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Ethical Considerations in Supply Chain Compliance

Logistics Viewpoints

The modern supply chain is a complex network of suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and customers, all interconnected and reliant on a shared ecosystem of trust and accountability. As industries evolve and global markets expand, ethical considerations have become central to supply chain compliance. From balancing cost-efficiency with ethical sourcing to enhancing transparency and integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR), businesses face mounting pressure to align their operations wi

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Setting Warehouse Management Goals for 2025

SnapFulfil

As businesses face evolving challenges in e-commerce, customer expectations, and supply chain efficiency, setting clear warehouse management goals is critical for success in 2025. A well-optimized warehouse is no longer just about storage; its a strategic asset that drives profitability and customer satisfaction.

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How Inclusion, Equity & Diversity Impact Supply Chains?

All Things Supply Chain

Supply chain organizations must be efficient, strategic and aligned with modern values.

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The Future of Automated Fulfillment: Trends to Watch in 2025

Invata Intralogistics

As we look ahead to 2025, the landscape of automated fulfillment continues to evolve rapidly. For businesses striving to stay competitive, it’s crucial to understand the emerging trends shaping this dynamic field. From advanced robotics to data-driven optimizations, the future of automated fulfillment promises efficiency, precision, and scalability like never before.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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What You Need to Know About Fleet Vehicle Leasing

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post What You Need to Know About Fleet Vehicle Leasing appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Three Strategies for Optimizing Your Results in “Returnuary”

BlueYonder

January marks the start of a brand new year. That means consumers everywhere are making resolutions, joining gyms, journaling, cutting back on alcohol and calories, and engaging in other self-improvement activities. Unfortunately for the worlds retailers, consumers are also returning products. A lot of products. Whether its unwanted Christmas gifts, that dress they never wore to the office party or the holiday punch bowl that wasnt needed after all, retailers are seeing a veritable blizzard of r

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My Favorite AI Use Cases

Supply Chain Shaman

Traditional supply chain planning was defined by the theory of constraints and the Deming Wheel of Plan, Do, Check, and Act (PDCA) philosophies. The PDCA cycle, advocated by Deming in the 1950s, is based on the scientific method of proposing a change in a process, implementing the change, measuring the results, and taking appropriate action. This is the world of best practices.

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Staying ahead in a complex regulatory landscape

Taulia

Staying ahead in a complex regulatory landscape Predicting regulatory direction has always been difficult, but perhaps never more so than today. The challenge is uncertainty but also divergence. While there have always been differences in the regulatory environments around the world, today, countries and regions are heading in very different directions in some key areas.

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ToolsGroup Unveils Inventory.io to Deliver AI-Powered Inventory Optimization for Retailers

ToolsGroup

New solution debuting at NRF 2025 reduces stockouts and markdowns, driving profitability BOSTON January 13, 2024 ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, today announced the launch of Inventory.io, an AI-powered solution designed to simplify inventory management and enhance profitability. Inventory.io empowers retailers to achieve inventory excellence by maximizing margins with every inventory decision, even in the face of market uncertainty.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 17, 2025)

Talking Logistics

Im attending a funeral later this morning for a family friend. He died unexpectedly last week. His wife came home from having dinner with friends and found him unresponsive in bed. Based on family history, he likely suffered a heart attack. He was 64 years old and had retired less than 2 years ago. Earlier. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 17, 2025) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Taking Academic Ownership of the Supply Chain Emissions Discourse

SCM Research

I am very happy to announce that I have co-authored a new article, Taking Academic Ownership of the Supply Chain Emissions Discourse , with Felix Creutzig. In this editorial, published in the Journal of Supply Chain Management , we emphasize the need for SCM researchers to actively engage with the issue of supply chain emissions, which we define as the total greenhouse gas emissions generated by the entire network of interconnected and interdependent actors involved in all value-related activiti

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Driving Digital Product Passport Compliance

Supply Chain Insights

Digital Product Report v4.0 Abstract In 2027, manufacturers selling into the European Union will be forced to comply with new compliance legislation for the Digital Product Passport. Time is short, and the impact to the supply chain is large. The legislation dictates the movement from a single use linear supply chain to circularity along with environmental impact transparency for the consumer.

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Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain and Logistics with Katie Date

The Logistics of Logistics

Katie Date and Joe Lynch discuss reflections on Manifest , the premiere conference that unites the entire eco-system of Fortune 500 global supply chain executives, logistics service providers, innovators and investors at the forefront of logistics tech and supply chain. Manifest 2024, was bigger and better than ever and Manifest 2025 will be held February 10th 12th, 2025 in Las Vegas.

