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Our Walk In The Fog

Supply Chain Shaman

Fuzzy definitions. Do you think that this definition could contain a few more references to digital?). There was a better definition by Michael Burkett in a later press release: “…an intelligent supply chain that makes decisions as it interacts across an ecosystem of digitally connected partners.”

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10 Outstanding Books for SCM Professionals

Supply Chain Opz

Anyway, practitioner authorship is definitely an important trend to watch. Another thing I observe is that " Multiauthor Volume " or " Edited Volume " or a book consists of scholarly articles from various authors or a dissertation/thesis published as a book don''t gain significant traction from both academics and practitioners.

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Demand Driven: Can We Sidestep Religious Arguments?

Supply Chain Shaman

Let’s face it, the definition of demand-driven is evolving. There is no single definition. The base definitions of the SCOR model are inside-out, and supply-centric. The Definition of the Supply Chain Long Tail. Demand-Driven Definitions. Definitions Matter. Today’s processes are supply driven.

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Before You Hire a Logistics Data Scientist

Talking Logistics

So, yes, moving forward we will probably have fewer people per transportation dollar spent in the industry, but there will definitely still be a need for people; they’ll just be focused on more value-added activities. Robinson in a recent episode of Talking Logistics. “So,

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The Year in Logistics: Most Popular Articles from 2020

Logistics Viewpoints

Chad Collins, the CEO of HighJump, formally announced the transition of HighJump to Körber Supply Chain, and further stated that all of the twelve Körber Supply Chain companies will transfer to the Körber brand by this summer. Today is day two of the HighJump Elevate user conference. Except it is no longer HighJump Elevate.

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What Makes Zipline Logistics One of the Top Places to Work in Columbus?

Zipline Logistics

In 2019 Zipline Logistics earned numerous awards for its outstanding company culture — a definitive attribute that consistently makes it one of the top places to work in Columbus. When you work at a fast-growing company, new opportunities can present themselves,” said Zipline Strategic Pricing Manager Chad Thurkettle.

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Why Truck Drivers are a Vital Part of the Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Unlike many other professions in different industries, a lack of truck drivers will definitely impair the economy. Freight markets analyst Chad Prevost explains that this nascent technology will more likely make truck drivers’ lives easier and safer instead of replacing them altogether. Full Speed Ahead!