Kinaxis

MARCH 27, 2018

by Alexa Cheater Faster, smarter, more profitable supply chain decisions. Transitioning from hype to reality, artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining momentum across industries thanks to an explosion in computing power and storage, the emergence of IoT (Internet of Things) and big data, and algorithmic advances. While there have been numerous examples of how AI can boost profits in supply chain execution—most notably in the form of autonomous vehicles and smart robotics—the benefits related to s

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 27, 2018

One of the very prominent business services is logistics. If you are the owner of a logistics business or in the role of a logistics business manager then make sure to read on as this article will give you the best insights to optimize your business to make the most out it. Plan Ahead. The first step to finish a task is planning. Now, planning encapsulates several factors, such as obtaining the goods, storage facilities, and delivery of products to the precise location.

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SCM Research

MARCH 27, 2018

A new research report, provided by Mighty Earth, argues that “[deforestation] is the result of a long supply chain that starts on the South American frontier and ends on European plates” The report is titled The Avoidable Crisis. It reveals that a small group of companies controls the global agricultural trade: “These companies collectively control the majority of global grain trade […].

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NFI Industries

MARCH 27, 2018

As the first quarter of 2018 comes to a close, transportation capacity remains a hot topic. The logistics industry is experiencing what is being considered “the perfect storm” as factors such as the economy, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and driver shortages continue to tighten transportation capacity. However, evaluating each factor could uncover additional opportunities for.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Arkieva

MARCH 27, 2018

To set the foundation for this discussion, let us first look at the definition of order lead time. Order lead time is the time gap between the date when a customer places an order and when they expect to receive the product. Typically, in a B2B environment, the expectation is that there will be some gap between the two dates, and in many cases, this gap can be negotiated.

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SupplyShift

MARCH 27, 2018

Paper and packaging is, in some ways, a unique commodity. Unlike other commodities, paper, pulp, and packaging are critical for every industry, from coffee to furniture. Coincidentally, paper and packaging as a commodity also has an outsized impact on natural resources and is one of the more visible areas of impact for many companies. In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase i

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Supply Chain 24/7

MARCH 27, 2018

According to a recent survey, 65% of companies are still using spreadsheets in planning their supply chain process, and while they are familiar, inexpensive, and convenient relying on spreadsheets pose serious setbacks for organizations.

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SupplyShift

MARCH 27, 2018

Paper and packaging is, in some ways, a unique commodity. Unlike other commodities, paper, pulp, and packaging are critical for every industry, from coffee to furniture. Coincidentally, paper and packaging as a commodity also has an outsized impact on natural resources and is one of the more visible areas of impact for many companies. In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase i

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BlueYonder

MARCH 27, 2018

Think back five years ago when you shopped online. Back then, when you placed an order online and the estimated delivery date was 10 days later, that was acceptable. Now think about your online shopping and shipping expectations today – a 10-day delivery estimate is unacceptable to most, if not all, consumers. This is mostly thanks to Amazon Prime , which has drastically changed consumers’ expectations.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 27, 2018

More than half of large companies have already put emergency contingency plans into action, according to a new survey, and in key sectors such as insurance and transport there are warnings of higher prices and disruption for customers if the fragile truce breaks down. British and EU governments last week agreed to postpone discussions over Northern Ireland in order to provisionally agree that a 21-month transition phase could begin after March 2019, but only so long as outstanding disagreements

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FLEXE

MARCH 27, 2018

Earlier this year, we spoke to 16 experts about the future of supply chain and where it’s headed. Industry disruptions aren’t slowing down, technology continues to evolve, and buying behaviors and expectations are changing—all of which affects the supply chain. Commerce used to be straightforward. But shopping today extends beyond store hours and shelf space.

