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3 Strategies To Improve Supply Chain Agility

C3 Solutions

The modern supply chain is growing more and more complex every day. With new technologies popping up, digital tools for all functions one can think of, and then some, supply chains now don’t necessarily need to run lean. Instead, modern supply chains need to be agile to be relevant. With companies struggling to manage inventory across global networks, volatile markets, and uncertain global conditions, shipping companies, freight forwarders, and other stakeholders will likely face increasing cost

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Is Your Supply Chain Ready for the Impacts of Inflation?

Supply Chain Brain

The manufacturing supply chain has been bruised and battered in the last few years, and the hits keep on coming: the pandemic, extreme weather, geopolitical challenges, the Great Resignation, and a wave of retirements – and now, global inflation.

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Achieving Maturity in Risk Management Takes Years

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply Chain Risk Management Solution from riskmethods. If I was asked to vote for the most interesting solution set that has come to the fore over the last few years, my vote would be for supply chain risk management solutions. AGCO Stayed Nimble during the Pandemic. For AGCO, a public company with over $11 billion in revenues, a supply chain risk management application helped the agricultural equipment manufacturer stay agile during COVID.

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Food Supply Chain Issues

Elementum

The global food supply chain has grown exponentially over the last few decades, creating complexity and challenges that translate into empty store shelves and a lack of basic provisions. Recent shortages have highlighted the need for robust, future-proof supply chain management systems that far exceed the capabilities of conventional inventory control processes.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Cybersecurity and Supply Chain Risk: Time for Action

Supply Chain Brain

Lone hackers, rogue nations and cybercrime syndicates have a big agenda in common: Alone or collectively, they can bring the global supply chain to its knees.

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Managing Returns: 5 Factors to Review Before Implementing Your Returns Strategy

All Things Supply Chain

Your eCommerce returns policy is critical to convincing consumers to click the Buy button.

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Revolt against cashier-less checkouts is starting to register with retailers

IT Supply Chain

By David Jinks M.I.L.T (pictured). Head of Consumer Research, ParcelHero. The post Revolt against cashier-less checkouts is starting to register with retailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Fulfillment IQ Story with Ninaad Acharya

The Logistics of Logistics

Ninaad Acharya and Joe Lynch discuss the Fulfillment IQ story. Ninaad is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ , a transformational supply chain solutions provider for companies that dare to disrupt. About Ninaad Acharya. Ninaad Acharya is the Co-founder and CEO of Fulfillment IQ, an ecommerce fulfillment product studio that supports brands, retailers, and 3PLs with bespoke solutions.

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Editor’s Choice: How the EV Boom is the Oil & Gas Market

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from GEP and look at the impact of EV boom on the oil & gas market. The rising popularity of electric vehicles (EV) is not only reducing the consumption of diesel and gasoline in the transportation sector but also impacting oil and gas exploration and production activities.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Editor’s Pick: July U.S. Container Import Volume Maintains Record Trend for 2022 as Port Congestion and Delays Persist

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this recent post from Descartes’ blog, Chris Jones analyzes July 2022 data related to U.S. ocean ports and import volumes.

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The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! - Supply Chain Game Changer™

Supply Chain Game Changer

Emerging from the pandemic and the global Supply Chain disruption that it caused, we are now entering the Supply Chain Renaissance.

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The Ruan Story with Ben McLean

The Logistics of Logistics

Ben McLean and Joe Lynch discuss the Ruan story. Ben serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the U.S. About Ben McLean. Benjamin McLean serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the United States. Ben joined Ruan in 2007 and served in a number of corporate and operational roles, including COO and CIO, before assuming his current role in 2015.

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Innovations in E-grocery

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from KNAPP and looks at innovations in e-grocery. Food retailers are predominantly depending on central fulfillment centers (CFC) and micro fulfillment centers (MFS) to process their e-commerce orders.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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DELMIA Communities Month in Review

DELMIA Quintiq

Hello and Welcome to the Month in Review for August 2022! There is a lot more than what is shown below – visit the communities to see the exchange of information and ideas between members and DELMIA experts this month. With eight active communities, you are sure to find at least one to suit your DELMIA interests. We welcome you to connect with us, exchange and share on the DELMIA Communities.

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Traceability – You Want It, You Need It, But How Do You Get It?

Logility

In this Q&A, industry expert and Logility EVP and principal Mark Burstein describes the current business climate and spells out how the fashion industry should respond to increasing pressure to embrace supply chain traceability maturity. Mark’s experience as a business strategy consultant for large global brands puts him in a unique position to provide clear vision and implementation guidance for Logility’s digital supply chain platform.

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How RealTime Traceability Can Improve Sustainability, Productivity, and Transparency in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

With realtime traceability, the precise nature of anomalies and inefficiencies can be identified allowing manufacturers to take quick and decisive measures

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Can Blockchain Cut Its Ties to Cryptocurrency?

Supply Chain Brain

Does blockchain truly hold promise for creating a more efficient supply chain, or will it be dragged down by the lead weight known as Bitcoin? .

