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The New Visibility: Unlocking Multi-Tier Transparency and Traceability

Talking Logistics

During the significant disruptions caused by the Covid pandemic, many companies learned that they really didn’t have good visibility across their end-to-end supply chains — especially not beyond their Tier 1 suppliers and partners. Fast forward to today, having multi-tier transparency and traceability is even more important. What trends are driving this requirement?

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Heineken Innovates with Centralized Planning Tools

AIMMS

With AIMMS, Heineken continues to advance its supply chain planning capabilities, achieving greater efficiency and sustainability.

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Blue Yonder Named a Leader in Both IDC MarketScapes for Worldwide Warehouse Management and Transportation Management Systems Applications 

BlueYonder

This blog was cowritten by Solutions & Industry Marketing leaders Terence Leung, Clint Reiser, and Jen McQuiston. Blue Yonder has been named as a Leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Warehouse Management (WMS) 2024 Vendor Assessment (doc #US49948523, April 2024) and the inaugural IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Applications 2024 Vendor Assessment (IDC #US51982224, April 2024).

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Unveiling Hidden Flows and Ensuring On-Time Delivery

Demand Driven Technologies

A supply chain, industrial operations or distribution operations, is above all a flow. We start with raw materials, and a few steps later we have a finished product that meets a market need. That “a few steps later” is sometimes an understatement. I remember a crisis cell when I worked in electronics, because we were.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

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4 Common Production Scheduling Problems that the Right Software Solves

Arkieva

Minimize changeover time and maximize utilization and production efficiency. Avoid common production planning and scheduling software missteps. 4 Common Production Scheduling Problems that the Right Software Solves was first posted on June 20, 2024 at 8:15 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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How do Warehousing & Fulfillment Services for Amazon Impact Your Shipping Times & Customer Satisfaction?

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post How do Warehousing & Fulfillment Services for Amazon Impact Your Shipping Times & Customer Satisfaction? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Leveling the Retail Playing Field with Smart Tech: Compete with Walmart and Amazon

Locus

When people think of retail, they first think of Amazon or Walmart, the world’s largest retailers. That’s not by accident. Walmart and Amazon’s 2023 revenue was around $648 billion and $574 billion respectively. Their success isn’t solely due to smart marketing though. Their ability to provide industry-leading customer experiences that are convenient, flexible and predictable has made them a leader in the retail space.

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Improve Order Accuracy and Service Levels with Warehouse Automation

Locus Robotics

Home June 20, 2024 Improve Order Accuracy and Service Levels with Warehouse Automation Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager Meeting customer expectations for timely and accurate orders is no longer just a goal but a necessity for warehouses. As e-commerce continues to grow, so does the demand for efficiency in order fulfillment. Warehouse automation is revolutionizing this space, offering solutions that significantly enhance order accuracy and service levels and help your warehouse stay

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Brew Dr.’s KeHE sales surge with Crisp insights

crisp

Brew Dr. Kombucha tapped into real-time distribution insights with Crisp, strengthening its supplier partnership and accelerating market success. Born out of a chain of Portland-based teahouses, Brew Dr. Kombucha has bubbled into a nationwide favorite, combining refreshing flavors with everyday convenience. Whether grabbing a single beverage or stocking up on fridgetastic four-packs, this ready-to-drink (RTD) brand’s rise has been fueled by strategic partnerships with distributors like KeH

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Why Supplier Information Management (SIM) Is Key To Detecting and Preventing Fraud

HICX Solutions

Fraud is a prevalent issue that impacts society as a whole and requires ongoing attention to reduce threats from fraudsters’ increasingly sophisticated tactics. It is currently on the rise and is forecast to continue on that trajectory for the foreseeable future. According to procurement consultants Comprara, it is estimated that by 2027, more than $348 billion will be lost globally due to fraud.

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“Computer Age”: Getting Going With Generative AI In The Classroom Using WhatIf_WhatNow GPT & BioBuilder GPT

NC State SCRC

This blog is written by Dr Daniel Finkenstadt with Dr Rajinder Bhandal, and explores some of the takeaways from using GenAI in the classroom. Here is an update on progress building on from our recent discussion “I heard you on the wireless back in ’52”: Generative AI from an educational perspective. Everyone appears to be grappling with the notion of AI in academia.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Manufacturing AI Use Cases

Supply Chain Digest

75 Plus Applications from The Manufacturers Alliance Foundation

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The Autonomous Enterprise Still Needs Humans

Enterra Insights

The eighteenth-century philosopher François-Marie Arouet, better known by his nom de plume Voltaire, once wrote, “Work saves us from three great evils: boredom, vice, and need.” The Economist staff believes people still need the opportunity to work. They explain, “Today’s workers have [much] in common with every other soul who has toiled these past 12,000 years.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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Which Technology Is Right for My Manufacturing Business?

Supply Chain Brain

Over the last decade, the world has changed dramatically for manufacturers. But so has technology, with a host of new tools for streamlining operations, automating tasks and saving on costs.

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Top 5 Warning Signs Your Business Needs a New ERP System

QAD

Deciding to purchase a new ERP system for your business is a major decision that, despite the short-term risks, can yield substantial long-term rewards. What are the most significant business challenges that signal your company should purchase a new ERP, instead of enduring a painful status quo? 1. You Have Too Many Manual Processes and Disparate Systems Manufacturers that use manual processes for tracking inventory, production scheduling and order fulfillment aren’t doing themselves any favors

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Watch: Getting Better Operations Visibility From Your Applications

Supply Chain Brain

Organizations face a tremendous challenge in integrating multiple information systems and extracting visibility across the enterprise, says Constantine Limberakis, vice president of product marketing with PartnerLinQ.

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What Reporting and Analytics Capabilities Are Available in Delivery Logistics Software?

Loginext

Explore how advanced delivery logistics software enhances efficiency through real-time tracking, analytics, and cost-saving insights. Deliver superior service and optimize operations effectively using LogiNext’s logistics management software. The post What Reporting and Analytics Capabilities Are Available in Delivery Logistics Software? appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.

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Drone-Sinking of Coal Ship Takes Red Sea Perils to New Level

Supply Chain Brain

Yemen’s Houthi militants managed to strike the MV Tutor with a seaborne drone, killing one crew member and injuring others.

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How to start a distribution business as a newbie

EMERGE App

The Beliefs The first step to success is believing in yourself. When you just started to have the idea of “gonna” do a business, even you, who still doubts yourself, have to “believe”. People always see things in you that you didn’t see by yourself. One important lesson for those who still get affected by another’s opinion: never listen to the one who complains about what you’re doing while they are not the one having the things you are aiming for.

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Amazon Fined Nearly $6M over Warehouse Quotas in California

Supply Chain Brain

Citing more than 59,000 separate violations, state regulators say Amazon failed to disclose quotas to workers at two warehouses near Los Angeles.

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Amazon Ditches Plastic Pillows for Packages in North America

Supply Chain Brain

As of June 20, the company says it's replaced 95% of its plastic pillows with recyclable paper fillers at its North America fulfillment centers.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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Podcast | Do Humanoid Robots Make Sense in a Warehouse?

Supply Chain Brain

Are robots that are modeled after the human form the best choice for warehouse operations?

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Chinese Carmakers Call for 25% Tax on Large European Cars

Supply Chain Brain

The companies made the demand in a closed-door meeting with Beijing’s Ministry of Commerce on June 18.

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East Palestine Derailment Spread Chemicals to 16 US States, Data Shows

Supply Chain Brain

Chloride and pH levels were highest in northern Pennsylvania just east of the wreck, and along the U.S.-Canada border.