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COVID Has Fundamentally Changed the Profession of Supply Chain Management

Logistics Viewpoints

The toilet paper shortage was one of the COVID era events that taught people what the term “supply chain management” meant. It is common for pundits to look ahead and predict how an industry or profession will change. Sometimes, it can be more insightful to look backwards and note the chances that have occurred over the last several years.

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Overcoming Procurement delays

Prophetic Technology

Why manufacturers and developers in numerous industries are making buying decisions ahead of time?

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Addressing the Trust Problem in Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: The following is an excerpt of the presentation I recently gave at LabelMaster’s Dangerous Goods Symposium 2022 titled, “Addressing the Trust Problem in Supply Chain Management: Why It Matters.” You can watch the full presentation on demand at the event website, where you can register to watch all past and upcoming presentations by. Read more Addressing the Trust Problem in Supply Chain Management.

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Cognitive Control Towers: A 360 Approach to Actionable Visibility

IT Supply Chain

By Bryce Boothby (pictured). MPO Board Member. The post Cognitive Control Towers: A 360 Approach to Actionable Visibility appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

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

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What Business Structure Should You Choose For Your Startup?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 6 Ways to Attract Investors to Your Startup Business! One important thing you need to decide when setting up your startup is what type of business structure to choose. There’s no right or wrong answer. The structure you pick will very much be determined by your specific business and your goals.

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Automating Risk Management to Improve Employee Safety in Warehouses

IT Supply Chain

By Dr Paul Rivers (pictured). CEO of Guidance Automation. The post Automating Risk Management to Improve Employee Safety in Warehouses appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How to Achieve a More Sustainable and Environment Friendly Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Start Your Business’ Sustainability Journey in 5 Steps! A sustainable and environment friendly supply chain is a key component for any successful business. It helps companies to manage their resources more efficiently, reduce costs, improve quality and increase productivity.

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The Reality, Promise and Limits of Artificial Intelligence

Supply Chain Brain

Just what is artificial intelligence, anyway? In its ultimate form, will it model, augment or replace human thought?

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The collective importance of being cyber aware

IT Supply Chain

By Gunnar Peterson (pictured). CISO at Forter. The post The collective importance of being cyber aware appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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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This Week in Logistics News (September 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

YES! Finally. McDonald’s is launching a retro-themed boxed meal (Happy Meal) for adults that includes a collectible figurine of a classic McDonald’s mascot – Birdie, Grimace, Hamburglar, or the new Cactus Buddy. McDonald’s is collaborating with Cactus Plant Flea Market on this initiative. The adult themed boxed meal will be available for a limited time from October 3 – 30.

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ToolsGroup Welcomes Pierre Custeau as Chief Technology Officer

ToolsGroup

Montreal-based executive brings extensive experience in AI-driven SaaS technology. BOSTON — Oct 6, 2022 — ToolsGroup , a global leader in AI-driven retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, announces it has appointed Pierre Custeau as Chief Technology Officer. . As CTO, Pierre will lead ToolsGroup’s software technology strategy and teams to engineer retail and supply chain planning software solutions that deliver maximum value to customers. .

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Going ‘Lean’ Brought Us to Diminishing Returns, Resilience Will Serve Us Better

CHAINalytics

Lean supply chain management is all about efficiency, and any excess is seen as waste, which must be removed. The past three years have been an example of the unintended consequences of this practice, and how it may not be the best approach to handle to volatility faced by today’s supply chains. Over-application of lean … The post Going ‘Lean’ Brought Us to Diminishing Returns, Resilience Will Serve Us Better appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Where Are You Investing in 2023?

Arkieva

Investments typically fall into the familiar categories of people, process, and technology. So, what does this prioritization mean? Where Are You Investing in 2023? was first posted on October 4, 2022 at 7:58 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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FourKites Visibility 2022: Learn. Connect. Be Inspired.

Logistics Viewpoints

Last week I attended FourKites Visibility 2022 in Chicago, IL. It was nice to be back at an in-person event, networking with peers, learning from subject matter experts, and taking in the sights and sounds of Chicago. As the tagline said, I was there to learn, connect, and be inspired. I’d say that the conference did not disappoint on any of those three points.

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What You Need To Know About The State Of The Retail Worker Shortage

ToolsGroup

Retail workers are at the heart of the economy, making the continued retail labor shortage a top challenge for retailers–one that appears here to stay. Some headlines provide hope, with statistics showing improvement, while others give mixed messages. For example, according to a recent PwC survey, acquiring and maintaining talent is one of the top two risks for business executives.

