Wed.Dec 14, 2022

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The Road Ahead in Supply Chain Visibility and Execution

Talking Logistics

Supply chain executives, technology companies, and consultants have been talking about the importance of supply chain visibility and execution for many years. Yet, few have truly mastered this discipline so far. And now the operating environment is more dynamic, global, and uncertain than ever, posing additional challenges. But the technology landscape has also changed, with.

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Editor’s Choice: It’s time for traditional inventory management to evolve!

Logistics Viewpoints

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 Zheyuan Du at Kinaxis and discusses unconventional solutions to excess inventory challenges. According to recent statistical data, vacancy rates for industrial real estate across North America have been declining since 2020 and reached an all-time low in the third quarter of 2022.

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Creating the Future of Logistics with Jeff Dangelo

The Logistics of Logistics

Jeff Dangelo and Joe Lynch discuss creating the future of logistics. Jeff is the Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Impact Officer of Fura , a technology company that is building the future of logistics. About Jeff Dangelo. Jeff Dangelo is the Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Impact Officer of Fura, a technology company that is building the future of logistics.

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Is Fusion the Future of Energy? Part Two

Enterra Insights

Yesterday, Secretary Jennifer Granholm announced that researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory had a net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the first time. As I discussed in Part One of this article, that achievement was certainly a breakthrough; however, it needs to be tempered with some stark truths about how difficult it is to scale and sustain fusion reactions.

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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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Five Reasons Why You Need a Functional Prototype To Launch Your Product

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured). Content Writer. The post Five Reasons Why You Need a Functional Prototype To Launch Your Product appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Blackfog: Lockbit gang claims California’s Dept. of Finance attack

IT Supply Chain

By Dr Darren William’s (pictured). CEO & Founder, Blackfog. The post Blackfog: Lockbit gang claims California’s Dept. of Finance attack appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Impacts Facing The Supply Chain Ahead of the Holiday Season

All Things Supply Chain

Supply chain issues have negatively affected companies worldwide since early 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic brought restrictions and changed policies for businesses, leading to shortages in supplies and workers.

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Developing a Training Programme for Your Staff: An Instructional Guide

IT Supply Chain

By Jessica Sweet (pictured). Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com. The post Developing a Training Programme for Your Staff: An Instructional Guide appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Question Facing Retailers: To Substitute or Not to Substitute?

BlueYonder

Picture the scene: You’re walking up and down the aisles of your supermarket, making a beeline for the first item on your list. Your usual brand isn’t there. Out of stock. A quick sigh later, and you’ve reached out for the next best thing instead – a different brand, a different quantity, a slightly different version perhaps. It’s unlikely that you’ll think too much about it unless it happens repeatedly.

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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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A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 4

Arkieva

This blog covers the importance of lead and cycle times when calculating safety stock and other things to consider. A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 4 was first posted on December 14, 2022 at 8:17 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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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on US Manufacturing Costs Lower than China

Supply Chain Digest

Cheaper Feedstock Costs, Proximity to Customers have Changed the Status Quo, Report Claims

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Digitising ports will open up real-time data sharing across the supply chain

IT Supply Chain

By Bruce Mills (pictured). Business Development Lead – Ports at Wärtsilä Voyage. The post Digitising ports will open up real-time data sharing across the supply chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Dec. 15, 2022

Supply Chain Digest

Ocean Container Volumes Shrinking. Amazon Sued by Equipment Supplier. Inflation Remains a Major Issue.

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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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From the Armed Forces to the world of Procurement

Proxima

Proxima’s Executive Advisor Justin Reuter speaks on his journey from the Armed Forces to the world of Procurement Spend on UK Defence received a boost after the 2021 Integrated Defence and Security Review and continues to grow but supply chain issues remain a challenge. Procurement is now central to security and there are not many better placed than Proxima’s new Executive Advisor Justin Reuter, to make sure the supply chain supports the defence sector.

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What makes a best-in-class sustainable company?

o9 Solutions

What makes a best-in-class sustainable company? Ten years ago, the term sustainability was new, and companies often had to develop a business case for why they should devote time and resources to it. When I started my master’s degree in sustainability in 2012, it was a whole new world of interconnected elements unfolding in front of me. Nowadays, sustainability is a mainstream but continuously evolving topic.

