Repl Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

Some savvy supermarkets are already embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to establish difference and gain market share. From Tesco trialing checkout-free shopping to Morrisons ’ introduction of automated stock replenishment, the possibilities for the £190 billion grocery industry are endless. With the market forecast to grow by 14.8% to £218 billion by 2023, securing your slice of the supermarket pie has never been more important.

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NFI

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

In warehouses, workers face accidents related to forklifts, stacking of products, improper equipment use, inadequate fire safety provisions, and even repetitive motion, among many others. The warehousing industry experiences nearly 15,000 injuries and illnesses each year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 1 To help decrease these accidents, warehouse operators should always promote and.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

New technologies are being developed that will propel warehouse management and shape the supply chain of the future. Around the globe, supply chain entities and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are seeking out the best ways to enhance flexibility and adaptability for both inbound and outbound logistics. From the dramatic changes possible through the cloud to the applications.read More.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

As I write this blog, Valentine cards scatter my desk. This is the week for love: a time to send cards and letters to those that we appreciate. I am in the middle of sending the cards to my grandchildren. It is in this spirit, that I write this post. The most unloved employees in the back office are supply chain planners. As supply chain leaders, I would encourage you to send each of them some love for Valentine’s Day.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

by Alexa Cheater. Let’s face it. Managing a global supply chain is no easy feat. You constantly have to solve complex problems and manage shifting situations driven by things like regulation changes, growing consumer expectation and geo-political unrest. Tradeoffs and difficult choices are everywhere. Add to that the fact that many of us are still using antiquated technology that just hasn’t kept up with the times and it’s no wonder we often feel stuck in firefighting mode.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Today, collaboration is an essential step in the digital transformation of your company, and has become vital if you expect to compete with increasingly more dynamic and connected competitors. Through this transformation, it’s no longer an option to work separate from your collaborators. Instead, a real convergence must be created by merging the processes with increased productivity, agility, efficiency, and a new customer experience in mind.

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The Network Effect

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

We’re all sick of hearing about it, but for business leaders and supply chain managers, Brexit is posing tough questions. The post Impact of Brexit on Warehousing appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

by Alison Crawford Valentine’s Day will be less romantic this year. Due to financial troubles, corporate acquisitions, time constraints, and a lack of supply chain planning we won’t be able to tell the ones we love things like “Be Mine”, “Kiss Me”, “Call Me”, “Let’s Get Busy”, or “Miss You” in sweet, chalky letters.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

There are several different stories about the origins of Valentine’s Day (or St. Valentine’s Day); but, the story I prefer involves love and marriage. According to the BBC, “The popular belief about St. Valentine is that he was a priest from Rome in the third century AD. Emperor Claudius II had banned marriage because he thought married men were bad soldiers.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

When I ask shippers what they look for in a logistics or transportation management partner, technology capabilities — and the data and insights those technologies provide — is always near the top of the list. Of course, the technology landscape is very different today compared to 5-10 years ago, with blockchain, machine learning, real-time freight visibility, and other emerging technologies dominating the headlines.

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The Network Effect

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Over the last few weeks we’ve been sifting through the analytics to identify the most read posts in 2018. There. The post Most Popular Supply Chain Posts of 2018 appeared first on The Network Effect.

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River Logic

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Big data incorporates data-sets on the order of terabytes and petabytes. Self-correcting and self-monitoring, big data systems make outlier data more noticeable and allow development of statistical models and trends. This facilitates predictions from supply chains to human resources and everywhere in between. Machines "learn" to operate from inductive and predictive analyses.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The last mile of most traditional logistics’ journeys ended at a retail store. The exceptions were goods purchased from mail-order catalogs. With the rise of e-commerce, the last mile journey can end almost anywhere. Michael S. Kraus, Chairman and CEO of EXPAK Logistics, explains, “One of the businesses that technology has been slowly pushing itself into is the last mile delivery business.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Amber Road’s blog discusses several factors companies must consider if they are thinking of moving out of China as a manufacturing or sourcing base.

