Mon.Mar 18, 2024

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The Impact of Electric Trucks in the European Supply Chain

All Things Supply Chain

Ever since the horse and cart was replaced by its motorised successor, the humble diesel truck has evolved each year to become an increasingly efficient machine, capable of carrying heavier…

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Why Retailers Need To Become Omni-Channel Jedis — and How To Do It

BlueYonder

Here are two facts you can’t ignore if you’re in retail: Fact #1: The top 10% of retailers now control 70% of the market — and their share keeps growing. Fact #2: Those industry giants are getting more advanced, leaving competitors further behind. As the Harvard Business Review puts it, “Even as Walmart, Amazon, and a few other leading retailers operate at the leading edge of the analytics frontier, . . . most of their competitors still use very basic tools that are far better able at tracking w

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The food sector must face its fears over warehouse automation

IT Supply Chain

By Dan Migliozzi (pictured) Sales & Marketing Director, Invar Group The post The food sector must face its fears over warehouse automation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Robots, Robots, and More Warehouse Robots!

Logistics Viewpoints

Happy Hour Started at 4 PM at the Locus Robotics Booth at MODEX The last MODEX show I went to was in 2016. Last week I went to MODEX 2024. Wow! This show is massive! MODEX 2016 had 800 exhibits and 25,000 attendees. MODEX 2024 has 1,200 exhibits. They expected over 48,000 attendees by the end of the day on Thursday. In 2016, I only remember three robotic firms at the show – Locus Robotics, 6 River Systems, and Fetch Robotics.

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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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Walmart Offers Supply Chain and Logistics Technology

Supply Chain Matters

Global retailer Walmart aims to provide supply chain focused technology to help other retailers and businesses to broaden their customer fulfilment and logistics support capabilities. According to a published report from Bloomberg , the retailer is offering the software after building the service out and using it internally over the past two and a half years, and helping to save $90 million in one year.

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ThroughPut AI in Review: Assessing Its Compatibility with Gartner’s Decision Intelligence and Analytics Platform Standards

ThroughPut

When we talk about decision making in supply chains, three big challenges inevitably emerge: they’re slow, too dependent on human judgment, and tend to operate in silos. Even though there’s plenty of data out there, it’s still a pretty manual process to get the data ready and analyzed, which drastically slows decision making down. And more often than not, people still go with their gut feelings over what the data is telling them while cross-functional decision making is only st

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The CRM-Powered TMS with Michael Horvath

The Logistics of Logistics

Michael Horvath and Joe Lynch discuss the CRM-powered TMS. Michael is the CMO and Co-founder of Revenova , the industry’s exclusive provider of CRM-powered transportation management systems (TMS) for freight brokers, 3PL/4PLs, carriers and shippers. About Michael Horvath Michael Horvath is the CMO and Co-founder of Revenova. The company provides CRM-powered transportation management solutions (TMS) for freight brokers, 3PLs, carriers and shippers.

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8 Best SRM Software Providers: Comparing SRM Solutions

Kodiak Hub

Every business understands the critical importance of a reliable supply chain to fulfill demands promptly, ensure quality standards, and maintain a competitive edge. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) software serves as the conduit for fostering closer ties with suppliers, monitoring performance, enhancing accountability, and preemptively addressing potential issues before they escalate.

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Green Supply Chain News on Unilever to Focus on Absolute CO2 Emissions of Suppliers, not Intensity

Supply Chain Digest

Company Plans on Achieving Net Zero Status in 2039

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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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The Impact of Curbside Pickup on Retailers’ Tax Calculations

Supply Chain Brain

The trend toward curbside pickup complicates the exercise of determining where tax should be collected, and the rate at which it should be applied.

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Why MRO Businesses Need Add-on Service Parts Planning & Inventory Software

The Smart Software

MRO organizations exist in a wide range of industries, including public transit, electrical utilities, wastewater, hydro power, aviation, and mining. To get their work done, MRO professionals use Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. These systems are designed to do a lot of jobs. Given their features, cost, and extensive implementation requirements, there is an assumption that EAM and ERP systems can do it all.

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The True Cost of ERP Implementation: Beyond the Initial Investment

My Office Apps

The True Cost of ERP Implementation: Beyond the Initial Investment Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are a game-changer for businesses. They streamline operations, improve data visibility, and boost overall efficiency. However, the initial sticker price of an ERP system can be daunting, leading some businesses to delay implementation. But what they might not realize is that the true cost of ERP implementation goes beyond the initial investment.

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Cargo Volumes Skyrocket to Pre-Pandemic Levels at Port of Los Angeles

Supply Chain Brain

To start 2024, the Port of Los Angeles has already moved an estimated 1.6 million TEUs, marking a 35% bump over that same period last year.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

There are various use cases of AI/ML for demand planning of fresh products, from producers to large grocery chains and even small delis in the suburbs. In this blog, we'll discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste. The post Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers appeared first on Solvoyo.

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Panama Canal Adds Transit Slots As Restrictions in Crucial Corridor Begin to Ease

Supply Chain Brain

A pair of slots are up for auction for transit dates starting on March 18, with an additional slot for dates beginning on March 25.

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Needs Assessment for Distribution Company

My Office Apps

Distribution Company Needs Assessment and Pain Point Checklist I. Internal Operations A. Warehouse Management Pain Points: Inefficient picking and packing processes, high error rates, outdated warehouse management system (WMS), limited warehouse space. Needs: Improved warehouse layout, barcode scanning technology, integration with WMS for real-time inventory tracking, potential expansion or optimization of warehouse space.

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Will Canada’s Modern Slavery Act Become North America’s De Facto Law?

Supply Chain Brain

While there’s no official count of the number of companies affected by the Canadian modern slavery law, it’s likely to include a significant number of American and Mexican businesses.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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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Remote Work Management 101: Key Principles for Success

TrackVia

The rise of remote work has revolutionized the way businesses operate, offering flexibility, cost savings, and access to a global talent pool. However, managing a remote team comes with its own set of unique challenges. As more companies embrace the virtual workplace, it’s crucial for managers to adapt their leadership strategies to ensure their remote teams remain productive, engaged, and aligned with organizational goals.

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Coalition Urges U.K. Leaders to Push Forward on Hydrogen-Powered Planes

Supply Chain Brain

The group believes hydrogen-powered planes are a crucial long-term solution to achieving a carbon-free future for aviation.

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A Lean Approach to Sustainable Product Design

Supply Chain Digest

From Cradl to Gate to Cradle to Cradle

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Mercedes-Benz to Look into Humanoid Robots to Automate 'Repetitive, Dull' Tasks

Supply Chain Brain

The five-foot-eight-inch humanoid robot would be used to automate "physically demanding, repetitive and dull tasks" in Mercedes-Benz's manufacturing facilities.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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A Strategy for Charging Electric Freight Trucks

Talking Logistics

Last week, The Biden-Harris Administration released the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy to “guide the deployment of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicle (ZE-MHDV) charging and hydrogen fueling infrastructure from 2024 to 2040.” Here’s an excerpt from the press release: Providing ubiquitous and convenient access to electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen refueling along our nation’s.

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ONE Secures Initial CO2 EU Allowance Transaction

Supply Chain Brain

All shipping companies are mandated to monitor, report, and verify their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually in order to determine the EUA that they need.