The State of Parcel Retail Shipping
MercuryGate
OCTOBER 17, 2019
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FLEXE
OCTOBER 17, 2019
How to decide when it’s time for a network expansion
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How Machine Learning Is Redefining Supply Chain Management
IQMS
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Bottom line: Machine learning makes it possible to discover patterns in supply chain management data by relying on algorithms that quickly pinpoint the most influential factors to a supply networks’ success, while constantly learning in the process. Discovering new patterns in supply chain data has the potential to revolutionize any business. Machine learning algorithms are finding these new patterns in supply chain data daily, without needing manual intervention or the definition of taxonomy to
IOT and Digital Enterprise Move Over – the next wave: Community Intelligence
Arkieva
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Community Intelligence synchronizes the use of technologies in a manner that is focused on closing gaps in critical decision-making processes in the ongoing journey of more intelligent supply chains to improve organizational performance. IOT and Digital Enterprise Move Over – the next wave: Community Intelligence was first posted on October 16, 2019 at 8:39 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.
Speeding Robotics Automation with AI
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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.
Digital Transformation of Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Much of the conversation these days about supply chain centers around the “digital disruption” of the business. The very definition of “disruption” implies a major disturbance; that it’s all changing too rapidly and upending the accepted way of doing things. But in reality, we have been living within the digital transformation of supply chain for quite some time.
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4 steps to optimize truck loads for maximum profits
DELMIA Quintiq
OCTOBER 18, 2019
A key challenge for retailers is the handling of logistics. Managing customer expectations while maintaining profits involves the intricate balancing of delivery loads, logistics resources, costs and trip times. The amount of empty miles can be an indicator of efficiency in retail logistics. Fewer empty miles are sure a sign of efficient logistics. Optimizing truck loads to reduce empty miles is therefore a crucial capability in retail logistics.
How a Transportation Management System (TMS) Can Benefit a Business of Any Size
Kuebix
OCTOBER 15, 2019
A Transportation Management System (TMS) helps companies streamline their logistics processes so that they are as efficient and connected as possible. Instead of manually managing logistics operations over the phone and email, companies can use technology to save money, reduce processing time, scale operations and improve accuracy. At their core, TMSs help companies rate, book […].
Help Save Mother Earth: Amazon’s New Supply Chain Sustainability Shipping Option
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Amazon has a new supply chain sustainability shipping option. With Your Delivery Day, customers can designate a day of a week when deliveries to the home can be made. This creates consolidation and optimization opportunities which is good for Mother Earth. The post Help Save Mother Earth: Amazon’s New Supply Chain Sustainability Shipping Option appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
What Is Tactical Freight Management and it’s Role in Logistics Planning?
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 14, 2019
With advancing demands of consumers and the steady growth of e-commerce, shippers and carriers are working to build better relationships and optimize operations. Unfortunately, the modern supply chain remains brittle, subject to the slightest of changes that could spell its doom. While that paints a dire picture, supply chain leaders have another option; they can.read More.
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.
What is concurrent planning?
Kinaxis
OCTOBER 14, 2019
by Alexa Cheater There are lots of organizations that claim to have reinvented supply chain planning. They say they simplify planning by aligning different supply chain processes or functions. There’s just one problem: None have truly reached their goal. None really do concurrent planning. Slow, siloed techniques are no match for today’s fast-paced reality.
Supply Chain Transformation – The Need for Speed
Logility
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Synchronize, Align and Accelerate your Business through Advanced Sales & Operations Planning. The amount of change in supply chain management practices since I first became a practitioner more than 25 years ago is eye watering. Today supply chain practitioners operate in a world of ever increasing complexity, data is doubling every 18 months and there’s a wealth of knowledge in social media ready to be utilized.
US-China Trade Conference: Timely and Relevant
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The US-China Trade Conference discussed implications of tariff increases, China production advantages, established supply chain capabilities, ASEAN alternatives, and strategies for mitigating any negative impacts from recent 301 tariff increases. Attendees and speakers valued their established capabilities in China and articulated the difficulties with replicating these capabilities within another an alternative nation in the region.
Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes (Q3 2019)
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 15, 2019
It’s October, which means the weather is starting to turn cooler (at least here in the Northeast), baseball playoffs are in full swing (sorry Dodger fans), and many companies and supply chain executives are in the process of developing or finalizing their budgets for 2020. There are the usual line items to complete: transportation costs, Read more Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes (Q3 2019).
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“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.
Transportation Trends: What’s Going on in the Trucking Industry?
PINC
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Here are the top trucking trends that all shippers should be aware of, according to The American Transportation Research Institute. Coming into 2019, issues like the tariff wars, driver shortage, and rising freight rates were high on transportation managers’ radar screens. Some of those issues prevailed this year, others lessened in importance, and still, others reared their heads as 2019 progressed.
The State of the Tactical Freight Market and What You Need to Know About It
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The current freight market continues to ramp up in anticipation of the most active returns season of the year. The strong demand for more freight continues to grow, and consumers have divine expectations for the performance of supply chains. There was a time when tactical freight management referred solely to the day-to-day operations that occurred.read More.
