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Columbus Day 2020: A Holiday in Search of a Name

Enterra Insights

Today is officially Columbus Day. According to the Federalpay.org website, “Columbus Day is one of ten federal holidays recognized nationwide by the United States Government. All non-essential federal government offices are closed on Columbus Day, and all federal employees are paid even if they receive the day off.

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Digital Transformation Helps with Corporate Alignment

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For example, manufacturing may be tasked to fill all orders which requires having inventory on-hand in distribution centers. Louis Columbus ( @LouisColumbus ) suggest ten way cognitive technologies can help companies achieve successful digital transformations.[4] 4] They are: 1. Cognitive technologies improve modeling and simulations.

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Industry 4.0 was Delayed, not Cancelled, by the Pandemic

Enterra Insights

He notes, for example, repairing equipment when the first indications of a problem arise can save loads of energy. Business and tech writer Louis Columbus ( @LouisColumbus ) asserts this is the wrong strategy. ” Kottayil and Columbus suggest a few steps manufacturers need to take to continue a successful transformation journey.

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Machine Learning and the Business of Tomorrow

Enterra Insights

Louis Columbus ( @LouisColumbus ) explains, “Enterprises are striving to find greater meaning in the massive amounts of data they generate and save every day. As Columbus notes, machine learning is ideal for discovering patterns. ”[1] Dr. .” ” Machine learning and the supply chain. They are: 1.

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Stord Named a Top 40 Innovative Technology Company for Rapid Growth, Disrupting the Supply Chain Tech Market

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The 2019 Top 40 finalists are shining examples of what makes our state such a hotbed for technology, and we applaud them for standing out as leaders in Georgia’s technology community.” “The 2019 Top 40 finalists are an elite group of innovators who represent the very best of Georgia’s Technology community,” said Larry K.

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5 Reasons Why Manufacturers Who Focus on Customer Experience Will Win

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For example, a customer is a shoe store may purchase shoes, but if offered a new brand of socks, he or she refuses. While this example is a bit extreme, it highlights how a longer buying cycle can translate into insights for manufacturers.

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Can’t find available warehouse space? Turn to a 3PL

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For example, delays at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have led importers to spread shipments out to other ports across the country. For example, demand for warehousing space in and near the Port of Savannah (GA) has increased by 10 million square feet over the past year. Capacity is also tight in inland markets.