Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 4, 2024
I take supply chain management seriously. My focus is writing research for the business leader that is an early adopter attempting to drive first-mover advantage. I am also known for telling it like it is. This blog post on my take of the On March 29 th , Blue Yonder announced a binding agreement to acquire One Network for approximately $839 Million.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 4, 2024
As a high school student, I worked at a deli that served breakfast and lunch during the day and ice cream at night. Motivated by how many tips I could get, I hated when it would rain for a week straight in the summer because very little ice cream would be sold, and the tip jar would stay empty. During summer days, I didn’t mind doing inventory checks in the fridge and freezer because it meant I got to cool down.
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John Galt
APRIL 4, 2024
In this Q&A with MIT Research Scientist Dr. Velázquez, we discuss supply chain sustainability challenges, research findings, and recommendations.
Loginext
APRIL 4, 2024
Neglecting the essential functions of logistics management software can spell trouble for your business. Efficient routing ensures timely deliveries. Making data-driven decisions improves operational efficiency and reduces costs. These aspects, along with facilitating scalability and integrating third-party carriers seamlessly, are pivotal for success in modern logistics and supply chain.
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
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 4, 2024
By Rob Carlisle (pictured) Managing Principal at Argon & Co. The post Disruption is an everyday feature of supply chains, not a bug 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.
QAD
APRIL 4, 2024
Updated: April 4, 2024 Published: July 17, 2021 In today’s competitive food and beverage marketplace, events occur and challenges arise that impact the normal course of business. Things like customers changing orders, ingredients and supplies coming in late or even a packing line randomly going down for a short period of time was called a disruption.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 4, 2024
By Paul Dodd (pictured) Co-Founder & Chief Innovation Officer at Huboo The post It’s time to address fulfilment’s productivity problem once and for all appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
BlueYonder
APRIL 4, 2024
“Available to promise.” This concept has become ever more important in retail. As customer expectations grow , retailers must deliver a smooth, omni-channel experience and give people what they want, when they want it. Retail leaders understand this point. In a 2022 Blue Yonder survey , executives identified optimizing order management and warehouse management as their top priorities.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 4, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving global marketplace, the field of supply chain logistics stands at the forefront of innovation and efficiency, offering a wealth of opportunities for recent college graduates.
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.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 4, 2024
By Neil Baker (pictured) Head of Auto ID Sales for Northern Europe, BIXOLON Europe GmbH The post Enabling “Farm to Fork” efficiency between supermarkets & producers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Invata Intralogistics
APRIL 4, 2024
In the fast-moving world of logistics, the evolution of automated storage systems (AS) is a significant step into the future and an indispensable leap in the present tense. Warehousing and fulfillment have come a long way from the days of manual labor and basic shelving. In this article, we’ll explore the fascinating trajectory of AS and look ahead to the innovations that are about to redefine the standards in supply chain management.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
APRIL 4, 2024
Make-to-Order (MTO) manufacturing is the production of specialized or unique one-off products in quantities ranging from one to small production runs. Usually, the final product is a combination of custom manufactured components and standard components. With the recent stress placed upon the supply chain in recent years and the changing political alignment across the globe, we are seeing a trend for supply to be bought closer to home which has resulted in Australian MTO manufacturers attracting
Supply Chain Matters
APRIL 4, 2024
Supply Chain Matters features its latest full edition of This Week in Supply Chain Tech , a compilation of funding, partnership and other noteworthy announcements related to supply chain technology support. Our last full edition was published on February 14. A special edition of this column highlighted the announced Blue Yonder acquisition of One Network Enterprise s.
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Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 4, 2024
UPS Takes USPS Air Busines from FedEx. US Manfacturing Finally Expands in March. Amazon Ending Just Walk Out in Grocery.
West Coast and California Logistics
APRIL 4, 2024
According to MarketWatch , a leading barometer of business conditions at U.S. manufacturers turned positive in March for the first time in 17 months. This is another sign that the industrial side of the economy is on the mend.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 4, 2024
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The potential of cobots in packaging — driven by AI, machine learning, and IoT integration — promises a new era of smart packaging lines and predictive maintenance.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Supply Chain 24/7
APRIL 4, 2024
In our interconnected digital world, where data breaches are not just a risk but a daily headline, the importance of robust security measures cannot be overstated. One critical benchmark for assessing the trustworthiness of service providers, particularly those handling customer data, is SOC 2 certification. If your provider is not SOC 2 certified, your data may be at risk.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The new plant will mass-produce high bandwidth memory used for AI computing, and is expected to open sometime in the back half of 2028.
ProcurePort
APRIL 4, 2024
Businesses are always looking for ways to make their operations more efficient and save money in the fast-paced digital world. One such avenue that has gained significant traction in recent years is electronic procurement, commonly known as e-procurement. E-procurement uses digital tech to streamline the procurement process, from finding suppliers to buying and managing contracts. […] The post Why should I opt for E-procurement?
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The payment is reportedly for Alaska's pretax losses, as well as lost revenue and costs stemming from returning their Max 9 fleet to service.
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Savant Events
APRIL 4, 2024
Welcome to our latest blog featuring Nisrene Haddad, the CSR Director for Manutan Group, who is at the forefront of driving sustainability initiatives and paving the way to meet net zero goals within the company. With an illustrious career spanning across various sectors including oil and gas, Nisrene’s journey to her current role is a testament to her passion for making a meaningful impact.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The report found that Amazon created 208 million pounds of plastic packaging in the U.S. in 2022, up nearly 10% from the previous year.
Enterra Insights
APRIL 4, 2024
Consumers and retailers both understand that merchandise occasionally needs to be returned. Supply chain journalist Helen Atkinson suggests that savvy retailers accept the inevitable and use their returns policy to differentiate themselves from their competitors. She explains, “Depending on which statistics you follow, consumers return something like a fifth of all purchases these days. … Whether these are items bought at brick-and-mortar stores or online, they end up in consumers’ h
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The Odesa region is home to Ukraine’s largest ports, where most of the country’s grain is shipped for export.
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.
Saleswarp
APRIL 4, 2024
In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, every minute counts. Yet, recent data reveals that online sellers spend an average of 15 hours per week manually processing orders across sales channels. SW Ship is the new free, easy-to-use solution! What is SW Ship? SW Ship is a free, lite version of our comprehensive Order Management and Shipping Management systems.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 4, 2024
The foodservice industry faces a huge challenge in becoming environmentally sustainable.
Unleashed
APRIL 4, 2024
In this issue, we look at: The latest in global supply chain news Manufacturing tips from a safety gear founder 3 simple ways to cut inventory carrying costs Job opportunities from Rolls-Royce, Apple, and more In supply chain headlines New EU due diligence law altered to persuade Italy, Germany. After Rome and Berlin withdrew support for a recent law aimed at making companies liable for their suppliers’ wrongdoings, the EU are attempting to draw them back in with a watered-down alternative
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