Vanguard Software
MARCH 19, 2021
With comprehensive supply chain risk analysis, unlimited scenario planning, and automated decision making, planners have greater confidence in their supply chain processes with Vanguard Predictive Planning™.
HICX Solutions
MARCH 18, 2021
In the latest episode of ‘Dial P for Procurement,’ broadcast live on Tuesday 16 March, HICX CEO, Costas Xyloyiannis, joined co-hosts Kelly Barner ( Buyers Meeting Point ) and Scott Luton ( Supply Chain Now ), along with Quentin Roach, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Chief Procurement Officer at Mondelez International. They discussed changes in demand in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) category, and how companies in this category are working with their suppliers and supply chains
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EnVista
MARCH 16, 2021
In today’s highly automated environment, it is impossible to ignore the impact of technology on our daily lives and in the workplace across every industry. In the context of the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is worth examining potential methods for increased efficiency, process improvements and simple evolution in the supply chain. One of those methods is warehouse automation.
DELMIA Quintiq
MARCH 18, 2021
The aerospace and defense (A & D) industry is facing numerous challenges following the recent pandemic, dealing with constrained demand and vulnerable supply chains. The scale of the disruptions’ impact have forced companies to reexamine their existing operations and decision-making processes, especially in operations and manufacturing. There are early signs of a return of commercial demand in the next 12 months and companies around the world now have an opportunity to engage in digita
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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?
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MARCH 16, 2021
OVERVIEW. We hear it everywhere: Covid-19 has accelerated digitization—but I have several questions! Is this true for the supply chain industry? What is the speed of progress specifically there? Is there real evidence that supports the impression that digitization is truly and durably accelerated? What seems to be clear by now is that the COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the vulnerabilities and risks of today’s global supply chain networks.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 16, 2021
Supply chains quickly move through fads and buzz words. Over and over again, organizations fall in love with shiny objects moving from concept to concept. Unfortunately, shiny object love fests abound, but they do not drive value. The goal is to transition from fads to drive true innovation. Today, entangled in digital supply chain discussions is the concept of the digital twin.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 17, 2021
In December of 2019, the global grocery retailer Ahold Delhaize announced it was investing $480 million to transform and expand its US supply chain operations to support a strategy to transition the supply chain network into a fully-integrated, self-distribution model. My colleague Steve Banker published an informative article in 2020 about this extensive initiative Ahold Delhaize’s Supply Chain Transformation (forbes.com).
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MARCH 16, 2021
Replace florescent lights with LEDs! Forgo disposable plastic utensils! Reuse all boxes for export packaging! Compel staff to think twice before printing out hard copies of any document! These are just some of the actions that move organizations toward sustainability. By recommending easily actionable solutions and motivating your employees and team members to adopt them are a great way to make them feel they play a part in your company’s overall sustainability journey.
3GTMS
MARCH 17, 2021
Of the many things 2020 taught us, one key takeaway was understanding the global supply chain’s volatility. In the blink of an eye, offshoring manufacturing halted worldwide, forcing companies to find alternative ways to meet demand and explore potential reshoring possibilities. To make up for the higher costs of in-country sourcing, businesses search for ways […].
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.
ToolsGroup
MARCH 16, 2021
This post was originally published at [link]. I have been blogging and advocating for the past 15 years on probabilistic approaches to planning and forecasting, and am happy to see in the last few years it has finally started gaining traction and attention. But many questions and misperceptions still abound, about what it is and what is required. I could fill a large textbook to explain it all in detail (and I am in the process of doing just that), but here I will touch on a few key aspects.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 15, 2021
Chad Collins, CEO of Körber. Körber, which was known as HighJump Software until about a year ago, completed their virtual Elevate Americas user conference. Despite the pandemic, it was a good year for the supply chain group at Körber (Körber rhymes with Gerber, the baby food company). This group had record revenues. The company had 300 new customers and 100 go lives.
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MARCH 16, 2021
OVERVIEW. Without a doubt 2020 will be etched in our memories as the year of multiple disasters, with the Covid-19 pandemic, trade issues between the US and China, wildfires in Australia, social unrest in Hong Kong, drastic declines in oil prices, turbulent financial markets and other politically dominated issues in emerging markets. All these events combined, plunged the global economies into multiple catastrophies—global shutdowns, negative economic growth and huge monitory and human losses.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 16, 2021
Every customized order or online purchase creates a new level of complexity in today’s supply chain. More direct-to-consumer orders mean smaller shipments, often with much shorter lead times. In addition, the urban population is growing, which makes roadways more congested and last-mile deliveries more challenging. Another factor adding to supply chain complexity is global growth.
