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The Internet of Things and the Retail Industry

C3 Solutions

This article is part of our Retail Program. Designed specifically to support global leaders by aiding in creating a strategic plan to help them win the retail game. From a term that came into use in 2009, the Internet of Things (IoT) has come a long way in 10 years. Learn more about it now! 15 Min Read. Download for later.

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Data Privacy Day 2024

Enterra Insights

In 2009, the United States House of Representatives officially recognized National Data Privacy Day. With enough data from enough sources, it can be easy enough to triangulate and determine who is who.”[6] 3] Danielle James, “ Retailers are wading deeper into customer data. ” Retail Dive, 2 November 2022. [4]

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Measuring Up?

Supply Chain Shaman

In our recent analysis of supply chains that are “working well” , we find higher performance when companies have source, make and deliver reporting to the supply chain organization. Each year at Supply Chain Insights , we study the progress of public companies in manufacturing, retail and distribution sectors. Resiliency.

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Let the Qs Begin

Supply Chain Shaman

While the performance rankings were based on comparisons of inventory turns, operating margin and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) for the periods of 2006-2013 and 2009-2013, the concept is that to be a supply chain leader you must outperform and drive improvement. How do you balance the trade-offs between source, make and deliver?

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Transforming Consumer Value Chains: Navigating The Power Shift to the Shopper

Supply Chain Shaman

For December 2015, retail sales were the lowest since 2009. The Amazon Impact is having an impact on Wal-Mart and retail in general. I expect a somber mood at the National Retail show. As a result, both retail and consumer products processes are being redefined. Retail generic products sold through new channels.

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Sustainable Supply Chains Requires Effective Supply Management Capabilities!

Supply Chain View from the Field

Globalization has created the emergence of sophisticated supplier networks, creating management challenges as exposure to volatility and complexity of global sourcing has emerged. As a result, sustainability has become a serious issue for retail behemoths and brand names.

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My Lessons in Interviewing Supply Chains to Admire Award Winners

Supply Chain Shaman

The large and well-known companies in the process and retail industries get the nod, but the most significant improvements in supply chain excellence are happening in the discrete industries. They used the work built together in 2004-2009 to build a course with Georgia Tech for executive training.)