Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 15, 2022

Supply Chain Matters updates readers on yet another turnabout in supply chain and customer service direction for a once high flyer in premium interactive fitness equipment and services. In our last Supply Chain Matters update related to Peloton in mid-July , we highlighted the announced reversal of a U.S.

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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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Unleashed

AUGUST 30, 2021

Because even small manufacturing firms with limited capital can reduce the risk of suffering unexpected outages through measures like preventive maintenance, staff training and the use of smart manufacturing software. What is downtime in manufacturing? These can cause equipment malfunctions and downtime. Mechanical overload.

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Unleashed

MAY 10, 2020

As governments and hospitals work to stamp out Covid-19, manufacturers are also struggling to manage the virus’ impact on their supply chains. We’ll take a closer look at: Pull inventory systems. Pull inventory systems. A pull inventory system is a Lean approach to reducing waste in any production process.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 6, 2017

Over the past year, the Arkieva Supply Chain Link Blog provided thought leadership and informative posts on supply chain strategy tips, trends, and news. Here is a list of the Top 20 Supply Chain Strategy Blog Posts from 2016. The ABCDs of an Excellent Supply Chain. Happy new year!

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Good inventory management, like everything else, starts with good planning. But planning isn’t just the start; it’s the very foundation of effective inventory control. Inventory planning also happens to be an area that many companies fail to prioritise sufficiently. The Basics of Inventory Planning.

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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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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2017

Through its extensive span of activities, the supply chain sector offers wide-ranging possibilities for employment and career progression. In a different context, online retailer Amazon spotted inefficiencies in the supply chains of other companies. The Supply Chain Career Environment.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Pundits typically emphasize data and digital technology when proselytising for the S&OP concept. The Supply Chain Head. Why S&OP Needs a Lot of Human Investment.

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DiManEx

JUNE 5, 2019

Today, there is a better understanding of 3D printing technology. How do you ensure adoption and prepare to scale the technology? Does the company’s “mindset” support innovation and the adoption of new technologies? The best way to help your team build confidence in AM technology is to focus on solving a specific problem.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Dear Supply Chain Leader, Today, sitting in my seat in 11K on a Cathay Pacific flight between Hong Kong and Boston, I want to report that there is no Easter Bunny. Today I also want to report that, based on over a decade of scientific discovery, traditional supply chain practices are not best practices. Let me explain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 10, 2019

Article provided to Supply Chain Game Changer by Katalin Brennan at Eyvo E-Procurement. Why are industry projections failing to materialize despite ample technological advancements? It would be valuable to see surveys of procurement professionals with other measure like DISC or Hogan Personality Inventory.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

AI in the supply chain is here to stay and make waves in the years to come. According to Gartner, supply chain organizations expect the level of machine automation in their supply chain processes to double in the next five years. AI in Supply Chains – The Business Advantages.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Successfully rolling out a supply chain management system can be an extraordinarily complex and stressful project – not to mention expensive. In this guide to implementing supply chain management systems: What is a supply chain management system? Why implement a supply chain management system?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. Reverse logistics, while not being the opposite of forward logistics, is still about products moving backwards in the supply chain. Note that this may require extra training for people who will do the sorting.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Warehouse logistics is the heart of any supply chain operation, assimilating and dispatching goods to ensure availability and timely delivery. With more consumers turning to e-commerce, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to bolster the supply chain to handle the e-commerce business model.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global supply chain disruptions, impacting the flow of parts and finished goods around the world. The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unique in that it impacted supply chains across all industries.

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RFgen

AUGUST 7, 2022

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first exercised new powers granted under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) to shut down processing at the Sunland Inc. Perhaps that is because these companies were using either paper-based or only partially automated systems. Rapid Recall Response with Traceability Tech. In 2012, the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

A long day of raking awaits me, but before I head out, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: LLamasoft Acquires Barloworld Supply Chain Software Division. The Amazon Effect: Best Buy Adds Same-Day Delivery in San Francisco (Re/code). at DGAC Conference 2015.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 16, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Is Your Supply Chain Ready To Recover? Supply Chain Professionals, although not usually theatrical, also work in an environment in which they are managing a tremendous amount of risk. Supply Chain Risk Management. Types of Supply Chain Risk.

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Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

To get some answers for S&OP practitioners, Niels van Hove from Supply Chain Trend interviewed a group of S&OP leaders. Supply Chain Trend will publish a weekly Q&A with these S&OP leaders. To get some answers for S&OP practitioners, Supply Chain Trend interviewed a group of S&OP leaders.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. Supply Chain Strategy.

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RFgen

JANUARY 18, 2024

Training and support strategies are discussed to ensure a smooth transition, followed by monitoring and evaluation methods post-implementation to optimize system performance and align with business goals. Companies are migrating to cloud-based ERP solutions not just to keep up with technological advancements, but to gain a competitive edge.

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