Logility

JANUARY 10, 2023

Key Takeaways Economists expect slower economic growth in 2023, but still debate whether a global economic recession will officially emerge. Despite the challenges of the last two years and current economic fears, only 12% of companies have stepped up to protect themselves against supply chain disruption. Organizations that fail to plan are more vulnerable to avoidable risks – vendor failures, operational shortfalls, and devastated revenue growth.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

One of the defining characteristics of Industry 4.0 is the smart factory. Not everyone, however, believes the smart factory is a good idea. In fact, Steven L. Blue , President & CEO of Miller Ingenuity, insists smart manufacturing is a dumb idea. “Smart manufacturing has been all the rage in the last few years,” he writes. “And then it was ‘Smart Manufacturing 2.0,’ even though 1.0 was never explained or implemented.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

John Ferguson, chief executive officer of TBM Consulting Group, discusses the importance of Taiwan to global semiconductor production, and tells how the supply chain would be impacted by China invading Taiwan.

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IT Supply Chain

JANUARY 10, 2023

By Vijay Natarajan (pictured). VP Global Solutions, MPO. The post Why Is Supply Chain Visibility Important? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

The pandemic, as well as geopolitical challenges, have triggered a rise in digitization across industry sectors, and manufacturing and logistics are no exception.

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CHAINalytics

JANUARY 10, 2023

This is the fourth in a four-part blog post series on supply chain transformation from Chainalytics’ Supply Chain Operations competency. Be sure to read all the posts for the full story: First, Second, and Third. If you’ve followed earlier posts in this supply chain transformation series, have your team in place (full-time & dedicated), and … The post Supply Chain Transformation Part 4: Working the Road Map Day-to-Day appeared first on Chainalytics.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 10, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. The following are insights gained from my discussion with Shri Hariharan , who leads Blue Yonder’s Consumer Manufacturing Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live. Consumer packaged goods manufacturers are simultaneously managing changing market dynamics and pressures that require very careful consideration and manageme

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QAD

JANUARY 10, 2023

This is not an article about COVID (thank god). What we are seeing now in the economy are the systemic aftershocks. The Great Resignation and national security concerns have fundamentally altered labor availability and where that labor is needed. The question is, can things like labor shortages and inflation be mitigated for competitive advantage? The Great Resignation reduced the amount of labor in the market.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 10, 2023

MELVINDALE, Mich. January 10, 2023 — Evans Distribution Systems, a full-service third-party logistics provider of warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, value-added, and staffing solutions, has been recognized as a 2023 Top 3PL Provider by Multichannel Merchant (MCM). Multichannel Merchant released its eighth annual MCM Top 3PLs directory in late December.

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Arena Solutions

JANUARY 10, 2023

It’s not uncommon for manufacturers to encounter one or more of the following scenarios as part of their new product development (NPD) journey. Insufficient time to source critical parts for upcoming product release in light of an unforeseen shortage. Hazardous design flaw is not detected prior to shipment, resulting in a product recall. Inability to solicit customer feedback throughout the product development cycle.

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Abivin

JANUARY 10, 2023

Improvements to self-driving cars, GPS tracking, and other intelligent solutions for vehicle management were seen in 2022. With more and more real-time data and data analytics tools, most operations in supply chains are becoming more innovative. More companies are prioritizing sustainability as a critical component of the future of logistics. Moving to 2023, data still play an important role in decision-making in transportation management.

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Arena Solutions

JANUARY 10, 2023

From electric vehicles and portable off-grid battery systems to smart solar trackers and air quality monitoring solutions —sustainable technologies are leading the way in innovation. It’s no surprise as rising temperatures, harmful chemicals, air contaminants, and other hazards continue to wreak havoc on our health and planet. With tightening environmental legislation and shifting consumer preferences, there’s a greater push for companies to adopt sustainable manufacturing practices and deliver

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Arkieva

JANUARY 10, 2023

Businesses can almost guarantee a jump in returns following the holidays. How can you account for returns in your demand forecasting? Surviving the Impact of Holiday Returns on Demand Forecasting was first posted on January 10, 2023 at 8:20 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Advertiser: GEP

“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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Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 10, 2023

US Trade Deficit Down Big in November. Union Pacific Finally Delivers the Corn Feed. FedEx Cuts Back Sunday Deliveries Some More.

