Tue.Mar 14, 2023

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How AI and Machine Learning are Changing the Supply Chain Game

John Galt

Learn about key areas where machine learning helps solve challenges for the supply chain with real-world examples from your peers.

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Logistics Procurement – Performance Management

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Logistics Procurement – Performance Management by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Shortly after the outset of COVID, in early 2020, supply chains have been disrupted across the globe. With constrained and somewhat erratic demand and supply – not just of products and materials but also capacity with carriers of all modes – rates have been extremely volatile.

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[Video] Top of Mind Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives

Talking Logistics

A conversation with Maria Villablanca, Co-Founder & CEO of Future Insights Network, on the “Top of Mind Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives.” Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] Top of Mind Challenges and Opportunities for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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When Adopting New Tools for the Supply Chain, Don’t Forget Change Management

Supply Chain Brain

Why do some companies get so much more value from their supply chain and logistics deployments over time, while others see their value degrade?

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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The year that was, and preparing for the retail year ahead.

IT Supply Chain

By Andrew Tavener (pictured) Head of Fleet Marketing EMEA, Descartes Systems Group The post The year that was, and preparing for the retail year ahead. appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Short-term space is critical to a successful warehouse strategy

IT Supply Chain

By Steve Purvis (pictured) Managing Director, Bis Henderson Space The post Short-term space is critical to a successful warehouse strategy appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Why Now is the Time for Arkieva+

Arkieva

Digital transformation has been a prime area of focus over the last 10 years. Arkieva+ is our answer for smaller businesses looking to implement a SaaS solution. Why Now is the Time for Arkieva+ was first posted on March 14, 2023 at 8:09 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Uphold Sustainability Goals with Supply Chain Digitization

QAD

In today’s world, sustainability has become a top priority for businesses across all industries. Companies are increasingly focused on reducing their carbon footprint, conserving natural resources and promoting social responsibility. One way that companies can achieve their sustainability goals is by digitizing their supply chain operations. Businesses should pursue these environmental initiatives not only for addressing customer expectations and brand reputation, but also because many of these

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Sporting Goods Brands: Choosing the Right 3PL For Retail Deliveries

Zipline Logistics

Did you know…? The most recent valuation of the sports equipment & apparel market totaled to $340.6 Billion. This industry includes sports equipment, apparel, and shoes. It’s then segmented into categories including bike, outdoor, tennis, other racket sports, running, fitness, football/soccer, other team sports, winter sports, watersports, and others.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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What Is The Importance Of Mechanical Testing?

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post What Is The Importance Of Mechanical Testing? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Can the US Produce Lithium-Ion Batteries Domestically? Li-Bridge Outlines a Plan

Resilinc

Recent government initiatives have strongly endorsed and promoted electric vehicles (EV) over the next few decades. Acts such as The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act , and the CHIPS and Science Act have been created to bolster the US battery and semiconductor industries. The White House also released the National Blueprint for Lithium Batteries which roadmaps the future of the industry from 2021 to 2030.

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Getting Started with Automation

IT Supply Chain

By Dr Paul Rivers (pictured) CEO, Guidance Automation The post Getting Started with Automation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Prosol Inc. Rolls Out Digital Supply Chain Capabilities with Tecsys’ End-to-end Platform

Tecsys

Montreal, Canada — March 14, 2023. Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS), an industry leader in supply chain management software, is pleased to announce the rollout of its Elite™ platform at Montreal-based Prosol Inc., a leader in the distribution of products and accessories related to the installation and finishing of floors. Embarking on its end-to-end digital transformation journey, Prosol implemented Tecsys' Elite™ Distribution ERP (enterprise resource planning solution) to provide an adaptive and function

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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How to Choose the Right Cryptocurrencies to Invest in & Manage your Online Wallet

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How to Choose the Right Cryptocurrencies to Invest in & Manage your Online Wallet appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Winning strategies for distributors and manufacturers during an economic downturn

EazyStock

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. As the global world economy has continued to recover completely from the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, and with a subsequent war with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rising inflation, many stock-holding companies are having a hard time.

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Watch: What Lies Ahead for the Supply Chain Industry?

