Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Regardless of the business, today’s manufacturers are under pressure to innovate faster and gain first-mover advantages while operating under the constraints of stringent regulatory requirements and greater product complexity. Related Articles Implementing a Quality Management System QMS Continuous Improvement

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SCM Research

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Today I would like to introduce you to our new article entitled Thinking Differently About Supply Chain Resilience: What We Can Learn From Social-Ecological Systems Thinking , which is the result of an exciting collaboration with Mark Stevenson, Steven A. Melnyk, Simin Davoudi, and Lisen Schultz. Wieland, A., Stevenson, M., Melnyk, S.A.,

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Following ICON 2023 in Las Vegas, Blue Yonder’s Chief Product Office Gurdip Singh shared the key product innovation takeaways from the event during a Blue Yonder Live session. He shared his views on how to apply innovations to solve deep-rooted supply chain challenges and insights into the $1 billion investment in research and development.

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American Global Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, innovation has become a key driver of competitive advantage. This article explores the importance of innovation in supply chain management and highlights key areas where innovation can revolutionize traditional practices. Recycling and reuse lend themselves to innovation.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

Learn how businesses of all sizes can help build a more sustainable eCommerce industry, with examples of environmentally friendly brands that are leading the way. Healthway is reimagining the world as a better, safer place through innovative air purification solutions.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 19, 2013

I learned today that one of the articles I published with colleagues from the University of Tennessee, Oxford University, and Manchester University was cited for the 2013 Emerald citation of Excellence award. Authors of the winning articles receive an official certificate and logo to display on their work.

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DELMIA Quintiq

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This blog features excerpts from the Manufacturing Leadership Journal’s article, “ Leveraging Digital Twins to Accelerate the Journey to Factory of the Future. For example, on how to secure business continuity. Read the full article in the Manufacturing Leadership Journal to learn more.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Articles about how drones, autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence (AI), and optimization schemes are going to play a future logistics’ role are easy to find. ”[1] He believes all of these innovations are good things. ” E-commerce and logistics innovation. ” E-commerce and logistics innovation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 4, 2023

Today’s article comes from Erin Sun at Oracle and identifies five supply chain success factors CPG companies need to know for increased profitability. Following a path to progress A digital supply chain management platform allows CPG companies to unleash innovation and boost customer acquisition and retention.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

Customer Service: The Source of Supply Chain Innovation. In December’s issue of InBound, editor Keith Biondi cited customer service as the source for supply chain innovation. Some examples of some popular BPR tools are LEAN, Lean Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, etc. And I think that’s what Keith Biondi implied in his article.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The value of peer-to-peer learning and networking was evident at last month’s Ryder Innovate conference — “an exclusive gathering of senior leaders in transportation, logistics, and supply chain seeking strategic insight, new ideas, and thought leadership to improve their supply chain and fleet operations.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2021

Today’s article is from Blume Global and highlights why air freight forwarders must help industry increase air cargo visibility. Adversity forces innovation, especially for those resistant to change. The Pfizer vaccine, for example, needs to be transported frozen at -70°C (-94°F), which is colder than Antarctica.

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 31, 2023

Often, software robots use Artificial Intelligence algorithms, as, for example, chatbots use AI to better respond to human questions and to be able to communicate more naturally. For example, AI algorithms are used in browser searches, social media, computer engines, etc.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

This article focuses on the most relevant initiatives, the five zero (5Zs) emission initiatives contributing to decarbonizing logistics and transport to place these initiatives into the industry context and reflect on them in light of the ongoing industry discussions and developments (see figure 1). Roughly half of .

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Arkieva

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Every Manufacturer Down in Manufacturingville liked innovation a lot… Except for the Grinch, who worked north of Manufacturingville The Grinch hated innovation! The whole innovation Season! It could be that […] Don’t be a Supply Chain Innovation Grinch was first posted on December 21, 2017 at 7:48 am.

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Claritum

AUGUST 23, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. For example, roughly 97% of the Fortune 500 companies set percentage or dollar goals on supplier diversity. Drivers including opening up new markets/customer groups, investors supporting initiatives for diversity, brand awareness and to encourage increased levels of innovation in their supply chain.

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Claritum

AUGUST 23, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. For example, roughly 97% of the Fortune 500 companies set percentage or dollar goals on supplier diversity. Drivers including opening up new markets/customer groups, investors supporting initiatives for diversity, brand awareness and to encourage increased levels of innovation in their supply chain.

