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Geopolitical Risks to Supply Chains are Increasing

Enterra Insights

In a recent earnings report, JPMorgan Chase’s Chief Executive Officer, Jamie Dimon , stated, “We have been closely monitoring the geopolitical situation for some time, and recent events show that conditions are treacherous and getting worse. There is significant human suffering, and the outcome of these situations could have far-reaching effects on both short-term economic outcomes and more importantly on the course of history.”[1] Risks to supply chains from increasing geopolitical tensio

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5 Ways to Prepare for the Surge of eCommerce Returns: Post-Holiday Supply Chain Management

NFI

Reading Time: 4 minutes Guest Blog by Steve Syverson, Director of NFI eCom Ecommerce brands know that returns after the holiday season are inevitable. While we can’t prevent it, customers can be well-prepared and lessen the blow to business by utilizing technology to analyze data-driven trends, leveraging a 3PL partnership, and working sustainably.

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Key Elements of Decision Centricity in Effective IBP Processes

Supply Chain Trend

IBP and its predecessor S&OP were developed as executive decision-making forums. In support of effective decision making in the IBP process, we could expect many decision centric capabilities in an organization. But how decision centric is your S&OP/IBP process, your meetings, your organization? Any idea? To create some baseline insights, I developed an 11-question checklist to assess IBP decision centricity.

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The Fight Against Food Fraud in Our 'Biggest, Weirdest Supply Chains'

Supply Chain Brain

The World Trade Organization estimates the global cost of food fraud to be anywhere between $30 billion and $50 billion each year.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

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Supply Chain AI: 25 Current Use Cases (and a Handful of Future Ones)

Logistics Viewpoints

When it came out, ChatGPT seemed like magic. It has led supply chain vendors to discuss how they currently use artificial intelligence. Further, virtually every supplier of supply chain solutions is eager to explain the ongoing investments they are making in artificial intelligence. Any device that can perceive its environment and can take actions that maximize its chance of success at some goal is engaged in some form of artificial intelligence.

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Enticing Behavioural Change to Reinforce Consumers’ Sustainable Choices

IT Supply Chain

By Andrew Tavener (pictured) Head of Marketing, Descartes The post Enticing Behavioural Change to Reinforce Consumers’ Sustainable Choices appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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FMCG Complexity - A Practical Reduction Guide

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Recondite complexity? I recently discussed how complexity negatively affects cost and service including how a floppy SKU tail inhibits growth. Do you understand the impact unnecessary SKUs have on FMCG success? CEOs should be seeking leaner and performance-focussed SKU portfolios but how do you approach this ongoing challenge?

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A Trillion Dollars in Freight Transactions with Ken Adamo

The Logistics of Logistics

Ken Adamo and Joe Lynch discuss a trillion dollars in freight transactions. Ken is the Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.

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Revisiting of our 2024 Supply Chain Predictions – Part Two

Supply Chain Matters

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog provides perspectives and self-rating observations regarding our January 2024 published Research Advisory- 2024 Predictions for Industry Global Supply Chains. We do so because of our long-standing business principal that predictions should not be that of a social media or corporate focused marketing conversational tool to drive eyeballs.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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ClearJet and Shipium Announce Partnership to Expand Range of Logistics Solutions

Logistics Viewpoints

The partnership between Shipium and ClearJet enhances supply chain efficiency by enabling businesses to achieve nationwide 2-day delivery at ground rates without changing carriers. By integrating ClearJet’s Super Carrier infrastructure, Shipium users gain access to advanced capabilities such as air zone skipping and final-mile carrier injections. This allows shippers to leverage their existing carrier accounts, like FedEx, UPS, or USPS while benefiting from expanded coverage to every U.S.

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Don’t Just Recover from Black Friday and Cyber Monday—Get Ready for Christmas and Future Promotions

ToolsGroup

As Black Friday rushes past, you may be reviewing your inventory performance, especially if certain items sold out too fast or if slow-movers are now taking up too much space. Even worse, maybe you did have inventory in your network, but it was in the wrong location to meet customer demand. If you’re left wishing you’d had a better handle on inventory, you’re not alone.

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Beyond Intermodal Visibility with Jon Housknecht

The Logistics of Logistics

Jon Housknecht and Joe Lynch discuss beyond intermodal visibility. Jon serves as Senior Sales Manager at Blackberry Radar , a complete asset tracking solution that provides reliable trailer, chassis, container, railcar and ISO Tank status. About Jon Housknecht Jon Housknecht , Senior Sales Manager for BlackBerry Radar, currently partners with Domestic and Global Intermodal companies to represent BlackBerry Radar products and services to help provide greater visibility to their non-powered assets

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Unlocking Digital Efficiency in Logistics – Data Standards and Integration

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Unlocking Digital Efficiency in Logistics – Data Standards and Integration Judah Levine Get Started FreighTech 2024 Key Themes Series: Unlocking Digital Efficiency in Logistics – Data Standards and Integration Freightos was delighted to host its seventh annual FreighTech conference recently, bringing together leaders in freight technology a

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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Fleet Management 2.0: The Rise of Connected Vehicles in Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

The Evolution of Connected Fleet Ecosystems Fleet Management 2.0 is redefining transportation by integrating IoT sensors into vehicles, fundamentally shifting fleet operations. These sensors capture precise data on factors like location, speed, fuel usage, and driver behavior, transforming fleet management from reactive to data-driven decision-making.

