Talking Logistics

MARCH 3, 2025

Is supply chain visibility a product or feature? I first raised this question in an April 2022 post. Heres an excerpt of what I wrote at the time: To derive business value from visibility, you have to do something with the data and insights collected. Its the doing, the actions taken to improve your transportation. Read more The post The Future (or End) of Supply Chain Visibility appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

Knowledge Graphs are emerging as an important tool for building advanced AI capabilities. According to a survey by ARC Advisory Group, only 10% of industrial companies are ready to apply artificial intelligence/machine learning. The percentage of industrial companies broadly applying agentic AI and generative AI would be a small fraction of that number.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 3, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learninga subset AIhave fundamentally changed the way businesses operate. Gartner predicts that by 2026, 95% of data-driven decisions will be at least partially automated. Yet, many companies struggle to harness AIs full potential. In fact, Gartner also found that only 10% of CEOs say their business uses AI strategically, and just 9% of technology leaders report having a clearly defined AI vision statement.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 4, 2025

For the past few years, researchers around the world have announced a steady stream of breakthroughs that could lead to the development of powerful quantum computers. Nevertheless, such computers continue to be tantalizingly out of reach. Tech journalist Asa Fitch explains, “Quantum computing remains in its relative infancy. A handful of startups and big tech companies are pursuing it, but industry experts say it will likely take years before practical and powerful quantum computers are wi

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Neal Huffman and Joe Lynch discuss Farelanes: real time lane pricing for everyone. Neal is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry. About Neal Huffman Neal Huffman is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 3, 2025

To attract and retain Gen Z workers, supply chain organizations will need to shift their mindset to focus on what messages resonate with this demographic.

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Arena Solutions

MARCH 4, 2025

In todays rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, building a modern tech stack is not just a strategic advantage but a necessity for maintaining competitiveness. During Tulips recent Operations Calling conference, Heatherly Bucher, Director of Strategic Alliances at Arena by PTC, convened with Chad Wright, Chief Information Officer at Boston Dynamics, and Todd Fuller, Solution Architect at Rootstock, to discuss effective approaches for constructing a tech stack that fosters innovation and effi

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QAD

MARCH 6, 2025

It was an honor to participate in the relaunch of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. This vital industry resource is back and stronger than ever, with over 10,000 downloads, a global audience spanning 20 countries, and an exciting new partnership between QAD and AIAG. Together, we are deeply committed to helping automotive supply chain leaders navigate the future, and I was particularly pleased to join Matt Pohlman, CEO of AIAG, for our inaugural discussion on the landscape’s evolving

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BlueYonder

MARCH 6, 2025

Amid all the disruptions facing the supply chain at any given time, tariffs remain a constant concern for leadership. Last year, in a survey , supply chain leaders identified rising tariffs and trade barriers as their top challenge. Just a few months into this year and the impact of global politicians’ new tariffs is already evident. In the immediate, companies are stockpiling products , moving warehouses, and updating production schedules to keep costs as low as possible.

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IT Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Hidden Perks of Buying from Pawn Shops: Luxury Items at a Fraction of the Price appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 4, 2025

As uncertainty has become the new norm for supply chains, previously tried-and-true crisis management strategies are no longer equipped to keep up with the pace of today's disruptions.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MARCH 3, 2025

In todays world, sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have but a necessity for businesses across all industries. As companies increasingly recognize the importance of minimizing their environmental impact, logistics providers are stepping up to meet the demand for greener, more sustainable solutions. Staci, a leader in third-party logistics (3PL), is at the forefront of this transformation, implementing innovative practices to create a greener future for logistics.

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QAD

MARCH 4, 2025

Updated: February 4, 2025 According to Michigan State University , demand planning is a supply chain management process of forecasting, or predicting, the demand for products to ensure they can be delivered and satisfy customers. The goal is to strike a balance between having sufficient inventory levels to meet customer needs without having a surplus.

