Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I have long argued that companies need to expand their definition of supply chain visibility. It goes well beyond tracking shipments, orders, inventory, and assets in motion. End-to-end supply chain visibility also involves, for example: Knowing where the manufacturing/production facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located, and which parts or materials are.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Inflation is Broad Based (Graph from Joseph Politano). Economists are beginning to speak of “immaculate disinflation.” This new concept argues that when inflation is caused by supply chain issues – like demand/supply mismatches, difficulty in securing products from China, port problems, energy inflation caused by a war in the Ukraine, and so forth – the Federal Reserve does not have to do anything to bring the inflation rate down; inflation will decrease by itself when the supply issues ar

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Cybersecurity threats are on the rise for manufacturers, with the industry accounting for 65% of all ransomware attacks in 2021, but 61% of those surveyed do not have a plan in place for operational disruption.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Business Insurance Can Protect You! Running a business is no easy undertaking. You have to prepare yourself for all the risks and challenges that may come your way. But the question is, how prepared are you to face such predicaments? If you’re running a business, there’s a chance of becoming liable for damages caused by your company.

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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E2open

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Connected supply chain platform offers companies full breadth and depth of planning applications in a single solution AUSTIN, Texas – Sept. 26, 2022 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has been named a Leader in both the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Holistic Supply Chain Planning 2022 Vendor Assessment (doc #US49578717, September 2022) for overall planning and the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Su

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

There’s no way around it: Supply chain executives are going to have to flatten the hierarchy if they want to attract and retain the best workers.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

This blog was co-authored by Mark Severns, Product Marketing Director, and Logan Kluth, Product Management Director. In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solution Marketing team explores innovative solutions to guard against supply chain disruptions. In Part 1 of our conversation around disruptions, we highlighted that the unexpected is becoming far more commonplace across the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Digest

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Amazon Says Things are Different Now

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout Carries Lessons for Pharma Supply Chains, Says Pfizer Executive. Download the Wall Street Journal app here: WSJ. – Bob.

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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.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Marketing professionals are bracing for new regulations restricting targeted marketing as well as the demise of website cookies. One of the strategies they are resurrecting is contextual marketing. Shama Hyder ( @Shama ), CEO & Founder of Zen Media, explains, “Contextual targeting is not a new digital marketing strategy, but research suggests that it is making a comeback.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

This year’s hiring plan signals less need for extra manpower, as U.S. consumers contend with the highest inflation in four decades.

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Taulia

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Taulia Culture Lessons from the Taulia LIFT program In May this year, Taulia launched its annual Leadership Initiative for Taulia (LIFT) mentorship program. The post Mentoring in action appeared first on Taulia.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Dan Dreyfus, global customs leader with EY, lays out the options that manufacturers are considering, as they seek to reduce their dependence on China and shift production to other regions.

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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

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All Things Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The European Green Deal – step forward with a dose of ambiguity Hardly any industry benefits so much from The European Green Deal as lithium mining and processing.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

A week after FedEx issued a surprising pre-release for its fiscal Q1 2023 (period ending August 31), the company officially issued its financial details on Sept 22. Total company revenue increased 4.5% to $23.0 billion. Still, total operating income declined 15% to $1.19 billion on an as-reported basis and down 17.4% to $1.49 billion on an adjusted basis showing some signs of challenges faced by the carrier.

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Savant Events

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

(Image Source: Parcel Monitor ). The 2021 holiday shopping season was a success for retailers around the world, with e-commerce sales totaling about $1.14 trillion according to Salesforce.To keep up with the ever-growing customer expectations, business owners and delivery firms have made several improvements and implemented plenty of solutions over the months, from hiring seasonal personnel to offering free shipping and establishing seamless returns policies. .

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

After announcing the disappointing fiscal year 2023 Q1 results for the period ending Aug 30, FedEx announced cost-cutting measures, including an average 6.9% general rate increase (GRI) for FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, and FedEx Home Delivery, effective Jan 2, 2023. “We just announced a 6.9% general rate increase this January in response to inflationary pressures on our costs.

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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.

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Demand Driven Technologies

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

There are three types of buffers that help manufacturers deal with variability: stock, time, and capacity. Which is the most powerful? Source.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The automaker suspended operations at its plant in Saint Petersburg in March along with peers including Nissan Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co.

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The Smart Software

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Statisticians use the “regime change” phrase in a way that has high relevance for demand planning and inventory optimization.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Support for labor unions in the U.S. has grown over the past year, as a surge in organizing has resulted in workers winning union elections at major corporations.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Truck Drivers – Unsung Heroes of the Supply Chain! (Infographic). The next time you find everything you need on the shelves of your local grocery store, say a silent prayer for the truckers. You may not realize it, but these guys are responsible for putting food on your table.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The boss of Aldi has said customers in the U.K. are switching to the discounter "in droves" as the cost-of-living crisis continues to hit struggling households.

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