BlueYonder

JUNE 3, 2021

Our recently launched 2021 Logistics Executive Survey aims to seek out the “New Normal of Logistics.” The survey tracks the pulse of the market as logistics operations are emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic to periods of adjustments, redefinition, and eventually a new equilibrium. This in turn effects how companies behave.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

But what do these terms mean for the logistics industry? At Blue Yonder, we believe every logistics stakeholder should be excited about advanced technologies like AI. So, let’s take a few minutes to define some of the most common terms related to managing logistics via advanced technology. What exactly is a data cloud?

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BlueYonder

MARCH 7, 2025

Conversely, disruptions are also evident; for instance, another company, which manufactures large machines for constructing concrete curbs, highway barriers and sidewalks, faces logistical challenges. They are urgently seeking solutions to expedite the shipment of two such machines to Canada in the coming weeks.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This blog has been adapted from a talk given at the Leaders in Logistics: Last Mile event. In logistics, this principle of reducing uncertainty is still underutilized. For example, a retailer might order excess stock to avoid running out, or a logistics provider might add extra lead time to compensate for unknown delays.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 26, 2020

Recent studies have shown that transportation is the single largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. The realities of today’s complex global marketplace make fulfilling sustainability objectives anything but simple as companies navigate fulfillment, transportation and logistics challenges. In 2007, the U.S.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 17, 2025

Based on an increasingly omni-channel world, these systems are challenged to handle the combination of downstream demand variability, upstream supplier variability, and the risk that comes with leveraging global sourcing and supply chain strategies. The enterprise can work closely and in real-time with all parties in its ecosystem.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 6, 2023

” – Sir Winston Churchill Having just returned from the 2023 Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference in Detroit, these words are very fitting to encapsulate the essence of the event. “Never let a good crisis go to waste.” Short-term visibility at the Purchase Order/ASN level is insufficient.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 10, 2024

As they ingest real-time data from across the end-to-end supply chain, as well as external sources, APS solutions create a single version of the truth that is shared across all functions. Real-time visibility, to support real-time planning One of the most powerful features APS solutions offer is real-time visibility and awareness.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 23, 2025

Only advanced TMS solutions, enhanced by AI, can effectively model, anticipate and prevent disruptions, enabling seamless navigation of the complexities in modern logistics. It gathers data from across the supply chain, as well as external sources, to identify potential delay-causing events at the earliest opportunity.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). Below are 5 disruptions shaping the digital transformation in distribution and logistics. Digital Transformations in the Manufacturing and Retail Industries.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 5, 2018

Source: The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report: Overcoming Barriers to NextGen Supply Chain Innovation. Source: The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report: Overcoming Barriers to NextGen Supply Chain Innovation. Hyperledger is an open source collaborative initiative to advance cross-industry Blockchain frameworks.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2021

This creates many challenges for retailers and manufacturers who either fulfill orders themselves or contract with third-party logistics (3PLs) partners to perform these services. Read the Unified Logistics eBook. Read the Unified Logistics eBook. In an upcoming LinkedIn Live session on Sept. 14, 2021, 4 p.m.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Many virtual attendees were also present, with representatives from across logistics, procurement, manufacturing, IT and sustainability not only learning from the esteemed speakers presenting, but also sharing their expertise and experiences.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 20, 2024

Blue Yonder customers’ logistics and supply chain operations across the manufacturing, retail, and logistics service provider (LSP) industries are undergoing significant changes. Source: IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of ICT suppliers in a given market.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 1, 2025

Enhanced Capabilities through Strategic Acquisitions Our transportation management solutions offer end-to-end global transportation management, complemented by logistics solutions such as Warehouse Management and Yard Management solutions. Johnny Ivanyi, Global Head of Logistics Operational Excellence, Bayer.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 18, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic changed just about every facet of our personal and professional lives, but its impact has been especially dramatic for logistics professionals. Remember the days when you would tell new acquaintances that you worked in logistics — and they weren’t really sure what that meant? They are purely objective.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 25, 2024

Blue Yonder is honored by this recognition, which we share with the hundreds of logistics teams worldwide who rely on our Blue Yonder Transportation Management solutions, including Kimberly-Clark , Anheuser-Busch , Bayer Crop Science , Mitr Phol Sugar , and recent Blue Yonder ICONic Award winner Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC / CONA Services LLC.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

This initiative is central to enhancing the management and efficiency of its logistics operations throughout Europe. Carlsberg has also introduced electric trucks and established a specialized transportation control tower in Poznan, Poland. A prospect to raise a glass to.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 18, 2025

