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11 Ways Tech Will Change Logistics in 2017

Freightos

11 Ways Tech Will Change Logistics in 2017. By Zvi Schreiber, CEO of Freightos. In 2016, LEGO and Old Navy chose supply chain professionals to lead their organizations. There are precedents for tapping supply chain professionals as CEOs, such as Apple choosing Tim Cook after Steve Jobs. This year, supply chains reached Silicon Valley (and not just in the form of logistics startups ).

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7 Use Cases for Hyperledger in Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

Hyperledger. Blockchain. New concepts? Yes. Get used to it. They are here to stay. I think defining the future of Supply Chain technology means that we, as supply chain leaders, need to take a hard left. We are moving at a steady pace down a road that is well-known and safe, but is not sufficient. What do I mean? Let me explain. Today’s supply chains use closed and proprietary technologies.

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Internet of Things Devices: It’s Time to Let Our Devices Grow

Kinaxis

by Alvaro Fernandez Lately, tales of how the Internet of Things (IoT) have become a common staple of tech conversations. IoT devices have the potential to produce humongous volumes of data (a reason we usually hear Big Data and IoT in many presentations). We like to picture zillions of sensors generating gazillions of bytes, while the CIOs are tasked to find ways to handle the impending data tsunami.

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[Infographic] The State of Supply Chains: The Supply Chain Has Gone Digital

GlobalTranz

We are continuing what will become a tradition of re-evaluating the progress of supply chains throughout the year in relation to our predictions, as explained by this blog post. Let’s look at how supply chains kept up with expectations and where they fell short, if at all. Supply Chains Went Digital. 2016 marched onward with a drive to improve the use of digital technology throughout the supply chain.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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.

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Key Logistics and Supply Chain Shows to Attend in 2017

Logistics Viewpoints

It is time to start thinking about the supply chain shows you will be attending in 2017. Here is a list of the key supply chain events of 2017.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Resolutions for 2017: 4 Things to STOP Doing This Year

Talking Logistics

Three years ago, I wrote a popular post highlighting “ 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Supply Chain and Logistics Executives.” The same resolutions still apply today, so I encourage you to re-read the post in case you forgot them or ignored the advice the first time around. Today, I’m adding to the list of resolutions, but instead of focusing on things you should do this year, I’m focusing on 4 things you should stop doing in 2017.

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The State of Supply Chain Trends Part II: AI, Procurement, & the New Lean

GlobalTranz

Understanding how different factors affect the supply chain remains a top priority for research firms around the globe. This unwavering drive represents the continued interest in advancing today’s capabilities with state-of-the-art technology and adaptability. From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why.

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Live Webcast – Concurrency: The New Era of Supply Chain Planning

Kinaxis

by Melissa Clow We’re exciting to let you know of the upcoming webcast with SCM World’s chief content officer, Kevin O’Marah. In this not-to-be missed webcast, hear O’Marah’s predictions, insights and best practices for bringing concurrent planning to your supply chain operations. Event Details: This live webinar takes place on Tuesday, January 24, 2017, 1 – 2:00 p.m.

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Air Freight Explained: Calculating Costs and Price Trends

Freightos

International Air Freight Shipping: Definition. Air cargo is used by global importers and exporters when they need to get goods somewhere rapidly and reliably. While 90% of everything is shipped by ocean, air connects the world faster, cutting China-US freight shipping time from 20-30 days by ocean to only 3 days by air cargo. International air freight and express freight shipments are not the same thing.

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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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FMCG Planning: If you like chocolate, now is the time!

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Overeaten chocolate during the holidays but still want some more? Get yourself and a large blue IKEA bag down to your local supermarket as chocolate is heavily discounted. Easter is not far away this year so why not save a little cash and stock up now - use by dates permitting, of course!

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[e-Book] The Current State of Manufacturing to Better Manage Logistics & Supply Chain Operations

GlobalTranz

Download "The Current State of Manufacturing to Better Manage Logistics & Supply Chain Operations" E-Book. Fill out the form below. Every new year we write about the most important trends to pay attention to for the year on our blog. In 2016 we focused on our main areas of writing: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management.

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Frequency of “Supply Chain” in Books

SCM Research

The following Google Ngram Viewer graph shows the frequency of the terms “supply chain”, “logistics” and “procurement” in books published between 1975 and 2008. It turns out that the use of the term “supply chain” accelerated in the late 1990s and took over “logistics” in 2007. We can only speculate about the current use, as Google’s database ends in 2008.

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Best Practices in Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM)

The Network Effect

by Matt Kunkel, co-founder LogicGate It’s not something we like to think about, but supply chain disruption and disasters are. The post Best Practices in Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) appeared first on The Network Effect.

