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Do You Need Ocean Cargo Insurance Coverage?

I.C.E. Transport

When it comes to shipping goods internationally, there’s a lot that can go wrong. And as waves of disruption continue to crash down on global supply chains, one of the most important things to consider is whether you need ocean cargo insurance coverage.

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Overcoming the Toughest Challenges of Electronics & Components Supply Chains with Network Design

AIMMS

The post Overcoming the Toughest Challenges of Electronics & Components Supply Chains with Network Design appeared first on AIMMS.

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ToolsGroup and North America’s Largest Tire Distributor to Present at Gartner Symposium, May 8-10, Orlando, Florida

ToolsGroup

ATD will share how collaborative forecasting improved supplier performance and revolutionized its supply chain for business-wide benefits, thanks to ToolsGroup’s AI-driven planning solutions BOSTON – April 25, 2023 – ToolsGroup announced today that we are exhibiting at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2023 in Orlando Florida, May 8-10. We’re also pleased to announce that one of ToolsGroup’s top customers, American Tire Distributors , has been selected to present on May 8, 12:05 pm on Stage

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Achieving Supply Chain Resilience Through Effective Yard Management

C3 Solutions

Supply chain resilience has garnered attention since the pandemic hit businesses across the globe. Supply chain digitalization has helped increase visibility and topped boardroom conversations as companies looking to build resilient supply chains turn to technology to mitigate the impact of any future disruptions.

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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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Aker BP Goes Live with Ivalua to Digitalize Source-to-Contract (S2C) and Supplier Management

ivalua

Redwood City, CA, 25 April, 2023. Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , and KPMG Norway today announced that Aker BP has gone live with Ivalua’s S2C and Supplier Relationship and Risk Management (SRM) solutions to streamline its direct and indirect procurement operations. Aker BP explores for and produces oil and gas, and is the second-largest operator on the Norwegian continental shelf.

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Stop Food Waste Day 2023

Enterra Insights

Tomorrow, 26 April 2023, is international Stop Food Waste Day. According the Stop Food Waste Day website , “Stop Food Waste Day is the largest single day of action in the fight against food waste. Started in 2017 by Compass Group USA, Stop Food Waste Day is now recognized globally in every corner of the world as we unite to educate and ignite change.” Why all the fuss?

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India’s National Logistics Policy: What it Means for Industries, Shippers, and Customers

CHAINalytics

India’s National Logistics Policy is revolutionising the logistics sector and every other industry along with it. Explore their efforts in three key areas in this new guide: Infrastructure:The NLP aims to unify various transport initiatives running under individual ministries. Along with MMLP’s dedicated freight corridors, the NLP seeks to develop an efficient network that meets the … The post India’s National Logistics Policy: What it Means for Industries, Shippers, and Customers appeared

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UK firms’ online sales doubled between 2014 & 2021, with own website sales & microbusinesses leading the way

IT Supply Chain

By David Jinks M.I.L.T (pictured) Head of Consumer Research, ParcelHero The post UK firms’ online sales doubled between 2014 & 2021, with own website sales & microbusinesses leading the way appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Resetting the Transportation Industry, by Meeting Truckers Where They’re At

Supply Chain Brain

The addition of automation with human oversight will allow for a more frictionless process for all parties involved in the supply chain, including truckers.

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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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Professional electrical installations – what you should know

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Professional electrical installations – what you should know appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What Stops Businesses from Adopting Planning Software?

Arkieva

Learn common factors that hold companies back from implementing supply chain planning software - according to ChatGPT and our experts. What Stops Businesses from Adopting Planning Software? was first posted on April 25, 2023 at 7:49 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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NHS strikes continue as stalemate looms ever larger

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post NHS strikes continue as stalemate looms ever larger appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Airbus, Safran Warn Supply-Chain Snarls Will Drag Into 2024

Supply Chain Brain

The component shortages have forced Airbus to slow an ambitious output increase for the cash-cow A320. Sanctions tied to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have also made it harder for Airbus and Boeing, too.