Beyond visibility: Turning awareness into action Traditional control towers often focused on execution functions such as logistics, order management and manufacturing. Learning recommendation engines generate possible responses or feed back into source systems.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 9, 2018

New practices have been proven by leading distribution and logistics providers that can reduce payroll costs by at least 5 percent, while increasing productivity and improving employee retention (source: JDA Value Engineering). There’s a fierce competition for available skills around the world, yet a big workforce shortage.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 12, 2024

While some reports say short-term consumer confidence is up , other sources say consumers are worried in the longer term about the impact of potential new tariffs. Our tightly integrated solutions allow customer teams across merchandising, logistics and operations to work in harmony pursuing the same objectives and informed by the same data.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The fundamental aspects of flow paths, lead times, constraints, execution capacity – be it in the warehouse or in the logistics center – are all unknown. Think of yourself as a Logistics Service Provider that is serving customers in many industries.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

owning and operating 10 or fewer trucks (source: American Trucking Associations (ATA) Economic Update). With over 3,000 Logistics Provider (3PLs), retailer and manufacturing customers worldwide, Blue Yonder knows the value of drivers to not our global economy, but to the goods we use ourselves.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 22, 2021

This means capacity collaboration, sharing market forecasts, operating data, logistics insights and other critical information via a shared platform of supply chain solutions. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

million and a land area of nearly 4,500 square miles — about half the size of New Jersey — Qatar is about to become an epicenter of global logistics. If this sounds nearly impossible, consider that it’s only part of the supply chain, logistics and commerce challenge associated with the World Cup. With a population of just 2.9

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This methodology proves too slow to adjust to large volumes of supply chain exceptions where planners lack confidence in their plans efficacy from a logistics perspective, and transportation users do not have visibility of their adjustments impact on inventory and capacity.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 23, 2025

Our robust and innovative solutions cater to large enterprises across diverse industries, including retailers, manufacturers and logistics services providers. Geographic and Industry Reach Blue Yonder’s Supply Chain Planning Solution stands out due to its strategic acquisitions and expansive global and industry reach.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Seedcom Logistics implemented Blue Yonder Warehouse Management to streamline their processes and optimize inventory management. Sources: Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions, Pia Orup Lund, Tim Payne, et al., and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or its affiliates and are used herein with permission.

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BlueYonder

MAY 29, 2025

Most car and truck manufacturers in partnership with their battery suppliers use a make-to-stock, supply-driven approach for producing and sourcing EV batteries, based on the availability of scarce materials like lithium, nickel, manganese and cobalt.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Drought conditions at the Panama Canal are not a good match for its high water demands; it takes at least 50 million gallons of water , with some sources citing much more, to move a single ship through the 51-mile waterway. Under normal operating conditions, the Panama Canal handles 36 to 38 ships per day. But that’s just the beginning.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 21, 2021

This blog is based on an article that recently ran in the Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Procurement, “ Supply chain agility: An imperative in an unpredictable world.”. In part 1 of the Agility and Resilience in Supply Chain Execution series , we discussed the secret of achieving these very important aspects.

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BlueYonder

MAY 13, 2025

Our solutions streamline logistics processes, resulting in improved productivity and reduced operational costs game-changers for distribution networks. As noted by Nigel Rouch, SVP of Technology Europe, XPO Logistics, Weve seen unparalleled improvements in stock accuracy and productivity using Blue Yonder.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 6, 2024

As a result, inventory levels increase, the potential for meeting patient demand decreases, logistics costs balloon due to the need for expedites, and write-offs increase. On the supplier side, it often becomes necessary to single source, as components may be specialized and only made by one supplier.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 13, 2025

Legacy IT systems, which were not designed for real-time data sharing, force production, procurement and logistics to run on separate, disconnected systems. Aligned data, greater visibility and shared metrics help supply chains across retail, manufacturing and logistics eliminate silos and improve efficiency.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 10, 2021

Customer centricity, e-commerce, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C), and the risk of financial peril are propelling shippers (manufacturers and retailers) and logistics service providers (LSPs) to digitally transform. What are the biggest supply chain execution/logistics challenges facing shippers and LSPs? Technology and Innovation.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2020

During this video blog, I will focus on the current state of the market and the headlines we see through news outlets, social media and other sources. As I reflect on these unprecedented times, I wanted to provide a point of view on the direction of category management now and in the future. Finally, think about our supply chain.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 5, 2018

Source: The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report: Overcoming Barriers to NextGen Supply Chain Innovation. Source: The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report: Overcoming Barriers to NextGen Supply Chain Innovation. Hyperledger is an open source collaborative initiative to advance cross-industry Blockchain frameworks.

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