GlobalTranz

JULY 31, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog comes from Michael Copeland, a Commercial Support Manager with Wilson Electronics who shows us why cellular connectivity is imperative to your distribution center. As a distribution center manager, you administer a critical link in the retail supply chain. Space optimization, order fulfillment , shipping, personnel management, and security are all key responsibilities of your position.

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Kinaxis

JULY 31, 2017

by Alexa Cheater Rushing kids out the door, walking the dog, navigating traffic—life is complicated enough without having to deal with overly complex supply chain management processes. Unfortunately, increasing consumer demands, growing globalization and mounting pressure to stay profitable in an ever-changing world is the new reality, and for many it means working harder than ever.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 2, 2017

A lasso is what supply chain leaders would like to have. Why? To align S&OP. As companies transitioned from regional to multi-national organizations, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes proliferated. The average company has seven S&OP processes, but a global chemical company averages over 30. Each is different, and I have not found a company that can easily roll up a global material balance.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Source: Gartner, Cover Considerations—How to Optimize Retail and Consumer Product Inventory Targets, 2017. Gartner’s insights are quite good and it’s not often that I disagree. But I have to differ with the conclusions of a recent report, “ Cover Considerations — How to Optimize Retail and Consumer Product Inventory Targets.”. There is a story about Abraham Lincoln arguing a case as a young lawyer.

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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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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2017

Amazon Prime Day 2017 was a major success. The e-commerce giant shattered online sales records for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and previous Amazon Prime Days. According to CNBC , Amazon’s third Prime Day garnered the attention and money of shoppers in 18 different countries and grew sales by 60 percent over 30 hours. In addition, Walmart and Target offered online deals in an effort to compete with Amazon’s notoriety during the online shopping holiday.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 2, 2017

A lasso is what supply chain leaders would like to have. Why? To align S&OP. The processes are out of control. Let me explain. As companies transitioned from regional to multi-national organizations, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes proliferated. Today, the average company has seven S&OP processes, but a global chemical company averages over 30.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 2, 2017

by Teresa Chiykowski “Focus on the journey, not on arriving at a certain destination.”. Chris Hadfield, An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth. It’s all systems go for Kinexions ’17, which will take place Oct. 9 – 13, 2017, in Florida at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. With a theme of Where are you on your supply chain planning journey ?

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Supply Chain Insights

AUGUST 3, 2017

The level of sophistication in the consumer chain has advanced a thousand-fold in the past decade alone. What was formerly a rather simple process of planning promotions has now become a complex blend of technology and skill at predicting consumer behavior. It hasn’t been too long ago that a typical consumer products manufacturer rep would replicate last year’s plan, make any adjustments for an account’s expanded stores, new markets, or new product launches, and dub it the new current year fore

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Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2017

I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. – Jimmy Dean. Change is the only real constant when managing global supply chains, regardless of the type of goods or any other supply chain attribute; change is driving your supply chain. The most recent change on the ocean carrier front is the OOCL purchase by Cosco Shipping Holdings and Shanghai International Port Group for $6.3 billion.

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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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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 29, 2017

Let me start this blog with a story. I believe that Supply Chains build economies and save the planet. It is about value creation. I also believe that finance is the art of money changing hands until there is nothing left. Supply chain process and financial flows often run in counter currents. Two years ago, I completed a research study on supply chain visibility.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 3, 2017

Concerns about cyber security are nothing new. Elena Kvochko (@elenakvochko), a cyber security expert, observes, “Cyber security has long become … Continued. The post Supply Chain Cyber Security Risks Rising appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Supply Chain Opz

AUGUST 2, 2017

One of the principle aims of supply chain management is managing uncertainty. And no function is more at the forefront of that endeavor than demand forecasting. The challenge of effective supply chain management is to deliver on ever-increasing customer demands for excellent service while simultaneously managing costs. Agility and responsiveness, aligned with cost effectiveness, is the aim.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2017

Last week I asked “What can potentially stop or bring down Amazon?” In case you’re wondering, the top vote-getter in our highly unscientific poll was “A massive asteroid hitting the Earth.”. It’s actually not a far-fetched possibility. “A leading astrophysicist from Queen’s University Belfast has warned that an asteroid strike is just a matter of time,” states an article published this past June in Phys.org.