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Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

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What is Supply Chain Planning Software and How Can it be Used Effectively? Part 1

DELMIA Quintiq

In this blog series, I’ll take a look at the current state and future evolution that can be expected within the world of supply chain planning software through the lens of Dassault Systèmes DELMIA. You will discover: A detailed overview of what supply chain planning is An explanation of the importance of supply chain planning for manufacturers A breakdown of the key elements in supply chain planning including demand planning, supply planning, sales and operations planning, production scheduling,

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Conquer Inventory Challenges in the Era of Supply Chain Disruption

Logility

It’s a complex problem, but you can successfully optimize inventory levels with the right approach and technology. Key Takeaways: Inventory optimization takes a proactive approach, which isn’t possible without insights from your entire supply chain Obtaining these insights requires end-to-end supply chain visibility Optimizing inventory levels is complex, and the right technology solutions are required Managing safety stock is one way to ensure you have product, but there’s a trade-off MEIO,

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What Soft Skills Used in Healthcare Can Be Transferred to Business?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 6 Ways Healthcare Professionals Can Prevent Occupational Hazards! A healthcare career is something that a lot of people feel drawn to. It’s a way of helping others that can be extremely rewarding. And it’s ideal for people who want to feel as though they are making a difference through the soft skills used in Healthcare.

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Best Buy Says Supply-Chain Strains Are Improving Heading Into Fall

Supply Chain Brain

Consumer-electronics retailer Best Buy added to the mounting signs of ample capacity and receding freight rates, with a note that transportation markets are “stabilizing and moderating” heading into the fall peak season.

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Five Best Practices for Balancing Costs, Risks, and Sustainability

In the face of volatile macroeconomic conditions and other complex challenges, supply chain and procurement pros must strike a tough balance between seemingly contradictory demands: boosting performance and sustaining and extending business operations, all while meeting customers’ needs. This GEP paper provides impactful tips on how to develop a strategic procurement approach that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.

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ThroughPut’s Revolutionary Demand-driven, AI-based Pricing Solution Enables Businesses to Dynamically Adapt to Capacity Constraints and Maximize Profitability

ThroughPut

Breakthrough AI-powered solution eliminates dead stock, beating leading pricing software while leveling the field for fast-growing businesses competing with global players . PALO ALTO, Calif., September 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — ThroughPut Inc., the Industrial AI Supply Chain pioneer, today announced updates of its Pricing and Promotion software capabilities, which leverage AI to predict demand and accordingly inform pricing and promotion strategies to maximize profitability.

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Better Together: Logility and Parker Avery Group Announce Partnership

Logility

Partnership leverages consulting firm’s deep expertise in retail, grocery, and CPG with powerful cloud-based digital supply chain platform. ATLANTA (August 30, 2022) – Logility, Inc., a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, and The Parker Avery Group, a leading retail and consumer goods consulting firm, announced that they have formed a strategic partnership.

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D2C eCommerce Explained (& Why You Should Consider It)

Unleashed

Direct-to-consumer (D2C) eCommerce has exploded, as start-ups and traditional outlets alike flock to the efficient, cost-effective sales strategy. Amid the pandemic-fuelled rise in digital sales, customers are increasingly looking to cut out middlemen and deal directly with a manufacturer. The rise of D2C has been accelerated by the Covid pandemic, as customers have turned to eCommerce and looked for ways to save.

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Will Passage of the CHIPS Act Resolve Supply Chain Issues?

Supply Chain Brain

Passage of the CHIPS Act came at an opportune time, as chip manufacturers had suspended plans to build new fabrication plants in the U.S., saying they wouldn’t proceed without U.S. government subsidies.

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The Art of Consistent Perfect Order Delivery: Smart Order Fulfillment Through Orchestration

Shippers and logistics service providers are pressured to match the “Amazon effect” for fast and efficient service across multiple B2C, B2B, and D2C channels. Perfect order delivery - on-time and in-full at the lowest possible cost – is critical. However, recent surveys of supply chain stakeholders reveal that many don't have the technology necessary to achieve it.

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6 Reasons To Hire an IT Consulting Firm!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Hiring a Software Development Team – Pros and Cons! Technology has undoubtedly revolutionized the way business is conducted. Every industry has seen transformative technological innovations that have enabled them to become more productive and efficient. As a result, the demand for information technology and IT consulting services has also increased. .

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Why & How To Calculate Work In Process (WIP) Inventory Value

IT Supply Chain

By Amanda Nelson (pictured). Professional Content Writer. The post Why & How To Calculate Work In Process (WIP) Inventory Value appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Elements of Supply Chain Management

Elementum

The supply chain management process is comprised of a number of steps, which can usually be organized into five categories: Planning and forecasting Sourcing and procurement Manufacturing Logistics Handling returns As demonstrated by the recent food supply chain issues , a failure in one area can lead to disaster. Recent issues highlight the many challenges to supply chain management.