Best Practices to Model Carbon Costs in Supply Chain Network Design
AIMMS
JUNE 29, 2021
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3 Supply Chain & Technology Trends Driving Business Success in the New Normal
MPO Multi Party Orchestration
JUNE 28, 2021
From a certain angle, it can be said that everything has changed; it could also be said that everything is as it always has been. We have simply changed. The supply chain and technology trends explored below have not appeared out of the blue. Like a kind of white noise, globalization and the growth of the cloud and new sales channels were budding in the background, alongside the quiet hum of climate activism and gentle reminders to recycle.
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Asking the Right Questions Is The First Step To Drive Supply Chain Excellence
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 29, 2021
Each year, we compile a list of top-performing Supply Chains, termed the Supply Chains to Admire. Using balance sheet data from 2011 to 2019, we chart companies’ progress by peer group on rate of improvement and performance in the metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). Companies that outperform their peer group while driving improvement and driving value (either by price to book or market capitalization) make the winners list.
As Air Travel Roars Back–How Will Aircraft Suppliers Meet the New Demand?
DELMIA Quintiq
JUNE 29, 2021
Speeding Robotics Automation with AI
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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.
Transportation Metrics That Matter Most to Track and Improve Performance
GlobalTranz
JULY 1, 2021
As supply chains become more impacted by market disruptions and unpredictable events, they’re also becoming more critical to a company’s customer experience levels and bottom line. Creating a data-driven supply chain tracking important transportation metrics helps shippers respond and adapt as quickly as possible to known and unknown events. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics.
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A Story of Throwing the Baby Out With The Bathwater in Supply Chain Planning
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 28, 2021
” Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater “ is an idiomatic expression for an avoidable error where something good is eliminated when trying to get rid of something bad, or in other words, rejecting the favorable along with the unfavorable. (Idiomatic expressions are a type of informal language rooted in meaning that is different from the literal definitions of the words used in the expression. ).
Supplier Diversity: From Checking the Box to Driving Business Strategy
ivalua
JUNE 29, 2021
Part I: Building Business Cases and Driving Momentum. Supplier diversity programs are something many procurement professionals in the United States (U.S.) have accepted as a key element of procurement. These programs are as familiar to procurement professionals as concepts like spend analysis or category management. This mainstream awareness is directly attributable to the U.S.
Using Coefficient of Variability to Drive Safety Stock Related Decisions
Arkieva
JUNE 29, 2021
In a previous blog post, we discussed how a high or low value of Coefficient of Variation (CV) impacts the first or second term of safety stock. Today we decided to put this to the test using real customer data - here we will discuss our findings. Using Coefficient of Variability to Drive Safety Stock Related Decisions was first posted on June 29, 2021 at 9:33 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.
Data Quality: Your Digital Transformation Depends on It
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 29, 2021
In a prior post , I wrote about the various ways data is transforming global supply chains. Data is the raw fuel of digital transformation and the linchpin to accelerating industry collaboration, automation, predictive insights and so many more cutting-edge capabilities (including those yet to be invented). Today, I’m going to add a qualifier — it has to be quality data.
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.
FMCG Supply Chain Performance Measurement: Del-Boy Style.
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
JULY 2, 2021
Performance monitoring Balanced Scorecards are invaluable in FMCG, Brewing and Coatings companies but they are also appropriate for any business leaders serious about improvement. Whatever your business size or product offering, you will benefit from such a scorecard by knowing exactly what is going well and where you can or need to improve.
Supply Chain Visibility & Automation: Creating a Truly Touchless Order
Talking Logistics
JUNE 30, 2021
The quest to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility continues to get more difficult as supply chains become increasingly globalized and fragmented. Fortunately, advancements in technology are helping companies to overcome these challenges and automate their processes. What hurdles still remain? Why is changing the status quo so important? How can technology help?
How Transparency Will Elevate the Post-Pandemic Food Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2021
There’s an opportunity to improve food supply chain logistics and planning with a future-proofing mindset. No element requires more consideration and investment in this regard than transparency.
Technology is Essential in Navigating Peak Shipping Season
Kuebix
JULY 1, 2021
As crazy as it may sound, planning for peak shipping season has already begun! In the U.S., peak shipping season extends from August until January of the following year. Peak shipping season can be broken down into two spikes in demand. The first occurs from August until October. This significant increase can be largely attributed […]. The post Technology is Essential in Navigating Peak Shipping Season appeared first on Kuebix.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“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.
What the Approaching ILWU-PMA Contract Renewal Means for Shippers
NFI
JULY 1, 2021
After a year marred by congestion, skyrocketing cargo handling costs, increased demand as a result of the pandemic, and looming clean air mandates, West Coast marine terminal operators have had all the more reason to explore productivity improvements and cost-saving options like automation. Historically, concern about displacing and replacing employees with robotics had prompted the… Continue reading What the Approaching ILWU-PMA Contract Renewal Means for Shippers.
