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Crisis Management and Business Continuity in Supply Chains: Bridging the Gap Between Plans and Real-World Execution

Logistics Viewpoints

Real-World Examples Maersk (2017): A ransomware attack crippled IT systems across its global logistics network. The post Crisis Management and Business Continuity in Supply Chains: Bridging the Gap Between Plans and Real-World Execution appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. It should be woven into how the supply chain is run.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech- June 26 2025

Supply Chain Matters

Billion Acquisition of e2open Australia based logistics software provider WiseTech, developer of logistics execution software CargoWise , announced an agreement to acquire U.S. listed B2B logistics platform provider e2open Parent Holdings for a reported $2.1 WiseTech Announces $2.1 million in total revenues, a decline of 4.8

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Why the Supply Chain Matters to Business Success

Logistics Bureau

In 2017, the company began to look at new options for warehousing, knowing it would need to start placing inventory closer to customers if it wanted to compete in the challenging omnichannel retail space. Select one strategic logistics partner and build a long-term, close relationship.

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AI: Real or Hype?

Supply Chain Brain

In comparison, 20% indicated the same in 2017. Tariff and Deportation Policies on Collision Course in Agribusiness Global Trade & Economics How Reverse Logistics Is Reshaping Retail’s Future Reverse Logistics Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?

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Southern California Wildfires and Windstorm 

Exiger Perspectives

(Source: Public Works Los Angeles County) Road closures in LA County Historical events, such as the 2017-2018 Thomas Fire in Southern California, have demonstrated that wildfires of this magnitude can severely disrupt supply chains, with road closures, damaged infrastructure, and workforce displacement leading to delays and increased costs.

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Understanding the Bullwhip Effect: Causes, Examples, and Strategies for Prevention

RFgen

Referring to the post-2008 period, he notes: “Sales are rising rapidly from 2017 through 2018. This requires close coordination with suppliers and efficient logistics processes. While this seems straightforward, the consequences for businesses can be substantial. During this same period, inventories are also increasing.

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Trends in Logistics Technology, according to Gartner

Supply Chain Digest

So say the analysts at Gartner in a new blog post on logistics technology. Gartner says that, with the exception of high-performing organizations, 40% of logistics leaders cite the struggle to realize value from existing technology investments What do you say? Supply Chain Digest Says. Supply Chain Digest Says.