Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

The network senses, translates, and orchestrates market changes (buy- and sell-side markets) bidirectionally with near real-time data to align sell, deliver, make and sourcing organizations outside-in. An example of social listening is the Lenovo Case Study presented at the 2015 Supply Chain Insights Global Summit.

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synchrono

JULY 8, 2015

I was recently reading about the Industrial Internet of Things as it relates to my business—manufacturing software. For today’s manufacturer, the IIoT boils down to the ability to capture and connect data from multiple sources to attain truly meaningful information. The Orbital ATK case study is a good example.)

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2017

While many technologists wave their hands advocating that Internet of Things (IOT) is the answer, I say not so fast. Won’t we have the same issue for Internet of Things data? For a great overview of the use of this approach check-out the Spairliners case study from the Supply Chain Insights Global Summit.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 5, 2017

I am also featuring a paperless manufacturing case study from Agco using Proceedix at the Summit. I am also working to get two case studies for cognitive computing at the conference. In the area of the Internet of Things, the discussion is on how to best use the data. 3) Redefine Forecasting.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 29, 2017

This included the testing of new technologies like cognitive computing, blockchain, open source analytics, and Internet of Things (IOT). We started with group ideation and the sharing of case studies. We then narrowed down use cases to test. The first use case is supplier onboarding.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 20, 2016

Cloud and open source analytics are fueling new markets giving rise of new software providers in analytics with names like Board, Cloudera, EveryAngle, Enterra Solutions, FusionOps, Halo, Qlik, Spotfire, Transvoyant, Trifecta, and Trufa. There is a great need for improved supply chain analytics. New solutions offer great promise.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

The company leverages globally sourcing strategies to buy products at a lower cost and then deploys some unique process logic to drive mass customization for retailers. For this case study we interviewed Peter Smith, currently the EVP of Supply Chain for Carter’s. We share this case study in a Q&A format.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 18, 2015

Over the course of the last decade, companies have moved at different rates to align source, make and deliver processes to report to common leader. Based on our research at Supply Chain Insights , today, 34% of supply chain organizations have source, make and deliver reporting through a common organization.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 7, 2017

Then the packed halls had a lot of business user case study presentations. Internet of Things: the use of machine-to-machine streaming data to improve supply chain outcomes. My struggle is that open source software–Apache Foundation’s work with HADOOP and Spark–is moving quickly. It is a muddle.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 27, 2024

Impact of Political Stability in Oil-Producing Regions Political instability in key oil-producing regions can disrupt supply lines and inflate costs, necessitating robust contingency planning and diversification of supply sources. What Are the Technological Advances Impacting Supply Chain Efficiency?

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2015

Breakthrough innovation will happen through the use of a variety of data sources–examples include sensors, streaming data, Internet of Things (IOT), pictures, weather data, geolocation data/maps, telematics, sentiment data. The future of tomorrow’s supply chain hinges on taking advantage of unstructured data.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Case study: Reengineering a forwarder’s fulfillment journey To illustrate how technology on the Cloud can drive visibility, intelligence, and agility of supply chain, let’s take a look at the real case of one of the top 10 forwarders in the world.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2016

Launched in 2014 and brought to you by the eWorld Procurement & Supply team, The Procurement Summit will provide senior purchasing, sourcing and supply chain executives across the North of England with an unmissable opportunity to keep up-to-date with the latest industry innovations, best practice and new technology solutions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2016

This is no longer the case. With cloud-based analytics, non-relational database open source code sharing and advancements in predictive, prescriptive and cognitive analytics, what is old, can become new again. The visions of companies like i2 Technologies’ Tradematrix were ahead of what was possible with technology.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

A surge in big data consumption, digital transformation and adoption of 5G has all contributed to this monumental growth, and the further development of AI and internet of things (IoT) technology will contribute further. The cloud industry as a whole has seen enormous success , with a compound annual growth rate of 19.1%

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? Today, with oil prices below $35 per barrel, the talk has shifted to prices declining even further, to perhaps $20 per barrel due to oversupply.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 30, 2024

Several case studies highlight these shortcomings. It can sift through vast amounts of information from various sources, including market trends, weather patterns, social media sentiment, and more, to make informed predictions. It starts with data collection, where AI gathers information from internal and external sources.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 15, 2024

Several case studies highlight these shortcomings. It can sift through vast amounts of information from various sources, including market trends, weather patterns, social media sentiment, and more, to make informed predictions. It starts with data collection, where AI gathers information from internal and external sources.

