Talking Logistics
JULY 11, 2024
We’ve all experienced it: we order a small item online, like a pen, and it arrives in a box large enough to fit a toaster oven. Not only is this a waste of packaging material, it’s also a waste of space on trucks. Companies are effectively paying for shipping air. In late June 2024, the. Read more The post Shipping A Pen in a Giant Box appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 9, 2024
Shein plans to sell supply chain technology to companies around the world, raising fears that sensitive logistics and customer information could be seized by the Chinese government.
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IT Supply Chain
JULY 10, 2024
By Gerry Daalhuisen (pictured) Product Unit Lead Dock Scheduling & Yard Management, Transporeon The post eCMR: If not now, then when? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Jaggaer
JULY 10, 2024
Proven Techniques from Source to Contract By Georg Roesch, VP Direct Procurement In our recent guest article, Prof. Christian Heinrich, Co-Founder and Managing Director, carbmee, described “the 80% challenge” faced by manufacturing companies. The vast majority – namely, 80% – of the carbon emissions from manufacturing companies fall under Scope 3 carbon emissions , indirect emissions caused by suppliers of various inputs to a company’s operations, such as steel, iron, electricity and fer
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 8, 2024
KRONOS is a provider of titanium dioxide pigments. These pigments are used in a wide range of applications for whitening and brightening. KRONOS Worldwide, headquartered in Dallas, is a leading global producer and marketer of titanium dioxide pigments used in a wide range of applications. The company has thousands of 3,000 customers in over 100 countries.
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Supply Chain Matters
JULY 9, 2024
Production workers at Samsung Electronics have initiated a reported three-day labor disruption at the high tech, semiconductor and consumer electronics facilities in South Korea. According to a report from Bloomberg , The National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU) with upwards of 30,000 members has organized this action after ongoing talks did not satisfy worker demands.
John Galt
JULY 8, 2024
Explore best practices and strategies to optimize your supply chain and turn events like the Olympic Games into new opportunities for growth.
Locus
JULY 11, 2024
In today’s fast-paced retail environment, efficient logistics management is crucial for success, especially in a rapidly growing market like Saudi Arabia. The decision of businesses to invest in a retail logistics tech solution determines the efficiency of deliveries , quality of customer experience, and sustained business growth. This blog explores the top five retail logistics software companies in Saudi Arabia, highlighting their unique features, capabilities, and how they are transform
Exiger Perspectives
JULY 8, 2024
Acquisition of state-of-the-art product breakdown technology expands Exiger’s AI-driven multi-tier supply chain visibility, data and mapping capabilities WASHINGTON, DC. July 8, 2024 – Exiger , the market-leading supply chain and third-party risk AI company, today announced the acquisition of Versed AI. Born out of the University of Cambridge’s Language Technology Lab, Versed AI’s artificial intelligence technology accelerates the process of extracting and aggregating multi-tier supplier netwo
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“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
JULY 10, 2024
ARC Advisory Group has been covering the Supply Chain Planning ( SCP ) market for 17 years. The market has been growing at double-digit rates for several years, even during the pandemic. The pandemic brought home the need for companies to run agile and resilient supply chains. SCP is a critical application to help companies achieve better agility. Supply chain agility reflects a company’s ability to respond quickly to surges or plummeting demand.
Talking Logistics
JULY 12, 2024
Greetings from Burlington, VT, where the remnants of Hurricane Beryl dumped almost 2 inches of rain on Wednesday, and some additional rain yesterday. It’s dry today (so far), but there’s a chance of rain tomorrow when I’ll be cycling 100 miles (along with other Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team members) at the Breakthrough T1D. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 12, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Freightos
JULY 8, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 Gaurav Bajaj July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.
