Sat.Aug 10, 2024 - Fri.Aug 16, 2024

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If Only the Supply Chain was Reconfigured

Supply Chain Shaman

This morning, the New York Times pushed me an article by Peter S. Goodman titled “ The Supply Chain, Reconfigured.” His narrative centers on the evolution of the global supply chain evolving with a focus on labor arbitration ignoring geographic distance and shipping issues. His belief is that the internet, container shipping, and global banking shrunk the supply chain.

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3 Ways Distributors Can Make Better Inventory Decisions

Supply Chain Brain

After the COVID-19 pandemic caused significant industrial demand fluctuations and exposed weaknesses in existing supply chains, distributors have begun to rethink inventory management and supply chain strategies. This guide explores how one of North America’s largest distributors, White Cap, has navigated these challenges by enhancing demand forecasting, centralizing inventory decision-making, and leveraging advanced technology.

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What Does the Future Look Like for Online Grocery?

Enterra Insights

As the world emerged from the Covid-19 pandemic, companies wondered whether consumer behaviors adopted during the pandemic would continue. One such behavior was a notable increase in online grocery purchases. In early 2023, journalist Emily Newton wrote, “Stuck at home, increased numbers of consumers turned to their computers or phones to order groceries from websites like Instacart, or food delivery apps such as Uber Eats, DoorDash or GoPuff.

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Build a Digital Playbook Beyond Scenarios to Thrive in Uncertainty

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s supply chains are fraught with uncertainties across demand and supply yet are tasked with adding incremental value to their organizations while also meeting commercial, working capital and sustainability goals. This balancing act is a challenge even in the best of times. However, far too many companies are stuck because traditional planning methods that rely on static, one-number plans fall short in this demanding and dynamic landscape.

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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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Simplifying Network Design with an Intuitive Data Model

AIMMS

Our network design data model is designed around Supply Chain entities you will recognize, customers, warehouses, suppliers, production and transport lanes.

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Riots led to near 5% decline in High Street footfall & 2.5% jump in home deliveries

IT Supply Chain

By David Jinks M.I.L.T. (pictured) Parcelhero’s Head of Consumer Research The post Riots led to near 5% decline in High Street footfall & 2.5% jump in home deliveries appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Pirelli’s Digital Transformation Journey

Logistics Viewpoints

Pier Paolo Tamma, the Chief Digital Officer at Pirelli Pirelli is in the midst of a digital transformation. This transformation seeks to use data, digital ecosystems, and AI to enhance data driven decision-making. In terms of the commercial operation, it seeks to provide greater value to dealer customers by arming their sales representatives with more actionable data on what the dealers will likely need to order.

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Maximizing ROI Value from Your Supply Chain Software Investment

Arkieva

Learn how to maximize ROI from your supply chain software with best practices, advanced features, and continuous optimization strategies. Maximizing ROI Value from Your Supply Chain Software Investment was first posted on August 13, 2024 at 8:53 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Dispossessor ransomware group takedown

IT Supply Chain

By Stephen Robinson (pictured) Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, WithSecure The post Dispossessor ransomware group takedown 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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Is AI Hype or a Truly Revolutionary Technology Set to Transform Logistics? (AI Popup #3)

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Is AI Hype or a Truly Revolutionary Technology Set to Transform Logistics? (AI Popup #3) AI Popup #3 August 10, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More For anyone who has played around with ChatGPT or Midjourney, it’s now clear that AI has the potential to be an incredible tool for enhancing efficiency and productivity.

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Industrie 4.0 Breakthrough: Networks of Flexible Plants

Logistics Viewpoints

This July 2024, we published a report that tracks the progress that has been made in implementing the key features of Industrie 4.0, both in the process and discrete industries. The three steps in realizing the vision are 1) flexible, reconfigurable plant; 2) global manufacturing networks of flexible, configurable plants; 3) the integration of the previous step with digital, certified, encrypted product definitions.

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Avoiding Logistics FUD with Steve Elwell

The Logistics of Logistics

Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss avoiding logistics FUD. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of iDev Partners, a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. Summary: Avoiding Logistics FUD In this episode, Joe Lynch and guest Steve Elwell tackle the pervasive issue of Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) and its impact on various aspects of business, particularly in logistics.

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Leveraging TMS for Optimized Dock Scheduling

C3 Solutions

Transportation Management Software (TMS) is a crucial tool for managing product movements and minimizing logistics-led headaches in a business. A modern TMS puts businesses in much better control of the logistics processes, making them more efficient, automated, and cost-effective. It helps to bring different shipping processes together, allowing real-time decisions, better route planning, and compliance.

