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The Ongoing Convergence of Logistics and Commerce

Talking Logistics

The traditional lines between software vendors and 3PLs, and between the front-end of e-commerce and the back-end, are all starting to blur and dissolve. I wrote that back in August 2016 in “The Convergence Of Logistics And Commerce (And Social Networking Too).” The post was in response to news at the time that Symphony Commerce. Read more The post The Ongoing Convergence of Logistics and Commerce appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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2023 Supply Chain Priorities, Perceptions, and Initiatives – Preliminary Results

Logistics Viewpoints

There are numerous indications that supply chain is more critical than ever. Results from The Conference Board’s C-SUITE OUTLOOK survey showed supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and rising inflation to be 3 of the 5 high impact external factors on the minds of CEOs. In addition, the Board asked executives what steps they were taking in response to the war in Ukraine.

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What to Expect in Network Connectivity for the Supply Chain in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chains need to look at technologies that can impact efficiency and productivity across multiple functions and tasks. One often-overlooked technology is wireless network connectivity.

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What is vertical integration and why is it a growing trend amongst manufacturers?

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Supply chain issues brought on by the pandemic have been particularly challenging for any industry and sector. To overcome these challenges, many manufacturers are bringing their operations closer to home and more literally, under one roof. This is called vertical integration, and it occurs when the supply chain of a company is owned and operated by that company, allowing it to directly control the stages in its production cycle as opposed to outsourcing them to external contractors or third-par

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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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4 Best Practices every company should adopt to increase supply chain efficiency and resilience

ThroughPut

Why Supply Chain Efficiency and Resilience are Critical to Business Success? No matter how rapidly your business is growing, ongoing supply chain efficiency springs from the core ability of your business to leverage its resources, skills, technology and capabilities to exceed revenue while minimizing costs. If this can be achieved by optimizing supply chain processes and operations, the organization is on a favorable growth path.

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A Unified Platform for S&OP and S&OE

Adexa

A Unified Platform for S&OP and S&OE Results in More Resilience and Agility Real-time response planning is a function of S&OE. Given the level of disruptions in the supply chain, S&OE is your best friend to improve the resilience of your supply chain. S&OE can also optimize operations cost and improve service levels. Having instant visibility as to how your decision in operations can impact your financials is only available to you with the right S&OE solution.

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Maximizing Supply Chain Strategy: A 10-Step Guide

RFgen

Strategy is a critical aspect of supply chain management. Its execution directly impacts cost, quality, and the delivery of goods and services. By managing processes like planning, sourcing, production, and delivery, companies can reduce costs, safeguard against undue risk, and pivot quickly when faced with the unexpected. But when your supply chain isn’t meeting the company’s goals, what do you do?

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What 4 Issues Are Keeping Supply Chain Leaders Up at Night?

QAD

The recent Supply Chain and Logistics (SCL) Hub in London was a welcome return to one of my personal favorite supply chain events – and good timing too! The ongoing disruptions of recent years are forcing supply chain leaders to rethink how supply chains are designed, how all the different parties communicate, and what is possible. Supply chain conversations have shifted from the boardroom to the dining room, (where delayed shipments for birthday presents causes nail biting family anguish) as t

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Feb. 16, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Retail Sales Jump in January. Supply Chain Robots Sales Set Record in 2022. Cargo Theft Rose Sharply Last Year.

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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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How Manufacturers Can Realize the Full Value of Industry 4.0 Technology

Supply Chain Brain

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, or Industry 4.0, is rapidly impacting how global manufacturers operate.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on The Incrdible Rise and Collapse of Ocean Container Shipping Rates

Supply Chain Digest

Spot and Contract Rates May have Finally Hit Bottom

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Digital Twins in the Warehouse: Five Real-World Use Cases

Supply Chain Brain

The digital twin of a warehouse — a real-time, 3D virtual representation of an actual facility down to the space, people, equipment and inventory — lets operators monitor activity, respond instantly to disruption and model future scenarios to improve performance.

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Fuel management and ways to save fuel for transport businesses

Abivin

One of the most critical components to maximizing operations in the transportation sector is fuel management. Saving fuel is a challenge, though, and it demands careful preparation and execution. In this blog, we'll look at fuel management and fuel-saving strategies for the transportation industry. Why Fuel Management is Important? The profitability of the transportation industry can be considerably impacted by fuel prices.

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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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U.S. on Track to Add $19 Trillion in New Debt Over 10 Years

Supply Chain Brain

The United States is on track to add nearly $19 trillion to its national debt over the next decade.

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PwC’s global lead – Transport & Logistics joins the Logistics Middle East Awards 2023 jury panel

Logistics Middle East

Along with other members of the jury panel, Baumeister will name the winners of this year's Logistics Middle East Awards.

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What is API testing?

Axway

API testing ensures the API is behaving as expected. Testing typically involves sending requests to the API and then monitoring its responses.

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Ras Al Khaimah announces rollout of e-Aber toll gate system

Logistics Middle East

The main aim of this partnership is to streamline the industrial inflow and outflow of Rakez clients’ transport and logistical operations

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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 a Drug Company Made $114 Billion by Gaming the U.S. Patent System

Supply Chain Brain

Through its savvy but legal exploitation of the U.S. patent system, Humira’s manufacturer, AbbVie, was able to block competitors from entering the market.

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AD Ports reports 41% revenue growth to $1.49 bn

Logistics Middle East

AD Ports' strong results were largely driven by the performance of its Maritime and Ports Clusters as well as acquisitions and new partnerships.

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Add Your Heading Text HereHighway Joins Forces with Tai to Deliver Targeted Carrier and Capacity Solutions for Brokers

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Highway’s selection of Tai streamlines the process of finding appropriate carriers for broker networks February 15, 2023 08:00 ET | Source: Tai Software HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Feb.

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P&O Maritime Logistics signs contract with Mammoet to support the shipment of Red Sea Global (RSG) villas from the UAE to Saudi Arabia

Logistics Middle East

The MCVs selected for the project were serviced in drydock facilities before the contract in order to limit their possible impact on local marine life.

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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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Fuel management and ways to save fuel for transport businesses

Abivin

One of the most critical components to maximizing operations in the transportation sector is fuel management. Saving fuel is a challenge, though, and it demands careful preparation and execution. In this blog, we'll look at fuel management and fuel-saving strategies for the transportation industry. Why Fuel Management is Important? The profitability of the transportation industry can be considerably impacted by fuel prices.

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DP World Trade Finance, MODIFI expand partnership, launch API integration for business payments

Logistics Middle East

The integration will benefit both DP World and MODIFI by offering customers an improved user experience, allowing them to perform multiple tasks from one platform.

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The Important Role an HBCU Played in My Success

BlueYonder

I am a Project Manager in the IT Project Management Office at Blue Yonder, but I did not study a STEM subject. In fact, I majored in History at Howard University. Howard was founded in 1867 as a university for freed slaves and was named for Union Major General and Medal of Honor Recipient Oliver Otis Howard. We “Howardites” lovingly refer to our school as “The Mecca” of the 102 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the U.S.

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Ohio Train Derailment Could Bring Cancer Risk, Millions in Damage

Supply Chain Brain

Nearly two weeks after a train carrying carcinogenic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, the extent of the damage to the nearby community is still unclear

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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.