Fri.Jul 16, 2021

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FMCG Supply Chain Language - what do we really mean?

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

If you are being honest you have probably sat bored in an airport lounge waiting for your inevitably delayed flight and listened in on a nearby conversation. Go on, admit it! If the discussion topic on which you are eavesdropping is not one with which you are familiar it can be as if you are listening to a foreign language. Different businesses, and even functions within the same businesses use a variety of words and phrases to describe what they actually do and not all are obvious to outsiders.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 16, 2021)

Talking Logistics

There seems to be a growing trend of supply chain technology companies sponsoring sporting events and athletes. Earlier this week, for example, project44 announced that it is “entering into its first NASCAR sponsorship with Rick Ware Racing and BYRD Racing.” Back in February 2019, Blue Yonder (JDA at the time) began its sponsorship of golfer. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 16, 2021).

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Podcast | How to Keep CPG Supply Chains From Running Blind

Supply Chain Brain

End-to-end visibility of data and product is essential to the efficient operation of consumer packaged goods supply chains. Unfortunately, many are running blind.

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The role of IT in securing publicly accessible locations

IT Supply Chain

By Rodrigue Zbinden (pictured). Morphean’s CEO. The post The role of IT in securing publicly accessible locations appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Reducing Global Lead Times To Improve Customer Experience At Becton Dickinson

Product lead time is crucial in the life sciences industry and represents a key consideration for customers’ purchasing decisions. For this reason, BD Biosciences aimed to optimize its global supply and distribution network to reduce delivery lead time to customers and optimize its global inventory. How was BD Biosciences successful in reducing global distribution lead times between 30% and 60% in addition to: Increasing agility to prioritize urgent and ad-hoc customer requests Increasing global

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Codeless Test Automation Benefits and Drawbacks!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Article and permission to publish here provided by Joe Johnston. Codeless Test Automation eliminates the need to write scripts, and hence it is widely preferred by companies in recent years. It has proven to be highly advantageous to the testers. Testers can now easily comprehend and perform testing with a basic or no knowledge of coding.

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4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

This is the best of times and worst times for retail. On one hand, online sales taking retail to new frontiers by offering endless choices from the comfort of home and taking away from the sales of brick and mortar stores, and on the other, e-commerce businesses are scrambling to open brick and mortar stores. … Continue reading "4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience".

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SonicWall warns of ‘imminent ransomware campaign’

IT Supply Chain

By Jeff Costlow (pictured). CISO, ExtraHop. The post SonicWall warns of ‘imminent ransomware campaign’ appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Project

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

The study from the ARC Advisory Group (2016) and the most recent one from The Hackett Group (2018) are remarkably similar in their basic observations: “supply chain visibility & analytics” remains at the top-of-mind for the executives. Many large corporations want “supply chain control towers” to measure forecast accuracy across products and regions, understand regional differences in demand patterns, … Continue reading "4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Proj

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ASOS sales soar despite economy reopening

IT Supply Chain

By Samantha Mansfield (pictured). Head of Strategy, LiveArea EMEA. The post ASOS sales soar despite economy reopening appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value

Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

This is the best of times and worst times for retail. On one hand, online sales taking retail to new frontiers by offering endless choices from the comfort of home and taking away from the sales of brick and mortar stores, and on the other, e-commerce businesses are scrambling to open brick and mortar stores. … Continue reading "4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience".

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Supply chain businesses shied away from climate change in light of COVID

IT Supply Chain

By Hong Mo Yang (pictured). SVP & GM, Manufacturing Sector at Blue Yonder. The post Supply chain businesses shied away from climate change in light of COVID appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Project

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

The study from the ARC Advisory Group (2016) and the most recent one from The Hackett Group (2018) are remarkably similar in their basic observations: “supply chain visibility & analytics” remains at the top-of-mind for the executives. Many large corporations want “supply chain control towers” to measure forecast accuracy across products and regions, understand regional differences in demand patterns, … Continue reading "4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Proj

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The Dallas-Ft. Worth Distribution Advantage

NFI

As the world regains its footing post-pandemic, the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area continues to grow economically. One of only two large U.S. metros to post three-year job gains, the Dallas region is recovering to pre-pandemic employment levels faster than all other large U.S. Metros.[1] Dallas ranks as the ninth largest city in the United States… Continue reading The Dallas-Ft.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Episode 128 - Ryan Schreiber from CarrierDirect

Freight Plus

In this week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, FreightPlus CEO Steve Aborn sits down with supply chain expert Ryan Schreiber. They discuss everything from autonomous vehicles to the liability on shippers and brokers to the working from home culture. Learn all about Schreiber’s mindset and his takes on the transportation market. . . In this jam-packed episode, they break down: .

