Fri.Aug 12, 2022

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What is Proof of Delivery and Why do you Need it for Your Customers?

Locus

We live in an age of instant deliveries. Businesses work with seamless digital logistics management systems and don’t underestimate the power of efficient route, order and transport management systems. Speed is not the only factor to consider when it comes to deliveries. Shipping fees must be low, fulfillment options must come with choices, delivery forecasts must be accurate, and return processes must be hassle-free for both the business and the customer.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

I read earlier this week that pressure on the supply of critical materials will continue to mount as road transport electrification expands to meet net-zero ambitions. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries will increase from around 340 GWh today to over 3500 GWh by 2030. In a recent report, IEA indicated that global battery and mineral supply chains need to expand ten-fold to meet projected critical minerals needs by 2030.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain and Logistics News (August 12, 2022)

Talking Logistics

My oldest daughter, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at age 11, turns 22 today. Half her life living with T1D. 50% of her days. Will that percentage continue to increase in the years ahead or will it reach a peak and start to decline? The latter can only happen if we find. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain and Logistics News (August 12, 2022).

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The GoBolt Story with Mark Ang

The Logistics of Logistics

Mark Ang and Joe Lynch discuss the GoBolt story. Mark is the Co-founder and CEO of GoBolt , a tech-enabled, sustainably-focused logistics provider for local ecommerce shops and national brands. About Mark Ang. Mark Ang co-founded GoBolt (formerly Bolt Logistics) out of the University of Toronto, where he obtained his Bachelor of Commerce. He was also selected to participate in the Creative Destruction Lab as part of the MBA program, an incubator/accelerator focused on scaling disruptive business

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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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The Big Sigh

Supply Chain Shaman

I hopped on the plane in Baltimore on my way to Atlanta last week. Always late, I squeezed past a middle-aged man wearing a black mask in the aisle seat and promptly fell asleep nodding my head on the window ledge. As we circled Atlanta, I woke up and started a obligatory conversation with my neighbor. I started with, “Tell me about you. What brings you to Atlanta?

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Inventory Management & Presentation- A Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs

IT Supply Chain

By Charlie Fletcher (pictured). Freelance Writer. The post Inventory Management & Presentation- A Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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7 Blockchain Development Trends You Can’t Miss!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 4 Ways Blockchain is Revolutionizing Supply Chain! Blockchain is currently one of the most instigative technical ideas. It’s a distributed, translated database model with the potential to solve a wide range of internet trust and security challenges. What are the top Blockchain development trends?

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NHS attacks shows supply chain security is critical

IT Supply Chain

By Jamie Moles (pictured). Senior Technical Manager, ExtraHop. The post NHS attacks shows supply chain security is critical appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Calling for a New Pro-Active Supply Chain Risk Management

Supply Chain Movement

In the face of today’s highly disruptive external environment, companies need to leave traditional and ineffective approaches to risk management behind and move towards a new pro-active approach. Stop chasing events and become risk-aware! By Iris Heckmann and Thomas Ebel. As the last months have shown, uncertainty and stress on global supply chains are increasing at an ever-faster rate.

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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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Why theat actors are targeting MSSPs

IT Supply Chain

By Paul Brucciani (pictured). Cyber Security Advisor at WithSecure. The post Why theat actors are targeting MSSPs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Sustainable Manufacturing: Balancing Costs, Profits & the Customer Experience

AFFLINK

A recent study by McKinsey revealed that two-thirds of an average company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) footprint lies with suppliers. For procurement leaders, this finding indicates marked potential for making an environmental impact. For manufacturing facilities, the pressure is on to become the essential link to a more sustainable value chain.

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Why threat actors are targeting MSSPs

IT Supply Chain

By Paul Brucciani (pictured). Cyber Security Advisor at WithSecure. The post Why threat actors are targeting MSSPs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Stock Report for Week Ending Aug. 12, 2022

Supply Chain Digest

See who was up and who was down

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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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NHS attacks show that supply chain security is critical

IT Supply Chain

By Jamie Moles (pictured). Senior Technical Manager, ExtraHop. The post NHS attacks show that supply chain security is critical appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Ultimate List of Logistics and Supply Chain FAQs

Loginext

The Big List of Logistics and Supply Chain FAQs Logistics and supply chain is a massive subject! Right from inventory management to delivery automation to demand forecasting, there are tons of subjects. And it is almost humanly impossible for one person to keep track of all. In this article, we intend to populate a […].

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Innovation is Aided by Applying New Frameworks

Enterra Insights

Occasionally a new idea, a new product, or a new way of doing things comes along that seems so obvious it causes to us to slap our heads and ask, “Why didn’t I think of that?” Good question. The problem for most of us is that we have a difficult time seeing things from a different perspective or thinking about things in a new way. Alison Doyle ( @AlisonDoyle ), a career expert, observes, “Creative thinking is the ability to consider something in a new way.

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FMC Seeks Comments on Possible Emergency Order to Share Information

Supply Chain Brain

If the Commission issues an emergency order, common carriers and marine terminal operators would be required to share directly with relevant shippers, rail carriers, or motor carriers information relating to cargo throughput and availability.

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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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Open Banking for All – an interview with Rolands Mesters

Axway

The following article is an adapted transcript based on the audio recording of Season 3, Episode 4 of the Mr. Open Banking podcast. The audio version is available here.

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Why every auto-related business needs a large format lithium battery plan

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

Electric vehicles are here to stay. This is not breaking news. In 2021, global sales of electric cars doubled to a new record of 6.6 million—close to 10 percent of all new cars sold. In the U.S., electric vehicle registrations shot up 60 percent in the first quarter of 2022, and EVs now make up.

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