GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Managing OTR transportation through disruption is a complex process. As market volatility continues to challenge supply chains, shippers are looking for solutions to help create consistency. We’re sharing seven best practices to improve OTR transportation management, enabling shippers to stay competitive in the face of disruption. Let’s take a closer look at how to turn these practices into action. 1.
DELMIA Quintiq
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Increasingly distributed supply chains across the world have made logistics services more important than ever, but this also highlights a crucial issue that continues to grow: resource shortage. Many logistics companies face shortages in drivers, trucks and containers, leading to an inability to make all deliveries and creating product shortages. This is a serious obstacle to many sectors—especially retailers and logistics service providers, who need a solution that enables them to increase thei
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AIMMS
DECEMBER 1, 2021
The post Model Sustainability Trade-offs in Supply Chain Network Design to Reduce Emissions appeared first on AIMMS.
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 2, 2021
With Christmas goods in stores before Halloween this year, I thought there was no reason that we shouldn’t also get a jump on 2022 predictions. Many major challenges of 2021—capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortage—are rolling over into 2022 and, in addition, the environment and machine learning are becoming more important for logistics and supply chain professionals.
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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.
Logility
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Your customers want t o know where their food and drinks have been, not just where th e y’re going. It’s time for more authentic traceability in the F&B industry. Formaldehyde and borax were once commonly used in meat preparation. That’s now forbidden. In short, here’s what happened. In 1904, a writer researching a new book went undercover for nine months in a Chicago meatpacking plant.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Freightos
DECEMBER 2, 2021
A Freightos survey of 300+ companies sheds light on how importers have been navigating supply chain disruptions. What’s changed in a year? You might not think about shipping containers and ocean freight when you click “buy” on your Amazon order, but there’s a direct connection between the two. When ocean container rates spike, so do the prices we pay.
ToolsGroup
DECEMBER 2, 2021
There’s been a lot of change in how we view supply chain demand forecasting: we moved from a focus on supply—what and how much to supply or replenish—to the demand-driven supply chain, which placed too much emphasis on the intermediate goal of an accurate demand forecast. To make matters worse, traditional demand forecasting solutions weren’t designed for high variability demand.
C3 Solutions
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
For carriers, losing money is a substantial upset. Detention time (greater than two hours wait time) costs drivers between $1.1 to $1.3 billion on average per year, as reported within the 2020 Detention Time Survey. With the constant fluctuation in supply and demand causing changes in transportation prices, it is imperative that additional procedures are implemented.
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 3, 2021
The Tive Story with Krenar Komoni. Krenar Komoni and Joe Lynch discuss the Tive story. Krenar is the CEO and founder of Tive , a leading provider of real-time supply chain visibility insights that help logistics professionals actively manage their in-transit shipments’ location and condition. About Krenar Komoni. Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years.
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Shippers in the United States and Mexico are facing significant supply chain challenges. From trade imbalance and increased customer demands to cost pressures and tight cross-border capacity — there are no signs of improvement in the near future. With truck-to-load ratios at an astonishing 50 to 60 available shipments per truck, shippers are constantly competing.
Enterra Insights
DECEMBER 2, 2021
As the world becomes increasingly dominated by technology, many traditional boundaries have begun to blur. One example is omnichannel retail. Google analysts observe, “The line between online and offline shopping is growing increasingly blurry. Seventy-three percent of customers now describe themselves as ‘channel agnostic.'”[1] As a result they note, “Marketers must adopt an omnichannel mindset to be ready for people’s changing behavior, both today and tomorrow, an
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
It’s clear that we need a root-and-branch reimagining of supply chain models, to ensure that global trade can survive future crises like the one we’re enduring today.
