October, 2011

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Characteristics of a High-quality Review

SCM Research

'At this year’s CSCMP Conference in Philadelphia I joined a presentation about high-quality reviews held by the co?editors in chief of the Journal of Supply Chain Management. Therefore, I’d like to remember their July 2010 editorial, Crafting High-quality Reviews: Guidelines, Examples and Feedback. While a reviewer should identify a manuscript’s deficiencies (“gatekeeper”), a reviewer should also provide suggestions for how these deficiencies can be addressed (̶

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Supply Chain Management Trends Interview with Lora Cecere

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ERP versus Best-of-Breed?

Logility

I recently spoke with a reporter who asked me to discuss the benefits of supply chain software from a best-of-breed provider such as Logility versus from an ERP vendor. The benefits are measurable; however I felt it important he understand the idea of a “fully integrated” system from a single enterprise vendor is just that, an idea. A common misperception is that supply chain capabilities from ERP providers are fully integrated and lead to quicker deployment with a lower cost of owne

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Global study reveals increased use of third party logistics providers and outsourced logistics services key to success in emerging markets

Supply Chain Network

'Capgemini Consulting, the global strategy and transformation consulting brand of the Capgemini Group, in cooperation with Penn State University, leadership advisory firm, Heidrick & Struggles and global logistics provider, Panalpina, today announced the findings of the 16th Annual Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Study, examining the global market for outsourced logistics.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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UN Global 2012 defines supply chain sustainability

EcoVadis

This definition was uncovered recently by one of our expert analysts. EcoVadis believes in this definition and would like to share it here with our blog audience. UN Global 2012 defines supply chain sustainability as: “the management of environmental, social and economic impacts, and the encouragement of good governance practices, throughout the lifecycles of goods and services.

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International Procurement in Emerging Markets

SCM Research

'Emerging markets have been playing an important role in sourcing activities. Rapid growth has raised their value in world trade as both sourcing regions and sales markets. Procurement companies that are sourcing in emerging markets realize great opportunities and competitive advantages. However, procurement companies face challenges and risks in emerging markets.

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Infographic: E-book Sales Expected to Soar Through 2014

ModusLink Corporation

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ERP versus Best-of-Breed?

Logility

I recently spoke with a reporter who asked me to discuss the benefits of supply chain software from a best-of-breed provider such as Logility versus from an ERP vendor. The benefits are measurable; however I felt it important he understand the idea of a “fully integrated” system from a single enterprise vendor is just that, an idea. A common misperception is that supply chain capabilities from ERP providers are fully integrated and lead to quicker deployment with a lower cost of owne

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CSCMP 2011 Recap: The Synergy Supply Chain of the Future

Supply Chain Network

'My first CSCMP Annual Conference was in 1989 and I always try to get there every year to catch up with all my logistics and supply chain friends! As with every year, there are opportunities to learn new things and meet new people. Here’s a link to my recent tweetstream for shoutouts to some of the great people I met this year! Held again in Philadelphia, this year’s event brought back memories of 2004, the year the old CLM: Council of Logistics Management became today’s CSCMP: Council of Supply

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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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Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Value Chain Standard Released

EcoVadis

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol launched two new standards in early October 2011 which will support companies to better report on their green house gas emissions, and will drive supply chain innovations. The first is the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) , which links directly into company’s supply chain and is a noteworthy step for companies to capture their true GHG footprint.

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Profile: Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 Service to Dubai.

Logistics Middle East

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SCM Best Paper Award Winners 2011

SCM Research

'Best paper award winners can serve as a blueprint for one’s own research projects. Some of the leading supply chain management journals have now announced their winners. The Journal of Business Logistics has just announced that the paper Exploring a governance theory of supply chain management: Barriers and facilitators to integration by Richey et al. is the 2011 Bernard J.

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Five Questions a CFO Should Ask about His Company's Returns.

ModusLink Corporation

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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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Supply Chain Disruptions or Minor Inconveniences?

Logility

How do you plan for the unimaginable? Can you anticipate and properly plan for once in a lifetime events like last year’s Icelandic volcano, and the earthquake and subsequent tsunami earlier this year in Japan? Probably not. Instead of specific plans, supply chain organizations need to look at increased flexibility and modeling the capabilities of their entire network.

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Supply Chain Disruptions or Minor Inconveniences?

Logility

How do you plan for the unimaginable? Can you anticipate and properly plan for once in a lifetime events like last year’s Icelandic volcano, and the earthquake and subsequent tsunami earlier this year in Japan? Probably not. Instead of specific plans, supply chain organizations need to look at increased flexibility and modeling the capabilities of their entire network.

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Keys to a Successful Product Launch - Value Unchained - ModusLink

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China Growing Pains - Value Unchained - ModusLink

ModusLink Corporation

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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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Designated Economic Areas in China - Value Unchained - ModusLink

ModusLink Corporation

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