Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
Yesterday, I spoke at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Leaders Forum on innovation. The presentation focused on nine themes. One of the nine was blockchain. I asked the audience for a show of hands to understand how many of the supply chain leaders in the room were testing blockchain. I saw no raised hands. Later that afternoon, I hosted a webinar featuring blockchain case studies.
ToolsGroup
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
Editor's note: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no blog post next week. The problem with strategic network design is when it accounts for service time but not service level. That is, it accounts for the time it takes to serve customers, but not the probability that a certain percentage of the orders will be delivered within that time. It optimizes the network, but it doesn’t optimize inventory across the network – a shortcut that can lead to a different network once the inventory i
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GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Analysts predict that by 2020, 75% of new cars will feature IoT connectivity. The percentage increase describes consumer applications, but the idea of connected vehicles should garner interest from other sectors such as shipping, logistics, and transportation. Leaders in these industries would be wise to plan for a future where AI and the IoT transform transportation management.
Kinaxis
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
by Alexa Cheater Mesmerizing. Motivating. Magical. That’s how best to describe the experience of hearing famed Canadian astronaut and former commander of the International Space Station (ISS) Chris Hadfield address the crowd at Kinexions, our annual user and training conference. Hadfield’s inspiring presentation focused on preparedness, failure and what it takes to blast into the future.
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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.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
Karen Sage, Chief Marketing Officer at MercuryGate, addresses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why is converting data into actionable intelligence so important today? What are the main challenges shippers and logistics service providers face in this area? How have BI/analytics capabilities in TMS evolved over the years?
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GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
The days of managing inventory in warehouses with pen and paper have disappeared. In their place, warehouse management systems have risen to make managing inventory easier, and these systems provide tremendous benefits, explains Rick Register of Inbound Logistics. Let’s take a look at the top five benefits of a warehouse management system. A Warehouse Management System Saves Space.
Kinaxis
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
by Dr. Madhav Durbha These days, not a single supply chain conference I attend goes by without someone mentioning Blockchain. Given the growing chatter, I wanted to share my views on the topic. In fact, my interest in Blockchain further increased as I started dabbling in Bitcoin, an application of the Blockchain technology. As per Wikipedia, a Blockchain is a continuously growing list of records, called blocks , which are linked and secured using cryptography.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
Our industry has gone through some significant changes in the last 10 years and we’re likely to go through even more thanks to factors like omni-channel, autonomous trucks and increasingly complex routing. The good news is that a transportation management system (TMS) can give you one of the strongest return on investments (ROIs) of any supply chain management software – if you can find the right one for your organization.
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Extra SKUs sneak onto price lists when nobody is looking. Sales & Marketing colleagues prefer new launches with lengthy SKU lists different flavours, different sizes, different colours, new packaging etc. How many shelf facings do they want? How do these decisions get through S&OP meetings? (You do run an S&OP process, don't you?). Do you know this SKU proliferation is likely to affect your customer service?
Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
The shipping capacity crunch is not a new topic, but the end of 2017 is shaping up to reveal an unprecedented crunch, reports Chris Brady of Logistics Viewpoints. An active hurricane season, the forthcoming implementation deadline for electronic logging devices (ELD) and record-shattering projections for the upcoming holiday shipping season reflect some of the top factors affecting the current state shipping capacity crunch.
River Logic
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
DALLAS, November 14th, 2017 — River Logic today announced its new partnership with Opportune LLP , a global energy advisory firm. Opportune adds value to their clients by utilizing their deep energy industry supply chain expertise to improve financial and operational results.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
The digital currency called Bitcoin has been in the news recently as its value has skyrocketed to over $6,500 per coin, with speculators pouring money into exchanges hoping to make an easy profit. As Bitcoin becomes more popular (and controversial!), the technology behind Bitcoin, called blockchain, has gained interest as well. However, Bitcoin is not blockchain, and the blockchain is not Bitcoin; let’s delve a bit deeper into the subject.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
“What’s driving the focus on last-mile delivery?” asks Adrian Gonzalez (@talkinlogistics).[1] He points out, “Over the past couple of years, … Continued. The post Getting Creative in Last Mile Logistics appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
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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.
