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SOS(C): Shorten Our Supply Chains

Arkieva

What is a shorter supply chain and what are the benefits of shortening a lengthy supply chain? This blog discusses this and more. SOS(C): Shorten Our Supply Chains was first posted on May 31, 2023 at 8:26 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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Manhattan Associates Momentum 2023 Conference

Logistics Viewpoints

Manhattan Associates hosted its annual user conference, Manhattan Momentum, in Phoenix, AZ this week. “Move Life and Commerce Forward” was the theme of the conference. I believe many of us can relate to this theme on a business and personal level, as the impacts of COVID-19 were felt by virtually all businesses and individuals. But the worst of that appears to be behind us – making forward progress especially appealing.

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Overcoming Last Mile Hurdles with Luke Denny

The Logistics of Logistics

Luke Denny and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming last mile hurdles. Luke is the Co-Founder and CEO of FRAYT Technologies, a last-mile on-demand delivery and logistics technology company. About Luke Denny Luke Denny is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in software and supply chain logistics. He is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of FRAYT Technologies, a last-mile delivery platform.

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Collaborate to Navigate Economic Uncertainty in Supply Chain

John Galt

Learn about tactics to increase collaboration to strengthen the buyer-supplier relationship and drive mutual growth amid economic uncertainty.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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

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Climate Change Threatens a World Without Doritos

Supply Chain Brain

Climate change is causing supply chain disruptions for several of the commodities that are used to make Doritos like corn, salt, sunflower oil and dairy.

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West Coast Supply Chain News Brings Cautious Optimism

West Coast and California Logistics

Around this time last year, every article about the West Coast supply chain painted a dire picture. There was an armada of ships waiting to enter the Ports of L.A. and Long Beach; there was no warehouse space to be had; and trucking capacity was scarce. Because of these and other factors, logisticians began to look seriously at non-West Coast options for their freight and distribution.

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Supply Chain Efficiency with SOLOCHAIN WMS

Supply Chain Brain

Hitachi Astemo launched a competitive RFP process to source a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that would help them overcome their current challenges.

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Greenly.earth: Learn More About the Sustainable Revolution

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Greenly.earth: Learn More About the Sustainable Revolution appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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More Efficient Payments Means More Efficient Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Digital transformation is taking place in the B2B payments industry, a move that can contribute significantly to improved supply chain efficiency.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

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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Prepare your spare parts planning for unexpected shocks

The Smart Software

In today's unpredictable business climate, we do have to worry about supply chain disruptions, long lead times, rising interest rates, and volatile demand. With all these challenges, it's never been more vital for organizations to accurately forecast parts usage, stocking levels, and to optimize replenishment policies such as reorder points, safety stocks, and order quantities.

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Saudi Arabia and U.K. Ink Critical Minerals Supply Chain Deal

Supply Chain Brain

The deal will improve the supply chain resilience of minerals like copper, lithium, cobalt and rare Earth elements , which are vital to producing electric vehicles and solar panels.

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Streamline Supplier Onboarding and Data Management with Supplier Management Software

ProcurePort

Effective supplier management is crucial for businesses to maintain smooth operations in their supply chain and drive growth. However, the process of onboarding new suppliers, gathering their information, and managing supplier data can be time-consuming and prone to errors when done manually. This is where automated supplier relationship management software comes into play.

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Tradebeyond – Q2 Retail Sourcing Report

Supply Chain Brain

TradeBeyond’s quarterly Retail Sourcing Report provides a comprehensive examination of the current state of global retail sourcing to help supply chain leaders better understand macroeconomic trends and make more informed purchasing decisions.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Why is Sales and Operations Planning Important to the Digital Supply Chain?

QAD

In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies need to be agile and responsive to meet the changing demands of customers while maintaining profitability because making trade offs between efficiency, agility and resilience will fail. Effective supply chain planning is essential to achieve these objectives, and Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) is a critical component of it.

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How ThroughPut Accelerates the Bottom-line Despite Logistics Challenges in the Cement Industry

ThroughPut

It is no exaggeration that cement production drives the economy. From roads to buildings and manufacturing, the entire economy can come to a standstill if cement is not available at the right time, in the right quantity and at the right place. Yet, despite this huge opportunity, a lot of cement manufacturers are struggling with inventory and logistical challenges failing to make the best of this golden opportunity at hand.

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Global Trade is Getting More Complex: a Report from ICPA

QAD

This year the QAD EMEA team participated in the International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA) in the Netherlands. As the event progressed, there were some familiar themes that were central to the conversations. Firstly, there was a general agreement amongst attendees that global trade management and compliance is getting ever more complex.

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Investing With Little Money: Here Are 5 Best Options For You

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post Investing With Little Money: Here Are 5 Best Options For You appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

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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What Dominates the Transportation Management Agenda in 2023?

Talking Logistics

Transportation executives have always been tasked with developing annual strategies and execution plans. And since the transportation market is cyclical, with swings in demand and capacity, every year presents new challenges. 2023 is no exception. The difference now, however, is that CEOs and CFOs are more interested in what’s happening in the market due to.

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Most Pervasive Cyber Threats SMBs Should Know in 2023

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Most Pervasive Cyber Threats SMBs Should Know in 2023 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Webinar: Reducing Forecast Risk with Supply Chain Flexibility

FLEXE

Discover key insights from a recent Harvard Business Review Analytic Services webinar, sponsored by Flexe.

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Mastering Trailer Pool Management: Comprehensive Strategies for Streamlined Yard Operations

C3 Solutions

Efficient yard management is crucial for any business that relies on the transportation of goods. One aspect of yard management that can have a significant impact on productivity and operational costs is the management of trailer pools. In this blog, we'll delve deeper into effective strategies for managing trailer pools, leading to a streamlined yard process and improved performance.

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Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

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Decision-Making Amidst Uncertainty: Key Takeaways

FLEXE

Don’t let disruption and loss aversion stifle supply chain decisions.

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Supply Chain News on Still much Uncertainty over 2023 Peak Season

Supply Chain Digest

Many Just Hope to Beat Lousy 2022 Numbers

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Whizz Giving Away Bicycle Helmets to New York Delivery Drivers

Supply Chain Brain

As part of the company's Ride Safe initiative, Whizz will give away 100 free bicycle helmets each month to New York City-based delivery workers.

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Join us June 14th-15th for Game Changers in Freight Tech: A FREE Virtual Showcase

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Mark your calendars for the groundbreaking event; Game Changers in Freight Tech, hosted by Chris Arredondo of Cargo Chief. This 2-day, 4-hour free virtual event is your opportunity to discover the latest advancements and transformative ideas that are reshaping the freight and logistics industry.

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What is Mesh Networking Trends Report

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.

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2023 Predictions/Market Outlook—Freight Forwarding

Supply Chain Brain

Are you prepared for the future of freight forwarding? Discover GEODIS’ groundbreaking insights and strategies in our latest white paper, 2023 Predictions/Market Outlook – Freight Forwarding.

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Enhancing Stickiness With Shippers in a Down Market (Webinar)

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

LIVE WEBINAR: June 8, 2023 – 1:00pm (EST) Learn how a full-service freight broker (FreightSaver) leverages relationships skills and technology to support their customers and meet their business goals. Improving shipper relationships as a freight broker is vital for business success.

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Uncover data facts and improve inventory performance

The Smart Software

The best inventory planning processes rely on statistical analysis to uncover relevant facts about the data. When you have the facts and add your business knowledge, you can make more informed stocking decisions that will generate significant returns. You'll also set proper expectations with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring there are fewer unwelcome surprises.