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How Artificial Intelligence Bolsters Global Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

The continued disruption of supply chains suggests that the challenges of the COVID-19 era have been more than a blip in an otherwise stable period of global business. It’s time to take proactive action to prepare.

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6 Logistics KPIs Attributes That are Essential

SCMDOJO

Logistics KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) measure how well an organization logistics function is performing. They’re used to evaluate the effectiveness of operations and identify areas for improvement. Logistics KPIs examples can vary from Basic 5 Logistics KPIs to a detailed list of 47 , which you can get from here. Logistics is the central system that controls physical inventory flow in a supply chain.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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Editor’s Choice: Last Mile Delivery: Challenges And Solutions For Superior Consumer Experiences

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 FarEye and examines the challenges around last mile delivery. With the continued growth of e-commerce, last mile delivery has become more important than ever for consumers and more complex and challenging for shippers.

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Manufacturing Day 2022

Enterra Insights

“US manufacturing may be poised for an overhaul and a rebound,” according to analysts from McKinsey & Company, “with a potentially significant impact on the nation’s overall economy.”[1] They go on to note that, even without a rebound, manufacturing already makes an impact on the economy. “In the United States,” they explain, “manufacturing accounts for $2.3 trillion in GDP, employs 12 million people, and supports hundreds of local economies.

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The Dynamo Story with Santosh Sankar

The Logistics of Logistics

Santosh Sankar and Joe Lync h discuss the Dynamo story. Santosh is a Co-founder & Managing Partner of Dynamo Ventures , a supply chain and mobility investor, focused on pre-seed and seed-stage opportunities, and invests only in enterprise (B2B and on occasion, B2B2C) business models. About Santosh Sankar . Santosh Sankar is a Co-founder & Managing Partner of Dynamo Ventures.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 30, 2022)

Talking Logistics

Hurricane Ian left a path of destruction in southwest Florida on Wednesday (following Hurricane Fiona’s destruction in Puerto Rico earlier this month), and as I write this, it is strengthening again into a Category 1 storm and heading toward Georgia and the Carolinas. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone directly affected by these storms.

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Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!

What is Remote-Insourcing? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Not anymore. Remote-Insourcing isn’t outsourcing—it’s a revolutionary staffing model that lets our clients fill key entry-level positions with top-tier, loyal, long-term talent, integrated seamlessly into their businesses—just like local employees but without the turnover or W2 HR hassles. With under 4% unwanted attrition, you train once and keep the same team for years.

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Five Mistakes Companies Make in Managing Supply Chain Risk

Supply Chain Brain

T he pandemic has inflicted serious damage in the last two and a half years, but there may be a silver lining for companies smart enough to take advantage of the opportunity to develop a more resilient supply chain. .

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How To Beat The Algorithm & Not Let Your Online Presence Go Out

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured). Content Writer. The post How To Beat The Algorithm & Not Let Your Online Presence Go Out appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Supply Chain Tetris

Demand Driven Technologies

You’ve probably already played Tetris, right? The colored bricks, of various shapes, fall from the top of the screen. It’s up to you to orient them as they fall, so they fit into each other. The completed rows disappear while earning points and the player can fill in the empty spaces again. If you are. Read more. Source.

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A Manufacturing Day Look Into the Future: Sustainable and Digital

QAD

Manufacturing Day is all about paving the way for the next generation to see themselves in our field and sustain manufacturing into the future. Around the US, companies and schools are collaborating to give students a peek into our exciting world of modern manufacturing. Half the battle of getting young people into manufacturing is an exercise in educating them about what our interests are (and in many cases, that they even exist!).

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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.

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The Visible Supply Chain: Adapting to a New Standard of Accountability

Supply Chain Brain

While ESG efforts have long aimed to increase transparency, many leaders are realizing that we’re moving past bare-minimum standards into an era of full visibility.

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Customer Service Recognition Day: Don’t fall at the first hurdle at a time when every customer counts

IT Supply Chain

By Brian Atkinson (pictured). Vice President & General Manager EMEA, Five9. The post Customer Service Recognition Day: Don’t fall at the first hurdle at a time when every customer counts appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Procurement Analysis: a Game Changer for Purchasing Strategically

Precoro

With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. Nowadays, procurement departments not only focus on the day-to-day buying operations but also search for the most efficient ways to go about them. To navigate complex and fast-paced markets, an agenda of spend analysis is introduced as a part of the procurement function.