Elementum

AUGUST 29, 2017

As a center of petro-chemical industry and a conduit of trucking and rail out of Mexico, the key supply chain hub is currently devastated by Hurricane Harvey. With a growing death toll, many more injured, and a cumulative 50 inches of expected rain , the hurricane is unprecedented in the region in terms of rainfall and flooding. The response to the hurricane — both in terms of rescue efforts and reorganizing the operations of effected businesses — will be Herculean.

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NFI Industries

AUGUST 29, 2017

Technology is growing at a rapid pace. The days of payphones, floppy disks, and dial-up internet are all but forgotten, replaced by smartphones, flash drives, and Wi-Fi. With this growth comes change that is revolutionizing the way that companies interact with their consumers and suppliers. A rising catalyst of this change is the Internet of. Read More.

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RFgen

AUGUST 29, 2017

Automated data collection tools can increase worker productivity on the factory floor. Gaining greater transparency into operations on the shop floor is increasingly critical as manufacturers transform their business models around digital technologies. Up to this point, the actual production center often presented a gap in coverage. Specialized warehouse management systems covered inventories prior to production with shipping and fulfillment tools tracking final products.

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Convey

AUGUST 29, 2017

Investment Will Accelerate Move into New Verticals and Global Supply Chain Market. AUSTIN, Texas– Convey , the customer-centric delivery platform, today announced $8.25 million in Series B funding from Techstars® Venture Capital Fund, RPM Ventures and other investors. This latest round brings total funding to $15.75 million, and will be used to expand innovation and execution in product development, engineering and customer success, and to pursue new market opportunities beyond retail.

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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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RFgen

AUGUST 29, 2017

Automated data collection tools can increase worker productivity on the factory floor. Gaining greater transparency into operations on the shop floor is increasingly critical as manufacturers transform their business models around digital technologies. Up to this point, the actual production center often presented a gap in coverage. Specialized warehouse management systems covered inventories prior to production with shipping and fulfillment tools tracking final products.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 29, 2017

According to a recent survey conducted by KLR one of the largest accounting firms in New England, manufacturers are largely positive about where their industry is heading.  KLR discovered that more than half of New England manufacturing executives expect continued revenue growth in 2017. Their survey revealed that manufacturers expect growth in both existing markets and in new innovative products and services. .

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Lucas

AUGUST 29, 2017

Recent malware attacks highlighted the dangers of running PCs with outdated and unsupported operating systems. The WannaCry and Petya attacks were especially harmful for individuals and organizations running Windows XP, which has been out of support since 2014. Despite this fresh reminder of the risks of using outdated systems, very few IT and operations leaders we talk to are even aware that Microsoft is “sunsetting” the legacy Windows mobile operating systems running on the majorit

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RELEX Solutions

AUGUST 29, 2017

Read PDF. Dollarstore , one of Sweden’s fastest growing discount chains, with 57 stores around the country, has chosen RELEX Solutions to help improve its supply chain processes. RELEX will provide Dollarstore with the tools it needs to automate its replenishment ordering process and free up time and resources to further develop its business and improve its customer experience.

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Lucas

AUGUST 29, 2017

Recent malware attacks highlighted the dangers of running PCs with outdated and unsupported operating systems. The WannaCry and Petya attacks were especially harmful for individuals and organizations running Windows XP, which has been out of support since 2014. Despite this fresh reminder of the risks of using outdated systems, very few IT and operations leaders we talk to are even aware that Microsoft is “sunsetting” the legacy Windows mobile operating systems running on the majorit

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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 Digest

AUGUST 29, 2017

Physical Twins Provide Data over Time that Allows Digital Version to Simulate and Optimize Peformance, Among Other Benefits

