ProcurePort
JUNE 15, 2022
• The goal of procurement is to keep up with an organization’s emerging product and supply chain needs to meet the business’s end goals. • Procurement is a strategic process involving identifying, selecting, negotiating, and settling contracts with suppliers. But what is the purpose of procurement? • Procurement aims to purchase the highest-quality products at […].
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 15, 2022
Over the last couple of years, as the Covid pandemic has changed the way consumers interact and shop with retailers, brands, and consumer goods companies, last mile delivery has become increasingly important. Customer expectations for expedited delivery are becoming more commonplace, in both the B2B and B2C world. And as the lines continue to blur between B2B and B2C, and the model expands to a B2B2C focus, order fulfillment processes become more complex.
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Talking Logistics
JUNE 15, 2022
I believe we’re witnessing the birth of a new transportation mode, one that will take many years to develop and mature (but will probably happen sooner than we think), and one that will make our current discussions about driverless cars and same-day delivery sound silly in retrospect. I wrote that back in February 2013 in. Read more Drone Delivery: A 9+ Year Gestation for Amazon Prime Air.
ivalua
JUNE 15, 2022
Learn how Körber leveraged Ivalua’s software tools to automate and streamline tactical activities while keeping strategy front and center. Session REPLAY. The global supply chain is undergoing an incredible transformation that will change the way we do business. Today, organizations are looking to build supply chain resilience and maximize opportunities for growth as we pivot and prepare for unexpected global events. .
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 15, 2022
The continuing effects of the global coronavirus pandemic are being felt in unexpected ways. Across the United States right now, desperate parents are coping with a nationwide baby formula shortage.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
JUNE 15, 2022
By Wouter Satijn (pictured). Sales Director, Joloda Hydraroll. The post Automating the Loading Process to Improve the HGV Driver Experience appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Invata Intralogistics
JUNE 15, 2022
When it comes to warehouse automation, do you favor new technology or “proven” technology for your operation? Understandably, a lot of people lean toward “proven” technology as emerging technology is by nature unproven. Making the leap to robotics technology in a fulfillment or distribution operation, for example, raises all sorts of legitimate concerns like: Will early adopters be saddled with outdated systems as the technology evolves?
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2022
Merchants and brands are being forced to navigate the perfect storm — inflation, supply chain issues, climate change and unsteady shopper behavior.
Unleashed
JUNE 15, 2022
Inflation is the word on everyone’s lips – so how do you limit its impact on your business? Bethanie Hawkins from Unleashed software spoke with business advisor Graham Dyer of the UK’s French Duncan LLP for his top ‘inflation salvation’ tips for product business. 1. Explore pricing models As inflation impacts both your margins and buyer behaviours, consider some of the ways that you can secure repeat business – or attract customers to higher margin items.
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.
Elementum
JUNE 15, 2022
Elementum is unique in that it is a combination of two of the four main types of project management software. It combines the best of both worlds by offering on-premise and cloud solutions that work together to manage every aspect of the supply chain. This program helps maintain order by ensuring there’s no surplus or shortages. In particular, the cloud solution offered by Elementum enables organizations of all sizes to access important information on the go with the click of a button.
Invata Intralogistics
JUNE 15, 2022
When it comes to warehouse automation, do you favor new technology or “proven” technology for your operation? Understandably, a lot of people lean toward “proven” technology as emerging technology is by nature unproven. Making the leap to robotics technology in a fulfillment or distribution operation, for example, raises all sorts of legitimate concerns like: Will early adopters be saddled with outdated systems as the technology evolves?
Procurement Academy
JUNE 15, 2022
Being ethical means being in accordance with the rules or standards for right conduct or practice, especially the standards of a profession. Ethics play a major role in procurement and with the increasing use of technology and consumer behavior changes, it’s something to take seriously as an organization. An example of how ethics comes into play in procurement is in supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation and ultimately awarding business.
Requis
JUNE 15, 2022
In a recent podcast , Richard Donaldson, Vice President of Management and Marketing of Requis, and a diverse industry panel discuss the progress in moving toward a circular economy and the transformation of supply chains. In conjunction with the second International Supply Chain Day, this panel also explores sustainability improvements achieved by industries.
