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Turn Off the Fog Machine: Move Past Groupthink to Drive A Positive, Data-Driven Narrative

Supply Chain Shaman

I shudder when someone uses the term VUCA. The term antifragile racks my brain. When a speaker wafts eloquently on one of these terms that I hate, I have to manage the inner Lora. As an adult with ADHD, the inner Lora can spark. In a controlled state, my brain questions, “What the ? Why can’t we put the same energy that we put into inventing new words, tossing around acronyms, and parading on a stage to advocate for maturity models to improve supply chains?

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The Data-Driven Supply Chain: AI, Cybersecurity, and Real-Time Monitoring

Logistics Viewpoints

Digital infrastructure is now integral to logistics execution. Supply chain networks depend on structured data, exchanged through APIs, middleware, and telemetry, to coordinate across facilities, regions, and partners. Three enabling capabilities stand out: artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and real-time monitoring. While each presents unique benefits, their value depends on disciplined implementation and integration into business-critical workflows.

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Optimize Food Supply Chain with AI-Driven Planning

ToolsGroup

Meeting Demand Surges in the Restaurant Supply Chain Peak demand days—such as National Hamburger Day or Super Bowl Sunday—create major stress on restaurant and foodservice logistics. To successfully optimize food supply chain operations during these surges, businesses must tightly manage ingredient availability, production schedules, and delivery timing-all within narrow, often unpredictable timeframes.

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A Killer App for Warehouse Robots

Talking Logistics

When I returned from ProMat in 2023, I wrote that based on the number of automation solutions I saw at the conference focused on this application, “loading and unloading trailers/containers is apparently a killer app for warehouse robots.” In my post, I highlighted solutions in this area by ArcBest, Pickle Robot Company, Boston Dynamics, Slip. Read more The post A Killer App for Warehouse Robots appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Reducing Global Lead Times To Improve Customer Experience At Becton Dickinson

Product lead time is crucial in the life sciences industry and represents a key consideration for customers’ purchasing decisions. For this reason, BD Biosciences aimed to optimize its global supply and distribution network to reduce delivery lead time to customers and optimize its global inventory. How was BD Biosciences successful in reducing global distribution lead times between 30% and 60% in addition to: Increasing agility to prioritize urgent and ad-hoc customer requests Increasing global

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How to Build a Successful Procurement Strategy in 2025

ivalua

Fragmented systems, rising cost pressures, and shifting risk profiles are making it harder than ever to manage procurement effectively. Strategies that worked just a few years ago are now too rigid, manual, or disconnected to keep up. But what does it actually take to regain control and build a procurement strategy that’s both resilient and scalable?

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DHL appoints new chiefs for Americas divisions

Freight Waves

German parcel and logistics giant DHL has revamped its Americas region leadership team overseeing the Global Forwarding, Supply Chain and eCommerce divisions. On Wednesday, DHL Global Forwarding notified customers that Michael Young will assume the role of CEO for the United States, effective Aug. 1. He will replace Robert Reiter, who is preparing to leave the company to move abroad and explore other professional opportunities.

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Is there a mismatch between supply chain leaders’ confidence in new technology and their ability to implement it?

EFT

Implementing new technologies is the top strategic priority among the 671 supply chain leaders interviewed by Blue Yonder for their 2025 Supply Chain Compass , and it is a goal they are highly confident in achieving, however, digging into the report reveals legacy technologies and data structures might hold them back in these ambitions. High confidence in new tech Among the supply chain leaders interviewed, 51% said that implementing new technology was a strategic priority, making it the top goa

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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2025)

Talking Logistics

We’ve crossed the midway point of 2025. If you had to pick a song as the soundtrack for the first half of this year, which of the following would you pick: If you have another song suggestion, please post it in the comments. Maybe it’s cheating, but my soundtrack is a melody of all those. Read more The post Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2025) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How to Build a Successful Procurement Strategy in 2025

ivalua

Fragmented systems, rising cost pressures, and shifting risk profiles are making it harder than ever to manage procurement effectively. Strategies that worked just a few years ago are now too rigid, manual, or disconnected to keep up. But what does it actually take to regain control and build a procurement strategy that’s both resilient and scalable?

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AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value

Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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Why Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility is No Longer Optional!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! In today’s fast-paced global economy, businesses are under increasing pressure to deliver products faster, more efficiently, and with higher quality than ever before. Supply chains are more complex than ever, stretching across continents, industries, and multiple stakeholders. As a result, the need for real-time supply chain visibility (RTSV) has evolved from a “nice-to-have” to a “must-have” capabilit

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Two positive votes on logistics at Moody’s: GXO and C.H. Robinson

Freight Waves

Moody’s has weighed in on two logistics providers in recent days, and the word from the influential provider of debt ratings was positive both times. In an announcement last week, Moody’s (NYSE: MCO) said it was increasing its senior unsecured rating on GXO (NYSE: GXO) by one notch to Baa3 from Ba1. But the significance is not just that GXO is one notch higher.

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Custom Logistics Software: Building Smarter Supply Chains

SCMDOJO

Modern supply chain operations demand exceptional efficiency in order to achieve market competitiveness. The global logistics industry undergoes transformative change because of technological developments which enhance delivery services from last-mile operations to worldwide freight management. The custom logistics software development stands as a key advancement in logistics because it allows businesses to build personalized solutions that suit their operational requirements.

