Kinaxis

AUGUST 31, 2017

by Bill DuBois This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting , a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management. It’s our perpetual hobby horse here at Argentus that Supply Chain needs to be doing more as a field to attract young people. And the industry has started to pick up the slack. Whether it’s organizations partnering with universities to provide information and educational opportunities, or industry associations holding informative events aimed at t

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2017

Sharing content from third-party sources establishes supply chain companies as a go-to resource for all things related to your industry, sector, products, or services. When I hear the word “curate,” I think of an art gallery. I think of someone systematically picking pieces of art to display together. I think of the time and effort it takes to put these pieces together in a cohesive manor.

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4WL Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2017

Logistics is no longer a conversation between a 3PL and their client; the end consumer has a permanent eavesdropping position that needs to be respected and catered to. Rather than functioning as a point of positive difference, customers in eCommerce spheres now expect reasonably straightforward access to their tracking information on product shipments.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2017

We talk a lot about the importance of agility and flexibility in supply chain management and that is certainly true when it comes to project logistics. Almost by definition, every project is different — different suppliers, different materials and components, different locations and product flows, and different requirements and constraints. “It’s really vital for us to have a very transparent supply chain where we can see what’s going on and where every box [of materials or components] is

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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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4WL Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2017

Logistics is no longer a conversation between a 3PL and their client; the end consumer has a permanent eavesdropping position that needs to be respected and catered to. Rather than functioning as a point of positive difference, customers in eCommerce spheres now expect reasonably straightforward access to their tracking information on product shipments.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2017

China’s position as a production location is currently a hot topic amongst global thought leaders in supply chain. The general price level of products made in China is rising rapidly, and it has been claimed that some of the products actually originate in North Korea. So has the time come to look beyond China for low-cost production facilities? This is one of the most common questions that I’m asked when holding keynote speeches, workshops or supply-chain training courses.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As the unprecedented flooding and impact from Hurricane Harvey continues to be felt throughout Houston, SE Texas, and into Louisiana, the extent of the damage and cleanup efforts needed is becoming more clear. Our thoughts are with the thousands of people who have been impacted by this crisis situation. As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2017

One of the first major existential questions every human faces is perhaps the mystery of their own existence; “where do babies come from?” Is a question every parent must prepare for. In order to find a suitable answer, one must look at two things – how babies are made, and who is making them. While the former only tells us about the methodology, the latter actually traces back to the roots of our creation.

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ModusLink Corporation

AUGUST 31, 2017

With the supply chain, logistics, manufacturing and e-commerce industries moving at such a fast pace, it’s easy to miss some of the news. To help keep you up-to-date with the latest trends and industry insights, we’ve created a new monthly blog series that will share the top articles from the month focusing on various sects […]. The post In Case You Missed It: Best Industry Articles and Insights this Month appeared first on ModusLink Global Solutions.

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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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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2017

The overlooked supply chain model. Companies are increasingly investing in their sales and operation planning (S&OP) process and tools. Gartner, an American technology research and advisory firm, considers demand planning accuracy at the top of the list of key supply chain performance indicators. By IMD Professor Ralf Seifert, with Richard Markoff, EPFL.

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FLEXE

AUGUST 31, 2017

A recent Nir & Far blog post, “ Hyperbolic Discounting: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices ,” got me thinking about the supply chain. I don’t usually default to logistics when thinking about cognitive sciences, but this time, I did. Here’s why. “Hyperbolic discounting” is a cognitive bias where people choose “smaller, immediate rewards rather than larger, later rewards.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As the unprecedented flooding and impact from Hurricane Harvey continues to be felt throughout Houston, SE Texas, and into Louisiana, the extent of the damage and cleanup efforts needed is becoming more clear. Our thoughts are with the thousands of people who have been impacted by this crisis situation. As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America.

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MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 31, 2017

The main objective of the biologics supply chain is to guarantee supply continuity. Product shortages can endanger patients’ lives and impact a company’s market share. In addition, the lengthy regulatory approval process in this industry prolongs the time companies need to create new manufacturing capacity. Every part of the process is subject to stringent regulation, […].

