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How to Manage Supply Chains as a Manufacturer with Automation and AI

Locus Robotics

By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. In some settings, IoT devices can detect defects and notify staff of quality control issues.

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3PL Integration: Building an Expandable and Resilient Orchestration Solution

SCMDOJO

In today’s competitive market, the successful operation of a business hinges on the smooth integration of various processes and information management systems, especially when it comes to 3PL integration. Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference.

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Supply Chain Predictions for 2018

Material Handling & Logistics

While predicting the future is never an easy task, in order to be competitive all businesses need to be able to accurately anticipate what trends will affect them in the coming year. According to a recent study by Pew Research study, 80% of consumers make online purchases, compared to just 22% in 2000.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. But some of my other predictions did hit the mark or came close. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target.

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3PL Logistics Companies Up Services to Continue to Meet the Needs of Shippers

GlobalTranz

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

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6 Questions To Ask 3rd Party Logistics Companies for 2015 and Beyond

GlobalTranz

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. Fortunately, selecting a 3PL for 2015 and beyond can be broken down into six specific questions.

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Supply Chain Execution Explained

ShipBob

Supply chain execution refers to the process of driving the flow of goods within the supply chain – starting from procurement all the way through final-mile delivery. Activities included in supply chain execution are manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation. Procurement and manufacturing.