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Supply Chain Investments Represent a Significant Portion of Total VC Investing

Logistics Viewpoints

Kearney research shows that the more companies invest, the bigger the average ROI Investments in supply chain firms and technologies represent 15-20% of total venture capital investments, according to a recent report by the management consulting firm Kearney. The supply chain is already an investment priority, but these investments are poised to increase.

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Freight Fraud: How Good Are Your Processes to Prevent It?

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: Yes, it’s Friday, the day I typically highlight the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. But this was a very quiet week for news — maybe Labor Day has turned into Labor Week? Anyway, since there wasn’t much news to write about, I decided to highlight some Indago. Read more The post Freight Fraud: How Good Are Your Processes to Prevent It?

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Supply Chain & Logistics News September 2nd – 6th

Logistics Viewpoints

Within the next week, New York will be bustling with people attending fashion shows, brand events, and participating in Fall 2024 Fashion Week. Some of the biggest and emerging brands will showcase their work to the media and the public. This will be a major opportunity for media outlets to produce stories and for companies like Temu and Shein to observe closely.

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Logistics Knowledge Work in the AI Age with John Delgado

The Logistics of Logistics

John Delgado and Joe Lynch discuss logistics knowledge work in the AI age. John is CEO of FreightPath , an innovative talent firm that offers both a comprehensive learning management system and a direct candidate sourcing solution. Summary: Logistics Knowledge Work in the AI Age The logistics industry is grappling with a talent shortage, and the rise of AI is further reshaping the landscape.

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What Makes a Warehouse Worker Happy?

The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.

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Real-Time Rebalancing: The Key to Maximizing Your Q4 Revenue

ToolsGroup

Q4 is the most critical time of the year for retailers. It’s the period when sales skyrocket and hitting your revenue targets becomes more important than ever. However, the key to maximizing your Q4 revenue doesn’t lie solely in marketing or pricing strategies—it starts with your inventory. Real-time inventory rebalancing is the game-changer that can help you meet customer demand precisely when it peaks.

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The Supply Chain is as Strong as Its Three Links: Physical, Digital, and Financial

Talking Logistics

Although the supply chain industry has garnered plenty of media attention recently, there is still considerable misunderstanding about the true complexity of supply chain issues, the impact on the global economy, and the role technology can play in overcoming challenges. The physical disruptions, like delays caused by threats in the Red Sea, are the issues.

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Supply Chain Visibility: How to Solve your Biggest Operational Challenges.

C3 Solutions

Keeping up with supply chain demands is no easy feat. Whether you're managing inventory in a warehouse, trying to streamline operations at the dock, or juggling yard logistics, everything needs to flow seamlessly. And here’s where supply chain visibility comes in.

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Digital Supply Chain Transformation: Keys to Success

Arkieva

Discover strategies for successful digital supply chain transformation. Learn how to focus on people, processes, and technology to overcome common challenges. Digital Supply Chain Transformation: Keys to Success was first posted on September 4, 2024 at 8:49 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Agriculture Needs AI-aided Climate Change Adaptation Strategies

Enterra Insights

Nothing is more important for humankind’s future than food security. That future, however, is at risk. A U.S. government study, authored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agricultural economists Jayson Beckman , Fengxia Dong , and Maros Ivanic , along with Columbia University climate scientist Jonas Jägermeyr and Kansas State University professor Nelson Villoria , concludes, “A rising global population — with changing diets and an increasing demand for animal-based products, a

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Maximize Supply Chain Spend & Asset Utilization with Innovative Test Automation

Connected devices are emerging at an explosive rate exerting pressure on larger operators; however, some organizations cannot continue to purchase the latest & greatest devices without ramifications. The introduction of automated test technology drives the optimization of supply chain expenditures leveraging forward & reverse logistics paths. Adopting innovative test automation tools addresses these challenges by providing robust solutions for testing the interoperability, performance, & securit

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How Blockchain Technology Powers the Foundation of Digital Product Passports

Logistics Viewpoints

One promising application that is emerging in the Supply Chain and Sustainability space is Digital Product Passports (DPPs). Driven by regulations and a thirst for data transparency. Blockchain can serve as the backbone for tracking and managing product information throughout its entire lifecycle. The potential to provide reliable, tamper-resistant data across supply chains is driving interest from various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, electronics, and food production.