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[Video] Five Practical & Effective Ways To Mitigate Tariff Impacts

Talking Logistics

2025 has been a roller coaster ride for supply chain and global trade executives. It’s not just that new tariffs have been implemented on U.S. imports from virtually every country in the world, it’s that these tariffs keep changing, sometimes within just a few days. All of this back-and-forth change is adding risk and complexity. Read more The post [Video] Five Practical & Effective Ways To Mitigate Tariff Impacts appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. 2025 has been a roll

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Direct vs Indirect Procurement: Key Differences, Challenges, and Opportunities

ivalua

Direct and indirect procurement are two fundamental approaches in supply chain management, each serving distinct functions within an organization. Both focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs but differ in their strategic approach and impact on the core business operations. Streamlining operations in indirect procurement helps maintain an agile and cost-effective organizational structure, while direct procurement emphasizes ensuring the quality and availability of key materials necessar

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5 Tips for Students: Navigating the Complex World of Supply Chain in Your Dissertation!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Thesis Ideas for Supply Chain Students! Businesses cutting across various sectors have encountered unexpected disruptions, leading to the realization that their supply chains are more complex than previously thought. Such complexities bring in several challenges rather than benefits. While trying to manage this increasing uncertainty and adjust to the ever-evolving business environments, simplifying these complex supply chains has become an important objective.

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US container import tariffs averaging 21%, says Maersk

Freight Waves

Importers are paying an effective 21% tariff on all containerized imports entering the United States, the world’s second-largest ocean line said. That’s less than half the rate of the peak average earlier this year, Maersk said Wednesday in a market update. “On average, companies are currently paying an effective average tariff rate of approximately 21% relative to container load on all U.S. imports, according to Maersk’s container-weighted effective average tariff rate metric,” the company said

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AI-Tuned Pricing and Inventory Strategies are the Way Forward for Retailers

Supply Chain Brain

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Racks and robots for future ready warehousing

IT Supply Chain

By Edward Hutchison (pictured) Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems The post Racks and robots for future ready warehousing appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Key Innovations Shaping the Future of Supply Chain Planning

Arkieva

Explore 4 innovations reshaping the future of supply chain planning. From AI to automation, all designed to improve agility, visibility and real-time execution. Key Innovations Shaping the Future of Supply Chain Planning was first posted on July 2, 2025 at 10:03 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Essential Tips for Choosing Wooden Crates Melbourne Suppliers!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe An Essential Guide to Using Wood Pallets for Business Operations! Choosing a wooden crate supplier involves more than just comparing prices. If you need reliable protection for your goods during transport, the type of crate and the capabilities of the supplier matter. Mistakes in selection can lead to product damage, shipping delays, or compliance issues.

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“Brace!” Endless disruptions mark new path to supply chain resiliency

Freight Waves

It’s a disrupted supply chain world, and we’re just living in it. Or are we? In a world increasingly marked by uncertainty and volatility, supply chain resilience is a critical focus for businesses worldwide. “The New Normal: Building Resilient Supply Chains in a World of Constant Disruptions,” a podcast hosted by Maersk (OTC: AMKBY ), took a deep dive into the myriad factors impacting global trade and how shippers can thrive amid these challenges.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Digital Transformation in Supply Chains: From AI to e‑Invoicing Compliance

Supply Chain Brain

This webinar will explore the intersection of e-invoicing and supply chain optimization. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how digitized invoicing enhances supply chain visibility, improves operational efficiency, and supports faster payment cycles—ultimately driving value across procurement and finance functions.

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Treat your Decision Agent as a Co-Worker!

Supply Chain Trend

Kasparov’s law indicates that a collaborative process between humans and machines leads to superior results. Supply Chain professor Nada Sanders therefore advocates in her book Humachine , an AI-collaborative culture. At a personal level, I’ve highlighted that this requires an AI-mindset, where we see an agent as a co-worker we collaboratively approach with a growth-mindset and smart trust.

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Real-Time Mobile Inventory Powers Customer-Centric Supply Chains

RFgen

More than half of warehouse leaders say seamless compatibility with existing equipment is a non-negotiable. If you’re staring down labor shortages, rising error rates, or another fiscal year of overtime spikes, it might be time to revisit your automation strategy or build one from the ground up. This Warehouse Manager’s Playbook offers an actionable roadmap to help you evaluate, pilot, deploy, and optimize warehouse automation with minimal disruption and maximum ROI.

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6 Common Causes of Supply Chain Disruptions and How to Overcome Them!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Disaster Strikes!!! Is Your Supply Chain Ready To Recover? In the multifaceted world of supply chain management, there are numerous variables that can cause unexpected disruptions. From natural disasters and IT issues to fluctuations in global politics, these challenges require strategic planning. We’ve laid out six common causes of such Supply Chain disruptions along with potential solutions for each one, giving you the means to put your own contingencies in place. 1.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Rail could boost exports in new Port of LA pact

Freight Waves

The Port of Los Angeles has signed a Memorandum of Agreement to generate more export traffic for the port from California’s Central Valley through an agreement with the city of Shafter and the developer of a logistics hub there. Central to the agreement is the Wonderful Logistics Center , a 3,400-acre development in Shafter, Calif. — 18 miles west-northwest of Bakersfield on the BNSF main line — owned by the Wonderful Co.

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Watch: The Customer Experience-Driven Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain professionals must consider the customer experience, not just cost reduction and operational efficiency, says Mike Dominy, vice president of supply chain research at Gartner.

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The Evolution of 3PLs in 2025 and How WMS Have Adapted

SnapFulfil

The third-party logistics (3PL) industry is experiencing profound transformation in 2025, driven by significant technological advancements, evolving customer expectations, and increasingly complex global supply chains. As markets become more demanding and competition intensifies, the successful adaptation of warehouse management systems (WMS) has become critical for 3PL providers looking to maintain their competitive edge and operational excellence.