Enterra Insights

JANUARY 11, 2024

With supply chain ecosystems becoming ever more complex, human operators need the right automation and cognitive decision support capabilities to gain visibility and control — to improve quality and speed of decision-making.” Sourcing decisions will be based more upon resilience, rather than merely minimizing costs.

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Logility

APRIL 30, 2020

Many experts believe it to be the seminal book on CSR. CSR opportunities can be found across the entire supply chain in many different forms, including vendor compliance, quality management and sustainability as a whole. Quality management is another CSR factor that can be strongly influenced through supply chain initiatives.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 31, 2023

However, rising commodity prices are putting pressure on manufacturers to find ways to reduce costs while maintaining quality, as raising product prices could lead to a loss of customers. For example, some companies have implemented sustainable packaging solutions that use biodegradable materials to reduce their environmental impact.

Sourcing Strategies 156

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EC Sourcing Group

JULY 20, 2023

The energy sector faces several unique procurement challenges, such as complex supply chains, volatile commodity prices, strict regulatory requirements, and the need for sustainable and socially responsible sourcing. Book a demo with us today to see firsthand how Simfoni’s best in class solution can supercharge your procurement function!

Optimal Sourcing 52

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EMERGE App

JULY 11, 2018

Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! You need to source for products to sell at wholesale prices to your retail customers. Pricing, quality and variety are important considerations. Introduction. Watch Your Geography.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

This proactive approach not only streamlines the sourcing process but also increases the likelihood of finding the right transportation service providers who can meet specific needs and expectations. Freight Procurement The actual Freight Procurement Stage is the heart of the transportation service sourcing process for shippers.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 25, 2023

Embracing and adapting to technology changes enables him to produce high-quality results that solve business needs. Tai’s TMS provides freight brokers with an all-in-one platform for quoting, booking, and tracking shipments. He has a passion for technology and continuous learning.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 25, 2024

Significant Management Leadership Shakeup According to published reports from both Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal this morning, Boeing is undergoing senior management leadership changes in the wake of the ongoing production quality corporate and other challenges that have tarnished this aircraft maker.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

In this blog, I review the new book “Sustainable Luxury” by Gardetti and Torres. This books brings together a series of thought pieces, empirical research studies, and theoretical arguments that provide a broad platform for thinking about sustainable luxury. Luxury, sustainability, and consumption.

Sustainability 68

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Parade

JANUARY 27, 2022

For a freight brokerage powered by Parade, the alliance with AI Fleet enables a broker to communicate, bid, and directly book full truckloads quickly. “We Parade connects us with high-quality brokers. Integrating AI Fleet with Parade enables us to book freight without friction.”. Visit us online at ,Parade.ai.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Construction Is Lagging In Digitization LET’S GET UNSTUCK ,” a research e-book produced by Adelante SCM and published by Command Alkon (a Talking Logistics sponsor). Source: CIO ). What is so new about digital transformation?

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Requis

OCTOBER 30, 2020

He provides a wide array of educational content for supply chain practitioners, including the Supply Chain Secrets channel on YouTube and a number of books, including his latest, Supply Chain Secrets. Sourcing has probably been the biggest thing over the last decade or two, coupled with that reduction in local manufacturing of course.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

The two most significant factors were a rise in time between the booking to gate in at the port, up 43%, and the ocean transit time, up 36%. Source E2open Shipping Index). We started the conversation with sourcing. Set up go-fund me sourcing for internal projects and allow teams to test and learn in divisional settings.

Procurement Analytics 219

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The two most significant factors were a rise in time between the booking to gate in at the port, up 43%, and the ocean transit time, up 36%. Source E2open Shipping Index). We started the conversation with sourcing. Set up go-fund me sourcing for internal projects and allow teams to test and learn in divisional settings.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

According to my research, top-performing supply chains possess three very different qualities. A supply chain that produces products at the same cost, quality and customer service given the level of demand and supply volatility. For more on this topic, read the book Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. Responsive.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2017

We’re also seeing an explosion of data sources, everything from mobile devices to sensors. Of course, the problem with more data is that you might end up with more poor quality data , which I view as the Achilles’ heel of supply chain visibility. Are there better ways for companies to manage and improve data quality?

Supply Chain Visibility 101

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Your supplier may charge you an agreed-upon price, but if the service is unmarked or the merchandise is of poor quality, you won’t be able to meet your savings goals. Most companies rely on on-time delivery, price reduction, and quality service from suppliers to make more profit. How is it possible?

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 27, 2022

Image source: APA. For example, as of March 2022, 81% of Americans say the supply chain is a significant source of stress. Image source. Image source: APA. The following experts share eight sources of stress at work. And plenty of us are feeling that stress at work. In…and out…there you go!)

