Tue.Feb 28, 2023

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Causal AI: An Introduction

Enterra Insights

Decision-making is an important part of life — regardless of whether the decisions are personal or work-related. In the Digital Age, decisionmakers in the business world have been encouraged to rely more on data-driven decisions than on personal intuition. Sounds like good advice. There is a downside to such advice — data can mislead. The problem is not with the data per se.

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Editor’s Choice: How an OMS Provides a Competitive Advantage

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Natalie Walkley, Director of Product Marketing OMS at Koerber. Despite becoming commonplace in commerce in recent years, companies have yet to unlock the full competitive advantage an Order Management System (OMS) can bring to their operations.

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ToolsGroup Unveils Significant Enhancements to the Dynamic Planning Capabilities and Modularization of its Demand Planning Software

ToolsGroup

Powerful, AI-driven dynamic planning is good news for everybody – from executives to planners to consumers. At ToolsGroup, we spend a lot of time working and partnering with our customers to overcome their top supply chain challenges. That’s why we eat, sleep, and breathe innovation and never stop looking for ways to help our customers get the most out of their partnership with us and make their supply chains a force for good in the world.

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Supply Chain Sustainability Q&A: Helping Leaders Navigate Challenges and Think Sustainably

John Galt

In this Q&A, we explore the challenges leaders are facing, and the steps they can take as they endeavor to build more sustainable supply chains.

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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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ToolsGroup Announces Significant Enhancements To Its Industry-Leading Demand Planning Solution

ToolsGroup

Version 8.60 of ToolsGroup’s award-winning software elevates forecasting and new product launch capabilities and deepens machine learning and AI utilization. BOSTON — February 28, 2023 — ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, has announced the latest version of its Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) software, making major advancements in its forecasting and demand sensing capabilities.

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Innovations to Supply Chain and Logistics: Where Are They Happening?

Supply Chain Brain

Descartes studied 1,000 supply chain and logistics executives in North America and Europe, to determine where they’re placing their innovation emphasis and technology deployment focus.

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4 Steps To Take When Moving Your Business To A Remote Set-Up

IT Supply Chain

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post 4 Steps To Take When Moving Your Business To A Remote Set-Up appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The role of women in manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

A segment of the workforce that will help close the skills gap and talent shortage in manufacturing are women. Women pursuing careers in STEM and specifically manufacturing are imperative to the economic growth we desire and expect. A manufacturing report done by Deloitte  looking at the foundation for America’s success indicates that of the top drivers of global competitiveness for manufacturing, the number one driver is talent.

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The biggest security trends set to impact businesses this year

IT Supply Chain

By Todd Moore (pictured) VP of Encryption at Thales The post The biggest security trends set to impact businesses this year appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 21-25

QAD

If you haven’t yet listened to or read about them, take a look at our wrap-up blogs covering past episodes of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. Season 1 of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast is a wrap and Cathy Fisher of Quistem , Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I couldn’t be more proud. We set out with a mission to demystify the ever-changing automotive supply chain and give businesses like yours the actionable insights you need to grow and succeed – and we now have 25 episodes

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Seven ways to optimise the end-to-end supply chain

IT Supply Chain

By Wouter Satijn (pictured) Sales Director, Joloda Hydraroll The post Seven ways to optimise the end-to-end supply chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Top 3 Recent Automotive Logistics Trends, Part 1

BlueYonder

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, and James Peck , VP of Supply Chain Execution Presales, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and from webinars and automotive events that we prepared for.

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Top 5 Logistics Software Trends in 2023

C3 Solutions

If last year was characterized as the year that the entire world finally woke up to the importance of the supply chain, 2023 is set to be the year logistics executives take their supply chain seriously.

