C3 Solutions

AUGUST 30, 2022

The modern supply chain is growing more and more complex every day. With new technologies popping up, digital tools for all functions one can think of, and then some, supply chains now don’t necessarily need to run lean. Instead, modern supply chains need to be agile to be relevant. With companies struggling to manage inventory across global networks, volatile markets, and uncertain global conditions, shipping companies, freight forwarders, and other stakeholders will likely face increasing cost

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 28, 2022

The manufacturing supply chain has been bruised and battered in the last few years, and the hits keep on coming: the pandemic, extreme weather, geopolitical challenges, the Great Resignation, and a wave of retirements – and now, global inflation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

Supply Chain Risk Management Solution from riskmethods. If I was asked to vote for the most interesting solution set that has come to the fore over the last few years, my vote would be for supply chain risk management solutions. AGCO Stayed Nimble during the Pandemic. For AGCO, a public company with over $11 billion in revenues, a supply chain risk management application helped the agricultural equipment manufacturer stay agile during COVID.

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Elementum

AUGUST 29, 2022

The global food supply chain has grown exponentially over the last few decades, creating complexity and challenges that translate into empty store shelves and a lack of basic provisions. Recent shortages have highlighted the need for robust, future-proof supply chain management systems that far exceed the capabilities of conventional inventory control processes.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 28, 2022

Lone hackers, rogue nations and cybercrime syndicates have a big agenda in common: Alone or collectively, they can bring the global supply chain to its knees.

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All Things Supply Chain

AUGUST 29, 2022

Your eCommerce returns policy is critical to convincing consumers to click the Buy button.

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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 31, 2022

By David Jinks M.I.L.T (pictured). Head of Consumer Research, ParcelHero. The post Revolt against cashier-less checkouts is starting to register with retailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2022

Ninaad Acharya and Joe Lynch discuss the Fulfillment IQ story. Ninaad is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ , a transformational supply chain solutions provider for companies that dare to disrupt. About Ninaad Acharya. Ninaad Acharya is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ, an ecommerce fulfillment product studio that supports brands, retailers, and 3PLs with bespoke solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 30, 2022

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. This article is from GEP and look at the impact of EV boom on the oil & gas market. The rising popularity of electric vehicles (EV) is not only reducing the consumption of diesel and gasoline in the transportation sector but also impacting oil and gas exploration and production activities.

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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

AUGUST 30, 2022

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. In this recent post from Descartes’ blog, Chris Jones analyzes July 2022 data related to U.S. ocean ports and import volumes.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 27, 2022

Emerging from the pandemic and the global Supply Chain disruption that it caused, we are now entering the Supply Chain Renaissance.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Ben McLean and Joe Lynch discuss the Ruan story. Ben serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the U.S. About Ben McLean. Benjamin McLean serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the United States. Ben joined Ruan in 2007 and served in a number of corporate and operational roles, including COO and CIO, before assuming his current role in 2015.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

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. This article is from KNAPP and looks at innovations in e-grocery. Food retailers are predominantly depending on central fulfillment centers (CFC) and micro fulfillment centers (MFS) to process their e-commerce orders.

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 31, 2022

Hello and Welcome to the Month in Review for August 2022! There is a lot more than what is shown below – visit the communities to see the exchange of information and ideas between members and DELMIA experts this month. With eight active communities, you are sure to find at least one to suit your DELMIA interests. We welcome you to connect with us, exchange and share on the DELMIA Communities.

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Logility

AUGUST 31, 2022

In this Q&A, industry expert and Logility EVP and principal Mark Burstein describes the current business climate and spells out how the fashion industry should respond to increasing pressure to embrace supply chain traceability maturity. Mark’s experience as a business strategy consultant for large global brands puts him in a unique position to provide clear vision and implementation guidance for Logility’s digital supply chain platform.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 31, 2022

One of the gravest disservices politicians, conspiracy theorists, and political commentators have perpetrated on society is the erosion the public’s trust. The late Stephen Covey once stated, “Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” This is as true for business relationships as it is for personal relationships.

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Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

AUGUST 30, 2022

With realtime traceability, the precise nature of anomalies and inefficiencies can be identified allowing manufacturers to take quick and decisive measures

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 31, 2022

In this blog series, I’ll take a look at the current state and future evolution that can be expected within the world of supply chain planning software through the lens of Dassault Systèmes DELMIA. You will discover: A detailed overview of what supply chain planning is An explanation of the importance of supply chain planning for manufacturers A breakdown of the key elements in supply chain planning including demand planning, supply planning, sales and operations planning, production scheduling,

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Logility

AUGUST 31, 2022

It’s a complex problem, but you can successfully optimize inventory levels with the right approach and technology. Key Takeaways: Inventory optimization takes a proactive approach, which isn’t possible without insights from your entire supply chain Obtaining these insights requires end-to-end supply chain visibility Optimizing inventory levels is complex, and the right technology solutions are required Managing safety stock is one way to ensure you have product, but there’s a trade-off MEIO,

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 28, 2022

Does blockchain truly hold promise for creating a more efficient supply chain, or will it be dragged down by the lead weight known as Bitcoin? .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 29, 2022

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It’s no secret that manufacturing companies around the world are rethinking their supply chain strategies. While the concept of reshoring, also known as onshoring, has been a growing trend over the past decade, when the pandemic hit it introduced risk in a way that wasn’t previously considered. With shortages occurring in unexpected sectors and lockdown strategies impacting logistics, companies looked at reshoring to stabilize and strengthen their supply chains.

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Logility

AUGUST 30, 2022

Partnership leverages consulting firm’s deep expertise in retail, grocery, and CPG with powerful cloud-based digital supply chain platform. ATLANTA (August 30, 2022) – Logility, Inc., a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, and The Parker Avery Group, a leading retail and consumer goods consulting firm, announced that they have formed a strategic partnership.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Consumer-electronics retailer Best Buy added to the mounting signs of ample capacity and receding freight rates, with a note that transportation markets are “stabilizing and moderating” heading into the fall peak season.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2022

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Single Point of Failure in Supply Chain – Semiconductor Fabrication! Many businesses use some form of Total Cost of Ownership model to support their Procurement and sourcing decisions. In fact these models are not just used casually, but they often are designed to inform and make optimal sourcing choices.

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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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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 31, 2022

By Amanda Nelson (pictured). Professional Content Writer. The post Why & How To Calculate Work In Process (WIP) Inventory Value appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

For some businesses – usually smaller or with a single-source purchasing flow – it may be sustainable to react to the immediate needs. However, growing organizations that face increasing complexity recognize the value of thoughtfully-planned and managed procurement. It pays off to develop a procurement strategy, hire a team of professionals, and acquire necessary technologies early on.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2022

Passage of the CHIPS Act came at an opportune time, as chip manufacturers had suspended plans to build new fabrication plants in the U.S., saying they wouldn’t proceed without U.S. government subsidies.

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