Tue.Nov 10, 2020

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Planning Optimized – A Never Ending Journey

Logility

The ultimate goal of a supply chain planning practitioners is often to optimize the capabilities of the company’s supply chain to meet customer requirements while minimizing costs and maximizing company performance. But, despite its importance, this goal is too often unreached—and if it is reached, it may last only a short time. Why? Because supply chains are ever-changing, driven by changing customer requirements, supply chain characteristics, industry dynamics, economic disruptions, and compan

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Freight Data Sharing Across the Supply Chain and Its Role in Multimodal Shipping

GlobalTranz

Even before the status of the nation, and indeed the world, was turned upside down by the pandemic and political unrest, the supply chain industry was heading towards a massive and potentially disruptive evolution. Companies were turning to managed multimodal and new peak season technology to unlock new revenue streams. And while current disruptions have.read More.

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Trends in the Supply Chain and Their Impact on the Transportation Management System Market

Kuebix

This year has reminded everyone to expect the unexpected – even in the supply chain which is one of the most unflappable industries out there! Covid-19 has disrupted the logistics operations of companies throughout the U.S. Technology is rapidly advancing as new tools and integrations become available and consumer shopping habits have been directly affected […].

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Conducting the orchestra – planning an agile & resilient supply chain

IT Supply Chain

By Antony Lovell (pictured). VP Applications, Vuealta. The post Conducting the orchestra – planning an agile & resilient supply chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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How to Build the Foundation for Supply Chain Optimization

Tecsys

An optimized supply chain is essential for the overall profitability of your business. But before you can begin the process of supply chain optimization, you need a foundation to work from. The post How to Build the Foundation for Supply Chain Optimization appeared first on Tecsys.

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What It Will Take to Create a Reliable Domestic Supply Chain for PPE

Supply Chain Brain

The coronavirus pandemic uncovered a serious shortfall in the supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) manufactured within the U.S.

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Shipping Analytics Challenges and How to Overcome Them

Intelligent Audit

Advancements within shipping analytics platforms, including artificial intelligence, parcel and freight analytics , data management, and machine learning, are reshaping the supply chain. According to Industry Week , “The supply chain is a great place to use analytic tools to look for a competitive advantage, because of its complexity and also because of the prominent role supply chain plays in a company’s cost structure and profitability.

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Seven Supply-Chain Trends to Watch in 2021

Supply Chain Brain

And how they can rejuvenate the battered supply-chain industry.

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[WHITE PAPER] How Warehouse Robotics Can Help Your Business Operate in a Socially Distant World

Veridian Solutions

In this white paper, we discuss how Warehouse Robotics has emerged as a tool to improve automation, increase overall efficiency, and reduce risks. Robotics, combined with a modern Warehouse Management System or WMS, is a key method for changing warehouse operations to accommodate the current constraints and will remain useful long after the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us. .

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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

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The Future of Enterprise Mobility: Making the Shift from Windows CE to Android

Supply Chain Brain

The days of Windows Mobile serving as the backbone of enterprise mobile technology have passed, with the majority of the market choosing Android as its new mobile operating system. What’s more, with the extreme stress placed on supply chains by the coronavirus pandemic, those who transitioned to Android earlier are ahead of the curve. And those who haven't need to do so as soon as possible.

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Arena Solutions and Trade Compliance Group Announce Partnership to Advance Defense Supply Chain Regulatory Compliance

Arena Solutions

Foster City, Calif., November 10, 2020 – Arena Solutions , the leading provider of cloud-based product development solutions for high tech, consumer electronics, and medical device industries, today announced a new partnership with Trade Compliance Group (TCG) , a leading global consultancy for import and export trade compliance services. This partnership will accelerate regulated manufacturers’ understanding of United States export control law compliance for International Traffic in Arms Regula

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Time to Send in the Robots

IT Supply Chain

By Steve Richmond (pictured). Director of Logistics Systems, Jungheinrich. The post Time to Send in the Robots appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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My View on the U.S. Elections and the Opportunities Ahead

BlueYonder

I write on the heels of the nationwide elections in the United States. A passionate citizenry exercised its right to advocate for issues important to them and the candidates who they believe the nation, the state, the local government would be best seated with. Yes, it was contentious at times, but I believe our union only gets stronger over the long term with an engaged electorate.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

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.

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Teradyne drives supply chain innovation and growth with Kinaxis

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Kinaxis Inc., the authority in driving agility for fast, confident decision-making in an unpredictable world, is celebrating 25 years of working with Teradyne, an industrial automation solution provider, to enable end-to-end supply chain visibility, drive integration and collaboration across internal departments and external suppliers and accelerate strategic initiatives like M&A.

