Tue.Aug 04, 2020

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COVID-19 Disrupts an Efficient Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

There was a time when Mumbai’s dabbawalas (lunchbox carriers) were known for their efficient supply chain and logistics. But the COVID-19 incursion changed the lives and livelihoods of Mumbai’s dabbawalas. Their lives can neatly be compartmentalized into BC and AC – before COVID-19 and after COVID-19. Scenario Before COVID-19 Mumbai’s dabbawala service was legendary for its reliability.

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Using Technology to Integrate Reverse Logistics Strategies

GlobalTranz

Supply chain leaders have faced significant challenges in the past, and in 2020, the supply chain coronavirus crisis has put a spotlight on the need for supply chain resilience and integration. Among these, integrated reverse logistics strategies can make or break successful operations. Failure to consider the ways in which the disruption affects all parts.read More.

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Supply Chain Resilience: Powering Through Crisis

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

The onset of the COVID-19 unveiled grave dissonances in the supply chain of major grocery and retail stores that resulted in a loss of revenue.

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Surmount Supply Chain Challenges in the Construction Industry with Technology

Kuebix

Between companies regularly distributing, manufacturing or using construction products, the construction industry experiences a steady flow of business. One thing all construction companies can agree on is the importance of operating efficiently in order to meet project deadlines. There are a number of barriers between smooth logistics operations and successful project completion for the construction […].

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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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10 Critical Supply Chain Lessons from The Pandemic! (Video)

Supply Chain Game Changer

Coronavirus Exposes Global Supply Chain Fragility! The Coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc throughout the world. In some places the pandemic has been controlled and life is getting back to a new normal. Yet in many other cases the pandemic is spreading aggressively and even realizing a devastating resurgence, particularly in the United States.

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6 Game Winning Strategies for Continuous Improvement

USC Consulting Group

In sports, what separates the top teams from the middle of the pack? In business, what gives the edge to one organization over another? Continuous improvement strategy. The winningest teams are always looking to continuously improve by mastering the fundamentals and putting in the time and dedication to perform when the clock is ticking down and the next score wins.

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How JAGGAER and the UK Ministry of Justice Exceed Public Procurement Demands

Jaggaer

?. Public sector procurement is stuck in limbo – frequently the differences between public and private sector seem enormous, but they’re of te n exaggerated or misunderstood. We sat down with Richard Hogg, Managing Director, JAGGAER UK, and Jim Rawlings, Commercial Direc tor, UK Ministry of Justice, to talk through the challenges and misconceptions about digital procurement in the public sector.

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Understanding Your NMFC Code

Freight Center

In LTL shipping, you will hear a lot about NMFC codes and freight class. That’s because getting your NMFC code and freight class right is very important for any small business shipper. Small errors could lead to costly billing adjustments, misclassification and frustration. Understanding this component of freight shipping will help you optimize your supply chain and control freight spend, allowing you to spend more time running your business.

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An extraordinary challenge for the Supply Chain

Prophetic Technology

What Supply Chain (SC) competitive advantages come from Supply Chain Ecosystem Orchestration?

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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

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State of manufacturing report reveals disparity between need for speed to market & slow manual processes

IT Supply Chain

By Jeannette Mifsud (pictured). Product Marketing Manager of Winshuttle. The post State of manufacturing report reveals disparity between need for speed to market & slow manual processes appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Analytics- Towards Intelligent Manufacturing

ThroughPut

What is Supply Chain Analytics? Supply Chain Analytics aims at enhancing the manufacturing operational efficiency and overall operational effectiveness by enabling informed data-driven decisions across the factory floor. With valid Supply Chain Analytics, manufacturers now have real-time accurate data to make strategic, operational, and tactical decisions.

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o9 Solutions Partners with Globally Recognized Executives to Share Best-In-Class Digital Transformation Insights

o9 Solutions

o9 Solutions, the leading AI-powered Integrated Business Planning platform, today announced its partnership with former P&G, Starbucks, and The Nature’s Bounty Co executives as part of its AIM10x Executive Network to define the future of digital transformation in operations and planning. Business models and customer demands are changing rapidly.

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Want More Automation in Supply Chain Processes? Look at SaaS-Based TMS

MercuryGate

The opportunity to achieve upper-end operational excellence and maximize logistics efficiency lies within the proper deployment of automation in supply chain systems. Automation within the supply chain can be a double-edged sword. Too much automation can lead to excess costs, and poor management of servers could easily result in soaring IT maintenance spend and hassle. […].

