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How Often Do You Consider Risk in Your Supply Chain Decisions?

Talking Logistics

The COVID-19 pandemic and its ripple effects have put supply chain risk management back in the spotlight. Simply put, supply chains today face greater risks than in the past, including from relatively new threats like cyberattacks. How often do you consider risk in your supply chain decisions? We asked members of our Indago supply chain. Read more The post How Often Do You Consider Risk in Your Supply Chain Decisions?

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The Supply Chain Control Tower Quiz

The Network Effect

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4 Ways to Develop a Demand-Responsive Supply Chain

Resilinc

In a fiercely competitive global market, demand fluctuations pose ongoing supply chain risks. Shifts in demand can lead to bigger issues like inventory understock, overstock, and supplier capacity risks. So, how can companies navigate ever-shifting demand? Many companies turn to sophisticated tools and algorithms. However, consumer demand is volatile, and statistical forecasting models have fundamental limitations.

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Addressing Supply Chain Security Compliance Obligations

IT Supply Chain

By Eilon Elhadad (pictured) Sr. Director, Software Supply Chain Security, Aqua Security The post Addressing Supply Chain Security Compliance Obligations appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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How supply chain disruption makes it even more important to automate your docks

C3 Solutions

When everything is changing all the time, it’s impossible to use old, familiar tools and methods to manage operations. This is injecting a whole new level of risk into supply chain logistics.

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4 Areas of Focus to Embrace Supply Chain Automation

John Galt

Read our recommendations to embrace automation, advance supply chain planning processes and accelerate decision-making.

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ToolsGroup and River Logic Join Forces, Leveraging Digital Twins for Powerful, End-to-End Supply Chain Benefits

ToolsGroup

At ToolsGroup, we’re thrilled to bring value to customers around the world in collaboration with our extensive partner network. That’s why we’re excited to be adding River Logic, a global innovator in advanced analytics for planning and decision support to our partner family. River Logic offers both a platform for customer solutions as well as network optimization and production planning & scheduling applications.

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Scenario Planning: Full Speed Ahead with Advanced S&OP

Logility

Lets face it, the world is complex and growing more everyday. The list of supply chain challenges is never stops. Without help, opportunities are lost, costs heighten, and risks increase. Steer through the complexity with the scenario planning and advanced S&OP. Learn more about S&OP in our executive brief: Optimize Your Decision Making with Advanced Scenario Planning , or get started advanced S&OP here.

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Supply Chain News on Progress in Women in Manufacturing is too Slow

Supply Chain Digest

New Report from the Manufacturing Alliance has Advice for Women and Companies

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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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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 11, 2023)

Talking Logistics

For the second birthday in a row, I ended up in Urgent Care. Last year, I woke up in the morning and the room was spinning. Vertigo. This year, the night before my birthday, I was playing in a championship softball game, and at my first at-bat, I put the ball in play, and the. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 11, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Life Sciences and Healthcare Supply Chain with Jim Saponaro

The Logistics of Logistics

Jim Saponaro and Joe Lynch discuss the life sciences and healthcare supply chain. Jim is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. About Jim Saponaro Jim Saponaro is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. Jim joined DHL Supply Chain in 2011 and over the last decade, his leadership responsibilities have grown alongside the LSHC sector’s growth.

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Direct-to-Consumer Fulfillment Needs & “WMS-Plus” Propel Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Demand

Logistics Viewpoints

This year’s research on the global WMS market has revealed many of the perennial factors influencing demand for WMS solutions – such as e-commerce fulfillment needs. However, there is one dynamic that became ubiquitous across market segments this year. I refer to this dynamic as demand for “WMS-plus.” — I have now completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the global warehouse management systems (WMS) market , and it is currently in editing.

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Increasing Service Part Market Revenue with Better Customer Service

Logility

Just think about the last time you brought your car to the service or asked a service for your dishwasher only to hear, that the part required to fix the problem was not available and had to be ordered from the central warehouse and it would take a few days. What did you think about that? These things happen and they are not so uncommon. The result is, of course, an unhappy customer and the likelihood that for the next incident, they will be looking for another service provider or third party.

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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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The Tipping Point and Business Case for Warehouse Robots

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: At the ProMat conference earlier this year, I delivered a presentation at the Locus Robotics booth titled “Warehouse Robots: What We’ve Learned So Far” based on research results from our Indago supply chain research community and other sources. Below are some excerpts from the presentation and research. You can download the Indago research.