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Lucas

AUGUST 29, 2017

Recent malware attacks highlighted the dangers of running PCs with outdated and unsupported operating systems. The WannaCry and Petya attacks were especially harmful for individuals and organizations running Windows XP, which has been out of support since 2014. Despite this fresh reminder of the risks of using outdated systems, very few IT and operations leaders we talk to are even aware that Microsoft is “sunsetting” the legacy Windows mobile operating systems running on the majorit

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 29, 2017

Lights Out Warehousing May Be Somewhere Down the Road, but for Now Robots Supporting Humans Seems to the Winning Concept

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CHAINalytics

AUGUST 29, 2017

By Jim Haller | Senior Manager, Transportation | Chainalytics Shippers have undoubtedly by now heard of the FedEx/UPS Peak Season Surcharge chess match that has been discussed and analyzed at length since both companies announced their holiday rate hikes earlier this year. Not to be overshadowed in their effort to increase competition levels, the United … The post The United States Postal Service Increases Holiday Competition with Their Own Peak Season Strategy appeared first on

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 29, 2017

Capacity Discipline, Mergers, Rising Volumes Augur Well for Carriers, Not Shippers

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 29, 2017

One of the pressing questions of the digital age is whether humans will have a place in the workforce of … Continued. The post Will there be Jobs for Humans in the Years Ahead? appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 29, 2017

Everyone wants to help out in a time of emergency, and truckers are some of the most charitable and compassionate people I know. So a lot of owner-operators are looking for an opportunity to haul emergency supplies to Houston and other areas hit by Hurricane Harvey. You can also make some money — or at least avoid a huge financial loss — if you change your pricing to suit this situation.

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Logistyx

AUGUST 29, 2017

A Useful Checklist of What’s Driving E-Commerce Trends in 2017 Did you know that one in five searches on U.S. android mobile apps are now done as voice searches? Does your SEO strategy take this into consideration? Here’s another important finding – according to e-commerce design firm Red Website Design, 82% of shoppers start their […].

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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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PINC

AUGUST 29, 2017

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 29, 2017

Gartner measures supply chain analytics maturity across seven different dimensions. There are supply chain and demand analytics models that describe the type of analytics being deployed (e.g., descriptive, prescriptive, etc.). Now Gartner has created a different look at the issue by creating a five-stage maturity model for assessing the overall maturity level of your organization in using supply chain analytics.

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Supply Chain Insights

AUGUST 29, 2017

You’re hearing it every single day now… Digital Transformation. If “going digital” implies changing the way things work, then how must digital transformation change the way trade promotion works today? While that may require several volumes, let’s focus on five areas we know must change. #1: Failed Promotions. Oh heck, why not just tackle the big one right away?

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Logility

AUGUST 29, 2017

Even under the best circumstances, developing production/sourcing plans three, six, or nine months into the future with a high degree of confidence is difficult. Huge sales and margin impacts hang in the balance. Once orders are placed, the ability to quickly and optimally respond to changes in demand can mean the difference between profit and loss.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2017

Have you ever ordered something online and then decided to return it? You’re not alone. While returns for in-store purchases average in the single digits, returns from e-commerce sales average 30%, with even higher rates in certain categories. This creates an interesting problem for both retailers and manufacturers that sell online: in addition to predicting a customer’s original order, manufacturers and retailers need to be able to forecast expected returns.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 29, 2017

A customs broker is a natural and necessary part of doing business across the U.S./Mexico border. No matter how seldom you ship across the U.S./Mexico border, every border crossing comes with a significant customs compliance risk. That’s why choosing a customs broker should never be about scoring the best deal. Like other professional services—think doctors, lawyers, and accountants—a customs broker’s primary responsibility is to protect you from risks, not save you a few dollars.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2017

Have you ever ordered something online and then decided to return it? You’re not alone. While returns for in-store purchases average in the single digits, returns from e-commerce sales average 30%, with even higher rates in certain categories. This creates an interesting problem for both retailers and manufacturers that sell online: in addition to predicting a customer’s original order, manufacturers and retailers need to be able to forecast expected returns.

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