Shipsy
MARCH 26, 2019
Using games to drive business goals The idea of competitive play has been an integral part of an individual’s evolutionary process. As quoted by the author of ‘Gamification by Design’, Gabe Zicherman, “Games are the only force in the known universe that can get people to take actions against their self-interest, in a predictable way, without using force.
DynaSys
MARCH 26, 2019
In my backyard I have a garden where I grow fruits and vegetables. I am enjoying seeing the fruits of my labor such as frail buds of a tender green, flowering fruit trees or fruits growing. In my opinion, the real enjoyment of gardening occurs when I am able to share my fruits and vegetables with friends and family so we can enjoy a nice meal together.
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ivalua
MARCH 26, 2019
Every year, The Hackett Group conducts an in-depth key issues study. The latest study focuses on Procurement’s transformation journey including the goals and obstacles limiting progress. Further, to bridge the digital transformation gap, the report digs into technologies that an increasing number of Procurement organizations are planning to adopt over the next 1-2 years.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 26, 2019
Warehouse businesses thrive where there is orderliness. They also do well when employees are safe. Unfortunately, accidents can happen in a matter of seconds leading to injuries and even fatalities. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that there is an average of 16 fatalities yearly in the warehousing and storage industry and an injury.read More.
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
Talking Logistics
MARCH 26, 2019
As the evolution of retail and the way consumers purchase goods continues to change, meeting the challenge to effectively serve both consumers and retailers is a strategic challenge for both shippers and carriers. Understanding the ever-changing ecommerce landscape that includes new shopping preferences, fast delivery options, and fluctuating fulfillment infrastructure is critical.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Arkieva
MARCH 26, 2019
Planners in certain industries such as the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) prefer updating forecasts at an aggregate level but would also sometimes want to lock values at the detail level to prevent disaggregation to a specific combination. How is it done? A planning system is expected to present correct data to the planner at whatever level it is being looked at.
QAD
MARCH 26, 2019
Twisting and turning, changing directions quickly, the Mississippi River winds down the center of the U.S. through New Orleans and out into the Gulf of Mexico. This can also describe the status of today’s consumer packaged goods (CPG) market. Manufacturers of food, beverage and consumer products are facing challenging times, changing consumers and the need to deliver new products to the marketplace faster than ever before.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 26, 2019
Today’s “new retail” — a shopping experience that seamlessly blends digital and offline commerce — is still in its infancy. But it’s already defining the future of technology, business and operational strategies for companies worldwide.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 26, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement (and Purchasing) Job Interview Questions & Answers. For a considerable portion of my career I have worked in the Manufacturing and Logistics/Distribution Industries. In these industries a segment of the Procurement organization is called Commodity Management. However when I entered the Retail industry the group largely responsible for Procurement, amongst other things, was called Category Management.
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.
Supply Chain 24/7
MARCH 26, 2019
The prevalence of internet-based and other new technologies have already created high transparency standards and made end-to-end supply chain visibility a reality.
Brookes Supply Chain Planning Blog
MARCH 26, 2019
When a business finds itself in a declining market, failing to stay in lock step with customer demand poses an existential threat. Trends and other market forces that impact commercial opportunities need to appear on the planning radar. Therefore, traditional push-driven supply chains are wholly unfit for this situation.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
MARCH 26, 2019
As the evolution of retail and the way consumers purchase goods continues to change, effectively serving both consumers and retailers is a strategic challenge for both shippers and carriers. Understanding the ever-changing ecommerce landscape that includes new shopping preferences, fast delivery options, and fluctuating fulfillment infrastructure is critical.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 26, 2019
Listen to “Logistics Partnership: Here's What Shippers Want” on Spreaker. Logistics Partnership Resources How to Work with a 3PL, The Benefits of a 3PL, & the Future Trends of the 3PL Industry Download E-book The Essential Guide to Third Party Logistics: What is a 3PL, Considerations for Hiring, & How to Select & Implement a.read More.
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DAT Solutions
MARCH 26, 2019
It looks like we'll have to wait a little longer for a spring surge. The spot market appeared heading for a rebound early in March, but a number of unexpected events have kept rates in check. Flooding in the Midwest closed roads and rail lines, which will impact freight markets for weeks to come. There was also a major tank fire in Houston last week, which added further disruption.
