Resilinc

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

An invasion would send prices for both fuels higher, leading to more inflation, rising costs for a wide range of commodities including food, as well as freight surcharges and impacts on downstream markets. But an effective and efficient supply chain risk management response to the crisis should weigh different scenarios.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

I think one of the huge problems is that US-centric food companies (Kellogg, General Mills, Smucker’s, Conagra etc.) These included cloud-based computing, in-memory processing, parallel computation, and open-source analytics. The evolution is based on open-source collaboration and is not owned by any individual technology company.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

My last post on the Supply Chain Shaman blog was forty-five days ago. My first focus was on China sourcing. Then it was the redefinition of the supply chain for the global shutdowns Sick with the virus; I spent my energies writing and moderating podcasts. China was the source of over 90% of PPE.)

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Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2019

Luzi Ann Javier believes the food industry is one area where the potential for blockchain technology is obvious. She writes, “In most food-supply chains it might take weeks to figure out where it went from source to destination, and in some cases, the source may not be known, but on a blockchain, it takes just seconds.”[3]

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

For a long time, C-level executives viewed supply chain management, especially the logistics function, as a cost center. As a result, cutting and controlling costs became the top priority for supply chain executives. Source: “Tech in Asia” – https://www.techinasia.com.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 30, 2022

Climate journalist Camilla Hodgson ( @CamillaHodgson ) reports, “Risks to global supply chains are rising from the increasingly severe effects of climate change laid bare in a landmark UN report, and could place extra pressure on fuel stability and essential goods worldwide.”[3] ” • Think beyond your own sites.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 3, 2023

In partnership with Reuters Events, Blue Yonder has published a new white paper, “Supply Chain Resilience: Planning and Disruption Management in an Ever-Changing Landscape,” that focuses on this issue. Supply chain executives stress that near real-time awareness is only impactful if it’s matched by near real-time responsiveness.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

There is no solution to optimize source, make and deliver together or drive bidirectional orchestration to execute trade-offs between functions automatically. Examples include alternate sourcing, bill of material changes or alternate modes/routing between the planning, procurement and transportation.) What are the challenges?

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ToolsGroup

JULY 6, 2016

A C-level executive may not intuit the full importance of an accurate demand forecast, but can appreciate the link between forecast accuracy and customer KPIs. A great example of this technique was illustrated by the supply chain executives at Findus, a frozen foods company. Source: Gartner (December 2015).

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Many Supply Chains faced comparable negative issues because of COVID-19. This phenomenon can be easily identified within food Supply Chains. However, as mentioned before, the negative effects faced by Supply Chains can be seen across all industries. COVID-19: Managing supply chain risk and disruption.

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Clear Spider

MARCH 21, 2024

Optimized Inventory Management Pairing AI technology with your inventory management solution optimizes operations across your entire supply chain. Track inventory levels through sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing to warehouse operations across multiple locations.

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Elementum

AUGUST 9, 2022

Take a more proactive approach to supply chain management with Design for Supply Chain. In the process you lose both the five star meal — and the great food your favorite taco joint serves up. Source local : Shortening the length of the supply chain inherently lowers the surface area for potential disruptions.

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Logility

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

This recognition highlights our dedication to developing supply chain software that exceeds expectations and drives tangible results for our customers. In addition, Logility was named a top supply chain solution provider in both supply chain planning and supply chain execution for the 12th consecutive year.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In a recent panel discussion with Consumer Goods Technology , Conagra Brands shared how its reworked supply chain strategy is helping the brand meet customer expectations, drive internal performance and find consistent results by transforming supply chain planning.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Schultz’s comments were a great set-up for the session I led the next day, “ Building Supply Chain Talent for 2050 ,” which featured Angie Freeman , Chief Human Resources Officer at C.H CFOs rarely know anything about supply chain management. Robinson , and Michelle Godwin , Director of Fulfillment at Amazon.com.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 5, 2019

Supply chain planning in emerging markets is different. And while each market can be unique, we found a few repeating themes in our own experience and from sources including Gartner and our customers Procter and Gamble (P&G) and Cipla Medpro. fast food or retail) are rapidly expanding. Here’s what we found: 1.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Seasoned Leadership in Action™ – An Interview with Kristie Syndikus, VP Procurement at Maple Leaf Foods! Women Supply Chain Leaders article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at argentus.com. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2017

In other transportation management news, MercuryGate announced the launch of MercuryMart, “a dynamic information exchange providing TMS users with access to a broad range of sources of available capacity.” And when it comes to last-mile and home delivery operations, mobile technology has become indispensable.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

The biggest career transformation for me was after leaving Dell when I joined Lucent in 2002 and entered supply chain in technology sourcing. This was my first foray into the world of supply. What are some of your greatest achievements in the Supply Chain and in Business? I have not looked back since!

