IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By Will Shepherd (pictured). Managing Partner, REPL Group. The post How smart warehouses are modernising for future-proofed business growth appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Enterra Insights
APRIL 21, 2021
Despite years of discussion about the fourth industrial revolution (aka Industry 4.0), the revolution remains in its infancy. Analysts from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) explain the first three revolutions were driven by steam, electricity, and automation. They write, “Industrial production was transformed by steam power in the nineteenth century, electricity in the early twentieth century, and automation in the 1970s.”[1] The fourth revolution is being driven by data.
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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
APRIL 21, 2021
I know, I know. I know I am prone to rattle on about Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) but seeing the benefits being delivered to previously struggling businesses is extremely motivating for a confirmed “techy” like myself. Not permitted professionally, but if only we could explicitly advertise such successes we would be able to interest and help other businesses in need of an S&OP boot camp, tender loving care or a completely new build.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
Sixty percent of global consumers cite sustainability and social responsibility as essential considerations when choosing which products to buy. They look to their preferred food brands to make the best decisions, but are those companies looking out for their consumers’ best interest?
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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?
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By Bryce Boothby (pictured). MPO Board Member. The post The Need for Speed – Don’t Let These Beliefs Slow Down Your Supply Chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Americold
APRIL 21, 2021
Have you ever wondered how you get fresh and ready-to-eat bananas in your kitchen throughout the year? Did you know those bananas can travel around the world staying fresh without turning brown for weeks at a time?
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
BSI, a specialist in business standards company, announced the launch of BSI Connect, an integrated platform supporting audit, risk governance and supply chain services.
BlueYonder
APRIL 21, 2021
Fredrick A. Scott has spent his entire 25+ year career working at EY. During that time, he had the opportunity to explore various roles focused on diversity recruiting and strategy. Today he is the Americas diversity and inclusiveness leader for the Consulting practice, which didn’t exist when he started. In this role he consults directly with EY leaders to explore ways to generate accretive experiences, development and contributions for all EY employees and focus on doing that equitably.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
By better managing the dynamic interaction among the three main players within the supply chain — logistics, suppliers, and buyers — sellers can save money for customers and lessen the environmental impact of the supply-chain industry.
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.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By Philip Hooker (pictured). Vice President, Strategic Programmes at Software AG. The post How to build resilience into your IoT architecture appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
Avetta, a provider of supply chain risk management software, announced a partnership with DocuSign to offer legal risk compliance with its eSignature service, giving suppliers the ability to digitally and remotely sign documents.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By Glenn Koepke (pictured). Senior Vice President, Customer Success, FourKites. The post Suez Canal Blockage Presents Harsh Realities for Supply Chain Managers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
The Smart Software
APRIL 21, 2021
Smart Software today announced its selection, purchase, and implementation of its flagship product by a major US Electric Utility. Smart IP&O was implemented in just 90 days and has reduced inventory by $9 million within its first six months of operation. The post Electric Power Utility Selects Smart Software for Inventory Optimization appeared first on Smart Software.
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IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By James Hyde (pictured). Co-Founder & CEO of James and James Fulfilment. The post The return to the high street: friend or foe? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Vinculum
APRIL 21, 2021
As a customer, would you not love to place the product order in a seamless manner, and receive it on the same or next day? On the other hand, how frustrating is it to find your selected product still out of stock or experiencing a delay in delivery? While retailers rehash their strategies in the wake of technological advancements and breakthrough innovations, warehouse management still remains an inevitable and crucial part of the holistic customer purchase and satisfaction arena.
LevaData
APRIL 21, 2021
Since the beginning of 2021, the discrepancy between the increasing demand for semiconductors and the lack of available supply has become a worldwide news event. In fact, semiconductor shortages have been reported across almost all major IC groups. While the most obvious impact has been within the automotive industry (the lack of critical semiconductors led to shutdowns of auto factories for all the major manufacturers ), the shortage has undoubtedly generated supply chain risks across the board
Bristlecone
APRIL 21, 2021
As consumer demand and spending steadily return to pre-COVID levels, logistics professionals are emerging from the pandemic armed with incredible insight and valuable lessons learned. They are now in a position to more easily make a strong case for end-to-end digital logistics management systems that will keep the supply chain moving through future disruption.
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ITradeNetwork
APRIL 21, 2021
The ability to respond quickly to a recall alert is one of the biggest challenges buyers and suppliers face. What’s slowing you down? The problem can be traced back to inconsistent data.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 21, 2021
By Klaus Allion (pictured). MD, ANT Telecom. The post Improving competitiveness through communication appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
APRIL 21, 2021
A new era of air transportation trends is emerging to create a confusing outlook for shippers. Air freight has been in nonstop peak-season mode despite pandemic-induced capacity decline, while other disruptions, such as the Suez Canal blockage, drove even more demand to air. This is all happening while the Transportation Security Administration is reporting a 1000%+ increase in passenger travel in April 2021, compared to April 2020, with the vaccine fueling hopes of getting back to a sense of “n
Manufacturing & Logistics IT
APRIL 21, 2021
Business to business trade activity grew by 10% in the first quarter of 2021, but a recent surge in order volumes is creating fresh challenges for suppliers after a year of intense disruption, new transaction data from Tradeshift reveals.
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Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 21, 2021
Suez Canal Holding Beached Cargo Until Ship Owner Pays Up. Big Rival Bid for Kansas City Southern. Prices for New and Used Shipping Containers Surging.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 21, 2021
There’s never a dull moment for transportation professionals. Whether it’s finding capacity, managing costs, meeting more stringent service requirements, or creating a more resilient operation — the list of challenges is never-ending. Fortunately, continuous technology innovation is helping shippers keep pace with changing market dynamics and customer requirements.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 21, 2021
Rates Up 10 Percent since Mid 2020, Cass Linehaul Index Finds
CHAINalytics
APRIL 21, 2021
Freight transportation and its resulting carbon emissions have come sharply into focus as companies progress towards environmental sustainability. A CPG company with worthy environmental goals brought in Chainalytics to help dramatically reduce the emissions of their distribution network. The customer knew there was ample room for improvement, but the absence of a dedicated or private … The post CPG Manufacturer and Retailer Grows Closer to Sustainability Through Truckload Procurement appe
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 21, 2021
Last month I participated in Oracle’s Perfect Delivery Virtual Summit , along with Matt Leonard from Supply Chain Dive, Marcelo de Matheus from Tramontina, and Mohamed Absar from DP World. The point of the virtual summit was to discuss how streamlining the order-to-fulfillment process achieves perfect delivery, improves customer loyalty, and reduces costs.
Unleashed
APRIL 21, 2021
Around the world, good manufacturing practice (GMP) defines and controls how manufacturers in certain industries should maintain quality control and reduce the risk they will produce a faulty product that causes harm. But what is good manufacturing practice, and why is it important? What is good manufacturing practice? Defining good manufacturing practice (aka GMP).
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
In less than a year, Kansas City Southern has transformed from an industry wallflower to the belle of the ball, getting courted by Canada’s two biggest railroads.
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