DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2023

The impact of supply chain planning on sustainability According to Wikipedia, “sustainability is a societal goal that relates to the ability of people to safely co-exist on Earth over a long time.” Improving sustainability of a process starts by quantifying and measuring indicators, for example the amount of CO2 emitted.

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Arena Solutions

APRIL 16, 2024

Since 1970, EARTHDAY.ORG continues to raise public awareness and concern about conservation and sustainability for planet Earth. In the spirit of Earth Day, PTC signed the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment letter acknowledging the importance and urgency of sustainability and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 18, 2023

How do we balance the cost of investments in Digitalization and Automation in pursue of sustainability? Is productivity and sustainability contradictory? Our esteem industrial panelists will share insights on adopting sustainability practices while at the same time achieving efficiency and reduce waste.

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QAD

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This October, I was invited to take part in a discussion panel, Leading a Sustainable Supply Chain Transformation at Speed at the Industry IoT SCM Leaders Forum in Germany. The focus was on the twin aims of supply chain digital transformation and sustainability. This event took place at the Siemens Impulse in Amberg.

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The Network Effect

JANUARY 10, 2020

The post Sustainability: Part 2 – The Role of Global Supply Chain Managers appeared first on The Network Effect.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 31, 2023

What is an example of sustainable food? Shifts in consumer behavior are also changing due to increasing demand for healthy and sustainable foods. For example, some companies have implemented sustainable packaging solutions that use biodegradable materials to reduce their environmental impact.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

7 ways sustainable supply chains improve your business’s bottom line. Sustainable practices give businesses a competitive edge. Traceability solutions allow businesses to back up their sustainability claims. Sustainable practices save businesses money. Sustainability protects brand reputation. Key Takeaways.

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Logility

MAY 11, 2023

Despite everything that has happened in the past few years, only about 50% of businesses know the risks faced by their tier-one vendors, and only 2% have insight into the third tier and further. Adding sustainability to the mix The word sustainability trips lightly off the tongue of consumers and business leaders today.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2021

Supply chain sustainability is increasingly important for the future of business and the world as a whole. Companies are investing more money into sustainability initiatives, seeking to reduce waste and carbon emissions. The Sustainable Supply Chain. Supply chain sustainability takes on a lot of forms.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Green Supply Chain – Moving the Sustainable Needle. There has never been as much awareness and urgency, locally and globally, to drive sustainability. Consumer demand for sustainable goods has grown exponentially in recent years, putting enormous pressure on manufacturers. Getting To The Core.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Part 2–Defining the execution. In this subsequent Part 2 of the report, we summarize the efforts required to bring such initiatives to life. Skilling is an important building block on the road to social justice and more sustainable supply chain networks. Holding the increase in global average temperature below 2°C or even 1.5°C

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Logility

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Sustainable supply chains aren’t just better for the world; they also grow long-term value for your business. A sustainable supply chain doesn’t just have a positive impact on the world. This guide looks beyond environmental sustainability and explains the business advantages of sustainable supply chains.

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Logility

MARCH 2, 2021

Traceability will be key in meeting consumer demands for sustainability. The short version: if you can’t track the complete history of a product, including material and labor inputs, you can’t make an ironclad claim about its sustainability. There is no credible sustainability without comprehensive traceability.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

That’s why the importance of supply chain sustainability goes beyond going green, protecting the environment, and proving the business’s values. Economic supply chain sustainability helps companies save money while boosting their productivity. Four Goals of Economic Supply Chain Sustainability. Effective deployment of inventory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2021

Supply chain sustainability and the concept of “going green” continues to drive a lot of operational initiatives and innovations as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly. Sustainability initiatives cannot exist in a vacuum. UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Jaggaer

MAY 18, 2023

The post Building strategic and sustainable competitive advantage with supply chain resilience – Part 2 appeared first on JAGGAER.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Ocean Risk Management part 2: Navigating Global Shipping Alliance The shipping industry continues to evolve. In recent years there has been a focus on Green Shipping and sustainability to decarbonize the shipping market. It’s recommended that for each port pair, shippers select at least 2 or 3 different shipping service options.

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Synovos

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The platinum medal puts RS Group in the top 1% of the 100,000-plus rated companies assessed by EcoVadis with each company rated on the material sustainability risks and issues for size, location, and industry. EcoVadis is the world’s most trusted business-to-business sustainability rating.