Oracle SCM
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
Stephen McCartney, ASR - Supply Chain Management. I recently attended a roundtable event in London hosted by one of our partners, KPIT. The topic was on trade compliance and it brought together transport organizations, retailers, consultants, manufacturers and technology providers. The aim was to stimulate a debate and discuss the business challenges and opportunities that are affecting trade compliance globally, including the impact of Brexit.
Arkieva
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
As supply chain professionals and SCM technology enthusiasts, our conversations and discussions are often forward-looking. Sometimes, it’s essential to focus on the here and now, before looking ahead. In this post, we’ll cover some of the basics of what supply chain management entails, and why it’s a critical component in fueling supply chain innovations.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Author’s note: I have jury duty today. The last time I reported for jury duty, seven years ago this month, I got selected as a juror for a murder trial and spent almost three weeks in court. Those were also the first three weeks of me going off on my own and starting my own company. I think I earned less than $100 for my time served — not a great way to start off financially, but serving as a juror was a worthwhile experience nonetheless.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Like wildflowers in spring, blockchain technology has burst forth as a topic in supply chain circles. Just three years ago … Continued. The post Will Blockchain Revolutionize the Supply Chain? appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
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
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 6:00 PM, JDA Labs and Google are hosting a meet-up at the JDA Labs office in Montreal. The meet-up will focus on data streaming and machine learning with the Google Cloud Platform. Machine Learning through Google Cloud Platform’s Dataflow. Maxime Legault-Venne from JDA Labs will speak about solving machine learning delays.
Arkieva
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
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Supply Chain 24/7
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Microsoft has teamed with SAP Ariba and Intrigo Systems to create a scalable, modern cloud-based platform to support the efficient, cost effective manufacturing of its most popular products, including the Xbox and Surface.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
The world gets more complex every day. New knowledge is being generated; politics are creating new concerns; weather patterns are … Continued. The post Technology is Driving Transformation to the Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
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.
NFI Industries
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
As in many areas of logistics, visibility during the ocean shipping process continues to be a challenge for both shippers and carriers alike. Shippers are constantly seeking new ways to gain more visibility into their supply chain to ensure on-time deliveries and meet cost guidelines. Meanwhile, ocean carriers are trying to engineer the best routes.
ModusLink Corporation
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
We all like new gadgets. Whether it’s the latest phone or the fanciest car or the smartest smartwatch, we love having the newest and flashiest device on the market. And this isn’t limited to our personal devices – companies also love being on the cutting edge, implementing the newest and smartest technologies their industry has […]. The post Don’t let your Physical Supply Chain get Left in the Dust appeared first on ModusLink Global Solutions.
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
In part 1 of this blog series , we took a look at how innovation is changing the supply chain and the evolution of different warehouse types and processes. Part 2 of the series took a deeper dive into the adoption of technology within the distribution center (DC), how technological innovation processes in DCs are poised to change over the next few years and the path and obstacles to automated DCs.
Material Handling & Logistics
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Imports take a breather as retail shelves are fully stocked for peak season. After months of record-setting volume as retailers stocked up for a busy holiday season, imports at the nation’s major container ports will be essentially flat this month compared with the same time last year, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report from the National Retail Federation and consulting firm Hackett Associates.
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Manufacturing & Logistics IT
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
The latest Robert Walters UK Jobs Index has revealed that procurement and supply chain vacancies have risen across the UK, with the number of jobs available in the third quarter of 2017 up 7% compared to the same time last year.
Supply Chain Network
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
Global trade continues to accelerate both in volumes and complexity. If you don’t agree, just take a look at Alibaba and their most recent Singles Day where products were purchased from 192 countries! To get a feel for this growth, the number of tons shipped by ocean containers has multiplied many times over, in fact almost 17 times from 102 million tons in 1980, to 1,720 Million tons in 2016!
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 17, 2017
“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” is the advice we often get at life’s difficult moments. The other bit of mildly needling advice is that “it’s not what happens, it’s how you deal with it that counts.” It turns out that science underpins these truisms, and moreover, there are important lessons for economies, corporations and individuals to be learned.
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