DAT Solutions
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Remember when retailers dedicated a few shelves to candy and costumes? Today there are entire stores selling Halloween merchandise, and spending has nearly doubled in the past decade.
My Office Apps
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Why You Need to Upgrade From QuickBooks, and How to Transition Easily. Do you feel that your business is outgrowing basic accounting software like QuickBooks? Well, it may be a sign that you’re doing something right – your business is growing. While QuickBooks is undoubtedly the first choice for business startups, and warehouse management due to its affordability and simplicity, it has its limitations.
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Repl Group
OCTOBER 2, 2019
What would it mean to your retail business if you could test changes to your global IT systems overnight? What sort of competitive advantage would that give you? This isn’t a theoretical question for some retailers: they’ve already benefited from testing automation which has significantly reduced the time it takes to fix bugs, enhanced their systems, accelerated development projects and decreased cost.
AIMMS
OCTOBER 1, 2019
With rising supply chain complexity, organizations are racing to improve the pace and quality of decision-making. To do this, many are relying on prescriptive analytics. According to Gartner, 11% of mid and large-sized enterprises currently have some form of prescriptive analytics. This will grow to 37% by 2022. AIMMS has been in the market of prescriptive analytics (otherwise known as mathematical optimization) since 1989.
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The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 4, 2019
The rise of e-commerce was a significant change for supply chain managers and leaders. Customers now have access to anything their hearts desire, and inventory management has become a new animal. The right application of warehouse management analytics can enable significant growth for companies, forced to focus on smaller package sizes, not the pallets and.read More.
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ToolsGroup
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Study shows most companies are still formulating and gaining support for a digital strategy, and fear of change is the biggest roadblock. By George Fowler, group vice president, Spinnaker Supply Chain. Has your company initiated a digital transformation initiative? What’s driving you, or holding you back? If you’ve not yet embarked on your digitization journey, you seem to be in good company.
AIMMS
OCTOBER 1, 2019
With rising supply chain complexity, organizations are racing to improve the pace and quality of decision-making. To do this, many are relying on prescriptive analytics. According to Gartner, 11% of mid and large-sized enterprises currently have some form of prescriptive analytics. This will grow to 37% by 2022. AIMMS has been in the market of prescriptive analytics (otherwise known as mathematical optimization) since 1989.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Listen to “The Role of Supply Chain Technology for More Effective Inventory & Warehouse Management” on Spreaker. Supply Chain Technology Downloadable Resources Why Blockchain will Create Extreme Supply Chain Management Optimization Download White Paper A Guide to Maximize the Use of TMS Download White Paper The Digital Supply Chain: The Landscape, Trends, Types, and the.read More.
Descartes
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Descartes Launches Advanced Analytics Solution Using Microsoft Power BI for Logistics and Supply Chain Operations WATERLOO, Ontario, October 1, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced the availability of Descartes Analytics™, an advanced analysis and reporting solution that is designed to help enable customers to leverage the wealth of data that is contained within Descartes’ so
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2019
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. If your home was on fire, would you want firefighters to attempt to douse the flames with an old manual bucket line? Of course not. You would want them to use the most modern, effective equipment available.
Kinaxis
OCTOBER 3, 2019
by Polly Mitchell Guthrie Talent is top of mind for most executives as fuel for the future – but it is approaching a crisis in the supply chain world. For the past four years, hiring qualified supply chain workers has been cited as the biggest company challenge in the annual survey conducted by MHI and Deloitte Consulting. As older workers retire, a new crop must be hired and gain experience to replenish the gap, but the supply chain employee of the future requires digital skill sets that
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Today is October 4th, a date on the calendar that until 8 years ago was just another day for our family. The sun rose like it always did. We got dressed, ate breakfast, and started our day. But before the sun set, life as we knew it had changed. October 4, 2011: the day my. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 4, 2019). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 4, 2019) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 1, 2019
The final mile is everything in logistics, and according to David Meyers of Supply Chain 24/7, significant challenges exist in the final mile. These challenges contribute to higher costs and poor visibility within the final mile, tarnishing brand experiences and opening the door to the risk of stolen packages and upset. In today’s age, a.read More.
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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
OCTOBER 4, 2019
We have written extensively about the future of self-driving vehicles on this platform. And while we usually stick to autonomous trucks and mobile robots, we occasionally look at the current and future state of autonomous cars. As Elon Musk continues to build his empire, with a nod to the autonomous trucking world, one has to wonder how the public feels about autonomous vehicles.
