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How Integrated Business Planning Enables Operational Excellence

Logility

Based on thousands of discussions with Logility customers and prospects, we know many supply chain industry professionals are willing to grant that integrated business planning (IBP) and operational excellence are not synonymous. Nevertheless, you might be wondering if there’s enough of a distinction to say that IBP enables operational excellence. Let’s start by defining operational excellence.

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Agile Supply chain – How RPA and Intelligent Automation is building the next frontier for Logistics Industry

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Register for the LIVE Webinar on July 8, 2021 Thursday at 11:00am. What exactly is RPA and is this a technology that is within reach for small and large supply chains, 3PL’s and shippers or just hype? Logistics and shipping enterprises are increasingly embracing digital technologies like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Intelligent Automation (IA) to build agile supply chain.

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Freight Tech Trends with Mike Mulqueen

The Logistics of Logistics

Freight Tech Trends with Mike Mulqueen. Mike Mulqueen and Joe Lynch discuss freight tech trends. Mike is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting a company that integrates a supply chain execution strategy and systems for logistics-intensive companies. About Mike Mulqueen. Mike Mulqueen is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 5 – 11)

Logistics Viewpoints

Sometimes, you need to add a little color to make people happy. After World War II, Brussels was in a state of depression. Pierre Draps, founder of Godiva Chocolates, had the company’s delivery trucks painted pink, a color that soon became synonymous with spreading happiness during a dark and difficult time. As we have written about here quite a bit, the last year-plus has been an unprecedented time.

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How Logistics Companies Are Cutting Labor Costs & Solving Turnover

Logistics companies face relentless challenges, from soaring labor costs to constant turnover. Many are now achieving remarkable results by adopting a groundbreaking staffing strategy that's rapidly transforming the industry. Unlike traditional staffing solutions, this innovative method integrates dedicated professionals directly into logistics operations, functioning as a seamless extension of internal teams.

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AI and IoT on the Cutting Edge

Enterra Insights

Most people are aware of the growing number of “things” connected to the Internet. Analysts from Statista report, “The total installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) connected devices worldwide is projected to amount to 30.9 billion units by 2025, a sharp jump from the 13.8 billion units that are expected in 2021.”[1] They provide examples of things connected to the IoT, including “connected cars, smart home devices, and connected industrial equipment.” They

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The challenges of smart manufacturing

IT Supply Chain

By Martin Thunman (pictured). CEO & Co-Founder, Crosser. The post The challenges of smart manufacturing appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Should You Choose Ethereum or Bitcoin?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Is Ethereum a Good Investment? Ethereum or Bitcoin article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. Nowadays, a massive number of people are investing in cryptocurrencies only to get avail for several great benefits. People who are dealing with popular digital currencies like bitcoin, ethereum , Litecoin, and many others become able to save a lot on international transactions, make instant transactions and get

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Meeting EV Targets through Data Collection & Analysis

IT Supply Chain

By Nick Sacke (pictured). Head of IoT Solutions, Comms365. The post Meeting EV Targets through Data Collection & Analysis appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Smart Software to Present at Epicor Insights 2021

The Smart Software

Smart Software President and CEO to present Insights 2021 Breakout Session on Creating Competitive Advantage with Smart Inventory Planning and Optimization. Empower planning teams to reduce inventory, improve service levels, and increase operational efficiency. The post Smart Software to Present at Epicor Insights 2021 appeared first on Smart Software.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Intelligent Distributed Order Management: The Answer to Omnichannel Fulfillment Challenges

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

Last year, my cousin had a daughter, and I became an uncle for the first time. Naturally wanting to be a contender for the best uncle ever, I wanted to send a care package for my baby niece. I wanted to buy a bunch of toys, pacifiers, baby bottles, baby bibs. Since e-commerce gave me the option to fulfill my wish with minimum effort, I chose to order it online.

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Why is Supply Chain Planning Essential for Any Business Growth?

Shipsy

Efficient supply chain and logistics systems can make or break a business. Even a minor disruption in any of the supply chain processes can affect the entire distribution. Thanks to the technological advances that we have been able to tackle most of these disruptions before they impact the price of the product or customer experience. . To understand the significance of supply chain and logistics in any business, let’s take an example.

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DELMIA Communities Week in Review for June 7

DELMIA Quintiq

Hello and Welcome to the Week in Review! This is the weekly blog post for a one-look overview of what happened in the DELMIA Communities this past week. But there is a lot more than what is below. Visit the communities to see the exchange of information and ideas between members and DELMIA experts. With eight active communities, you are sure to find at least one to suit your DELMIA interests.

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Technology to Support Your ESG Strategy Shift

ivalua

The post Technology to Support Your ESG Strategy Shift appeared first on Ivalua.

