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Barbie’s Creator Was Supply Chain Innovator Too

Talking Logistics

Have you seen the new Barbie movie? According to Comscrore, this past weekend the movie brought in an estimated $155 million in ticket sales in the United States and an additional $182 million overseas. I haven’t seen the movie yet, and I’m not sure if/when I will. I’m more of an Oppenheimer guy, which I’m. Read more The post Barbie’s Creator Was Supply Chain Innovator Too appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Drivers Can Drive Remotely Too with Nils Alstad

The Logistics of Logistics

Nils Alstad and Joe Lynch discuss how drivers can drive remotely. Nils is the Chief Product Officer at Phantom Auto , a technology platform that enables people to remotely control vehicles across sites from thousands of miles away with just the click of a button. About Nils Alstad Nils Alstad is the Chief Product Officer at Phantom Auto, a technology platform that enables people to remotely control vehicles across sites from thousands of miles away with just the click of a button.

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The State of Just-in-time Supply Chains

Arkieva

Prior to Covid-19, a lean, just-in-time global supply chain model was ideal. Fast-forward and you may be wondering - how did the JIT supply chain model fare? The State of Just-in-time Supply Chains was first posted on July 26, 2023 at 7:51 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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10 Must-Watch Negotiation Movies: Master the Art of Persuasion with These Gripping Films

SCMDOJO

Negotiation, a crucial skill in the realms of business and procurement, demands the ability to remain calm, collected, and confident even in the most challenging situations. However, mastering this art can be tough and perplexing. Thankfully, in our digital age, we have access to an array of mediums for training and communication that can aid us on this journey of honing our negotiation prowess.

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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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Veterans Bring Key Skills to the Workforce

BlueYonder

National Hire a Veteran Day is celebrated each year on July 25 in the U.S. This year, Kristi Corbett, Director, Talent Acquisition at Blue Yonder and a member of the Associate Resource Group (ARG) Veterans of Blue Yonder, shares her insights into what strengths veterans bring to your company. As a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and as a Recruiting Leader, National Hire a Veteran Day holds a very special place in my heart.

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How to Choose the Right Courses for You: Tips That Work

SCMDOJO

Choosing a course is not easy, not when there are so many options available. The course you pick will take a portion of your time and require that you put in the effort to complete it. Most people are limited with time, so making a bad choice is not a good option. If you want to pick a course that will help your academic or professional success, or bring you true personal growth, you need to be picky.

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5 Ways Data Modeling Can Improve Your Telecoms Business

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post 5 Ways Data Modeling Can Improve Your Telecoms Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Dance With AI

Supply Chain Movement

Does it resemble hip-hop? Jazz? A cha-cha? The slide? No one knows, but in my discussions, business leaders agree that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here, and the projected impact on supply chain technology looms large sending the industry into very different gyrations. How fast will it transform work, no one knows, but excitement reigns. By Lora Cecere Traditionally, supply chain technology providers evolve slowly, and business leaders move at an even-slower pace (glacier speed) to revise wor

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Modular working in R&D labs

IT Supply Chain

By Christof Franzke (pictured) Senior Technical Consultant Key Accounts, COPA-DATA The post Modular working in R&D labs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Driving resilience in IT services

Proxima

The Proxima Supply Chain Barometer surveyed 2000 Chief Executive Officers and found that 89.9% identified problems with the resiliency of supply chains. It also found that the organizations that they led were deploying a mix of strategies to deliver greater resiliency of supply, including adding additional oversight (45%), moving some supply arrangements in their entirety (45%), and setting up new supply arrangements to run alongside existing (44%).

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A Few Legit Ways to Make Money Online, Offline, and at Home

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post A Few Legit Ways to Make Money Online, Offline, and at Home appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tentative Deal Reached in UPS Labor Contract

Supply Chain Matters

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides highlights of an announced tentative labor contract agreement between UPS and the Teamsters union, along with some implications. Tentative Deal Reached This morning, industry supply chain teams across the U.S. will foster a large sigh of relief because of the news that the International Brotherhood of Teamsters labor union has tentatively agreed to a new five year labor agreement with parcel carrier UPS.