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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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Learning from the CrowdStrike Outage: The Importance of Robust Disaster Recovery Strategies & Trusted Advisors

IT Supply Chain

By Ross Hamilton (pictured) Principal SAP Technical Consultant, Absoft The post Learning from the CrowdStrike Outage: The Importance of Robust Disaster Recovery Strategies & Trusted Advisors appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 10 – 16)

Logistics Viewpoints

As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. And for me, that day is today. After 10+ years of writing the weekly news roundup, as well as a bi-weekly column for Logistics Viewpoints, today is my last day at ARC Advisory Group. Over these 10 years+ I have learned a lot about supply chain and logistics through conversations with end users, suppliers, and my colleagues.

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Blue Yonder Associate Shares Experience of Being Left-Handed in a Right-Handed World

BlueYonder

Each year on Aug. 13, the world celebrates International Left Handers Day. This day raises awareness about the challenges left-handers face in a predominantly right-handed world. Blue Yonder associate Nina Seth shares her insights into being left-handed in this DIVE In blog post. Oh, to be a left-hander in a right-handed world. You experience intrigue, curiosity and sometimes even dismay.

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A ‘Shift-Left’ Strategy Moves Supply Chain Planning Further Upstream

Supply Chain Brain

Manufacturers are now asking whether they should reach further back in the chain, in their pursuit of both resilience and growth opportunities.

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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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Building Reputation and Credibility As A Leadership Keynote Speaker

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Building Reputation and Credibility As A Leadership Keynote Speaker appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Role of Email Hosting in Modernizing Retail Supply Chain Communication

SCMDOJO

Effective communication is paramount for success. Retail supply chains are complex networks that require seamless coordination among various stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers. Email hosting has emerged as a pivotal tool in modernizing these communication channels, enabling real-time collaboration and data sharing.

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How To Sharpen Up Your Customer Focus With Returns Feedback

BlueYonder

Steve Jobs was desperate to make Apple focus on customers. “Some people say, ‘Give the customers what they want.’ But that’s not my approach. Our job is to figure out what they’re going to want before they do.” That’s a classic Jobs quote you’re probably familiar with. How many retailers really take it to heart, though? Listening to what the customer wants is the very essence of what great retailers do – but what if there was a whole array of very direct customer feedback that they weren’t using

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Trio of West Coast Ports Added to DOT Supply Chain Data Platform

Supply Chain Brain

The Department of Transportation's FLOW initiative was first launched in 2022 as a response to disruptions brought on by the pandemic.

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Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!

What is Remote-Insourcing? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Not anymore. Remote-Insourcing isn’t outsourcing—it’s a revolutionary staffing model that lets our clients fill key entry-level positions with top-tier, loyal, long-term talent, integrated seamlessly into their businesses—just like local employees but without the turnover or W2 HR hassles. With under 4% unwanted attrition, you train once and keep the same team for years.

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New Vs Used Equipment: The Pros and Cons of Both

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post New Vs Used Equipment: The Pros and Cons of Both appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Beyond the Warehouse Walls: Managing Inventory in Large Exterior Spaces with Geolocation

RFgen

How can businesses keep up with ever-growing customer demands? What technologies are transforming warehouse operations into models of efficiency and precision? One answer lies in geolocation. As companies strive for seamless and effective warehouse management, geolocation technology emerges as a game-changer, driving unparalleled levels of efficiency, accuracy, and optimization.

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Executing Through Uncertainty: The Problem of Inventory Rebalancing

BlueYonder

For supply chain professionals, there is always a conundrum when balancing supply and demand. Traditional order management or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems do their best to execute an optimal balance, and they can be sufficient during normal operations. But a sudden imbalance is enough to throw planning systems off, requiring a brand-new fulfillment plan.

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What you can't avoid, you have to manage well: How TENNECO increases the efficiency of Global Premium Freight

Supply Chain Brain

Join this webinar to learn from Katja Muenster, Integrated Supply Chain Process Manager, how TENNECO's strategic approach and technological advancements are driving efficiencies in global special transports, even in the face of ongoing industry challenges.

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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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Meeting global manufacturing demands: Nidec Drives’ scalable machine control solutions

IT Supply Chain

By Andrea Annunziata (pictured) Product Management Director of Nidec Drives The post Meeting global manufacturing demands: Nidec Drives’ scalable machine control solutions appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Customer Success Tracks to Consider at QAD Transform

QAD

As we emerge from the post-COVID period, our face-to-face interactions remain fewer than in the past. This is why I am excited about QAD’s upcoming Transform events. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn from experts, get up-to-date on the industry and technological changes in manufacturing and supply chain, and, most importantly, to learn from other customers facing similar challenges.

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Enhancing Logistical Efficiency: Strategies for Improvement

SCMDOJO

The freight industry operates within a complex network characterized by numerous inefficiencies. To optimize operations, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact, a multifaceted approach is required. This article explores key strategies for enhancing logistical efficiency and thus improving profitability and reducing cost. Logistical Efficiency in Sourcing, Distribution, and Delivery Local Sourcing: While offering potential environmental benefits, local sourcing introduces complexities l