Having trouble controlling your procurement spend? You’re not alone.
Xeeva
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Kinaxis
OCTOBER 3, 2019
by Polly Mitchell Guthrie Talent is top of mind for most executives as fuel for the future – but it is approaching a crisis in the supply chain world. For the past four years, hiring qualified supply chain workers has been cited as the biggest company challenge in the annual survey conducted by MHI and Deloitte Consulting. As older workers retire, a new crop must be hired and gain experience to replenish the gap, but the supply chain employee of the future requires digital skill sets that
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2019
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. If your home was on fire, would you want firefighters to attempt to douse the flames with an old manual bucket line? Of course not. You would want them to use the most modern, effective equipment available.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“I believe in the power of shared data and technology to build a better future.” Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen probably didn’t have supply chain in mind when he said this, yet the statement resonates truer than ever in our industry. Shared data and technology have the power to propel supply chain performance to new levels. Read more Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
C3 Solutions
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Yard and dock management impact each operation within your supply chain. Non-standard, manual processes are among the most significant problems affecting an operation. Manual processes contribute to issues in scalability and create additional stress for your staff. Upgrading systems to reflect the latest, best-in-class systems can help manage workflows for your team, reduce the risk of delays, and much more.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
RFgen
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Honeywell’s latest handheld devices deliver leading hardware solutions for warehouse mobility. Honeywell has been bringing their A-game when it comes to new cutting-edge mobile hardware. How do Honeywell’s latest devices fit into your warehouse operations? Let’s find out. In this review, I’m going to be talking about the Honeywell Dolphin CK65 and Dolphin CN80 mobile computers, and the vehicle-mounted Thor VM1A.
Shipchain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (A.I), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are slowly but surely making themselves household names. The three emerging technologies have taken the world by storm, and on their own, can help businesses increase efficiency and lower operating costs. But when combined, A.I., IoT, and blockchain are capable of so much more.
RFgen
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Honeywell’s latest handheld devices deliver leading hardware solutions for warehouse mobility. Honeywell Handheld Devices. Honeywell Handheld Devices. Honeywell has been bringing their A-game when it comes to new cutting-edge mobile hardware. How do Honeywell’s latest devices fit into your warehouse operations? Let’s find out. In this review, I’m going to be talking about the Honeywell Dolphin CK65 and Dolphin CN80 mobile computers, and the vehicle-mounted Thor VM1A.
Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Hidden Complexity in the Retail Supply Chain! Article and infographic provided by, and permission to publish here provided by, Patrick Thuot at storetraffic.com. The advent of the internet and the growth of multiple chain stores means that small and independent retailers now face a number of challenges to their survival.
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.
Freight Center
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The holidays are right around the corner! It’s a magical time of year that’s for sure, but consumer expectations have changed and are continuing to change. They are demanding faster deliveries and lower rates. Shippers everywhere are getting ready for their hectic shipping season and with a dramatic increase in online shopping, there are steps that can be taken to reduce your carbon footprint.
Convey
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Consumer buying decisions have become increasingly complex – and in a world where Amazon […]. The post Predictive Insights Power Winning Conversion and Delivery Outcomes appeared first on Convey.
Clear Spider
OCTOBER 3, 2019
No company wants to experience a supply chain disaster. Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened to the world’s largest aerospace company Boeing. Boeing is America’s largest manufacturer of jetliners, defense, space and security systems. The Company William E. Boeing founded Boeing in 1916 and has been a leader in the aerospace manufacturing industry for over […].
MercuryGate
OCTOBER 3, 2019
The post 8 Best Practices to Lower Transportation Total Cost of Ownership appeared first on MercuryGate International.
