Enterra Insights

AUGUST 8, 2023

”[2] According to McKinsey & Company analysts, there are six recognized world breadbaskets: Brazil/Argentina, United States/Canada, Northwestern Europe, Northern India, China/Southeast Asia, and Russia/Ukraine.[3] Our problem is not that we lack the resources or know-how to relieve these unbearable pressures. 5] Thomas S.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 13, 2020

Many supply chain, sourcing & procurement teams have been asked to row upstream without a paddle during this time of crisis. Many trusted sources accredit global GDP growth during the last 15–20 years, widely to the spread of globalization. This raises the question…. Is COVID19 the death of Global Supply Chains?

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 27, 2021

A lot of uncertainty remains about Canada’s new requirement for truck drivers to use an electronic logging device (ELD). Here are answers to the questions you might have about the impact of the Canada ELD mandate, how to prepare, and the benefits of capturing more electronic data about your freight.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 13, 2017

A quick Google search on supply chain delivery failures reveals many similar stories: Bombardier Inc’s problems go far beyond planes: How a failure to deliver streetcars on time has ripple effects across Canada. VW faces production delays amid dispute. £58 58 million: the real cost of supply chain disruption in the UK.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 10, 2014

The forum was an opportunity to share insights on the oil and gas business in North America, communicate issues and challenges that exist, and create an opportunity to exchange ideas on how to address them. You’ve probably heard about the Marcellus and Utica shale plays in nearby Pennsylvania and Ohio. We’re also seeing growth from the U.S.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2021

You can read how to be a good negotiator but there is no substitution for being involved, in the trenches and actually negotiating or shadowing someone who has the experience you are looking to gain. That’s how you really progress. Danny Wang, VP Sourcing and Procurement at Canada Goose. Focus on doing the right things.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 5, 2020

You’ve probably heard a lot about Shopify and how it’s one of the best platforms for ecommerce businesses of all sizes. And how easy is it to get started? In this guide, you’ll learn how Shopify works, how to start selling on Shopify, and how to grow your online business. Source your products.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 12, 2022

borders with Canada and Mexico by all modes of transportation was valued at $112.5 The State of the National Supply Chain and How Small Errors Cause Big Problems. These errors alone can merit the need to outsource freight auditing in order to better discover the source of consistent paperwork errors and minimize them in the future.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 28, 2018

relationship with NAFTA countries Canada and Mexico is increasingly tense. How is this impacting smaller businesses? This means investing in international markets and sourcing from international locations. It requires substantially less documentation and processing cost to ship a $700 product from Canada to the U.S.

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Logility

JUNE 8, 2021

During the quarter, SaaS subscription and/or software license agreements were signed with customers located in the following 9 countries/territories: Brazil, Canada, France, Mexico, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Sweden, United Kingdom, and United States. GOJO Industries, Inc., Hasbro, Inc., Petrobras Distribuidor S.A, and Vitalus Nutrition, Inc.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 26, 2014

During a Super-Session at JDA’s FOCUS 2014 in Las Vegas, five leading retail executives discussed how assortment planning is critical to addressing the challenges posed by today’s empowered consumers. This panel, which I was privileged to moderate, included: Linda Canada, SVP of merchandise planning, allocation & operations, DSW.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Any expanding business is today likely to receive sales orders from a range of sources, from over the phone, to email, via a presence on online platforms such as Shopify or Amazon, via channel partnerships and from salespeople on the road. Target Canada. Problems that cloud-based supply chain management software solves.

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Oracle SCM

OCTOBER 16, 2019

To put that into perspective, the global trade in fake goods is equivalent to the entire GDP of Canada! It can expose companies to huge liabilities , and it’s also a well-known source of funding for organized crime and terrorist organizations. Supply chain fraud is not a victimless crime. Product characteristics. Serialization.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 8, 2020

Companies have realized that big data allows them unparalleled insight into the best ways to source raw materials and products, and the best ways to move those products to consumers – and Supply Chain Management has become a key strategic differentiator in a number of industries. They’re at the forefront of this future-focused work.”.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

The Summit will focus on showcasing success stories in public procurement, thought leadership sessions on how to maximize value and technological innovations that will transform the ability of procurement leaders to deliver value to their constituents. A case study on how Shared Services Canada is transforming federal procurement in Canada.

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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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Zipline Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

That is especially true for parts of the Northeast, upper Midwest, Rocky Mountains, and Canada. Zipline Logistics can help you source reliable capacity for nationwide temperature-controlled shipping across all modes—full truckload, LTL, and rail. Reach out to discuss how we can keep your orders moving this winter.

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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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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Now that you better understand how to calculate the billable weight and when it’s used, you can optimize your shipping strategy by reducing costs. The post Billable Weight Explained: How to Reduce Future Shipping Costs appeared first on ShipBob. 3 ways you can reduce shipping costs (+ better packaging options).

