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Why Top LSPs Take A Supply Chain Orchestration Approach to Success

Talking Logistics

Logistics service providers (LSPs) face a unique challenge. In addition to the evolving customer demands within an increasingly global, networked, multi-channel supply chain, these professionals juggle a variety of clients with differing supply chain management needs. Many leading LSPs, such as DSV, CEVA, and GEODIS, have opted for a more holistic supply chain orchestration approach.

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Editor’s Choice: Reducing Lead Times with Real-Time Data

Logistics Viewpoints

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. This article is from Descartes Systems Group and looks at how companies can reduce lead times with real-time data. As so many of us were made aware since the pandemic lead times were stretched to extreme levels for many products globally.

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Specialized Food Inventory Software

My Office Apps

Differentiating Specialized Food Inventory Software: Beyond Standard Inventory Management Solutions Not all inventory management software is created equal. This guide illuminates the key differences between generic inventory solutions and specialized software tailored for the intricacies of the food industry. Discover how advanced features address specific needs like lot numbers, expiration dates, catch weight, and consumption control.

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Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter

IT Supply Chain

By Charlie Huggins (pictured) Manager of the Quality Shares Portfolio at Wealth Club The post Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter 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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Migrating from Legacy ERP to Cloud-Based ERP and Its Impact on Data Collection Software

RFgen

The ERP landscape is changing. Businesses that have long relied on legacy ERP systems like Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), JD Edwards, SAP ECC, and Microsoft AX are now navigating the complex journey towards modern, cloud-based solutions such as Oracle Fusion Cloud , SAP S/4HANA Cloud , and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365). The move from a legacy ERP to a cloud-based ERP system is driven by the need for landscape simplification, enhanced flexibility, and the promise of a scalable, future-proof infra

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5 Lucrative Value-Added Services for Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing

BlueYonder

Over the last five years, B2B commerce has experienced one of the most significant inflection points in its history. Seismic shifts in buying behavior and customer expectations have fundamentally changed the rules of engagement. Omni-channel has been firmly positioned as the new industry standard, forcing wholesale distributors and manufacturers to release the brakes and embrace digital transformation to stay relevant.

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How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Sustainable Product Packaging Impacts Supply Chain Transformation

QAD

Multiple times a day across the globe, a similar conversation takes place. The subject of the conversation is one person giving a grocery list to another so they can stop at a market or store. Quite often, the person dictating the list to the other describes one or more of the products by a distinct characteristic of its packaging rather than by name.

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Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course 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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Securing Supply Chains Against Counterfeits in a Post-COVID World

Supply Chain Brain

The concept of supply chain security holds significant weight in today's global business landscape.

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Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Epicor’s Announced Acquisition of Elite EXTRA

Supply Chain Matters

Mid-market focused ERP software technology provider Epicor today announced the acquisition of Elite EXTRA , a provider of Cloud -based last-mile delivery support. According to the announcement , this acquisition will complement and strengthen Epicor’s abilities to optimize last mile logistics across this provider’s supported vertical industries. It further expands the ERP software provider’s ability to support customers across make, move, sell and deliver business process and decision-making dim

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Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security

IT Supply Chain

By Anurag Lal (pictured) CEO, NetSfere The post Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Supplier Risk Management

HICX Solutions

Learn all you need to know about supplier risk management with our comprehensive guide that’ll help ensure your organization identifies & manages risks. Benefits of SRM: Boost your organization by identifying and averting supplier risks for a resilient supply chain. Risk Assessment: Create a strategy to assess minor and major supplier risks. Leverage Technology: Enhance vendor risk management through real-time tracking, automation, and data analytics.

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Alibaba Postpones Spinout of Cloud Infrastructure Business

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters Breaking Technology News update, we alert readers to an unexpected announcement from China based online retail platform provider Alibaba. Alibaba Group Holding has called off a previous announced spinoff of its Cloud infrastructure hosting business, reportedly stunning investors and casting doubt on a significant corporate restructuring announced nine months prior.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Why is Logistics Outsourcng Spend Declining

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Sharp Drop Since 2020, 3PL Study Finds

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Case Study: Amware Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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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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Supply Chain by the Numbers for November 16, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Garment Workers in Bangladesh Say No More Low Pay. Australian Ports Hit wth Cyber Attack. Jury Hands Amazon a Big Loss over Alleged Ignoring of Worker Abused by Others.

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The Hidden Cost of Plug-in Hybrid Fleets

Supply Chain Brain

The savings as well environmental benefits of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) vanish when fleet drivers fail to charge and become overly reliant on the gasoline engine.

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Data says Synergy Logistics multi-agent orchestration software, SnapControl, is game changer

SnapFulfil

Synergy Logistics, a leading innovator in warehouse technology, is reporting remarkable results with its groundbreaking multi-agent orchestration platform (MAO), SnapControl. This software solution empowers warehouses to achieve seamless and efficient control over all automation devices and robots within their distribution centers (DCs).

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Poor Data Capture: The Silent Killer of Profitability in Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

The process of collecting logistics data from multiple sources such as barcodes, text and objects, and converting it all into an electronic format, can enable better outcomes for the business. But getting it wrong can have the opposite effect.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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How Machine Learning is Reshaping Diverse Sectors with Practical Applications

SCMDOJO

When you think about machine learning, you might imagine robots learning as they interact with their surroundings. In numerous aspects, you’re not too far off. Within the specialized subject of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning refers to the ability of systems and machines to learn from their experiences and get better without explicit programming.

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Eli Lilly to Build $2.1B Factory in Germany

Supply Chain Brain

Sources that spoke to Reuters said the project would create over 1,000 jobs when including sub-contractors as well as suppliers in the region.

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Case Study: Staci Americas Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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Podcast | Autonomous Trucks Are Coming. Really.

Supply Chain Brain

Driverless trucks might be zipping down the roads sooner than you think.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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A Guide to Mastering Inventory Planning & Management with StockTrim

StockTrim

Ah, the world of inventory management—where chaos can reign supreme if not managed well. But fear not! With the right tools and strategies, navigating the inventory labyrinth can be a breeze. In this guide, we’ll unravel the mysteries of inventory planning and management, spiced up with the superhero abilities of StockTrim, the inventory forecasting software that'll save the day!

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October Marked Seventh Straight Month of Increased Spare Capacity

Supply Chain Brain

The survey showed that the extent to which supplier capacity went underutilized was higher in October 2023 than it was in September and August.

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Embracing Automation in Data Entry

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Traditional legacy systems frequently result in unstable cash flow, while also introducing the potential for errors, putting both the broker and the accountant in uncertain positions. This is where technology strides in to save the day.

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