Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 30, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group, via its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog calls reader attention to two recently published research papers that address evidence of ongoing shifts in global supply component and end production sourcing. The abstract notes that the research paper “ documents that shifts in the pattern of U.S.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The introduction of E-Procurement: Price and availability are not the only factors to be considered in a purchasing decision, especially now that a strong supply chain has become an unmissable element for every company in today’s business climate (Namulo, 2017).

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

About Tim Higham Tim Higham is a leading visionary in the logistics and transportation field, running the highly successful InMotion Global, Inc. In August, 2017, a national, publicly traded bank holding company bought a minority stake in InMotion Global and AscendTMS. AscendTMS). The 3PL was sold in 2014.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

Real-World Examples of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management An example of the use of blockchain in supply chain management is demonstrated through a project conducted by IBM and a large retailer in 2017. It can detect fraud, prevent theft, and authenticate data and documents. and al (2020) ,PwC, Blockchain in Logistics

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Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2019

Managing trade documentation. She writes, “In most food-supply chains it might take weeks to figure out where it went from source to destination, and in some cases, the source may not be known, but on a blockchain, it takes just seconds.”[3] They are: Tracking products moving through the supply chain. Footnotes. [1]

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. We hope you enjoy this salute to the best of 2018, and we look forward to even more innovations in 2019. Warehouse Automation. Media Type.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Consumers, activists, and investors increasingly want to know the products they buy are sourced sustainably and ethically. Logistics providers market benefits of visibility and transparency, but it has many customers wondering what exactly the difference is between the two terms. sources of raw materials. ”[3].

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 11, 2018

.”[1] What Potts discovered was that people living near the lake used tools made from obsidian and the nearest source of that stone was over a hundred miles away. The amount of obsidian discovered near the lake makes it unlikely the local population was self-sourcing. ” IT Pro , 17 November 2017. [8] Principle 3.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 9, 2019

this season, an above-average year is anticipated for East Asia that could affect production of consumer electronics sourced from China and Taiwan and more advanced technology products from Japan and nearby regions.”[1] While Resilience360 predicts a slightly below average number of hurricanes will affect the U.S.

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Jaggaer

JUNE 23, 2020

From source materials to distribution, the supply network must be carefully streamlined to produce the best results possible. Once the supply and distribution routes are mapped, clients can begin the sourcing process to dig deeper and understand what each third-party logistics provider can offer. RFQ, Contract, and Risk.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2018

The group is working on case studies to test new technologies like blockchain, cognitive computing, supply chain operating networks, and open source analytics. In 2017, supplier performance issues resulted in the bankruptcy of Aerosole. Port infrastructure and logistics capacity are growing issues. Why Should You Care?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

Therefore, more companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) to achieve greater supply chain savings and presence in such markets through enhanced transportation management systems ( TMSs ). The use of 3PLs will continue to grow throughout 2017 and beyond. What Does It All Mean?

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IQMS

JUNE 25, 2019

By 2020, Discrete Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics and Utilities industries are projected to spend $40B each on IoT platforms, systems, and services. in 2017 to $20.4B The system comprehensively documents each step that a pharmaceutical product takes on its way to the store shelf and eventually the consumer.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Motor carrier fleets have until 2017 to install ELDs and fleets already using electronic logging technology have until late 2019 to ensure new specifications are incorporated into their existing solutions. Alibaba reflects how sourcing is now online but freight has yet to reach the same level of progress. EDI just isn't enough.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

By 2017, the market research company expects the number of global smartphone users to increase to 2.50bn and represent 33.8% The overall impact of mobile has been well documented in the press. Inventory management and replenishment as well as reverse logistics can now be managed by mobile as well as payments.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2017

In most food-supply chains it might take weeks to figure out where it went from source to destination, and in some cases, the source may not be known, but on a blockchain, it takes just seconds. The most-prominent use was in bitcoin, which became a global sensation in 2017. Nestle SA, Tyson Foods Inc., Weeks to Seconds.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Key nodes in your Supply Chain, whether they be Suppliers, Manufacturing Plants, Distributors, Customers, Logistics Carriers, or other Channels should be well defined. As such you need to consider how to mitigate this impact in your Sourcing strategy. Logistics Capacity. © Copyright Mortson Enterprises Inc, 2017.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Compile and write documentation for any assigned features or bugs. Visual Studio 2017. Git Source Control. Who Are We: Established in August of 1997, Cerasis is a comprehensive, committed logistics company founded on helping customers manage shipping more efficiently and effectively. T-SQL SQL Queries / Stored Procedures.

