GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The decision to bring new technology into your existing warehouse operation should not be taken lightly. Modern technology enables a whole new level of collaboration , efficiency and better operations. However, simply wiping out your existing systems, which can represent millions of dollars in past investments, is not the answer. Your organization should invest in and manage supply chain technology integration, making the most out of your existing technology and new investments these steps. .

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 31, 2017

“Your inventory problem is scary because you’re selling out before you can make new items to meet demand”. That’s what Robert Herjavec from the TV show Shark Tank said to an aspiring clothing retailer after their pitch in Season 8. Many retailers agree that inventory can be scary. Why? Look at the recent performance of retailers J. Jill , Nike and H&M who missed sales projections, upset customers with out-of-stocks, and had to clear excess inventory through deep discounting.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

As the United States continues to recover from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, it seems unnecessary to warn supply chain risk … Continued. The post Weather Disasters Usher in New Era of Supply Chain Risk Management appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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NFI Industries

OCTOBER 31, 2017

As consumers increasingly turn to e-commerce to purchase goods and new technology such as automation becomes available, warehousing design will need to continue evolving to keep pace and accommodate these trends. Understanding the key components in design lays the foundation for an optimized operation that delivers results. With many elements to consider in distribution center.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

Logistics Network Optimization Software

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Hurricane Irma caused plenty of damage, that much is true, but it’s nothing compared to what she would have done to the southeastern coast of the United States if she had hit with full force. Luckily, she slowed from a Category 5 down to a 3 or 2 before hitting the bulk of land in her path. Puerto Rico and the islands, unfortunately, were not so fortuitous.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

My car crossed the 90,000 mile mark this week, which means something (or everything) will soon start to break down, like how I started needing reading glasses when I crossed the 45 year old mark. I’m bringing the car into the shop this morning for some proactive maintenance (translation: I’ll pay some money now to hopefully avoid paying a whole lot more money later).

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Last year, Alibaba Group reported Singles’ Day sales “totaled $17.8 billion of gross merchandise volume across Alibaba’s China and international … Continued. The post Singles’ Day: Are You Ready? appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

A lot hinges on your industrial supply chain operating smoothly, not least the survival of your business. However, computer downtime constantly threatens to derail supply chains all over the world. How then can the humble Industrial Computer Workstation serve to safeguard your supply chain? Computers of yesteryear would quickly succumb to dust and heat damage, rendering them useless, while severely disrupting industrial supply chains.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 2, 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. In part 2 of this 3-part series, which is based around The Warehouse of the Future report, we’re going to take 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.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

The other day I ordered some new cologne from a website I had used only once before. I received the order confirmation that they had accepted the order and I have been awaiting shipment updates ever since. They have not charged my credit card yet, so I wonder if I will receive my order or if it will arrive later than I requested. This is typically when I order a tequila in frustration and my mind goes into overdrive asking the basic question: What are the risks in their supply chain?

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Some people (even some communities) take Halloween very seriously. “Halloween has become a destination holiday,” writes Anne Marie Chaker (@AnneMarieChaker). … Continued. The post Halloween 2017 appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Oracle SCM

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Diego Pantoja Navajas , VP WMS Development. Maybe it’s the fact that high season is about to begin – but I get the same thoughts every year around this time. What are businesses planning to do to manage losses this year? It's an issue that raises its head annually – and it’s not a pretty sight. Two years ago it was reported by CNBC that the inability to efficiently manage inventory cost retailers $1.75 trillion dollars.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 31, 2017

When I joined the world of software as a business analyst from manufacturing, I was naive. How so? I never fathomed the amount of money that commissioned software sales personnel make selling software. This high level of compensation drives extreme behavior. In the selection of software, where the rubber meets the road, the sale of software often becomes a brutal and competitive battle.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Allison Fowler, Senior Director of Planning at LLamasoft discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: When it comes to supply chain planning, what are some of the challenges or limitations companies are coming up against today? How are they currently addressing those challenges? Is the line between supply chain planning and supply chain design starting to blur at the companies you work with today?

