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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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Food is Not Food if It’s Unsafe

Enterra Insights

We all need to eat. However, we rely heavily on the agricultural and food service sectors to ensure that the products we put into our bodies are safe to eat. If they’re not safe, they shouldn’t be called food. Food safety is currently a hot topic. Netflix recently released a documentary entitled “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food.” The documentary is based on a book by best-selling author Jeff Benedict.

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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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Hybrid Automation – Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Automation in the Modern Warehouse

This report explores the transformative impact of automation, the evolving role of human workers on-site, and the critical imperative of achieving optimal warehouse efficiency in the digital age.

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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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Store Wars: Return of the Cashier, or The Self-checkout Strikes Back?

IT Supply Chain

By David Jinks M.I.L.T. (pictured) Head of Consumer Research, ParcelHero The post Store Wars: Return of the Cashier, or The Self-checkout Strikes Back? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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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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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.

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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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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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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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Enhancing Efficiency in Design: Suzuki Motor Corporation's Integration of CADDi Drawer

Suzuki Motor Corporation integrates CADDi DRAWER to streamline design processes. The cloud service organizes past drawings, facilitating quick access, reducing search time, and preventing duplication, ultimately enhancing design team efficiency.

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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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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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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 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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Five Best Practices for Balancing Costs, Risks, and Sustainability

In the face of volatile macroeconomic conditions and other complex challenges, supply chain and procurement pros must strike a tough balance between seemingly contradictory demands: boosting performance and sustaining and extending business operations, all while meeting customers’ needs. This GEP paper provides impactful tips on how to develop a strategic procurement approach that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.

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

Supply Chain Digest

Sharp Drop Since 2020, 3PL Study Finds

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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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The Art of Consistent Perfect Order Delivery: Smart Order Fulfillment Through Orchestration

Shippers and logistics service providers are pressured to match the “Amazon effect” for fast and efficient service across multiple B2C, B2B, and D2C channels. Perfect order delivery - on-time and in-full at the lowest possible cost – is critical. However, recent surveys of supply chain stakeholders reveal that many don't have the technology necessary to achieve it.

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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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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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Melrose Says Engine Snags Threaten Airbus, Boeing Delivery Goals

Supply Chain Brain

Peter Dilnot, who takes over as Melrose’s chief executive officer in March 2024, said that while the supply hitches are boosting after-market demand, they’re limiting planemakers’ ability to build jets.

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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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How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Contract Management in Telecom & High-Tech

The high-tech and telecom sectors face a contract management crisis if the process isn’t managed properly. Continual technological changes necessitate adjustments to manufacturing and supply chain processes, leading to a heavy volume of contracts that outpaces most industries. What can CPOs do to ease the contract management burden? In "How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Contract Management in Telecom and High-Tech," GEP experts outline a four-pronged approach to getting contract management under cont