GlobalTranz
JANUARY 4, 2017
Who doesn't love a good contract? Of course.everyone.right? Well, not entirely. When it comes to the logistics industry, whether it's transportation management contracts or warehouse contracts, there are a million moving parts, and as many questions. In the below is a real world example of a consultant coming to a third party logistics company with the goal of choosing a warehouse and 3pl provider.
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 4, 2017
By 2018, related supply chain careers will be in high demand with 1.4 million jobs to fill. To determine if they're right for you, ask yourself these questions. 1. Are you committed to supply chain management? On social networks, there are lots of questions about supply chain management from people who are looking for job changes and this is normal.
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Enterra Insights
JANUARY 4, 2017
Most analysts agree that companies organized around principles developed during the industrial age must transform themselves into digital enterprises if … Continued. The post Trends & Predictions 2017: Digital Transformation appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 4, 2017
There’s a lot of buzz and hype today about enabling the digital supply chain. But companies have been using technology, such as the internet and software, to enable their supply chain processes for many years. So, what is new and different today as it relates to “digitizing” the supply chain? “The real new thing is the new role and importance of IT,” said Frauke Heistermann, Member of the Management Board at AXIT- A Siemens Company in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
River Logic
JANUARY 4, 2017
The increasing prevalence of robots and intelligent operating systems in our workplaces, particularly in sectors such as logistics, has led to some experts predicting that a new C-suite role will become common over the next decade.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
After years of writing about supply chains, Jim Tompkins is building out an ambitious e-fulfillment network for retailers and e-tailers.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT
JANUARY 4, 2017
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke to a number of key spokespeople from the vendor and analyst communities about recent developments in the world of supply chain management-related solutions – including those involving mobility, Cloud/SaaS and Big Data.
BlueYonder
JANUARY 4, 2017
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NC State SCRC
JANUARY 4, 2017
Over the last two decades, increased competition and a globalized economy has led firms to deploy outsourced manufacturing and captive offshore policies across multiple industries. Enterprises have sought to achieve reduced production costs and labor arbitrage in the quest for cost competitiveness. However, in the rush to source globally from low cost countries, the risk of product quality defects resulting in products recalls has often been overlooked by supply chain managers.
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.
FLEXE
JANUARY 4, 2017
The relationship you have with your third party (3PL) warehouse is one of the most important relationships you will build in the supply chain.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 4, 2017
Kroger Tops the Annual Rankings from Kantar Retail by Impressive Margin.
ModusLink Corporation
JANUARY 4, 2017
We frequently stress the importance of delivering exceptional customer experiences; after all, it’s the core of every business and what ultimately drives long-term customer loyalty revenue. Given the shift in the buying process in which customers are now more educated about a product before they even buy, and the fact that they are able to […].
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
Trade and transport analysts see a turnaround in last year’s negative market outlook, but as global GDP continues to gradually strengthen, carriers in all modes will be challenged to manage capacity while maintaining service levels, furthermore, sudden shifts in trade policies and agreements may also have an impact on rates.
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Tailwind
JANUARY 4, 2017
It was a sad moment no doubt. Back in 2015 when the President of Nokia – Nokia, the star child of Finnish technology sector – announced that it was being purchased by Microsoft. The sale was greased no doubt by the fact that its President, Stephen Alsop, was in fact a former senior bigwig from Microsoft. He was brought into Nokia to see if he could effect a turnaround.
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
Tesla Motors has begun pumping out battery cells at its mushrooming Gigafactory just east of Reno, Nevada.
FLEXE
JANUARY 4, 2017
The relationship you have with your third party (3PL) warehouse is one of the most important relationships you will build in the supply chain. When you think about it, your warehouse is handling your two biggest assets: 1) your inventory, and 2) your customer experience. They hold your ability to be successful in their hands. Taking the time to build a strong warehouse relationship from the beginning will be well worth your time in the long-run.
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
This report, the first in a series, examines the economic trends that point to a U.S. manufacturing renaissance. It also explores the strategic implications of the shifting cost equation for companies engaged in global sourcing.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Material Handling & Logistics
JANUARY 4, 2017
Paul Myerson. 80% of all cyber breaches occur in the supply chain, but too many companies are acting like the problem will fix itself. read more.
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
Scott Galloway, founder and chairman of L2 and clinical professor of marketing at NYU Stern, and Maureen Mullen, chief strategy officer and co-founder at L2, share their predictions into how Amazon will become the most valuable company in the world and will prompt retailers to rethink the checkout experience, as well as 2017 insights into Google, Facebook, Walmart, Unilver, Apple, and more.
Supply Chain 24/7
JANUARY 4, 2017
Datamyne and its South American affiliates, Mercosur Online, Urunet and Datamyne do Brasil, have been acquired by Descartes Systems Group, the acquisition expands Descartes' content solutions with comprehensive logistics trade data.
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