The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 27, 2022

Joe Lynch and Steve Elwell discuss 3 emerging supply chain trends. Steve helps businesses manage challenges through improvements to leadership, liquidity, sales, and costs. About Steve Elwell. Steve Elwell is the Founder of iDev Partners , which is a business consultancy focused on turnaround, growth, and Improvement. Steve brings a strategic and practical approach to the challenges of leadership and business profitability.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2022

In recent years, sustainability has increasingly become a top priority for many organizations. The UN Climate Change Conference UK 2021 (COP26) resulted in another wave of agreements and net zero commitments. Many businesses, governments, and consumers are now acutely aware of the importance of taking action to prevent climate change. One of the UK’s net zero pledges requires listed UK businesses to release public plans for reaching climate change targets by 2023.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics. These core assumptions are no longer true. Over the last three years, these three fundamental assumptions unraveled: they are no longer valid. The impact varies by supply chain sector and value chain. Concurrent macro forces–material shortages, war, shifts in consumer buying patterns, logistics constraints, inflation/recession, and climate ch

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2022

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly. A few ways companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint is to take a deeper look at product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling prog

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Logility

JUNE 28, 2022

With Starboard’s Digital Twin Technology, Logility Clients Can Better Answer “What if” Scenarios and Optimize Supply Chain Networks to Overcome Disruptions and Drive Growth. ATLANTA (June 28, 2022) – Logility, Inc., a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Starboard Solutions Corp., a Traverse City, Michigan based innovator of supply chain network design software.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2022

If a blog post gets published on a Friday leading into a long holiday weekend, will anyone read it? I’m guessing many people are taking today off, so I’ll keep this short and sweet. Here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. Port Labor Talks Enter New, High-Stakes Phase With. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 1, 2022).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2022

We’ve only just entered the second half of the year and people haven’t even taken their summer vacations yet, so why are we talking about holiday supply chains now? Last year, retailers started encouraging holiday shoppers to shop early. As a result, the holiday season got front loaded sometime in September. Given the challenges we’ve had since, I’m gearing up for my holiday shopping to start in July.

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Logility

JUNE 30, 2022

Use a two-pronged approach that couples new recruitment approaches with technology to provide transparent operational insight. Key Takeaways : Supply chain disruptions and labor shortages provide separate yet connected challenges Labor shortages are a global problem – contraction has already happened in Germany, Poland, Russia, and Japan and is expected to quicken From the top floor to the shop floor, workers are quitting their jobs at a rapid rate Supply chain executives must look at new source

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Arkieva

JUNE 28, 2022

The next recession is at our doorsteps. Let’s discuss what we can do to rise to the latest challenge. Which Came First: Supply Chain Woes or the Recession? was first posted on June 28, 2022 at 7:43 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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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.

Supply Chain Strategy

ToolsGroup

JUNE 27, 2022

Vertical integration is like getting bangs. Some people can really pull them off. Some people can’t. In this article, we’ll break down what vertical integration is, its benefits and disadvantages, its application in supply chain, and the factors to consider when deciding whether it’s the correct strategy for your company. Here’s what we’ll cover: What is Vertical Integration?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2022

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 Alfred Hille at Descartes, and looks at supply chain resilience during waves of disruption. In today’s world where major global trade disruptions are more the norm than the exception, organizations are increasingly understanding that they have to assess their international business strategy at least on an annual

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Logility

JUNE 28, 2022

Look deeper than ever before. Reduce risk. Increase profits. Make your customers happier. Key Takeaways: Supply chain visibility offers the means to manage your supply chain efficiently as well as help you meet ESG and corporate responsibility goals The transparency gained through complete supply chain visibility increases supply chain efficiency, increases profit margins, and strengthens customer and supplier relationships End-to-end supply chain visibility allows you to massage and control eve

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Enterra Insights

JULY 1, 2022

Lockdowns, lockouts, and labor shortages have all played a role in motivating business leaders to look more closely at automation, digitalization, and artificial intelligence (AI). Julian Dunn ( @julian_dunn ), Senior Director of Product Marketing at GitHub, reports, “ McKinsey & Company found that, as a result of the pandemic, companies have accelerated the digitization of their internal operations by three to four years and the share of digital or digitally enabled products in their

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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 Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

A Moment of Change – Making the Case for Visibility in Trucking. Opinion Editorial by Wolfgang Lehmacher , Anchor Group, and Mikael Lind , Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) and Chalmers University of Technology. Supply chain disruptions have become the daily business of supply chain professionals all over the globe. Many experts and practitioners believe that higher levels of visibility would help to manage or even resolve the current bottlenecks causing congestions and delays, logistics cost

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JUNE 30, 2022

Supply chain complexities are increasing. Shifting customer demands & habits, expanding business, and rising cost pressures are the key drivers for restructuring needs of your distribution networks.