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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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The IBP Implementation Journey

Arkieva

Implementing IBP is a difficult journey. This blog previews a free webinar that discusses various challenges associated with the implementation of IBP. The IBP Implementation Journey was first posted on February 28, 2023 at 8:02 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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Resilient Internet Connectivity Underpins the Customer Retail Experience

IT Supply Chain

By Nick Sacke (pictured) Head of Operations and Presales, Comms365 The post Resilient Internet Connectivity Underpins the Customer Retail Experience appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Ramping-Up Inventory for a New Distribution Center

New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Introduction: A Common but Seldom Discussed Problem Starting up a new warehouse or distribution center, or transitioning from one to another, is a common activity for many wholesalers and retailers. It’s usually driven by company growth, the use of overflow warehouses during peak business periods, or the need to realign a distribution network because of things like corporate acquisitions, store closures, and seasonal changes in demand patterns.

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A Guide to Utilizing Excel for Business to Maximize Productivity

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post A Guide to Utilizing Excel for Business to Maximize Productivity appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Sam’s Club Adding Distribution Centers to Speed Up Online Fulfillment

Supply Chain Brain

Sam’s Club is the latest retailer to invest in new supply-chain facilities as companies seek to deliver packages faster.

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How To Measure & Improve Receiving Efficiency

Unleashed

Creating efficient warehousing processes can result in less downtime, lower running costs, and better customer service. And what better place to start than right at the beginning: receipt of inward goods. Here, we’ll talk about what receiving efficiency is, how to measure it using warehousing metrics, and cover a few different ways to optimise your inward goods process.

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Five Strategies to Accelerate Warehouse ROI

Supply Chain Brain

Continuing supply chain threats and opportunities are the new normal. But s ome of these disruptions will also present opportunities for growth for those who are ready, willing and able to act.

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Ramping-Up Inventory for a New Distribution Center

New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Introduction: A Common but Seldom Discussed Problem Starting up a new warehouse or distribution center, or transitioning from one to another, is a common activity for many wholesalers and retailers. It’s usually driven by company growth, the use of overflow warehouses during peak business periods, or the need to realign a distribution network because of things like corporate acquisitions, store closures, and seasonal changes in demand patterns.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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The UFLPA: Your Apparel & Textiles Supply Chain Business Impacts & Risk Management

Supply Chain Brain

This eBook explains what can happen to your shipment under the UFLPA – detention, release, or exclusion and seizure, how to minimize the risk of detention, and the challenges with existing approaches.

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5 Things to Look for in a Food Grade Warehouse

Kanban Logistics

Food products require special care and handling across the entire supply chain. Add the complexities of compliance to the equation – whether regulatory compliance such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) or compliance related to strict manufacturer requirements – and the situation becomes even more challenging. Finding the right food-grade warehouse provider for storage and distribution is an important task that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

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Five Ways That Service Spares Logistics Improves the Bottom Line

Supply Chain Brain

All supply chains — including the service spares supply chain — have been transformed by the ripple effects of the past few years’ catastrophic events.

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Unpacking Supply Chain Traceability: A Comprehensive Guide

RFgen

In today’s global economy, businesses face increasing pressure to ensure transparency and accountability in their supply chains. Consumers are increasingly demanding more information about the products they buy, and regulatory bodies are introducing new requirements for companies to meet. This is where traceability comes in. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to supply chain traceability, including its importance, benefits, challenges, and how it works.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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How a Global Consumer Goods Company Generated a Hidden Sales Opportunity of $200 Million through Intelligent Data Synthesis

Supply Chain Brain

With rising consumer expectations, today’s global supply chains need real-time data visibility to manage operations effectively.

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Building resilience: How can procurement prepare businesses?

Proxima

Businesses have experienced significant turbulence since the start of the year, and this has shown no sign of slowing down as February draws to a close. Businesses should expect the unexpected and flexibility will be critical as 2023 continues to play out. As globally significant events such as the pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and accelerated climate change impact global organizations, supply chains have been absorbing many of the shocks, and longer-term challenges are gathering on the horizon.

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The 5 Catalyst for Automation Transformation in Manufacturing and Distribution – Topic 1: Labor Shortage

Supply Chain Brain

Variable market conditions and a continuously shrinking workforce have drastically crippled supply chains in recent years. Automation is the only viable option for companies looking to address labor shortages and optimize operations during times of peak demand.