Loginext
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Are you a Fast Casual chain going online? Here are some tips from technology experts Online food delivery has been on an upward trend in the last few years and with the pandemic striking in 2020, the trend has skyrocketed. In a rather grim situation for people and businesses globally, some industries have got a […].
Seebo
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
The Case for Predictive Quality Management. The post Predictive Quality: Why is it Critical for the Food Production Industry? appeared first on Seebo Blog.
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SCJunction
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Retail history and social psychology offer a glimpse into how the pandemic could change consumers' attitudes, behaviors and spending habits, which will impact on your supply chain and distribution in interesting ways.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Over the last few months, I’ve seen stories about people receiving random, unidentified seeds in the mail. Usually, the package came from China and had something else listed as the contents on the outside. However, once it was opened, there were just seeds with no description. The USDA in July said the packages were most likely part of a “brushing” scam, in which people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then posts false positive […].
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Today is September 11. As a kid who grew up in Brooklyn with a view of the Twin Towers from my bedroom window, I will never forget. Where were you on September 11, 2001 when the planes hit the towers? How I yearn, sometimes, to go back to my childhood bedroom, back to those hot. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 11, 2020).
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Freightos
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Special thanks to Lars Jensen, CEO at Sea Intelligence Consulting and Zvi Schreiber, CEO of Freightos Group for their input and insights for this report. . Shipping containers are like scotch. . It’s hard to predict what demand will be like for products like these ahead of time. Just take a look at pricing fluctuations for Suntory’s Yamazaki 12 Year Old.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
When it comes to managing your freight spend, there are a few options to consider. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Connected supply chain systems rely on the advancement of sensors, analytics, and real-time data to make informed decisions and reduce inefficiencies. This advanced supply chain, known as supply chain 4.0, says McKinsey & Company, includes “the application of the Internet of Things, the use of advanced robotics, and the application of advanced analytics of big.read More.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Why did the need for Digital Yard Management Systems surge during the pandemic? Digital Yard Management Systems (YMS) play a critical role in helping companies automate processes and offset the impacts of the global pandemic and other supply chain disruptions. It didn’t take long for global supply chains to take center stage during the worldwide. Read more The Growing Need for Digital Yard Management Systems.
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.
ToolsGroup
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
How Do You Turn a Good Demand Forecast into the Optimum Inventory Plan? Your customers don’t care if you have a great demand forecast. They care if you have the inventory they want when they want it. But carrying too much inventory can reduce profits and might not be practical for some items such as fresh goods. How do you turn a good forecast into a great inventory plan?
SCM Research
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
In today’s guest post, Glenn Richey and Beth Davis-Sramek highlight what will guide them in their tenure as the new Co-Editors-in-Chief of the Journal of Business Logistics. What a pivotal time for those of us engaged in logistics and supply chain research! As the world experiences a global pandemic on a scale that no institution was fully prepared to handle, its effects have reverberated throughout supply chains across all industry sectors.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The omnichannel peak season for 2020 will be an entirely new beast in logistics. The days of planning for a gradual ramp-up to peak season have vanished. Meanwhile, the need to maximize the value of the existing supply chain technologies has never been higher. As noted by Supply Chain Dive, “Some manufacturers (31%) do not.read More. The post Breaking Down the Barriers to New Technologies During Omnichannel Peak Season appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
Kuebix
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Fall is approaching and with it comes back to school season. However, Covid-19 has left the 2020-2021 academic year looking different than previous ones. School districts throughout the U.S. are deciding between in-person, online or a mix of the two instruction styles for their students. Many of the country’s major K-12 schooling systems including Los […].
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
Logility
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in supply chain planning is not a passing fad. AI and ML are fundamentally changing supply chain. There are early indications the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated adoption rate as efforts to adapt to this disruption explore ways to make better decisions faster. Is your company ready to embrace artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities?
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
The Logistics of Logistics with Joe Lynch. Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss The Logistics of Logistics podcast including its founding, evolution and future. Joe Lynch is the host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast. About Joe Lynch. Joe Lynch is the host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast, where he interviews logistics and supply chain leaders.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
The ability to offer the same delivery is rapidly becoming a differentiator among retailers and other shippers. According to Business Wire, “The same day delivery market in the US is poised to grow by $9.73 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of about 22% during the forecast period.” For reference, e-commerce is anticipated to.read More.
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
No-one could have predicted over a year ago that a global pandemic would shut down economies all over the world; throw supply chains into chaos due to panic buying and…
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.
Arkieva
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
When and how to invest in supply chain management technology is a critical question for all firms that is not a one-time question but ongoing. This blog will observe the real business value is “survival and responsiveness” and elaborate on the challenges with this evaluation. Invest in Supply Chain Management Technology: Survival and Ability to Respond to Emerging Challenges was first posted on September 9, 2020 at 10:40 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this fee
CHAINalytics
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Many warehouses and fulfillment operations are being stress-tested as a result of COVID-19. If your warehouse is laid out in a classic aisle pattern, your fulfillment efforts may not be as efficient as they could be leveraging fishbones. Your warehouse layout directly affects efficiency In my 30+ years as a supply chain operations consultant, I’ve … The post Warehouse Design: What’s the best layout for speed?
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
By John Maguire (pictured). Managing Director of Narrow Aisle Ltd. The post Efficient & safe omni-channel picking appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
From raw profitability and growth to the ability to delight customers with quick turnarounds, supply chain optimization is the missing ingredient for many organizations in a wide range of industries.
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Adexa
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Supply chains need to be digitalized to become resilient not to just react and respond. Predicting potential issues and being ready is very different from virtually running around performing what-if this and what-if that! Resilience means having the capability for the system to adjust and recommend what to do and what the expected outcome is. For the supply chain to be resilient, the right policies need to be in place and for the system to be in place and for the system to be intelligent enoug
Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Nothing can be accomplished and no vision can be realized without leadership. But even the best leaders know that any goal that they are trying to achieve will inevitably mean some level of change. They need Change Management. This change may manifest itself in changing business processes, changing job responsibilities and roles, changing organizations, changing infrastructure, changing products and services or even completel
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
By Bryce Boothby (pictured). MPO Board Advisor. The post What Value Is Customer Loyalty? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Enterra Insights
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Far too many people believe the legacy of slavery is an historical artifact — it’s not. People around the world are still being held in forced labor conditions. The staff at Global March Against Child Labor reports, “In recent years, those concerned with the issues of trafficking, forced labor, and slavery have begun to focus on supply chains as a new arena of action with a focus on girls and young women.
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.
Freight Plus
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Back in March of this year, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, got the opportunity to talk with Anthony Petitte of TruckPark about his solution for something every over the road trucker has to deal with, parking. Well since our interview, TruckPark has been BOOMING and we had to get Anthony on the show again to give an update. But this time we are going to include Joshua Walls, COO and Co-Founder of TruckPark.
o9 Solutions
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
This article has also been published on Business Wire. Avon, one of the world’s leading direct selling beauty companies, will deploy :o9 Solutions’ next-generation, AI-enabled platform for Control Tower and Integrated Business Planning. Dallas, 10 September 2020. :o9 Solutions announced today that Avon, one of world’s leading direct selling beauty companies, will deploy :o9’s next-generation platform.
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
By Andrew Tavener (pictured). Head of Marketing at Descartes. The post UK Business ill-prepared for post-Brexit Customs Complexity appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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