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ShipBob

AUGUST 24, 2023

Unfortunately, since your data typically comes from multiple sources, it’s easy for the information to be either incomplete or inaccurate. Supply and product quality complaints There are a lot of risks that can occur during product sourcing. It also means you might be unable to source enough inventory on time to meet consumer demand.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

However, measures such as alternative factories, dual sourcing and more generous safety stocks go against the well-versed philosophy of lean supply chains that has prevailed in recent decades,” he says. Multi-Sourcing. How to mitigate disruption. Inventory and Capacity Buffers. Ecosystem Partnerships.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2018

It’s the reason why more than 300 people attended this year’s Shipper Symposium: to learn about the trends shaping the industry and to discuss how to rewrite the rules for success moving forward. Transplace TMS Screenshots (source: Transplace).

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

A lot of car makers still don’t realize how important logistics is. They don’t see it as an enabler of global manufacturing and sourcing, or as a way of increasing customer loyalty through great service. It’s all about how to reduce cost at this moment in time in logistics. In North America it’s linking with Canada and Mexico.

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EcoVadis

MAY 21, 2014

I believe these issues occur not because buying companies are acting in their own self-interests, but because understanding is still lacking on how to make sustainable monitoring really effective. Do supply management and global sourcing matter for firm sustainability performance? Available at: [link]. Surawiecki, J.,

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Requis

MAY 22, 2020

He is a consultant to Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies, and a speaker with focus on the fields of strategic sourcing, supply market intelligence, and supplier development. In the 1990s, purchasing managers were focusing on how to beat up their suppliers in order to buy cheaper. Highlights from the conversation.

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

How to Choose a 3PL for Your Ecommerce Business. Discover how to find the best mutual fit for your business. ShipBob has multiple fulfillment centers in the US, one in Canada, one in the EU, and one in the UK.*. Download the Guide. 5 supply chain technology trends to look out for. brand mentions). . Higher order accuracy rates.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Source: Grainger Q1 2017 Earnings Call ). In fact, according to the Rainer Strack TED Talk, “ The Workforce Crisis of 2030 – and how to start solving it now ,” most of the top GDP countries will face a critical workforce shortage by 2030, including countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and Japan. Data is Money.

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ShipBob

MAY 21, 2020

Many of them couldn’t keep up with demand and were forced to work overtime or had to source products from other manufacturers to keep up with consumer demand. We help thousands of recession-proof businesses and operate a growing fulfillment center network across the US, as well as Canada and Europe.

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ShipBob

JUNE 7, 2021

Freight movement is the fastest-growing source of greenhouse gas emissions with last-mile freight a major contributor to local air pollution. The modern consumer is purpose-driven, and they choose brands based on how well they align with their personal values. Last-mile delivery growth will increase carbon emissions by 30% by 2030.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Source: Grainger Q1 2017 Earnings Call ). In fact, according to the Rainer Strack TED Talk, “ The Workforce Crisis of 2030 – and how to start solving it now ,” most of the top GDP countries will face a critical workforce shortage by 2030, including countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and Japan. Data is Money.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 27, 2022

Shippers need to understand these fees, also available in full detail here , and how they emphasize the value of a single source of truth for shipping data. The new UPS fees replace peak and demand surcharges on shipments from the APAC region to Canada and the U.S. Canada Domestic UPS Standard®, UPS Standard to the U.S.,

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 27, 2022

Shippers need to understand these fees, also available in full detail here , and how they emphasize the value of a single source of truth for shipping data. . The new UPS fees replace peak and demand surcharges on shipments from the APAC region to Canada and the U.S. Canada Domestic UPS Standard®, UPS Standard to the U.S.,

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RELEX Solutions

JANUARY 5, 2017

Source: Bloomberg. Walmart Delivers an Improved Customer Experience for Their Weekly Shopping Needs Rick Neuman, CIO and EVP eCommerce at Walmart Canada Sunday 15.1. NRF President and CEO Opening Remarks: The State of NRF and the Retail Industry Matthew Shay, CEO at National Retail Federation Mon 16.1 Other blog posts.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Strategic National Stockpiles and Sourcing for the National Interest! There are guidelines issued by the World Health Organization on how to make and wear masks. Sourcing Masks. In Canada for instance there was no manufacturing of medical masks within the country. No single sourcing. And no domestic sourcing only.

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Freightera

APRIL 13, 2018

PALLET SHIPPING 101: HOW TO PACK, PALLETIZE & PREPARE YOUR FREIGHT FOR SHIPPING. PALLET SHIPPING RATES IN CANADA. Bulky and harder to transport. carolinacrate.com/skids/. ZfmO435SuZs. thebalance.com/what-is-a-skid-2877861. allsizepallets.com/blog/wood-pallets-skids-and-crates-whats-the-difference.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 12, 2022

Read till the end to find tips on how to execute these trends and boost ROI. Discover how inventory optimization software powered by AI and machine learning helps you optimize your future stock mix and model uncertainty into your forecast –ensuring you can deliver great customer service and maximize margins across channels.

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Requis

MARCH 23, 2021

The pressure to be more sustainable also comes from outside sources like governments, banks and customers. We’ve taken a very significant chunk of it already and now we have to be careful with how we continue to use the world’s resources. People like myself and many of the younger people too. In our capitalist society money talks.

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