Enterra Insights
MARCH 26, 2019
Is your company poised to succeed in the digital age? It’s a question often asked by analysts and business leaders alike. Many analysts assert companies organized around principles developed during the industrial age will have difficulty surviving in the digital age. They recommend these companies undergo a digital transformation that better situates them for success now and in the future.
ivalua
MARCH 26, 2019
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Parade
MARCH 26, 2019
Whether the broker realizes it or not, carriers can switch between brokerages and platforms to find freight anywhere. They have access to near-infinite opportunities on loadboards, have direct relationships with shippers, and leverage new digital freight matching technology. So what keeps a carrier from switching between the many brokerage options to find freight that fits their needs?
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Kinaxis
MARCH 26, 2019
by Dustin Mattison. I recently spoke with Robert Thiemann , the Founder of BPM-Lux and Advisor of BPM, Logistics & Transport to discuss recent changes in cross-border geoblocking regulations in Europe and the implications for consumers and sellers. As a result of these changes, Thiemann details why online retailers will need to consider how to design last mile supply chain solutions to facilitate cross border deliveries and the return of unwanted goods for end consumers.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 26, 2019
Drone technology is enhancing operations, worker productivity, business profitability and more.
Xeeva
MARCH 26, 2019
Recently, we co-hosted a webinar with Institute for Supply Management (ISM), and it was full of great insights! ISM’s Managing Director of Global Operations, Lane Burkitt, chatted with our Chief Strategy Officer, Steve Griffiths, about how technology is solving one of the biggest challenges that procurement organizations deal with: maverick spend. One of the highlights of the webinar was their discussion about the reasons why maverick spend occurs.
Rootstock
MARCH 26, 2019
Listening to clients and prospect is one of our most important responsibilities. That’s the best way to insure our solutions address your real-world problems. Over the last several months, one thing we’ve heard consistently, from manufacturing pros across a range of industries, is the desire for options when it comes to embracing cloud ERP.
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Savant Events
MARCH 26, 2019
Right on time for the beginning of the season, we had the opportunity to talk with Matt Roberts, Global Research Director of Formula 1, about how the group is taking huge steps towards customer centricity. Here’s what we talked about! Formula 1 is putting more and more focus in listening to the voice of the customer. What do you think it changed in the last two years in terms of responsiveness to the voice of the customer, and where do you want to be in 5 years?
American Global Logistics
MARCH 26, 2019
The Loadstar — After a volatile first quarter, ocean freight is heading into a more stable pricing environment, but uncertainty over fuel costs and trade politics still make for difficult steering, warns American Global Logistics (AGL). The US forwarder has advised clients to exercise caution in the upcoming round of contract negotiations, urging them to concentrate […].
HICX Solutions
MARCH 26, 2019
Q1 2019 is already drawing to a close (if you can quite believe it – where does the time go?), and that means it’s time to dive into the latest Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Risk SolutionMap from Spend Matters. Truth be told, not a huge amount has changed since the last SolutionMap was released in Q4 2018 , but that’s not always a bad thing.
Slimstock
MARCH 26, 2019
Andrew Thomas, founder of Skybell Video Doorbell, reports that it takes roughly 40 positive customer experiences to undo the damage of a single negative review. With stats like that, it’s easy to see why customer satisfaction influences customer loyalty, retention, and even your ability to attract new customers. If one element of a business’ product or service dissatisfies a customer, the rest of the business can suffer, majorly impacting your bottom line.
This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.
Unleashed
MARCH 26, 2019
Inventory is the necessary part of any business and proper eCommerce inventory control is one of the essential components for business growth. A crucial element of this inventory control is ensuring consistency of stock across all sales channels. With the 24/7 shopping convenience of online stores, eCommerce inventory control is more significant than ever before.
Alloy
MARCH 26, 2019
When it comes to retail analytics , the most valuable insights are often hidden deep beneath the surface, at the store-by-store level. For that reason, creative technology leader Kano Computing turned to Alloy to help them analyze their channel point-of-sale and inventory data at a more granular level. About Kano Kano is spearheading the creative movement in computer technology by delivering coding kits for “young people and the young at heart.
EnVista
MARCH 26, 2019
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Dynamics 365 or D365) unifies CRM and ERP capabilities into a single system that works across sales, customer service, field service, operations, financials, marketing, and project service automation in order to simplify data management.
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