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GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Few processes carry the weight of shipping as the final mile. As noted by Inbound Logistics, the final mile forms the most critical part of the customer experience. It is during this phase that customer desires become customer experiences, and any delay or misstep will lead to upset consumer. The final mile customer experience is.read More. The post Freight Shippers Now Able to Offer a Final Mile Customer Experience Like Amazon Thanks to TMS appeared first on Transportation Management Company |
Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Author H. Jackson Brown, Jr., has stated, “Nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity.” It’s an adage brands should take to heart. The challenge today is that opportunities on the consumer digital path to purchase can be missed faster than the eye can blink. Those opportunities are called “micro-moments” — a term coined by Google in 2015 — and brands need to be ready when they occur.
QAD
OCTOBER 3, 2019
In business, change is inevitable , and those that fail to adapt and innovate are often doomed to failure. One of the best ways to observe this concept is by tracking changes in the S&P 500 Index. The S&P acts as a snapshot that illuminates which companies and industries are the largest in the economy at any given time. . By looking at five decades worth of changes to the component companies that make up the S&P, we are able to observe and illustrate trends and shifts in the economy.
SCJunction
OCTOBER 3, 2019
A good warehouse management system implementation should help you to ensure that products and stock automatically move to their planned destination location within your warehouse. Your location-level putaway strategy will inform this part of your implementation, and ensure your inbound shipments arrive in their appropriate storage spaces.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Retailers need to take the lead in educating consumers about the environmental impact of last-mile delivery options.
Supply Chain 24/7
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“The U.S. economy is continuing to grow and consumer spending is still the primary engine behind that growth,” said National Retail Federation President and CEO Matthew Shay.
Dragon Innovation
OCTOBER 3, 2019
In the “Meet a Dragon” blog series we’ll be introducing our team members who help guide your product through the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and ongoing manufacturing. These people act as an extension of your team and are on the front lines with you day in and day out. They have hundreds of years of collective experience helping to build millions of complex products.
Requis
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Since 1925, Vale Europe Ltd. has experienced significant growth. They are now recognized as one of the most sophisticated precious group metals (PGM) refineries in the world. Now, through Requis, Vale’s assets are being offered for sale through live auctions. All large assets will be cleaned and loaded onto supplied trucks. This is an opportunity that must not be missed.
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Material Handling & Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Public company execs point to interest rate hikes as most likely recession trigger, while private companies say shifting regulations – including trade and tariffs – as well as U.S. political uncertainty are to blame.
Supply Chain 24/7
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Addressing potential contractor issues decreases a firm's risk of operational shutdowns, fines and penalties as well as brand reputation damage.
Xeeva
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Many organizations struggle with poor procurement spend visibility or lack it completely. Think about the old adage, “you can’t control what you can’t measure,” and you’ll realize that this is an ongoing challenge with large enterprise organizations. Without visibility into what your organization is spending, you have no way to control it. The top, and […].
Supply Chain 24/7
OCTOBER 3, 2019
How do you make a job site safer when the hazard is the worker, and he intentionally harms himself because of his working conditions?
This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.
Repl Group
OCTOBER 3, 2019
All of us working in retail understand that our industry is facing ongoing challenges. Challenges that for some have proved impossible to overcome. High street closures are at their highest level since monitoring began in 2010 and footfall continues its slow steady decline. But with a strong will to change and help from ground-breaking tech, exciting growth opportunities are within our grasp.
Americold
OCTOBER 3, 2019
That is certainly the question now as demand for food variety, and consequently food storage, accelerates. In general, demand for food increases roughly in line with inflation - the more people there are, the more food is consumed. But today's consumers expect more choice - more variety - and more convenience. CBRE reports food sales have increased 24% in just the last 5 years!
Claritum
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Bath, UK (4th October, 2019) – Claritum awarded AI Knowledge Transfer Partnership* (KTP) funding from Innovate UK. Claritum are pleased to announce that, in conjunction with University of Bristol, we have been awarded Innovation funding to accelerate the practical application of AI in the Procurement domain. “This is really good news for Claritum to win this award, in what is a highly competitive funding process” said Prof.
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