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How rate transparency grows SMBs: Introducing the FBA Index

Freightos

2020 was a critical year for small importers. Even before this year, 97% of US importers are small businesses , bringing in about $50 billion in imports. Of course, COVID-19 has accelerated this trend, with more consumers working from home and ordering online, while it’s also become easier for sellers to source on Alibaba, import, and then sell on Shopify or Amazon.com.

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Ivanti Wavelink enhances printer management capabilities for the supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Ivanti Wavelink, the supply chain business unit of Ivanti, has announced Ivanti Wavelink Avalanche now offers several new management and discovery capabilities for Zebra’s ruggedised thermal and barcode printers for the supply chain.

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Route Optimization: Driving Efficiency for Utilities

Talking Logistics

Since 1889 and the advent of the AC kilowatt-hour meter, utility companies have measured their customers’ consumption rates by attaching a meter to the home or business, and by sending a meter reader to record the readings on a monthly (or quarterly) basis. Over the next 130 years or so, several innovations would change the. Read more Route Optimization: Driving Efficiency for Utilities.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Supply Chain News on What are the Top Issues for Truckers in 2020

Supply Chain Digest

The Driver Shortage again Tops the List, but Carriers, Drivers have Very Different Priorities

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Why e Procurement Systems are the Secret Weapon for Public Sector

ivalua

Innovating to Uncover New Sources of Revenue in the Public Sector. As the country nears one full year of coping with Covid-19, we can all agree that the effects on the US economy have been profound. While some industries/verticals have fared better than others , it is fair to say that ALL have been affected in some way. The Public Sector is no exception.

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Better Warehouse Labor Planning Requires Better Forecasting

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In this past election, voters were faced with two very contrasting alternatives. Decisions on peak season fulfillment center staffing are similarly distinct: you have two very different alternatives to choose between. On the one hand you have the Don’t Get Caught Short-Handed camp, which presumes any understaffing during peak season leads to inexcusable fulfillment bottlenecks and delays.

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Uncovering New Sources of Revenue in the Public Sector

ivalua

Innovating to Uncover New Sources of Revenue in the Public Sector. As the country nears one full year of coping with Covid-19, we can all agree that the effects on the US economy have been profound. While some industries/verticals have fared better than others , it is fair to say that ALL have been affected in some way. The Public Sector is no exception.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Watch: Enforcing Human Rights in Government Contracts

Supply Chain Brain

Isabelle Glimcher, a fellow at the NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights, recommends six steps that government procurement officials should be taking to prevent workers’ rights abuses by suppliers.

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Ivalua Awarded Best P2P Solutions Specialist Provider at World Procurement Awards 2020

ivalua

2nd consecutive year award given to Ivalua P2P Solutions, continuing widespread recognition of Ivalua Procurement technology by industry leaders and analysts. November 10, 2020, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management cloud solutions, today announced that it has been awarded as the Best P2P solutions Specialist Provider by an independent panel of industry veterans at the 2020 World Procurement Awards.

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Lilly CEO Sees Supply Squeeze for New Antibody Drug as COVID-19 Cases Surge

Supply Chain Brain

With a global surge in cases, high demand for the newly FDA-authorized treatment is virtually guaranteed.

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Ivalua Awarded Best P2P Specialist Provider at World Procurement Awards 2020

ivalua

2nd consecutive year award given to Ivalua, continuing widespread recognition of Ivalua technology by industry leaders and analysts. November 10, 2020, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management cloud solutions, today announced that it has been awarded as the Best P2P Specialist Provider by an independent panel of industry veterans at the 2020 World Procurement Awards.

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How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.

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Is Product Thinking the same as Design Thinking?

Axway

Product Thinking and Design Thinking are two methods whose goals are intertwined. Product Thinking. Product Thinking looks at drivers and the competitive landscape. It helps you determine the actual problem the user is facing.

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Paris 2021 – EN – Speakers

ivalua

Agenda. Speakers to be announced. The post Paris 2021 – EN – Speakers appeared first on Ivalua.

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Amazon S3 Connector for SecureTransport now supports Failover bucket

Axway

We are happy to share the latest version of the Amazon S3 Connector for SecureTransport is now available for download. You can download version 1.7.1 from repository.axway.com: Enhancements. Ability to set Failover bucket. Business Use Case. Technical Details.

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