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Warehouse Workers and Robots: Tackling 3 Key Concerns

Lucas

By Brandon Marsico, Lucas Systems As I explored in myrecent blog post about the prospect of robots replacing humans in warehouse work, the integration of robots into warehouses and distribution centers is transforming the way that goods are stored, retrieved, and shipped. But as warehouse workers become more accustomed to working alongside robots, they [.

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The Overturning of the Chevron Doctrine: Implications for the Supply Chain and Logistics Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

The Supreme Courts decision to overturn the Chevron Doctrine has sparked widespread discussion across industries, particularly in supply chain and logistics, where regulatory clarity is critical. While this landmark decision alters the balance of power between federal agencies, Congress, and the judiciary, it does not necessarily signal a retreat from regulatory progress.

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How Online Auto Auctions Reflect Remarkable Technological Progress

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post How Online Auto Auctions Reflect Remarkable Technological Progress appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Reimagining Transportation Procurement: Leveraging Data and Technology for Smarter Freight Decisions

Talking Logistics

In a survey we conducted in October 2020, 91% of our Indago supply chain research community members, who are all supply chain executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies, either Agreed or Strongly Agreed that the time had come to transform the traditional transportation procurement process. Yet, we all know that waste and inefficiencies still.

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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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The 2025 Managed Transportation Outlook

NFI

Reading Time: 3 minutes Guest Blog by: Jeff Kanterman, SVP of Transportation Management As we approach 2025, the North American transportation landscape promises a year of opportunities and challenges. Economic pressures will demand resilience and adaptability from shippers and 3PL providers. To navigate the year ahead, shippers will need to prioritize collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and operational flexibility.

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Maximize Your Brand’s Impact with Custom Canopy Tents: The Ultimate Outdoor Marketing Solution

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Maximize Your Brand’s Impact with Custom Canopy Tents: The Ultimate Outdoor Marketing Solution appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supplier guide to unlocking retail data in every department

crisp

Learn how to harness clean retail data across every team and system to improve decision-making and drive real business outcomes. Days at CPG companies are as varied as the products they create, the markets they serve, and the retailer partners they supply. Navigating a launch into big-box retail, a successful D2C brand is preparing inventory for its first shipments.

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The Five “Must Haves” for an Advanced Production Scheduling Solution 

BlueYonder

Todays large-scale manufacturing supply chains are more geographically distributed than ever. They produce more diverse, customized products than ever. Operating costs are skyrocketing. Material shortages are creating supply uncertainty. And manufacturers are facing unprecedented demand volatility. Creating predictable, stable, and profitable production plans under these conditions seems nearly impossible.

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The DSCSA Delays Myth Busters

Tecsys

With the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) enforcement deadline recently pushed forward (again), Authorized Trading Partners (ATP) in the pharmaceutical supply chain might be letting out a collective sigh of relief. While the immediate pressure to be fully compliant might be reduced, this relief is temporary. ATPs should keep moving forward by focusing on workflows, training, education, teams and standard operating procedures.

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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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The Supply Chain Problem $100 Million and Smart Executives Can’t Solve

Talking Logistics

Can $100 million and a team of smart people be enough to realize a future where global supply chains run as seamlessly as todays most intuitive consumer technologies, optimizing real-time decision-making through AI and machine learning? That is Augers vision, the company launched by Dave Clark, the former Amazon Worldwide Consumer CEO. Global supply chains.

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Trust and Transparency: The Power of Truckstop’s Network with Shawn Rasmor

The Logistics of Logistics

Shawn Rasmor and Joe Lynch discuss trust and transparency: the power of Truckstop’s network. Shawn is the Principal Product Manager at Truckstop , a trusted partner for carriers, brokers, and shippers, empowering the freight community through a platform of innovative solutions for the entire freight lifecycle to increase efficiency, automate processes, and accelerate growth.

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Christmas S&OP 2025: Santa & Opening Presents

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

A seasonal example of the many challenges and benefits of S&OP. A key feature of the Enchange Supply Chain House.

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Preparing to Run Supply Chains at the End of the Second Global Economy

Supply Chain Shaman

Global supply chains are built on three assumptions: rational government policy, availability of transportation resources, and low variability. The pandemic taught us many lessons that we are quickly forgetting. Compliance, sanctions, and tariffs loom. Supply chain leaders have little history to use as a guide to prepare. Before the pandemic, supply chain leaders experienced relatively free trade across borders in 2017.

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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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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 13, 2024)

Talking Logistics

I lied last Friday on Talking Logistics. I actually had one more outdoor bike ride to do. I flew down to Amelia Island, Florida to surprise my sister Janet Bucciero. She is a member of our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure Cycling team and was doing the Breakthrough T1D Ride last Saturday. I decided to. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 13, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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SnapFulfil Named Recipient of 2024 Top Software & Tech Award

SnapFulfil

SnapFulfil, the leading warehouse management system (WMS) from Synergy Logistics, has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2024 Top Software & Tech Award by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. This award recognizes SnapFulfil's groundbreaking contributions in the WMS/TMS Software category, spotlighting software and technology solutions designed to revolutionize the supply chain industry through automation, efficiency, and enhanced visibility.

