Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2023

Infor is one example of a supplier that offers both advanced visibility and supply chain planning. Supply chain practitioners are beginning to understand the same is true for supply chain planning (SCP) and multi-enterprise supply chain network solutions. It is just visualized differently.

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Supply chain analytics combines powerful algorithms, data, and the latest technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to address the most elusive challenges in the supply chain right now – visibility and control. By 2032, the supply chain analytics market is expected to reach USD 38.78

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Enterra Insights

JULY 18, 2019

Many analysts believe the future of retail rests on the shoulders of omnichannel operations powered by artificial intelligence (AI). James D’Arezzo, CEO of Condusiv Technologies, writes, “Any retailer that wants to be competitive knows it must offer a seamless omnichannel experience to its customers.”[1]

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Unleashed

APRIL 2, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news Insights from an ecommerce niche-market pioneer Tips for reducing transportation costs Job opportunities from Sony, Patagonia, and more In supply chain headlines Food & Beverage sector sees continued growth and innovation. The F&B industry added 1.4

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

Combined with omnichannel offerings like buy online pick up in store (BOPIS) and curbside pickup, two-hour and same-day delivery round out a suite of order fulfillment services even Amazon cannot match. Gig economy fulfillment setting retailers apart. Walgreens and Target among the leaders. Target offers same-day delivery from Shipt.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 18, 2021

Omnichannel supply chains have become increasingly more common in the modern transportation network. As a result, a great deal of confusion has arisen about what omnichannel chains are and what they are not. Why the Omnichannel Supply Chain Enables Better, Easier Reopening.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Google the term “omnichannel” and you are likely to find as many articles about the challenges associated with omnichannel fulfillment as you are about the importance of omnichannel operations for the future of retail. Fulfillment is the back half of the omnichannel operations story.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

And, more than ever, these decisions have to be made on the fly, in real-time. Even before the emergence of COVID-19, next-day and same-day delivery promises from mega retailers, as well as new delivery models such as store pick-up, were driving increasing customer expectations — not just in retail, but in every industry.

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ToolsGroup

JULY 13, 2023

Managing omnichannel fulfillment is complicated. Being expected to evaluate every possible option at the time an order is placed in order to find the highest margin, lowest cost option can often feel absolutely overwhelming. Looking for a deeper discussion on Dynamic Fulfillment?

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

From a digitally-transformed shopping experience to global supply chain disruptions and a pandemic that refuses to quit, there’s one thing retailers can count on: People are always going to shop. Whether it’s something psychological (is it just me, or does pulling out the laptop feel like “work”?) Ah, the joy of shopping.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 21, 2023

Parents got notifications that school was cancelled, employees got notice to stay home, the world started buying most of their goods online, and the global supply chain did a collective * gulp. Better sourcing processes, how to implement omnichannel fulfilment, and creative solutions for labour shortages.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 27, 2021

2021 Supply Chain and Inventory Management Trends for the US. Here we are, one year later, trying to determine the 2021 supply chain and inventory management trends to adopt. Resiliency is now the name of the game for supply chains. Automation. Cloud-based Technology. Focus on eCommerce.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

The other side, call it Team Soft Landing, argued that the situation was very different this time.”[1] Correspondent Melissa Repko reports that it might take some time for retailers to figure out how consumers are going to behave over the coming months. The reason, she explains, is digital technology.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. The Top 10 Supply Chain Blog Posts from 2017. What are the specific technologies to understand in the digital supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

In our white paper, 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook , we cover many of the lingering effects of the past two years, and the newest challenges truckload shippers can expect to face in the year ahead. The ongoing driver shortage will continue to contribute to rate volatility as carriers seek to secure capacity.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Today the stakes are even higher , with the ever-present ghost of disruption rattling supply chains around the world. The better your understanding and management of seasonal stock, the less the specter of supply chain disruption will keep you up at night. Types of Seasonal Demand.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

With the proliferation of technology, digital transformation has taken many industries by storm. Automation and digitization of core business processes have become the norm, not only for business development but also for long-term sustainability of business operations. The logistics sector is also not immune to these changes.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

To make this happen, businesses need to take advantage of technology solutions that allow them to seamlessly share data, communicate, and execute different warehousing tasks. Fortunately, the latest advancements in warehouse technology have made the job easier for ecommerce businesses. What is warehouse technology?