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Provenance

AUGUST 13, 2018

Lack of standardised sustainability reporting makes it difficult to compare sustainability performance between source mines, set sustainability targets and reward best practice. In other words you cannot physically differentiate a sustainably sourced REE from a non-sustainably sourced REE without the use of tagging.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 6, 2023

When companies leverage data from various sources such as sales history, market trends, and external factors, predictive analytics paired with supply chain intelligence provide valuable insights that enable better decision-making and proactive planning – like never before. But there are numerous examples that show this is possible.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 16, 2017

As the Internet of Things (IoT) develops apace and social media becomes omnipresent, more data than ever is being consumed from a myriad of sources. Case study: Airservices Australia. Community expectations are high and growing. Airservices Australia is Australia’s air navigation service provider.

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Locus Robotics

AUGUST 4, 2021

Sourcing the skills and expertise to securely deploy and protect robotic systems can also be difficult, and security teams and/or warehouse operations teams can find themselves working at cross-purposes. See Case Studies Learn More. Robotics technology is fairly new and changing rapidly. Download the Whitepaper. Get Started.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2018

The group is working on case studies to test new technologies like blockchain, cognitive computing, supply chain operating networks, and open source analytics. If companies use streaming data through Internet of Things to drive replenishment, do we need customer orders? Why Should You Care? Companies are busy.

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Elementum

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Learning from Case Studies To ensure the success of your BPA projects, it is crucial to learn from others who have already implemented BPA. Analyze case studies from companies in similar industries or with similar challenges to gain insights into best practices, potential challenges, and effective strategies for BPA implementation.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

High-velocity or streaming data requires different architectures built on non-relational, cloud-based architectures using open source tools like Apache Spark. Or is it the use of the Internet of Things to transform manufacturing or reduce issues with counterfeiting? source Moody’s). The opportunities are numerous.

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6 River Systems

JANUARY 10, 2019

Ask around your colleagues to see where they are gaining the most value and look for programs that are very practical and case study based.” Here’s a case in point: A beverage company was facing annual price hikes from a beverage-packaging supplier. ” — Supply Chain Management Tips , Travelers; Twitter: @Travelers.

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Precoro

JANUARY 28, 2025

Would you assign the task of restocking your inventory or sourcing new materials to a supply chain manager or the procurement team? Some of the most important, however, are: Sourcing Identify Needs. Below, we present a detailed description of the objectives of procurement: Strategic Sourcing. Find Suppliers.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 30, 2019

I wish this was not the case, but it is. Despite rapid advancements of technologies—machine learning, cognitive computing, relational search, sentiment mining, blockchain, Internet of Things—the consultants working at large companies are largely putting new wrappers on old pigs. Pigs in the blanket of sorts…. The event focus?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Source: Evan, Flikr. “I SophiaTX Open Source Platform to Integrate SAP, Blockchain. If they actually follow through on their promise and oil prices continue to rise next year, how will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in response? UPS Joins Top Alliance To Create Blockchain Standards For Logistics.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 16, 2025

Work with support sources that can significantly contribute to the planning, training and implementation processes at a systems level. Editor's Note: You are right, Internet of Things (IoT) was at the top of the Garter new technology hype curve not long ago. Isn't this contradicting in itself?

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 13, 2025

You can find the full breakdown by logistics cost bucket in the chart below: Source: CSCMP/Kearney Within transportation, trucking-related spend (including private fleets but excluding parcel) comprised 59.7% Editor's Note: You are right, Internet of Things (IoT) was at the top of the Garter new technology hype curve not long ago.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 10, 2025

The trade war is likely to extend the for-hire freight recession further as higher prices reduce goods affordability and consumers’ real incomes.” ( See More Below) CATEGORY SPONSOR: SOFTEON Each month, Cass nicely summarizes the state of freight, as seen in the graphic below for May: Source: Cass An y reaction to thi s Cass report?

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 17, 2025

Editor's Note: You are right, Internet of Things (IoT) was at the top of the Garter new technology hype curve not long ago. Where is the metric for determining the sources and uses of cash from three perspectives - operational, investment and financial? Isn't this contradicting in itself?

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 6, 2025

Editor's Note: You are right, Internet of Things (IoT) was at the top of the Garter new technology hype curve not long ago. Where is the metric for determining the sources and uses of cash from three perspectives - operational, investment and financial? Isn't this contradicting in itself?

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 19, 2025

Source: State of Logstics Report 2025 May you live in interesting times, as the Chinese saying goes. Editor's Note: You are right, Internet of Things (IoT) was at the top of the Garter new technology hype curve not long ago. Any F eedback on our Supply Chain Graphic of the Week? Isn't this contradicting in itself?

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