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Top Supply Chain Fails and what we can learn from them

All Things Supply Chain

Supply chains can be very complex and sometimes it doesn’t take much for them to go wrong.

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Supply Chain Visibility: A Product or Feature?

Talking Logistics

Is supply chain visibility a product or feature? I’ve been debating that question for some time, most recently in a Talking Logistics episode (stay tuned for highlights). Supply Chain Visibility solutions have been around for a long time. Early versions from the late 90s/early 2000s generally failed because they were missing a critical component: a.

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3 Ways Technology Can Enable Retailers to Enhance Deliveries in 2022

Logistics Viewpoints

As more consumers flock to e-commerce, purchasing big & bulky goods such as furniture, appliances, and wholesale electronics online is becoming more common. A Statista study found that in 2020, the furniture and appliance e-commerce global market volume was $383.2B. Larger types of retail goods such as furniture and appliances, also known as oversized, are more challenging to ship than small packages.

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Uh-Oh! Insights On How P&G Failed And What This Means For You

Supply Chain Shaman

Supply chain excellence is easier to say than to explain. Business leaders are action-oriented and competitive. Executive teams strive to drive improvement in supply chain results; yet, sadly, only four percent of public companies succeed. The reason? After two decades of study, I think because it is a lack of understanding. In this area of research, I find that companies are like dogs chasing cars.

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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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Strategies for Managing Stress in the Workplace: Advice From 30 Experts Across the Globe

ToolsGroup

Workplace stress is nothing new. Perhaps Tina Fey put it best in her wonderfully witty way, saying “I was a little excited but mostly blorft. ‘Blorft’ is an adjective I just made up that means ‘Completely overwhelmed but proceeding as if everything is fine and reacting to the stress with the torpor of a possum.’ I have been blorft every day for the past seven years.”.

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Warehouse Management Systems (WMS): Growth Accelerated in 2021

Logistics Viewpoints

I just completed the data gathering process for ARC’s global Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market research study. Although I have not yet completed the market forecast, I certainly have a good feel for what the WMS market experienced in 2021. As expected , WMS solution providers (in aggregate) experienced accelerated growth. This above-trend growth is primarily a result of the longer-term factors influencing the markets’ growth, supplemented by a surge in pent-up demand from COVID-19 relate

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Supply Chain Lessons From NW Arkansas with Donnie Williams

The Logistics of Logistics

Supply Chain Lessons From NW Arkansas with Donnie Williams. Donnie Williams and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain lessons from NW Arkansas. Donnie is an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management and the Executive Director of the Supply Chain Management Research Center in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. About Donnie Williams.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 29, 2022)

Talking Logistics

If Elon Musk would like to make a “best and final offer” for Talking Logistics, I’m sure that our board members (Me, Myself, and I) would seriously consider it. No poison pill or anything like that. Just saying. With everything else going on in the world today (war, refugees, hunger, inflation, Covid, and so on), Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 29, 2022).

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Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience. by Martin You – Sales Director for Asia Pacific at E2open. Every industry sector and every business across the board, in APAC and around the globe have been impacted by the Great Supply Chain Disruption over the last two years, causing a blow out of transportation costs and continuous delays at every stage of the channel.

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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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Supply Chain Compliance is About to Get a Whole Lot Tougher

Logistics Viewpoints

Abigail Myers-Antiaye – the principal product compliance manager at Coupa. In January 2023, the Germany Supply Chain Due Diligence Act will come into effect, requiring businesses to monitor supply chains for human rights violations and compliance with environmental standards. There has been supply chain legislation before whose goal was focused on making sure various aspects of ESG (Environmental, Social, & Governance) performance were enforced by companies.

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Protect Your Organization from Supply Constraints with Complete Supply Chain Visibility 

Logility

Visibility across the entire length and breadth of your supply chain is required to predict and overcome supply chain constraints. Key Takeaways. Risks must be mitigated, and supply constraints identified with a proactive approach The only way to predict current and future constraints is through complete visibility throughout your supply chain Supply chain visibility means more than looking at your top tier – it’s quite likely that disruptions will manifest in the lower levels of your supply cha

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How to Make Artificial Intelligence Work in Your Supply Chain

The Network Effect

The post How to Make Artificial Intelligence Work in Your Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.

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The Role of Digitisation and Analytics in Supply Chain Resilience

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Role of Digitisation and Analytics in Supply Chain Resilience. by Dr Shereen Nassar – Global Director of Logistics Studies and Supply Chain Management Programmes Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Although the need to have cost effective and reliable supply chains has been exacerbated by the pandemic and continuous disruption, it has long been underway.

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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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This Week in Logistics News (April 23 – 29)

Logistics Viewpoints

Have you ever had one of those mornings where you’re a little groggy and you accidentally pour orange juice into your cereal instead of milk? Cereal ruined, right? Well, maybe not. Even the orange juice specialists at Tropicana admit that OJ might not be the ideal choice for mixing with cereal, but in honor of National Orange Juice Day on May 4, the brand is planning to rectify this situation.

