Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 5, 2018
Technical issues with blockchain for supply chain applications have been largely eliminated. The technology is being widely tested in pilots and proof of concepts but is not yet in every day usage. Experts predict that 2018 will be the year this changes. The post The Growing Maturity of Blockchain for Supply Chain Management appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 5, 2018
If you Google “digital transformation,” you get over 60 million hits—and a few million of those are related to supply chain management. It’s a journey many people and companies are talking about today, but what exactly does “digital supply chain transformation” mean? And more importantly, what’s required to get started on this journey and successfully reach the desired destination?
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Oracle SCM
MARCH 5, 2018
Jim D'Addario , Sr. Director Product Marketing, Oracle SCM Cloud. Businesses today are increasingly focused on modernizing their core enterprise applications to enable end-to-end business operating models: According to a recent Gartner survey , 45% of respondents cited this as one of their top five IT priorities. It’s easy to understand the sense of urgency behind such initiatives, given the increasingly fast pace of modern technology innovation and the role these innovations have play
RFgen
MARCH 5, 2018
It may sound a bit crazy, but an open digital ledger could be the next great innovation driver in the supply chain management sector. One such ledger currently gaining popularity in the marketplace is called Blockchain. Blockchain is an encrypted data repository that will automatically maintain a record of transactions once they are configured within the system.
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
BlueYonder
MARCH 5, 2018
Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). The rate of change is accelerating, driving the transformational initiatives of distributors and 3PLs to stay relevant, create differentiation and execute long-term growth strategy. It’s not just about the change or the expansion of services any longer, but about how fast and flexible their services can be delivered as the manufact
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BlueYonder
MARCH 5, 2018
Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). The rate of change is accelerating, driving the transformational initiatives of distributors and 3PLs to stay relevant, create differentiation and execute long-term growth strategy. It’s not just about the change or the expansion of services any longer, but about how fast and flexible their services can be delivered as the manufact
Bristlecone
MARCH 5, 2018
SAN JOSE, Calif. , March 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — New Connection Simplifies Data Integration and Improves Supply Chain Efficiencies. Bristlecone Inc., the premier supply chain consulting company, today announced the release of its SAP Ariba Cloud Connector for Informatica Cloud. The new connector will simplify data integration, helping reduce complexity in the procurement process and improve the efficiency of supply chain operations for Informatica customers.
APICS
MARCH 5, 2018
As a writer and editor, word choice is critical to what I do. Often, I want to confirm that I’ve selected the best possible term for an APICS magazine article or blog post, so I look to Merriam-Webster. (Unless I’m verifying the correctness of a supply chain expression; in which case, I obviously check my trusty APICS Dictionary!
Bristlecone
MARCH 5, 2018
Bristlecone has released its SAP Ariba Cloud Connector for Informatica Cloud. The new connection will simplify data integration, reduce complexity, and improve supply chain efficiencies. The post Bristlecone has released its SAP Ariba Cloud Connector for Informatica Cloud appeared first on Bristlecone.
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 Digest
MARCH 5, 2018
Volumes Up Big for Kansas City Southern and Norfolk Southern, Flat or Down at CSX and Union Pacific
DAT Solutions
MARCH 5, 2018
Freight brokers achieved record load volume and revenue in January, resulting in a slim, but positive net operating profit that is unusual for the season. The record revenue was fueled by a 41% increase in the number of loads moved, with 26% more revenue per load, compared to January 2017. Costs rose faster than revenues, however, adding 70% to labor expense and 24% to non-labor expense, as freight brokers invested in personnel and technology to prepare for business growth.
Supply Chain Digest
MARCH 5, 2018
New Paragidm is Emerging in Procurement Function
Enterra Insights
MARCH 5, 2018
Turmoil is defined as “a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.” I think it’s fair to say there is turmoil in the retail sector. Brick-and-mortar stores are closing at record rates. New business models (like omnichannel operations) are emerging. Competition is coming from unexpected directions and pressures for change are coming from all corners.
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Logistics Bureau
MARCH 5, 2018
Connectivity is a big deal for data and systems today. The more devices can talk to each other, the more information they can share. The faster and easier it is to get stuff done. Internet plays a key role in connecting native digital items like PCs, IT servers, smartphones, and software applications. Supply chains have much to gain from connectivity too.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 5, 2018
Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are poised to dramatically shape the supply chain landscape in 2018 and beyond. In a recent survey of supply chain executives that are either using, not using, or considering using 3PL services, only 87% of survey participants currently use or engage in activities or services with 3PLs, reports 3PL Camelot Software.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 5, 2018
Nafta was one of President Trump’s chief targets during the 2016 presidential campaign. He referred to it on numerous occasions as “the worst trade deal in history.” So it was no surprise when the Trump Administration triggered a wholesale renegotiation of the pact, dragging Canada and Mexico back to the bargaining table. Last October, the Administration expressed hopes that the talks could be wrapped up by March of 2018.
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