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Vanguard Voice – Issue 106

Vanguard Software

The Latest Supply Chain News. Forbes – How Semiconductor Shortages Have Taken A Chip Out Of The Global Supply Chain. July 13, 2021 – The global pandemic played a huge part in the current shortages. When the initial lockdowns triggered a collapse in car sales, automakers immediately slashed orders for parts. This including semiconductor chips—a typical new car can contain more than a thousand.

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What is a 3PL & How Can One Benefit Your Business?

CH Robinson Transportfolio

What is a 3PL & How Can They Benefit Your Business? | Transportfolio. A third party logistics provider (3PL) can help you reach your logistics goals and increase the overall efficiency of your organization in the process. Whether your business is big, small, new or old, a 3PL is well worth considering if shipping is a high priority for your business.

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DELMIA Communities Week in Review for July 12th

DELMIA Quintiq

Hello and Welcome to the Week in Review! This is the weekly blog post for a one-look overview of what happened in the DELMIA Communities this past week. But there is a lot more than what is below. Visit the communities to see the exchange of information and ideas between members and DELMIA experts. With eight active communities, you are sure to find at least one to suit your DELMIA interests.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Netcore Cloud Enters North American Market With Omnichannel Marketing Automation Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Netcore Cloud, a customer engagement platform that helps B2C brands create personalized digital experiences, has announced its entrance into the North American market.

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Best Practices for Improving FTL Strategy | PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics

There are several recommended practices that can improve your truckload freight performance if you're looking to optimize your FTL strategy and freight management.

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SEE the new efficient and sustainable SEALED AIR® brand FasFil Jr. Paper Void-Fill Pack Station System in action

Supply Chain Brain

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How Accounts Receivable (AR) Benefits Your Company

Freight Center

The age-old question has been which is more important to a business - cash flow or profitability? Well, they do go hand in hand, but poor cash flow might eventually result in your losing vendors, suppliers, and lenders, which can severely damage your business. Of course, the most important thing for any small business manager or operator is remaining financially solvent and flexible.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Powered by Axway, Fabrick is vying to become Europe’s leading open finance ecosystem

Axway

A pioneer in open finance headquartered in Milan, Italy, Fabrick helps banks and third-party solution providers connect and innovate together.

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HoneyWell Launches New Line of Rugged, Mobile Computers

Supply Chain Brain

Honeywell has announced its latest family of rugged enterprise mobile devices designed for retail workers that pick, pack, sort and deliver e-commerce orders.

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Powered by Axway, Fabrick is vying to become Europe’s leading open finance ecosystem

Axway

A pioneer in open finance headquartered in Milan, Italy, Fabrick helps banks and third-party solution providers connect and innovate together.

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Are Your Planning And Retail Analytics Tools Fast Enough For Fast Fashion?

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

Over the last decade, apparel retail has gone through a significant shift and has turned into a game of fast, faster and fastest. So many of the previously well-known retail brands are now struggling to sustain growth while a few keep capturing more and more of the market. Customers today are also savvier in the … Continue reading "Are Your Planning And Retail Analytics Tools Fast Enough For Fast Fashion?".

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Powered by Axway, Fabrick is vying to become Europe’s leading open finance ecosystem

Axway

A pioneer in open finance headquartered in Milan, Italy, Fabrick helps banks and third-party solution providers connect and innovate together.

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What is Digital Transformation?

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

What is Digital Transformation? Digital transformation is transforming your decision-making processes with technology — utilizing new sources of innovation and creativity such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things, virtual reality, to enhance customer experience and employee productivity and ultimately improve business performance.

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Powered by Axway, Fabrick is vying to become Europe’s leading open finance ecosystem

Axway

A pioneer in open finance headquartered in Milan, Italy, Fabrick helps banks and third-party solution providers connect and innovate together.

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