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Managing risks to the supply chain with enhanced resilience

IT Supply Chain

By Gary Lynam (pictured) Director of Advisory & Customer Success, Protecht The post Managing risks to the supply chain with enhanced resilience appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Discover the Hidden Benefits of Robots in Your Warehouse

Locus Robotics

By Mary Hart In the rapidly evolving world of warehousing and supply chain management, staying ahead of the competition requires innovation, adaptability, flexibility, and efficiency. How can you keep up with the highs and lows of order volumes while also improving the productivity of your warehouse? Automation in the form of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) provides benefits that go beyond the traditional financial return on investment (ROI) for your warehouse.

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The Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Market Continues to Grow – Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

Logistics Viewpoints

I am placing the finishing touches on ARC Advisory Group’s research on the warehouse management systems (WMS) market ( [link] ). ARC has been publishing structured research on the global WMS market for over 20 years and this history provides us with valuable context for understanding the changes that occur and serves as an anchor to our five-year market forecast.

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Unleashing Manufacturing Efficiency: BoM Tools | StockTrim

StockTrim

From the complex networks of the manufacturing and software supply chain to the rigorous needs of inventory optimization, every business in today's fast-paced market needs a robust tool for streamlining processes and ensuring efficiency. The Bill of Materials (BoM) tools stand at the heart of this, empowering businesses to transition from manual struggles to operational excellence.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the WeekonThe Sad but True Tale of Yellow Freight Stock

Supply Chain Digest

Now a Buck per Share as Bankruptcy Looms

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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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July 26, 2023 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * More Resources Home July 26, 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. Judah Levine July 26, 2023 Unbox your Freight knowledge.

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Germany Will Rely Heavily on Hydrogen Imports in Light of Updated Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

Germany will need to import between 50% and 70% of its hydrogen to meet the demands mapped out in the updated National Hydrogen Strategy.

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Choosing a Global Freight Forwarder

NFI

Reading Time: 3 minutes A guest blog post by Mike Greco, Senior Vice President at NFI Global Within the dynamic global freight market, importers and exporters alike are constrained by the expense, risk, urgencies, and complexities of international shipping.

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Syphilis Emergency Looms in the U.S. as Drugs Run Low

Supply Chain Brain

While rates of HIV have been declining, other sexually transmitted diseases have become more prevalent in recent years.

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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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Accelerate Time-to-Market: The Power of BoM Technology | StockTrim

StockTrim

Bill of Materials (BoM) technology stands as a keystone in modern inventory planning, acting as the spine of manufacturing, wholesale, and retail operations. With the digital revolution reshaping business ecosystems, it is imperative for companies, particularly small businesses, to pivot from traditional, manual inventory management methods to tech-enabled operational excellence.

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Fostering Inclusivity in Transportation by Heeding the Voices of Female Drivers

Supply Chain Brain

Trucking companies need to build a more inclusive environment by addressing the distinctive experiences and issues of female drivers.

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Maximise Accuracy With Bill of Materials Innovation | StockTrim

StockTrim

Bill of Materials (BOM) isn't just a list of parts used to manufacture a product. In today's digitized world, BOM signifies an essential tool for organizations to manage their production more efficiently. For manufacturing, wholesale, e-commerce, and retail businesses that deal with inventory, BOM innovation could mean the difference between thriving and barely surviving.

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Porsche Looking for Investors, New Site for Cellforce Factory

Supply Chain Brain

Porsche executives are in talks with advisors and investors to help raise between €2 billion and €3 billion for the factory.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

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.

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Bill of Materials Approaches for Efficiency | StockTrim

StockTrim

Understanding the Bill of Materials: The Bill of Materials (BoM) is an integral component of inventory planning and management in the manufacturing, wholesale, ecommerce, and retail sectors. It is a comprehensive list that details all the components, raw materials, sub-assemblies, and quantities needed to manufacture a finished product.

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Pentagon Seeks Supply of Chip-Mineral Gallium After China Curbs Exports

Supply Chain Brain

China announced restrictions on gallium and another mineral, germanium, in a move seen as part of the country’s tit-for-tat trade war on technology with the U.S. and Europe.

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General Motors Blames Supplier for Slow EV Production Rates

Supply Chain Brain

GM's CEO said she was disappointed with the supplier and that the company has been surprised by the minimal progress made by the unnamed organization.

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