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The Evolving Retailer's Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Shortage of space, lack of labour: Overcoming ongoing challenges in 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Wouter Satijn (pictured) Sales Director, Joloda Hydraroll The post Shortage of space, lack of labour: Overcoming ongoing challenges in 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How to Build Responsible and Resilient Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Companies need to understand their environmental impact and the risks they face, as well as the collaborative opportunities that mitigating and adapting to such risks presents.

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Transforming Warehousing: Unlock New Opportunities with Geek+

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Transforming Warehousing: Unlock New Opportunities with Geek+ Synopsis We are excited to announce an event where we delve deeper into Geek+ and our transformative solutions for the warehousing industry. What to Expect: Reintroducing Geek+: Discover our three core solutionsShelf-to-Person (STP), Tote-to-Person (TTP), and Pallet-to-Person (PTP). Learn how these innovative solutions set us apart in the market and provide distinct advantages that empower businesses to optimize their warehouse operat

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The Vertical Warehouse: How Mezzanines Improve Space Optimization

Locus Robotics

Home January 14, 2025 The Vertical Warehouse: How Mezzanines Improve Space Optimization Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager Warehouse design doesnt just involve planning for sprawling square footage. You also need to think about vertical space intelligently. As eCommerce orders increase and new retail spaces become scarce, businesses are finding ways to expand and optimize their warehouse by growing up instead of out with mezzanines and pick towers.

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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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UK Government Launches AI Opportunities Action Plan

IT Supply Chain

By Dr. Kjell Carlsson (pictured) Head of AI strategy, Domino Data Lab The post UK Government Launches AI Opportunities Action Plan appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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A Look Back at Biden's Supply Chain Legacy

Supply Chain Brain

Joe Biden may have been a one-term president, but his time in office could end up being defined by his impact on U.S. supply chains in the years following the pandemic.

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Key Supply Chain Takeaways for 2025

Tecsys

As anyone in our industry can attest as we step into 2025, one thing is clear: The need for adaptable and resilient supply chains has never been more critical. The last few years have seen an accelerating pace of change across the industry, driven by economic shifts, geopolitical tensions, technological advancements and environmental pressures. With uncertainty expected to be a hallmark of 2025, the focus for supply chain leaders will be on building agile, responsive systems capable of navigatin

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How to Make Your Supply Chain More Resilient

Logistics Bureau

If you’ve ever tried to buy a new car during the chip shortage or waited months for furniture delivery, you’ve experienced firsthand what happens when supply chains break down. These disruptions aren’t just inconvenientthey can make or break a business. Just ask any manufacturer who’s had to halt production because a single critical component wasn’t available.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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Making Tech Feel Less Like Rocket Science

IT Supply Chain

By Peter West (pictured) Content Writer The post Making Tech Feel Less Like Rocket Science appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Electronic Supply Chain: Adapt or Be Left Behind

Supply Chain Brain

Join a panel of seasoned industry leaders as they delve into the key trends shaping the electronics supply chain in 2025. In this engaging webinar, the experts will share actionable strategies to mitigate risks, optimize supplier relationships, and transform volatility into opportunity.

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East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Likely Averted - And Why a Diversified Port Strategy Make Sense

West Coast and California Logistics

The entire supply chain industry is breathing a cautious sigh of relief as the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative six-year master contract agreement with tentative an operative word. With this development, a potentially disruptive strike across US East Coast and Gulf Coast ports looks to have been averted.

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Is Nearshoring the Solution to Rising Transportation Costs?

Logistics Bureau

The explosion in globalisation, and corresponding reduction in transport availability over the last decade or so, have together kiboshed some of the factors which once fueled a steady growth in offshore manufacture and procurement. Added to the transportation issues, is the fact that labor is no longer as cheap in some popular offshore manufacturing locations as it used to be.

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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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Smodin Grader: Your New BFF in Grading

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Smodin Grader: Your New BFF in Grading appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Seeing the Forest for the Trees: EU’s Anti-Deforestation Reg Is Less Than a Year Away

Supply Chain Brain

As companies strive to uphold the rights of human workers in their global supply chains, they shouldnt overlook another critical concern of regulators: trees.

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FMCG Planning: Chocolate Challenges!

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

A diet beckons? Have you been brave enough to step on the bathroom scales yet or are you trying to ignore the inevitable weight gain? You may well have overindulged in chocolate during the holidays but do you still crave more? Get yourself and a large blue IKEA bag down to your local supermarket as chocolate is likely to be very heavily discounted. If you are planning in the medium term horizon, Valentines Day and Easter are not far away so why not save a little cash and stock up now - sell/use/