IT Supply Chain

MARCH 30, 2023

By Jean Olivieri (pictured) COO, Fictiv The post 3 Predictions for Supply Chains in 2023 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 30, 2023

Why are shippers interested in benchmarking and why are we hearing more about it lately? Benchmarking helps ensure they are getting the most out of their supply chain and also provides a platform for further optimization. In this article, we will discuss why benchmarking is so important, how it works, and how you can use it to maximize your efficiency when shipping goods.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 30, 2023

The widespread supply chain disruptions that happened when the global pandemic hit in 2020 highlighted several important lessons regarding manufacturing and supply chain visibility. Companies that lacked a control tower in supply chain, manufacturing and operations found themselves unable to ascertain the full impact of the disruptions they were facing and react in a timely manner, leading to significant losses.

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C3 Solutions

MARCH 30, 2023

New challenges constantly threaten retail operations and profitability in 2023. Retailers today face numerous supply chain issues. In addition, they also struggle with inflation, supply chain volatility, and labour shortages. All these recent struggles have made retailers struggle to make a reasonable profit.

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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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SCM Research

MARCH 30, 2023

We have just released a new report, entitled Circular Supply Chain Transformation: Challenges, Opportunities, and Trade-Offs for Circular Smartphones and Computers. It highlights the importance, opportunities, and potential trade-offs associated with circular supply chains for electronic devices in a way that makes it easier for decision makers to understand and navigate the circular transformation.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 30, 2023

Have you had a chance to check out the Incisiv 2023 Omni-Channel Experience Index report ? This new research analyzes the latest market trends and consumer preferences to help you understand which capabilities retail leaders offer today. The COVID-19 pandemic-driven digital shifts we’ve seen in the past few years are here to stay, and shoppers have come to expect seamless omni-channel experiences.

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IT Supply Chain

MARCH 30, 2023

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Different Methods Used in The Automotive Industry to Achieve Zero Waste appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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QAD

MARCH 30, 2023

Manufacturers may not think they have much in common with the retail companies beyond producing the products that stock store shelves, but there could be a lot to learn from the latter as the manufacturing headwinds of the last few years carry into 2023. Labor shortages, inflationary pressure, recessionary risk and supply chain disruption will all persist, at least to some degree, through 2023 and we all know there’s no sure way to safeguard your operations.

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IT Supply Chain

MARCH 30, 2023

By Wouter Satijn (pictured) Sales Director, Joloda Hydraroll The post Why the automotive industry needs unloading standardisation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 30, 2023

Returns Management Returns management remains a vital part of today’s supply chain processes. According to data shared by Vue.AI , “more than 60% of online shoppers say that they look at a retailer’s return policy before making a purchase. When an e-commerce site says ‘no returns or refunds,’ it makes a shopper nervous and less likely to trust the retailer (Ravishankar and Rao).

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IT Supply Chain

MARCH 30, 2023

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Question to ask when buying real estate in Damac Hills in Dubai appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 30, 2023

We’re not living in an era of change, but in a change of era. This has been the firmly held belief of Jan Rotmans, Professor of Transition Studies and Sustainability at Erasmus University Rotterdam, for years. I am currently halfway through his most recent book called ‘Embrace the Chaos’ about this inevitable transition. I was reminded of his comments about a change of era as I listened to an interesting presentation by Anton van Beek, a board member of the multinational Dow Chemical Company, a

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 30, 2023

Mesh networks can handle fluctuations in supply and demand, optimize routes, and create transparency and accountability in the supply chain, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction.

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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.

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Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 30, 2023

Continued Collapse of Ocean Container Rates.Tesla Energy Credit could be Gone. Walmart Robot Floor Scrubbers Take Inventory Too.

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Procurement Academy

MARCH 30, 2023

Huber+Suhner, a global company, headquartered in Switzerland, develop and manufactures components and system solutions for electrical and optical connectivity enhancing their customers communication. The challenge With such a vital product at stake, they needed to ensure their ambitious and dedicated procurement teams were equipped with the right training to ensure they can deliver everything needed to get their cutting-edge technologies into their customers hands.

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Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 30, 2023

West Coast has Lost more than 10 Percentage Points of Share Since 2017

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 30, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights yet another automotive electric vehicle start-up having to initiate a significant headcount reduction in order to cut operating expenses. Development Premium class electric auto vehicle designer and manufacturer Lucid Group announced this week plans to layoff upwards of 1,300 workers, the equivalent of 18 percent of the company’s existing workforce.

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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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Exiger Perspectives

MARCH 30, 2023

Issues with Many SCRM Programs Supply chain management and supply chain risk management (SCRM) have become a greater priority for businesses and government organizations in the last five years, according to Gartner. Despite this increased focus, SCRM programs often fail to produce actionable results that reduce risk to organizations. There are two main reasons why SCRM programs fail to achieve their desired results: Failure to set up a risk framework specific to the program Failure to effectivel

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Locus

MARCH 30, 2023

As the American baseball league is about to begin, let us remind ourselves of the one book that transformed baseball, sports, and even business management in the past two decades, “The Art of Winning an Unfair Game” by Michael Lewis. You can easily relate to the movie that was inspired by this book- Moneyball. All it took Billy Beane from Oakland A’s to break the myth that more money can win more games was data.

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Kanban Logistics

MARCH 30, 2023

In the regulation-heavy world of the aviation, space, and defense (AS&D) industry, adherence to quality management system (QMS) standards is a necessity. This applies not only to suppliers and manufacturers, but also to service providers throughout the aerospace supply chain. In this article, we’ll examine a common QMS certification, AS9100, and explain why it’s important that your chosen warehouse provider meets these standards.

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Supply Chain 24/7

MARCH 30, 2023

On this episode, Ashok Viswanathan details the steps required upskill your workforce for the digital supply chain.

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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.

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Demand Driven Technologies

MARCH 30, 2023

Decouple ERP, Best of Breed and Low Code Digitizing the management of the supply chain is on the agenda of companies. By which end to take the subject, which functional domains to focus on, and which technologies to use, everything gets complicated when trying to start the process. There is a plethora of solutions on.

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o9 Solutions

MARCH 30, 2023

DALLAS, 30th March, 2023 – o9 Solutions, a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today announced it has been selected by Johnsonville, LLC , the most popular brand of sausage in the United States, to transform its supply chain planning capabilities and enable more data-driven planning and decision-making.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 30, 2023

A recent headline grabbed my attention: “Why Are We Still Talking About Digital Transformation?” The implication was clear — the time for talk is over and now it’s time for action. In the article, Annee Bayeux , Chief Learning Strategist at Degreed, explains, “Today, we face another Sputnik moment. The fourth industrial revolution — the introduction of technologies such as AI, robotics, cloud technologies and IoT — is leaving thousands of companies and millions of workers

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 30, 2023

The multiple crises of the past few years are causing American businesses to consider “friend-shoring,” or the placement of manufacturing in countries with shared values.

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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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Bulk Connection

MARCH 30, 2023

Capacity has been a bit easier to come by in the early months of 2023. As such, shippers are getting loads on the move more quickly than just a year ago. When it comes to North American bulk transport, however, there’s a little more to the story than meets the eye. In this article, we’ll look at the current state of bulk freight capacity in North America and tell you what you need to do to secure it.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 30, 2023

The global third-party logistics (3PL) market reached $1.47 trillion in 2022, according to Armstrong & Associates, Inc. (A&A), an increase of 14.5% over 2021 revenues.

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Axway

MARCH 30, 2023

The digital future belongs to companies taking an ecosystem approach that connects them with customers and partners in an interdependent way. According to Dr.

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