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Challenges, Mergers and Gamechangers: Blue Yonder Talks Transformation at TFEST24

BlueYonder

More than 500 supply chain leaders converged in Berlin between 11 – 13 November to learn how to unlock the full potential of their supply chains, and to ultimately reshape the future of their businesses. They did so at TFEST24, uniting under the theme for this years event: The Destination for Supply Chain Transformation. Many virtual attendees were also present, with representatives from across logistics, procurement, manufacturing, IT and sustainability not only learning from the esteemed

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Beyond Barcodes: How RFID is Redefining Supply Chain Management

AB&R

American Barcode & RFID (AB&R) has successfully navigated the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management. We can help you stay ahead of the curve. As businesses grapple with increasingly complex logistics challenges, a powerful technology has emerged as the linchpin of supply chain management: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). While barcodes have long been the standard for inventory tracking, RFID is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, offering a level of visibi

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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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Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode 27- What to Anticipate Leadership and Workforce Reskilling Needs in 2025

Supply Chain Matters

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the availability of our latest recorded podcast- What Supply Chain Leaders Should Anticipate in Leadership and Workforce Reskilling Needs in 2025. Podcast Overview This episode is a prelude to our annual 2025 predictions Research Advisory that will publish in January. Our invited guest is Rodney Apple, the Founder and Managing Partner of SCM Talent Group.

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Understanding LTL General Rate Increases

Freight Plus

As 2024 comes to a close, LTL shippers are preparing for the General Rate Increases (GRI) that carriers will implement in early 2025. These annual rate adjustments are essential for carriers to keep pace with rising costs, including labor, fuel, equipment, and regulatory compliance. Understanding and planning for these GRIs is crucial for maintaining competitive supply chains in the coming year.

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JAGGAER Advances Procurement’s Biggest Priorities and Business Impact with More AI-Driven Features and Hyper-Automation

Jaggaer

JAGGAER One 24.3 enables procurement, finance and supply chain to collectively boost cost savings, make better decisions, and accelerate digital innovation RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC – JAGGAER , a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today announces the 24.3 version of its JAGGAER One platform. This latest release expands ten years of AI-enabled solution capabilities and enhancements that gives users the ability to work faster and easily leverage strategic insight

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The Importance of Nudge Theory in Email Security

IT Supply Chain

By Robin Bell (pictured) CISO, Egress The post The Importance of Nudge Theory in Email Security appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Report Indicating Logility Software Exploring Sale

Supply Chain Matters

Yesterday, a published report by Reuters , citing people familiar with the matter, indicated that supply chain planning technology provider Logility Supply Chain Solutions is exploring a potential sale. This report clarifies that the deliberations are at an early stage and the sources cautioned that no deal is guaranteed. The report additionally points out that this provider is working with investment bank Lazard to gauge takeover interest from potential buyers, which include private equity-ba

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SnapFulfil Recognized in Nucleus Research's 2024 WMS Technology Value Matrix

SnapFulfil

SnapFulfil, the cutting-edge warehouse management system by Synergy Logistics, has been named an Accelerator in Nucleus Researchs 2024 WMS Technology Value Matrix. This recognition underscores SnapFulfils innovative approach to warehouse management, featuring advanced usability and functionality designed to meet the evolving demands of modern supply chains.

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Ten Ideas for Freight Cost Reduction in Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

As freight transportation costs continue to rise year-on-year, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers and any other organisations that are part of a supply chain must think smarter about pushing down the cost of moving goods from A to B. Every shippers challenge in freight cost reduction is likely to be unique, but the following ten ideas might provide some inspiration when youre seeking ways to move more for less. 1.

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3PLs – Why are online sellers using Third-Party Logistics services?

IT Supply Chain

By Chris Gates (pictured) Senior Product Manager, Linnworks The post 3PLs – Why are online sellers using Third-Party Logistics services? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Getting Started with Warehouse Automation Technology

RFgen

Warehouse automation technology is a fundamental shift in how businesses handle inventory and fulfillment. But what does it actually mean for your operation? And how can you implement it effectively? Often, the best place to start is with mobile solutions. Mobile automation offers a powerful entry point, providing immediate benefits without requiring a complete overhaul of existing infrastructure.

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5 Strategies to Minimize Supply Chain Disruptions

All Things Supply Chain

Resilience in supply chain management is essential for keeping businesses steady amid global disruptions like natural disasters, geopolitical shifts and economic shocks.

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Update on the Ransomware Attack That Impacted Blue Yonder Applications

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides our readers an update on the ransomware incident involving Blue Yonder software applications that reportedly caused the disruption of operations for a number of U.S. and global based manufacturers and retailers. Latest Update Since this incident occurred, Blue Yonder has reportedly been working directly with impacted customers and with external cybersecurity firms, to both restore applications and data along with strengthening the security of the software providers