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Interoperability in the Supply Chain: Leveraging the OSI Model for Seamless Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

In the rapidly evolving world of global supply chains, interoperability—the ability of systems, devices, and organizations to work together seamlessly—has become a critical factor for operational efficiency. By applying the ISO OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) seven layer model, traditionally used in networking, to logistics, businesses can achieve a structured framework that enhances communication, reduces friction, and improves collaboration throughout the supply chain.

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Breaking Down Supply Chain Optimization: Turning Data Into Actionable Insights

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Ever feel like your supply chain is a tangled mess of spreadsheets, frantic phone calls, and last-minute scrambles? You’re not alone. Customers expect seamless experiences, and inefficiencies can quickly erode your bottom line. That’s where data analytics comes in. It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine.

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Blue Yonder’s Security Fails: LogiNext is the Right Solution

Loginext

The recent Blue Yonder breach exposes the risks of legacy systems. Learn why LogiNext’s secure, modern approach to supply chain management is the right solution. The post Blue Yonder’s Security Fails: LogiNext is the Right Solution appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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What The Canada Post Strike Means for Freight Shipping

Freightera

Canada Post’s Strike Is Impacting Businesses Across North America: Here’s What You Need to Know The nationwide strike by Canada Post workers, which began on November 15, 2024, has had a significant impact on the freight-shipping landscape of Canada. While this strike mainly affects mail and parcel services, its ripple effects can be felt across the freight industry too.

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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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Sophistication of cyber attacks demands a balanced cyber security strategy

IT Supply Chain

By Brian Spanswick (pictured) CIO & CISO, Cohesity The post Sophistication of cyber attacks demands a balanced cyber security strategy appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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2025 predictions – how AI is likely to play out in the new year

IT Supply Chain

By Craig Martell (pictured) CTO, Cohesity The post 2025 predictions – how AI is likely to play out in the new year appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Chinese EV Companies Push Suppliers to Slash Costs

Supply Chain Brain

According to a companywide email from BYD executive vice president He Zhiqi, a "decisive battle" is underway across China's EV market.

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Combatting Cyber Scrooges this Black Friday – Making Cyber Vulnerabilities a Thing of Christmas Past

IT Supply Chain

By Steve Bradford (pictured) Senior Vice President EMEA, SailPoint The post Combatting Cyber Scrooges this Black Friday – Making Cyber Vulnerabilities a Thing of Christmas Past appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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VW to Sell Xinjiang Facilities

Supply Chain Brain

The carmaker's joint-venture assembly plant in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, designed to build gasoline-powered cars, was also losing money.

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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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Using AI for Demand Forecasting in the Logistics Sector

IT Supply Chain

By Liliia Kovalyk (pictured) Content Writer, at Master of Code Global The post Using AI for Demand Forecasting in the Logistics Sector appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supplier Onboarding: Step-by-Step Process for Procurement Success

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There’s no such thing as the perfect number of suppliers. No matter how strong or weak one’s supplier relationships are, Procurement teams can never truly know whether they have too few or too many suppliers given that every business has its own unique needs, challenges, and strategies. But there’s one thing that Procurement can be sure about: supplier onboarding (or vendor onboarding) will always be an important process for the business.

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Mastering UX/UI: Creating Seamless User Journeys

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering UX/UI: Creating Seamless User Journeys appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Mexico Threatens to Bite Back Against Trump Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

President Claudia Sheinbaum warned that the proposed 25% import tariffs on all goods entering the U.S. would result in mutually assured economic destruction for both countries.

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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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AI for Content Marketing: Help or Harm?

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post AI for Content Marketing: Help or Harm? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Letter from a Dead Man (Alive Again)

Talking Logistics

Have you had thoughts of hurting or killing yourself? I was asked that question several times this past year, whenever I visited my doctor or therapist. My answer was always the same: No. But to be honest, for the first time in my life, I can now see how someone reaches that point. When your. Read more The post Letter from a Dead Man (Alive Again) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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November 27, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog More Resources Home November 27, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Judah Levine November 27, 2024 Get Started Weekly highlights Ocean Rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 4% to $5,122/FEU.

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Trump Tariffs: Mexico, Canada and China Tariff Announcement: Impact & Analysis

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Trump Tariffs: Mexico, Canada and China Tariff Announcement: Impact & Analysis Judah Levine November 27, 2024 Get Started President Elect Trump announced on social media yesterday that he intends to impose a 25% tariff on all goods entering the US from Mexico and Canada on his first day in office as a response to illegal drugs and immigrants enteri

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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