Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 1, 2024
Changes are inevitable. One way by which we may have to change is our coffee drinking habits. According to Bloomberg , the coffee supply chain is struggling with constrained supply and increase in prices is inevitable. In today’s dynamic business environment, disruptions like material shortages or changing customer preferences can cripple your bottom line.
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 1, 2024
Matt Harding and Joe Lynch discuss Greenscreens: benchmarking for shipper success. Matt is Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai , a freight-tech company on a mission to rock the freight world through accurate predictions, actionable insights and cutting-edge technology. Summary: Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success Discover how technology is revolutionizing the shipping industry in this insightful podcast.
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Enterra Insights
AUGUST 1, 2024
The world is becoming ever more complex. And that complexity complicates almost every business activity conducted by consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. As I noted in a previous article, “Most forms of AI utilized in CPG revenue growth optimization systems today cannot account for real-world market complexity. They leverage old linear regression techniques to solve a problem that is non-linear in nature, relying on traditional AI models that optimize one, two, three or four static con
Stord
AUGUST 1, 2024
Independent audits confirm 6 of Stord’s first party fulfillment centers to exceed the Good Manufacturing Practices requirements. ATLANTA, August 1, 2024 — Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced that 4 more facilities have been certified cGMP, joining 2 previous climate-controlled facilities, for a total of 6 first party locations meeting the FDA and USDA rigorous standards.
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
IT Supply Chain
AUGUST 1, 2024
By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Ways Technology Makes Learning Anything Much Easier appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
AUGUST 1, 2024
By Charlie Johnson (pictured) Vice President International, Digital Element The post The Growing Challenge of Residential Proxies for Streaming Platforms & the Role of IP Address Intelligence appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
QAD
AUGUST 1, 2024
“React quickly and decisively” was the final counsel that Simon Ellis, Group Vice President at IDC, included in his article, The Adaptable Enterprise. Research from his team at IDC suggests that digital maturity – a defining characteristic of adaptive enterprises – is closely correlated with revenue and profit performance. Whether you’re making flooring materials or facilitating a cross-border cold chain, financial health through economic turns is the universal goal.
IT Supply Chain
AUGUST 1, 2024
By Serge Schamschula (pictured) Head of Ecosystem, Trimble The post What is it that stands between logistics companies & achieving sustainability? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The occurrence of cyberattacks on global supply chains is hardly news. But their frequency might come as a surprise.
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.
IT Supply Chain
AUGUST 1, 2024
By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post The Evolution of B2B eCommerce – Trends Shaping the Future appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 1, 2024
How do UPS and FedEx Compare
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
While the technology continues to push live-tracking devices forward, businesses need to evaluate the pros and cons of what’s available today,
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 1, 2024
Amazon Targets Rural America for Deliveries. US PMI Down again in July.Major 3PL Goes Public.
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
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The logistics sector is pursuing ESG projects, including reduced emissions and more sustainable packaging. But it doesn’t yet have a great reputation for the way it treats its employees.
Locus
AUGUST 1, 2024
Convenience and ease are the pillars of great engagement, and AI can supercharge them all. – David Clarke, Chief Experience Officer, PwC This quote hits the bullseye on what retail businesses need to win in today’s marketplace. While cutting logistics costs is crucial, but implementation in of itself does not guarantee or sustain the customer base that businesses expect.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The extra vessel capacity needed to sail around Africa has pumped up freight rates at a time when the market was entering a post-pandemic slump.
Exiger Perspectives
AUGUST 1, 2024
Table of Contents Challenge The Department of Defense (DoD) is looking to strengthen the security of its supply chains through the benefits of additive manufacturing. Knowing that the metal materials segment of the additive manufacturing market dominated 2023 market share for the industry, the agency sought to understand the benefits of metallurgic additive manufacturing on ordnance and defense and the accompanying risks.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
Porsche expects the disruptions to affect every vehicle it manufactures, and says that it could be forced to temporarily shut down production for one or more of its vehicle series.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The problem threatens the bid to phase out diesel-powered machinery by 2030, because the shift means cargo-handling companies are becoming more dependent on the electric grid.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filed a lawsuit against Amazon in 2021, after identifying more than 400,000 hazardous products sold on the company's platform.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
USDOT's yearly "Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards" are handed out to groups that "advance innovative and shareable solutions" in the transportation sector.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2024
Discover the proven benefits you could achieve by implementing AutoStore, with Forrester’s latest research study.
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