Wed.Jan 22, 2025

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FMCG Opportunity Knocks? Time to Spring Clean your Supply Chain

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Holiday hangover? Ok, so 2024 has been put to bed financially but many will be paying a heavy price for the mammoth last quarter efforts which must have made logistics companies and advertising and promotional agencies extremely wealthy. I wonder what a snap-shot of bottom line profitability looked like over the final few weeks of the year.

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What is DevOps?

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post What is DevOps? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Retail Distribution

Logistics Bureau

Why are Retail Supply Chains different? What is Retail Distribution? Retail distribution is the process of moving products from manufacturers or suppliers through various touch points until they get to the end retail destinations (where consumers can buy them). It includes all the organisations, people, activities, information and resources involved in that product journey.

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Impact of Chinese New Year on Supply Chains: Key Strategies

All Things Supply Chain

Chinese New Year (CNY) is not just a major cultural event; its a pivotal moment for global supply chains.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Salon POS Software: Expert Tips for 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Salon POS Software: Expert Tips for 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Common Mistakes in Appointment Scheduling & How to Avoid Them

IT Supply Chain

By Ellie Yantsan (pictured) Digital Marketer The post Common Mistakes in Appointment Scheduling & How to Avoid Them appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Overcoming Barriers to AI Adoption in Manufacturing: A Roadmap for Transformation

Supply Chain Brain

Despite advances in artificial intelligence, many manufacturers still rely on traditional methods and outdated equipment, limiting their ability to capitalize on AI's potential.

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The Role of Data Security in Email Marketing Campaign Services

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Role of Data Security in Email Marketing Campaign Services appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Multiple Benefits of a Smart, Formalized Knowledge Management System

Supply Chain Brain

The benefits of a knowledge management system go beyond simply being able to capture the quirks of a demanding customer, or the quickest way around a persistent traffic jam.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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The dos and don’ts of e-commerce for 2025

IT Supply Chain

By David Jinks M.I.L.T. (pictured) Head of Consumer Research, Parcelhero The post The dos and donts of e-commerce for 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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CBP Moves to Close 'De Minimis' Loopholes

Supply Chain Brain

CBP estimates that 77% of de minimis shipments in 2023 would have been assessed additional duties had they been subject to the restrictions outlined in the new rules.

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Mastering the Road Ahead: A Freight Broker’s Blueprint for 2025

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

To be successful in 2025, freight brokers must plan for every possible outcome. Whether you’re preparing to scale or guarding against new competition, strategic business planning is critical. The better prepared you are for whatever comes your way, the more nimble you’ll be when the market shifts.

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Ocean Carriers Still Reluctant to Return to Red Sea

Supply Chain Brain

MSC, A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S, Hapag-Lloyd AG and CMA CGM Group have all been hesitant to resume operations in the Red Sea.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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AFCEA West 2025

Exiger Perspectives

Join Exiger at AFCEA West 2025 28 - 30 January 2025 San Diego Convention Center Days Hours Minutes Seconds Meet Up Hear from our experts on resilience, critical minerals, contested logistics, critical infrastructure, and emerging technology protection. Stop by our booth (#1748) for a live demo of 1Exiger and discover how it can support your needs. During the event, Derek Lemke and Griffin Fletcher will also be sharing their insights on the future of critical minerals for defense production.

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Houthis Release Crew of Galaxy Leader Cargo Ship

Supply Chain Brain

The crew of the ship which includes mariners from at least five countries had been held captive by Houthis in Yemen since November 2023.

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The Potential of DOGE to Revolutionize Manufacturing and Supply Chain Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy outlined their proposal for a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), emphasizing streamlined governance and technological transformation. Although DOGE focuses on improving efficiency within the U.S. government, its impact could extend to the private sector. By setting new benchmarks for efficiency and promoting decentralized technologies, DOGE could significantly influence manufacturing and supply chain logistics.

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Amazon to Shutter All Facilities in Quebec

Supply Chain Brain

Amazon cited a need to cut costs as the main motivation behind the move, although Quebec is also home to the company's only unionized warehouse in Canada.

