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Supply Chain Sustainability and the Future of Business

Enterra Insights

Discussing sustainability in today’s politically-charged business environment is tricky. It shouldn’t be. Sustainability is all about the future — the future of business and the future of the planet. Last year, the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) published a report entitled The State of Supply Chain Sustainability 2023.

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Step Past AI Hype Drive Real Value

Supply Chain Shaman

The booths at the National Retail Federation (NRF) on January 12 th -14 th will shine brightly with AI plastered everywhere. However, based on my discussions with the technologists, the real improvements to drive value will be few and far between. Venture capitalists are high on Artificial Intelligence (AI), and over-exuberant professors with shiny new models are jockeying into position to get rich.

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Logility Reports Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

Logility

Atlanta, GA – November 21, 2024 – Logility Supply Chain Solutions, Inc. ( Logility ) ( NASDAQ: LGTY ), a leader in AI-first supply chain planning software, today reported its second quarter fiscal year 2025 financial results. “Subscription revenues continued to grow, up nine percent year over year in the current quarter, even though we faced a number of headwinds as start dates on a couple of projects pushed out and delayed closing of several late-stage deals in our pipeline,” said Allan D

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Driving Responsiveness and Profitability via Flexible Production Planning: Three Customer Case Studies 

BlueYonder

Many of the challenges faced by the world’s automotive and equipment manufacturers can be mitigated via flexible production planning. By digitalizing and automating their production planning processes, manufacturers can respond faster and more profitably when confronted with demand variability, materials shortages, logistics roadblocks and other supply chain issues.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Transportation Management Perspectives: Shippers vs. LSPs

Talking Logistics

Insights into the North American supply chain from Descartes’ 2024 Global Transportation Management Benchmark Survey The role of transportation management has become more critical than ever as companies strive to balance efficiency, cost, and customer satisfaction. To explore industry perspectives on transportation management and supply chain trends, Descartes recently conducted the 2024 Global Transportation Management.

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AI in Supply Chain: Avoiding 'Shiny Object Syndrome'

John Galt

Is GenAI giving you FOMO? Learn why it’s important to keep a focus on value and adopt AI in supply chain with a focus on driving results.

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Navigating DORA: Key Considerations for the Financial Sector

IT Supply Chain

By Sean Tilley (pictured) Director of Sales EMEA at 11:11 Systems The post Navigating DORA: Key Considerations for the Financial Sector appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Podcast | From Resilience to Robustness: The Key to Supply Chain Success

Supply Chain Brain

Modern-day supply chains are obsessed with the goal of becoming resilient. But is that enough?

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How to Write a Cover Letter for a Supply Chain Internship

IT Supply Chain

By Daniel Mantere (pictured) Researcher & Author The post How to Write a Cover Letter for a Supply Chain Internship appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Warehouse Location – Is it really that important?

Logistics Bureau

We are constantly told by Real Estate companies that the three most important elements of any real estate purchase are location, location, location. But does this really hold true for industrial real estate and in particular distribution centres (DCs) and warehouses? I would like to argue… not quite! If we look objectively at a company’s needs for DCs, we should start with the premise that we don’t need any.

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The Power of AI in Sales & 7 Ways You Can Use It in 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Ellie Yantsan (pictured) Digital Marketer The post The Power of AI in Sales & 7 Ways You Can Use It in 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Wee on US Truckload Rates Since 2010

Supply Chain Digest

Rates Up 38 Percent in 14 Years

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How to Use Screen Recording for Training Employees on Supply Chain Software

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post How to Use Screen Recording for Training Employees on Supply Chain Software appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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A Seamless Fit: Why Canadian Apparel Brands Partner with NFI for Logistics

NFI

Reading Time: 3 minutes Guest Blog by Kyle Resnick, Sr. Director of Business Development at NFI From the shifting needs of seasonal trends to the rapid scaling required to meet demand, having a flexible and responsive 3PL partner is essential for clothing, footwear, and accessories brands.

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How Technology is Shaping the Future of Online English Teaching

IT Supply Chain

By Monica Ruda (pictured) ELT Writer & Teacher Trainer The post How Technology is Shaping the Future of Online English Teaching appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Warehouse Automation Supports eCommerce Peak Demands

Locus Robotics

Home November 21, 2024 How Warehouse Automation Supports eCommerce Peak Demands Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager As customers continue to place more and more orders online, eCommerce warehouses are racing to keep up with soaring customer expectations, especially during peak shopping periods like Black Friday and the holiday season. To meet these demands, many operations are turning to warehouse automation solutions that optimize fulfillment processes, minimize human error, and ultima

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Happening Now: Cargo Records at LA and Long Beach Ports

West Coast and California Logistics

According to the Los Angeles Times , The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are experiencing record-high cargo traffic. This surge is attributed to multiple factors including the diversion of goods to Southern California following a recent labor dispute that shut down major East and Gulf Coast ports.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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How Companies Can Get Better Prepared for Sustainability Regulations

Supply Chain Brain

With a barrage of sustainability laws and regulations across the globe, most companies are under-prepared to meet their obligations when it comes to reporting their emissions.

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The Five Focusing Steps in Practice: 5 – Repeat

Demand Driven Technologies

Are you familiar with the “five focusing steps”? This approach is at the heart of the Theory of Constraints (TOC), the school of thought initiated by Dr. Eli Goldratt, author of the bestseller “The Goal.” If you have 1 identified your constraints, 2 optimized their use, 3 subordinated other resources to these constraints, and 4.

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U.S. Retailers Raise Alarm Over Ongoing Red Sea Crisis, Looming Port Strike

Supply Chain Brain

November 19 marked a year since Houthi rebels attacked the British-owned Galaxy Leader cargo ship as it moved through the Red Sea, taking its crew hostage.

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Key Trucking Industry Trends to Watch in 2025

Loginext

Discover 2025 trucking trends like delivery management software, smart fleets, and AI-powered logistics solutions shaping efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The post Key Trucking Industry Trends to Watch in 2025 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Chinese Carrier Detained for Suspected Sabotage of Telecom Lines

Supply Chain Brain

Investigators say that the Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng 3 left a Russian port on November 15, and was passing through the area of each cable at the time they were damaged.

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Sustainability in Logistics: Navigating the Path to a Greener Future

MercuryGate

Sustainability doesn’t have to be a cost burden. You can significantly improve sustainability through efficiency, a powerful way to drive out waste and create value. The post Sustainability in Logistics: Navigating the Path to a Greener Future appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Cylindrical Sails Fitted to VLGC Should Cut Fuel, Emissions by 4%

Supply Chain Brain

The Norsepower Rotor Sails use a small amount of electricity to spin cylindrical sails to harness the Magnus effect, an aerodynamic principle that generates thrust from wind.

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The Five Focusing Steps in Practice: 5 – Repeat

Demand Driven Technologies

Are you familiar with the “five focusing steps”? This approach is at the heart of the Theory of Constraints (TOC), the school of thought initiated by Dr. Eli Goldratt, author of the bestseller “The Goal.” If you have 1 identified your constraints, 2 optimized their use, 3 subordinated other resources to these constraints, and 4.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Boeing CEO Calls on Employees to Take Ownership of Turnaround

Supply Chain Brain

Ortberg bluntly told employees during a companywide address on November 20 that they control the company’s destiny.

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AI: Friend or Foe to Critical Infrastructure Threats?

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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Unions Challenge Canada’s Back-to-Work Order

Supply Chain Brain

Canada’s Industrial Relations Board ordered a resumption of operations at all affected Canadian ports from the morning of November 16.