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Freight Truck Shortages Are Changing The Face Of Logistics

The Logistics of Logistics

Freight Truck Shortages Are Changing The Face Of Logistics. Original article: Freight Truck Shortages Are Changing The Face Of Logistics. Michelle Sodomka, a Senior Director at Open Sky Group. TuSimple Holdings (NASDAQ: TSP) – in its most recent call with financial analysts – reaffirmed that they expect to have fully autonomous trucks on the road in 2024.

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Supply Chain Management in Apparel Industry

SCMDOJO

Managing the flow of goods within the apparel industry requires an extensive and well-established supply chain network. Since this particular industry is insanely fast-paced, any problem within the supply chain can lead to a loss of sales for the business. Supply chain management can really be a deal-breaker for an apparel business. The management of resources in the hands of a business is no small deal.

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The Green Corridor – My Visit to Energy Observer – A Tour into the Future of Ocean Travel

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Green Corridor – My Visit to Energy Observer – A Tour into the Future of Ocean Travel. by Tim Foote, Founder of Susymbio. Last month, I had the privilege to visit the Energy Observer, which was making a stop right here in Singapore during her around-the-world voyage! For those not familiar with the Energy Observer, she is a one-of-a-kind research vessel dedicated to the science of how to traverse the seven seas carbon free!

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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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Route to Market & Supply Chain Interim Management - Top 3 Positions

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Recently I wrote about 10 Times you need Route to Market or Supply Chain Interim Managers.

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The First 50 Speakers Confirmed for Manifest Vegas 2023

The Logistics of Logistics

The First 50 Speakers Confirmed for Manifest Vegas 2023. Original article: The First 50 Speakers Confirmed for Manifest Vegas 2023. The program will address the most pressing issues across Global Logistics Operations & Supply Chains. NEW YORK (PRWEB) APRIL 27, 2022. Planning is well underway for Manifest 2023, the premier event for the Global Logistics and Supply Chain tech community.

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Supply Chain Data Quality & Governance

ivalua

The current global supply chain crisis has revealed critical issues involving the global distribution of goods and services. One of the drivers for these issues is focused around the lack of access to reliable “data”. To be of use, supply chain data must be of good quality and trustworthy. The inability to integrate data from multiple sources and the limited ability to interpret/analyze data in real time are a common set of problems facing many organizations.

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Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery. by Barbara Schielke, Chief HR & CSR Officer for Asendia. Worried consumers are considering the environmental impact of home delivery when they click to buy. Barbara Schielke Chief HR & CSR Officer for Asendia explains how carbon offsetting, emissions reporting per parcel, and supply chain efficiencies are helping retailers green their e-commerce fulfilment.

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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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Inflation is Changing Eating Habits and Grocery Shopping

Enterra Insights

Food prices are rising rapidly and consumers are feeling the pinch. CNN correspondent Gabe Cohen ( @GabeCohenNews ) reports, “Grocery costs keep climbing. Prices of meat, seafood, produce, cereal and other kitchen staples shot up 9% in 2021.”[1] Back in January, he noted that the primary causes of inflation were supply chain snarls, labor shortages, and Covid-19.

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Next Level Apparel® Takes its Demand and Inventory Planning to the Next Level with the Logility® Digital Supply Chain Platform

Logility

U.S.-based supplier of fashion blanks transforms its demand and inventory management with Logility. ATLANTA – April 26, 2022 – Logility, Inc., a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, today announced the addition of Next Level Apparel® (NLA) to its customer community. One of the leading wholesale producers and sellers of premium quality blank apparel in the United States, Next Level Apparel has implemented the Logility® Digital Supply Chain Platform

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5th Annual Supply Chain Data Quality & Governance Study

ivalua

The post 5th Annual Supply Chain Data Quality & Governance Study appeared first on Ivalua.

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Re-Imagining “The Great Reshuffle” In The Workplace With Gen Z

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Re-Imagining “The Great Reshuffle” In The Workplace With Gen Z. by Sanjay Desai Talent Advisory | SCM Consulting | Speaker | Writer | Mentor. The past couple of years have been difficult for professionals, young and old professionals alike. While certain age groups may be less vulnerable to the health hazards of COVID-19, we are all in the same boat with similar possibilities of getting infected at any point.

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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 Food Supply Chain and the War in Ukraine

Enterra Insights

If you don’t think Russia’s unprovoked war in Ukraine will impact your life, you’re seriously mistaken. It already has. Journalist Holly Ellyatt ( @HollyEllyatt ) explains, “As the war approaches its third month, the economic fallout from the conflict is becoming clearer and the outlook does not look good. Against an already turbulent backdrop of global inflationary pressures amid rising food and energy prices and disrupted supply chains following the coronavirus pandemic

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Procurement in the post-pandemic world

IT Supply Chain

By Omer Abdullah (pictured). Co-founder & Managing Director, The Smart Cube. The post Procurement in the post-pandemic world appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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It’s a Generational Thing: Attracting Workers to Staff the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

New generations of warehouse workers are not motivated purely by wages.