GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 27, 2017
As each year comes to a close, we all look back on the year that was in reflection. Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. We will feature over the next 4 business days each category's most viewed posts over the course of 2017.
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
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Material Handling & Logistics
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Next-generation asset tracking solutions based on Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-wideband could end up replacing more expensive legacy systems such as RFID. As large enterprises seek to deploy next-generation asset tracking technologies to improve operational efficiencies, the market will hit $4.5 billion by 2022, according to ABI Research. The global growth rate for worldwide indoor positioning market for next-generation asset tracking will have a CAGR of 32%.
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
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BlueYonder
DECEMBER 27, 2017
As we turn the calendar to a new year, I’m reflecting on 2017 highlights, as well as identifying areas that may require a different approach in 2018. One of the highlights for me was the launch of JDA’s Wednesdays for Women blog on July 19. It was a bit of an experiment, really; I didn’t know what to expect. If we wrote a blog telling the career stories of women who work at JDA, would people read them?
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
BlueYonder
DECEMBER 27, 2017
As we turn the calendar to a new year, I’m reflecting on 2017 highlights, as well as identifying areas that may require a different approach in 2018. One of the highlights for me was the launch of JDA’s Wednesdays for Women blog on July 19. It was a bit of an experiment, really; I didn’t know what to expect. If we wrote a blog telling the career stories of women who work at JDA, would people read them?
GTG Technology Group
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Cyberattacks a Transportation Management Software Suite Might Face. Transportation companies have a history of defending themselves against physical attacks. The 21 st century presents a new kind of threat that challenges older defense measures. Today, the preferred tool of attack is the cyberattack. Transportation management software must be designed to withstand this kind of attack, an ever-changing, ever-present threat that forces companies to keep their software updated and protected.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 27, 2017
EXCLUSIVE—Marketplace lender Best Egg will move towards financing consumer purchases, including home improvements, as it looks to expand in 2018, the company told Bank Innovation. The company will be focusing on offering loans and services that will “create a stronger relationship” with the customer, Sabrina Basht, chief strategy officer for Best Egg, said.
ModusLink Corporation
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Has any product that you’ve owned ever been recalled? Most likely, yes – as everything from tech gadgets and car parts to baby gear and food, regularly make headlines for safety issues or other defects. In the past few years, two products I purchased have been recalled. While the scenarios for the recalls were not […]. The post A (Cautionary) Tale of Two Product Recalls appeared first on ModusLink Global Solutions.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
DAT Solutions
DECEMBER 27, 2017
The ELD mandate went into effect last week, and based on comments from across the trucking industry , the new regulations have been disruptive for a lot of carriers. A lot of truckers also took time off before Christmas, which led to even tighter capacity on the spot market last week. Plus, there were way more loads than usual, including last-minute holiday gifts and food.
synchrono
DECEMBER 27, 2017
The decorations. The music. The food. The holiday season is a time of cheer and goodwill for many people. Nevertheless, there are two groups who may find each other especially trying this time of year: sales and production. That’s because this isn’t just the holiday season; it’s also the end of the fiscal year for many organizations. While everyone else has visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads, sales has a vision of only one thing: making quota.
TradeGecko
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Most merchants know that busy sales periods like the holiday season or promotional periods are often followed by a sales slump. Without proper planning, this can mean lots of excess stock on the shelves, poor cash flow, and a myriad of other consequences.
Tailwind
DECEMBER 27, 2017
December 27, 2017 In today's post we are sharing with you this collection featuring some of what we think are the best audio recording apps we reviewed in 2017. We came up with apps for both Android.read more.
Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.
Freight Plus
DECEMBER 27, 2017
In order to create a live-load uberized freight marketplace, the fundamentals of how the entire business operates have to change. According to. Matthew Kane. , the founder of the MyRiteLoad shipper-to-carrier connection marketplace, the hope is to fulfill the promise of what has been. called the ". elusive holy grail" of load matching. , providing load-board-like spot market connections for independents and small fleets to direct shippers rather than brokers.".
FLEXE
DECEMBER 27, 2017
<p>2017 was a big year for the retail and supply chain industries. We saw a lot of growth and change as more businesses focused on innovating their delivery promises and eCommerce operations.</p> <p>Here's a look at some of our most viewed articles from 2017, and keep an eye out for more industry news and thought leadership on the blog in the coming year!
Freight Plus
DECEMBER 27, 2017
In order to create a live-load uberized freight marketplace, the fundamentals of how the entire business operates have to change.
FLEXE
DECEMBER 27, 2017
2017 was a big year for the retail and supply chain industries. We saw a lot of growth and change as more businesses focused on innovating their delivery promises and eCommerce operations. Here’s a look at some of our most viewed articles from 2017, and keep an eye out for more industry news and thought leadership on the blog in the coming year!
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