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

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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Inventory Forecasting Overview Part 1

Valogix

This blog post provides some basic information about viable inventory forecasting techniques. Forecasting is one of the key steps in inventory planning but not the only one. There are other key variables and processes that come into play in good supply chain replenishment planning including inventory rationalization and optimization.

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Why Include a Third-Party Logistics Provider in Your Logistics RFQ?

Zipline Logistics

Running a formal bid process or requesting a logistics request for quote (RFQ) is common among large CPG shippers. Especially those with high volume, frequently run freight lanes. Depending on your organization’s preference, the logistics RFQ process may be conducted once per year or every quarter. The goal is to secure capacity and stabilize freight pricing for orders throughout the year.

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Labelmaster survey examines impact of COVID-19 on hazmat supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Labelmaster, the provider of products, services and technology for the safe and compliant transport of dangerous goods (DG) and hazardous materials (hazmat), has announced the results of its fifth annual 2020 Global Dangerous Goods Confidence Outlook.

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5 steps for Procurement to impact on financial results

Claritum

Read the article at claritum.com. Introduction Procurement is a complex. multidisciplinary team activity that crosses all areas of the business. The variables and complexities of purchasing products and services, from basic supplies through to strategic purchases, make Procurement a key. resource within the business. In addition, there are distinct specialist areas that are unique to. the procurement function.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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What Supply Chain Risk Management Can Do for You

American Global Logistics

Supply chain complexity and uncertainty are here to stay. To put this another way, supply chain risks are on the rise. And they show no signs of abating. Supply chain disruption abounds. You have increasing conflict, changing customer requirements, increasing regulation, trade wars, and Black Swan events, to name a few. With increased risks come […].

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Protected: The Future of Pharma and Medical Supply Chains in the COVID-19 Era

Shipchain

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Tips for Building Supply Chain Resilience

Supply Chain Digest

Building Resilience Can Pay for Itself, JLL Says in New Report

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7 Statistics that Impact Companies Using eCommerce Fulfillment 3PLs

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

A picture can be worth a thousand words. But sometimes numbers tell an even more compelling story. Following are statistics from recent logistics and fulfillment studies, along with our take on what this data might suggest about how you manage fulfillment and how you work with eCommerce fulfillment 3PLs.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Supply Chain News on MHI Acquires Warehouse Education and Research Council

Supply Chain Digest

Big Shakeup in Supply Chain and Logistics Professional Organization Landscape

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How StockTrim gives The Baron accurate & confident demand forecasting

StockTrim

The Baron is a premium snack business who supply deliciously moreish, healthier savoury alternatives to potato chips, including ethically-sourced East Bali Cashews and Crispy Corn Nibbles from Spain. They have grown substantially in the last five years and supply over 500 stores around New Zealand – including supermarkets, service stations, independent delis and cafes.

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3 functions of a good spend analytics tool according to Spend Matters

Xeeva

The rise in digital transformation has led to a massive increase in data as the systems used at a company continue to grow. In fact, the 2019 Deloitte Global CPO Survey showed that 59% of CPOs believe analytics in procurement will have the most impact on their businesses over the next two years. As data […]. The post 3 functions of a good spend analytics tool according to Spend Matters appeared first on Xeeva.

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Revealing the Value of Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace and Defense

DELMIA Quintiq

What aerospace manufacturers need is agility in their design and production processes to help mitigate the variability in supply and demand. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is one innovation in which aerospace companies have significantly invested to try to address some of their unique challenges. What are the benefits? Additive Manufacturing is accelerating the development phase and reducing time to market.

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How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.

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Bags, Bacon & Beyond – the Next QAD Podcast Mini-Series

QAD

We are pleased to announce our next podcast mini-series, Bags, Bacon & Beyond: Packaging and Food & Beverage Working Together , which can be accessed here. Two Industries Tackling Challenges Together. The Food & Beverage and Packaging industries are intimately connected as partners in their own go-to-market strategies. For example, food & beverage product packaging accounts for about 70% of the entire packaging market.

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The Future of Warehouse Efficiency and Accuracy: Multi-mode Warehouse Management

Tecsys

Specialized warehouse technologies like voice picking have been around for a long time. And while… The post The Future of Warehouse Efficiency and Accuracy: Multi-mode Warehouse Management appeared first on Tecsys.

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Will Supply Chains Ever Return to Normal?

Enterra Insights

As countries struggle with the coronavirus pandemic, one hears and reads a lot about the “new normal.” Normalcy is defined as the state of being usual, typical, or expected. Look back a year ago and few, if any, supply chain professionals had a pandemic high on their list of potential disruptive threats. They can be excused for this oversight.