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Shipchain

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Blockchain in the pharma supply chain can dramatically affect the success and verifiability of pharmaceuticals. Unlike other industries, pharmaceuticals are subject to intense regulation. Failure to maintain proper temperatures or traceability within the pharma supply chain can have disastrous outcomes that directly impact patients and their family members.

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C3 Solutions

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

This post was originally posted on Cerasis.com and written by Adam Robinson, Marketing Manager at Cerasis.

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Adexa

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Almost all Machine Learning techniques use past data in order to predict the future. Although this can be effective however, it is not a true representation of the future. A supply chain model or what we call a supply chain Digital Mirror© represents very accurately how the operation would behave. The post Avoiding Supply Chain Risk with Machine Learning appeared first on Adexa Inc.

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

S&OP is often pictured as a largely standard process; textbook S&OP starts with agreeing an unconstrained demand plan that is handed over to supply planning who need to ensure product availability. In case of important bottlenecks, the S&OP meeting is the final escalation step in the process, where all remaining imbalances should be resolved.

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DynaSys

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Introduction – Well, hello. Supply chain planning may seem oh so unromantic – what with all the talk of S&OP, and IBP and all of our websites full of pictures of warehouses. All the things we talk about and do are focused on getting the right things to the right people at the right time. Bringing joy to the hearts of millions when they unwrap that special gift come February 14th is our reward.It’s also quite a challenge.

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JDA software

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

It wasn’t that long ago that integrating all the strategic, operational and tactical aspects of your end-to-end supply chain was considered a pipe dream. Times sure have changed! Customer expectations for product availability and seemingly endless purchasing channels are driving many companies to move product faster and smarter than ever before. Today, a company’s success is largely driven by: its network design and how that company manages its supply, production and distribution locations. its

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Understanding more about the needs and wants of customers can help supply chain leaders make informed decisions, improve inventory management, and increase profitability. In recent months, conversations about how to improve forecasting in the supply chain have focused on a subject: demand sensing. However, what is demand sensing? In its most basic sense, it’s about sensing demand based on variables in supply and demand, but that’s only half the concept.

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Arkieva

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Who should take ownership of the demand management process within the organization? Is it Sales and Marketing? Who Should Own the Demand Management Process? was first posted on February 12, 2019 at 7:59 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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DynaSys

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Whether you’re in a relationship or single, you can’t ignore the fuss made about Valentine’s day and the business it generates each year. Some consider the event as an inescapable chore, some see in Valentine’s day a great opportunity to demonstrate their feelings to the beloved one. Valentine’s day is celebrated since Antiquity, and whatever you are romantic or resigned, maybe you find it a bit old-fashioned?

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JDA software

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

In my latest blog, I shared five jaw-dropping stats about counterfeit retail and how these fakers are creating some real trust issues between retailers and their consumers, and , retailers and manufacturers. I also shared some good news, an innovation called blockchain that’s about to start a revolution. This technology will reinforce consumer trust so dramatically its gravity is already compared to the impact the invention of the internet had on worldwide communications.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

The age of self-driving cars and trucks is nearly upon us. What about self-driving supply chains?

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Budding managers can learn how to successfully lead supply chains of the future by creating cultures of innovation and adopting latest technologies, in all sectors of their organisation. This is one of many areas covered in the University of London’s latest degree programme, the MSc in Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

The transformation of former retail stores into new warehouses -- retail-to-industrial conversions -- has gained momentum in some markets with high demand for space. According to a recent report , this process usually happens in areas with industrial availability below 5%. Conversion can take multiple forms: owners often demolish former stores to make way for new construction, but many opt to turn existing buildings into warehouse space instead.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Cross-docking is not a new practice for shippers, but it is one that is increasingly being relied upon in the age of just-in-time supply chain management. Here are some of the factors driving increased use of cross docking as a logistics practice and the ways today’s TMS platforms are making the process easier and more efficient in driving performance and cost savings.

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