How A Cyber Attack Could Affect Warehouse Managers
IT Supply Chain
JUNE 9, 2023
By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post How A Cyber Attack Could Affect Warehouse Managers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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Driving An Octopus
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 9, 2023
This is a ChatGPT image rendered when asked, “Show me how Lora Cecere would look riding an Octopus.” Funny? Yes, quite. As I approach my 69th birthday and pending surgery, I thank ChatGPT for removing my facial lines and giving me a good hair day. But, you might ask, “Why an octopus?” Shouldn’t this gal be retiring? This leads me to a long story.
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Faster EDI is a Competitive Advantage with Erik Kiser
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 9, 2023
Erik Kiser and Joe Lynch discuss why faster EDI is a competitive advantage. Erik is the Founder and CEO of Orderful , a complete cloud EDI platform that is revolutionizing the way manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology companies trade EDI data. About Erik Kiser Erik Kiser is a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for revolutionizing the world of EDI.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 9, 2023)
Talking Logistics
JUNE 9, 2023
My youngest son graduated from high school yesterday. A happy milestone, for sure, but I couldn’t help but think of this sad truth which Tim Urban illustrated in a December 2015 “What But Why” blog post: “It turns out that when I graduated from high school, I had already used up 93% of my in-person. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 9, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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.
A Truly Transformative SCM Master Program
SCM Research
JUNE 9, 2023
Supply chain management (SCM) master’s programs often emphasize functional silos, as reflected in course titles such as “Operations Management” and “Logistics and Distribution Management” While these traditional elements are important, they risk overlooking transformative perspectives necessary in the face of today’s global challenges.
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Supply Chain Movement and Chainalytics Spotlight a Coming Trend: Sustainability Increasingly Leads the Supply Chain Agenda
CHAINalytics
JUNE 9, 2023
For many years, cost-cutting was the main driver behind supply chain design and optimization. But the tide has clearly turned. Today, within many organizations, sustainability ranks alongside cost and service as an important reason to reassess the supply chain. “When it comes to supply chain design, there are two aspects to our customer demand,” says … The post <em>Supply Chain Movement</em> and Chainalytics Spotlight a Coming Trend: Sustainability Increasingly Leads the Su
White House Claims Supply Chain Resiliency Has Improved Since 2020
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2023
The backlog of anchored vessels has decreased from 155 to roughly a dozen while 92% of goods in grocery and drug stores are in stock, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 06/02/2023-06/08/2023
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 9, 2023
GM to invests over $1B in EV battery production General Motors (GM) and POSCO are expanding the production of cathode active materials at their joint venture facility in Quebec to…
China to Host Country’s First International Supply Chain Exhibition
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2023
Almost 100 companies have reportedly signed up for the event to date with over 300 businesses expected to attend the event in the late fall.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
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.
The online shopping setback – Digital sales at their lowest levels since before the pandemic
IT Supply Chain
JUNE 9, 2023
By Sachin Jangam (pictured) Partner for Retail at Infosys Consulting The post The online shopping setback – Digital sales at their lowest levels since before the pandemic appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
How to Calculate the Cost of Transport
Locus
JUNE 9, 2023
In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Want to know how to control transportation costs, and make each delivery profitable?
Supply Chain Matters Perspectives From Your Editor
Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 9, 2023
As Founder and Executive Editor of Supply Chain Matters , I wanted to share in a brief commentary some added thoughts and perspectives with our readers relative to the current industry supply chain news cycle and developments occurring globally. A Rather Busy Two Weeks Needless to state, it has been quite a busy two weeks involving supply chain and geo-political developments.
How to Calculate the Cost of Transport
Locus
JUNE 9, 2023
In the midst of an outdoor movie screening of “Trucks,” a film about a town overrun by driverless trucks, a person from the crowd, who runs a transport service company, jokingly mentioned that while phantoms could handle the task, they couldn’t effectively control transportation costs. Want to know how to control transportation costs, and make each delivery profitable?
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
Evidence That Manufacturers are Seeking Added Resiliency and Control of Supply Networks
Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 9, 2023
Supply Chain Matters highlights for readers a published report noting how various manufacturers are seeking and establishing added resiliency and control of component and production networks. Background Within our research arm’s January 2023 published advisory, 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains , we included a prediction that manufacturers would seek more direct control and added resiliency of their component or outsourced production supply networks in 2023.
This Week in Logistics News (June 3 – 9)
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 9, 2023
All week in the Boston area, and really the greater Northeast, there has been a smoky haze blanketing the sky. The cause: dense smoke from wildfires burning in Quebec. Around 75 million people in the United States are experiencing dangerous air conditions because of the smoke, with officials urging them to limit time outdoors and mask up for safety.
Stapling Yourself to an Order 2023
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 9, 2023
Looking back at One of the Best Supply Chain Articles in History
Canada Joins U.S. Trade Complaint Against Mexico’s GMO Corn Ban
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2023
Canada's Trade and Agriculture Ministers said the country " shares the concerns" of the U.S. that Mexico's measures could potentially disrupt the North American trade market.
How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform
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.
The Probability of Supply Chain ROI 2023
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 9, 2023
A Very Different Way of Considering Payback from Technology Investments
Biden Called to Intervene as Labor Dispute Disrupts West Coast Ports
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2023
“We urge you to appoint an independent mediator to help the parties reach a voluntary agreement,” wrote Chamber president Suzanne Clark in a June 9 letter to President Biden.
5 Advantages of Shipping LTL Freight
Freight Plus
JUNE 9, 2023
Regardless of the mode of transportation, the question remains the same: how can I get my product to market as fast as possible and at the lowest cost available, without sacrificing service? Like ocean or air freight, trucking is another extension of this timeless quandary. Long gone are the days when everyone owned their own […] The post 5 Advantages of Shipping LTL Freight appeared first on FreightPlus.
Hackers target healthcare, where will AI go next, and Axway Summit – June Digital News Desk
Axway
JUNE 9, 2023
In this month’s news round-up, we look at the latest healthcare security risks and the Ransomware-as-a-Service groups behind it.
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.
U.S. Expands China Forced-Labor Embargo with Ban on Two New Firms
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2023
Ninestar Corp. and Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd. were both added to the list June 9 bringing the total number of companies to 22.
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