Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I should have known better. I work in supply chain. Even worse, I work for a company who makes solutions to help companies solve these kinds of problems, which I listen, speak and write about for a living! What was the problem? I ordered a table online without checking reviews sufficiently. If I had done due diligence, I’d have seen the warnings – the retailer had pretty pictures on their website, but their supply chain failed them, creating an eleven-month saga and unhappy customer.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sustainable supply chains are not just beneficial for society and the environment; they’re crucial for a business’s future prosperity. This is because such chains influence capital acquisition, regulatory compliance, and customer loyalty. Big investment decisions that touch the core supply chain are always hard to make, especially if the returns are not quick.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The methodology known as ESSA — for eliminate, simplify, standardize and automate — can help supply chains overcome an abundance of unusable technology as they pursue digital transformation.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The following is a Supply Chain Matters guest contribution by Dan Ahearn, Supply Chain Strategist in IT Integration and Digital Transformation. The allure of tech-driven warehouses is irresistible—be it pick-to-light systems, voice recognition , RFID , or even drones and autonomous vehicles and I love it all. I found Bob Ferrari’s Supply Chain Matters series on leveraging control layers to leverage both legacy and state-of-the-art tech for last-mile delivery efficiencies fascinating … but it l

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A generic approach to training is not the solution to the increasing range of challenges facing procurement teams. This means that skills enhancement across wider roles is required for procurement professionals, with a focus on role-specific learning. Fine-tuning your procurement team’s capabilities enables them to meet the exact needs of their roles in your organization.

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John Galt

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Explore how supply chain planning technology helps build supply chain resilience to navigate challenges from climate change.

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ModusLink Corporation

OCTOBER 16, 2023

3PL in Modern Supply Chains Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving global business landscape, supply chain management has become more complex than ever. Companies face the challenge of meeting customer demands for faster delivery, maintaining cost efficiency, and adapting to ever-changing market dynamics. To address these challenges, many organizations are turning to Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 17, 2023

As China’s economy slows, its leaders worry that emerging foreign government and transnational corporate strategies focused on trade with China will make matters worse. In many respects, they only have themselves to blame. Supply chain disruptions during the pandemic highlighted global dependence on Chinese manufacturing — and those dependencies raised serious concerns among China’s trading partners.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As supply chains continue to navigate unprecedented challenges – from product and labor shortages to generational workforce shifts and accelerated digital transformations – building ecosystem trust will be critical to business success.

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Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Rodanthe is one of my favorite beaches. During the summers when I lived in Atlanta, I would pack my bikes on top of the car and head to this wonderful, and what was then a remote beach on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. In the mornings, I would bike to a wonderful bakery, eat an Apple Ugly (an amazing pastry) and sit and drink coffee while staring at the ocean.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Supply chain and logistics functions have been one of the most volatile in the global economy of the last four years. The overall volatility was punctuated by shortages that were themselves brought about by the global COVID-19 pandemic. However, the immediate changes in consumption patterns and the subsequent “get out of the house” rebound were quickly followed by widespread inflation and the Ukraine war.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Streamlining pre-shipping efforts creates efficiency and visibility In an IDC research survey, supply chain executives agree, “visibility, agility, supply diversification, and collaboration strategies” are the top responses for companies to mitigate supply chain risk from disruption. Furthermore, supply chain visibility and collaboration are essential for providing sufficient insights and time to react effectively.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Andy Johnston and Joe Lynch discuss modernizing the warehouse. Andy is the Senior Director of Innovation at GEODIS , a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. About Andy Johnston Andy Johnston joined GEODIS in 2012 and currently serves as the Senior Director of Innovation for the Americas region.

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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.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The journey for S&OP is a road with many ruts and potholes. In my opinion, the road is tougher today because it is paved with good intentions but creating ruts. I am also amazed. In my twenty years of following the progression of S&OP as an analyst, I am amazed at the number of “experts” with so little expertise. Let me start by saying that t he process is not a panacea to solve all supply chain ills.

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 20, 2023

How to achieve patient-centric supply chains in the pharmaceutical industry that are more responsive and resilient.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2023

If you had a time machine, would you travel to the past or the future? I go back and forth on this question. At the moment, I would travel to the past. How far? Certainly back to before social media was created. Or maybe back to before nuclear weapons existed? I’m not sure if it’s. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 20, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Green Corridor: The Circular Journey 3 conversations Needed for Asset Management in a Sustainable World by Timothy Foote, Founder of Susymbio Things degrade and deteriorate over time. The world takes its toll through use and natural degradation on assets: handles break, roofs weather, metal rusts. Human assets also change over time. Employees mature and move onto different roles and responsibilities.

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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

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Arkieva

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Scenario planning provides a framework and set of tools to help planners pinpoint risks and opportunities, offer recommendations and more. Using What-if Scenario Planning to Balance Supply and Demand was first posted on October 17, 2023 at 8:16 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home October 17, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This is part three of our blog series, “Dynamic Fulfillment 101.” Missed the first two posts? Click here for part one and here for part two. Last week, we talked about the three components of cost-based fulfillment optimization – ship cost, labor cost, and expected revenue. This week, we’re going to explain how Dynamic Fulfillment ties all of these elements together to find the absolute best fulfillment solution for each individual item.

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Logility

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Why Network Optimization Is the Key to Consumer Packaged Goods Supply Chain Resiliency It has been a few years since the onset of the pandemic exposed the tragic consequences of supply chain fragility within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Now that just enough progress has been made to rebuild and strengthen these operations, a sense of “normalcy” has been restored consumer access of desirable products.

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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.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Inflation in the grocery sector has remained stubbornly high and consumers are changing their behavior in response. Grocery sector journalist Sam Silverstein reports, “While grocery spending was up modestly in June, the government’s latest retail sales data underscores how significantly the landscape has shifted for the industry since the start of the year.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Evolution of Asset Management: Humans, Inventory and the Rise of AI by Jeroen Hendriks , Director at Art of Supply Chain Sdn Bh In the ever-evolving landscape of organisational success, the spotlight is now on asset management. This multifaceted discipline encompasses the art of meticulous planning, strategic acquisition, vigilant maintenance, and purposeful disposal of assets, all united in the common cause of propelling an organization towards its objectives.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Supply chain decision-makers are caught in a balancing act of competing priorities. To analyze the tradeoffs, many are investing in digital technologies. Often, however, that investment has yet to yield positive results.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 19, 2023

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post Starting an Online Casino: Supply Chain Management Strategies appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 18, 2023

You’ve read our top takeaways , and now it’s time to see what attendees are saying about ICON London. In their own words, here’s what Blue Yonder associates, partners and customers are saying about the groundbreaking supply chain event: For a comprehensive dive into Blue Yonder’s announcements and future roadmap presented at ICON London, explore the full press release here.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Evolution of Asset Management: Humans, Inventory and the Rise of AI Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine In this edition we have several news updates, interesting & enlightening articles and contributions on people & management – topics which are most crucial to the development of the Supply Chain Industry across regions as well as globally.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Much of modern-day technology aims to minimize or eliminate the role of people in business processes. Ironically, though, the creation of such systems depends on human experts — and there aren’t enough of them.

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