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Logility

MARCH 8, 2022

These best practices will help make supply chain sustainability part of your operations and culture. Sustainable supply chain best practices help the environment and the people of the world, but they also make your supply chain more agile, efficient, and resilient. Key Takeaways. But where do you start? Map out your supply chain.

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Tecsys

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Supply chain predictability… The post Predictability Is the Key to Supply Chain Sustainability (Part 1 of 2) appeared first on Tecsys. Please enjoy this republication of a Supply & Demand Chain Executive article.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Your ERP system is not the right technology for a sustainable supply chain. Key takeaways: A digital supply chain platform is essential for a sustainable supply chain. While your ERP may run your internal business, it’s not the right choice for the complex tasks a sustainable supply chain requires.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Today’s innovative, intelligent technology solutions are also helping the global logistics industry address one of its biggest challenges: Maximizing sustainability and minimizing environmental impacts. Increasingly, companies see advanced technology as a means to measure and improve sustainability.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Environmental sustainability in the supply chain is top of mind for consumers, and a brand that fails to hold itself responsible risks reputational damage that will affect the bottom line. . There are six goals for environmental supply chain sustainability: Reducing energy consumption. Improving waste. Tracing and recovering products.

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Logility

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Value-building sustainable business practices must start at the top — here’s what enterprise business leaders should be doing to make sustainability part of their culture and operations. To be effective, sustainable business practices must originate at the top, and they must extend through all tiers of the supply chain.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 27, 2021

Khaled Soufani and Christoph Loch, professors at the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School, believe the new normal will (or, at least, should) include a greater focus on sustainability. She explains, “Almost every company these days has a sustainability page on their website. Some use the term circularity.

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QAD

MARCH 14, 2023

In today’s world, sustainability has become a top priority for businesses across all industries. One way that companies can achieve their sustainability goals is by digitizing their supply chain operations. The Importance of Supply Chain Digitization for Sustainability 1.

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ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Buyers are expected to scrutinize every aspect of the purchasing process to identify ways to reduce their carbon footprint, source sustainable materials, and promote diversity. As the sourcing function evolves, digital procurement technologies have become crucial tools for buyers to capture and report their sustainability achievements.

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Logility

OCTOBER 12, 2021

A plan for achieving truly sustainable supply chain management — from the capabilities you’ll need, to the policies you should put in place, to the systems that will help you achieve it. . Here are 10 steps towards sustainability to guide your efforts: 1. Construct the business case for a sustainable supply chain.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 23, 2021

2] In an effort to reduce waste heading to landfills, product packaging, especially the use of plastics, has become a target. ” The Sustainable Packaging Imperative. 2 consumer goods company will leverage the learnings as part of a strategy to scale up paper packaging for more wide incorporation throughout its portfolio.”[10]

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Kuebix

APRIL 30, 2021

Sustainability has been an increasingly important topic of conversation in business operations. Scope 2 – Indirect […]. Scope 2 – Indirect […]. The post 3 Innovations Driving Sustainability in Supply Chains appeared first on Kuebix.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 8, 2021

H&M to launch sustainable men’s collection. H&M is teaming with British Nigerian actor John Boyega for the launch of a sustainably developed men’s wear line. The materials used include organic or recycled cotton, recycled nylon and polyester, and sustainably sourced viscose. US trade deficit widens.

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Arena Solutions

MAY 16, 2023

Now that businesses worldwide have had a few years to contemplate the importance of implementing sustainable practices like circularity, sustainable development goals (SDGs), or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks into their business strategies, leaders are still asking the question, what’s the value of being sustainable ?

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Tecsys

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

To improve predictability in your own supply chain, take these three steps: The post Predictability Is the Key to Supply Chain Sustainability (Part 2 of 2) appeared first on Tecsys. Making predictions involving your supply chain can occasionally feel like divining, but it becomes more of a science with each passing day.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Coke and Pepsi race toward sustainable delivery fleets. The post This Week in Logistics News (November 26 – December 2) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Biden asks Congress to avert rail strike. Tech companies begin rerouting critical chip supplies to trucks. FedEx Express Europe debuts renewable diesel in Netherlands.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Is Sustainability Really a Problem with Matt McLelland. Matt McLelland and Joe Lynch discuss is sustainability really a problem. Key Takeaways: Is Sustainability Really a Problem. In the podcast interview, Matt and Joe discuss whether sustainability is really a problem – or just a lot of hype and corporate posturing.

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