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
Procurement Academy
JUNE 15, 2022
Being ethical means being in accordance with the rules or standards for right conduct or practice, especially the standards of a profession. Ethics play a major role in procurement and with increasing use of technology and consumer behavior changes, it’s something to take seriously as an organization. An example of how ethics comes into play in procurement is in supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation and ultimately awarding business.
Unleashed
JUNE 15, 2022
May’s MAKE UK National Manufacturing Conference is a key event for UK manufacturers – a chance to see what the best and brightest in this £180 billion sector are up to, and discover the latest technologies and trends. As a leading provider of SaaS software for manufacturers , Unleashed attended the 2022 event at the QEII Centre in London. Here’s our digest of the event’s most important highlights.
Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 15, 2022
Supply Chain Matters provides part two of highlights from supply chain concurrent planning technology provider Kinaxis ’s annual Kinexions 2022 customer conference held in May. In a previously published part one commentary , we shared summary highlights of the Kinexions 2022 conference. Our commentary focused om major announcements including a reported new breakthrough in advanced supply chain analytics which is being termed Kinaxis Planning.AI , along with other announcements.
Intelligent Audit
JUNE 15, 2022
Of all the factors trucking companies have to juggle and contend with, cost control management and tracking rising trucking costs, primarily fueled by widespread inflation and price increases, remain the most pressing and concerning. According to trucking cost research highlighted by Heavy Duty Trucking , shipping expenses are likely to hit an estimated $8,000 to $9,000 increase on trailers and systems that were already costing trucking around $30,000.
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.
BlueYonder
JUNE 15, 2022
This post was written by Bryant Miller in Corporate Communications. Bryant uses he/him pronouns and identifies as both queer and gay. I can’t believe I’m going to use a car analogy to introduce my blog post for Pride month, but I swear there’s a point! Okay, here we go…. Do you remember the first time you ever rode in an electric or hybrid vehicle? If you’re like me, the first thing you noticed was how quiet the engine was.
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 15, 2022
Retail Sales Fall in May. Amazon Delaying FC Openings. FedEx getting Shareholder Friendly.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 15, 2022
Dan Slagen and Joe Lynch discuss thinking like a CEO and why it is so important these days for every employee regardless of their job function. Dan is currently the Chief Marketing Officer at Tomorrow.io and the author of Understanding Start-Up CEOs: And the Mindset You Need to Successfully Work For One. About Dan Slagen. Dan Slagen is currently the Chief Marketing Officer at Tomorrow.io, and a 4-time start-up executive specializing in scaling global go-to-market functions from early stage to $
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 15, 2022
Remarkable Increase in Inflation since Early in the Pandemic
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2022
Major railroads, including Union Pacific and BNSF, and their unions remain at an impasse after a government board ended efforts to mediate a settlement, a move which will likely force President Biden’s administration to intervene.
Axway
JUNE 15, 2022
We are back with our Meet the Griffins series where we present an outstanding employee who we feel embodies Axway ’s culture and is an excellent example of commitment, achievement, motivation, and work ethic.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2022
USTR has announced it will reinstate through the end of this year more than 350 previously expired China duty exclusions under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. It’s important to act now to identify qualifying exclusions and estimate potential duty refund amounts.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JUNE 15, 2022
Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) together with an ERP system allows manufacturers to collect the data, visualize and analyze it, and make decisions. Manufacturers know that the world has changed, They don’t have long production runs anymore, they know they have to ensure the quality and consistency of products, and they are under pressure to reduce costs and increase operational efficiency.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2022
Warehouse work has been transforming at an amazing rate over the past several years and operators are constantly looking for new, innovative ways to deliver immediate, impactful improvements in productivity and accuracy. .
DocShipper Sourcing
JUNE 15, 2022
The apparel business is quickly embracing e-commerce. As additional organizations concoct viable systems to develop, advance and rebuild their business, it's significant the fashion and style business isn't left unattended. The post How e-commerce is changing the clothing industry? appeared first on ?Sourcing services.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2022
Terence Leung, senior director of solutions with Blue Yonder, offers a vision of the future for logistics.
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