Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
This November is a layoff season. As pink slips ripple through Silicon Valley to over 120,000 workers following a time of overexuberant hiring, it is a time for both sadness and reflection. The end of this chapter in Big Tech occurs, it is time for a reality check. As supply chain leaders face heightened demand uncertainty and extreme supply chain disruption, the answer is not going to come from Silcon Valley.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
The new generation of consumers is changing demand patterns, making them more unpredictable than ever before.Succeeding under these conditions begins with three simple changes.
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SYSPRO Smarter ERP
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
It is no secret that the manufacturer and distributor sectors have been some of the hardest hit by the global health crisis and recent geopolitical instability. In many cases this has forced decision-makers to take a step back and reassess the bigger picture and implement changes where necessary to meet the growing need for agility and resilience. At the center of many of these changes is a re-tooling which has seen the integration of key digital technologies designed to help businesses cope wit
Elementum
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
…And Why Good Data Paves the Path to AI for Supply Chain. The importance of good data for business operations of all kinds has become a kind of truism in our technology-enabled world. Even those of us who don’t have daily, direct tasks involving data, nonetheless feel its reach and pervasiveness. And we feel it even when we’re not at work: whether we’re driving to a new location with turn-by-turn advice from our phones, ordering something online, or visiting the doctor’s office, the ubiquity and
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
The entire world is gearing up for the 2022 FIFA World Cup , held in Qatar from Nov. 20 through Dec. 18, 2022. Over the course of four weeks, 32 teams and over 1.7 million fans will descend on Qatar for this event — which marks the first time an Arab country has hosted the World Cup. In all, 3 million spectators are expected to attend 64 World Cup games spread across eight separate stadiums.
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IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
By Andrew Bithell (pictured). Senior Account Manager, CTS. The post Why Analytics is Changing Peak Season for Digitally Savvy Retailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
As we near the end of 2022, supply chain and logistics executives are busy preparing their strategies, plans, and budgets to deal with the inflation, uncertainty, and risks that are clouding the year ahead. One key objective for dealing with these challenges is improving supply chain resilience, which includes improving supply chain visibility capabilities and.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured). Content Writer. The post 8 Factors to Keep in Mind for Industrial Businesses appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Trend
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
There was a lot of interest and commentary on my last post on the Automating of Routine Collaborative Decisions in S&OE. So much that I decided to do a webinar with my colleguae Ruan Van Vuuren. Especially the below schematic got a lot of reactions. It shows for a large global beverage business, what decisions could be automated in the S&OE horizon.
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.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
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 Chetan Chaudhari at GEP and examines the ongoing aluminum can shortage. This shortage is the culmination of various ongoing issues – geopolitical tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war, the rapid shift in consumer buying behavior and container freight availability.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
“The logistics industry was built for a world that we no longer live in.” If you had to boil down why the past two years have been so challenging for supply chain and logistics professionals into a single sentence, that would be it. The quote is by Lior Ron, CEO of Uber Freight, from his. Read more Uber Freight Deliver 2022: “A World We No Longer Live In” The post Uber Freight Deliver 2022: “A World We No Longer Live In” appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gon
The Network Effect
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
The post Supply Chain Platforms for Complex Defense Organizations appeared first on The Network Effect.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As I noted in the initial installment of this article, discussions about digital transformation (DX) often include foundational concepts upon which successful digital transformations can be built. The articles discuss such things as digital transformation strategies, stages, pillars, building blocks, and layers — and they are often provided in a bulleted format or “by the numbers.” In my earlier article, I discussed some recommendations for getting started (i.e., taking the first ste
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
C3 Solutions
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Do you know the risks your supply chain operation is facing?
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Inefficient. Unproductive. Expensive. Dark spots and data gaps in the supply chain are more than annoying. They’re costly, time-consuming and result in high amounts of extra effort. With inflation running rampant and unexpected events around every other turn, productivity and efficiency in the supply chain have never been more important. After all, dark spots and.
The Network Effect
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The post Critical Capabilities for defense Supply Chains (Part 1) appeared first on The Network Effect.
All Things Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Ukraine says Grain Deal will be Extended Following a United Nations brokered deal, to allow exports of Ukrainian grain from the Black Sea, is set to be extended by a…
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.
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Josh Allen and Joe Lynch discuss Tive’s validated, real-time visibility for pharma. Josh is CRO at 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 Josh Allen . Josh Allen joined Tive in April of 2022 as Chief Revenue Officer to build out the go-to-market team as the company continues to scale at a rapid pace.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
“We need to know what is going on with sheep.” So wrote the 9-year old daughter of former FCC Chairman Ajit Pai in her notebook, according to a tweet posted by Pai. Then comes this story from China, as reported by The Daily Mail, about “a flock of sheep [that] has been caught walking round. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 18, 2022).
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Grocers, like other retailers, are seeing the impact of inflation on consumer behavior. Emily Moquin ( @emilybmoquin ), a food and beverage analyst, reports, “Persistently high inflation in the grocery category has led to persistently high consumer concerns. The share of U.S. adults who say they are ‘very concerned’ about grocery inflation has remained high, even outpacing concern over inflation in general.”[1] Since food expenditures rank second, housing being first, and
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As businesses pursue digital transformation, five supply chain values are being made possible by digitization.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
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Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
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 SAP’s blog, Xuan-Yen To highlights the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) passed in Germany (which.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
By David Strauss (pictured). VP, Strategic Partner & Enterprise Solutions at e2open. The post Royal Mail strikes leading up to Christmas appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Professional truck drivers are experiencing app fatigue, the growing exhaustion of too many mobile applications available at their fingertips. .
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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.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
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Arena Solutions
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
It’s getting harder for product manufacturers to compete successfully in today’s global economy. According to research, approximately 40% of developed products do not meet their commercialization targets 1 , 2. And only 55% of product launches take place on schedule 3. These statistics are not surprising as more and more companies grapple with part and labor shortages, ever-changing regulatory requirements, and increasing product complexity.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By John Davis (pictured). Director, UK & Ireland, SANS Institute, EMEA. The post Barclays says Black Friday scams on rise appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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