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Study Shows Two-Thirds of Companies Yet to Execute Digital Transformation in Supply Chain Planning

ToolsGroup

September 26, 2019) A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Spinnaker, a supply chain services company, has found that only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning. BOSTON, Mass. and HOUSTON, Tex.

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Trends Shaping Industry 4.0

Enterra Insights

Many analysts believe enough new technology has emerged to create that kind of industrial change. ”[1] He adds, “[The term] describes a seismic shift in infrastructure, operations and processes that is characterized by the arrival of cyber-physical systems and the layers of software-driven intelligent automation that they run on.”

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The Internet of Things and the Supply Chain: Serious or Just Flirting?

Enterra Insights

Numerous supply chain experts insist supply chain processes are experiencing a revolution thanks to emerging technologies. The Internet of Things (IoT) is generally found on the list of technologies fomenting the revolution. ” The dating game. .”[2] ” The dating game.

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Predictive Analytics: Supply Chain’s Cloudy Crystal Ball

Enterra Insights

One of the new tools available to decision makers is predictive analytics. By forecasting future supply chain and logistical events, companies can gain a competitive advantage and prevent monetary loss due to inaccurate stocking, and mismanagement of goods, deliveries, and time.”[2] ”[4].

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5 Future Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing & Logistics

GlobalTranz

Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Previous applications of the IIoT in manufacturing have led to a savings of 12 percent across the industry.

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New Panama Canal Options: Running the Numbers with a TMS

TMC

Is your supply chain make-to-order, make-to-stock, or both? To effectively evaluate and mitigate risk, shippers need excellent supply chain visibility. East Coast to Columbus, Ohio—as opposed to the traditional option of using West Coast facilities—are negligible. This post is credited to Glenn Koepke.

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People, Processes, and Technology All Required for Supply Chain Transformation

Enterra Insights

Most businesses succeed when the proper balance between people, processes, and technologies is achieved. Everyday technology seems to be assuming a greater role in the business world, including in supply chain operations; but, technology alone will never achieve the kind of transformation required in the years ahead.