Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

Way back in 2013, in a post titled “Siri Comes to Enterprise Apps,” I wrote the following: Instead of manually executing tasks with a mouse or touch screen, why not speak them? We already see this in the consumer realm with smartphones, and in the warehouse too with voice picking technologies. It’s only a question. Read more The post Chatting With Your Supply Chain Software appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2024

Locus Robotics Has Introduced a new Robot with a Heavier Payload Historically, a warehouse management system used slotting and waving functionality to optimize the work in a distribution center. Slotting improves picking efficiency by putting the most popular items in locations closer to the shipping docks and at a height on the rack that is easy for a picker to reach.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess.

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Precoro

JULY 1, 2024

Many SMBs feel disadvantaged because they have little leverage in negotiations with suppliers or vendors and can’t secure discounts due to low order volumes. Small companies may also lack the resources to create a dedicated procurement team for proper sourcing and supplier vetting. Group purchasing organizations can be the perfect way for these companies to increase cost savings.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

As retail operations become increasingly complex, the need arises for serialized data capture. That’s where tools like the 2D barcode and radio frequency identification come into play.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post A Guide to Enhancing Customer Experience Through Efficient Order Management appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Smart Software

JULY 1, 2024

Utilities in the electrical, natural gas, urban water, and telecommunications fields are all asset-intensive and reliant on physical infrastructure that must be properly maintained, updated, and upgraded over time. Maximizing asset uptime and the reliability of physical infrastructure demands effective inventory management, spare parts forecasting, and supplier management.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Hot Wallet or Cold Wallet: Where Should You Store Your Crypto Coins? 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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Loginext

JULY 1, 2024

The pandemic reshaped manufacturing, highlighting the importance of logistics management software. Learn how LogiNext's solutions can help manufacturers overcome challenges like labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and evolving technology needs. The post How the Pandemic Changed Manufacturing and the Role of Logistics Management Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post A Beginner’s Guide to Satellite IoT appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

Globally, supply chain issues have become a pressing challenge, particularly impacting the manufacturing sector.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Advanced Techniques and Applications of Metal Lathes in Industry appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 1, 2024

In today’s competitive landscape, efficient order management is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. For supply chain professionals, ensuring smooth order fulfillment from click to delivery is crucial for customer satisfaction, business growth, and profitability. This comprehensive guide deepens into order management best practices, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to optimize your operations.

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BlueYonder

JULY 1, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving automotive industry that is significantly impacted by macroeconomic challenges, government regulations, geopolitical tensions, software proliferation, and changing customer expectations, optimizing supply chain processes has become crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Southeast Toyota Distributors, the largest independent distributor of Toyotas in the world, has embarked on a remarkable journey of supply chain transformation in partnership with Blue Yonder, to

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Taulia

JULY 1, 2024

Navigating the evolving SCF landscape with Taulia and ANZ Supply chain finance solutions can help businesses build resilience in challenging times, and collaborations between banking institutions and FinTech companies are making those solutions easier to access than ever. Since the pandemic, companies worldwide have faced significant challenges in obtaining the goods they need to do business.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Small Businesses Can Benefit from Bulk Bubble Mailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Advertiser: GEP

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

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Supply Chain 24/7

JULY 1, 2024

Discover how Reveel's Parcel Shipping Management 2.0 Platform utilizes advanced analytics and real-time insights to optimize logistics costs and enhance operational efficiency for CFOs aiming to streamline supply chain operations.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Starting an Import Business: Essential Steps and Tips appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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ShipBob

JULY 1, 2024

Imagine you’re a customer shopping for a new pair of shoes online. Your previous ones are worn out and unusable so you’d like to get a new pair ASAP. You’re trying to decide between two different pairs from two different businesses: one business promises a delivery date in three days and the other doesn’t give a predefined date at all. With all else being equal, which would you choose?

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How the World as We Know it Became Data-Driven appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 1, 2024

This morning’s business headlines feature breaking news regarding the announcement that Boeing has now reached an agreement to acquire aircraft aerostructures supplier Spirit AeroSystems. The reported all-stock deal has a total reported value of $8.3 billion when Spirit ’s net debt is included. Boeing will reportedly offer the sum of $37.25 per share for outstanding Spirit AeroSystems shares.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 1, 2024

Understanding the Risks Associated with Global 5G Infrastructure July 1, 2024 Case Study Challenge 5G infrastructure and technology continue to proliferate across the globe. While the expanding surface area has positive implications for global connectivity and capability, it is accompanied by a potentially larger vulnerability surface area for U.S. Government (USG) organizations operating abroad.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

According to FreightWaves , the U.S. Supreme Court has made a decision that could help freight carriers challenge regulations more easily. In a 6-3 ruling, the Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, a 40-year-old policy that required lower courts to always side with federal agencies when regulations were unclear.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 1, 2024

Uncovering Foreign Ownership and Influence Risks in Undersea Cables July 1, 2024 Case Study Challenge Department of Defense (DoD) organizations needed to understand risk-assessed companies active in the undersea cable industry and how it would impact the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry associated with the DoD. While DoD equities are naturally exposed to undersea cable risks, it is important for the DoD to reexamine digital security measures for critical data transmission

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Advertiser: GEP

Tail spend — often unmanaged, fragmented and costly — can account for as much as 80% of total transaction volume. Without the right strategy, enterprises face hidden risks and unnecessary spend. It’s time to shift from fragmented, ad hoc purchasing to a strategic, technology-driven approach. Download this GEP-sponsored Everest Group research for insights on how your competitors are upping their tail spend management game.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The vote gives the union the authority to call for a strike within the next 60 days if ongoing labor negotiations with CN and CPKC fall through.

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Stord

JULY 1, 2024

In e-commerce your profitability is made by managing margins. Every step of the process that brings your product from creation to your consumers’ front-door can cut into those margins and reduce your profitability. A brand’s goal is to maximize order value and repeat purchase rate, while minimizing variable product and shipping costs, optimizing ad costs, and keeping overhead costs low.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The marker, which multiplies the volume of cargo transported by the distance it sails, is heading for an increase of 5.1% compared to 2023.

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