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Reflections, Thank-you(s) and Rethinking the Future

Supply Chain Shaman

Analytics (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Cognitive Computing). Our current technologies built on relational databases– like Advanced Planning (APS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)– are not equal to the test. In my opinion, the focus should have been on agility and the redefinition of analytics.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

more near-shoring and larger, less frequent shipments to minimize transportation costs). How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? The Rebirth of Transportation Marketplaces (UberCARGO, Cargomatic, and Freight Friend). Of course, what happens in the U.S.

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Logistics Service Providers (LSP): 3PL vs 4PL vs 5PL

SCMDOJO

In this effort, Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) are essential because they provide a variety of supply chain management solutions that simplify warehouse operations, order processing, and transportation. A 2PL company will be based on equity, meaning that they will own the transportation vehicles.