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Sam Walton once stated, “There is only one boss. The customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from … Continued. The post The Consumer is Boss on the Digital Path to Purchase appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Chris Richardson who discusses why choosing logistics as your major is a good idea. Logistics. This is an omnipresent term when people are suggesting careers for you. “You don’t know what profession to choose? Why don’t you consider logistics?”. It’s a rewarding profession, that’s for sure. But, what is logistics , really?

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Companies that change the way they operate from traditional linear manufacturing to a more natural-based process have a great future. When they can respond to demands of their customers on one side and their suppliers on the other, they can shape a new value stream. “How?” you ask. Well, it’s already begun. Companies have invested significantly in IT, but mainly for their transaction systems.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Having trouble keeping up with the latest supply chain, logistics, manufacturing and e-commerce industry news? Below, you’ll find the top articles and trends from October covering various sections of these rapidly changing industries. Earlier in October, Walmart announced it will be launching a new in-store return process for online purchases, integrating its mobile app with […].

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Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Guest post from Ned Blinick of 3rdwave. The integrated global supply chain exists when activities between all supply chain partners are seamlessly coordinated to achieve the optimal results for all its participants. These partners are executives, managers, co-workers, suppliers, customers, carriers, 3PLs, warehouses, government agencies, financial institutions, etc.

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Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Recently I got interviewed for the Kinaxis supply chain blog. You can listen to the audio below or read the (not always accurate) transcript here. It is my mission to get effective mindset and behaviours on the agenda of CEO’s and S&OP is a great vehicle to support and implement this. The beauty of some behaviours is that they’re not just good for performance and team effectiveness, but also for employee well-being and life satisfaction.

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CHAINalytics

OCTOBER 31, 2017

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – October 31, 2017 – JAGGAER, a leader in indirect and direct Source-to-Pay (S2P) spend management solutions, and Chainalytics, a global leader in supply chain consulting, analytics, and market intelligence, today announce their partnership to transform the logistics process for their collective transportation customers and clients as part of JAGGAER’s Select Partner Program.

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AFFLINK

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Technology and innovations play an undeniable role when it comes to supply chain efficiency, but that doesn't mean there's no room for the "old ways" in your current workflow. In fact, there are a number of practices that have aged very well in the face of new technology - enough so that they're still indispensable amid warehouses full of IoT-enabled devices.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

JDA Labs recently held a meetup on Optimization Algorithms and Graph Databases: Tools for Better Decision Making. It was an evening based around data science and technologies for innovative decision making. A Mathematical Approach to Optimal Inventory Decisions. The first topic presented a mathematical approach to make optimal inventory decisions: Inventory management, a new look on a common problem.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 29, 2017

How to Boost Profits using your Supply Chain. Rob O’Byrne explains why understanding your Supply Chain cost to serve is so essential. And how up to 10% of your products and customers might be loss makers, without you even realising. Some more Cost to Serve related resources for you: Video – Cost to Serve Explained in 2 Minutes. [link]. Cost to Serve Guide – Part 1 [link].

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CHAINalytics

OCTOBER 31, 2017

By Sean Delaney | Manager, Supply Chain Operations | Chainalytics | Our collective conscience in recent months has been fraught by the news of natural disasters hitting the US and our neighboring country of Mexico. Providing swift relief to those in need, in the form of aid and donations, is of utmost importance. From a … The post Designing with Care: Four Factors of Humanitarian Relief Distribution appeared first on Chainalytics.

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is becoming a more mainstream technology as more organizations look for low-hanging fruit where they can deploy sensors, monitoring devices and other connected solutions to improve operations. The supply chain is ripe with opportunities for IIoT deployment, but where do businesses need to go as they look for chances to turn strategic technology investments into a revenue opportunity?

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West Coast and California Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

For many companies, Mexico has long been an ideal manufacturing location due to lower costs and close proximity to American consumers. What has often been less than ideal, however, is the distribution of those finished goods after they leave the plant. Mexico logistics is often fraught with hurdles such as border uncertainties, inadequate warehouse capacity, and security concerns.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Pam Erb has built a 30+ year career at Wegmans, a regional supermarket chain. Her career with Wegmans all started with gourmet foods and cheeses and today, she is the vice president of supply chain. From a love of food growing up in an Italian and Irish family, Pam shares her learnings that as much as it is important to say yes to opportunity, it is important to identify what you love to do, go do it, and never look back.

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