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6 River Systems

JULY 9, 2019

Data isn’t the only driver of effective supply chain management; other factors such as good vendor and supplier relationships, effective cost control, securing the right logistics partners and adopting innovative supply chain technologies make a big impact, too. Identifying unnecessary spend is another way to achieve leaner operations.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Rob O’Byrne makes an early start with his round-up of supply chain and logistics trends that might make industry headlines in the coming year. His observations include trends in first and last-mile logistics, and the increase in SMEs entering global markets. 2020 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends: What’s Around the Corner?

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

According to the 30th Annual State of Logistics Report by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), companies spent $1.64 trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% Overall, logistics spending in 2018 reached 8% of U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

At the next Logistics Bureau Free Executive Breakfast (which will take place in August), I’ll be discussing the alignment of supply chain and business strategy along with eight other important levers for supply chain performance improvement. Appropriate choice of assets or outsourced logistics services.

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Logistics will always contain risks, but the use of blockchain in supply chain management can go a long way in prevention and mitigation. Let’s look at the problem of risk management in logistics and how traceability through blockchain reduces those risks. Logistics Risks Lead to Higher Freight Spend.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 8, 2018

The 100 Best Corporate Citizens list documents 260 data points of disclosure and performance measures in seven categories: environment, climate change, employee relations, human rights, governance, finance, and philanthropy & community support. . . Also in 2017, 76% of the company’s 10 priority ingredients were sustainably sourced.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

We normally do our Talking Logistics episodes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but we have one today at 12 ET with Alaster Love from Transplace, where we are going to discuss “ Big Data and Analytics in Oil and Gas Transportation.” Note: Transplace is a Talking Logistics sponsor. And with that, have a happy weekend!

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2017

This is especially true today, as what used to be four primary ocean carrier alliances transformed into three different ocean carrier alliances – taking effect on April 1, 2017. These alliances are: Source: Transplace. But what does this realignment mean for the industry? Alliances let carriers offer more sailings with fewer vessels.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 2, 2021

In addition to the familiar relational databases there are analytical, transactional, in-memory, NoSQL, NewSQL, time series, event streaming, graph, distributed, wide-column, key-value and document stores. 2] Bertrand Moingeon, “ Transversal management: how to break out organizational silos ,” LinkedIn, 1 April 2017. [3] 4] Keith D.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

businesses annually spend over one trillion dollars on logistics and ensuring none of that spend is wasted is good for all stakeholders. ’ Perfection is expected in the product, condition, quantity, documentation, and location.”[2] The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals reports U.S. ” They are: 1. .

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Connecting with hundreds or even thousands of vendors and logistics service providers is the first step in enabling this process. Source: RevCascade website. The drop-shipping process involves the sharing of information (e.g., inventory, orders, shipping) and synchronization of activities across multiple trading partners.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Hospitality and Leisure. Industrial Manufacturing. Media and Entertainment. Medical Devices. Public Sector.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

victims of the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 paid their ransoms in bitcoins), illegal transactions on the dark web, etc. . In 2014, Vitalik Buterin and his team developed a public, open-source blockchain-based computing platform that is known as Ethereum.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

victims of the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 paid their ransoms in bitcoins), illegal transactions on the dark web, etc. . In 2014, Vitalik Buterin and his team developed a public, open-source blockchain-based computing platform that is known as Ethereum.

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GTG Technology Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

ELDs replace paper logs by electronically recording a driver’s record of duty status and uses that data to document hours of service (HOS) compliance. The ELD Final Rule Compliance Date is December 18, 2017, and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance says there’s almost no chance it will be delayed. Sources: [link].

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 16, 2018

The Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that in May 2017, unemployment rates in seven states were at their lowest levels since the state unemployment data series began in January 1976. Well actually…no… just ask anyone who works in the logistics sector, especially if they rely on contingent workers. The rates in Arkansas (3.4

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6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

I needed a base program or SDK (source developer kit) to start with. VRChat is a game that rose to popularity with the advent of standard VR hardware in 2017. I found extensive documentation including tutorials, wikis, and example code for developing in VRChat. In VRChat , I found both!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

especially procurement and logistics?—?in million in 2017 and is expected to reach approximately USD 666.61 million by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 49.16% between 2017 and 2024” ( globalnewswire.com 2018 ). Source: Accenture. Blockchain in Logistics. Source: Accenture. in the coming years.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

In 2017, Gartner introduced a Supply Chain Planning Maturity Model with five planning stages. Information flow, for the most part, is managed across multiple platforms by sending documents and spreadsheets back and forth. ” Logistics Viewpoints , 30 July 2019. Footnotes. [1] ” Kinaxis Blog , 14 October 2019. [4]

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