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Planning for Uncertainty in the Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

The late President and five-star general Dwight D. Eisenhower once stated, “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.” Dave Bergeson, Vice President of client relations at the Association Management Center, explains why Eisenhower felt as he did. He writes, “The German field marshal, known as Moltke the Elder, believed in developing a series of options for battle instead of a single plan, saying ‘No plan of operations extends with certaint

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11 Supply Chain Podcasts you should listen to

All Things Supply Chain

In the area of supply chain, it is important to keep up to date with the latest news and trends.

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Steel: The Perfect Material for a Circular Economy, but with a Huge Decarbonization Challenge

DELMIA Quintiq

Steel plays a crucial role in almost all industries—even in those where its application is not as apparent. The food industry, for instance, depends on steel for its use in building greenhouses. Steel is a very versatile material as its composition and internal structure can be adjusted to tailor its properties. It can be made with many different characteristics, for example, different chemical compositions to increase strength, durability, etc.

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Global Study Reveals 52% of Vital Digital Supply Chain Transformation Efforts Hamstrung by Skills and Labor Crunch

ToolsGroup

Leaders surveyed in third annual ToolsGroup and CSCMP report are “extremely concerned” about external supply chain threats but lack people to make transformation succeed. BOSTON (May 12, 2022) The third annual study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software , and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) has found that while more companies than ever (93%) are actively engaged in digital transformation, the people/skills deficit is the number one obstac

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Going Beyond the TMS Status Quo

Talking Logistics

There has been dramatic change in supply chain and logistics markets, requirements and procedures over the past 10-20 years. With globalization, the rapid rise in e-commerce during the pandemic, and confounding geopolitical events, supply chain professionals must continually adjust and adapt to the changing environment. Therefore, the status quo with regards to transportation management systems.

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Is It Time for a Better Approach to Inventory Optimization? 

Logility

Smart inventory allocation and deployment starts with the right digital supply chain platform. For most businesses, the past two years have been a much-needed teaching moment on the state of their inventory planning, tracking, and management capabilities. Decades-old, tried-and-true rules ? such as unit-based policies for safety stock, ABC classifications, and inventory planning based on spreadsheets ?

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Infographic: 8 Supply Chain Mistakes Companies Make

The Network Effect

The post Infographic: 8 Supply Chain Mistakes Companies Make appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 13, 2022)

Talking Logistics

It’s Friday the 13th. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 13.3% year to date. The Red Sox haven’t won their 13th game yet (they’re 11-20). I’ve got 13 pennies in my car (they’ve been there for years). My boys wear 13 on their baseball jerseys. My wife was born on the 13th. There are. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 13, 2022).

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This Week in Logistics News (May 7 – 13)

Logistics Viewpoints

After more than two years, I finally traveled for a conference again. I was in San Diego for Kinaxis Kinexions , and it was a great trip (I will have a full recap of the conference next week). And I have to say, that while it was weird to be in a room with 400 other people and attending customer appreciation events, it was also nice to have that sense of normalcy that comes with the nature of my work.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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The Hippocratic Oath for Forecasters

Arkieva

Is there an equivalent to the Hippocratic Oath for forecasters? What harm(s) can a forecaster easily avoid? This blog explores some examples. The Hippocratic Oath for Forecasters was first posted on May 10, 2022 at 9:02 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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Today’s Transportation Management Systems: Your Mileage May Vary!

CHAINalytics

Chainalytics’ Vice President of Transportation Kevin Zweier presented a webinar with Supply Chain Management Review that explored the advantages of today’s TMS applications. Though intended for the same job, no two implementations are alike, and one system will not always address all needs. So, what is a TMS and what is the scope of its … The post Today’s Transportation Management Systems: Your Mileage May Vary!

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How to Leverage Your Supply Chain Data to Drive Procurement Value

ivalua

The post How to Leverage Your Supply Chain Data to Drive Procurement Value appeared first on Ivalua.

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U.S., EU Plan to Pledge Supply Chain Cooperation to Counter Russia

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. and European Union plan to keep addressing supply chain and other disruptions as they project a unified front against Russia when high-level officials meet starting Sunday to discuss cooperation on trade and technology issues in Paris.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Assemble-to-Order manufacturing Part 2: ERP solutions to improve operations

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

With a manufacturing operation based on Assemble-to-order (ATO) , success hinges on being able to get products to customers quickly. There has to be tight control over inventory, and production planning and scheduling need to ensure product delivery. In addition, demand forecasting has to be accurate and costs have to be managed. To handle all these different aspects of the business, an ERP system can deliver significant benefits in making sure operations and processes run efficiently.