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Consequently, the nation emerged as the top-ranked Arab country, securing 23rd position worldwide for food safety and quality in 2022. Organisations are taking the lead in establishing advanced infrastructure for storing and distributing locally and internationally sourced food supplies to different markets.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Intelligent IBP effectively combines human and machine strengths with good decision practices to consistently make timely, high-quality, horizon agnostic business decisions. We will decide and response faster in our supply chain and make higher quality operational and strategic decisions.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Poor Data Quality, Scattered Tech Landscapes, Lacking Leadership Approval/Budgets. To paraphrase a question posed in a chat panel at DPW 2021 last week by Susan Walsh — The Classification Guru, ‘Can Digital Transformation take place in Procurement with poor data quality?’. Data quality is pivotal. Dirty Little Secret #2–4.

Optimal Sourcing 89

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Silvon Software

AUGUST 8, 2022

Supply chains also have the added complexity of numerous other data sources being generated from extended partners in outsourcing, logistics, and distribution. Let’s take product quality as an example. Collectively, such data can provide a multi-dimensional picture of the drivers behind quality outcomes.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2023

In all cases, it is about managing Earth’s scarce resources so that in principle, countless future generations can enjoy life on our planet with the same quality as we can. Using the right weight for the mentioned KPIs, the planning application will suggest to source the slab from the European supplier.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

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Logility

AUGUST 5, 2021

For F&B companies, the quality of their enterprise S&OP process dictates their ability to react flexibly to near- and long-term change. This approach satisfies market demand profitably through dynamic materials sourcing, optimized production and manufacturing plans, and reduced distribution costs and lead times.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 31, 2022

This can be done by taking classes, practicing skills, regularly such as programming in JavaScript , and reading books and articles. There are too many sources that can distract you from getting work done (phones ringing, people coming into your office, social media sites), so we need to get rid of those distractions all at once.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Effective logistics management is all about place and time utility and getting the right product, at the right time, to the right place in the right quantity and in the right quality. The list is resources an enterprise can avail itself of is ever-growing and evolving.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Procurement, activities such as strategic sourcing, are one of the main processes in the supply chains that can generate a positive impact on companies by giving them a competitive advantage in the market. Strategic sourcing can help supply chain leaders identify potential risk factors and develop procurement mitigation plans.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2018

“Now there are new technologies that enable us to collect data in real time from sources such as the Internet of Things and smart devices through B2B networks. The biggest stumbling block for supply chain visibility in the past was data quality. Cindi states that data quality requires data to be available, usable, timely, and accurate.

Supply Chain Visibility 101

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2023

The first use case is MIT professor Yossi Sheffi’s idea for using generative AI to monitor all possible sources of risk for a given supplier to mitigate any disruptions. While there is endless speculation, from my reading two supply chain-specific opportunities intrigued me. The pace is moving so quickly that no one can possibly keep up.

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Unleashed

MARCH 19, 2024

“After studying business and managing teams for 10 years, I try my very best to avoid cliche business books. To relax, I read Adam Gnade : he’s a modern day John Steinbeck out of San Diego and living on a farm in Kansas. His work is poetic, beautiful, harsh, and sometimes crass. Always full of perspective.”

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 2, 2016

The models and prerequisite leadership qualities are very different. Open source needs maintenance. With the evolution of open source software, be sure that the solution that you are purchasing can be maintained and evolved over time. When there is a change in leadership, be suspicious. Trust, but verify the direction over time.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 31, 2016

What is the best business statistics book in the age of big data? In this article, we will show you 7 business statistics books CEOs think you should read. Background Statistical thinking as in total quality management and six sigma has been around for quite some time. Finally, we make a final cut of business statistics book.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

I have taken myself off the road to write the book Metrics That Matter. Let me just state for the record that “Saying that you are going to write a book, is far more exciting than writing one.” Writing the book is helping me to get perspective. Product quality issues. It is tedious. Check out Figure 1.

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NC State SCRC

AUGUST 18, 2022

Initially, we expect to see many procurement applications of AI in spend analysis, accounts payable, and source to pay applications, but this will become more important as we observe AI applications in areas such as supply risk management, buyer-seller relationships (including email exchanges), and improved supply base management.

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DynaSys

JANUARY 29, 2019

Earth, 21st Century; books are only read by old wise scholars, classrooms are gradually becoming obsolete, textbooks have been replaced by tablets, and I don’t even want to mention libraries…. Newer generations are accustomed to learning from videos rather than books.

Buyer Training 75

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Book Now Let’s talk about your warehouse layout! Book your free consultation. However, considering those events, the company did adjust its procurement strategy, increasing engagement with alternative sources of supply. Book Now Ready to review and improve your inventory management? Book a free consulting call now.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 2, 2019

Which sources of knowledge do you use the most to stay informed of supply chain industry trends? The old ways of learning are unable to keep up with our rapidly changing world,” state Douglas Thomas and John Seely Brown in their book “ A New Culture of Learning.”. Trust is also key, as a 3PL becomes an extension of the organization.”

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