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

End-to-end transportation and logistics visibility provider Flexport unveiled over 20 added technology and AI powered applications that are part of the providers initial Winter twice-yearly technology suite update. With a mix of leveraged technologies, including Advanced AI and ChatGPT use, the announcement provides a further example for how initial forms of Advanced and Generative AI are being piloted in areas of transportation network routing, management and operational management use cases.

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IT Supply Chain

MARCH 5, 2025

By Philipp Pfister (pictured) Sector Vice President, Transporeon The post From Connectivity to Interoperability: How Shippers & Carriers Optimise their Supply Chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 2, 2025

Supply chain leaders love to talk about their push for digitization of key processes. But their hiring patterns arent always lining up with that rhetoric.

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ShipBob

MARCH 3, 2025

With so many moving parts to running an ecommerce business, youll probably build a tech stack of several different apps, platforms, and solutions to power your operations. Youll want to select top performers in each area, as well as solutions that connect with each other seamlessly but researching with so many options on the market, choosing can be time-consuming and tricky.

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Tecsys

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Every supply chain professional Ive talked to lately has the same thing on their mind: making sense of the new U.S. trade landscape. While the headlines focus on tariffs, I see something bigger brewing. In my view, the current shift is only a preview of the broader, more profound changes companies will need to navigate in the coming years.

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Resilinc

MARCH 6, 2025

Learn how to secure aerospace and defense supply chain resiliency with five key areas to note in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2025. The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) tackles aerospace and defense supply chain resiliency head-on with new mandates to secure critical resources and reduce foreign reliance. Heres your guide to NDAA for aerospace and defense supply chainsand how Resilincs aerospace and defense supply chain risk management solutions can help

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IT Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post The ‘ABC’ Strategy: Western Tech Companies Diversify Manufacturing Beyond China appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 3, 2025

Third in a series of articles for SupplyChainBrain analyzing how often the term supply chain appears in the annual reports of S&P 500 companies.

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Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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ShipBob

MARCH 3, 2025

With so many moving parts to running an ecommerce business, youll probably build a tech stack of several different apps, platforms, and solutions to power your operations. Youll want to select top performers in each area, as well as solutions that connect with each other seamlessly but researching with so many options on the market, choosing can be time-consuming and tricky.

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Tecsys

MARCH 4, 2025

According to research by Gartner , more than 70% of enterprises are predicted to utilize industry cloud platforms to accelerate their business initiatives by 2027 , a significant increase from less than 15% in 2023. For supply chain organizations, t his surge in cloud adoption isn't just a trend it's a strategic imperative reshaping how businesses manage their warehouse operations.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 4, 2025

Your tracking page functions as your storefront, your ETA accuracy determines your brand reputation, and your communication style defines your competitive edge. The hard truth? Supply chain customer experience equals business survival. The post 5 Ways Transportation Companies Can Improve Supply Chain Customer Experience appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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IT Supply Chain

MARCH 4, 2025

By Eugenio Cassiano (pictured) SVP Strategy & Innovation, Celonis The post The Secret Weapon for Transforming Supply Chains: Process Intelligence appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Rising tariffs and trade barriers arent the only challenges facing companies engaged in international trade in 2025.

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Bristlecone

MARCH 5, 2025

We appreciate the valuable insights shared by Jennifer Chew , our VP of Solutions and Consulting, on the transformative impact of Generative AI (GenAI) in supply chain operations. While AIs potential is widely acknowledged, many organizations face challenges in implementation due to cybersecurity concerns, skill gaps and the complexities of change management.

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Exiger Perspectives

MARCH 4, 2025

Author, Professor of Human Rights and Contemporary Slavery, and Former DHS UFLPA Policy Expert Will Support Exigers Work to Combat Forced Labor WASHINGTON, DC. MAR. 3, 2025 Exiger , the market-leading supply chain AI company, today announced Dr. Laura Murphy, a globally recognized expert on forced labor, has joined its Advisory Council to support the organizations initiatives and solutions to illuminate and eradicate forced labor from supply chains.

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