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

It’s time to Marie Kondo your supply chain by eliminating excess inventory and learning how to avoid it in the first place. Shipment Delays and Supply Chain Disruptions. From weather to war to congested ports , it’s no secret that ongoing supply chain disruptions cause delays, shortages, and extended lead times.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The simultaneous growth of the economy and trucking indicate actual GDP percentages would be higher if compared to the same time last year. Shipping rates will continue to soar, and demand for more capacity will push the stretched industry to its breaking point, says Michael Angell of Freight Waves.

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Locus

JUNE 15, 2023

As supply chains move past the uncertainties of 2020, they are met with new challenges while continuing to meet demands for greater efficiency, reduced operational costs and memorable consumer experiences. Locus attended the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium that took place in Orlando, Florida in May. Watch Webinar 3.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 30, 2018

” Supply chain professionals would love that aphorism to be true. Alexa Cheater ( @Alexa_Cheater ), Product Marketing Manager at Kinaxis, reminds us, “Working in supply chain means getting comfortable with change — changes in supply, changes in demand, changes in capacity, etc.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

It’s seen businesses adapting rapidly, with technology playing a key role in giving managers the flexibility and efficiency to thrive. Best practice inventory management – and the wider world of supply chain management – has played a big part in business survival through 2021. Cloud technology accelerates.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Amazon’s continued success at omnichannel delivery and fulfillment, including one-day delivery for Prime subscribers, has increased the pressure on retailers and shippers to provide faster, lower priced, more convenient last mile service delivery and fulfillment. Subscribe Here!

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global supply chain disruptions, impacting the flow of parts and finished goods around the world. The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unique in that it impacted supply chains across all industries.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2018

E-Commerce Is More Than Just Parcel Part of the problem with the growth of e-commerce is about the misconception that all e-commerce transactions exist solely as parcels. Carriers see higher profitability, which can be used to reinvest in technology and other resources to improve operations. Offer more than just delivery.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The term “supply chain” was coined because it denoted key linkages from raw resources to finished products. Connecting those links has been the essence of supply chain operations since trading first began. Through the centuries there has also been a focus on making supply chains more efficient.

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6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

Supply chain management is a multi-faceted process with many stakeholders and even more moving parts. New technology aims to make the supply chain more efficient, yet investing in the wrong technology further complicates productivity while hindering profitability. Here’s some research on this topic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Some suppliers of supply chain planning (SCP) software are experiencing robust growth despite the global pandemic. For each company, there are more than one reason for the robust growth, but all make the point that the need for an agile supply chain has never been stronger. Solvoyo expects to grow by 15% this year.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In the competitive world of e-commerce and supply chain management, ensuring timely and efficient product deliveries can be the difference between a repeat customer and a missed opportunity. Missed the real-time buzz? Insights are just a click away! But what really is the magic behind these seamless deliveries?

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Locus

MAY 2, 2023

As time passed, retailers like Walmart came into the picture, selling all products of all brands under one roof. This marked the rise of omnichannel approach and D2C fulfillment. The D2C model and omnichannel fulfillment gave the brands complete control over their customer experience. of total e-commerce sales.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 5, 2022

If supply chain snarls kept you from receiving items you wanted last Christmas, you’re in luck. … Companies are struggling to find space for the glut of apparel, kitchen appliances and other goods filling up their supply chains.” … And it’s not just Walmart.”[2]. ”[2].

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2018

Yes… It’s that time of year again. It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations.

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Locus

MAY 9, 2023

Read the Ebook of Omnichannel Retailers Guide to Success Download the Ebook Costs involved in the last mile for retailers To trim expenses, retailers need to sharpen their focus on last-mile optimization. Capacity Planning Chaos: Holiday and festival seasons trigger an avalanche of orders, overwhelming retailers and e-commerce vendors.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Logistics industry was experiencing capacity constraints, driver shortages, sudden upticks in e-commerce demand, new technologies, different fulfillment models , delays, port congestions, canal blockage etc. But now we have entered a new era of logistics that requires technological adoption and strategic execution.

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American Global Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2023

These three horsemen of the logistics apocalypse are creating havoc in supply chains worldwide. And you must manage them because doing so is crucial to transitioning to NextGen supply chains. It's enough to give any logistics/supply chain manager a migraine. These are daunting and challenging times.

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Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

And as both online and offline retailers are pulled further and faster into a future where consumer demands are steadily increasing and customer experience is paramount, the need for advanced logistics solutions delivered seamlessly across all channels not just by providers, but by true partners, will only continue to increase. Jim Tompkins.

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