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Intelligent Rebalancer: React and Recover from Disruptions

BlueYonder

In a previous blog post , I discussed the challenges planning and execution teams face in responding to increasing disruptions. From extreme weather to port closures, disruptions all too frequently upset these teams’ carefully defined plans for getting inventory from Point A to Point B — leading to stockouts and dissatisfied customers. Since disruptions can never be eliminated, the solution lies in creating a fast, accurate and efficient way to optimally re-allocate inventory following a disrupt

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Businesses Could (and Should) Lead by Example This World Cleanup Day

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Businesses Could (and Should) Lead by Example This World Cleanup Day appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Harnessing AI for Supply Chain Resilience in Extreme Conditions

Supply Chain Brain

To ensure that their supply chains are resilient and capable of handling disruptions, organizations must take proactive measures supported by artificial intelligence.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Customer Segmentation in a Privacy-driven World

Enterra Insights

Brands, retailers, and their marketers walk a fine line when trying to reach targeted audiences. They don’t want to waste precious resources reaching out to the wrong people and, at the same time, they don’t want to be so personal that they cross over into creepy territory. James Mullany , a group director at marketing agency Beeby Clark+Meyler, insists the era of micro-targeting is over.

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A Guide to Finding the Right Supply Chain Planning Software

John Galt

Selecting the right supply chain planning software, supported by the right team, requires careful consideration of various factors. Read more.

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Invite AI to the Table for your next IBP Meeting

Supply Chain Trend

In his book Co-Intelligence , Ethan Mollick suggests firstly to invite AI to the table in everything you do. And secondly to make sure to be the human the loop that works with AI. Working with AI/GenAI is a skill that can be developed. Prompting GenAI certainly takes practice and Mollick provides some interesting and well thought through prompt examples.

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What You Need to Know About DUI and Why You Need a Lawyer

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post What You Need to Know About DUI and Why You Need a Lawyer appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Amazonification of the Supply Chain: Mitigating Rates Through Ecosystem Integration

Supply Chain Brain

This "Amazonification" of the e-commerce supply chain, centered around personalized experiences, underscores the need for seamless integration.

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JAGGAER 2023 ESG Impact Report Highlights External Validation, Progress on Emissions Reduction and Employee Engagement

Jaggaer

Emissions targets & progress verified by the Science Based Target initiative (“SBTi”) Research Triangle, NC, DATE, 2024: JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today released its third Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) Impact Report for 2023. JAGGAER helps its customers to manage and automate complex processes while enabling their highly resilient, accountable, and integrated supplier base.

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How AI-powered Inventory Optimization Helped a Coffee Retail Chain Achieve 15% Stock Reduction

ThroughPut

Summary of the Impact A popular European coffee retail chain used ThroughPut AI’s product mix optimization capabilities to achieve: 15% inventory reduction 5% labor productivity gain Read the entire case study here. Download the Case Study About the Coffee Retail Chain This coffee retail chain has over the span of a decade grown rapidly offering hand-brewed, iced, and blended coffees, fresh juices and smoothies, and a range of delicious and healthy food options to go with its beverages.

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Bob Ferrari Contributes to Supply Chain Management Review

Supply Chain Matters

In this posting we wanted to alert readers to a contributed column from Supply Chain Matters Founder and Executive Editor Bob Ferrari in the September -October edition of Supply Chain Management Review magazine. This article is part of the Supply Chain Management Review Global Links column that features invited contributed thought leadership. Bob’s contribution is titled: When worlds collide.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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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7 Reasons Why Automated Webinars Are the Future of Online Marketing

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post 7 Reasons Why Automated Webinars Are the Future of Online Marketing appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Sourcing from the Americas Now the Focus of U.S. Importers, Survey Says

Supply Chain Brain

Nearly half of respondents (47%) believe the primary benefit to having a more diversified supply chain is reducing the risk of disruption from various events such as natural disasters.

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Locus for Retail: Understand Your Customers Better with Smart Analytics

Locus

“Information is the oil of the 21st century, and analytics is the combustion engine.” ~ Peter Sondergaard, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Research at Gartner, Inc. Retail companies tend to house millions upon millions of data. This is no surprise, considering recent studies indicate that the number of online shoppers globally has surged to 2.71 billion , propelling retail sales to an estimated $30.5 trillion in 2024, with projections reaching $32 trillion by 2026.

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When Resiliency Fails, Embrace Chaos

John Galt

Learn all about advanced scenario planning to build supply chain antifragility and transform uncertainty into opportunity and value.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

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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Added Evidence of Global Warming Occurrence

Supply Chain Matters

This week, The European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reported what many multi-industry supply chain management teams might have already suspected. The agency indicated that for the boreal summer period that extends from June to August in the Northern Hemisphere , global temperatures were 0.69C above historical averages. That number exceeds a prior high mark set of 0.66C that was recorded in 2023.

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7 Steps To Accurately Determine TCO In ECommerce

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post 7 Steps To Accurately Determine TCO In ECommerce appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chains Are Buckling Down for a Record Storm Season and Other Disruptions

Supply Chain Brain

Despite a temporary lull, this hurricane season is shaping up to be one of the worst on record, as storm after storm pummels large swaths of the country.