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5 Ways to Secure Your Software Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

How to Improve Your Software Supply Chain! When you hear the term “supply chain,” you might think of physical goods, logistics, and warehouses. However, software also has a supply chain. The software supply chain refers to the various stages involved in the delivery of a software product, from its initial design to its development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

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C.H. Robinson will use AI agents to classify LTL freight

Freight Waves

Global logistics provider C.H. Robinson has announced the launch of a pioneering AI agent designed to adapt to the upcoming changes in the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system for less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. As the largest mover of LTL freight among third-party logistics (3PL) providers in North America, C.H. Robinson is positioning its proprietary technology to revolutionize how shippers classify their freight, marking a major leap in efficiency and accuracy in the logisti

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In-House vs. External Trade Compliance Training: What’s Best for Your Business?

Procurement Academy

Trade compliance training is a vital safeguard for organisations navigating trade controls, sanctions, and supply chain risk. It helps protect against fines, reputational damage, shipment delays, and even the loss of import and export privileges. But one of the first strategic choices compliance leaders face is whether to develop training internally or work with an external partner.

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Flexibility, Applied Intelligence And Decision Quality: The 2025 Gartner® Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ Barcelona Symposium

BlueYonder

A team from Blue Yonder attended the recent Gartner ® Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. The event theme—“Disruption Ready. Future-Focused. Value-Driven.”—encouraged 2,000 executive attendees to imagine a future where disruption and risk are minimized, thanks to advanced technology, connectivity and process innovation. We were delighted to see two of our customers, PepsiCo and Knauf, take center stage to discuss their successful application of technology to improve their supply

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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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Cybersecurity Investments Every Company Must Prioritize!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe 8 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business! In an era where digital transformation is accelerating at an unprecedented rate, cybersecurity has never been more critical. As businesses continue to embrace cloud computing, remote work, and AI-driven solutions, the threat landscape is evolving just as quickly. Cybercriminals are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to breach defenses, steal sensitive data, and disrupt operations.

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Smart Cameras: The New Frontier of Cashless, Seamless Payments!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe 7 Devices Every Smart Home Should Have! Have you ever wished you could walk into a store, grab what you need, and simply walk out without waiting in line or fiddling with payment apps? That future is no longer a dream—it’s already here, thanks to smart cameras. What Are Smart Cameras? At their core, smart cameras are highly advanced cameras equipped with AI and machine learning technology.

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New eBook: Rely on an Integrated 3PL to Orchestrate Your Cold Chain

West Coast and California Logistics

In today’s fast-paced supply chain environment, maintaining product integrity from origin to delivery has never been more critical—especially when it involves temperature-sensitive goods like food and confectionery products. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our brand-new eBook, “Rely on an Integrated 3PL to Orchestrate Your Cold Chain," packed with expert strategies and insights to elevate your cold chain logistics game.

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AI Agents Enable Warehouses To Work Smarter, Not Harder

BlueYonder

Agentic AI has become a catchphrase and discussion point for logistics teams in just about every industry today, as well as logistics service providers (LSPs). But what does it really mean? Artificial intelligence is a broad concept—and Blue Yonder has proven AI capabilities that span everything from top-level strategic planning to returns management.

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How the Hours-of-Service Rules Control Truck Accidents!

Supply Chain Game Changer

5 Types of Driver Negligence that Lead to Truck Accidents Truck drivers are vital to the transportation industry, hauling goods nationwide and ensuring that essential products reach their destinations. However, the demanding nature of their job, with extended hours spent behind the wheel, can lead to severe consequences. Studies have shown that driving for long hours without rest can lead to fatigue, impairing a driver’s ability to operate a vehicle safely.

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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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Kinaxis – A Continuing Sponsor of Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters

As Founder and Managing Editor I am pleased to announce that Cloud based supply chain planning and synchronization solutions provider Kinaxis® will again serve as a Sustained Sponsor of this independent thought leadership platform in 2025 and 2026. Kinaxis Overview Founded in 1984, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada , and becoming a publicly listed company in 2014, Kinaxis continues with efforts directed at revolutionizing supply chain management through continuous innovation for almost four deca

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Overhaul’s FraudWatch: a new paradigm in freight fraud prevention

Freight Waves

Freight fraud has emerged as one of the most rapidly growing and financially devastating risks in today’s global supply chain landscape. With global cargo theft losses exceeding $80 billion in 2023 and the average cost of a successful fictitious pickup surging to $365,000 per incident in Q1 2024, the industry has been desperately seeking more effective solutions.

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Vendor Rating: The Complete Procurement Guide For 2025

Kodiak Hub

Vendor rating is a term that appears frequently in procurement, sourcing, and supply chain management. It is often used alongside words like "supplier scorecard", "supplier evaluation", or "performance tracking". While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they are not the same thing.

