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The Big Sigh

Supply Chain Shaman

I hopped on the plane in Baltimore on my way to Atlanta last week. As we circled Atlanta, I woke up and started a obligatory conversation with my neighbor. What brings you to Atlanta?” ” I smiled, and responded, “I know a little about supply chain. I started with, “Tell me about you.

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Employee Spotlight: Jamil, Operations Intern

Stord

I was first introduced to the complex world of logistics and supply chain in one of my freshman courses at the University of Pennsylvania. I love exploring the city of Atlanta -- I’m always trying to find new places to see and new restaurants to try. What do you like to do when you aren’t working?

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CSCMP 2011 Recap: The Synergy Supply Chain of the Future

Supply Chain Network

My first CSCMP Annual Conference was in 1989 and I always try to get there every year to catch up with all my logistics and supply chain friends! New of course, in it’s second year, is The CSCMP Supply Chain of the Future exhibition. As with every year, there are opportunities to learn new things and meet new people.

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Warehouses are the next HOT investment triggered by the digital transformation of the supply chain

NC State SCRC

This is a perfect example of how the physics of supply chains, which are often overlooked, are fundamental to understanding and enabling the “digital transformation” that is discussed so often in the press. billion on the shift towards e-commerce. Online shopping in the U.S. is climbing. Several key points emerge here.

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Top 10 Cities for eCommerce Fulfillment

FLEXE

Atlanta, Georgia. Allentown, Pennsylvania. Indianapolis, Indiana: Indianapolis is a staple in supply chain operations because of its central location and proximity to Chicago. These centers tend to be located near centralized population hubs, large airports, and seaports. Seattle, Washington. Los Angeles, California.