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Supply Chain Shaman

During the 1980s, I was on a management team for a large manufacturer. My job was redesigning work to improve effectiveness. The plant was 24 acres under one roof. The concept was a factory with many factories in a common facility. The Company was attempting to gain economies of scale by grouping manufacturing technologies within a common infrastructure to reap the benefits of a co-generation facility, a centralized warehouse, and a talented administrative team.

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Supply Chain Squeeze: How Automakers Can Beat the Battery Bottleneck

Supply Chain Brain

The predicted surge in electric vehicle demand carries the potential to exacerbate sourcing challenges for key battery minerals, potentially disrupting automotive manufacturing.

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6 Reasons for Upgrading Your Supply Chain Planning Software to the Cloud

John Galt

Explore the reasons why upgrading supply chain planning to the cloud is crucial for success, accelerating value across key areas of supply chain strategies.

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Dispelling Untruths: 10 Generative AI Myths

Logility

Leveraging AI for Faster, Strategic Decision Making There is a lot of information out there around generative AI, and it’s difficult to separate fact from fiction. As a member of Logility’s research and development team with a specialization in generative AI, I have a front row seat to witness the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence technology.

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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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Time for Chief Supply Chain Officers to Get Serious About Third-Party Risks

Supply Chain Brain

Geopolitical risks are disrupting global supply chains and compelling business leaders to take third-party risk management more seriously.

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Biden Admin Supply Chain Initiative Starts Sharing Critical Data With Freight Hubs

Supply Chain Brain

The Biden Administration's FLOW initiative was first launched in March of 2022 as a response to supply chain disruptions brought on by the pandemic.

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AI’s Impact on Supply Chain Resilience: A Conversation with Resilinc’s CTO

Resilinc

How will AI impact the future of supply chain? We turned to Resilinc’s Chief Technology Officer, Mark Vo, to find out. Resilinc has always been a technology-forward company since its inception in 2010. As we move into 2024, technology is now more critical than ever in the world of supply chain risk management and in the business world. With AI becoming more accessible and in demand, everyone is wondering how AI will change how we do business.

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Contactless payment disruption – contingency planning is vital

IT Supply Chain

By Alan Stephenson-Brown (pictured) CEO at Evolve The post Contactless payment disruption – contingency planning is vital appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

There are various use cases of AI/ML for demand planning of fresh products, from producers to large grocery chains and even small delis in the suburbs. In this blog, we'll discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste. The post Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers appeared first on Solvoyo.

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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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Navigating the Waves: Exploring Digital Booking in Ocean Logistics at TPM 2024

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Navigating the Waves: Exploring Digital Booking in Ocean Logistics at TPM 2024 Judah Levine The sessions at this year’s TPM, the preeminent North American ocean freight conference, was more focused on the role of technology in ocean logistics than ever.

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It’s Long Overdue: Time to Bridge the Link Between Planning and Execution

Logistics Viewpoints

As an industry, linking supply chain planning and execution has been discussed for decades. Why, in 2024 are we still talking about it and what can be done to move in the right direction? The ability to unify key processes is closely tied to making timely, informed decisions – and the speed and quality of decision-making are crucial factors that significantly impact overall company performance.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 22, 2024)

Talking Logistics

“For all of you Stanford students, I wish upon you ample doses of pain and suffering.” Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s CEO, offered that wish to students at his alma mater last week. “Greatness is not intelligence,” Huang said. “Greatness comes from character. And character isn’t formed out of smart people, it’s formed out of people who. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 22, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Taming the Supply Chain Beast: Tech Solutions for Smoother Operations with Kendra Phillips

The Logistics of Logistics

Kendra Phillips and Joe Lynch discuss taming the supply chain beast. Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a Fortune 500 Transportation and Logistics company. About Kendra Phillips Kendra Phillips is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc, a Fortune 500 Transportation and Logistics company.

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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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National Ag Day 2024

Enterra Insights

Although much attention is given to the fact that we live in a technological, industrial world, agriculture remains a critical economic sector. It is a sector that copes with persistent tension between growers and consumers (i.e., growers want to earn as much as possible from their labors and consumers want to keep food prices low). Adding complexity to this conundrum is the fact that success often relies on factors outside of the agricultural community’s control, like weather, and, when g

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Siemens EcoTech: Driving Sustainable Transformation of Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

Aside from creating products that have sustainable benefits, Siemens has increased the value of their offerings by focusing on the traceability and data verification of their products. Companies across the globe are being placed under pressure to keep an accurate record of emissions data across their entire supply chain, due to regulations requiring annual reporting.

