How Businesses Can Respond to Disasters by Repositioning Inventory
All Things Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2021
Make no mistake, disasters can, and frequently do, wreak havoc on communities and businesses.
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Do You Want Visibility or Transparency?
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 18, 2021
Polly Mitchell-Guthrie, the VIce President of Industry Outreach at Kinaxis. Do you want visibility or transparency? Polly Mitchell-Guthrie, posed that provocative question to supply chain professionals on her LinkedIn feed. Ms. Mitchell-Guthrie is the VP of Industry Outreach and Thought Leadership at Kinaxis. Kinaxis is a top supplier of supply chain planning software.
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Predicting how a ‘people less’ supply chain will help businesses, & why they need to start planning today
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2021
By Antony Lovell (pictured). VP Applications, Vuealta. The post Predicting how a ‘people less’ supply chain will help businesses, & why they need to start planning today appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
10 Proven Principles for Best Warehouse Design and Operation
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 18, 2021
In this article, Logistics Bureau’s Mal Walker, who has spent decades exploring all aspects of warehousing, offers some valuable tips on warehouse design and operation. Over the years, Mal has come to appreciate that there is real science behind distribution centre design , operation, and flow management. He has delved deeply into it and identified ten principles for optimising warehouse performance.
Reducing Global Lead Times To Improve Customer Experience At Becton Dickinson
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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
How grocers can effectively run the right promotions in 3 steps
Cognira
JANUARY 18, 2021
How grocers can effectively run the right promotions in 3 steps. Are you running the right promotions? Are you giving away too much margin? Did you know that 89% of Grocers don’t have the data needed to analyze promotions? This means that many Grocers don’t know how their promotions performed, nor have an accurate reason for why they chose their promotions.
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BGSA’s 15th Annual Supply Chain Conference to be Virtual
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 18, 2021
BG Strategic Advisors is proud to announce that the 15th Annual BGSA Supply Chain Conference will be Virtual on January 20 - 21, 2021 from 12:00 to 5:30PM EST.
Distribution Management: Top 6 Factors That Influence Distribution Management Strategy
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JANUARY 18, 2021
What is Distribution Management? Distribution management includes forecasting, transportation, warehousing, and delivery within the larger universe of logistics and supply chain management. These require precise tracking, real-time information, and highly-skilled staffing to execute effectively. Distribution management is an integral part of logistics.
The Rise of IoT Devices in the Supply Chain – Security Concerns & Solutions
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2021
By Jori Hamilton (pictured). Business & Cybersecurity Specialist. The post The Rise of IoT Devices in the Supply Chain – Security Concerns & Solutions appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
What Exactly Is a Digital Transformation – And Are You Doing It Right?
MPO Multi Party Orchestration
JANUARY 18, 2021
For some time, I’ve been reading, watching and following the white papers, case studies, and countless webinars put on by keen minds about digital transformations. I must say, the topic doesn’t feel any clearer. Many would have us believe the elements of a digital transformation should include the likes of IoT, AI, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), ML, Digital Twins, Digital Threads, and 3D Printing.
AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value
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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.
Smart applications of technology: Six top trends for the physical security sector
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2021
By Johan Paulsson (pictured). CTO, Axis Communications. The post Smart applications of technology: Six top trends for the physical security sector appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
EU-UK supply chains roiled by surprise tariffs, red tape, delays
Resilinc
JANUARY 18, 2021
Turmoil points to need for robust mapping of supply chains, rigorous analyses of alternate sourcing strategies. More than four years after a majority of UK voters opted to leave the EU, negotiations on the terms of the Brexit breakup were finally agreed to on December 24, 2020—just days before its January 1 implementation. But for supply chain managers, uncertainty over the final shape of the Brexit deal hasn’t been resolved—in fact, in the first weeks of 2021, new uncertainties and challenges h
Technology must be the foundation for organisational resilience
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2021
By Chris Butler (pictured). Lead Principal Consultant, Resilience & Security at Sungard AS. The post Technology must be the foundation for organisational resilience appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Preventing and diminishing Supply Chain disruptions
Prophetic Technology
JANUARY 18, 2021
The current pandemic unsettled the Supply Chain (SC) when manufacturers and suppliers had to shut down global businesses, first in China and elsewhere. They had to find new strategies to overcome SC disruptions.
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.
