Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

After a dramatic drop at the beginning of the pandemic, Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software public valuations are near twice the ten-year average. The majority of the transactions are in Enterprise Resource Planning (91) versus supply chain planning (31).

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Logility

MAY 6, 2021

Dramatic shifts are happening too quickly to reserve strategic planning as a traditionally annual exercise. Technologies that automate and accelerate the entire exercise help ensure forecasting and decision-making are flexible, nuanced, and responsive enough to allow the company to move forward rapidly.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 8, 2024

A recent Gartner survey confirmed that more than two-thirds of Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) are still recovering from the last major disruption when the next one comes along – a continuous barrage of challenges that proves that responsive supply chains are going to struggle in a state of constant volatility.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The past few years have highlighted serious deficiencies in prevalent supply chain strategies and the major risk that disruptions pose to corporate success. years and companies can expect to lose 42% of one year’s EBITDA every decade due to supply chain disruptions. Assessing Risk across the Supply Chain.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

I use this example to illustrate the challenges (or, perhaps, the futility) of making supply chain and logistics predictions. The EIA now expects that “global liquid fuels supply will continue to outpace consumption, resulting in an average stock build of 0.4 as of this morning — a lower price than 5 years ago!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

On October 29th, the company has also been featured in Channel News Asia’s docuseries “Becoming a Global Hub”, underscoring the key role that Schenker plays in Singapore’s standing as a vital node in the global supply chain. Keeping Supply Chains Moving. Continued Innovation even Amidst the Pandemic.

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Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 25, 2023

What would a Martian expert in supply chain planning and technology think when looking back at earth? With all technology available on earth would it continue with a 30+ year old, sequential, cascading, rather sluggish, manual planning process with a lack of focus on decision digitisation, decision quality and decision learning?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. And more companies are treating Supply Chain Design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise (see Supply Chain Design: Growing Scope, Community, and Collaboration ).

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 27, 2022

For example, as of March 2022, 81% of Americans say the supply chain is a significant source of stress. As Tom Derry, CEO of the Institute for Supply Management, shared in PBS , “It’s been the hardest year for logistics and supply chain managers,” Pafford said. Implement Time Management Software.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 18, 2019

Discussions about blockchain technology generally fall into one of two categories: cryptocurrency or supply chain. Because the technology remains in its infancy, most discussions about blockchain in the supply chain are filled with hype and hope. ”[2]. Beyond the hype.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. But service is paramount in a vertically integrated supply chain with perishable products. An RFP is a data intensive exercise.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 16, 2018

Supply chains have always been at risk from natural disasters, labor disputes, manmade disasters, and the like. Yet, Bain & Company partners, Peter Hanbury and David Schannon, write, “Supply chains are suddenly under threat.”[2] New technologies. Identifying risks. Business interruption.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 25, 2024

For example, the National Cybersecurity Alliance notes, “Your online activity creates a treasure trove of data. Privacy tools that allow people to change their cookie preferences and unsubscribe from email marketing can help keep customers in control of their data. Provide tools for people to manage their privacy.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

AUGUST 1, 2013

Today’s blog is a guest post by Nick Moores on social networking for supply chains. Effective supply chain management through social networking. This function, in a wide spread, even global supply chain, is proving to be a golden ticket.

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Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2021

Supply chains play a crucial role in moving goods along to the end user. But as simple supply chains grow into vast and complex networks, how do you make sure yours remains ethical, profitable, and viable in the long term? 6 benefits of a sustainable supply chain. 6 benefits of a sustainable supply chain.

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Proxima

MAY 15, 2020

As we have said in other Proxima articles, the CPO can be an advocate here, but organizations need to be joined up on its purpose, from the customer all the way back through the supply chain, to the leadership. Embrace Innovation to unlock new sustainable value. Sustainable by design – a new era? Possibly not. ISO 20400.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 18, 2022

Last week we published a Supply Chain Matters Technology Perspectives commentary that was titled: Implications of a More Conservative Private Equity Funding Climate in the Month Ahead. We noted to readers that we would highlight and share what we deem as specific examples. Further, $12.7 Further, $12.7

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 12, 2024

This shift has opened doors for learners to delve into unique and fascinating fields of study, such as supply chain , from the comfort of their homes. These courses focus on how AI and machine learning technologies are revolutionizing medical diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

It goes beyond the concepts found in textbooks by providing real-world examples and useful advice. Take into account elements like the length of the course, the mode of delivery (in-person, online, or mixed), the presence of interactive exercises or case studies, and the availability of opportunities for hands-on practice.

