Wed.Aug 23, 2023

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Enhancing the Practical Relevance of SCM Research

SCM Research

One hundred years ago, practitioners were the lead researchers seeking to improve production processes. Iconic developments such as the Toyota Production System emerged from the real-world challenges faced by these early scientists. Fast forward to today, and there is a growing concern that our research is losing touch with real-world practice. Toffel’s (2016) article, Enhancing the Practical Relevance of Research , provides an insightful critique of the current state of operations (and su

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The 5 Largest Microchip Companies in the World

All Things Supply Chain

In the fast-paced world of technology, microchips are the unsung heroes that power our devices, from smartphones to self-driving cars.

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Over 40% of Supply Chain Employees Are Women

Supply Chain Brain

A record-breaking 26% of C-suite and executive-level positions in the supply chain industry are now held by women.

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Improving agility in metal fabrication manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

With the fabricated metal industry receiving government grants and incentives, it now ranks as one of the fastest-changing sectors in the manufacturing marketplace. With the introduction of many of the ‘Industry 4.0’ technologies, manufacturers are building what we are calling ‘Manufacturing Agility’ into their organizations. The key areas of focus include; Investing in new automated and connected manufacturing equipment.

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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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Watch: Creating Purpose-Driven Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

For a business wanting to cultivate a better world, it all starts with the supply chain, says Carlos Londono, vice president of supply chain at restaurant chain Chipotle Mexican Grill.

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How Retail Supply Chains Can Prepare for the Surge in Organic Food Sales

Supply Chain Brain

Organic food and beverage sales are on the rise in the U.S., and retailers need to take notice.

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Get Checked: Associate MoonWalks to Bring Awareness to Breast Cancer

BlueYonder

National Got Checked Day takes place on Aug. 26 and aims to encourage women (and men!) to do their regular breast cancer checks. In honor of the day, Blue Yonder associate Jessica Thatcher shares her connection to breast cancer and why it’s important to get checked. According to the World Health Organization , by the end of 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who were diagnosed with breast cancer in the past five years, making it the world’s most widespread cancer.

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August 23, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * More Resources Home August 23, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Judah Levine August 23, 2023 Unbox your Freight knowledge.

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Keep Good ESG Data by Digitizing the Supply Chain

HICX Solutions

By Costas Xyloyiannis, CEO of HICX This shift in focus—away from squeezing suppliers and towards collaborating with them—will bode well for brands that want to perform in ESG efforts. What’s clear from Deloitte’s Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey 2023 is that environmental and social governance (ESG) is now firmly on the corporate agenda. This year, it leapt right up the CPO priority list, from seventh place to second.

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3 Ways Your Wholesaler ERP System Is Failing You

The supply chain is the world’s most complex logistics challenge, where efficiency and accuracy are critically important to ensure goods are accessible to consumers when needed. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems play a key role for wholesale distribution companies in this process, serving (among other things) as the inventory management software that attempts to ensure that the right products are available in the right quantities at the right time and place.

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Warehouse Logistics Guide: Process, Benefits, & Best Practices

Unleashed

Warehouse management is the vital link between receiving goods from suppliers and delivering orders to your customers. It’s how a product business controls its portion of the supply chain. In warehouse management, warehouse logistics ensures these processes are optimised to cut costs and boost efficiency. This article untangles the jargon of warehouse logistics, explores its benefits and challenges, and breaks down the best practices that can help improve supply chain management.

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Teamsters Labor Union Ratifies UPS Labor Agreement

Supply Chain Matters

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters labor union announced yesterday that 86.3 percent of UPS union workers have now voted to ratify the newly negotiated five-year labor agreement. This announcement follows the announcement of a tentative agreement that was reached in late July. This agreement has been characterized by The Wall Street Journal as being the largest collective bargaining agreement involving a private employer in North America.

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Understanding Inventory Types: Navigating Different Systems for Ecommerce Success

ShipBob

Inventory is an important asset. But it can also easily turn into a liability. And since ecommerce businesses deal with different types of inventory on a daily basis, it’s important that you understand all of them well. Efficiently managing various inventory types is also crucial for ecommerce success, as it directly impacts order fulfillment, customer satisfaction, and overall operational efficiency.