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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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Tips for buying a new vehicle

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Tips for buying a new vehicle appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Critical Logistics KPIs Manufacturers and Distributors Should Track

OptiProERP

You may ask yourself why KPIs are important. As a manufacturer, tracking logistics key performance indicators (KPIs) can help you identify areas of improvement and optimize your supply chain. However, with so many metrics to track, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. This blog post will outline the most critical logistics KPIs manufacturers and distributors should track.

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Managing without micromanaging

IT Supply Chain

By Ross Slogrove (pictured) UK & Ireland Country Manager, Ringover The post Managing without micromanaging appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Labor Complaint Claims Ikea, Amazon and Tom Tailor Lack Supply Chain Safety Checks

Supply Chain Brain

The complaint argued the companies issued a “lack of inspections” while also claiming the businesses violated labor rights, including the "lack of freedom of association.

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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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The Importance of Investing in EDR for SMEs

IT Supply Chain

By David Corlette (pictured) Vice President – Product Management, VIPRE Security Group The post The Importance of Investing in EDR for SMEs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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U.S. Navy Chooses Interos to Develop Supply Chain Risk Management Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Interos will be integrated into the Navy’s Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems organization, providing preemptive responses to identify, assess and reduce supply chain risks.

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B2B Inventory Management [Ultimate Guide]

Unleashed

Due to the high volume (and often, high value) of B2B customer orders, inventory management presents several unique challenges for manufacturers and wholesalers. This B2B inventory management guide breaks down those challenges and outlines the core benefits and key features to look for in reliable B2B software. What is B2B inventory? B2B inventory, or business-to-business inventory, is physical stock sold by one business to another.

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Building sustainability into your CG&R supply chain

Maine Pointe

By Tiffany Pankratz-Umbehr, Head of Consumer Goods & Retail

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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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EY Announces Brian Kempisty of Port X Logistics as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 New York Award Finalist

The Logistics of Logistics

Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates ambitious entrepreneurs who are building bolder futures. BUFFALO, April 24, 2023 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Brian Kempisty of Port X Logistics was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 New York Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosp

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Here’s How Supply Chains Are Being Reshaped for a New Era of Global Trade – The Wall Str eet Journal.

Operations and Supply Chain Management

I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. Here’s How Supply Chains Are Being Reshaped for a New Era of Global Trade Download the Wall Street Journal app here: WSJ.

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Logistics Outsourcing is Like Dating

Logistics Bureau

Why do I think that logistics outsourcing is like dating? What characteristics do they have in common? Find out in the video below!

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Breaking Through Old Ideas and Biases: How to Think Like a Researcher

QAD

My sister Margie gave me a copy of Think Again by Adam Grant for Christmas. She kept insisting that I would really like the book. She said she thought it might be useful for the Innovation and Disruption class I teach at Wayne State Engineering school in the summer, so I downloaded the audible version. It took me less than two days to get through the book.

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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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Best Practices for Agile Hardware Product Realization

Arena Solutions

Embracing Agile Methodologies in Hardware Product Development The need to gain a competitive advantage by releasing products faster has driven the increasing adoption of agile methodologies in software development. However, due to the inherent differences between software and hardware products, modifications to the product realization process are necessary to effectively apply agile principles to hardware development.

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Demystifying Citizen Development: Common Myths and Misconceptions

TrackVia

As the demand for efficient, streamlined business processes continues to grow, many organizations are turning to citizen development. This powerful approach empowers employees to create custom applications, tools, and solutions without the need for extensive coding knowledge or IT support. Despite the benefits, several myths and misconceptions about citizen development persist.

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Ocean Container Volumes have Plummeted, as Truck Volumes now Also Retracting

Supply Chain Digest

Ocean Container Volumes have Plummeted, as Truck Volumes now Also Retracting

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