SCM Research

JANUARY 20, 2012

'Previous studies about SCM in China have highlighted that uncertainty in the supply chain can be reduced by process flexibility, information sharing, and process integration. However, a new study by Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, titled The end of the China cycle? , warns that “the value proposition for many firms in China is disappearing as the competitive cost advantage is beginning to erode relative to other countries” and that “government policy and social issues are

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 26, 2012

'Image via Wikpedia It’s that time, once again, when everyone predicts what will happen in the coming year. But 2012 is an extra-special year; it carries heavy historical baggage chock full of dire predictions. Nostradamus painted a bleak picture of massive destruction and mayhem brought about by a comet in 2012. The Mayans take it one step further since they simply stopped their calendar on December 21st signaling the end of the world.

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Logility

JANUARY 11, 2012

One of our resident inventory optimization experts, Chris Russell, recently spoke with Greg Novitsky, global supply chain analyst at Celanese about the journey to optimize inventory. In this video podcast, Greg provides a veteran perspective on the multi-echelon inventory optimization (MEIO) journey and how Celanese has been able to reach the top of the MEIO maturity curve and achieve significant benefits.

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 16, 2012

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JANUARY 3, 2012

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SCM Research

JANUARY 30, 2012

'I just read an article by Vallet-Bellmunt et al. (2011): Supply chain management: A multidisciplinary content analysis of vertical relations between companies, 1997–2006. It gives a good overview of SCM research published in journals related to marketing, logistics, management, and marketing channels. The authors find that the work type of most research is empirical in nature, primary information is used more often than secondary information, the information type is mostly quantitative in natur

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 23, 2012

'Charming Shoppes Inc announced the following executive leadership announcements. Bryan Q. Eshelman has been promoted to Executive Vice President – Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective immediately. Eshelman joined Charming Shoppes in 2010 as Senior Vice President – Operations, with responsibility for technology, logistics, technical design and quality assurance.

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Logility

JANUARY 11, 2012

One of our resident inventory optimization experts, Chris Russell, recently spoke with Greg Novitsky, global supply chain analyst at Celanese about the journey to optimize inventory. In this video podcast, Greg provides a veteran perspective on the multi-echelon inventory optimization (MEIO) journey and how Celanese has been able to reach the top of the MEIO maturity curve and achieve significant benefits.

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 11, 2012

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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JANUARY 14, 2012

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 31, 2012

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SCM Research

JANUARY 1, 2012

'In their interesting article, A tale of three perspectives: Examining post hoc statistical techniques for detection and correction of common method variance , Richardson et al. (2009) define common-method variance (CMV) as “systematic error variance shared among variables measured with and introduced as a function of the same method and/or source” Post-hoc techniques promise help, if the research design does not allow the independent and dependent variables to use data from differen

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 26, 2012

'President Barack Obama is directing the Departments of State and Homeland Security to come up with a plan to protect the $14.6 trillion U.S. economy from interruptions in the supply chain. The White House released a National Strategy for Global Supply Chain Security today that gives officials from those departments six months to make recommendations on identifying risks and making commercial infrastructure more resilient.

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“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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Logility

JANUARY 10, 2012

Dennis Berman at the Wall Street Journal recently said analytics will change your day-to-day world more than you know. In his article, So, What’s Your Algorithm , he points out that computer systems are now so powerful they can harvest vast stores of data in real-time to make the decisions (or recommendations) for you to act upon. The article provides examples such as analyzing the credit worthiness of tens of millions of homeowners as well as how, by analyzing traffic flows, the system ca

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 24, 2012

'This post, written by Robert J. Bowman, originally appeared in the SupplyChainBrain THINK TANK blog and is reposted with permission from SupplyChainBrain. It’s easy for a top executive who’s concerned about corporate image to profess a solid commitment to sustainability. When it comes to gauging actual progress toward that goal, however, the reality is one of mixed messages.

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Logility

JANUARY 10, 2012

Dennis Berman at the Wall Street Journal recently said analytics will change your day-to-day world more than you know. In his article, So, What’s Your Algorithm , he points out that computer systems are now so powerful they can harvest vast stores of data in real-time to make the decisions (or recommendations) for you to act upon. The article provides examples such as analyzing the credit worthiness of tens of millions of homeowners as well as how, by analyzing traffic flows, the system ca

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

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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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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Counter to what many people think, apparel supply chains are complex and demanding with global sourcing, long lead times, short selling seasons, and demand uncertainty.

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Counter to what many people think, apparel supply chains are complex and demanding with global sourcing, long lead times, short selling seasons, and demand uncertainty.

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Counter to what many people think, apparel supply chains are complex and demanding with global sourcing, long lead times, short selling seasons, and demand uncertainty.

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 11, 2012

'Ryder System, Inc., a leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that it has published a Corporate Sustainability Report highlighting Ryder’s progress towards improving the communities and environments where the Company does business. The report profiles Ryder’s efforts to drive business growth in economically viable, environmentally sound, and responsible ways.

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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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Logility

JANUARY 11, 2012

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 23, 2012

'GPOs have the difficult task of reducing spend while sourcing for healthcare goods. As anyone who’s made purchases with someone’s health at stake knows – this is not an area you can cut corners. At the same time, physician preference items can be some of the costliest categories of spend facing the industry. For healthcare procurement executives looking to bring in costs and improve compliance, a new trend is arising.

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