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My Nuggets of Wisdom about the WMS Consulting Market

Logistics Viewpoints

I am adding the finishing touches to ARC Advisory Group’s research on the global WMS consulting market. This research is an update to the report my colleague Steve Banker developed a couple years ago. At that time, Steve also authored an article titled 20 Things to Know about WMS System Integrators. It is a great article and I recommend checking it out.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Key 1H 2023 Warehouse Space Metrics

Supply Chain Digest

Leading Markets across Key Metrics

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The Gap Between Retail Winners and Losers Will Widen This Coming Peak Season

Supply Chain Brain

The winners this season are going to be companies that keep their loyal customers close, and maintain a real focus on customer service. They'll also be deploying AI.

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How Remilk, a Biotech Startup Achieved Financial Discipline and Full Budget Control from Day 1

Precoro

Company size: 90-100 Employees Locations: Israel, United States Industry: Biotechnology Website: [link] Using Precoro since: August 2021 Users: 50-60 Client’s rating of Precoro: 10/10 Featuring: Daphna Shafran, Head of FP&A Introducing Remilk Remilk is an Israeli biotechnology startup that is revolutionizing dairy by producing animal-free dairy proteins.

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Teamsters Ratify Five-Year Contract with UPS

Supply Chain Brain

The union said that over 86% of participating teamsters voted to approve the contract, which will now be in retroactive effect August 1.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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y Chain by the Numbers for Aug. 24, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Atlanta Fed sees Hot US Economyy. Freight Tonnage Falls again in July. Amazon Shipping is Back.

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Huawei Accused of Building Secret Manufacturing Facilities in China

Supply Chain Brain

By constructing facilities under the names of other companies, Huawei can circumvent U.S. restrictions, allowing the organization to indirectly purchase American chip manufacturing equipment.

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The Evolution of Warehousing with Joe Oliaro

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Oliaro and Joe Lynch discuss the evolution of warehousing. Joe Oliaro is the Vice President of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics , a leading provider of supply chain solutions. About Joe Oliaro Joe Oliaro is the Vice President of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics. Joe is a force to be reckoned with in the world of logistics and supply chain strategy.

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Surface Transportation Board Appoints Labor Representative to RSTAC

Supply Chain Brain

Jweremy Ferguson brings almost 30 years of railroad industry experience to the council and has been an advocate for improved communications between shippers and railroads.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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Achieving Balance: Unleashing the Power of Demand Forecasting for Optimal Business Performance

StockTrim

In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, accurately predicting market demand is pivotal to maintaining operational agility. Whether you operate in manufacturing, wholesale, retail, or eCommerce, demand forecasting can be harnessed to strike an optimal balance between supply and demand, effectively transitioning your business from manual struggles to operational excellence.

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Reach 100% OTD during peak season…or get as close as possible!

Supply Chain Brain

In this one-hour webinar, Veho CEO Ita Zur will explore various strategies that retail companies can adopt to overcome peak season challenges, including demand planning and innovative solutions to handle the surge in deliveries and meet customer expectations.

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Navigate the AWS API Gateway jungle with Axway’s API marketplace

Axway

Today, we’re going to explore how Axway’s Amplify Enterprise Marketplace can help organizations that heavily use AWS API Gateway. Imagine you’re in a dense jungle, and Axway’s API marketplace is your trusty guide, leading you safely through. Intrigued?

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Beyond Early Adoption: Mastering Warehouse Robotic Automation for Competitive Edge

Supply Chain Brain

Gone are the days where just the early adopters were leveraging robots. In the current landscape, automation is a necessity for competitive retailers to maintain a fully staffed warehouse.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Meet us at the AM Summit in Copenhagen on Sept 21st 2023

DiManEx

Meet us at the AM Summit in Copenhagen on Sept 21st 2023 The post Meet us at the AM Summit in Copenhagen on Sept 21st 2023 appeared first on DiManEx.

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Russia’s Top Miner Plans to Move Some Trading to Dubai

Supply Chain Brain

Nornickel, the world’s biggest refined nickel producer and palladium miner, was incorporated under the name Greenwich Holdings Limited in Dubai.

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Profit From U.S. Factory Revival – The Wall Street Journal.

Operations and Supply Chain Management

I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. Profit From U.S. Factory Revival Download the Wall Street Journal app here: WSJ.

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