Expert insights. Personalized for you.
A year ago, the country remained in the early stages of Covid-19 pandemic. On Memorial Day last year, I wrote, “This Memorial Day finds us fighting a new kind of war — this time, with a virus. … In the war against the novel coronavirus, not all front-line fighters are in the military. MORE
Some people think supply chain professionals labor in a boring profession. Kevin O’Marah ( @komarah ) writes, “‘Supply chain’ is a label with baggage. In some circles it is still seen as a low-tech, non-creative servant function hardly worthy of a Harvard MBA.”[1] MORE
Most people are aware of the growing number of “things” connected to the Internet. Analysts from Statista report, “The total installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) connected devices worldwide is projected to amount to 30.9 billion units by 2025, a sharp jump from the 13.8 MORE
The marketing funnel was a reliable model for over a century. MORE
As the old adage goes, “There’s just no pleasing some people.” ” I’m reminded of the story of a grandmother who was walking along the beach with her grandson. A big wave unexpectedly swept the shoreline and dragged the child out to sea. MORE
Today, many business professionals rightfully view their operations in terms of ecosystems or value chains. For the business to succeed, all stakeholders in the value chain must also do well. Historically, this is called a win-win scenario. MORE
Today marks the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, an event that reminds us we have only one planet on which we are all passengers. MORE
A line from the pop hit “Royals,” by New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde, reads, “We’ll never be royals, it don’t run in our blood.” MORE
Most experts agree the COVID-19 pandemic marked a paradigm shift in the business environment. A paradigm shift means some of what has happened in the past becomes irrelevant to future activities; nevertheless, we are all tempted to look to the past. MORE
As the world struggles to emerge from the Covid crisis, worries about inflation are growing. As the staff at Investopedia explains, “Cost-push inflation occurs when prices increase due to increases in production costs, such as raw materials and wages. The demand for goods is unchanged while the supply of goods declines due to the higher costs of production. As a result, the added costs of production are passed onto consumers in the form of higher prices for the finished goods.”[1] MORE
“COVID-19 has catapulted us into the future,” declares Ali Amarsy, Senior Vice President of Global Product Strategy at Publicis Commerce. MORE
For years supply chain consultants have urged companies to digitize their supply chains. As supply chains have lengthened and become more complex, digitization has been viewed as a way to reduce paperwork and increase visibility. Progress, however, has been both uneven and slower than desired. MORE
The tragic, fiery, multi-vehicle crash on a storm-slicked highway in southern Alabama over the weekend reminds us how disruptive and destructive the hurricane season can be. MORE
Artificial intelligence (AI) is impacting every economic sector including supply chain operations. Tech writer Jack M. Germain observes, “AI has changed the supply chain process from reactive to proactive, which creates a larger change in how data-driven processes will operate in the future. MORE
The world has always been a risky place. Survival has been a constant historical theme. Despite all our modern inventions, we haven’t been able to eliminate risk from our lives. That’s why business professionals pay close attention to risk management. MORE
Prior to the pandemic, a number of studies concluded organizations only had a short-period of time to begin their digital transformation journeys. MORE
With consumers often forced to cook meals at home during the pandemic, grocers witnessed radically different shopping behaviors from their customers. MORE
Faced with computer chip shortages and other supply chain issues, on 24 February, President Biden signed E.O. 14017, directing a whole-of-government review to assess vulnerabilities in, and strengthening the resilience of, critical supply chains. MORE
“There is a lot of hype and conjecture around the impact of emerging technology,” writes Mark Adams, regional sales director for UK and Ireland at Cohesity, “but one thing is certain: data is — and will continue to be — the key to digital business.”[1] MORE
The 2021 holiday shopping season could be hugely successful if recent trends continue. For example, overall retail sales in April rose by 51.2% year-over-year. Michael Brown, a Partner in A.T. MORE
Much is being discussed and written about the “new normal” as the world struggles to emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic. Khaled Soufani and Christoph Loch, professors at the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School, believe the new normal will (or, at least, should) include a greater focus on sustainability. MORE
As Americans were preparing for a long holiday weekend, Russia-based REvil ransomware criminals (aka Sodinokibi), conducted an attack targeting the information technology company Kaseya. In an attempt to downplay the attack, Kaseya issued a press release stating, “Kaseya’s VSA?product?has MORE
Earlier this week, in a rare and welcomed show of bipartisanship, both the House and Senate approved a measure to establish Juneteenth (19 June) as a federal holiday. The President subsequently signed the bill into law yesterday. MORE
Supply chains are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Blocked canals, ransomware shutdowns, clogged ports, computer chip and other commodity shortages are just a few of the challenges making supply chains bad news for everyone. MORE