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Understanding Uber Freight with Raj Subbiah. Raj Subbiah and Joe Lynch discuss understanding Uber Freight. Raj is Head of Product for Uber Freight , a logistics platform built on the power of Uber with the goal to reshape global logistics and deliver reliability, flexibility and transparency for shippers and carriers. About Raj Subbiah. Raj Subbiah is Head of Product for Uber Freight , Uber’s logistics business that seamlessly connects shippers and carriers across the US, Canada, and Europe.
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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
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Whether you’re consuming it at a restaurant, buying it at a grocery store, or getting it at a food bank, food is a basic necessity, which makes the logistics behind the food industry critically important. But the food supply chain has been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic similar to other industries, creating both challenges and. Read more The Final Mile in Food Logistics.
ivalua
DECEMBER 3, 2021
In recent years, sustainability has increasingly become a top priority for many organisations. The UN Climate Change Conference UK 2021 (COP26) resulted in another wave of agreements and net zero commitments. Many businesses, governments, and consumers are now acutely aware of the importance of taking action to prevent climate change. One of the UK’s net zero pledges requires listed UK businesses to release public plans for reaching climate change targets by 2023.
Logility
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Over the years, the fashion industry has championed a movement toward sustainable apparel, environmentally friendly production practices, and the elimination of forced labor. But a new layer of complexity now presents another existential topic: the chain of custody. I had the pleasure of discussing the role of chain of custody in supply chain traceability at the recent Traceability & Sustainability Conference , hosted by the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA).
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
The Enchange Supply Chain House ; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence.
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
DECEMBER 3, 2021
As we enter the last month of 2021, it’s clear from the long list of news items below that there will be no intermission in this supply chain show. The curtain will remain up and the disruptions, delays, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital investments, and new product introductions will remain on stage. And just when. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 3, 2021).
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
As the 2021 holiday season revs into full swing, supply chain snarls continue to plague seasonal sales. If current supply chain troubles weren’t enough to deal with, the rapid spread of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has everyone wondering whether living with Covid-19 is the new normal. Economics writer Brian Milner ( @bmilnerglobe ) poses a question that many others are also asking: “Is this a temporary crisis or something we’re going to have to live with long term?
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The New Customer Journey with Chris Jolly. Joe Lynch and Chris Jolly discuss the new customer journey. Chris is the founder of The Freight Coach , a company that stages transportation companies ranging from traditional freight brokerages, asset-based trucking companies looking to expand into brokerage, as well as technology companies looking to implement their product into the industry.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The post Procurement’s Critical Role in Boosting Supply Chain Resilience appeared first on Ivalua.
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.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
As we all know, supply chains are a complex system, and one of the most complex parts of it is global trade management and trade compliance. And none of it is getting any easier either. What’s changed or different today with trade compliance? Why is conducting a self audit important? What’s involved with a self. Read more [Video] Why You Should Conduct A Trade Compliance Self-Audit.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Back in 2005, when Cyber Monday was first introduced, the digital path to purchase was a lightly trodden offshoot of the traditional consumer journey. Over the years, however, online consumer traffic has steadily increased and the pandemic produced a dramatic spike in online sales. According to Wikipedia, the term “Cyber Monday” was coined by Ellen Davis ( @ellendavis ), when she worked at the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Scott Silverman ( @scottsilverman ), who at time was the Executive
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
Many organizations are shifting to localized sourcing, to overcome the delays and barriers that have emerged during the pandemic.
West Coast and California Logistics
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
According to FreightWaves , recent comments from drayage drivers at California’s major ports reveal that they are “drowning” in supply chain challenges such as long wait times, appointment system issues, and other inefficiencies.
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IT Supply Chain
DECEMBER 2, 2021
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Supply Chain Game Changer
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 5 Things Startups Must Know Before Launching a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)! Business partnership article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. The idea of starting a business partnership can be very exciting. It allows you to utilize complementary talents and shared resources.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 2, 2021
The procurement process is composed of symbiotic moving parts. When components don’t communicate efficiently, breaks in the supply chain occur, causing costly errors, lost time, and missed opportunities.
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