Wed.Dec 06, 2023

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2024 Supply Chain Predictions – Relative Stability and a Migration to the Mean

Logistics Viewpoints

The end of the calendar year is sure to bring about predictions about the year ahead. Media sources are filled with prognostication. And Logistics Viewpoints has a history of its own supply chain predictions for the year ahead. My colleagues and I will likely publish a detailed list of predictions related to supply chain operations and technology. But today I would like to take a moment to review recent changes in supply chain barometers and apply a positive perspective on what these indicators

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Unlocking Logistics Profits with Matt McKinney

The Logistics of Logistics

Matt Mckinney and Joe Lynch discuss unlocking logistics profits. Matt is the Co-founder and CEO of Loop , a modern transportation audit & pay company. About Matt McKinney Matt Mckinney is the Co-founder and CEO of Loop, a modern transportation audit & pay company. Loop’s AI-driven platform removes payment friction in the supply chain to unlock margin and increase liquidity.

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Transforming Supply Chains for the World’s Largest Retailers

Supply Chain Brain

Retailers that embark on supply chain transformation are well-positioned to confront challenges and stay competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.

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Social engineering remains a powerful & ever evolving cyberweapon

IT Supply Chain

By Adam Khan (pictured) VP Global Security Operations, Barracuda The post Social engineering remains a powerful & ever evolving cyberweapon appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

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

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HR Tech Entrepreneur Gergo Vari: AI’s Impact on Future Supply Chain Jobs

All Things Supply Chain

Artificial intelligence (AI) in the workforce has significantly changed several industries. One of the sectors facing a major transformation is supply chain management.

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Enhancing the CPG Supply Chain with Logistics Management Software

Loginext

This white paper will provide you an overview of the challenges faced in the CPG industry, and how LogiNext's Logistics Management Software can help your company cut costs on its supply chain operations and improve ROI. The post Enhancing the CPG Supply Chain with Logistics Management Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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A Supply Chain Planner's Holiday Wish List

John Galt

The power of supply chain planning software equips companies to successfully navigate the holiday season. Let’s keep your supply chain merry and bright!

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December 6, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home December 6, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): Everything You Need to Know

EMERGE App

Within the global supply chain, vendor-managed inventory (VMI) is becoming an essential service. Most people demand the movement of goods to be quick. That is why most retailers will opt for managed inventory to guarantee an increase in delivery rates. What is VMI? VMI provided a streamlined approach to the supply chain process by providing inventory management and order fulfillment benefits to vendors and retailers.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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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November U.S. Logistics Manager’s Index- Noteworthy Trending

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters highlights the published November 2023 U.S. Logistics Managers Index (LMI) that declined to contractionary level and reflecting rather noteworthy trending. November 2023 LMI The Logistics Managers Index Report® , compiled by researchers at Arizona State University, Colorado State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rutgers University and the University of Nevada Reno , and in conjunction with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), reportedly

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Supply Chain Predictive Analytics: Benefits, Use Cases and Growth Potentials

ThroughPut

Supply chains used to live in the past. Questions like “what happened?” and “why it happened?” dominated conversations across functions. Not anymore. Thanks to the more advanced forms of supply chain analytics like predictive analytics, supply chains are proactively looking into the future and prepping for “what is to come” rather than only ruminating over “what already happened.” Unlike diagnostic and descriptive analytics, which were designed to

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for December 7, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

New Nuclear Container Ship Coming. US Manufacturing Contracts again November. Yellow Freight Terminals Auctioned Off.

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Warehousing and Storage Most Stressful Industry in U.S., Report Finds

Supply Chain Brain

Ninety-three percent of the workers in the warehousing/storage industry reported they were paid hourly while an additional 12% said they had to take on another job.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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Synergy Logistics Snaps Up 2023 Top Software & Tech Award

SnapFulfil

Synergy’s breakthrough warehouse multi-agent orchestration platform, SnapControl, has earned its second award in 2023, having been recognized as a Top Software & Tech solution.

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Can the Blue-Collar Sector Fix Its Gen Z Problem?

Supply Chain Brain

Only 14% of Gen Zers would consider industrial work as a career, and 26% said they would only take on industrial work as a short-term career.

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Turning Cancellations into Opportunities in Dock Scheduling

C3 Solutions

Explore strategic approaches to turning dock appointment cancellations into opportunities for enhanced operational efficiency with C3 Solutions.

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Green Shipping Partnership Signed by Ports of Singapore, LA and Long Beach

Supply Chain Brain

The new strategy outlines the steps that the three ports will take to speed up the decarbonization of the shipping industry.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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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Stord One Warehouse in Action [Video]

Stord

Stord have a secret weapon that we use to ensure our partners and customers (and our own team!) have an efficient and stress-free peak - our operator-built warehouse management system (WMS), Stord One Warehouse.

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Nissan to Buy Parts from Renault-Geely Venture in Alliance Rejig

Supply Chain Brain

The Japanese carmaker will receive gearboxes and engines for 12 of its plants, as well as half a million parts annually, the companies said December 6.

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In Surprising News, Autonomous Truck Leader TuSimple Announces Plans to Shutter US Operations

Supply Chain Digest

Facing Regulatory Scrutiny and Slow Market Development, TuSimple is Folding its US Tent

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TuSimple Shuts Down U.S. Operations Amidst Buyer Search

Supply Chain Brain

The company laid off 150 employees (75% of its U.S. staff) on December 4, bringing TuSimple’s total global workforce to just 700 full-time employees.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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Procurement Leaders: It's Time to Keep Shining

Supply Chain Brain

C-suite and senior executive leaders have grown to rely on procurement to weigh in on board-level topics — and now they’re craving more insight.

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Israeli Ships Reroute to Avoid Houthi Attacks

Supply Chain Brain

Ships have begun diverting from passage through the Suez Canal, instead electing to sail around the west coast of Africa and the Cape of Good Hope.