Enterra Insights
DECEMBER 21, 2022
One of the topics discussed at the recent COP-27 gathering in Egypt was global food security. Patricia Scotland ( @PScotlandCSG ), Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, told COP-27 participants that every available tool must be leveraged to improve food security. She stated, “We must use big data and digital tools to protect food security and increase climate resilience.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Earlier this month, one of my guests on Talking Logistics said, “Supply chain and logistics professionals have wanted a seat at the C-suite table for a long time. Nobody said, however, that it would be the hot seat.” Whether it’s figuring out how to “do more with less” due to labor constraints, preparing for potential. Read more. The post Top 10 Talking Logistics Posts in 2022 (Plus Indago & Other Highlights) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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IT Supply Chain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
By Ed Williams (pictured). EMEA Director of SpiderLabs, Trustwave . The post Okta breach appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
BlueYonder
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Each Wednesday, we share how Blue Yonder associates and customers DIVE in — their personal stories of diversity, inclusion, value and equity. Throughout the year, each has offered meaningful takeaways that allow us to see the world through their eyes. As we reflect on the year, let’s look back at 12 — one for each month — remarkable lessons Blue Yonder associates and customers taught us in 2022: January: As an African immigrant to this country that I love so much, I proudly bellow our national a
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
IT Supply Chain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
By Dr. Michael Moore (pictured). Principal Partner Solutions & Technology, Neo4j. The post Graph Technology Helps Map Scope 3 Data for Environmental Compliance appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain Movement
DECEMBER 21, 2022
A few years ago Martijn Lofvers gave a presentation about Strategy Mindmapping to an audience of roughly 80 persons at a supply chain conference in Paris. Afterwards about 20 attendees lined up to hand over their business cards because they wanted to receive the presentation. At the end of the line a woman in her mid-twenties was waiting. “I would like to thank you”, she said.
Supply Chain Matters
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The Supply Chain Matters blog provides commentary and perspectives on FedEx ’s fiscal Q2 revenue and profitability shortfall prompting additional cost cutting actions. . Latest Quarterly Performance. Global parcel logistics and transportation carrier FedEx reported fiscal Q2 quarterly financial performance this week with the implications continuing to resound across traditional and online E-commerce business circles.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The key challenge for brands is figuring out how to reorganize supply chains to suit a sleeper hit.
RFgen
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Overview: Solving Warehouse Problems to Create Value. The Inventory Error Problem. The Order Picking Problem. The Hidden Overhead Problem. The Warehouse Safety Problem. Choosing New Warehouse Automation Software. Enormous pressures weigh on today’s supply chains. Chronic labor shortages, economic uncertainty, and ballooning input costs create an immediate need for alleviation to stay nimble and solvent.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Disruptions to supply chain operations are set to stay in 2023. Create better connectivity between your planning and execution functions by focusing on warehouse and transportation improvements.
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Jake Medwell and Joe Lynch discuss the 8VC story. Jake is a Founding Partner at 8VC , an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Austin, TX with offices in San Francisco, New York City, and Boston. About Jake Medwell. Jake is a serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist who has spent his life building and scaling companies. He is a co-founder and partner at 8VC, a 6B AUM venture capital fund based in Austin, TX. 8VC is the leading logistics tech investing firm and has led deals in Proj
Locus
DECEMBER 21, 2022
We are thrilled to announce that Locus has been identified as a Representative Vendor in the 2022 Gartner® Market Guide for Last-Mile Delivery Technology Solutions. This is our third consecutive year of being listed as a Representative Vendor in Gartner® Market Guides. Speaking on the development, Nishith Rastogi , Founder and CEO, Locus said, “Explosive e-commerce growth, high consumer expectations, and surging delivery costs have all necessitated the demand for technology solutions to transfor
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Uncommon Goods can experience sales spikes during its typical six-week peak period of up to 10 times the average volumes in Q1 and Q3, and typically does two-thirds of its business in Q4.
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
Multichannel Merchant
DECEMBER 21, 2022
FedEx experienced another challenging quarter, with lower volumes impacting the top and bottom line, especially in the Express segment, and the company announced further moves to rein in costs and trim operations, including grounding more flights and dialing back capital spending. In fiscal 2023, FedEx said capital spending is being reduced by an additional $400 million to $5.9 billion, on top of $500 million in cuts already announced.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
What is a "smart" warehouse? And is it here already, or a vision of the future? Dan Gilmore, chief marketing officer of Softeon, has answers.
Axway
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The following article is an adapted transcript based on the audio recording of Season 3, Episode 6 of the Mr. Open Banking podcast. The audio version is available here.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The state-owned railway operator SNCF was forced to cancel one in three TGV high-speed trains because of strikes.
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.
EazyStock
DECEMBER 21, 2022
What is demand forecasting? Inventory demand forecasting is how companies predict customer demand for an inventory item over a defined period. Accurate inventory demand forecasting enables a company to hold the right amount of stock, without over- or under-stocking, for optimum inventory control. Historical data trends and market knowledge of how demand can fluctuate are often used to forecast inventory demand.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The U.K. is forecast to fall into recession in the final three months of the year as soaring prices hit growth. .
EazyStock
DECEMBER 21, 2022
What is demand forecasting? Inventory demand forecasting is how companies predict customer demand for an inventory item over a defined period. Accurate inventory demand forecasting enables a company to hold the right amount of stock, without over- or under-stocking, for optimum inventory control. Historical data trends and market knowledge of how demand can fluctuate are often used to forecast inventory demand.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The announcement follows the labor group securing a new mandate from its members to hold strikes, potentially over the next six months.
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.
Jaggaer
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The post Navigating Your Source to Pay Tech Strategy Amidst the ERP Cloud Era appeared first on JAGGAER.
ShipBob
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Whether you deal in expensive artwork, specialize in building fine furniture, or offer similarly high-value products, you likely want your high-end service to extend to the delivery experience. This means providing your customers with a premium delivery experience that reflects the quality of your products and services. That’s where white glove delivery services enter the picture, allowing you to provide an added touch that matches the premium price that your customers paid.
Multichannel Merchant
DECEMBER 21, 2022
The U.S. Postal Service announced a major upgrade to its planned rollout of electric vehicles to replace its aging delivery fleet, saying it will purchase only EVs after 2026, as the USPS bows to significant pressure from Washington and the states to expand and speed up its changeover. For starters, the USPS will increase the quantity of so-called Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDV) to a minimum of 60,000, of which at least 75% or 45,000 will be battery powered, by 2028.
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