Advice for Supply Chain Young Professionals (from Indago Members)
Talking Logistics
JUNE 28, 2021
A few weeks ago, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community, “Based on your experience and lessons learned, what advice would you give to young professionals (or students) interested in a supply chain / logistics career? What will be important for them to succeed?” “Logistics and Supply Chain expertise must be learned. Read more Advice for Supply Chain Young Professionals (from Indago Members).
Supply Chains After COVID – 5 Tips for Resilient Planning
Logility
JUNE 28, 2021
Flexibility, a holistic approach, and the right software platform and services are important factors for resilient supply chain planning. If 2020 has taught businesses nothing else, it’s taught the importance of resilient planning for supply chains. The supply shock that started in China in February, followed by the demand shock when the global economy shut down, laid bare vulnerabilities in both the production plans and supply chains of businesses all over the world.
Ivalua Payments Part I: Why ERP Payments are Broken
ivalua
JULY 1, 2021
There is a storm coming in the accounts payable (AP) world. The tides of suppliers and payments are changing and in order to withstand the tidal waves of change and influx of AP transactions, organizations will need to find agility within their operations. Unfortunately, traditional payment approaches treat invoices to payments as a process silo, locked within the fragmented ERP which cannot support the change.
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
7 Building Blocks of FMCG Supply Chain Excellence – Raw Material to Consumer
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
JUNE 28, 2021
The Enchange Supply Chain House is a simple and easy to understand reference model providing a clearly defined and proven understanding of your supply chain status and future potential.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 2, 2021)
Talking Logistics
JULY 2, 2021
My first flight in more than a year began with a 3-hour delay. Some things just don’t change. But the plane took off and landed, which made it a good flight, nonetheless. It was extremely hot in Eugene, Oregon (111F). So hot that they delayed the Track & Field Olympic Trials by 5 hours on. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 2, 2021).
Supply Variability: A Wake-Up Call for Customer-Centric Supply Chains
Logility
JUNE 29, 2021
News headlines may have you believe that supply chains across all categories are running amok. Cargo stuck in the Suez Canal, a gas pipeline breach, an overburdened power grid, and shortages in lumber, plastics, and semiconductors – all these events in the last few months should make any supply chain executive nervous. But in reality, such risks in supply variability emerge more often than any business wants to admit.
Ivalua Completes the Source-to-Pay Journey with Embedded Global Supplier Payments
ivalua
JUNE 29, 2021
Enabling rapid, cost-effective and transparent supplier payments anywhere in the world. Redwood City, CA, June 30, 2021 – Ivalua, a global leader in Cloud Spend Management solutions, announces an extension of its source-to-pay platform with a new payments solution to digitize and streamline global supplier payments. Today’s supplier payments remain complex and crucially lack transparency and efficiency that strain supplier relationships, increase transactional costs and cause frustration for all
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.
Truck Drivers and Container Chassis: The Peak Season Shortages to Expect
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 29, 2021
Supply chain managers need to understand where the vulnerabilities are, and what to expect in a peak season that’s poised to bring about increased pressure for shippers and carriers in terms of labor, capacity, transparency and supply.
Gap to scrap UK stores – is there any hope for the highstreet?
IT Supply Chain
JULY 1, 2021
By Sachin Jangam (pictured). Partner for Retail, Infosys Consulting. The post Gap to scrap UK stores – is there any hope for the highstreet? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Understanding the Shipping Container Shortage!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 2, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Fireworks Supply Chain! Shipping container shortage article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at Argentus. Over the past 15 months, we’ve been writing on the Argentus blog about the immense impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on global supply chains – particularly, as you might expect of a recruitment firm, from the perspective of talent and skills.
Almost Two Thirds of European Suppliers Say Late Payments Put Them at Financial Risk
ivalua
JUNE 28, 2021
Financial impact of COVID-19 has delayed payments and kept focus on cost, but research shows this is adversely affecting supplier relationships and access to innovation. London, UK – 29 th June 2021 – Research from Ivalua , a leading global spend management cloud provider , has revealed almost two thirds (65%) of suppliers feel late payments are putting their company at financial risk.
Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!
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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.
Oregon Businesses to Collaborate on Supply Chain Transparency Initiative
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 28, 2021
A group of Oregon companies, business associations, and academic institutions today announced the formation of the Oregon Transparency Initiative (OTI), a public-private collaboration created to boost the transparency of Oregon’s supply chains.
Household spending tumbled 11% in the first quarter of 2021. Only e-commerce prevented an even greater collapse
IT Supply Chain
JULY 1, 2021
By David Jinks M.I.L.T. (pictured). ParcelHero’s Head of Consumer Research. The post Household spending tumbled 11% in the first quarter of 2021. Only e-commerce prevented an even greater collapse appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
How New Supply Chain Technologies Are Boosting Efficiency
ShipBob
JULY 2, 2021
Artificial intelligence, self-driving vehicles, and robotics used to seem unrealistic and too futuristic. But today, these technological advancements are becoming a reality and transforming the logistics industry. With on-demand logistics on the rise (due to high standards and expectations around accurate, fast, and reliable delivery), technology continues to play a tremendous role in supply chain efficiency.
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