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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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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7 Key Considerations for Warehouse Network Design

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When it comes to warehouse network design, there was a time when the top question for the people managing warehouse location searches was “Would I like to visit this location?” But those days are long gone says Jeff Haushalter of leading supply chain design and engineering firm, Chicago Consulting. These days warehouse network design decisions are data-driven and carefully and continuously analyzed.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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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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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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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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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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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.

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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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Ford’s Announced Plans to Operate a Battery Plant in Michigan

Supply Chain Matters

Continuing our Supply Chain Matters highlights of the global wide automotive industry’s ongoing supply network and production transformation towards developing and producing electric powered vehicles, we highlight a recent announcement from Ford Motor Company. Ford and China based Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATX) have plans to build a domestic sourced battery production facility in Michigan.

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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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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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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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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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o9 Solutions Recognizes aioneers In Its Inaugural Partner Awards Program 

o9 Solutions

Dallas, February 28, 2022 – o9 Solutions , a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today announced that it is recognizing aioneers as the best all-around partner in sales and delivery. The supply chain software company is receiving o9’s Most Valuable Partner (MVP) Award as part of its inaugural Partner Awards program.

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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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Dynamic Rulesets and the Advantages of Workflow Automation

MercuryGate

Leveraging dynamic rulesets within our MercuryGate TMS supports growth and scalability. This workflow automation technology empowers organizations to overcome real-world supply chain challenges from the first to the final mile across all modes. The post Dynamic Rulesets and the Advantages of Workflow Automation appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Healthcare Brands: Choosing the Right 3PL for Retail Deliveries

Zipline Logistics

Did you know…? In 2023, the global healthcare market is projected to be worth almost $60.72 Billion U.S. dollars. The healthcare market includes segments such as digestives & intestinal remedies, analgesics, hand sanitizer, skin treatment, cold & cough remedies, incontinence (bladder control products), and vitamins & minerals. Key retailers in the healthcare industry include Walmart, Amazon, and CVS.

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Transform Your Delivery Process with Locus’ Automated Tracking System

Locus

It’s human nature to want to know the exact whereabouts of something that’s expected to reach them, whether it’s a person or goods. Nowadays, modern shoppers demand transparency throughout the entire purchase process in real time, from the moment they place their order online until it arrives at their doorstep. Studies have shown that 51% of online shoppers desire real-time updates on their order’s status, and 93% want to receive proactive updates, as it gives them a sens

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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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What is Mesh Networking Trends Report

This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.

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Supply Chain New on The Top 10 Procurement Priorities for 2023 from The Hackett Group

Supply Chain Digest

Ensuring Product Supply Tops the List

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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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Types of Shipping Containers

3PL Insights

Containers play an integral role in shipping goods around the world. Ocean freight is the most cost-effective form of shipping goods so when ordering products from overseas they will most likely arrive in a container. There are many shipping containers that serve different purposes. We have created a list of the top 14 most common shipping containers to help you find the most suitable container for your shipping needs. 1) 10’, 20’, and 40’ Dry Storage Containers These are some of the most common