Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 22, 2024
A key message coming out of Sapphire is “keep the core clean!” One key message emerging from Sapphire was “keep the core clean.” SAP’s user conference, Sapphire, ran from June 3rd through the 5th in Orlando. 12,000 SAP customers and partners attended the event, and another 15,000 watched remotely. SAP (NYSE: SAP) is the world’s largest provider of enterprise applications.
Logility
JULY 22, 2024
The consumer products giant, Reynolds Consumer Products is helping keep food fresh longer and kitchen safe. With approximately 95% of American households relying on products like recyclable aluminum foil, self-sealing wax, freezer paper, disposable bakeware, trash liners, and more, this organization strives for continuous improvement in their supply chain.
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West Coast and California Logistics
JULY 22, 2024
According to Supply Chain Dive , The Port of Long Beach achieved a record-breaking June by processing 842,446 TEUs, marking a 41% year-over-year increase. This surge, attributed to high consumer demand, potential tariff hikes, and labor contract concerns for East and Gulf Coast ports, surpassed the previous record set in June 2022.
BlueYonder
JULY 22, 2024
To cope with rising return rates and shrinking costs, many retailers have opted to start charging for returns. In 2023, the number of retailers charging for returns rose by 31% to 40% in the U.S. Our data shows that 53% of merchants charge for returns, while in the UK, there is nearly an even split of free versus paid returns, with 48% of retailers charging for returns.
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
Why is the supply chain historically more siloed than other functions? And what can be done about it? Ashutosh Dekhne, Americas supply chain and operations practice leader with EY, offers guidance.
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The Smart Software
JULY 22, 2024
Forecast-based inventory management, or MRP (Material Requirements Planning) logic, is a forward-planning method that helps businesses meet demand without overstocking or understocking. By anticipating demand and adjusting inventory levels, it maintains a balance between meeting customer needs and minimizing excess inventory costs. This approach optimizes operations, reduces waste, and enhances customer satisfaction.
Supply Chain Matters
JULY 22, 2024
In this Supply Chain Matters aerospace and commercial aircraft industry specific commentary, we focus on this week’s Farnborough air show and industry supply chain supply and aircraft demand challenges becoming a dominant topic. Kickoff of the Farnborough International Airshow Today marks the kickoff of the Farnborough International Airshow , an important trade exhibition event for the commercial aircraft and military defense industries.
Unleashed
JULY 22, 2024
Good & Proper Tea is a female-led, sustainability-driven brand that’s revolutionising the way people drink tea. Given it’s the most popular manufactured beverage – with 62 billion cups of tea being consumed every year in Britain alone – the G&P mission is a genuine game-changer. Unleashed’s Bryony Hampton sat down with Josh Mordecai, Head of Operations and Sales at Good & Proper Tea, to learn about the struggles and successes they’ve faced in recent years.
Kodiak Hub
JULY 22, 2024
Information is power – and luckily for Procurement & Sourcing teams, there’s no shortage of it flowing through global supply chains. But unfortunately, many organizations are not fully leveraging the untapped potential that resides in this ocean of data. With supplier information scattered across data silos like spreadsheets, emails, sharepoint, and legacy solutions, Procurement teams are unable to reach their full potential due to inefficient processes, poor collaboration, and a lack of str
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
JULY 22, 2024
Both FedEx and UPS have warned customers to expect delays on package deliveries originally slated for the date of CrowdStrike's outage on July 19.
Loginext
JULY 22, 2024
Explore how AI in transportation management systems makes operations more efficient and customer-centric. Learn how LogiNext's AI-powered TMS tackles industry challenges, enhances real-time tracking, and improves logistics performance. The post How AI in Transportation Management Systems Ensures Maximum Efficiency appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
The program is designed to give women- and minority-owned small businesses the chance to learn the skills needed to work and grow within the maritime industry.
Supply Chain Digest
JULY 22, 2024
Theft by Fraud Continues to be Growing Crime Issue
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
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
By emphasizing digitalization, predictiveness and autonomy, new levels of success in speed, accuracy, service and revenue can be realized.
Talking Logistics
JULY 22, 2024
It’s been a very eventful, to put it mildly, couple of weeks in U.S. politics. We had the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump (who is now officially the Republican candidate for President), and over the weekend, President Biden announced that he was exiting the race due to mounting pressure from many in the. Read more The post A Presidential Debate on Supply Chain Issues appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
The overhaul will take years to take root, and will require support from customers who’ve been burned by Boeing’s delays and quality lapses.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
John Lewis stores will charge £10.95 ($14.15) to fix small rips and tears, £28.50 for a broken zipper on items like cushion covers, and £99.95 to restore a handbag.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2024
A potential fly in the ointment is the looming possibility of increased tariffs on internationally sourced goods, which appears likely under a Republican government.
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