:o9 Solutions to supply AI-powered IBP platform to Samsung Bioepis
o9 Solutions
JANUARY 18, 2021
A major project to manage Samsung Bioepis’ global supply chain using o9’s IBP platform is underway. Scenario planning features will enable timely responses to market and operational challenges. This can be swiftly applied to all phases of short-, medium-, and long-term planning. January 18th, 2021 – Seoul, Korea – o9 Solutions, a premier AI-powered IBP platform provider, announced that it would supply its next-generation platform to Samsung Bioepis Co., Ltd., bolstering the management of i
Supply chain optimization: What is it and why is it important? - SHIPSTA
Shipsta
JANUARY 18, 2021
As different as supply chains can be, so very different are the measures for supply chain optimization. This article gives a brief overview of various goals and factors that are crucial for optimization.
Freight Brokers Who Provide Transparency & Shipment Visibility Give Shippers A Better Experience
Turvo
JANUARY 18, 2021
Transparency and open communication lines are vital in any workplace, but it is especially true when talking about the shipping and transportation industries. Transparency and visibility into supply chain processes and clear communication between team members and partners are essential for these businesses. Carriers, shippers, and customers alike will have a better experience when shipment visibility and logistics collaboration are built into every step of the process: from order to cash receive
6 Plays That Can Drive Your Business to Operational Excellence (infographic)
USC Consulting Group
JANUARY 18, 2021
In the ongoing pursuit of operational excellence, do you feel like it’s 1st and goal or 4th and long? The challenges you encounter in business can feel like you’re in the middle of the game with the clock ticking down. The moves you make and steps you take determine whether you’ll score the touchdown or come up a few yards short. But with the right mindset, plays, and strategy, you and your teammates can come through in the clutch.
Speeding Robotics Automation with AI
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The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.
The Top Supply Chain Stories in 2020 by Month
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JANUARY 18, 2021
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Predictive Power: Why forecasting matters in transportation
DAT Solutions
JANUARY 18, 2021
Freight is fraught with uncertainties, but with more and more technology and data science entering the industry, artificial intelligence-assisted forecasting can now predict where prices are going with an ever-increasing level of clarity and accuracy.
U.S., EU Battle Over Aircraft Subsidies, While Wine Industry Pays the Price
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 18, 2021
In the battle between the U.S. and European Union over subsidies for aircraft manufacturers, wine producers and importers have become collateral damage.
Latest NMFC Updates LTL Shippers Need To Know in 2021 | PLS Logistics Services
PLS Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2021
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) released the final updates of the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) on December 19, 2020. This update includes changes mainly regarding such commodities as electronics, building materials, automotive, and apparel. It is crucial for retailers to keep track of the NMFC updates, as inaccurate freight classification can increase shipment costs and disrupt operations.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“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.
Piracy Surge Off West Africa Draws Maersk Call for Action
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 18, 2021
Pirate attacks have pushed up insurance and other costs for shippers operating off West Africa, with some resorting to hiring escort vessels manned by armed navy personnel.
Tectonic Shifts in Consumer Behavior
FLEXE
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2020 brought a lot of change. How consumers shopped was no exception.
Watch: Can Employers Require Employees to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine? Part 1
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 18, 2021
Elaine Turner, a shareholder and partner in the law firm of Hall Estill, explains when employers can and cannot require their employees to take the COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available.
What is a Continuous Improvement Model?
Axway
JANUARY 18, 2021
The Continuous Improvement Model is a tactical method that’s implemented across a company to provide a roadmap for improving its practices.
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
My Office Apps Introduces Kechie™ 2021 ERP SaaS Software System
My Office Apps
JANUARY 18, 2021
My Office Apps Introduces Kechie 2021 ERP SaaS Software System. Cloud-based Kechie ERP software advanced features further automate workflow, tracking, and scheduling eliminating error prone manual processes. With over thirty years of business solutions, Kechie is a proven leader in business transformation software with the use of one or more of its software packages – inventory and warehouse management (which includes CRM, sales, procurement, and logistics), manufacturing, finance – or a fully c
What is a Continuous Improvement Model?
Axway
JANUARY 18, 2021
The Continuous Improvement Model is a tactical method that’s implemented across a company to provide a roadmap for improving its practices.
A Comprehensive Guide to Logistics Software
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Technological advances have created a massive disruption in almost every industry and logistics and transportation are no exception. With businesses rapidly replacing their traditional logistics solutions with logistics management software, it is clear that the industry is undergoing a big transformation. However, there are still some with the chaos of whether to automate their logistics operations or not.
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