Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

By Maha Muzumdar. Original version published in APICS Extra , July 2010. The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. Supply chain executives were under pressure to develop more efficient, customer-centric supply chains while finding innovative ways to reduce costs and enable growth.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2017

When we speak to supply chain leaders about innovations in their supply chain, it’s not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses. To the contrary, it’s often about rethinking how we view our operations, leverage all our stakeholders, and in the end, deliver the best experience to the customer. Trend #1: Customers Buying Experience Not Products.

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River Logic

JULY 12, 2017

More than likely, you’re going to be making significant investments in your supply chain over the next several years (or perhaps you’ve already started). If so, it’s worth looking at the recent findings from the 2017 CSCO Supply Chain survey by Gartner.

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CHAINalytics

JULY 12, 2017

In my last blog, I talked about the idea of transformational change, the great value the change management discipline brings and the powerful impact it has when used in conjunction with good project management. I shared that my experience has taught me that without a deliberate approach to change, transformation is fraught with trials. I … The post Change Management Part One – Make People Aware That Change Is Coming… appeared first on Chainalytics.

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While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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RFgen

JULY 12, 2017

Mobile data collection and integration is critical in today’s manufacturing supply chain landscape. The enterprise has been going through a protracted period of disruption as mobile devices and Internet of Things devices have begun to disrupt many longstanding work models. This trend has been somewhat slower to develop in the manufacturing sector, but that’s only if organizations look exclusively at typical mobility solutions, such as smartphones and tablets.

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RFgen

JULY 12, 2017

Mobile data collection and integration is critical in today’s manufacturing supply chain landscape. The enterprise has been going through a protracted period of disruption as mobile devices and Internet of Things devices have begun to disrupt many longstanding work models. This trend has been somewhat slower to develop in the manufacturing sector, but that’s only if organizations look exclusively at typical mobility solutions, such as smartphones and tablets.

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AFFLINK

JULY 12, 2017

The driverless car will certainly play an important role in your supply chain optimization within the upcoming years. Last year, we wrote an article about self-driving cars and how they will change the supply chain. We hear so much about self-driving cars, but the first prototypes still haven’t hit the open road. So the question remains: what are the most current developments on these self-driving dream machines that will revolutionize the supply chain?

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FLEXE

JULY 12, 2017

<p>For years, business strategies drove the supply chain to be linear and stable. Distribution channels and the buying experience were well defined, so supply chain operations could be, too. Today’s market is a little different.</p> <p>The rise of eCommerce and omnichannel shopping has disrupted traditional buying experiences and linearity of supply chain operations.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 12, 2017

Choosing freight carriers is not the easiest of tasks, so it’s understandable why companies often overlook the need for a freight review , even when such an undertaking is long overdue. If your company uses any kind of carriers or freight service providers, this post is intended to reassure you that despite being a potentially onerous project, a freight review at the right time can save your company a whole lot of cost , prevent you from falling behind your competitors , and help to ensure

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Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 12, 2017

Walmart Tightening Screws on Vendors Again, Consolidation Continues in the Container Shipping Sector, UPS Forced to Pay Weekly Retention Bonuses at Hub, Amazon Market Share Continues to Grow

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SCM Research

JULY 12, 2017

There seems to be a lot of confusion about what theory is. At least this is a recurring question I get from students. Let us first discuss what theory is not : Sutton & Staw (1995) show that “references, data, variables, diagrams, and hypotheses are not theory” and they “explain how each of these five elements can be confused with theory” (p. 371).

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 12, 2017

Trucking Costs Dominate Total Expenditures, as Absolute Logistics Cost Fell in 2016

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Enterra Insights

JULY 12, 2017

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term that frightens many people but excites others. For most people, AI conjures up images … Continued. The post Artificial Intelligence: Misunderstood and Underappreciated appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.

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DAT Solutions

JULY 12, 2017

Since the 4th of July landed on a Tuesday this year, a lot of people also took Monday off. That led to a quieter week on DAT load boards in terms of load and truck posts. But even though van volumes were down, rates went up in Northeast, spurred by retail trade and consumer goods moving into place for Amazon’s Prime Day sales. The biggest rate increases last week were in Philadelphia, Buffalo, and Allentown, PA.

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PINC

JULY 12, 2017

Labor is expensive. It’s also getting harder and harder to find good professionals right now, thanks to a recovering economy and brisk growth in certain sectors (like construction and information technology).

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DAT Solutions

JULY 12, 2017

Reefer volumes were down during the first week in July, but that was to be expected. But load counts didn’t slip as much as vans during the short 4th of July week, with strong demand on shorter hauls. Shipments for the top 10 fruits and vegetables out of California ticked slightly down in June, but the July forecast remains strong. Fruit from the Pacific Northwest should also be above average in late summer and fall.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 12, 2017

WOW! Doesn’t time fly when you’re having fun. We’ll be doing a few things in the coming months to celebrate our Birthday. But this one is the most important. (read down to find your ‘gift’). Because without the support of our fantastic consulting clients, our Academy members, our consulting and back office staff and of course our industry colleagues and friends we would not have enjoyed such a wonderful ‘first’ 20 years.

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GTG Technology Group

JULY 12, 2017

How We’re Using 3D Printing in Trucking. 3D printing is something most of us would have scoffed at years ago. Now, it’s a serious reality for consumers and businesses across the globe. Thanks to their incredible portability and flexibility, 3D printers are creating things from tiny toys to complete concrete houses. But how is this technology going to affect the trucking industry?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2017

Computers used on the shop floor will get hot. Protecting your capital assets from overheating requires air flow management, temperature control, efficient energy consumption and a way to keep computer technology cool… constantly. Here’s why an industrial computer cabinet is right for the job. If computer technology is at the heart of your shop floor, you might be wary of the risk to your business if it fails.

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