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Garrett Brands Chooses ToolsGroup to Drive Digital Supply Chain Transformation

ToolsGroup

Garrett Brands implements AI-powered supply chain planning to bring its classic flavors to a growing customer base. BOSTON – August 10, 2023 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been selected by Garrett Brands LLC , LLC, dba Garrett Popcorn Shops and Frango Chocolate, to support its increasing growth while achieving its high standards for product freshness and customer satisfaction.

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Cardinal Health’s Perfect Implementation

Logistics Viewpoints

Cardinal Health’s senior vice president of global logistics, said of their implementation of the Kinaxis’ supply chain planning (SCP) solution, “I was scared! I put my name on the line.” He added, “we needed results in the first year.” Pete Bennett, and his co-presenter, Mary Byrne, the vice president of supply and demand planning, spoke during a presentation at Kinaxis’ user conference Kinexions.

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3 Trends Captivating Supply Chain Planning Leaders’ Attention

Logility

Disruptions are the norm in supply chain planning leaders. Customer demand and expectations are persistently evolving and increasing in complexity and risk, creating challenges and disruptions unlike anything businesses have encountered before. And the stakes are intensifying. Gartner research reveals that 60% of chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) are under pressure to make real-time decisions faster, more accurately, and consistently.

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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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Achieve Seamless Material Flow in Industrial Equipment with Material Synchronization

DELMIA Quintiq

Industrial equipment manufacturers today are operating in an increasingly complex and ever-evolving landscape. Pressures to address and adhere to global climate control measures and the demand for more personalized products are pushing companies. In this sector. they need to to swiftly transform their operations. Furthermore, the manufacturing workforce gap is a growing concern across all industries.

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ToolsGroup And River Logic Partner to Provide a Comprehensive Supply Chain Planning Solution

ToolsGroup

The partnership offers an end-to-end optimization solution that seamlessly integrates supply chain design, production planning, and probabilistic planning and execution. Boston and Dallas – August 8, 2023 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, announced a partnership today with River Logic , Inc, a global innovator in advanced analytics for planning and decision support, offering both a platform for custom solutions as well as network optim

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 08/04/2023-08/10/2023

All Things Supply Chain

GM blames supplier for EV production delay General Motors (GM) CEO Mary Barra disclosed that issues with an automation equipment supplier have caused unforeseen delays in the company’s electric vehicle…

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The Industry Shift Towards Cloud-based Digital Commerce Solutions

QAD

In recent years, the e-commerce industry has seen a significant shift towards cloud-based solutions. Cloud computing has enabled businesses to store and access their data and applications from anywhere, anytime, and on any device. This flexibility has provided businesses with a competitive edge, especially when it comes to e-commerce and marketing automation.

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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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Three Tips for Shortening Small Businesses’ Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

As nearshoring gathers momentum, SMBs have an opportunity to shorten their supply chains.

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Managing Inventory And Order Fulfilment For Your Online Store

IT Supply Chain

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post Managing Inventory And Order Fulfilment For Your Online Store appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The 10 Biggest Shipping Companies in the World

All Things Supply Chain

The global economy relies heavily on the shipping industry, the backbone of international trade. A seamless and efficient supply chain is vital for the movement of goods across continents.

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An Intelligent Alternative to WMS: Gaining Real-Time Inventory Visibility Without the Complexity

RFgen

In a fast-paced warehouse, the need for real-time information extends to every aspect of operations. Inventory management is no exception. Today’s digital supply chain makes manual inventory control obsolete. Technology solutions step in to help warehouses and production plants streamline materials management and reduce costs. When first implementing digital inventory technology, many organizations consider a warehouse management system (WMS).

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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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With Growth on the Horizon, Supply Chain Leaders Must Become Forward-Thinking

Supply Chain Brain

By identifying and laying down the groundwork for what the future supply chain leader looks like, executives will attract and retain top talent that will bring success.

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Foreign-Trade Zones: Q&A with FTZ Expert Greg Jones

QAD

Leveraging the US Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program offers many advantages. The United States Foreign-Trade Zones program was established in 1934 when Congress passed the US Foreign Trade Zones Act. The act allowed for the creation of “Foreign-Trade Zones” — that is, specifically designated, secure areas under the oversight of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) but outside US commerce.

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Join the Party Revolution: Embracing the Community of PartyFi’s PFI

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Join the Party Revolution: Embracing the Community of PartyFi’s PFI appeared first on IT Supply Chain.