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C3 Solutions

JULY 30, 2020

As with many new technologies the IoT has been the subject of much hype, lots of grand ideas and, inevitably, somewhat less return than initially promised. For an in-depth look at IoT and the "endless opportunities" it was offering a few years ago, see our Whitepaper, The Internet of Things and the Modern Supply Chain.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of supply chain management, precise terminology is paramount. Sourcing plays a crucial role in building strong supplier relationships and achieving cost-effectiveness in the supply chain. Stocking: Stocking relates to the physical storage and management of inventory within a supply chain.

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Alloy

JUNE 18, 2019

Top 5 takeaways from the 2019 Gartner Supply Chain Conference A few weeks ago, many members of Alloy’s team were in Phoenix attending the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference and hosting attendees at our annual conference dinner. days of learning, networking, and getting the latest scoop on supply chain tech.

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QAD

JULY 9, 2020

Instead, companies and organizations look for innovative technologies and methodologies to build on their existing frameworks to help them adapt as necessary. One example is the electric car. Teams used modern technologies and methods to ensure they continued to meet their core objectives.

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DiManEx

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Last month, we participated in the AM for Defense Conference , a virtual event which offered a window into the innovative uses of Additive Manufacturing in the defense industry. When you decide to transition from a traditional supply chain to digital inventory, there are several hurdles you need to overcome. Focus on process.

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Claritum

JULY 23, 2018

Diversity in the supply chain has increasingly become important and reflects a growing concern that disadvantaged groups are not being given access to supply chains. Adopt the attitude that a drive towards a more diverse supply chain will open up opportunities and your organisation will gain. Introduction.

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HICX Solutions

JANUARY 22, 2019

Automating purchase-to-pay processes. The basic purchase-to-pay (P2P) processes for managing and recording the procurement transaction are already automated to some extent in many organisations. Using evidence from past events, AI will help design the process and documents and support the evaluation, which will be heavily automated.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

As supply chain and logistics practitioners, our reality was already challenging. COVID-19 exacerbated the challenges we were already facing as supply chains. On the positive, supply chain technology innovation continues not only unabated but at an accelerated rate.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2015

I have been fortunate for the last 6 years to be involved in an organization called Supply Chain Leaders in Action (SCLA) – an organization of over 60 of the largest distribution-oriented and logistics companies in the US. Every year, these senior supply chain leaders get together in January.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2015

The exercise, however, provided me with a great list of reminders of what I heard and learned at the conference, which I will share with you today. Brooks Brothers: “SAP is our internal ERP system, @GTNexus is our external (supply chain) ERP system” #Bridges2015 #logistics #SCM. billion items scanned and packed.

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PINC

JANUARY 22, 2020

In this article, Yearling covers how with the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018/2019 to get ahead of impending tariffs, companies could combine flexible storage options with advanced technology to create an end-to-end supply chain solution that works.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. As you may know or experience, the complexities of a global supply chain and global supplier base can pose challenges for even the most mature of procurement organizations. About 65% of innovations are sourced through external suppliers and partners (ISM). Subscribe Here!

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Arkieva

MAY 26, 2016

When embarking on a customer product segmentation exercise, keep in mind the following pitfalls. But even if you have a top-class customer segmentation, for example, it won’t help you draw up a good production schedule. If sales employees do not back the exercise, it will never work. Segmentation is a strategic exercise.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 23, 2023

If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.

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HICX Solutions

MARCH 31, 2022

The pandemic has put supply chain resilience firmly at the top of the agenda. For example, very few businesses treat absolutely every customer as equal. Using segmentation to drive experience. The second reason we segment, Anthony explains, “is for what one might call ‘experiential’ reasons. “As

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KEPLER Consulting

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

To reduce Supply Chain costs, once the traditional levers have been activated (supplier negotiations, transport schemes optimization, inventory reduction, etc.), The primary purpose of the total cost approach is to direct decision-making processes towards solutions that achieve a global optimum in the supply chain.

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QAD

JULY 9, 2020

Instead, companies and organizations look for innovative technologies and methodologies to build on their existing frameworks to help them adapt as necessary. One example is the electric car. Teams used modern technologies and methods to ensure they continued to meet their core objectives.

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