Celebrating Christmas in July has been around for longer than most people realize. Journalist Katherine Owen reports, “Christmas in July has become such a cultural staple each year that you may not have even thought about who first dreamed up such a cheery, potentially cheesy, midsummer celebration. … Christmas in July started [88] years ago on July 24th and 25th in 1933 at a girls’ camp called Keystone Camp in Brevard, North Carolina.”[1] MORE
Although every economic sector undergoes constant change, the retail sector has probably seen more changes in a shorter period of time than most other sectors. MORE
While it is too soon to declare victory over the Covid-19 pandemic, brick-and-mortar retail is seeing signs of renewed vigor. As journalist Anne D’Innocenzio ( @ADInnocenzio ) puts it, “Americans are going back to one of their favorite pastimes: store shopping.”[1] MORE
There are currently over 8 million unfilled job openings in the United States. MORE
Despite being around over a decade, blockchain technology is still searching for a foothold outside the cryptocurrency arena. Supply chain operations are an area in which pundits predict blockchain will play a valuable role. MORE
For many retailers, the pandemic has been a nightmare. The staff at Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) explains, “If 2020 was a Dickens novel about consumer goods, it might be called a tale of two categories: essential and non-essential. The former saw the better of times in which the belief in their products gave consumers hope. For the latter, it was, indeed, an ‘epoch of incredulity’ with what seemed like no end.”[1] MORE
Enterra Insights
JULY 19, 2021
While it is too soon to declare victory over the Covid-19 pandemic, brick-and-mortar retail is seeing signs of renewed vigor. As journalist Anne D’Innocenzio ( @ADInnocenzio ) puts it, “Americans are going back to one of their favorite pastimes: store shopping.”[1]
Enterra Insights
JULY 14, 2021
Artificial intelligence (AI) is impacting every economic sector including supply chain operations. Tech writer Jack M. Germain observes, “AI has changed the supply chain process from reactive to proactive, which creates a larger change in how data-driven processes will operate in the future.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Enterra Insights
JULY 13, 2021
Supply chains are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Blocked canals, ransomware shutdowns, clogged ports, computer chip and other commodity shortages are just a few of the challenges making supply chains bad news for everyone.
Enterra Insights
JULY 27, 2021
Much is being discussed and written about the “new normal” as the world struggles to emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic. Khaled Soufani and Christoph Loch, professors at the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School, believe the new normal will (or, at least, should) include a greater focus on sustainability.
Advertiser: GEP
Just-in-time supply chains worked just fine — until they didn’t. Is more inventory the answer? It’s not a binary solution. Read this latest GEP paper to learn how enterprises can ensure adequate supplies without running excess inventory.
Enterra Insights
JULY 7, 2021
As Americans were preparing for a long holiday weekend, Russia-based REvil ransomware criminals (aka Sodinokibi), conducted an attack targeting the information technology company Kaseya. In an attempt to downplay the attack, Kaseya issued a press release stating, “Kaseya’s VSA?product?has
Enterra Insights
JULY 26, 2021
As the world struggles to emerge from the Covid crisis, worries about inflation are growing. As the staff at Investopedia explains, “Cost-push inflation occurs when prices increase due to increases in production costs, such as raw materials and wages. The demand for goods is unchanged while the supply of goods declines due to the higher costs of production. As a result, the added costs of production are passed onto consumers in the form of higher prices for the finished goods.”[1]
Enterra Insights
JULY 9, 2021
With consumers often forced to cook meals at home during the pandemic, grocers witnessed radically different shopping behaviors from their customers.
Enterra Insights
JULY 8, 2021
As the old adage goes, “There’s just no pleasing some people.” ” I’m reminded of the story of a grandmother who was walking along the beach with her grandson. A big wave unexpectedly swept the shoreline and dragged the child out to sea.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 25, 2021
The 2021 holiday shopping season could be hugely successful if recent trends continue. For example, overall retail sales in April rose by 51.2% year-over-year. Michael Brown, a Partner in A.T.
Advertisement
Today, traditional SAP IBP deployments are not enough. You need to assure you are leveraging its maximum potential to truly transform planning. And to reduce costs, improve visibility and insight, and advance digitalization to gain competitive advantage.
|
Enterra Insights
JUNE 18, 2021
Earlier this week, in a rare and welcomed show of bipartisanship, both the House and Senate approved a measure to establish Juneteenth (19 June) as a federal holiday. The President subsequently signed the bill into law yesterday.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 22, 2021
The tragic, fiery, multi-vehicle crash on a storm-slicked highway in southern Alabama over the weekend reminds us how disruptive and destructive the hurricane season can be.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 16, 2021
Faced with computer chip shortages and other supply chain issues, on 24 February, President Biden signed E.O. 14017, directing a whole-of-government review to assess vulnerabilities in, and strengthening the resilience of, critical supply chains.