Supply Chain Brain

Paul Brashier, vice president of drayage and intermodal at ITS Logistics, discusses the impact of Lunar New Year on the supply chain, port visibility in the last two years, and what lies ahead for the supply chain industry.

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How to increase/improve working capital

Taulia

Working capital is the lifeblood of a business. Here are nine of the best ways to improve your working capital position to fuel growth or build resilience. Working capital – or current assets minus current liabilities – is an indicator of a business’s short-term liquidity. By increasing working capital, businesses can ensure they’re able to meet financial obligations, maintain a steady flow of production, and generally keep operations running smoothly.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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ProMat 2023: What to See and Do in Chicago

Locus Robotics

By Mary Hart February may be Super Bowl time for football fans, but in the manufacturing and supply chain world, our Super Bowl is in March with ProMat 2023 in Chicago, IL. Close to 50,000 people will attend this all important trade show from March 20th to the 23rd to see the latest and greatest innovations from over 1,000 vendors. While you’re at ProMat, we know you’ll be busy checking out the booths, presentations, and demos, but you’ll also have to eat and should explore the sites.

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The Journey to Becoming a U.S. Customs Broker

3PL Insights

If you’re someone who is interested in international trade, becoming a customs broker may be an ideal career path for you. However, becoming a customs broker is no simple task. To do so, you must have a working knowledge of the procedures and requirements for moving products into and out of the United States. Although challenging, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience.

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570 Tons of Horse S**t and 57.000 Litres of Urine per Day!

Global Trade Management

The year was 1894, and London had been dealing with the "Great Manure Crisis" for years, and the Times had predicted that every street would be buried under nine feet of manure. Urban planners needed help with what to do about the situation. New technologies in the form of motorized vehicles started to make a difference. Introduced on a massive scale, they allowed for easier transportation of goods and people throughout the city and reduced waste accumulation in public areas.

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The Growing Trend of Nearshoring and Onshoring in the U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain disruptions have brought a lot of talk of nearshoring and offshoring, and these are compelling propositions for many reasons.

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How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.

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Supply Chain News on Cass Report for February Shows Shipments were Flat, Rates Down Big versus 2022

Supply Chain Digest

Still too Many Drivers Chasing too Little Freight, Tim Denoyer of ACT Research Says

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National Pi Day 2023

Enterra Insights

Considering that “Pi” is just a number, the fact that National Pi Day annually generates so much interest is remarkable. Nobody gets the day off. There are few historic tales to tell about Pi and there few Pi heroes to remember. So, what makes Pi so special? Journalist Brett Molina notes, “Although Pi is typically rounded down to 3.14, it can go on forever.

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How to Mitigate Risk in FMCG Route to Market Change

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Moving to a new Distribution Partner (DP) arrangement can be daunting, challenging, stressful, costly, rewarding, and ideally, successful. But no matter what the scenario, there are risks involved.

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Robots as a Service: Automate the Warehouse While Preserving Capital

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In 1903 when Henry Ford introduced the Model A, he was convinced his invention would replace the horse and buggy in no time. But horses and buggies continued to outsell his cars until he developed the assembly line process to mass produce his Model T, making automobiles affordable to the average family. Robots are amazing. They’re what ecommerce fulfillment needs right now to solve the chronic labor shortage in warehouses and bring a host of other benefits in productivity, scalability, accuracy

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance

The Logistics of Logistics

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. As a result, data security and compliance have become a critical component of logistics operations, although implementing adequate controls can present numerous challenges in these complex networks.

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Key steps when implementing an ERP system for the first time

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The reason executives decide to implement an ERP system is to achieve objectives of improving operations and making more efficient use of information, people and assets. However, implementing ERP software is a complex technical undertaking and has fundamental impacts on people and processes. Therefore, an implementation project has to be planned carefully and many different factors must be taken into consideration for it to succeed.

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50 years of bulk shipments: an interview with Bulk Connection founder James Cordock

Bulk Connection

We periodically profile the men and women who make Bulk Connection a trusted freight partner. In this article, the company’s founder James Cordock talks about his history in the bulk freight industry, as well as Bulk Connection’s role as a bulk shipment specialist.

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