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Reducing Global Lead Times To Improve Customer Experience At Becton Dickinson

Product lead time is crucial in the life sciences industry and represents a key consideration for customers’ purchasing decisions. For this reason, BD Biosciences aimed to optimize its global supply and distribution network to reduce delivery lead time to customers and optimize its global inventory. How was BD Biosciences successful in reducing global distribution lead times between 30% and 60% in addition to: Increasing agility to prioritize urgent and ad-hoc customer requests Increasing global

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Spencer Tenney and the Tenny Group Story

The Logistics of Logistics

Spencer Tenney and the Tenny Group Story. Ryan Schreiber hosts a podcast about Spencer Tenney and the Tenney Group. Spencer is the CEO of a firm that advises business owners in the 3PL, trucking, and bus industry on mergers and acquisitions. About Spencer Tenney. Spencer Tenney serves as President & CEO of Tenney Group, where he oversees the firm’s day-to-day effectiveness and long-term vision.

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Accenture x Bulgari x Ivalua – Five immediate actions to take towards Sustainable Procurement

ivalua

SPEAKERS. Ivalua – Oliver Oehmke. Accenture – Anna Schiller. Bulgari – Arianna Vetrugno. Sustainability is one of the most evolving and growing trends of our time, and it will dominate procurement business discussions well into the foreseeable future. In fact, studies and ROIs are clearly showing sustainability is to be considered a new type of competitive advantage.

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American Airlines Cargo Expands European Network With Return to Athens

Supply Chain Brain

American Airlines Cargo is further expanding its European network with the reintroduction of service to the Greece capital of Athens.

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Hybrent Is A “Game Changer” for ASC

Hybrent

Hybrent Software and Medline Custom Packs Saves ASC Purchasing Team Time & Money Near the Mississippi River where Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri and Tennessee all meet, The Physicians’ Surgery Center offers procedures in ophthalmology, gastroenterology, gynecology, urology, pain management and general surgery.

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AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value

Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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Road to Tokyo, Part 3: Racing to qualify for the Olympics

Axway

We first shared the story of Sadio Diallo’s road to qualify for the Olympics in March 2020. Then, the world shut down, and the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021. Road to Tokyo Part 3.

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Capturing More Revenue with Surgical Precision

Hybrent

Collaboration between Hybrent and Medline Increases Productivity and Revenue for ASC. On the Gulf shores of the Florida panhandle, Surgical Specialists ASC focuses on orthopaedic, pain management, ophthalmologic, and oral maxillofacial surgeries.

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Happening Now: Crisis at Major Chinese Port

West Coast and California Logistics

A recent article in Freight Waves examines the unfolding crisis at the Port of Yantian, a major Chinese seaport. Due to a substantial increase in COVID-19 cases in the region, manpower at the Port is down by 70% because due mainly to quarantine restrictions and testing requirements.

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Podcast | E-tailers Scramble to Keep Up With Population Shifts

Supply Chain Brain

Shifting U.S. population patterns, caused in large part by the COVID-19 pandemic, are posing a new challenge for e-tailers looking to stay close to customers.

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From Basic to Brilliant: Early Optimization of Material and Transport Planning

Explore how a global manufacturing organization steadily advanced its supply chain maturity – starting with basic transportation management and evolving towards a fully integrated, optimization-driven planning approach. Get an inside look at a multi-year 4PL collaboration journey, culminating in the implementation of 4flow TORO to unlock the full potential of early optimization in material and transportation planning.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 11, 2021)

Talking Logistics

I gave my kids a summer challenge: memorize your Social Security numbers. My three older kids are all working this summer, and whenever they have to fill out a form that requires their SS number, they text me: What’s my SS number? As if I have them all memorized. To be fair, I’ve given myself. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 11, 2021).

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From Dog Food to Kayaks: Retailer Tractor Supply Co. Embraces Same-Day Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

The pandemic accelerated a program by Tractor Supply Co. to jump into home delivery with a fleet of crowdsourced drivers.

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What is ERP Part 3 – How to succeed in your ERP project

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

For manufacturing businesses who are undergoing a process of selecting an Enterprise Resource Planning system (What is ERP Part 2), several critical elements should be considered. These critical factors range from the identification of key objectives, to top management support and together result in the successful deployment of your ERP solution, and ultimately return of […].

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Road to Tokyo, Part 3: Racing to qualify for the Olympics

Axway

We first shared the story of Sadio Diallo’s road to qualify for the Olympics in March 2020. Then, the world shut down, and the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021. Road to Tokyo Part 3.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

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

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What Is a Request for Proposal (RFP) In Logistics? | PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics

For businesses who want to start working with a third-party logistics company, a request for proposal (RFP) is probably one of the first terms they will come across.

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Road to Tokyo, Part 3: Racing to qualify for the Olympics

Axway

We first shared the story of Sadio Diallo’s road to qualify for the Olympics in March 2020. Then, the world shut down, and the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021. Road to Tokyo Part 3.

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Purchasing Manager Gets His Weekends Back

Hybrent

“Hybrent Changed Our World!”The team at Rocky Mountain Surgical Center in Bozeman, Montana, was looking for a streamlined way to manage their inventory and place orders. At that time, everything was being completed manually – calling in orders, faxing orders, tracking down confirmations and shipments.

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