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RFgen

MARCH 3, 2023

In this article, we will explore the benefits of changing packaging for businesses, using the MECE framework to break down the benefits into four key categories: cost savings, enhanced product protection, improved sustainability, and enhanced customer experience.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The complexity of global supply chains – especially in organizations like GM – require hands-on relationship management of suppliers to ensure that supplier collaboration will lead to added value, and innovation. Resources spent/gains made on the road to innovation are, therefore, sustained exclusively by the internal entity.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 30, 2021

An article published by the Brookings Institution notes, “At least 60 countries have adopted some form of policy for artificial intelligence.”[2] On the other hand, the article notes: “ Work on developing global standards for AI has led to significant developments in various international bodies.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Feature Article by Dr. Raymon Krishnan – President at the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Society. This article was originally written and published for DHL in January 2020 and focused on the trade wars and how to leverage opportunities for tariff reductions. This practice is illegal. Product strategies. Reclassification.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 22, 2023

For those of you that were unable to attend, this article will provide a thorough second-hand experience of a day at this expansive exhibit. HAI Robotics , with its US headquarters in Fremont, Callfornia, is a finalist for Best Innovation of an Existing Product. Lucas Systems is a finalist in the Most Innovative IT Product category.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

In APAC, the concept of innovative-Automation has made OMRON create immense value for the manufacturing segment by solving varied issues in multifarious sectors such as automotive, food & beverage, FMCG, digital and logistics to name just a few. This scale up is in sync with the transformation being witnessed by the manufacturing world.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 2, 2024

Learn how these innovations are transforming logistics operations. An example of AI-enabled workflow optimization is traffic heat maps that you can use to identify and eliminate bottlenecks in your warehouse picking routes or putaway processes. There are five pivotal solutions and trends that are reshaping the logistics landscape.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Feature Article by Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp). A champion of green logistics, it partnered with Sembcorp to build a rooftop solar installation at their facility, Supply Chain City, at the heart of the Jurong Innovation District. The Need For Supply Chain Innovation: Why You Should Watch These Four Trends ?

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MIT Supply Chain

JULY 10, 2014

Supply chain strategies often include some sort of commitment to innovation, but if the organization is not set up to be truly innovative it’s an empty promise. And the consequences can be severe if your competitors are doing more than paying lip service to innovation. The new laminate had to be in production within 12 months.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

The Need For Supply Chain Innovation: Why You Should Watch These Four Trends ? Feature Article by Wolfgang Lehmacher – Operating Partner, Anchor Group and Dweep Chanana – Managing Partner, Anchor Group. The Need For Supply Chain Innovation: Why You Should Watch These Four Trends ?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Check out Supply Chain Innovation: The Path to Success! It is no surprise, then, that the latest technologies are the cornerstone of business innovations for the foreseeable future. Of all of the innovations mentioned in this article, Industry 4.0 The post Examining Industry Innovations for 2019 and Beyond!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

In a classic literature on innovation, The Innovator’s Solution (ref 1), Clayton Christensen proposes that it is “the absence of conscious, trustworthy theories of cause and effect” that makes success seem random. In the Harvard Business Review article entitled What Is the Right Supply Chain for Your Product?,

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2022

Of course, we subsequently share interesting insights in Logistics Viewpoints articles. DHL Innovation Funnel. Brian provided me with insights into some specific warehouse automation and robotics examples. My colleagues and I often have the opportunity to discuss initiatives such as this with company executives.

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PINC

JANUARY 22, 2020

Matt Yearling’s articles ranked on both Logistics Viewpoints’ and Talking Logistics’ most-read article lists for 2019. . Here’s a synopsis of his most-read articles for the year and the evergreen insights that he shared with readers: Excess Inventory? No Problem. You Have Trailers in The Yard. Talking Logistics).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 16, 2022

Innovation is essential for many companies in order to remain competitive. It is no different for metal companies; in fact: the importance of continuous innovation and metal processing technologies is growing. For example, customers increasingly need smaller batch sizes of end products. What is Fabrication Automation?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Applying innovation to supply chains, combines innovative technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), analytics, and robotics to supply chain management to improve performance and meet customer demands. As Industry 4.0 Here are some important technologies for the digitization of the supply chain. Internet of Things (IoT).

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Kinaxis

JANUARY 22, 2015

by Melissa Clow Our partner Celestica recently published the following article, ‘How to Turn Your Supply Chain into an Innovation Engine’. The author, Erwin Hermans, vice president of supply chain services, describes the areas to consider when turning your supply chain into an innovation engine: An Enabler for New Business Models.

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SCM Research

APRIL 2, 2024

In our new Notes & Debates article in the Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management , Theory as an Engine: Illuminating “White Space” of the SCM System of Knowledge Production , we (with Dane Pflueger and Christopher S. This could enrich the body of SCM knowledge and enable innovative and practical developments in the discipline.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the alliance model in the shipping industry, compare the solo strategy versus alliance strategy, and provide tips on how shippers can prepare for market swings. In this article we will focus on another key development in the shipping industry: Global Shipping Alliances (GSAs).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 6, 2021

Today’s article is from Kinaxis and explores the TikTok Effect. Thanks to demand planning innovations, supply chain planners are detecting potential demand spikes before they become global phenomena – even when that data comes from outside sources, like TikTok or Google Trends. To read the full article, click HERE.

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