Resilinc
APRIL 27, 2023
In the past year, risks associated with ESG (Environmental Social Governance) risks have become a big concern for businesses across all industries — and for a good reason. ESG-related supply chain regulations across the globe are on the rise. In 2022, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) was signed into law by President Biden to crack down on forced and child labor from the Xinjiang region of China.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 27, 2023
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. When you begin researching Warehouse Management System ( WMS ) software, you’re probably running into some difficulties in the budgeting process because pricing is not always readily available.
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Freightos
APRIL 27, 2023
In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. The article presents findings from a survey conducted across over 200 global supply chain professionals to highlight how the pandemic has increased the need for freight market intelligence and how it continues to be relevant even as supply chain issues resolve.
ivalua
APRIL 27, 2023
CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today. The question is, how do you balance all three while maintaining continuous operations and generating revenue at the same time? A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2023
By Andrew Black (pictured) Director at Efficio The post Resilience through diversification: Why supply chain diversification is now a business imperative appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2023
By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post The 4 Widgets Every Website Developer Needs To Know About appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
QAD
APRIL 27, 2023
Earlier this year, QAD hosted a live webinar to explore and analyze the trends that are likely to dominate the procurement world over the coming months. It’s no secret that procurement teams have an amplified role within their businesses and that many are left with questions — our goal was to offer answers. I sat down with Kenneth Zins, Henry Schein vice president of global sourcing, to take a look at trends, discuss where best to focus a team’s energy, and share approaches for navigating the in
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
Huge growth in sales led to the need to optimize inventory, fulfillment and warehouse operations at Ecentria, say Michael Wohlwend, managing principal of Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, and Andrew Mironov, head of operations at Ecentria.
BlueYonder
APRIL 27, 2023
The expectations of B2B customers have changed. B2B customers are now looking for B2C customer experience. In fact, B2B Future Shopper Report 2023 suggests that 46% of B2B buyers are frustrated with the online buying experience. And to make matters worse, 40% of global B2B buyers say they have changed all their suppliers in the last 12 months. In addition to that, B2B commerce is evolving – and rapidly – because the B2B e-commerce is expected to reach $3 trillion by 2027.
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.
ModusLink Corporation
APRIL 27, 2023
Global Fulfillment Innovation Centers on ESG in 2023. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and its growing importance in supply chain management is a top priority for global fulfillment managers. ESG supply chain management is critical to maximizing the benefits of omnichannel ecommerce and warehousing and distribution services. ESG in supply chains refers to the three key factors companies consider when evaluating their environmental, social, and governance impacts.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
When it comes to unethical behavior by one’s supply chain partners, no matter how deep up the tiers you go, ignorance is no excuse.
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2023
By Jeremy Rafuse (pictured) Vice President & Head of Digital Workplace, GoTo The post Streamlining IT management – how to do more with less appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin hopes to form supply chain relationships with "friends" of the U.S. so that his state won't have to rely on Chinese suppliers.
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
IT Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2023
By Jack Chapman (pictured) VP of Threat Intelligence, Egress The post The psychological impact of phishing attacks on your employees appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Exiger Perspectives
APRIL 27, 2023
The quickly evolving landscape of supply chain risk management (SCRM) requires organizations to develop strong programs that can anticipate and mitigate a variety of risks. That includes monitoring for geopolitical risk, trade wars, industrial espionage, modern slavery, climate change and cyber threats, plus tracking open source data like social media and news.
Supply Chain Matters
APRIL 27, 2023
In our focus on supply chain strategy and business process transformation, Supply Chain Matters would like to call our reader’s attention to statements from the CEO of BMW regarding supply chain strategy. Background In our prelude to our research arm’s published 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains (Available for complimentary downloading in our Research Center ), we noted that after three plus years of pandemic impacts, C-Suite executives have garnered more direct appreciation
Exiger Perspectives
APRIL 27, 2023
New exclusive partnership brings proprietary supply chain management technology to frontlines in the global fight against modern slavery NEW YORK, NY, April 27, 2023 — Exiger , a global leading third-party and supply chain management software company, today announced that it has been named a Strategic Technology Partner for the Slave-Free Alliance , a global collaboration designed to empower organizations to combat slavery and labor exploitation within their operations and supply chains.
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.
Locus
APRIL 27, 2023
In a recent study, the Mexican logistics industry is projected to achieve a CAGR of 4.9% from 2017-2029. It’s crucial for retailers, e-commerce platforms, 3PLs, FMCGs, and other logistics players in Mexico to embrace state-of-the-art logistics software to overcome the challenges of this rapidly growing sector. But what exactly defines state-of-the-art logistics software?
Kanban Logistics
APRIL 27, 2023
Cross docking is an efficient process that saves both time and money by keeping products on the move. Some companies use cross docking services as part of their regular operations mix, while others turn to cross docking only when necessary. For just about any company, however, there are multiple scenarios in which cross docking can bolster your supply chain.
MIT Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2023
Labor relations are in the spotlight with employers at Los Angeles and Long Beach ports , management teams at FedEx , and UPS engaged in critically important contract negotiations with trade union representatives. Any one of these talks has the potential to hurt the US economy should the negotiators fail to reach an agreement and protracted industrial action ensues.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
APRIL 27, 2023
For fast-growing nutrition brand, Four Sigmatic , Amware helped reduce pick and pack costs 15%, reduce parcel shipping costs 4%, and sustain 99.9% order accuracy through a period of rapid growth.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
Logistics technology innovation is not limited to those with the biggest wallets and large technical teams to implement and manage these offerings.
ivalua
APRIL 27, 2023
Senior Customer Application Engineer The post Senior Customer Application Engineer appeared first on Ivalua.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
Companies make thousands of decisions a day about what to produce, where to put product and what to promote. But they often make those decisions based on very limited information.
ivalua
APRIL 27, 2023
The post Cost and Carbon based Supplier Development Management appeared first on Ivalua.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported that a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker collided with an Iranian vessel in the Persian Gulf, prompting Iran’s navy to seize the vessel in Gulf of Oman.
Bulk Connection
APRIL 27, 2023
Modern tools drive modern business, and this is as true in the transportation industry as anywhere else. Shippers, carriers and freight brokers can all use TMS systems and other electronic applications to ship, haul, track, and pay for freight transport. But, while this may work perfectly fine in the dry van world, shipments of bulk loads often require a little something extra: a phone call.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2023
American’s sales growth this year has trailed its biggest competitors, in part because of a pilot shortage at its regional airline partners and delays in deliveries.
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