Enterra Insights

JULY 26, 2022

“Not so long ago,” writes the Doxee Marketing Team, “data-driven marketing was shrouded in an aura of mystery, a kind of unknown territory into which only technicians with specialized skills could venture. And for this reason, it was rather rare.”[1] They go on to insist that data-driven marketing (sometimes referred to as digital marketing) is something “companies can no longer do without.” This assertion, however, comes at a time when digital marketing is co

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2022

Supply chains have experienced significant disruptions in the first half of 2022, from a global pandemic to wars, rising fuel costs, and a potential recession. Throughout the past six months, rates and capacity have been highly volatile as the industry deals with other ongoing challenges. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) continues to rank driver shortages, driver retention, and the costs of extensive regulatory compliance on carrier operations as top concerns for carriers.

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Logility

JULY 26, 2022

Supply chain design is no longer the ‘create it, set it, and walk away’ exercise that it once was. The acceleration of e-commerce, impact of shortages, and ever-evolving shifts in customer demand and economic realities require a framework that is flexible enough to change under the best of conditions as well as the worst. In his article featured on SupplyChainBrain, Steve Johanson, senior vice president and industry principal at Logility, insightfully explains why supply chains need a more fluid

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ToolsGroup

JULY 26, 2022

Prestigious award presented by Microsoft at the Inspire event. Milan, July 27 , 2022 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in AI-driven retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been awarded Microsoft Italy’s Best Independent Software Vendor Partner Award for the second year in a row. It was announced at Inspire 2022, the annual event dedicated to the Microsoft partners ecosystem.

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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 26, 2022

Can specialist ISV solutions solve unique business challenges faced today? Spurs in consumer demand, rising globalization and the dependence on fragile global supply chains are changing the manufacturing landscape as we know it. While navigating these challenges, businesses are expected to produce higher return of capital than their competitors or face the risk of redundancy.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 26, 2022

With businesses looking to expand near-shoring and on-shoring capabilities, many are increasingly taking advantage of the ability of a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) to deliver significant benefits.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 26, 2022

By Vijay Natarajan (pictured). VP Global Solutions, MPO. The post How Can Manufacturers Drive High-Performance Supply Chains? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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PLS Logistics

JULY 26, 2022

In July 2022, we saw the supply chains inching back to normal, and the potential new normal for container shipping spot rates.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 26, 2022

What are the challenges you are experiencing right now within the Distribution Channel in your Supply Chain? There are so many ‘traps’ that can fall into. Watch this video: Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Do You Know the Signs of Poor Distribution Network Design? Insource or Outsource Your Warehousing: What Makes Most Sense?

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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.

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Resilinc

JULY 26, 2022

For high-tech OEMs such as Apple, Samsung, Sony, Dell, and other top makers of electronics gear, the first half of 2022 has been a wild ride. Despite the signs that global supply chains are rebalancing, shortages and delays of important components continue to weigh on revenues in some segments, such as PCs and smartphones. On the other hand, the continuing challenges with semiconductor supplies has been good for Samsung, TSMC, and other major chip players who are leveraging their positions to su

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BlueYonder

JULY 26, 2022

Why isn’t the first mile being discussed when trying to perfect the last mile? When it comes to the digitization of replenishment and fulfillment, retailers are beginning to have the right conversations. In one committee, optimal replenishment based on overarching consumer data is now a recurring theme. Meanwhile a separate huddle is trying to tackle consumers’ speed and convenience demands through optimized fulfillment.