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What Should Supply Chain Management Teams Anticipate in 2023 and Beyond- Part Two

Supply Chain Matters

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate, Supply Chain Matters blog unveils part two of a summarized overview of our annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains for the year 2023 and beyond. In our previous published Part One commentary , we summarized the challenges and action taken by industry and global supply chain during the years 2020-2022, along with the key learning.

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What makes a best-in-class sustainable company?

o9 Solutions

What makes a best-in-class sustainable company? Ten years ago, the term sustainability was new, and companies often had to develop a business case for why they should devote time and resources to it. When I started my master’s degree in sustainability in 2012, it was a whole new world of interconnected elements unfolding in front of me. Nowadays, sustainability is a mainstream but continuously evolving topic.

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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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How inflation impacts early payments

Taulia

With inflation reaching levels not seen for many decades, businesses face significant challenges –making it more important than ever to manage cash flow effectively. Several factors contributed to the high inflation currently experienced by major economies including the USA and the UK. The response to the global pandemic from March 2020 onwards required many people to stay at home, which not only prompted individuals to postpone spending decisions but also caused major logistical problems for bu

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CPG Going D2C: 3 Ways to Win the Race to Consumers

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

The trend of CPG companies going direct-to-consumer (D2C) is on the rise. Compared to the traditional CPG model, D2C increases brand recognition and loyalty, creates new revenue streams, and enhaces your supply chain responsiveness. The post CPG Going D2C: 3 Ways to Win the Race to Consumers appeared first on Solvoyo.

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What makes a best-in-class sustainable company?

o9 Solutions

What makes a best-in-class sustainable company? Ten years ago, the term sustainability was new, and companies often had to develop a business case for why they should devote time and resources to it. When I started my master’s degree in sustainability in 2012, it was a whole new world of interconnected elements unfolding in front of me. Nowadays, sustainability is a mainstream but continuously evolving topic.

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The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine War on the U.S. Economy

Supply Chain Brain

It's important to measure the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on the U.S. economy, and determine which commodities are likely to be in short supply as a result.

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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.

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o9 Integration for Microsoft Dynamics 365 is now available

o9 Solutions

DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2022 – o9 Solutions , a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today announced the availability of o9 Integration for Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management on Microsoft AppSource. The o9 Digital Brain integrates with Dynamics 365, which is part of the Microsoft Supply Chain Platform.

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How Rising Fuel Costs Affect the Shipping Industry

TransAudit

If you’ve filled up your gas tank recently, you’re probably abundantly aware of how expensive fuel is right now. It’s not just car gasoline that’s affected. Fuel for all sorts of vessels has jumped in price over the last year or two. When fuel prices rise, so do shipping prices. If you rely on shipping services in your business, you may be feeling the heat.

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Utilities Face Challenges with Aging T&D Grid

Maine Pointe

Written by Lee Cocis, SGS Maine Pointe Managing Director, Energy & Utility. Risks from weather, terrorist attacks, and cyber threats are growing.

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Supermarkets Offer More Store Brands to Lure Cost-Conscious Shoppers

Supply Chain Brain

Supermarkets typically make a higher profit margin on private-label goods than they do from selling branded products from heavyweight suppliers like Kraft Heinz and Unilever.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

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.

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Utilities Face Challenges with Aging T&D Grid

Maine Pointe

Written by Lee Cocis, SGS Maine Pointe Managing Director, Energy & Utility. Risks from weather, terrorist attacks, and cyber threats are growing.

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Port of Los Angeles Cargo Lighter in November

Supply Chain Brain

Executive Director Gene Seroka. said cargo that has shifted away from West Coast ports due to protracted labor negotiations.

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3PL Best Practices

3PL Insights

3PL best practices should establish ways for a company to measure its performance against competitors and itself. These key performance indicators (KPIs) should be measurable so you can see how decisions affect the business development. By establishing these best practices, a 3PL can provide better transportation and warehouse management, improve efficiency, and ensure customer satisfaction.

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