Talking Logistics
JULY 21, 2022
We live in an age when our technology devices are so intuitive that any 3-year-old can download the apps for Pokémon, Lego Duplo World, or their favorite game in 30 seconds on an iPhone. As professionals, we often wish that the technology we use in our work lives was equally intuitive and user-friendly, especially since. Read more How to Make Technology a Friend, Not a Foe.
C3 Solutions
JULY 20, 2022
When we hear the word ‘agile,’ most would think of athletes and fitness. But in business parlance, agility is understood differently. It is the ability to adapt seamlessly. This agility or flexibility is an important aspect of various business systems in use today. In the context of supply chains and logistics, agility refers to how quickly businesses can adjust to the latest developments in the industry.
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Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 18, 2022
Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President Supply Chain, Ferguson. Ferguson PLC, value added distributor of plumbing and heating products, came out with their third quarter results on June 14 th. In the nine months ending April 30 th they generated over $20 billion in revenues, grew by 27 per cent, and generated three quarters of a billion in operating profit.
The Logistics of Logistics
JULY 22, 2022
Julien Seret and Joe Lynch discuss the micro-fulfillment opportunity. Julien is the Vice President of Network Supply Chain at Attabotics , the world’s first 3D robotics supply chain system for modern commerce. About Julien Seret. Julien Seret is Attabotics ’ Vice President of Network Supply Chain, where he oversees the fulfillment and delivery services business model.
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
Talking Logistics
JULY 18, 2022
Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal video commentary.
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Logility
JULY 21, 2022
Every business ? regardless of size, industry, or market ? can relate to the same challenge: customer frustration. It’s incredibly complicated to pinpoint when an order will ship and when it will arrive. Components and raw materials are still in short supply, logistics services remain delayed, and demand shifts and shocks are consistently unpredictable.
Arkieva
JULY 20, 2022
It’s the midpoint of summer and a good time to catch up on “summer reading”. For us at Arkieva, that means digging into industry reports and predictions. Here are a few articles that recently caught our eye. Suggested Summer Reading from Arkieva was first posted on July 20, 2022 at 7:53 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.
Talking Logistics
JULY 22, 2022
Shortly after Facebook started talking about The Metaverse and changed its corporate name to Meta, another “-verse” was introduced: Icelandverse. As the video explains, “The Icelandverse is unlike any other open-world experience with ‘-verse’ in name, because it’s real. Plus, you don’t need a funny-looking VR headset.” My wife and I just returned from The.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 18, 2022
Supply chain shortages make securing the goods people need and want tremendously difficult. Sometimes, such issues cause mere annoyances or mean consumers must wait longer for non-essential items.
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.
Supply Chain Insights
JULY 21, 2022
Abstract. Supply chain is easier to say than define. The Supply Chains To Admire report analyzed improvement, performance, and value for the years 2012-2021. Twenty-two companies outperform their peer group. Supply Chains to Admire 2022 – Report v4.0-web. Powered By EmbedPress.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 19, 2022
The right tools and processes will mitigate the impact of supply chain disruptions — and even offer strategic competitive advantage.
Talking Logistics
JULY 20, 2022
It’s halftime. Unlike the Super Bowl, there are no funny commercials or halftime shows to keep us entertained. Chances are the first half of 2022 didn’t go exactly as planned, just like in 2020 and 2021. So, the question now in the supply chain locker room is, what adjustments do you need to make to. Read more Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2022).
Enterra Insights
JULY 20, 2022
The late business guru Stephen Covey once stated, “There are three constants in life… change, choice, and principles.” Supply chain professionals, currently struggling with a relentless stream of challenges, can attest to how rapidly the world is changing and how difficult the choices are they have to make. And, in some cases, those choices involve principles supporting human rights.
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
IT Supply Chain
JULY 19, 2022
By Sachin Jangam (pictured). CPG, Retail & Logistics Lead, Infosys Consulting. The post Smart, data driven stock-buying initiatives will be the key for supermarket survival appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
West Coast and California Logistics
JULY 21, 2022
Weber Logistics has promoted three key company leaders to vice president roles, strengthening the company's ability to help customers drive supply chain excellence in an increasingly complex marketplace. All will report to Weber EVP & CFO, Maggie Movius.
Talking Logistics
JULY 19, 2022
Who was America’s first business consultant? A good candidate would be Frederick Winslow Taylor, the “scientific management” guy from 100 years ago. Born in 1856, Taylor’s ideas about how to most efficiently organize factory work tasks were present at the creation of mass production in the early 1900s. Once popular. At the. Read more Why Resiliency Is The New Efficiency – And What You Can Do About It.
Enterra Insights
JULY 19, 2022
Time and again pundits have insisted that some changes in consumer behavior brought about by the pandemic are likely to last. One of the behaviors to which they often point is an increase in online purchases. Even before the pandemic, consumers were trending towards more online shopping — making the digital path to purchase and omnichannel operations important for manufacturers and retailers.
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.
Procurement Academy
JULY 22, 2022
Negotiation is key to business success. Successful negotiation involves good interpersonal and communication skills used together to bring a desired result. For procurement professionals, it’s a core skill that’s essential to be well practiced in. A good negotiator can ensure the right prices are secured, which makes a significant contribution to an organization’s success.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 18, 2022
By Allen Brown (pictured). Content Writer. The post What Goes Into The Making Of Food Products? Find Out Here appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2022
Don’t hold your breath waiting for global supply chains to return to some state of “normal” anytime soon.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JULY 19, 2022
Manufacturers are facing a unique set of constraints and efficiency has never been more important to the industry than now. Businesses are continuously trying to find ways to maximize productivity and reduce waste to remain competitive in the global marketplace. Since its beginnings as the Toyota production system, lean manufacturing has impacted the way industries produce goods and when implemented correctly it will deliver desirable benefits like improved quality, lead times and productivity.
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QAD
JULY 21, 2022
Supply chain leaders have been hearing about – and suffering from – the bullwhip effect for quite a while now. What is it and what can we do to strengthen supplier relationships, improve demand and supply chain planning, and simplify supplier collaboration? What is the Bullwhip Effect? While it’s been around for decades, the bullwhip effect has reared its ugly head recently in response to the unprecedented impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic combined with existing weaknesses in the supply chain.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 19, 2022
By Guy Parry-Williams (pictured). Founder, Imedia8. The post The metaverse gimmick & the forgotten value of video appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 19, 2022
The number of attacks on global supply chains is skyrocketing. .
BlueYonder
JULY 20, 2022
In today’s DIVE In blog, Kristin Szekat, Innovation and Incubation, VP at DHL, shares her thoughts on diversity and inclusion, personal anecdotes, and advice to r each your goals in our “Fearless Females of Supply Chain” Blue Yonder Live. A Blue Yonder customer, Kristin has over 20 years of experience in logistics and supply chain. She offers insight into the obstacles she has faced and how confidence and believing in oneself is the most vital ingredient for success.
Advertiser: GEP
Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.
Herlitz Inventory Management
JULY 20, 2022
In the past 12 months, we published two blog posts titled Inflation is Back Up – Are you Ready? and Use Forward Buying to Gain Profit During Inflation , which explores the benefits of inflationary profits for wholesalers. One of our customers even called this period “a chance of a lifetime.” That was when Janet Yellen and the Fed thought inflation would be “transitory.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 20, 2022
By Ross Slogrove (pictured). UK Country Manager, Ringover. The post No more fun in the sun appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 17, 2022
The U.S. could establish a more resilient supply chain and protect the economy from global disruption. Without government aid, intervention and subsidy, however, this is no more than a pipe dream.
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