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As the unprecedented flooding and impact from Hurricane Harvey continues to be felt throughout Houston, SE Texas, and into Louisiana, the extent of the damage and cleanup efforts needed is becoming more clear. Our thoughts are with the thousands of people who have been impacted by this crisis situation. As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America.

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FLEXE

AUGUST 31, 2017

<p>A recent Nir & Far blog post, “<a href="[link] Discounting: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices</a>,” got me thinking about the supply chain. I don’t usually default to logistics when thinking about cognitive sciences, but this time, I did. </p> <p>Here’s why. </p> <p>“Hyperbolic discounting” is a cognitive bias where people choose “smaller, immediate rewards rather than larger, late

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2017

Amazon has released some of the details on changes to Whole Foods and how they’re going to integrate their e-commerce business with this new physical asset. And if retailers were disturbed by the initial news of Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, they should be in scramble mode now, with the details that are coming out and the possibility of more.

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 31, 2017

Walmart Looks to Vendors to Help Fund eCommerce Investments, IBM Signs 10 More Food Companies for Pilot Using Blockchain for Extended Supply Chain Visibility, Robotic Sewing Coming to Arkansas

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2017

The term Retail Apocalypse has become so popular that it now has its own Wikipedia page. News websites such as The Atlantic, Retail Dive and Business Insider are sharing statistics and analysis around the demise of brick-and-mortar retail, along with analysis of what the future might hold. Conversely, Lori Mitchell-Keller from SAP and Greg Zakowicz from Oracle + Bronto describe the current turbulence as ranging from simply false to looking at the current trends as characteristic of a Retail Rena

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 31, 2017

Houston Chemical Factory Set to Explode after Flooding, New Drone and RFID Inventory System from MIT,Things Looking Up for Container Carriers for a Change, New Amazon FC from Ruins of Huge Cleveland Mall

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2017

Amazon has released some of the details on changes to Whole Foods and how they’re going to integrate their e-commerce business with this new physical asset. And if retailers were disturbed by the initial news of Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, they should be in scramble mode now, with the details that are coming out and the possibility of more.

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 31, 2017

Number of Warehouse and DC Workers has Really Accelerated in Last Four Years, and that is Before Amazon Plans to Hire 50,000 More

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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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3GTMS

AUGUST 31, 2017

The sell-side rating methods supported by a TMS solution can easily become a differentiator for a logistics service provider (LSP) and has the potential to decrease maintenance and overhead associated with contract management. Nearly every TMS can support sell-side rates based on contracts or markups, but how extensive and flexible are their methods?

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 31, 2017

Research Covers Collaboration, Barriers to Improved Supply Chain Efficiency, Vendor Compliance and More

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 31, 2017

Trends for Harvey-related rates and freight volumes continue to solidify in the DAT database, but it’s already clear that rates are going to be extra-high on any loads heading into Houston or to metro areas that are just outside the storm zone. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is staging emergency supplies in the San Antonio and Dallas areas, and also near Lafayette, LA and other metro areas in the South Central region.

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Supply Chain Digest

AUGUST 31, 2017

Not a Good Year for US Labor, but a Couple of Bright Spots in Landscape Unfavorable to Labor and Unions

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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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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 31, 2017

The national average for reefer rates stayed put at $2.07 per mile last week, but pricing got rearranged by region. The dark areas on the Hot States Map above are areas where the load-to-truck ratio is highest for reefers. As you can see, demand for reefers continues to accelerate in the Midwest. That's a normal trend for this time of year. More loads are moving out of the Grand Rapids market, which is known for apples, while Green Bay is harvesting potatoes.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 31, 2017

Retaining employees requires a fine balance, between providing challenges and communicating openly with those employees to make sure they’re happy in their roles. An employee wants a position to align with their dreams, interests and ambitions. They also typically want longevity, which will happen if they’re in a position that is both thought-provoking and inspiring.

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 31, 2017

Even if you’re not planning to go anywhere near Texas or Louisiana, you might be affected by Hurricane Harvey. Trucks can’t get in or out of Houston , which is a huge freight hub – it’s the number 1 source of loads for flatbeds, thanks to the oil and gas industry, and one of the top 5 or 6 markets for both van and reefer freight.

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