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Bitcoin Investment Progress for this Decade in Kiribati!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Bitcoin’s Role in the Financial System of Vanuatu! Bitcoin investment has been gaining significant progress in Kiribati in this decade. The virtual currency has been rapidly growing in popularity among Kiribati’s tech-savvy population. According to recent statistics, Bitcoin’s market capitalization has increased drastically in Kiribati, making it a lucrative investment option for many.

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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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Chakri Gottemukkala on o9’s Social Impact Vision: A Personal Mission for Opportunity and Growth

o9 Solutions

For o9 CEO and Co-Founder Chakri Gottemukkala, the drive for social impact is deeply personal. In a recent episode of the o9 GoodCast, hosted by Cristina Andreou, Global Lead of Sustainability and Social Impact, Chakri shared a compelling story that reveals the core values fueling o9’s purpose-driven approach. At the heart of his vision lies a belief that talent is universal, but opportunity is not.

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Safe Bets: How Online Casinos Prioritize Cybersecurity to Protect Players!

Supply Chain Game Changer

How to Safely Play at an Online Casino! As the online casino gaming industry grows, so do concerns about playing safely and securely. Whether you’re a fan of blackjack or slots, understanding how online casinos protect players and their data is key to feeling comfortable when betting digitally. From the latest cybersecurity measures to top-notch encryption techniques, this subject deserves serious attention if you want to ensure your experience with any online casino is worry-free.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for June 19, 2025

Supply Chain Digest

Search or Search by TOPIC Select Topic Bar Coding/Label Printing Compliance Networks Consumer Goods and Retail Supp Demand Planning/Forecasting Distribution/Centers ERP Systems Global Logistics Green Supply Chain Inventory Management/Optimizat Labor Management Systems Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai Manufacturing Technology Order Management Systems Packaging Optimization Parcel Shipping Retail Supply Chain RFID Sales & Operations Planning Service Parts Management Supplier Management Supply Chain

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Construction Loans: Building Your Dreams from the Ground Up!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Building Your Dream Space: How Shipping Containers are Revolutionizing Architecture! In the world of real estate development, construction loans play a vital role in turning visions into reality. Whether you’re planning to build your dream home or embark on a commercial project, construction loans provide the necessary financing to bring your ideas to life.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Building The Future of Construction with 2D Codes

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Ellinor (pictured) Programme Manager (Strategic Business), Domino Printing Sciences The post Building The Future of Construction with 2D Codes appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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FourKites CEO Manipulates My Words to Unfairly Slam Project44’s Movement Platform

Freight Waves

This week, I was drawn into the feud between Project44 and FourKites, fierce rivals in logistics tech. Matt Elenjickal, FourKites’ CEO, misrepresented my comments about Project44’s Movement platform as a quote from Jett McCandless, Project44’s CEO. He also misstated their context to unfairly damage Project44’s reputation. Those were my words alone. In a LinkedIn post , Elenjickal used a comment I made on X: “This week, a certain ‘Decision Intelligence Platform’ announced its intention to become

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How to Market Your Business With Culture in Mind

IT Supply Chain

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Unlocking the Mind: The Psychology and Marketing Strategies Behind Online Casino Bonuses!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Staying in Control: Techniques for Setting and Sticking to Your Online Casino Budget! It is usually challenging for online casinos to create bonus proposals that will effectively attract and retain players. It is interesting to know that the appeal of these bonuses isn’t just about extra cash or free spins. Casino expert Clarissa Kane says, “The success of online casino bonuses lies in a deep understanding of player psychology.

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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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Best Deals from Gym Equipment Distributors for Bulk Orders in 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Best Deals from Gym Equipment Distributors for Bulk Orders in 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Quartz Worktops Available in the County of Hertfordshire!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Creating a Safe Workplace Environment! Quartz countertops are currently extremely popular due to the fact that they have a sophisticated appearance, a robust feel, and a sumptuous allure. Quartz is quite similar to granite, but because it is a man-made composite, quartz kitchen tops offer all of the benefits that granite does while requiring a significantly lower level of maintenance than granite kitchen tops do.

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Marine Liability Policy Explained: Coverage and Protection

IT Supply Chain

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Intermodal weaker as US rail traffic declines

Freight Waves

U.S. rail traffic for the week ending June 14 included 485,810 carloads and intermodal units, down 1.5% from the same week a year ago, according to the Association of American Railroads, including 224,851 carloads, a 1% gain over the corresponding week in 2024, and 260,959 containers and trailers, down 3.5%. Coal led five category gainers, up 5.3% for the week.

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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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What’s Next for Online Gambling Tech

IT Supply Chain

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Flooding and rockslide shuts down I-40 on North Carolina-Tennessee border

Freight Waves

Flooding and a rockslide shut down a stretch of Interstate 40 between the Tennessee and North Carolina border according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The impacted area is near mile marker 450 along a route that was previously washed away when Hurricane Helene made landfall last September. Emergency repairs reopened parts of the interstate in February 2025, with one lane of travel each way.

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Find a Twitch Handle That Matches Your Streaming Goals

IT Supply Chain

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