Wed.Nov 04, 2015

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Never Living the Same Day Twice: The Art and Joy of Solving Supply Chain Puzzles

Talking Logistics

One of the best quotes I heard this year came from a young professional commenting on why she chose a career in supply chain management: “I wanted to work in a field where I knew I wouldn’t live the same day twice.”. Every day in supply chain management brings new challenges and opportunities. Or to echo Quintiq’s tagline, every day brings new puzzles to solve.

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Digital supply chain? Pigs will fly!

Kinaxis

by Trevor Miles At Kinexions this year we have a lineup of very interesting speakers discussing innovation and digital supply chains. On the first day, Jeff DeGraff , the Dean of Innovation, will be our keynote speaker. In his session, Connecting the Dots of Innovation , he’ll be talking about how conventional organizational strategies, structures and processes are being replaced by boundless affiliations where connecting the dots of diverse cultures and competencies has become the essential fun

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Human/Machine Collaboration, Part 1

Enterra Insights

Arguing that some jobs now being performed by humans aren’t going to be lost to technology (be it hardware (e.g., … Continued. The post Human/Machine Collaboration, Part 1 appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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How Lego supply chain should prevent hitting a brick wall

Supply Chain Movement

I just read in the Guardian newspaper that Lego doesn’t expect to be able to meet demand for its popular brick toys this Christmas. Do spare a thought for the dejected children – and let’s face it – more than a few grown-up ‘helpers’! Coincidentally, in November 2013 I chaired a conference panel discussion in Amsterdam and Lego’s supply chain director was on the panel.

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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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Five Key Elements that Drive Manufacturing Flow

synchrono

If you follow the Demand-Driven Matters blog, you know we specialize in Demand-Driven Manufacturing and have identified the two key components of this method as synchronization and flow. At an enterprise level, synchronization is all about fully connecting your organization to aggregate and share information in real-time. Data from machines, tools, applications, enterprise systems – any data source – is synchronized to drive decision-making (In our view, this also enables the Industrial Internet

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Supply Chain News Makers Video Series on Keys to Supply Chain Business Intelligence

Supply Chain Digest

Tom Dadmun, the recently retired VP of supply chain for network gear maker Adtran, Shares his Experience

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In-Store Fulfillment: How to Do It Right

Logistics Viewpoints

Over the last few months, I’ve done extensive research on omni-channel fulfillment processes and technologies. One of the findings from my study was that one of the biggest questions retailers face when they move to an omni-channel initiative is where to start? With the continued growth in online shopping, retailers are trying to figure out how best to fulfill e-commerce orders.

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FMCG Foods: Hugh F-W and UK Retailer & Producer Waste

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Good to see chefy type and anagramists dream Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall speaking out about the continuing food waste in UK. After the faceless, expenses-hungry suits in Brussels relaxed the laws some years ago retailers have been allowed to vary their acceptance standards for misshapen fruit and vegetables. This has resulted in horrific food waste as shown by the non-pretty parsnip mountain in Hugh’s link above.

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Transportation Sales: Finding Right Thinking Guys

The Logistics of Logistics

One of the keys to being successful in transportation sales is finding the right kind of customers. The ideal customer will like your company’s service offering and believe in your business philosophy. In other words, these guys get it. My friend and former boss Craig Winn called these prospects “Right Thinking Guys” or RTGs. As a salesman, you know immediately when you have found a right thinking guy.

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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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15 Reasons Why Holiday 2015 Will Exceed Expectations

Tompkins Blog

Black Friday is over 3 weeks away and retail sales are predicted to hit new highs this holiday season. Holiday 2015 will go down in the record books as a phenomenal success. The post 15 Reasons Why Holiday 2015 Will Exceed Expectations appeared first on Tompkins International.

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Transportation Sales: Finding Right Thinking Guys

The Logistics of Logistics

One of the keys to being successful in transportation sales is finding the right kind of customers. The ideal customer will like your company’s service offering and believe in your business philosophy. In other words, these guys get it. My friend and former boss Craig Winn called these prospects “Right Thinking Guys” or RTGs. As a salesman, you know immediately when you have found a right thinking guy.

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Uber reveals $250m investment in MENA region

Logistics Middle East

Uber operates in 13 cities across nine countries.

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Transportation Sales: Finding Right Thinking Guys

The Logistics of Logistics

One of the keys to being successful in transportation sales is finding the right kind of customers. The ideal customer will like your company’s service offering and believe in your business philosophy. In other words, these guys get it. My friend and former boss Craig Winn called these prospects “Right Thinking Guys” or RTGs. As a salesman, you know immediately when you have found a right thinking guy.

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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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Survey reveals what Emiratis vs expats look for in jobs

Logistics Middle East

The findings of the study show that UAE nationals and expatriates have radically different perspectives when it comes to what matters most to them at work.

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Logistics News on Automating Labor Intensive Operations

Supply Chain Digest

Blending Automated and Manual Operations for Maximum Benefit

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Maersk Line slashes jobs and spending amid rate plunge

Logistics Middle East

Maersk Line slashes jobs, cancels newbuild options, lays up ships and suspends services amid dire market conditions.

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Westside Baby Secures Much Needed Space for Kimberly Clark

FLEXE

<p>Westside Baby is a non-profit organization that collects donations and distributes childcare products to families in need. They were just about to receive pallets of diapers from Kimberly Clark when they realized they did not have the space. Unfortunately, Westside Baby suffered a fire in one of their facilities, which required them to move to another location that simply wasn’t big enough to handle the large shipment from Kimberly Clark.

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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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Managing Supplier Risk: A Lesson from Parnell and Peanuts

EcoVadis

The Peanut Corporation of America Salmonella Scandal. Let’s talk supplier risk management. As you’ve likely heard by now, late last month, Stuart Parnell, the 61-year-old owner, president, and CEO of the now-defunct Peanut Corporation of America, was handed a 28-year prison sentence after being found guilty on 71 criminal counts, including conspiracy, fraud, and other federal charges.

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South Sudan cargo plane crash kills at least 40 people

Logistics Middle East

Russian-made plane crashes shortly after take off near Juba airport, South Sudan, killing 'dozens' with reports putting the death toll as high as 40.

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Sudden lane changes causes most fatal Dubai car crashes

Logistics Middle East

Last year, 177 people died on Dubai?s roads ? 45 of them from swerving into another lane without warning.

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