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Logility
MARCH 19, 2021
When a crisis hits, having the right advanced analytics to react to supply chain disruptions in food and beverage is your best defense. Supply chain disruptions in food and beverage (F&B) are many and varied: volatile commodity prices; safety and quality issues; high demand uncertainty and seasonality; constant promotional activity; perishability; frequent new product and brand extension introductions; exacting distribution requirements; complex manufacturing constraints; legal and regulator
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 18, 2021
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from Logistyx Technologies, and highlights some of the reasons a company would want to implement a cloud multi-carrier parcel management system. Not too long ago, if you were implementing a Transportation Management System for parcel shipping, also known as a multi-carrier parcel management system , you had to buy
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MARCH 16, 2021
It would appear that shippers are in delay to apply for Singapore Known Consignor Regime (KCR). The deadline is 30th April 2021 to submit the application to the Singapore Airport Police Division. KCR is a security measure to further enhance air cargo security on commercial aircrafts from global terrorist threat. This is a requirement by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Talking Logistics
MARCH 15, 2021
Back in April 2013, I asked the question, “Will Supply Chain Software Vendors Start Competing On Design?” Here’s an excerpt: One of the things supply chain software users like to complain about the most is the user interface (UI). This was true 15 years ago when I started as an industry analyst, and it’s true. Read more The Big Cost of Poorly Designed Software User Interfaces.
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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,
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 18, 2021
Understanding the Rise and Fall of Truckload Rates with Chris Pickett. Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss the rise and fall of truckload rates. In the podcast interview, Chris explains the predictable patterns and causes behind the rise and fall of truckload rates. About Chris Pickett Bio. Chris Pickett is the Lead Market Analyst and Founder of Pickett Research, LLC – an independent market research firm focused exclusively on the dynamics that drive US truckload freight rates.
Enterra Insights
MARCH 18, 2021
Over the past year there has been a lot of talk about the “new normal.” With vaccines being rolled out, infection rates coming down, and an end of the pandemic within sight, it’s time to talk seriously about the new normal and how it will affect supply chains. Digital Supply Chains and the New Normal. Stephen DeAngelis. March 18, 2021. Over the past year there has been a lot of talk about the “new normal.
ivalua
MARCH 17, 2021
Reason No. 1 – Grants are Mission Critical. The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) estimates federal grants to states and local governments in FY2019 totaled nearly three quarters of a trillion dollars. To put that in perspective, the US GDP that year was just over $21 trillion and federal spend was $4.4 trillion, making grants roughly 17% of the total federal budget. .
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
MARCH 17, 2021
I think we all agree that life will never be the same again after COVID-19 has dealt a stunning blow to humanity. While the horrendous death toll is a modern day calamity, the pandemic provides an unavoidable opportunity to do things differently both at home and at work, whatever your sector of interest. If you have been dithering about making change or really do not know what has to change for success, now is the time.
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 17, 2021
Matt Vogrich and the MoLo Story. Ryan Schreiber hosts a podcast about Matt Vogrich and the MoLo story. Matt is the President & COO of MoLo Solutions , a 3PL with a mission to deliver the best experience in transportation. About Matt Vogrich. Matt Vogrich is the President and COO of MoLo Solutions, a 3PL based in Chicago, IL. Prior to founding MoLo, Matt sold supply chain services in IBM’s distribution vertical.
Enterra Insights
MARCH 17, 2021
For companies these are perilous times. A poor choice of words or the use of an image that can be misinterpreted can create unexpected and unwanted attention. Saint Patrick’s Day 2021. Stephen DeAngelis. March 17, 2021. For companies these are perilous times. A poor choice of words or the use of an image that can be misinterpreted can create unexpected and unwanted attention.
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MARCH 16, 2021
LogiSYM—Searching for Sustainability: Balancing Economics and Environmental Objectives in Logistics Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine. In this edition we have several news updates, interesting & enlightening articles and contributions on people & management – topics which are most crucial to the development of the Supply Chain Industry across regions as well as globally.
ivalua
MARCH 16, 2021
Sajid Kunnummal, Vice President and CPO at Navistar, was interviewed in late 2020 by Philip Ideson from Art of Procurement. They discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement and came up with this list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that can help Procurement teams build and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Logility
MARCH 16, 2021
Part Two of Live Series Uncovers Additional Supply Chain Resilience Insights. ATLANTA – March 16, 2021 – Logility, Inc., a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, invites you to part two of the webcast series, Deliver Better Business Outcomes – Managing Supply Variability. Join industry leaders Lora Cecere, founder, Supply Chain Insights, and Mac McGary, executive vice president, Logility, as they explore how to build a more resilient supply chain to
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 13, 2021
Sourcing Strategy: Effective vs Efficient with Ron Crabtree. Joe Lynch and Ron Crabtree discuss sourcing strategy: effective vs efficient. When developing a sourcing strategy, the focus can be effectiveness (gaining desired results) or on efficiency (reducing cost, labor, and resources used). About Ron Crabtree. Ron Crabtree , CPIM, CIRM, CSCP, MLSSBB, SCOR-P is the founder and CEO (2002) of MetaOps , Inc. he is an internationally recognized expert in leading-edge business process improvement
Kuebix
MARCH 16, 2021
When most people think of plant-based proteins they picture products like tofu and veggie burgers. However, the plant-based foods industry has started to move towards products that look and taste like meat without any animals involved. These new options are being advertised as a healthy and sustainable alternative for those who choose not to consume […].
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