MercuryGate

AUGUST 19, 2021

Omnimodal supply chain execution continues to grow in importance for effective logistics management, particularly as recent years have seen tight capacity in every shipping mode and as companies continue to implement e-commerce channels. For years, shippers and LSPs have discussed the implications of omnichannel fulfillment, including the need to provide estimated arrival times (predictive ETAs) […].

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and looks at the difficult decision of transitioning in-house logistics to managed services. The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks. Sarah Banks and Joe Lynch discuss three priorities for future success in logistics. Sarah is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture , a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. About Sarah Banks. Sarah Banks is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this June 2021 post from Descartes’ blog, Martin Meacock highlights some ongoing post-Brexit challenges importers face.

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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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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 19, 2021

Industry 4.0 is a term coined by the German government as shorthand for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. 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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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 19, 2021

By David Jinks (pictured). Media consultant. The post The show must go on! New high-capacity Covid mobile testing lab ensures the cameras keep rolling appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 19, 2021

E2open LLC, a provider of cloud-based supply chain management software, announced the release of its third-quarter technology update for the year, with a wide range of enhancements to help clients leverage E2open’s multi-enterprise network to make more connected business decisions.

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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 19, 2021

By Mike Kiersey (pictured). CTO, Boomi. The post Global chip shortage: As Toyota slash car production, industry must consider ERP innovation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 19, 2021

John Martin, president of Martin Associates, explains the factors behind persistent cargo congestion at West Coast ports, and the “cumulative collapse” of the nation’s entire logistics supply chain.

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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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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 19, 2021

By Craig Summers (pictured). UK Managing Director of Manhattan Associates. The post Why Human Psychology is Key to Effective Human-robot Interaction? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 19, 2021

Orbital Insight Inc, a geospatial software and analytics company, released its Supply Chain Intelligence solution to help organizations better understand their multi-tier supply chains, respond to disruptions, get competitive intelligence and advance sustainability initiatives.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 19, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Cyber Security and the Digital Supply Chain! Cyber security is important article and permission to publish here provided by Daniel Williams. The world is now more dependent on technology than ever. However, despite the positive impact of technology on human existence, cyber-attacks are now a threat to people and businesses.

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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 19, 2021

By Hamish White (pictured). Founder & CEO, Mobilise. The post Lessons from Mobile World Congress appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 19, 2021

Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity — the vaunted VUCA — are always present and testing companies’ ability to navigate day-to-day operations.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 19, 2021

Prior to the pandemic, supply chains were already growing in complexity due to increased globalization, data sources, and customer demands. Disruptions from COVID-19 accelerated these challenges, requiring supply chains to be more agile and resilient than ever—something that isn’t possible if don’t have the right technology and talent in place. In this dynamic environment of frequent disruptions, spikes in demand, and tight capacity, the ability to quickly scale your talent and technology is a s

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CHAINalytics

AUGUST 19, 2021

BOSTON and ATLANTA (Aug 19, 2021) ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Chainalytics, a recognized global leader in supply chain consulting and analytics, announce an enhanced strategic partnership to bring digital supply chain planning solutions to more companies. The combined strength of ToolsGroup’s cloud-based Service Optimizer 99+ planning software and Chainalytics’ … The post ToolsGroup and Chainalytics Expand Digital Supply Chain Planning Partnership app

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 19, 2021

When applying for entry into the USA, the form asks “Do you seek to engage in or have you ever engaged in terrorist activities, espionage, sabotage, or genocide?”. What is it Request for information? You’d have to be a pretty honest spy or terrorist to actually answer “Yes”. What is it a RFI? Request for information (RFI) is a formal process for gathering information from potential suppliers of a good or service.

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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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Proxima

AUGUST 19, 2021

Our new remote work reality has made it crucial for businesses to have robust cybersecurity systems. There has been explosive growth in the industry along with significant investments in cybersecurity measures. However, as many quickly scaled these efforts, it is apparent that simply investing in cybersecurity will not be enough. Strategic considerations will need to be made to allow for better digital infrastructure and risk mitigation practices.

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Roambee

AUGUST 19, 2021

Supply chains are difficult; pharma supply chains are even more difficult. But the recent pandemic era has taught us that the most essential thing is better medical asset tracking — transporting the right medical equipment, at the right time, to the right place and people. Nothing is more critical than an oxygen cylinder when a patient struggles to breathe or a perfectly functioning patient monitor when a patient has had a heart attack.

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DynaSys

AUGUST 19, 2021

You’ve decided to implement a demand plan and now it’s time to outline roles and responsibilities. Demand planning bridges the function between commerce and supply chain, so the question of roles and responsibilities isn’t a surprising one. But what should the role of demand planner in demand planning play within your supply chain? And, what should their duties include?

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HICX Solutions

AUGUST 19, 2021

For this episode of Supplier Experience Live by HICX, we are joined by Daniel Barnes to discuss procurement trends, Daniels expertise lies in bringing Procurement and commercial teams in line with wider company aims. He does this to, in his words, “create a tone of value, build robust supply chains, analyze spend and ensure your contract terms aren’t war and peace for the sake of it.

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Shipsta

AUGUST 19, 2021

If you haven’t started working on a strategy to reduce your transport emissions yet, now’s the time to start.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 19, 2021

BOSTON and ATLANTA (Aug 19, 2021) – ToolsGroup , a global leader in supply chain planning software , and Chainalytics , a recognized global leader in supply chain consulting and analytics, announce an enhanced strategic partnership to bring digital supply chain planning solutions to more companies. The combined strength of ToolsGroup’s cloud-based Service Optimizer 99+ planning software and Chainalytics’ unique approach to supply chain strategy enables joint customers to thrive amid uncertainty.

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ivalua

AUGUST 19, 2021

The post Gartner EMEA Supply Chain Symposium appeared first on Ivalua.

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QAD

AUGUST 19, 2021

This is a series of blog posts digging deeper into the seven keys to building a quality culture, which builds on Nicole Parker’s introduction blog. In this article, we will discuss the fifth of these seven keys; Extreme Ownership. Can Lack of Ownership and Accountability Kill? The 2015 book “ Extreme Ownership ”, by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, fundamentally transformed how leaders can think.

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This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.

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ivalua

AUGUST 19, 2021

Historically, so much of what Procurement teams did went unnoticed. Ensuring employees are able to easily buy the things they need to do their jobs, flagging high risk suppliers before they become a problem, helping suppliers develop and improve their own practices, ensuring services are not disrupted, supporting small and diverse businesses, etc. Of course, over the last few years, the role of Procurement has become more visible, in large part due to broader recognition of the value and closely

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 19, 2021

The 2021 peak season is shaping up to break records. USPS is getting in on the mix of higher peak costs as Business Insider reports, “On everything from the base level flat rate boxes and envelopes to much larger items, USPS is increasing costs between October 3 and December 26.” In a blog last week , we discussed how UPS announced new fuel surcharge increases.

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Consumer Goods Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

Significant employment decreases occurred in many industries during the pandemic. But in transportation and warehousing, demand for labor continued and even grew. When there are not enough reliable workers to fill the need, warehouse operators must rely on overtime to fill the gap. This article looks at overtime-related problems and offers some strategies to reduce overtime costs in the warehouse through improved hiring and retention.

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