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“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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Arkieva

AUGUST 1, 2017

Pop Quiz: What does a workout and the software selection process have in common? Answer: They both often require breaking a sweat. I hate to admit this, but often I find myself trying new workout routines as a result of commercials I’ve viewed on television. I’d rather not get into the embarrassing details that made […] Look Beyond the Bells and Whistles!

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 1, 2017

“Few technology trends have gotten as much publicity over the past few years as the Internet of Things (IoT) — … Continued. The post The Internet of Things and the Rise of the Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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TradeGecko

AUGUST 4, 2017

Demand for automation, personalized workflows and streamlining complicated operation processes have strongly contributed to a shift in how businesses have to operate today (causing the on-demand delivery sector to boom considerably) and creating a tight relationship between consumers and businesses.

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Supply Chain 24/7

AUGUST 4, 2017

Today’s supply chains are experiencing high levels of change, in terms of both internal and external pressures.

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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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BlueYonder

AUGUST 2, 2017

On Wednesdays, Supply Chain Nation will shine a light on the role of women in the world of technology and supply chain. We will feature interviews with successful women at JDA, talk to some amazing women who also happen to be our customers, share perspectives from JDA associates and more! Today, JDA’s Jamey Miller, VP of Operations, Consulting Services, writes about how a TED Talk gave him a new perspective on girls and women in technology.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 2, 2017

This is first in series of blog highlighting the importance of data in supply chain risk management.

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NFI Industries

AUGUST 1, 2017

In February, the European Union (EU) voted to implement the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, known as CETA, with trade partner Canada. The act aims to increase trade between the countries by lowering tariffs, thus making goods easier to export between the two markets. Once fully implemented, CETA will eliminate tariffs on 99 percent of. Read More.

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CHAINalytics

JULY 31, 2017

By Steve Thrift | Principal, Integrated Demand and Supply Planning | Chainalytics Supply chain planning technology projects are somewhat in a league of their own. While they share characteristics of other activities, such as software development or ERP implementations, they remain unique due to the nature of the solutions and the business processes they support. … The post Tips for a Successful Supply Chain Planning Technology Implementation Part 2: Project Management and Staffi

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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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BlueYonder

JULY 31, 2017

In this episode of JDA TV, Doug Kimball, Senior Product Marketing Director at JDA, and Amitabh Kumar, Senior Global Value Delivery Director at JDA, discuss how manufacturers can adapt their processes to deal with forecasting challenges and meet the ever-changing needs of their customers. For more interesting, educational, and insightful videos, browse through the JDA TV library.

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TMC

AUGUST 4, 2017

You’ve seen how artificial intelligence is being applied to many facets of our everyday lives. The fact is, digital transformation is also well underway in supply chain management —and it is transforming the way companies do business. Digitalization of the supply chain has become more and more important. Automation, combined with GPS and other technologies, has increased cost efficiencies for companies and enabled greater visualization of data.

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Logistyx

AUGUST 4, 2017

DB Schenker Enhances Customer Satsifaction with Logistyx Shipping Solution DB Schenker is a leading global logistics provider that supports industry and trade in the global exchange of goods through land transport, worldwide air and ocean freight, contract logistics and supply chain management. The company’s staff of more than 68,000 employees work in 2,000 locations in […].

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 30, 2017

July 31st will mark my last official day writing for All Things Supply Chain.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 3, 2017

Recently I had the opportunity to contribute to a Supply Chain Quarterly article about the value of moving from a single-mode supply chain approach centered on operational excellence to a multimodal, segmented supply chain strategy. Following is an excerpt of the article, which was co-authored by Ehap Sabri, an adjunct professor for the MBA program at University of Texas at Dallas, and Shiva Esturi, supply chain fellow at Western Digital Corporation: “This single-mode approach works well for a l

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TMC

AUGUST 4, 2017

You’ve seen how artificial intelligence is being applied to many facets of our everyday lives. The fact is, digital transformation is also well underway in supply chain management —and it is transforming the way companies do business. Digitalization of the supply chain has become more and more important. Automation, combined with GPS and other technologies, has increased cost efficiencies for companies and enabled greater visualization of data.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 3, 2017

A family-owned tomato products company, Stanislaus Food Products creates superior quality tomato-based food. Providing tomato goods for use in cooking from scratch, to ready-to-serve tomato products, Stanislaus only uses the best and freshest tomatoes, and doesn’t compromise on finished quality. From the start of the process, to the final finished goods in the hands of the customer, Stanislaus strives to partner with quality tomato growers and maintains high-quality standards, and uses the manpo

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