Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 27, 2022

In a recent research project, we found that 2/3 of companies had a digital supply chain transformation strategy; however, those that were evolving their strategy performed better during the early months of the pandemic than those that were “clear” on the project plan for a digital transformation. I know, a head-scratcher. My conclusion? Sometimes organizations are too sure and chase shiny objects, push a fad, or fall prey under the spell of a Supply Chain Conquistador.

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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

By Samantha Waites (pictured). Outreach Manager. The post 5 Key Steps for Managing Supply Chains Efficiently appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Digest

DECEMBER 27, 2022

See who was p and who was down

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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

By Richard Pearson (pictured). Content Writer. The post Businesses & Entrepreneurs: Here’s Why You Should Consider Renting An Office Property appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Maine Pointe

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Co-written by Joe Esteves, Dan Ginsberg, and Scott Sparks.

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Maine Pointe

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Co-written by Joe Esteves, Dan Ginsberg, and Scott Sparks.

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Kanban Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Throughout the year, the Kanban Logistics Blog keeps readers informed of key topics and challenges within the supply chain. The following articles are the ones that readers connected with most in 2022. Why Do You Need a Warehouse with Rail Siding? With the driver shortage continuing to hurt trucking capacity while boosting its cost, many shippers are looking to rail transportation to move their products across the US.

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Maine Pointe

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Co-written by Joe Esteves, Dan Ginsberg, and Scott Sparks.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2022

This article was originally published on Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Stocked up on merchandise in response to red-hot consumer demand throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, big box retailers are drowning in insane amounts of overstock as demand for goods like electronics and home goods has dropped significantly. Consumers are reverting back to their pre-pandemic buying patterns, leaving retail giants buried in merchandise and declining sales.

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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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Maine Pointe

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Co-written by Joe Esteves, Dan Ginsberg, and Scott Sparks.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Half-a-decade ago, Professor Richard Florida wrote, “When we think of the city of the future, we might think about flying cars and scenes from ‘Star Trek’ or ‘The Jetsons.’ But coming new technologies are shaping deeper and more fundamental changes in our cities.”[1] Chief among those technologies is artificial intelligence (AI). “Artificial intelligence,” he wrote, “could … help systems be more dynamic.” For example, in the area

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

There’s a pressing need for shipping data to be digital and standardized.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

DECEMBER 27, 2022

During 2022, the Amware Fulfillment & Logistics Blog kept readers informed of the challenges, trends and opportunities related to B2C order fulfillment. Here are the articles our readers connected with the most.

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“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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Bulk Connection

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Throughout the year, the Bulk Logistics Blog keeps readers informed of key topics and challenges within the world of bulk freight shipping. The following articles are the ones that readers connected with most in 2022.

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Axway

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The year’s end is often a season of reflection, and we wanted to take the opportunity to briefly look back at the year we’ve shared with our customers, partners, and all of you.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Philippine Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista said he’s in favor of imposing COVID measures including testing on inbound travelers from China, amid a rapid rise in infections in the mainland.

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Axway

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The following article is an adapted transcript based on the audio recording of Season 3, Episode 7 of the Mr. Open Banking podcast. The audio version is available here.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The world’s No. 1 automaker produced 833,104 vehicles last month, an increase of 1.5% from a year earlier.

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I.C.E. Transport

DECEMBER 27, 2022

During 2022, our blog has shared helpful information on how to be a smarter global shipper, particularly to and from Eastern Europe. Here are the 3 most popular posts during the year based on readership. They may be worth another look!

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As many as 248 million people, or nearly 18% of the population, likely contracted the virus in the first 20 days of December.

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MercuryGate

DECEMBER 27, 2022

When the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) introduced the ELD mandate in 2015, trucking industry professionals expressed considerable resistance and concern. Despite this pushback, the measure was launched in 2017. Compliance is required for the majority of commercial motor vehicles operating in the United States. This blog explores how the ELD mandate impacted the trucking industry in its first five years and how it aids technology solutions in streamlining trucking operations

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Advertiser: GEP

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