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The Essentials of Supplier Risk Management

Supply Chain Brain

To improve resilience and business continuity in the face of pandemics, wars, natural disasters and other supply chain vulnerabilities, businesses are adopting comprehensive supplier risk-management initiatives.

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­Driving decarbonization with technology

Taulia

­Driving decarbonization with technology In 2023, the SAP CPO Think Tank community has been closely examining how companies can accelerate supply chain decarbonization. Through a Think Tank technology briefing, SAP demonstrated how integrating SAP Sustainability —s­olutions—including S/4HANA Green Ledger, SAP Ariba, and SAP Taulia—can help companies tackle Greenhouse Gas Protocol Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions with speed and scale.

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Alison Supply Chain Courses VS SCMDOJO: A Comprehensive Guide

SCMDOJO

Digging in to find an absolute top-notch website to level up your supply chain management can be a bit difficult where there is less awareness about it. However, it depends on the product offering of various websites from where students are eager to learn and grow. Alison Supply Chain Courses and SCMDOJO are among the most reliable sources on the internet when selecting an appropriate course.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.

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The Impact of NIS 2 Regulations on Manufacturing Supply Chains 

Logistics Viewpoints

NIS 2 Has Deep Impacts on the Supply Chain, Not Just Plant Operations The manufacturing industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it grapples with the implications of the Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS 2). This EU-wide regulation, designed to bolster cybersecurity and ensure the resilience of essential services and digital infrastructures, presents both challenges and opportunities for manufacturing supply chains.

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Supply Chain Innovation 2024: A Formula for Thriving in the Age of Disruption

Supply Chain Brain

We congratulate the winner and finalists of this year’s Supply Chain Innovation Award competition, and trust that their examples will motivate others to seek out new ideas and solutions.

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Atwoods Ranch & Home Goods Selects Tecsys’ OrderDynamics® OMS to Enhance Customer Shopping Experience

Tecsys

Enid, OK — November 7, 2024. Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS), a global leader in supply chain management solutions, announced that Atwoods Ranch & Home Goods, a leading retailer in farm and ranch products, has selected OrderDynamics® , Tecsys’ order management system (OMS), to optimize omnichannel order fulfillment across more than 75 retail outlets and online store.

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The Role of Digital Signage in Enhancing Training and Development for Supply Chain Teams

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post The Role of Digital Signage in Enhancing Training and Development for Supply Chain Teams appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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TSA Proposes Rule for Pipeline and Railroad Cyber Risk Management Programs

Logistics Viewpoints

WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2024 /The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes to mandate cyber risk management and reporting requirements for certain surface transportation owners and operators. “TSA has collaborated closely with its industry partners to increase the cybersecurity resilience of the nation’s critical transportation infrastructure,” said TSA Administrator David Pekoske. “The requirements in the proposed r

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Renault Group Acquires a Supply Chain Control Tower to Manage Transportation in Europe and Beyond

Supply Chain Brain

The French automaker joins forces with Shippeo, provider of a real-time logistics visibility platform, to shed manual processes and gain real-time visibility of parts moving from suppliers to its plants.

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Blue Yonder at BVL Supply Chain CX in Berlin: A New Vision for Transformational Supply Chains

BlueYonder

During 23 to 25 October, the Blue Yonder team had the pleasure of joining thousands of supply chain professionals at the newly rebranded BVL Supply Chain CX event in Berlin. As we exhibited here, as well as at the Düsseldorf Logistics Summit earlier this year, it was fascinating to see how each event brings its own unique energy to the table. In Berlin, we connected with a wide range of industry leaders, customers, and innovators all focused on a shared mission: evolving the future of supply cha

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Mastering Social Media Management: Key Strategies for Audience Engagement

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering Social Media Management: Key Strategies for Audience Engagement appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What Makes a Warehouse Worker Happy?

The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.

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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024

Loginext

In 2024, supply chain visibility software is a critical tool for businesses navigating a fast-paced market. Real-time insights and end-to-end visibility enhance decision-making, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, making it a must-have for staying competitive. Embrace this technology to optimize logistics and foster business growth. The post The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Report: Supply Chain Sustainability Software Market is Needed, Growing

Supply Chain Brain

The Verdantix report concludes that political and regulatory events are driving the need for supply chain sustainability software.

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Körber Supply Chain Software Adds MercuryGate to Solution Portfolio

MercuryGate

Körber Supply Chain Software completed the acquisition of MercuryGate International in October, combining two organizations focused on meeting supply chain technology needs. This blog shares more details about how Körber Supply Chain Software and MercuryGate are better together through the insights of Körber leaders. The post Körber Supply Chain Software Adds MercuryGate to Solution Portfolio appeared first on MercuryGate International.