Mon.Jan 16, 2023

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Request For Problems (RFP)

Supply Chain Movement

As a company involved in supply chain, how do you find the right software vendor to support your necessary digitalization? That’s a question that comes up again and again during the many conversations I have with supply chain directors and executives. As I walked around the exhibition area at Gartner’s recent supply chain conference in London, I understood why it seems such a difficult question to answer.

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Digital Transformations Require Clean, Accessible, Up to Date Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Matt Elenjickal, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FourKites, has pointed out that “data is the raw fuel of a digital transformation.” But it must be quality data! “Just as any chef will tell you that anything less than the best quality ingredients can render a dish inedible, so too, bad data can turn any data-driven IT effort sour.”. When enterprise implementations take longer than expected, almost all do, the amount of time needed to clean up the data is often the leading factor.

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ToolsGroup Announces Inventory Hub®, the Single Source of Truth for Real-Time Data Across the Enterprise

ToolsGroup

In a world of too little, too late, real-time data provides the actionable insights companies need to maximize inventory performance and business profitability. BOSTON — January 16, 2023 — ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain optimization software, today introduced the launch of Inventory Hub®, a Dynamic Data Unification Platform that provides retailers with a “single source of truth” for inventory data across their enterprises.

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How Companies Can Prepare Their Supply Chains to be More Green, Diverse and Compliant in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain operators must ready their reporting operations now to avoid scrambling to stay compliant later. .

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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ToolsGroup® Announces JustEnough® Real-Time Retail, the Only Retail Planning and Execution Solution That Responds to Shopping Behavior in the Moment

ToolsGroup

BOSTON — January 16, 2023 — ToolsGroup : a global leader in retail and supply chain planning optimization software, today announced the launch of Real-Time Retail, the only retail planning and execution solution that leverages up-to-the minute supply and demand data to respond faster and more effectively to changes in the marketplace in order to lower inventory, ensure product availability, and improve customer satisfaction across channels.

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Making The Patient’s Hospital Experience More Pleasant In 7 Easy Steps

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured). Content Writer. The post Making The Patient’s Hospital Experience More Pleasant In 7 Easy Steps appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What is 3PL? A Complete Guide to Third-Party Logistics

Unleashed

Growth doesn’t always happen at a manageable pace. When your business is receiving more orders than it’s possible to fulfil in-house, third-party logistics (3PL) can mean the difference between disappointing customers and capitalising on that success. But if you’re new to outsourcing fulfilment you might be wondering: What is 3PL, who is it for, and when should I start looking for a 3PL partner?

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2023 Cybersecurity Predictions: Supply Chain Security, Ransomware, & Deepfakes

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Hirst (pictured). Partner, Cyber Threat Services. The post 2023 Cybersecurity Predictions: Supply Chain Security, Ransomware, & Deepfakes appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What Is Spend Management and Why Is It Important?

Precoro

Keep reading to find out more about: What is spend management? Types of expenditures to consider Difference between spend management and expense management Steps to build a spend management system Importance of spend management Challenges of spend management Risks of poor spend management What is Spend Management? Spend management is a set of practices for controlling how a business spends money.

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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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Cybersecurity for 2023: The five predictions you need to know

IT Supply Chain

By Adrian Jones (pictured). UK lead for Gatewatcher. The post Cybersecurity for 2023: The five predictions you need to know appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Will Supply Chain Technology Impact E-commerce Businesses in 2023?

Stord

Stord's team of supply chain experts provide insights on the impact of logistics tech on e-commerce in 2023

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Protecting Data Irrespective of Infrastructure

IT Supply Chain

By Simon Pamplin (pictured). CTO, Certes Networks. The post Protecting Data Irrespective of Infrastructure appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Magic of the Coca-Cola Supply Chain & What Companies Can Learn

RFgen

The Coca-Cola supply chain can be a role model for how beverage manufacturers can improve efficiency. Coca-Cola is a household name. With 48% of global market share and two of the world’s top three beverages, it’s no secret that Coca-Cola is a successful brand. But what makes Coca-Cola so unique is not just its product. The Coca-Cola supply chain is a well-oiled machine with far-reaching impact and a seamless operating model.

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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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Zach G

Hybrent

“I like the ease of usefor the end user the most. In order to successfully implement a system like this you need to have a buy-in from the end user and this system makes me very easy.” – Zach G., Pavilion Services Director. The post Zach G appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Sick of Returns? Use Them to Drive Brick-and-Mortar Buys

Supply Chain Brain

Instead of using a stick to influence consumer habits when it comes to returns, Steve Rop suggests using a carrot or two.

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Tori S

Hybrent

“Best Money you can spend to purchasing/inventory management” – Torl S., Clinical Director. The post Tori S appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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COP27 attempts to Steer Shipping Industry to New Direction.

All Things Supply Chain

The most recent (COP27) was held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt between Nov 6, 2022 – Nov 18, 2022.

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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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Tori S

Hybrent

“The ease of ordering all supplies in one place saves time and increases productivity” – Torl S., Clinical Director. The post Tori S appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Huge Sanctions Are Looming for the Fuel That Powers the World

Supply Chain Brain

The European Union will have to replace about 600,000 barrels a day of diesel imports, and Russia will need to find new buyers for those supplies.

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Rebecca R

Hybrent

“I used to have to do orders one at a time, either via email, website, or (the worst) calling on the phone. So tedious! It took hours every day. Now, I can do one massive order in the Hybrent platform…Hitting the generate PO button ONCE fires of all of my order at once.” – Rebecca … Rebecca R Read More » The post Rebecca R appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Green Sheep growing up fast with new WMS solution

SnapFulfil

Leading natural and organic baby product retailer, The Green Sheep Group, has reported immediate stock accuracy and productivity improvements since implementing the flexible cloud based SnapFulfil WMS.

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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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Becky R

Hybrent

“The Hybrent software makes it incredibly easy to compare prices from different vendors and choose the one that fits your organizations needs the most.”- Becky R., Lab Technician. The post Becky R appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Custodians of money to custodians of data and trust – an interview with David Birch

Axway

The following article is an adapted transcript based on the audio recording of Season 3, Episode 8 of the Mr. Open Banking podcast. The audio version is available here.

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Karr L

Hybrent

“I previously worked with a different ordering system and I am so glad I was introduced to Hybrent.” – Karr L., Procurement Specialist. The post Karr L appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Watch: How’s DEI Working Out in the Workplace?

Supply Chain Brain

Dr. Ella Washington, founder and chief executive officer of Ellavate Solutions and a professor of practice at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, discusses the state of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace today.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

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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Zach G

Hybrent

“I really like the quality of service I get from the customer service individuals.” – Zach G., Pavilion Services Director. The post Zach G appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.

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Conagra CEO Says Focus On Frozen Foods Years Ago Was ‘Prophetic’

Supply Chain Brain

A focus on frozen foods and snacks years ago has helped the company excel in today’s world where more people are eating at home.

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Heather B

Hybrent

“(I like that) I can compare different vendor pricing at the same time when purchasing a product.” – Heather B., Materials Manager. The post Heather B appeared first on Hybrent Supply Chain Management Software for Healthcare.