Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
S upply chain planning requires constraints to be mapped. This configuration screen shows how Solvyouo maps transportation constraints. Supply chain management has been in the news. Because of the pandemic and resulting product shortages, the topic has never been more discussed. But the intricacies of supply chain management are beyond the grasp of most.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
While we’re happy to leave 2021 in the rearview mirror, many of the same trends will impact the truckload market in 2022. In our white paper, 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook , we cover many of the lingering effects of the past two years, and the newest challenges truckload shippers can expect to face in the year ahead. Last year, truck capacity demand reached historic highs due to a combination of factors, including ongoing equipment and labor shortages.
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Logility
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Many business leaders say they can’t afford sustainability initiatives, but looming risks indicate that this is an investment you can’t afford to ignore. Key takeaways. Businesses need to prioritize supply chain sustainability On average, businesses have over 10 times more greenhouse gas emissions in their supply chains than the rest of their operations Businesses should identify areas where they can make small or incremental changes In addition to thinking about the cost of imple
Enterra Insights
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Quantum computing may sound like science fiction (especially the weird principles on which it relies); nevertheless, businesses are beginning to pay attention. According to the Venture Beat staff, “Sixty-nine percent of global enterprises have already adopted or plan to adopt quantum computing in the near term, according to a new survey of enterprise leaders commissioned by Zapata Computing.
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Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Last week, I had the opportunity to speak with Eddie Capel, CEO of Manhattan Associates. During our conversation, Eddie and I spoke about the changing nature of global supply chains in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic as well as the continuing surge of e-commerce. I asked Eddie to give his insights on a few key points. First, what is the current state of supply chain technology?
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Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Remember AOL’s “You’ve Got Mail” greeting from the 90s when you started your computer and connected to the internet? It was a happy greeting, one you looked forward to getting every morning, unlike the greeting many people and companies are getting today when they log on to their computers and systems: “You’ve Been Hacked!” Just. Read more You’ve Been Hacked!
The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
The Open Deck Market with Jacob Mcleod. Jacob Mcleod and Joe Lynch discuss the open deck market. Jacob is the President at EXO Freight, the first managed marketplace built for open deck shippers and carriers. About Jacob Mcleod. Jacob Mcleod , Graduate of University of Michigan, began a logistics career at Con-way Multimodal learning the industry from the floor.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
I thought I understood all the major supply chain implications of the pandemic until I began reading Yossi Sheffi’s new book The New (Ab)Normal: Reshaping Business and Supply Chain Strategy beyond Covid-19. Jim Hackett, the CEO of Ford at the time, was quoted as saying: “We didn’t realize there was an off switch. We knew it might go into a recession, more like a dimmer switch, but off?
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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.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Russia invades Ukraine. The headline was anticipated for months (actually, years), but it finally came true this week. Now what? Supply Chain Disruption from the Russia-Ukraine Conflict (Interos) Oil tops $105/bbl after Russia attacks Ukraine (Reuters) Expeditors Targeted in Cyber-attack Cyber attack hits state-run terminal at India’s top container port (Splash 247) New Leases Will.
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
The post 6 Ways Technology Makes the Supply Chain More Efficient appeared first on The Network Effect.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
The role of logistics in modern companies is not only to support corporate strategy but also to enable it. Meeting today’s logistics challenges of the three C’s – customer service, carbon, and cost – companies are not just looking at gathering data, but also how to better interpret and understand this data, and then use it to drive additional value.
SCM Research
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Yesterday, the European Commission adopted a long-awaited Proposal for a Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence. It aims to “set out a horizontal framework to foster the contribution of businesses operating in the single market to the respect of the human rights and environment in their own operations and through their value chains, by identifying, preventing, mitigating and accounting for their adverse human rights, and environmental impacts, and having adequate governance, m
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
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Chronic labor shortages have continued to plague the world’s supply chains. In the United States, the issue is especially acute. In what some are calling the Great Resignation, nearly 3 percent of American workers have quit their jobs as of August 2021. The population is aging and many are retiring. There are an estimated 10.4. Read more Fighting Worker Shortages Through Connectivity.
