Mon.Sep 12, 2022

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The Best Strategies for Ensuring On-Time Deliveries

All Things Supply Chain

Today’s consumer industry prioritizes efficiency more than anything else.

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Top Five Transportation Trends

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain disruptions have brought about an age of innovation. From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. Last week, I gave the keynote presentation at the Dangerous Goods Symposium , sponsored by LabelMaster and the DG Exchange. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint.

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Lowering the Minimum Age of Interstate Truck Drivers to 18

Talking Logistics

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that was signed into law in the US last year includes funding for setting up an apprenticeship pilot program for commercial driver’s license holders under the age of 21 to operate in interstate commerce. Last December, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are. Read more Lowering the Minimum Age of Interstate Truck Drivers to 18.

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Ocean Freight Survival Guide with Nathan Strang

The Logistics of Logistics

Nathan Strang and Joe Lynch discuss the challenging shipping environment and why shippers need an ocean freight survival guide. Nathan is the Director of Ocean Trade Lane Management at Flexport , the operating system for global trade. About Nathan Strang. Nathan Strang is the Director of Ocean Trade Lane Management at Flexport where he actively fights global logistics chaos.

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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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Is S&OP Necessary? The Jury Is Out …

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

I would like to present the Story of MANCO, a manufacturing-based FMCG Multinational Organisation.

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Three ways technology is shaping our new world of work

IT Supply Chain

By Diego Barilla (pictured). Chief Platform Officer, Globality. The post Three ways technology is shaping our new world of work appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Watch: The Real Meaning of ESG in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

The term ESG — environmental, social and governance — is familiar to most companies today. But the concept as it relates to corporate action isn't fully understood, says Bonnie Nixon, director of ESG and sustainability with Long Beach Container Terminal. .

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Product Management Trends in Today’s Tech World

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured). Content Writer. The post Product Management Trends in Today’s Tech World appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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U.S. Heat Wave Hits Supermarkets’ Produce Sections

Supply Chain Brain

A heat wave in the Western U.S. is coursing through farming supply chains and into supermarkets, leaving distributors searching for leafy greens and fruits from sources ranging from Canada to Florida.

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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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Key Supply Chain Paperwork You Need to Understand in Business

IT Supply Chain

By John Moran (pictured). Professional Content Writer. The post Key Supply Chain Paperwork You Need to Understand in Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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A Guide to Understanding the Cryptocurrency Exchange!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A Crypto Exchange Selection Guide! Since you acquire bitcoin on exchanges, that is where you will start if you wish to join the new glorious digital currency world. However, selecting a cryptocurrency exchange might be challenging for a novice since there are three primary forms of trade, each with its abbreviations and jargon.

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Embracing Technology to Optimize the Food and Beverage Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

To meet our planet’s increasing demand for sustainable production while coping with supply chain disruptions, food and beverage industry players are turning to new technologies.

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Real Estate Management Systems Advances and Benefits!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Real Estate 3D Rendering Can Transform Marketing! While real estate management systems have been around for some time, the latest system advances mean closing deals can be sped up, management costs can be lowered, and property managers and tenants can connect better than ever before.

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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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What Is Sustainability Management?

Elementum

The ongoing rise in population has led to a steady rise in consumption. Consequently, the world’s resources have continued to diminish, with necessities like energy, water, and waste management becoming costlier by the day. This has led public and private organizations to start thinking about sustainability management. Today, organizations measure their success by their ability to attain sustainability.

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Top Tips for Choosing the Right Career!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why is Supply Chain Such a Great Career Path? Choosing the right career path and sticking to it has never been more difficult. In eras gone by, there were select few careers to choose from, and when you started your first job on one path, you would likely stick to that industry (or even business) for the rest of your working life.

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Adexa further expands SE Asia Operations

Adexa

Adexa further expands SE Asia Operations For immediate release Marketing Manager Contact: Ron Wilson | (310) 642-2122 | rwilson@adexa.com. Los Angeles, California – November 30, 2022. Today Adexa announced expansion of operations in SE Asia. The new subsidiary of Adexa, Adexa Technology Pvt Ltd., was formed as a joint Venture with GTI Infotel. The new entity, majority owned by Adexa, will be providing Adexa solutions, services and support for the growing Indian Market as well as the rest of Sout

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The Supply Chain Detective™ – Our First 10 Cases!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Much of Supply Chain activity not only involves solving problems but also involves doing the investigative work to find out what caused those problems so as to prevent recurrence in the future. In this vein we launched our “The Supply Chain Detective Series” and here we present our first 10 cases!

