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[e-Book] The Most Impactful Supply Chain & Logistics Trends in 2017

GlobalTranz

“The problem with trends is that they are like a freight train gaining speed; everyone can see the train, but at what point do you say the train is really moving at speed?” – Steve Banker from a recent Forbes article. Finally, we include trends you will see in manufacturing and manufacturing technology.

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The Top 5 Manufacturing Blogs of 2016 …So Far

GlobalTranz

We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Today's post will cover the top 5 manufacturing blogs from 2016 so far. Top Manufacturing Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far. 6 Manufacturing Trends to Watch Out for in 2016.

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Towards Successful Digital Transformation – Separating the hype from reality

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Futuristic road transportation technology with digital data transfer graphic showing concept of traffic big data analytic and internet of things. With economies on the bounce-back, logistics continues to be the backbone of modern society and with the need for a lean freight sector. Dr. Shereen Nassar.

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Please Tell Me HOW

Supply Chain Shaman

For more on these differences, reference the book that I co-authored, Bricks Matter. For more on this reference the book by Mike Gilliland, The Business Forecasting Deal. . Analyze opportunities to pool outbound freight with other manufacturers. Plan for the Internet of Things. Establish a True North.

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Top 20: The Ultimate Logistics Technology Roundup

Freightos

Faster service, great capacity usage and direct connectivity with freight companies means better access to service providers. Freight Marketplaces : Cargomatic is a prime example of the rebirth of freight marketplaces. Internet of Things : What is your forklift saying to you? ZDnet , @talk19 ]. The next step?

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Supply Chain Predictions!

Supply Chain Game Changer

In the book, The Living Supply Chain , the authors argue that, “Speeding up the supply chain is at the root of everything that is good: improved revenue, reduced working capital, higher profitability, and less obsolete inventory. SCM #SupplyChain #Business #Leadership #Logistics #Distribution #ECommerce #Retail #Freight #TMS.

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Staying Ahead of Supply Chain Paradigms – LogiSYM September 2020

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

But alternative models are emerging, including distributed manufacturing enabled by robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D-printing, distributed intelligence brought about by the internet of things and distributed labor enabled by the internet and mobile devices. Companies can clearly make a dent.