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Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Predictive Analytics in the Supply Chain

Kuebix

The world of transportation and logistics management looks completely different than it did even 50 years ago. Gone are the days of pen and paper and jotting down haphazard notes when on the telephone with a carrier booking freight. With the advent of advanced cloud-based transportation management systems, there […].

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Supply Chain Analytics: Benefits, Challenges & Architecture

SCMDOJO

Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! By harnessing the power of data and analytics, companies can uncover valuable insights into their supply chain processes, pinpoint areas in need of improvement, and make informed decisions that can boost their bottom line. Key Takeaways What is Supply Chain Analytics?

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5 Outstanding Transport & Logistics Book for Managers

Supply Chain Opz

Are you a transportation and logistics professional who are looking for inspiring ideas to improve the operations? This article will show you 5 amazing logistics books that provide the information you can really use. Background Previously we published the article named " 10 Greatest Supply Chain Management Books of All Time ".

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[PODCAST] Why Supply Chain Executives are Paying More Attention to Transportation Management

GlobalTranz

On today’s episode we share a guest podcast from our friends over at Marketscale featuring our very own “The Freight Project Podcast” host, Marketing Manager, Adam Robinson regarding how more supply chain executives are getting involved in transportation management to reduce costs and overall effectiveness. Download E-Book.

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How Analytics Can Help Shippers Combat Rising Intermodal Transportation Costs

Savi

Intermodal Transportation Landscape In a 2017 American Shipper Report on global sourcing, 58% of shippers indicated that their biggest concern today is rising intermodal transportation costs. These numbers signal a robust year for the transportation sector and the economy in general. percent increase in volume and a 17.3

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When the Rubber Hits the Road

Supply Chain Shaman

Last week, after booking an additional $1B in unexpected supplier costs in the third quarter, the CFO led the company’s focus on restructuring to “support efficient and reliable sourcing of components and internal development of key technologies and capabilities.” COVID impacts also continue. Don’t Be Like Ford.

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The Role of Emerging Technologies in Managed Transportation Services

Talking Logistics

When I ask shippers what they look for in a logistics or transportation management partner, technology capabilities — and the data and insights those technologies provide — is always near the top of the list. What impact are these technologies having on transportation managed services? Build vs. buy.