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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How to Study for the CompTIA Security+ Certification

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured). Content Writer. The post How to Study for the CompTIA Security+ Certification appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Crucial Drivers of Cryptocurrency Value!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why Cryptocurrency Prices Keep on Rising! Cryptos in 2009, and since, have gained recognition as among the world’s largest and most significant unstable commodities. Nobody is aware of the one when, why, and how of cryptocurrency value. However, they are aware of how to profit from it.

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Turning Automated TMS Functions Into a Competitive Advantage

MercuryGate

As global supply chains grow more complex, reducing costs becomes more difficult. Increased customer demands result in a more significant strain on resources. Automated TMS functions change the narrative, and shippers need to understand why Challenges in Maintaining a Competitive Advantage in Today’s World Advancement is everywhere. While consumers push the limits of “fast, free” […].

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Labor Tensions Running High on Many Fronts as Peak Season Approaches

Intelligent Audit

As fall quickly approaches, shippers are busy preparing for the stressors of the peak shipping season. However, this year’s peak season may have some surprises in store for shippers. Last week saw prominent labor groups and businesses fail to come to agreements, implying that peak season may likely be interrupted by not one but two major strikes. Read about all this and more in our roundup of recent logistics industry headlines. .

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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C-Suite Discussion: What Leading Companies are Doing to Optimize Supply Chains in 2022

Supply Chain Brain

Moments matter in your supply chain. And, in today's world of ultra high competition driven, those who can react the fastest win.

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The Cost of Backhauls

Operations and Supply Chain Management

STATE OF FREIGHT. Delivery trucks have a dirty secret. And there’s no easy fix in sight. PUBLISHED MON, SEP 12 20221:30 AM EDT. Lucy Handley @LUCYHANDLEY. KEY POINTS. · More than a fifth of the distance driven by European cargo trucks in 2021 was “deadhead mileage,” where vehicles traveled empty, often on the return leg of a journey. · This means that trucks travel with no cargo at all for billions of miles — with a significant financial and environmental cost for shippers and carriers

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Understanding the Difference Between ATS and ATP: It’s Time for Brands to Start Keeping Their Promises

BlueYonder

Breaking a promise to consumers has never been more dangerous, as expectations across numerous metrics become more severe and decisive. Amid this challenge, it is critical that retailers are able to generate a real-time view of what is “available to promise” (ATP) and not just what is “available to sell” (ATS). The latter ATS model is often conflated and confused with the desired ATP holy grail, and it’s completely understandable why this is the case.

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What are the Best Warehouse Management Softwares in Singapore?

Vinculum

Warehouse management software allows materials to be moved, tracked, and stored throughout the warehouse. These applications boost productivity and reduce expenses by allowing critical data to be shared throughout an organization. Warehouse management software is associated with distribution and logistics software. Inventory controls, tracking, procurement management, and channel monitoring are standard features of warehouse management solutions.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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How to Create an Invoice Approval Workflow: A Guide

Precoro

According to Levvel Research , the top three invoice processing concerns for AP teams are missed discounts (44%), late payments (39%), and duplicate payments (29%). The truth is that all these pain points can be easily avoided if there's a proper invoice approval workflow in place. But how to create one? How to ensure that it's smooth and efficient?

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Reverse Logistics emerging from the "dark side" and into earnings calls

Cathy Roberson

Hey there! I missed sending out a post last week and really am sorry about that but…here’s my excuse…I was at the Reverse Logistics Association (RLA) Leadership Conference last week. Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. One of the hats I wear these days is that of the research manager for RLA.

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5 Things a Transportation Management System Can't Do

MPO Multi Party Orchestration

Think of everything that is happening outside the four walls of any shipper, manufacturer, or distributor. A transportation management system (TMS) acts as the information hub for all things transport related, as well as the software that handles rating, mode and carrier selection, tendering, track and trace, and freight auditing. Logistics service providers (LSP) also use transportation management software to support their clients quickly, efficiently, and effectively.