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The Evolving Retailer's Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Supply Chain Sustainability and Direct Current Power

Logistics Viewpoints

While the historical “ War of the Currents ” between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla seemingly settled on alternating current power dominance, the energy transition created a close relationship between alternating current and direct current power. We’re witnessing a surge in DC power systems and the need for efficient conversion to and from AC and DC.

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Supply Chain Metrics: Key Indicators for Success

SCMDOJO

Want to optimize your supply chain metrics and drive significant improvements? Understanding and tracking key supply chain metrics is essential. This guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to make data-driven decisions, achieve your business goals, and boost your supply chain metrics. 1. Customer OTD (On-Time Delivery) % Definition One of the most critical KPIs in supply chain metrics is the percentage of order lines delivered to the customer within the agreed-upon timeframe.

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A Life-Saving Initiative: Blue Yonder India Associates Give Back by Hosting Blood Donation Drive

BlueYonder

In the U.S., January is National Blood Donor Month , an observance that honors voluntary blood donors and encourages others to help save lives by donating blood. In India, Blue Yonder associates host an annual blood donation drive at our Bangalore campus. Blue Yonder associate Jhansi Vinola helped organize this years donation drive and reflects on the inspiring act of community spirit in this DIVE In blog post.

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Supply Chains: Front Lines for a New Cold War?

Exiger Perspectives

Table of Contents As global dynamics shift and geopolitical tensions rise, supply chains have become the battleground for economic and strategic dominance. Once considered a logistical backbone of global trade, supply chains are now a vector for conflict. Whether its the weaponization of critical minerals, cyberattacks on vital infrastructure, or trade restrictions that choke production, the impact on businesses and governments is unprecedented.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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Nucleus Research Names Blue Yonder a Leader in Warehouse Management Systems

BlueYonder

Once again Nucleus Research has named Blue Yonder a Leader in its recently published WMS Technology Value Matrix 2024. This annual report offers an overview of the current market for warehouse management systems (WMS), examines trends, and assesses the software providers in this space. Among 20 software providers, Blue Yonder Warehouse Management solution was ranked farthest on the functionality axis of the Value Matrix.

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Logistics Metrics: 6 Operational Activities

SCMDOJO

Logistics Metrics KPIs are the hub of innovations. As Peter Drucker said, “If you can’t measure it, you cannot improve it.” In this blog, we’ll explain how our logistics KPIs dashboard can help you improve your logistics performance. Logistics Metrics Operation Activities In summary, a typical logistics metrics operation has five main activities, which can be divided into several sub-activities.

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“Navigating the Landscape” of Overused ChatGPT Buzzwords

SCM Research

Everyone seems to be “thrilled” these days. Many people write that “X plays a pivotal role in enhancing Y, promoting Z” or that we should “navigate the landscape of” something; that something “will not only do A, but also B”; or that research findings “underscore” or “highlight” something.

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Your Top 3 Retail Priorities for 2025: Key Takeaways from NRF

Tecsys

My year can officially start now that I have spent a long weekend with 40,000 of my closest retail friends in New York City. The National Retail Federations Big Show , is once again in the rear-view mirror. After averaging over 16,000 steps a day, I am happy to get off my feet for a few days. I have been fortunate to have attend this show since the early 2000s.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

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J.M. Smucker leads Target’s pet aisle growth with real-time intelligence

crisp

Katie Asleson, Category Manager for dog treat brands like Milk-Bone and Pup-Peroni, employs SOLYS by Crisp to make data-driven decisions that optimize assortments, elevate seasonal offerings, and align omnichannel strategies across Target stores. With more shoppers than ever treating pets like family , retail pet aisles have become a microcosm of innovation, reflecting many of the same trends seen throughout the grocery store.

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7 Ways AI Reduces Last-Mile Delivery Costs in 2025

Locus

Introduction (Overview) Overview The most expensive part of logistics, last-mile delivery, is being transformed by AI. This comes as no surprise when the last mile can account for over 50% of total shipping costs. This final step of the logistics journey has always been notoriously expensive and complex. As we look ahead to 2025, businesses are increasingly turning to AI-driven technologies to streamline last-mile delivery, cut rising costs, and keep customers satisfied.

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Trump Announces Huge Data Center Project for AI

Supply Chain Brain

Trump has promised to accelerate the production of American-made AI to compete against China for global leadership in the technology.

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