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ivalua

JUNE 27, 2022

With new accelerated payment capabilities, users can more readily capture supplier discounts, support growth, and strengthen the supply chain. . It Pays to Partner! Read our FAQ to get acquainted with our newest C2FO Partner collaboration! Why is this new C2FO partnership important? Ivalua: The C2FO partnership offers expansive growth and liquidity opportunities to our customers.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 30, 2022

As supply chains continue to garner negative headlines — thanks to snarled transportation systems, closed factories, and product shortages — supply chain professionals are facing a future in which severe weather will continue to give them headaches. The Resilinc Editorial Team observes, “Climate change and the extreme weather events it causes are becoming larger concerns for supply chain managers, their C-suite bosses, corporate boards, and major investors.”[1] To learn how much of a

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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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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

As part of LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2022, we had the opportunity to chat with Vittorio Favati, Chief Executive Officer – TVS Supply Chain Solutions GFS. In this exclusive interview, Vittorio shared interesting perspectives and highlights of an global career that has spanned many decades. He also went on to share what he sees as the five key changes making a global impact to supply chains today and gave advice for those working in or considering a career in our industry.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 26, 2022

Talking Logistics series where we highlight companies that are leading the way in driving continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain visibility. In this episode, Rollo Begley, Global Operations Manager at GEODIS, discusses how GEODIS is using technology from Tive to achieve its supply chain visibility objectives. Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] Profiles In Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence: GEODIS & Tive appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian

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CHAINalytics

JUNE 28, 2022

Supply chain transformation is on everyone’s radar right now, and with good reason. Now is a great time to examine the hub and spoke supply chain network model. It’s an intuitive approach to a transformation program, and one ideally suited to multinational organizations looking to enhance efficiency and resilience across far-flung locations. A supply chain … The post Supply Chain Transformation Methodology for Complex Multinational Organizations appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2022

Have you ever wondered how a particular subject gets a “national day”? As you might have guessed, it’s primarily a marketing gimmick supported by the website National Day Calendar. As the website notes, “National Day Calendar is the premier destination for brands, nonprofits, and corporations to register an official National Day that aligns with their product or service.” Saying that something is “official” gives it a gravitas that it might not otherwise

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

Optimising Supply Chain Management in Industry 4.0. Feature Article by Byron Hall – Product Manager – EDI/MFT, Boomi | Member Board Of Directors, X12. Supply Chain management has undergone transformation since industry 4.0 began in 2011. Not all businesses were on board with implementation of smart technologies in supply chain processes, as some businesses found it challenging to embrace Industry 4.0 due to internal and external factors.

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IT Supply Chain

JUNE 30, 2022

By Allen Brown (pictured). Content Writer. The post What is Kubernetes & Why You Should Use It appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 26, 2022

In a transportation and logistics context, location intelligence refers to technologies that aggregate supply chain data and apply machine learning to provide insights into the whereabouts and movements of assets, products and human resources.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

“So far, our application of universal transfer devices has been rather smooth. It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 because there will be a great force of technical specialists to operate and maintain the machines. We’ve moved slowly in this area.”. — Paul F. Guy, Ford Motor Company’s director of manufacturing, engineering, and systems, discussing the application of robotics into its business.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

Get Green – Our Future Workforce Demands Action. by Tim Foote , Founder of Susymbio. This month’s main focus of LogiSYM Magazine is rightly concentrating on the workforce of the future. Many of the children today will be the leaders of tomorrow and thankfully their access to logistics and transportation (L&T) education is abundant. In late 1980’s USA, when I started University, relatively few schools had degrees concentrated on L&T.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2022

By John Michael (pictured). CEO, iStorage. The post ‘Limitations of liability’ – Who is ultimately liable for your data in the cloud? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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All Things Supply Chain

JUNE 29, 2022

A responsible supply chain is one that takes into account all of the social and environmental impacts throughout every step of the supply network.

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