Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

For the past six years, I have spent my labor day weekend preparing for the Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. Next week, I will welcome over 100 participants to the annual event. The event is designed to Imagine Supply Chain 2030. The format of the conference is different than most. There are no vendor booths or paid speaking engagements. I handpick each of the speakers and work with industry leaders to develop content.

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Clear Spider

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The school bells are ringing and the beginning of a brand new school year is starting. By now, everyone has completed all, if not most, of their back to school shopping. Over the past couple weeks we have all see the advertisements for the newest clothes, backpacks, laptops, and school supplies. We have chosen to […]. The post The Back-To-School Shopping Season: The Future of Retail appeared first on [link].

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Part I in our series on assessing your Demand Forecasting process. It’s no secret that demand is getting more difficult to predict. Is your demand forecasting process evolving with the times? How does your process stack up against others? Are you satisfied with your level of forecast accuracy? We are running a quiz to help supply chain professionals address these questions.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The youngest members of the generation known as Baby Boomers are approaching retirement age. If companies allow Baby Boomers’ years of expertise to walk out the door without capturing it, they are losing a valuable asset. Rebecca Brinkley, Director of Marketing and Communications at the American Gear Manufacturers Association, writes, “As the last of the baby boomers round their way up to 60, companies are slowly realizing that their retiring leadership is leaving gaps in intelligenc

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Advertiser: GEP

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

by Alison Crawford. I’ll admit it, I am a not a great golfer. Even though I can now drive the ball well, two years ago I could barely make contact. Like every golfer, my short game needs work and more often than not I’m happy to just get the ball on the green, never mind close to the pin. If I actually manage to sink a putt there may or may not be some enthusiastic dancing on the green much to the embarrassment of the rest of my foursome.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Part I in our series on assessing your Demand Forecasting process. It’s no secret that demand is getting more difficult to predict. Is your demand forecasting process evolving with the times? How does your process stack up against others? Are you satisfied with your level of forecast accuracy? We are running a quiz to help supply chain professionals address these questions.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Supply chain leaders and managers have a mountain of responsibilities and oversee vast enterprises. Timeliness, speed, and order accuracy are some of the most in-demand aspects of today’s omnichannel world, but significant challenges still exist with inventory visibility. Failure to overcome these challenges will lead to additional problems throughout the supply chain, resulting in poor.read More.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

There is a saying among forecast users: “ If you forecast, you may be wrong; but you will always be wrong if you do not forecast.”. Demand planning is crucial for companies to determine the figures they need in different areas of operations, such as production planning, purchasing raw materials and inventory investments. But how much faith are companies willing to place in inaccurate forecasts?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

It’s that time of year again. And no, I don’t mean back to school or the home stretch of the baseball season. I mean football season is kicking off. And once again, my hometown Patriots are set to raise another Super Bowl banner on opening night. In a step away from the norm, the NFL season did not kick off with the defending Super Bowl champions hosting the Thursday night game.

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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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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

In the past, articles about blockchain (aka distributed ledger) technology primarily focused on cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin. Increasingly, however, articles about blockchain technology focus on how it can help improve supply chain operations. Today’s supply chains are mindbogglingly complex and blockchain has the potential to address some of that complexity.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

[00:52] Tell us a little bit about you and your company. I am a John Golob, Founder and CMO of Winmore. We are based in San Francisco. Winmore is bid and tender collaboration software for freight forwarders and brokers, providing visibility, efficiency, and process automation that helps our LSP customers lower costs and win more of the right bids. [01:26] Tell us a little bit about your background.

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Hurricane season always brings the risk of massive disruptions – not just to supply chains, but to people’s lives and well-being.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

In today’s global village, the demand for distribution services is escalating rapidly due to the increasing complexity of supply chain operations, the expanding e-commerce, and retail sectors, and a pressing need to deliver swiftly and enhance the customer experience. The customer remains king for now. Emerging trends such as technological innovation and automation of processes are requiring […].