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EC Sourcing Group

JULY 26, 2022

Advanced analytics exceeds standard business intelligence (BI) using state-of-the-art technology and tools to create data asset information and real-time statistics. These diagnostic analyses help businesses predict market trends, optimize global supply chains, to make quicker, strategic decisions to pursue financial opportunities. Analytic techniques include data mining, eSourcing software , semantic analysis, complex event processing, predictive modeling, and other business data examinations.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

This week, in conjunction with General Motors reporting of Q2-2022 financial performance, the auto maker disclosed that it had secured strategic supply agreements to support one million electric powered vehicles in North America by 2025. Some Broader Context. Our previously published commentary authored by The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group provided a mid-year assessment of our specific 2022 prediction that restoring more direct control of tactical and strategic materials sourcing would b

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Intelligent Audit

JULY 26, 2022

During summer, people tend to slow down as the rising temperatures encourage siestas. While sleeping on the job is not approved of by most employers, taking a moment to step back and look at industry trends can help supply chain professionals clear their heads. Take a moment to gain insight from the following seven top market updates. AB5 Protests Have Begun.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2022

Trend #1: While route guides are performing better, inflationary and deflationary pressures on rates have never been more challenging to synthesize into a confident rate outlook. First-tender acceptance ratios are up over 20% YoY in June, and by all accounts, rate inflation has been put on hold heading into Q3 2022. This bodes well for. Read more 3 Freight Trends + Strategies Shippers Need to Know from Q2 2022.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 26, 2022

Need for Markdowns will Lead to Double Digit Decline in Operating Income in 2022

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3GTMS

JULY 26, 2022

When running a small business, every penny counts. Investing in a transportation management system (TMS) is an easy way to save time and money while transporting goods. Transportation management systems are a great way to streamline your transportation management process and offer more efficient services. How do you know which TMS is right for your […].

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 26, 2022

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JULY 26, 2022

While many people love Los Angeles for its movies, logisticians and eTailers have come to love the City of Angels for its eCommerce fulfillment benefits. In this article, we’ll discuss the many advantages of having a fulfillment center in Los Angeles, while exploring some of the associated challenges that you need to be wary of.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 26, 2022

Although momentum is building to automate and digitize freight processes, the logistics industry’s transition to digital tools and automation has lagged behind other sectors.

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QAD

JULY 26, 2022

The greatest minds in manufacturing and technology have been swapping strategies, tips and tricks for enabling operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) convergence for years. For most organizations, however, that “Aha!” moment has yet to materialize, and many leaders are wondering if and when they’ll finally close the IT/OT gap and achieve Industry 4.0 connectivity across their operations.

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 26, 2022

Undeterred by the slowing global economy, buyers of key components in the powering of electric vehicles are stepping up efforts to lock in supplies, with two of the world’s biggest automakers signing direct deals with producers of so-called battery metals.

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SnapFulfil

JULY 26, 2022

Synergy Logistics has been retained on the elite Gartner Magic Quadrant (MQ) for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) – for the 11th successive year.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 26, 2022

Now is the time to embrace strategies that set healthcare facilities up for success, regardless of whether there’s a surplus or shortage of crucial medical supplies.

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Freight Plus

JULY 26, 2022

Innovative managed transportation provider brings on LTL industry leader to support rapid growth QUINCY, Mass — FreightPlus, a data-driven managed transportation solutions provider, has announced the expansion of their company with the hiring of Curtis Garrett, joining as Senior Vice President of LTL.

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Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Vinculum

JULY 26, 2022

E-commerce business models are flourishing in the Singapore market. The sales channel is rising to generate high income for the brand products. With the advent of technology and tools, e-commerce manages transparency to significantly keep track of the in and out of the stocks. And it keeps an eye on the infrastructure of the e-commerce sector to reach the pinnacle.

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Axway

JULY 26, 2022

In a prior blog post we described how to use Axway’s API Builder to create an Amplify Central Unified Catalog API Subscription custom approval workflow that leverages Salesforce.

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I.C.E. Transport

JULY 26, 2022

These days lots of things can slow down your container – from carrier cancellations to port disruptions to labor shortages. Things that are totally out of your control. So why in the world would you risk delays and added costs from something that's totally in your control – shipping paperwork? Get your shipping documents for export right and avoid shipment delays, customs inspections, unhappy customers, and disputes about who pays for added fees.

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