The Logistics of Logistics
JULY 12, 2024
Mike Kucharski and Joe Lynch discuss why new emissions standards could cripple the trucking industry. Mike is Co-Owner and Vice President of JKC Trucking , a leader in temperature-controlled transportation industry for over three decades. Summary: Why New Emissions Standards Could Cripple the Trucking Industry In this podcast, Mike Kucharski, VP of JKC Trucking, shares his insights on the challenges facing the trucking industry, particularly in light of new emission standards and the push toward
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
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 12, 2024
Last Thursday was the Fourth of July, and cities and towns across the country celebrated with fireworks displays to the oohs and aahs of large crowds. And while professional fireworks displays are generally safe, for the average person, setting up your own show can be very dangerous. In 2023, roughly 9,700 people were injured by fireworks in the US.
Talking Logistics
JULY 10, 2024
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post from Uber Freight’s blog provides a guide to managed transportation services, including its core components, how to implement managed.
Freightos
JULY 9, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home July 9, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.
Enterra Insights
JULY 11, 2024
Supply chain risk managers have a dilemma. Journalist Thor Benson reports that tuning out bad news might be good for their mental health; however, risk managers know tuning out bad news wouldn’t be good for business. Benson writes, “You’re reading about the horrors of the Israel-Hamas war, and then you’re reading about the horrors of the war between Ukraine and Russia.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 11, 2024
Organizations are struggling to secure the labor, knowledge workers and leaders they need to thrive — and logistics and supply chain-focused businesses have been hit particularly hard.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 7, 2024
By Guy Courtin (pictured) VP of Industry & Advanced Technology, Tecsys The post Top Reasons to Choose Cloud-Based Warehouse Management When Navigating Modern Supply Chain Challenge appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Freightos
JULY 8, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Empowering Freight Forwarders with AI: Insights from Industry Leaders AI Popup #2 July 8, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More For years, technology has been cast as a threat to freight forwarders.
BlueYonder
JULY 8, 2024
Last month, I had the pleasure of presenting at the 2024 Gartner ® Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo , held in Barcelona, Spain. While the event attracted over 2,000 attendees from all over the world, what struck me was that we’re all facing the same challenges today as supply chain professionals. The theme of this year’s conference was “Rethink Supply Chain” — and many of my personal conversations there revealed an urgency among supply chain professionals to drive transformational innovative.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
How can supply chain leaders implement a sense of predictability in an unpredictable market? By investing in talent and technology, such as artificial intelligence, that can support modern-day challenges.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 11, 2024
By Chris Timmer (pictured) CEO of Linnworks The post Streamlining Business Operations through Warehouse Optimisation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
The Smart Software
JULY 8, 2024
Inventory optimization software that supports what-if analysis will expose the tradeoff of stockouts vs. excess costs of varying service level targets. But first it is important to identify how “service levels” is interpreted, measured, and reported. This will avoid miscommunication and the false sense of security that can develop when less stringent definitions are used.
BlueYonder
JULY 10, 2024
July 10 is Chronic Disease Day, an annual initiative to raise awareness and advocate for people living with chronic illnesses. Blue Yonder associate Polly Bryant shares her story about growing up with Type 1 diabetes and how it has shaped her life today. Tell us about Type 1 diabetes and when you were first diagnosed. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas called islet cells.
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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 Brain
JULY 7, 2024
While there’s little disagreement among manufacturers about what they must do to cope with ongoing supply chain disruptions, there's a significant gap between intention and action.
IT Supply Chain
JULY 8, 2024
By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering the Digital Landscape: A Manufacturer’s Guide to Effective Digital Marketing Strategies appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Locus Robotics
JULY 9, 2024
Home July 09, 2024 Maximizing Warehouse Efficiency: Insights on Pick Velocity and Automation Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager At UPS Supply Chain Solutions , optimizing operations like pick velocity has become crucial for success. Thomas Stearman, Director of Industrial Engineering at UPS, recently shared valuable insights on my Warehouse Automation Matters podcast about enhancing warehouse efficiency through improved pick velocity and innovative automation strategies.
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