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Arena Solutions

JANUARY 10, 2023

It’s not uncommon for manufacturers to encounter one or more of the following scenarios as part of their new product development (NPD) journey. Insufficient time to source critical parts for upcoming product release in light of an unforeseen shortage Hazardous design flaw is not detected prior to shipment, resulting in a product recall Inability to solicit customer feedback throughout the product development cycle Limited flexibility to add or change requirements over the course of the project T

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Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 10, 2023

25 Percent of Current Global Trade will Flip to Local, Report Predicts

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

This webinar is a must-see for any supply chain or warehouse professional who's either planning to attend Promat 2023 or still deciding to attend. In this webinar we will discuss what the future of distribution has to hold in 2023 and beyond. .

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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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Unleashed

JANUARY 10, 2023

These days, it’s easier than ever to start a successful business. That means there’s plenty of competition for everyone. Supply chain planning is the key to coming out on top. Optimising your supply chain processes will give your business the best chance at thriving in a competitive landscape. And it all starts here. In this supply chain planning guide: What is supply chain planning?

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 10, 2023

During what is typically peak season in customer demand, what we’re seeing instead is reduced shipping demand and declining freight rates. The year 2022 saw the challenge of retailers having overstocked inventory created by inventory gluts from COVID demand changing. Of course, we’re also experiencing a tight economy. Retailers responded to their high inventory with promotions, such as extensive discounts and extended Black Friday sales, to encourage consumer demand.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

This article was originally published by David Leichner of Authority Magazine. . T he cascading logistical problems caused by the pandemic and the war in Eastern Europe have made securing a reliable supply chain a national imperative. In addition, severe cyberattacks – like the highly publicized Colonial pipeline attack – have brought supply chain cybersecurity into the limelight.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

U.S. inbound container volumes fell in December to close to pre-pandemic levels, as forecasts point to deeper declines in the coming months.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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The Smart Software

JANUARY 10, 2023

How long should it take for a demand forecast to be computed using statistical methods? This question is often asked by customers and prospects. The answer truly depends. Forecast results for a single item can be computed in the blink of an eye, in as little as a few hundredths of a second, but sometimes they may require as much as five seconds. To understand the differences, it’s important to understand that there is more involved than grinding through the forecast arithmetic itself.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

Amazon for years has worked to expand its e-commerce success beyond its own webstore.

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Abivin

JANUARY 10, 2023

Các tiến bộ công nghệ cho xe tự lái, theo dõi GPS và các giải pháp thông minh khác cho quản lý phương tiện đã được nhận định trong năm 2022. Với số lượng lớn các dữ liệu thời gian thực và công cụ phân tích dữ liệu ngày càng nhiều và hiệu quả, hầu hết các hoạt động trong chuỗi cung ứng đang trở nên hoàn thiện và hiệu quả hơn hơn. Nhiều công ty đang ưu tiên sự bền vững như một thành phần quan trọng của tương lai Logistic.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

The move is the latest step in FedEx’s effort to reduce costs, improve efficiency and deal with a decline of package volume as people return to shopping at retail stores.

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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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MercuryGate

JANUARY 10, 2023

Manual processes for tracking and monitoring product safety compliance leave organizations vulnerable to failures with government organizations and consumer expectations. That can translate to significant profit losses. Digitization and automation technology streamlines product safety processes – saving your business time, effort, and money. The post Benefits of Automation in Product Safety Compliance appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 10, 2023

The ground stop was lifted at 9am January 11, with the FAA declaring that operations were “resuming gradually across the United States.”.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 10, 2023

The post New Year Insights for the Procurement Solutions and Services Marketplace 2023: JAGGAER appeared first on JAGGAER.

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