Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Inefficient. Unproductive. Expensive. Dark spots and data gaps in the supply chain are more than annoying. They’re costly, time-consuming and result in high amounts of extra effort. With inflation running rampant and unexpected events around every other turn, productivity and efficiency in the supply chain have never been more important. After all, dark spots and.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
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. This article is from Chetan Chaudhari at GEP and examines the ongoing aluminum can shortage. This shortage is the culmination of various ongoing issues – geopolitical tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war, the rapid shift in consumer buying behavior and container freight availability.
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Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As I noted in the initial installment of this article, discussions about digital transformation (DX) often include foundational concepts upon which successful digital transformations can be built. The articles discuss such things as digital transformation strategies, stages, pillars, building blocks, and layers — and they are often provided in a bulleted format or “by the numbers.” In my earlier article, I discussed some recommendations for getting started (i.e., taking the first ste
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As businesses pursue digital transformation, five supply chain values are being made possible by digitization.
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By John Davis (pictured). Director, UK & Ireland, SANS Institute, EMEA. The post Barclays says Black Friday scams on rise appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By James Hyde (pictured). Chief Product Officer & Founder, James and James Fulfilment. The post Achieving eCommerce Growth in a Recession appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Arena Solutions
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
It’s getting harder for product manufacturers to compete successfully in today’s global economy. According to research, approximately 40% of developed products do not meet their commercialization targets 1 , 2. And only 55% of product launches take place on schedule 3. These statistics are not surprising as more and more companies grapple with part and labor shortages, ever-changing regulatory requirements, and increasing product complexity.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Guy Miller (pictured). CEO, MS3 Networks. The post Full fibre, full breadth of opportunity appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
QAD
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Just when manufacturers and distributors thought some semblance of “normal” might be returning, the possibility of a railroad strike has resurfaced. The scenario of a rail strike sheds light on the unsteadiness that has come to define today’s global supply chain, as QAD’s Stephen Dombroski wrote recently in an article in Food Logistics. Consumers may not be aware, but manufacturers and distributors know all too well the immense volume of American manufactured and distributed goods that depend on
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.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Mario Platt (pictured). Governance, Risk Management & Compliance Director for LastPass. The post Black Friday Scams: How to spot and what to do, from LastPass appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
We have all seen it. You go to the mall on a weekday night, and there are a few stores closed. You walk into a restaurant with plenty of empty tables, yet there is a 30-minute wait. Operating hours of some of your favorite retailers have been shortened. You can’t find the products you want in stores way too often. These problems all stem from the labor shortages that have hit us so hard and while this trend seems to be easing up a bit recently, it has created a new wave of workers and higher exp
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Duncan Ash (pictured). Global Industries Vice President, Confluent. The post How Data Streaming Unlocks Best in Class Fraud Prevention appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The latest generation of sales and operations planning (S&OP) applications are providing better tools for managing supply chains internally.
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
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured). Content Writer. The post 8 Factors to Keep in Mind for Industrial Businesses appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The goal is never to remove a human from a process; rather it is to simplify the process of monitoring and managing models.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Ed Williams (pictured). EMEA Director of SpiderLabs, Trustwave??. The post Iranian Hackers breached federal agency appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Procurement Academy
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The Qatar World Cup begins this Sunday and if you need a reminder of the value of training and teamwork, it’s about to be in the world’s view for the next few weeks. While, on the surface, corporate training is very different from preparing for an intense international tournament, look under the hood (or on the pitch), and there are plenty of similarities.
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.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Great Guidelines for Trading the Gold Market. The global network of supply chain connections is influenced by an expanding array of factors, including the ability to conduct business in new markets and the proliferation of technological tools. One essential tool that has been revolutionary for many organizations is blockchain technology.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Paul Brucciana (pictured). Cyber Security Advisor, WithSecure. The post Biden officals pressed by lawmakers on cyber reporting legislation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The History and State of Vehicle Routing! The subject of logistics is not one that often reaches the uppermost levels of business media headlines. But, in the current international atmosphere of supply chain troubles and widespread shipping congestion, the topic is a timely one. One result of the current surge in interest in logistics includes potential solutions and workarounds for all the latest snafus, blockages, holdups,
Elementum
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
…And Why Good Data Paves the Path to AI for Supply Chain The importance of good data for business operations of all kinds has become a kind of truism in our technology-enabled world. Even those of us who don’t have daily, direct tasks involving data, nonetheless feel its reach and pervasiveness. And we feel it even when we’re not at work: whether we’re driving to a new location with turn-by-turn advice from our phones, ordering something online, or visiting the doctor’s office, the ubiquity and
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 Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Virtualization vs. Cloud Computing! (Infographic). Trying to stay up-to-date with data privacy laws and regulations can be challenging. Still, with the right efforts, organizations can stay compliant and protect their data from hackers and cyber attacks. Cloud file encryption is one solution worth looking into because it offers key benefits for supply chain companies that want to protect their sensitive information.
Elementum
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
…And Why Good Data Paves the Path to AI for Supply Chain. The importance of good data for business operations of all kinds has become a kind of truism in our technology-enabled world. Even those of us who don’t have daily, direct tasks involving data, nonetheless feel its reach and pervasiveness. And we feel it even when we’re not at work: whether we’re driving to a new location with turn-by-turn advice from our phones, ordering something online, or visiting the doctor’s office, the ubiquity and
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How is Blockchain Technology Revolutionary? For ordinary people, the crypto boom is unambiguously associated with new profit opportunities. Blockchain was created as an operational basis to ensure the functioning of digital money. But, unlike traditional payment systems, it does not depend on state regulators and is decentralized.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Bryan House, a partner with the law firm of Foley & Lardner LLP, discusses new guidelines issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on disclosing supply chain disruptions to investors.
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 Digest
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Right on Cue, We get New Amazon Piece Picking Robot Sparrow
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Sales and operations planning (S&OP) was created way back in the 1980s. But it is relevant to today’s world of supply chain disruptions and uncertainty?
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Adem Kulauzovic (pictured). Director of Automation, Domino Printing Sciences. The post Don’t Wait for Compulsory Food Traceability appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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