Fri.Sep 29, 2017

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[Infographic] Modern Retail Supply Chains: Why Investment in Omnichannel Is Rising

GlobalTranz

Modern retail supply chains resemble patchwork quilts, made up of thousands of squares (warehouses and suppliers) and stitches (supply chain systems). While this patchwork quilt has operated well for the past few years, modern retail supply chains have reached a point where the stitches threaten to rip. While this is the primary force behind omnichannel investment, modern retail supply chains are also investing for these top reasons.

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Cutting through the hype: AI in supply chain planning

Kinaxis

by Alexa Cheater There’s no getting around it. Artificial intelligence (AI) is here. From self-driving cars to intelligent digital assistants (one of whom I share a name with) to advanced robots working on the shop floor. But conspicuously absent in all this fervor around what’s new and next in AI are details and examples of how to implement these emerging technologies in supply chain planning.

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What is Machine Learning?

The Network Effect

I was having a discussion about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supply chain planning and execution with Steve Banker today, and. The post What is Machine Learning? appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Supply Chain Movement issue 26 – Logistics Strategy

Supply Chain Movement

Contents Supply Chain Movement 26 – 2017 Q3. Date of appearance: September 15th, 2017. 7 | News & Background. ‘e-Commerce fulfilment starts with the customer’. Winner of last quarter: Unilever. Loser of last quarter: Shell. 10 | Supply Chain Journey of Ivanka Janssen: The internet of supply chain: where to start? For some reason it’s easier to understand how the internet of supply chain (IOSC) can give a competitive edge in a retail environment than in large-scale FMCG companies.

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Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

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Is Blockchain in the Supply Chain Coming of Age?

Supply Chain 24/7

Supply chain managers have yet to fully embrace the power of blockchain technology, say analysts, but the advance seems all but inexorable.

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Can Blockchain Revolutionize the Supply Chain?

Supply Chain 24/7

In this white paper Ranjit Notani, One Network CTO examines Blockchain’s powerful potential as well as a major problem and whether and how Blockchains can revolutionize the Supply Chain.

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The Ascent of Amazon and Why It Matters

BlueYonder

After a brief hiatus, Friday in 5 is back to provide interesting news bits from around the supply chain horn, served up in one spot to keep you up to date. This week: how Amazon’s ascent is disrupting industries and the labor market; a look at leaders in digital innovation; supply chain professionals’ captivation with data; and how chatbots are revolutionizing the customer service experience.

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3 Benefits of Innovating Global Supply Chains

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Earlier this year we talked about tips for hosting an innovation challenge. Today, we will dig into why investing in innovation matters. C.H. Robinson exists to make customers’ supply chains better, stronger, and faster because that’s what it takes to compete in today’s market. Driving a culture of innovation is essential to our growth. In fact, I believe that the next 50 great ideas for moving global supply chains forward are already here, living within our people.

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Cognitive Computing and Innovation

Enterra Insights

Whether you call it the Digital Age or the Information Age, we live in an era in which data and … Continued. The post Cognitive Computing and Innovation appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

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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New Freight Broker Resource Guides Available from TIA

DAT Solutions

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) has released three new resource guides this year and has updated several of its sample contracts. These guides are one of the benefits of TIA membership , as they cover a variety of legal and regulatory topics and are written specifically for freight brokers. Information contained in the guides is often not available from any other source.

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Becoming the Next Auto Hub

Elementum

Global car makers are facing massive costs to quickly develop new technologies by delving into the production of lower-emission cars and self-driving cars. The competition to be on top of the automotive industry means creating unusual partnerships. Japanese automakers Toyota and Mazda signed an agreement earlier this month to enter into a business and capital alliance.

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How to get your business ready for seasonal sales periods

TradeGecko

The holiday season is nearly here, meaning eCommerce and wholesale businesses should already be forecasting sales, planning for inventory, and defining promotional strategies. Here are some key planning considerations to ensure you’re ready to exceed those end-of-year sales goals this holiday season.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 25-29, 2017)

Talking Logistics

You know what might be more complex than supply chain management? The college application and financial aid process. We’re wading through it now with my oldest daughter who is a senior in high school. If you have to schedule multiple information sessions and webcasts to explain how this whole process works, like our high school has done, then I think it’s a clear sign that there are too many crooks, I mean cooks, in the kitchen.

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How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.

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Virtual Reality Creating Real-World Gains

APICS

A little story in The Wall Street Journal points to big innovations for aerospace manufacturing. Rolls-Royce, which makes airplane engines for Boeing and Airbus jetliners, is using virtual reality to test what the company calls the “world’s most powerful aerospace gearbox.

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Join Herlitz IM at the ROFDA Conference

Herlitz Inventory Management

Join the Herlitz team November 10-12, 2017 at Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego. Harnessing the power of in-person conferences. The ROFDA Conferences are designed as an environment to ignite conversations, and exchange ideas and viewpoints. ROFDA is all about collaboration, and these conferences help to strengthen member’s and affiliates’ relationships.

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Why Truckload Lead Times Matter and How to Improve Them

TMC

First come, first served is a familiar statement to most of us. Maybe the phrase reminds you of a free tchotchke given out at the local baseball game. Or maybe you’re reminded of events that serve free food. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should. Let’s look at a hypothetical situation. This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year.

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Join Herlitz IM at the IFDA Conference

Herlitz Inventory Management

Join the Herlitz team October 15-17, 2017 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. Work smarter, better, faster. See the latest technologies, hear the latest best practices in food distribution, and get insights on issues from warehousing and transportation to human resources and regulatory compliance. Plus our JUMP START Program provides operations people on your team with skills they need to be more effective leaders.

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CADDi Receives 2023 Top Tech Startup Award by Food Logistics, Supply & Demand Chain Executive

The 2023 Top Tech Startup Awards by Food Logistics, Supply & Demand Chain Executive spotlights the top software and technology startups in the supply chain and logistics space.

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Why Truckload Lead Times Matter and How to Improve Them

TMC

First come, first served is a familiar statement to most of us. Maybe the phrase reminds you of a free tchotchke given out at the local baseball game. Or maybe you’re reminded of events that serve free food. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should. Let’s look at a hypothetical situation. This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year.

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Why Truckload Lead Times Matter and How to Improve Them

TMC

First come, first served is a familiar statement to most of us. Maybe the phrase reminds you of a free tchotchke given out at the local baseball game. Or maybe you’re reminded of events that serve free food. But very few of us think about truckload capacity when we hear the phrase. And maybe we should. Let’s look at a hypothetical situation. This represents every operating truck in North America: Yet not every truck is available every single day of the year.