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Kuebix

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

When Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas as a Category 5 hurricane this past Sunday, it left devastation in its wake. The storm brought with it high winds and extreme flood waters that would rip off roofs and ruin houses. Adding to the destructive nature of the storm was its slow movement up the coast. Instead […]. The post Hurricane Dorian Threatens Supply Chains Needed for Recovery appeared first on Kuebix.

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IQMS

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

AI has the potential to create $1.4T to $2.6T of value in marketing and sales across the world’s businesses, and $1.2T to $2T in supply-chain management and manufacturing. By 2021, 20% of leading manufacturers will rely on embedded intelligence, using AI, IoT, and blockchain applications to automate processes and increase execution times by up to 25% according to IDC.

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Arkieva

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Scientific and system-driven Inventory Projection facilitates a quick decision-making process and enables a prompt analysis of alternative what-if scenarios. The following are the top 7 benefits of system driven inventory projection. Top 7 Benefits of System driven Inventory Projections was first posted on September 5, 2019 at 10:26 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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AFFLINK

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Two-day, one-day, and same-day shipping—it's becoming a trend. How can you match customer expectations when they keep rising? Direct to consumer brands need to be able to provide reliable, fast shipping to their customers, and that means taking a deep look at their supply chain practices. Here's what you need to know. Consumer Expectations Continue to Rise.

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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DynaSys

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

As part of my role at QAD I have the great honor of being part of the core advanced technology team. I am often engaged with discussions around emerging technologies and most recently I was asked if a particular technology “was in its infancy?” I have heard this question before but for some reason the literal analogy of an infant struck a nerve for the first time.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Every successful business manager knows the importance of tracking metrics and KPIs like sales, expenditure, cash flow and sales patterns. In the same way, business owners should be tracking the extent to which every order is fulfilled accurately and on time. Failing to do so can have dire consequences for customer satisfaction and the success of the company overall.

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Savi

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

Savi’s tagline is “The Value of Knowing”. As Hurricane Dorian bears down on the ports of Florida and potentially others up the East Coast, knowing where your shipments are in relation to the storm is pretty important. All vessel movements in the region are expected to come to a halt as Dorian bears down on the southeastern US. Current forecasts have the storm making landfall along the east coast of Florida Monday morning, potentially as a category 4 hurricane.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A “Don’t Touch” Strategy will Dramatically Lean out your Supply Chain! When I was presenting the latest Supply Chain Strategic Plan the CEO said to me, “We’ve already spent millions on Supply Chain! Everything should be working like clockwork. Why do you need more money?

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Gain insight and alignment with internal stakeholders before making a choice on cloud ERP or on-premise ERP. When it comes to enterprise resource planning systems, or ERP software, you may find yourself faced with a difficult choice: deploying your ERP on-premises or in the cloud. How do you know which deployment model is the best choice for your business?

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Ensuring your business has enough stock on hand is a juggling act. Most businesses store inventory to ensure they have enough to meet a surge in customer demand. However, they run the risk of tying up capital in excess inventory. A better solution is to focus on reducing the lead time in your supply chain. Understanding lead times allow you to quickly respond to dynamic market changes, lessen the impact of quality issues and more.

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CHAINalytics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The post Sales & Operations Execution: Bridging tactical S&OP and operational execution appeared first on Chainalytics.

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KEPLER Consulting

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Outsourcing strategic processes can bring more added value to secure performance and enable internal resources to focus on the big picture. When it comes to new supplier identification, negotiation or strategic sourcing process, many of our clients need to increase the level of expertise and empowerment without adding headcount. By outsourcing these processes to a dedicated team, the client can also focus on what is most important to its business – whether it’s innovation, restructuring, or rea

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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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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Gain insight and alignment with internal stakeholders before making a choice on cloud ERP or on-premise ERP. When it comes to enterprise resource planning systems, or ERP software, you may find yourself faced with a difficult choice: deploying your ERP on-premises or in the cloud. How do you know which deployment model is the best choice for your business?

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Strategic Supplier Relationship Management – Do’s and Don’ts. Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. “Fish are friends, not food.”. Bruce, a great white shark, and his two shark friends gather alongside Dory and Marlin, taking a sacred oath, swearing off eating fish.

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