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Navigating AS9100: Achieving Product Excellence in Aerospace and Defense

Arena Solutions

In aerospace and defense (A&D) there’s little room for error. Whether it’s an aircraft that’s used to execute a critical mission or a defense system that’s deployed in combat—precision, reliability, and safety are paramount. Today’s A&D products are more sophisticated than ever, incorporating intricate electronics, materials, and digitized systems.

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Three Key Takeaways from MODEX 2024

BlueYonder

Material handling and supply chain industry professionals converge at a few marquee shows across the world. MODEX is one of those events and it took place last week in Atlanta. I have been going to MODEX since 2004 when it was called NAMH (held in Cleveland) and have made an incredible number of connections, some of which have become lifelong clients and friends.

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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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AI Takes Center Stage on List of 2024's Top Supply Chain Tech Trends

Supply Chain Brain

AI plays a prominent role in at least four of the eight supply chain tech trends highlighted by research firm Gartner.

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Editor’s Choice: 4 Factors to Determine if Self-Distribution is a Viable Alternative for your Health System

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Scott Mullins, EVP of Operations and COO at Lucas Systems, and looks at self-distribution in healthcare systems. Self-distribution is an increasingly popular option for healthcare systems to consider when deciding how to manage their supply chain.

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4 Tips for Managing Commercial Real Estate Properties

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post 4 Tips for Managing Commercial Real Estate Properties appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Donating a Kidney Brought One Blue Yonder Associate Closer to Her Dad

BlueYonder

In honor of National Kidney Month in March, Blue Yonder associate Tisha Bailey shares her personal connection to the cause, and why spreading awareness about kidney health and organ donation is so important to her. What is your connection to the cause? The cause has always been important to me because my family has a history of polycystic kidney disease.

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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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The Impact of Electric Trucks in the European Supply Chain

All Things Supply Chain

Ever since the horse and cart was replaced by its motorised successor, the humble diesel truck has evolved each year to become an increasingly efficient machine, capable of carrying heavier…

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The Proper Use of Emergencies in Production Workshops

Demand Driven Technologies

In a production workshop, with a supplier, in transport, there are …brrr, it’s a bit scary… yes, yes… supply chain EMERGENCIES. In my career, I’ve seen all kinds: red, bright red, dark red, and even black. At a car parts manufacturer I once worked for, you were never to raise your hand if the boss came.

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Harnessing the value of data with data monetisation

IT Supply Chain

By Alasdair Anderson (pictured) VP, Protegrity The post Harnessing the value of data with data monetisation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Why Retailers Need To Become Omni-Channel Jedis — and How To Do It

BlueYonder

Here are two facts you can’t ignore if you’re in retail: Fact #1: The top 10% of retailers now control 70% of the market — and their share keeps growing. Fact #2: Those industry giants are getting more advanced, leaving competitors further behind. As the Harvard Business Review puts it, “Even as Walmart, Amazon, and a few other leading retailers operate at the leading edge of the analytics frontier, . . . most of their competitors still use very basic tools that are far better able at tracking w

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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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Watch: A Look at Manifest 2024 - and Beyond

Supply Chain Brain

Pam Simon, conference chair and executive vice president of programming for Manifest 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, sums up the themes of the show, offers a peak at next year's event, and discusses Manifest's newly announced partnership with SupplyChainBrain's Global Supply Chain Marketing Summit.

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Unlocking Insights with Life Cycle Inventory Analysis

SCMDOJO

In today’s increasingly eco-conscious world, understanding the environmental impact of our actions is paramount. This is where the Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) comes into play. A comprehensive analysis of the energy and material inputs, outputs, and environmental impacts associated with a product’s life cycle, LCI helps us unlock valuable insights into sustainable practices.

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The Intersection of Personal Injury Law and Emerging Technology-Related Injuries

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Intersection of Personal Injury Law and Emerging Technology-Related Injuries appeared first on IT Supply Chain.