ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 31, 2017

“Your inventory problem is scary because you’re selling out before you can make new items to meet demand”. That’s what Robert Herjavec from the TV show Shark Tank said to an aspiring clothing retailer after their pitch in Season 8. Many retailers agree that inventory can be scary. Why? Look at the recent performance of retailers J. Jill , Nike and H&M who missed sales projections, upset customers with out-of-stocks, and had to clear excess inventory through deep discounting.

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NFI Industries

OCTOBER 31, 2017

As consumers increasingly turn to e-commerce to purchase goods and new technology such as automation becomes available, warehousing design will need to continue evolving to keep pace and accommodate these trends. Understanding the key components in design lays the foundation for an optimized operation that delivers results. With many elements to consider in distribution center.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Some people (even some communities) take Halloween very seriously. “Halloween has become a destination holiday,” writes Anne Marie Chaker (@AnneMarieChaker). … Continued. The post Halloween 2017 appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 31, 2017

When I joined the world of software as a business analyst from manufacturing, I was naive. How so? I never fathomed the amount of money that commissioned software sales personnel make selling software. This high level of compensation drives extreme behavior. In the selection of software, where the rubber meets the road, the sale of software often becomes a brutal and competitive battle.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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CHAINalytics

OCTOBER 31, 2017

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – October 31, 2017 – JAGGAER, a leader in indirect and direct Source-to-Pay (S2P) spend management solutions, and Chainalytics, a global leader in supply chain consulting, analytics, and market intelligence, today announce their partnership to transform the logistics process for their collective transportation customers and clients as part of JAGGAER’s Select Partner Program.

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CHAINalytics

OCTOBER 31, 2017

By Sean Delaney | Manager, Supply Chain Operations | Chainalytics | Our collective conscience in recent months has been fraught by the news of natural disasters hitting the US and our neighboring country of Mexico. Providing swift relief to those in need, in the form of aid and donations, is of utmost importance. From a … The post Designing with Care: Four Factors of Humanitarian Relief Distribution appeared first on Chainalytics.

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RFgen

OCTOBER 31, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is around the corner. Is your supply chain ready for the influx of devices and data types on the horizon? The Industrial Internet of Things, aka IIoT, is already here. It’s critical for organizations to pave the way for this new trend. Between 2015 and 2022, the sector is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 7.89% , MarketsandMarkets found.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. If it were only possible, such an adventure would really throw today’s distribution center advances into focus. Now imagine what the distribution center of 2045 will look like if technology continues to disrupt logistics as profoundly as it has done since the 1990s. Is your mind boggling yet?

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NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 31, 2017

An important differentiation between data governance, business intelligence, business analytics cognitive analytics and predictive analytics is needed as a basis for building a digital supply chain strategy. Every organization needs to define for themselves the differences between these terms, and not just bend to how external consultants are professing to position their views on these concepts.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Supply Chain 24/7

OCTOBER 31, 2017

This paper looks at what private label manufacturers can do to become more effective and organized to effectively compete with, more often than not, larger national brand manufacturers.

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Softeon

OCTOBER 31, 2017

With the holidays right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to take a look at how holiday shopping affects supply chain operations. It is probably little surprise to anyone that companies need to shift their strategies at this tends to be the most profitable and hectic time of the year. Why Is It Important to Consider the Holidays When It Comes to Supply Chain Operations?

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Gravity Supply Chain

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Earlier this month Gravity hosted its first ever Community Day. It was a big milestone for us, as it’s something that we’ve been aspiring to do since the early days of Gravity in 2014. In those days, Graham Parker, Gravity CEO , and I decided that one of our founding principles was to ensure we would always be user- and community-centric… The post Frictionless: The New Supply Chain Competitive Advantage appeared first on Gravity Supply Chain.

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SCM Research

OCTOBER 31, 2017

There has been a recent trend in several management disciplines, including supply chain management, to create knowledge by systematically reviewing available literature. So far, however, our discipline lacked a “gold standard” that guides researchers in this endeavor. The Journal of Supply Chain Management has now published our new article, Durach, Kembro & Wieland (2017): A New Paradigm for Systematic Literature Reviews in Supply Chain Management.

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DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Volumes for the top van markets rebounded 5% last week, as shippers moved freight out the door before month’s end. Van rates remain elevated, despite a drop of a few cents per week since an early October peak. Rates may rebound before Thanksgiving, as retail sales are projected to grow by 6% this holiday season. That should keep truckload demand high on the spot market.

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TradeGecko

OCTOBER 31, 2017

TradeGecko has produced a series of videos around B2B eCommerce, brought to you by our very own Geckos, to delve into the world of selling wholesale online. To get a feel of what the B2B eCommerce industry is like today and what you could be getting your business into, keep watching!

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Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Grocery-delivery startup Instacart Inc. has refrained from rushing expansion beyond the U.S., unlike many other startups valued at more than $1 billion. But Amazon.com Inc. AMZN -0.60% ’s surprising acquisition of Whole Foods has changed those plans. Instacart is close to a deal to partner with Canada’s largest grocer, Loblaw Cos., to launch its service there in the coming months, the startup’s first international foray amid increasing competition, according to people familiar with the matter.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Pepper, the humanoid robot from SoftBank Robotics , is designed to be engaging and endearing. His ability to learn from human interactions, and his lifelike gestures and emotional interactions, make him a natural for the retail environment. JDA Labs partnered with SoftBank Robotics to show how Pepper can help retailers provide excellent customer service, matching his friendly personality with all the knowledge he needs to help customers find the perfect pair of shoes: “There’s the upfront intera

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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RELEX Solutions

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Read PDF. Retail planning solution will help Cervera become more efficient, automate routine replenishment processes and evolve with the company’s needs. Cervera , which has more than 70 stores and 600 employees across Sweden, needed a new solution to improve inventory turnover, availability and unite planning for its entire organization in one system.

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Supply Chain Digest

OCTOBER 31, 2017

For Those Considering Automation the Key concerns are When, What, and How Much

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Freightera

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Yes, it’s that time of year again! Some of you may have been waiting for the night of tricks, treats and fun since that night in 2016. Happy Halloween! Ride safe! Don’t fret – ship freight with us! . The post Happy Halloween! appeared first on Freightera Blog.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Ever since Hurricanes Irma, Harvey, & Maria tore through the United States & Puerto Rico, relief efforts have been in full force. While President Trump issued a 10-day waiver of exemption on the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, debate about the century old protectionist shipping act raged on. Mainly that it should repealed for good as it inhibits aid in the worst of times and increases the cost of consumer goods to some U.S. islands in the worst of times.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Ever since Hurricanes Irma, Harvey, & Maria tore through the United States & Puerto Rico, relief efforts have been in full force. While President Trump issued a 10-day waiver of exemption on the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, debate about the century old protectionist shipping act raged on.

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