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Retailers turn toward private fleets

Cathy Roberson

Supply chains have encountered delivery delays, capacity constraints, and volatile rates since the COVID pandemic began in 2020. While there has been some easement, retailers are taking control of parts of their supply chains to control costs and strengthen networks. "Transportation probably has never had a higher visibility and importance within companies," Gary Petty, president of the National Private Truck Council , told the publication FleetOwner.

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Supply Chain Growth in a Challenging Market: A Conversation with Weber’s CFO, Maggie Movius

West Coast and California Logistics

Weber Logistics’ CFO Maggie Movius has been busy. She’s navigated a worldwide pandemic, a partnership between Weber and Stellex Capital Management, and a doubling of Weber’s warehousing footprint in California – all within the past two years. In this article, we interview Maggie to discuss these topics, as well as the company’s ability to continue its growth in the face of marketplace challenges.

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From Disorderly Data to Supply Chain Insights: A Five-Step Plan

Supply Chain Brain

In recent years, companies have heavily invested in tools to collect and create new data sets. Yet they continue to face challenges in translating that data into valuable business insights that lead to supply chain improvements.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Months after COP26 promises, organisations must look to their supply chains

IT Supply Chain

By Alex Saric (pictured). Smart Procurement Expert at Ivalua. The post Months after COP26 promises, organisations must look to their supply chains appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Can Companies “Uber-ize” Their Way Out of Supply Chain Troubles?

MIT Supply Chain

Uber revolutionized passenger transportation by providing a third-party platform where consumers “compete” with each other for rides. Now, platforms that enable companies to “compete” for supply chain assets have emerged as a way to lower costs and increase efficiency through Amazon-like economies of scale. It is an intriguing development, but how far can it go in improving the performance of today’s complex supply chains?

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Wholesale Ecommerce: What Is It and How Do You Get Started?

Unleashed

For B2B these days, considering wholesale eCommerce for sales order management is a must. Not only does it retain key features of traditional B2B like bulk discounting, but it has numerous advantages over its in-person equivalent. So what does wholesale eCommerce involve, why is it so important, and how do you get started? Read on to find out. What is wholesale eCommerce?

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Confronting the ESG Imperative in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

SupplyChainBrain is presenting its first issue devoted entirely to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)-related topics — with insights from industry experts engaged directly in the effort to forge ethical supply chains, and in a position to offer practical advice on how others can follow their example.

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Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.

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Delivering a great digital experience: The top DX Dos and Don’ts

IT Supply Chain

By Frank Bignone (pictured). Global Director of Digital Transformation, FPT Software. The post Delivering a great digital experience: The top DX Dos and Don’ts appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Disruptions and How to Respond | PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics

Supply chain disruptions have become commonplace in a perfect storm of events. Fewer workers, overwhelmed warehouses, and the pandemic have contributed to the current issues. With over 30 years of experience, PLS Logistics Services has seen it all, and we are here to share what we know to help you navigate supply chain disruptions.

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Setting Up Nurses to Succeed with Operating Room Supply Chains

Tecsys

Improving the operating room supply chain is imperative to helping nurses and their workflows. The post Setting Up Nurses to Succeed with Operating Room Supply Chains appeared first on Tecsys.

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Three Steps to Building Sustainable Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

With the expansion of global trade and evolution of omnichannel retail, supply chains have become increasingly critical, complicated and challenging, spotlighting the impact of globalization and fulfillment of commerce on the environment.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Is cloud calling the answer to teacher’s stress?

IT Supply Chain

By Douglas Mulvihill (pictured). Marketing Manager, UK & Ireland at Ringover. The post Is cloud calling the answer to teacher’s stress? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Digital Marketing for Manufacturing Tips for Success!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Create a Digital Marketing Strategy for a Logistics Company! Most manufacturers still rely on traditional methods to promote their business. Word-of-mouth referrals, networking events, and trade shows are still preferred by those in the manufacturing industry for a good reason they still work.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 05/06/2022-05/12/2022

All Things Supply Chain

Drug producers supplying NHS face supply chain crisis The National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom is facing a shortage of medicines which are relied on by hundreds of…