4 steps to optimize truck loads for maximum profits
DELMIA Quintiq
OCTOBER 18, 2019
A key challenge for retailers is the handling of logistics. Managing customer expectations while maintaining profits involves the intricate balancing of delivery loads, logistics resources, costs and trip times. The amount of empty miles can be an indicator of efficiency in retail logistics. Fewer empty miles are sure a sign of efficient logistics. Optimizing truck loads to reduce empty miles is therefore a crucial capability in retail logistics.
This Week in Logistics News (October 12 – 18)
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Stranger Things has been one of the better shows around in recent years. And now, an iconic piece of the show is up for sale. Most of the Georgia mall heavily featured in the third season of the show is going up for sale. Moonbeam Capital Partners is ready to sell its portion of the long-struggling Gwinnett Place Mall. This is just another example of a mall going into a state of disrepair as more […].
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
Transportation Trends: What’s Going on in the Trucking Industry?
PINC
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Here are the top trucking trends that all shippers should be aware of, according to The American Transportation Research Institute.
Mapping the Cobalt Supply Chain
SCM Research
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Cobalt has become a key commodity for battery-powered vehicles and other electronic products. The Democratic Republic of Congo is the largest producer of cobalt. The so-called “Copperbelt” in the southeastern part of the country hosts most of the cobalt ore, mainly extracted through large-scale industrial mining but also through artisanal and small-scale mining activities by more than 100,000 miners.
What Do Top Supply Chain Companies Know About Analytics?
River Logic
OCTOBER 15, 2019
For example, why do L’Oreal and Apple consistently score notoriety over 29 other superior supply chain companies and more than 500 publicly-held ones?¹ We take a look at several reports on leading supply chain companies, specifically with the filter of advanced analytics, to highlight the answers.
Art of Procurement Webinar The Current State of Digital Readiness: Mastering the Supply Chain Data Challenge, October 29th 2019, 11 AM EDT / 3 PM GMT
ivalua
OCTOBER 17, 2019
The post Art of Procurement Webinar The Current State of Digital Readiness: Mastering the Supply Chain Data Challenge, October 29th 2019, 11 AM EDT / 3 PM GMT appeared first on Ivalua.
Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now
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.
Equipping Your Supply Chain Risk Management Kit
Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 17, 2019
People now have access to more information than at any time in history — and it’s all available at the click of a mouse. You might find then find it surprising that a recent survey, conducted by Verdantix, found more than half of the company representatives who responded indicated “they still use a mix of spreadsheets and paper” as part of their supply chain risk management process.[1] The survey involved 161 executives in heavy industry sectors in six countries.
The Hidden Solution to Most Supply Chain Problems with Ron Crabtree
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 14, 2019
[00:37] Please tell us a little about you and your company. I’m Ron Crabtree, CEO and Founder of MetaOps, Inc. We are located in Metro Detroit. We specialize in providing interim and contract to hire talent at the highest level. I grew up near Kalamazoo and ended up going to night school for over seventeen years. Eventually, I emerged with an undergrad in organizational development.
5 Tips for Determining Your Packaging Design and Materials
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Package design or initial presentation of your goods and products can, believe it or not, make or break your business.
The Current State of Digital Readiness: Mastering the Supply Chain Data Challenge, 29th October 2019
ivalua
OCTOBER 16, 2019
According to Gartner research, “Organizations believe poor data quality to be responsible for an average of $15 million per year in losses.” What is the impact for you? Organizations preparing to embark on a digital transformation journey quickly discover that without quality data, they will be unable to proceed towards their goals. Join our interactive Q&A webinar session on Tuesday, October 29 at 11 AM EDT / 3 PM GMT.
Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!
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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.
5 Ways to Develop an Enterprise Mindset
BlueYonder
OCTOBER 16, 2019
This Wednesdays for Women blog is a guest blog from Claire Williams, talent development leader and executive coach at The People Side , a global leadership development and executive coaching practice based in Minneapolis, Minn. She shares her perspective on how to develop an enterprise mindset in today’s blog. Like so many kids who grew up playing the piano, I played diligently all throughout my childhood, then promptly fell out of the habit once the realities of adulthood set in.
An Introduction to ERPs and ERP Mobility for Supply Chain Pros
RFgen
OCTOBER 17, 2019
The ERP software market is growing rapidly in parallel with digital transformation efforts in the supply chain. As supply chains digitize to meet increasing needs for efficiency and speed, one of the core technologies behind these optimization efforts is enterprise resource planning software (or ERP technology). ERP software integrates the many aspects of supply chain operations into a single foundation.
Machine learnings
Supply Chain Movement
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Nowadays, it’s as if every article about digitalization is casually peppered with the terms ‘artificial intelligence’ and ‘machine learning’. They are almost always used together and without any extra explanation. I’ve recently spent some time reading up on the subject to finally understand how the two differ. The term artificial intelligence (AI) originates from computer science and refers to the capacity of machines to perform human-like tasks on their own.
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