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
The global supply chain issues has caused a damaging ripple effect extending to every shore on the planet. Traditional methods of manufacturing and moving goods have become less reliable, and in particular companies that have prioritized lower costs from overseas hubs have struggled mightily. The companies that were wise enough to see the calamity coming, however, made the necessary changes to avoid catastrophe.
Logility
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Double-Digit Revenue Growth Driven by Continued Strong Growth in Subscription Fees. ATLANTA (February 23, 2022) American Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMSWA) today reported preliminary financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022. Key Third Quarter Financial Highlights: Subscription fees were $10.9 million for the quarter ended January 31, 2022, a 45% increase compared to $7.5 million for the same period last year and software license revenues were up 87% to $1.0 million compared to $0.
Enterra Insights
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
One of America’s favorite patriotic tunes celebrates “spacious skies and amber waves of grain.” This pastoral view of America rarely conjures up thoughts about technology and artificial intelligence (AI). In the future, that may change. The editorial team at insideBIGDATA report that a new research study found, “87% of US agriculture businesses are currently using AI technologies.”[1] Lindsay Suddon, Chief Strategy Officer at Proagrica, the firm that conducted the s
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.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
The European Union’s ethical supply chain rules are a “game changer” but must be backed by “dissuasive” sanctions, EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders said.
CHAINalytics
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Well, it’s that time of year again. Many publications and companies are doing the usual new year outlook pieces offering prognostications for what to expect in the coming months from a budget, service, or industry perspective. So, we figured it was time to dust off the old Chainalytics crystal ball and throw our hat into … The post 2022 Transportation Market Forecasting & Your 2022 US Trucking Outlook appeared first on Chainalytics.
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Over the Next Half Decade! Artificial intelligence will continue to develop and become, perhaps, the most productive technology for business, science and medicine. According to many analysts, Artificial Intelligence trends will affect the development of mankind more than ever the invention of the wheel or the internal combustion engine.
Enterra Insights
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
The manufacturing sector covers such a broad spectrum of products and processes that any discussion about industry trends must take place at a very high level. One of the megatrends that has been driving manufacturing for over a decade is digitization. Technology writer Dennis Scimeca ( @DennisScimeca ) explains, “Just like manufacturers that failed to switch from manual to automated processes during the Industrial Revolution found themselves obsolete, so it goes with the digital era.
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Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
A discussion about the key role that supply chains play in fighting climate change and ensuring sustainability in their operations, with two analysts from Accenture: Kris Timmermans, senior managing director of strategy consulting and supply chain and operations lead, and Matias Pollmann-Larsen, sustainability lead for supply chain and operations.
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Reliable supply chains are the backbone of industry, but they have been repeatedly disrupted in recent months.
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Tips to Become a Successful Entrepreneur! So, you want to start a business of your own, but you are worried about losing your investment. Well, it may seem like a very risky move, but if you do things the right way, you can end up doing better than you did at your 9-5 job. Moreover, all the stress that you are feeling now will bear fruit if you work hard and remain consistent.
IT Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
By Richard Grant (pictured). Technology Consultant. The post 6 Tips for Choosing the Best Project Management Tool for Your Team appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Counterfeiting can happen to any company, especially those with poor supply chain visibility. How can brands and retailers ensure the authenticity of their products?
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Unethical firms face consequences in EU supply chain crackdown A proposed European Union crackdown on ethical issues including human rights abuses and environmental breaches is being unveiled this week.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
In Part 1, we covered the business and technology challenges that the medical device industry is experiencing. These will require a re-think of how to manage products, streamline the business and interact with customers. Those manufacturers who are still using legacy or customized computer systems will find it difficult to make the necessary changes.
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