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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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Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Path to Purchase

Enterra Insights

Over a dozen years ago, Steven Spielberg’s movie Minority Report introduced viewers to a future in which marketing and advertising is … Continued. The post Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Path to Purchase appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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The State of Supply Chain Trends Part III: Circular Supply Chains, Collaboration, and Risk

GlobalTranz

Supply chains have traditionally followed a linear path, manufacturing products and sending them through warehouses and distribution centers to consumers. However, the age of the internet and omnichannel sales has created vast opportunities to change how the supply chain functions, creating more cohesive, collaborative, and circular supply chains. The predictions for 2016 hinted at these trends, but recent reports suggest the need to alter the common perception of a functioning supply chain is g

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A New Year Resolution for Supply Chain Planners: Stop Firefighting

Arkieva

2017 Supply chain productivity and prioritization tips for supply chain planners. Every morning, a supply chain planner must make this decision; “what should I work on today?” In a supply chain of any reasonable complexity, this question can easily be answered with the corresponding fire of the day. On any given day, a supply chain is going to have many moving parts, and just by the law of averages, some part will be in a breakdown mode.

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Why Mindset Matters for S&OP

Supply Chain Trend

In an extensive review of S&OP literature, Tuomikangas & Kaipia* suggest S&OP culture and leadership as one of six S&OP mechanisms to improve S&OP performance. According to them, this includes ‘ the organizational mindset and practices that facilitate and advance formal planning.’. Mental Toughness has been called ‘the mindset of the winner’ by Jim Loehr, a sport psychologist who first coined the term Mental Toughness.

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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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How Compliance Can Help With Supplier Relationship Management

All Things Supply Chain

Frustration, insufficient information, and a lack of co-operation can ultimately lead to an unnecessary supply chain crisis – putting your brand reputation at risk.

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eCommerce: The New Frontier for Manufacturers

ModusLink Corporation

My colleagues and I will soon be headed to Frankfurt, Germany to attend eCommerce for Manufacturers: Online B2B & B2B2C Practices on behalf of ModusLink, and I’ve been asked to present on how strengthening online customer relationships optimizes supply chain management. My session, “B2B & B2C eCommerce: Optimal Supply Chain Management Starts with the Online Customer,” […].

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What’s Next For Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles?

Elementum

It is undeniable; Tesla Motors has demonstrated that there is rising and profitable consumer demand for battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs), and the company’s sustained success with designer electric cars has spurred investments into the industry. In fact, 2016 saw a flurry of traditional automakers across the globe stepping into the battery-powered EV market, particularly industry giants such as General Motors, Nissan, Renault, BMW and Volkswagen.

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2017 Industry Outlook: Non-Asset Transportation

NFI Industries

Guest Post: David Broering, Senior Vice President – Integrated Solutions With the many regulations swirling around the trucking industry as of late, 2017 looks to be a year when several of them could converge with a couple of other market related headwinds to create a much tighter supply of capacity by Q4. In taking a. Read More.

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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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10 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Manufacturing Location

Material Handling & Logistics

Verifying an adequate short- and long-term labor force is one of the most significant factors for today’s site location projects; in the future, the importance of qualified labor will continue to increase. read more.

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Experience PLM at MSCE 2017

Oracle SCM

Hi everyone! As the PLM product marketing director at Oracle, I wanted to extend a warm welcome to all my Agile PLM friends to our annual PLM conference at the Modern Supply Chain Experience, Feb 13-15, 2017, in San Jose, California ! And to make that welcome even warmer, here's our best promo code, available now through Jan 31 :). Register online to save $700 from on-site fee with Promo Code NEWYEAR17.

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Creating a Sourcing and Procurement Process Plan

Arkieva

What are the key elements of a sourcing and procurement process plan? Strategic sourcing is a fact based and systematic approach that organizations use to optimize the management of their supply chain. The approach focuses on improvement of the overall value proposition. This means that it does not entirely look at cost but on ensuring that the right services and materials are available to the organization when needed and in quantity required at the best possible value.

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Navigating the Reverse Supply Chain for Connected Devices

CHAINalytics

By Irv Grossman and James Kilkelly | January 12, 2017 | SupplyChain Management Review The Internet of Things will change the way supply chains manage the lifecycle of products, as a slew of new connected devices come to market. The cell phone industry offers a model for how to handle connected products that are chock … The post Navigating the Reverse Supply Chain for Connected Devices appeared first on Chainalytics.

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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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2016: The Supply Chain Year in Review

Material Handling & Logistics

A month-by-month look back at a remarkable year and some of the most impactful stories affecting the nation's supply chains. read more.

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How Pharma giant Johnson & Johnson engages suppliers to deliver on 2020 goals (Webinar recap)

EcoVadis

The Citizenship & Sustainability 2020 program, announced earlier this year by Johnson & Johnson (J&J), radically expands the scope of their commitment to sustainability, as well as the expanding role their sustainable procurement program plays in creating value. In a recent webcast we heard from John Ruebush, Director of Sustainable Procurement at J&J, in a session entitled “Driving Supplier Performance in CSR to Reduce Risk and Boost Innovation.” Ruebush describes so

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Rethink Your Packaging Supplies: 3 Everyday Personalization Ideas

AFFLINK

When Coca-Cola originally launched its “Share a Coke” campaign in 2013, the soft drink giant saw a huge boost in its already impressive sales. Who knew popular names like John, Jennifer, and Rob on cans would generate such a mad dash to corner stores! The initiative delighted consumers around the world, and in fact saw so much success that the company decided to bring it back the following summer.