Enterra Insights
JULY 23, 2021
Celebrating Christmas in July has been around for longer than most people realize. Journalist Katherine Owen reports, “Christmas in July has become such a cultural staple each year that you may not have even thought about who first dreamed up such a cheery, potentially cheesy, midsummer celebration. … Christmas in July started [88] years ago on July 24th and 25th in 1933 at a girls’ camp called Keystone Camp in Brevard, North Carolina.”[1]
Advertiser: GEP
Companies like Bayer AG and Akamai coped with recent supply chain disruptions much better than their peers. What did they do differently? Read this new HBR – GEP report on new tools and strategies to mitigate supply chain risk.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 23, 2021
Some people think supply chain professionals labor in a boring profession. Kevin O’Marah ( @komarah ) writes, “‘Supply chain’ is a label with baggage. In some circles it is still seen as a low-tech, non-creative servant function hardly worthy of a Harvard MBA.”[1]
Enterra Insights
JUNE 21, 2021
Today, many business professionals rightfully view their operations in terms of ecosystems or value chains. For the business to succeed, all stakeholders in the value chain must also do well. Historically, this is called a win-win scenario.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 15, 2021
There are currently over 8 million unfilled job openings in the United States.
Enterra Insights
MAY 27, 2021
The world has always been a risky place. Survival has been a constant historical theme. Despite all our modern inventions, we haven’t been able to eliminate risk from our lives. That’s why business professionals pay close attention to risk management.
Advertisement
Today, your entire supply chain must embrace change and accelerate digitalization. When it comes to procurement, focusing on digital transformation now can dramatically reduce costs, improve visibility and insight, and give you a significant competitive advantage.
Enterra Insights
JULY 20, 2021
For many retailers, the pandemic has been a nightmare. The staff at Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) explains, “If 2020 was a Dickens novel about consumer goods, it might be called a tale of two categories: essential and non-essential. The former saw the better of times in which the belief in their products gave consumers hope. For the latter, it was, indeed, an ‘epoch of incredulity’ with what seemed like no end.”[1]
Enterra Insights
JUNE 11, 2021
Most people are aware of the growing number of “things” connected to the Internet. Analysts from Statista report, “The total installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) connected devices worldwide is projected to amount to 30.9 billion units by 2025, a sharp jump from the 13.8
Enterra Insights
JUNE 9, 2021
Prior to the pandemic, a number of studies concluded organizations only had a short-period of time to begin their digital transformation journeys.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 10, 2021
The marketing funnel was a reliable model for over a century.
Advertiser: GEP
A new study by The Economist shows that 54% of enterprises want to rethink their supply chains. Make them more agile and resilient. How would supply chains evolve from here? And what should supply chain leaders be doing differently? Download the report today!
Enterra Insights
MAY 26, 2021
Most experts agree the COVID-19 pandemic marked a paradigm shift in the business environment. A paradigm shift means some of what has happened in the past becomes irrelevant to future activities; nevertheless, we are all tempted to look to the past.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 8, 2021
A line from the pop hit “Royals,” by New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde, reads, “We’ll never be royals, it don’t run in our blood.”
Enterra Insights
JUNE 7, 2021
“COVID-19 has catapulted us into the future,” declares Ali Amarsy, Senior Vice President of Global Product Strategy at Publicis Commerce.
Enterra Insights
MAY 19, 2021
For years supply chain consultants have urged companies to digitize their supply chains. As supply chains have lengthened and become more complex, digitization has been viewed as a way to reduce paperwork and increase visibility. Progress, however, has been both uneven and slower than desired.
Advertiser: GEP
Supply chains have weathered a lot recently: a pandemic, natural disasters, trade wars and more. The Economist and GEP surveyed 400 senior execs to find out their real business impacts. The results? Shocking, but not surprising. Read the report now.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 2, 2021
“There is a lot of hype and conjecture around the impact of emerging technology,” writes Mark Adams, regional sales director for UK and Ireland at Cohesity, “but one thing is certain: data is — and will continue to be — the key to digital business.”[1]
Enterra Insights
APRIL 22, 2021
Today marks the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, an event that reminds us we have only one planet on which we are all passengers.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 1, 2021
Although every economic sector undergoes constant change, the retail sector has probably seen more changes in a shorter period of time than most other sectors.
Enterra Insights
MAY 31, 2021
A year ago, the country remained in the early stages of Covid-19 pandemic. On Memorial Day last year, I wrote, “This Memorial Day finds us fighting a new kind of war — this time, with a virus. … In the war against the novel coronavirus, not all front-line fighters are in the military.
Advertiser: GEP
It’s 2021, and many enterprises are still reeling from the unprecedented disruption of last year. Get a leg up with the GEP Outlook 2021 Report, featuring eight critical leadership themes that will help you navigate uncertainty and thrive in the new normal.
130 
Let's personalize your content