ToolsGroup
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
PRESS RELEASE. ToolsGroup Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape Worldwide Demand Planning Market Report. BOSTON (September 30, 2019) ToolsGroup, a leader a global leader in supply chain planning software, has been named a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Demand Planning 2019 Vendor Assessment. . ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ supply chain planning software models supply chains with precision and decodes demand uncertainty for reduced cost and increased profitability and planne
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Delivery has always been part of the order fulfillment process, but it’s only been in recent years that it has emerged from the shadows, from being a cost center and a back-end process to becoming a competitive differentiator and a key driver of customer experience. Everything can go perfect on the front end of the. Read more Rent the Runway: The Consequences of Failed Delivery.
C3 Solutions
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Yard and dock management impact each operation within your supply chain. Non-standard, manual processes are among the most significant problems affecting an operation. Manual processes contribute to issues in scalability and create additional stress for your staff. Upgrading systems to reflect the latest, best-in-class systems can help manage workflows for your team, reduce the risk of delays, and much more.
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
QAD
OCTOBER 1, 2019
After World War I, Czechoslovakia had a tumultuous history, but with the Velvet Revolution of 1989, the country was able to return to democracy. In 1993, the country split into two components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. By 2016, the country converted to the short name of Czechia, although it still uses the Czech Republic name in formal matters.
ToolsGroup
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Digital transformation is a radical rethinking of how an organization uses technology, people, and processes to improve business performance. But even with the wealth of potential benefits, the majority of companies are still kicking the tires and looking for use cases. ToolsGroup and Spinnaker asked supply chain professionals how they’re formulating their digital strategies for 2020.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“I believe in the power of shared data and technology to build a better future.” Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen probably didn’t have supply chain in mind when he said this, yet the statement resonates truer than ever in our industry. Shared data and technology have the power to propel supply chain performance to new levels. Read more Ugh. As If. Applications Are So Yesterday.
Material Handling & Logistics
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Fear of change and data challenges are roadblocks to companies adopting a digital strategy
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.
ivalua
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Peter Smith, Managing Director at Procurement Excellence Ltd. If Procurement people, functions and organisations are going to be successful, it is obvious that we have to adapt to the changing wider business and social environments. Remember that Darwin did not actually talk about the “survival of the fittest” – he talked about the “survival of the best-adapted”.
Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 1, 2019
For a number of years, business analysts have been preaching the gospel of transformation in supply chain operations. Glenn Steinberg ( @GlennSteinberg ), global and Americas supply chain leader at EY, observes, “You’ve been hearing about ‘the supply chain of the future’ for years. How it will provide end-to-end visibility. How it will self-manage customer inventories.
Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) Overview! What You Need to Know! (Video). All of the technologies that we hear about every day, from Blockchain to Virtual Reality, have many areas of applicability in both our personal and business lives. But in the area of Supply Chain, which truly spans the entire operations of most any company, these technologies provide the platform to totally redefine how the work of Supply Chain is con
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Customer experience is disrupting and changing the supply-chain world from the inside out.
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RFgen
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Honeywell’s latest handheld devices deliver leading hardware solutions for warehouse mobility. Honeywell has been bringing their A-game when it comes to new cutting-edge mobile hardware. How do Honeywell’s latest devices fit into your warehouse operations? Let’s find out. In this review, I’m going to be talking about the Honeywell Dolphin CK65 and Dolphin CN80 mobile computers, and the vehicle-mounted Thor VM1A.
Enterra Insights
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Twenty-five is generally considered an age at which people have matured sufficiently to contribute to society and get on with life. The Digital Age is now a quarter century old, but many pundits believe the transformations it has spawned remain in their infancy or adolescence. Former IBM executive Irving Wladawsky-Berger traces the origins of the Digital Age to the release of the Netscape browser in December 1994.[1] He writes, “The browser made it much, much easier for the average person
Kuebix
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Fall is here and retailers are already preparing to get in the holiday spirit! Many businesses announced their seasonal hiring plans before summer ended. A recent Indeed holiday hiring survey indicates that holiday job searches per million job seekers rose by 11% in comparison to last year. The unemployment rate is holding steady at an […]. The post Retailers and Carriers are Increasing Labor Ahead of the Holiday Shopping Season appeared first on Kuebix.
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