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Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 27, 2018

How will these new capabilities impact the role of supply chain planner

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FLEXE

MARCH 27, 2018

Earlier this year, we spoke to 16 experts about the future of supply chain and where it’s headed. Industry disruptions aren’t slowing down, technology continues to evolve, and buying behaviors and expectations are changing—all of which affects the supply chain. Commerce used to be straightforward. But shopping today extends beyond store hours and shelf space.

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River Logic

MARCH 27, 2018

Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Analytics and Business Intelligence (BI) Platforms measures the maturity of vendors in terms of excellence and completeness of vision. In 2016, Gartner revised its criteria to reflect the growth of more sophisticated analytics that are easier for non-IT professionals to use. The revised criteria have resulted in some vendors moving backward, while others that are in tune with current market needs, such as Microsoft and Tableau, have moved ahead.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 27, 2018

Andrew Lockwood, Senior Manager Analytics & Solution Design at Kenco Group , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What is this “spot market inversion” and what factors are behind it? What does this mean for shippers? How should they interpret and respond to this trend? What’s the biggest mistake a shipper can make right now?

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TradeGecko

MARCH 27, 2018

Aside from the seemingly endless list of end-of-financial-year sales and deals, there are plenty of smart ways that small businesses can save money when tax time rolls around.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MARCH 27, 2018

It’s March Madness, and for most of us that means one thing: Brackets. According to many reports, 70 million people filled one out this year, including some of us who have already had our hopes dashed by early tournament upsets. Imagine if there were a similar process for narrowing down your company’s network of warehouse and fulfillment centers. How would you go about choosing your final contenders, and what criteria would you use?

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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TradeGecko

MARCH 27, 2018

If your business holds stock, it’s important to do an annual stocktake to keep your records up to date. If you haven’t been managing your inventory as effectively as possible up until this point, annual stock taking can be a headache. But the good news is that with proper preparation, a periodic stocktake should be straightforward and hassle-free.

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Supply Chain 24/7

MARCH 27, 2018

Royal Boon Edam a global market leader in entry solutions, was looking to shift towards a combined business model of “made to stock” and “assembly to order” - where modules which could be placed into a configuration requested by the customer would be ready for production, this meant the company needed a different logistics approach to fulfilling these orders.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 27, 2018

“March Madness” is in full swing in college basketball and some industry analysts might also use a similar term to describe the current transportation environment: “Rate Madness!”. Shippers are dealing with higher rates from less-than-truckload (LTL) and truckload carriers, new surcharges are being added for service in some cities, and providers are actively turning down loads.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 27, 2018

When you’re picking carriers to move your freight, there may seem like an overwhelming number of options. In fact, there’s an estimated 206,600 for-hire full truckload carriers in the United States. Yet despite all the options, securing the equipment you need can be challenging—especially during a tight market. Available truckload capacity changes all the time.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 27, 2018

Symbiosis is defined as a mutually beneficial relationship. A number of analysts believe, in the near future, a symbiotic relationship is going to develop between the supply chain and the Internet of Things (IoT) — sometimes referred to as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). If you modify the term “IoT” to “IoT ecosystem,” I agree a symbiotic relationship is likely to develop.

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Elementum

MARCH 27, 2018

In 2006, lithium-ion batteries consumed only 20% of the global cobalt supply. Ten years later, that number has more than doubled. It’s expected that market demand for the metal will increase to more than 120,000 tonnes per year by 2020 — 60% of which will account for battery production alone. As a finite but clearly valuable resource locked mostly in countries with difficult-to-track labor standards, cobalt’s supply chain has fallen under intense scrutiny in recent months, and companies are rush

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Elementum

MARCH 27, 2018

In 2006, lithium-ion batteries consumed only 20% of the global cobalt supply. Ten years later, that number has more than doubled. It’s expected that market demand for the metal will increase to more than 120,000 tonnes per year by 2020 — 60% of which will account for battery production alone. As a finite but clearly valuable resource locked mostly in countries with difficult-to-track labor standards, cobalt’s supply chain has fallen under intense scrutiny in recent months, and companies are rush

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