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NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 7, 2017

Source: Wall Street Journal, September 25, 2017, “It’s Easier Than Ever to Be a Swindler –and Victim”, p. The above quote, made by one of the world’s most famous forgerers and scam artists, reflects the challenges facing supply chain executives in today’s environment. Abagnale, Jr. million diamonds on a blockchain.

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RFgen

JUNE 30, 2016

This means using effective communication and mobile data collection technology to create visibility of every corner of the supply chain. Here are four sources for accurate and relevant information: 1. Many supply chains have multiple links in the modern world. What Partners Can Do. What Employees Have to Say.

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RFgen

JUNE 30, 2016

This means using effective communication and mobile data collection technology to create visibility of every corner of the supply chain. Here are four sources for accurate and relevant information: 1. Many supply chains have multiple links in the modern world. What Partners Can Do. What Employees Have to Say.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks.

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Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2022

An example of supply chain resilience A basic example of supply chain resilience is building in redundancy through dual sourcing: having an alternative supplier for important parts or ingredients. How is supply chain resilience measured?

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Shipsy

JUNE 20, 2017

Key Trends in Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain Rankings 2017 (Source?—?Gartner) They are able to take pre-emptive action in either transporting or configuring shipments to reduce turn-around-times and increasing a resulting efficiency of the supply chains. However, Nokia makes it back to the list after a gap.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

In September, SCM World released its annual Chief Supply Chain Officer Report based on its survey of over 1,000 supply chain executives across all industries and geographies. Supply Chain Nation sat down with Kevin O’Marah, Chief Content Officer for SCM World, to discuss four key findings of the study.

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

With more than 21,000 stores in 64 countries, the largest coffeehouse company in the world serves 70 million customers each week with over 30 blends of specialty coffee, tea, food and entertainment. 22 | Management: international supply chain obstructions. 33 | Seamless Supply Chain Execution.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 27, 2013

Early in the week I sat in on a lecture given by Clay Christenson (from Harvard Business School) to a number of senior supply chain executives at a gathering at the new 7 World Trade Center in New York.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). 58% of consumers would stop buying from a brand entirely after one to three supply chain delays or disruptions. Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune. Supply Chain Dive).

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

Also note that beauty, consumer packaged goods and food growth is also declining. As a result, the average company is increasing investment in supply chain management technologies by 6 percent and rethinking architectures. Note the increase in investment in supply chain execution. The difference?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2015

Therefore, it’s critically important for supply chain executives to stay informed of these trends and make the time for learning because yesterday’s leading practices might no longer apply and they’ll need to develop and implement new ones to succeed moving forward.

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 15, 2016

Tim is a global supply chain executive originally from Australia, who has been studying the evolution of the Trans Pacific Partnership closely, and is writing a book on the subject. Today’s guest blog is posted by Timothy Barnes, who I met through the SCRC.

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RELEX Solutions

AUGUST 14, 2019

Demand is the main source of uncertainty in supply chains, but it is not the only one: shipments can be late; suppliers may not be able to deliver in full; pallets fall off forklifts and break. A supply chain executive once described his work as: “It’s disasters every day, and I love it”.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Over the past few weeks, there’s been a lot of buzz and discussion about Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, everything from the impact to competing grocery retailers and prices to the accelerated evolution of omni-channel distribution. It is also my go-to example when I try to explain supply chain and logistics to my kids. “Do

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Our 40 th Bi-Annual Supply Chain Resource Cooperative meeting was a great success, culminating with the student gallery walk, featuring 27 undergraduate and MBA supply chain projects. The meeting was attended by over 80 executives, as well as numerous students and faculty. Likely, yes.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2017

However, the solution to these problems lies in distributing the workload evenly, including access to data sources and sharing of information. While reassignment of workers to global locations is necessary, creating a single source of data storage and access may be key to increasing collaboration in the future.

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PINC

MARCH 24, 2020

Whether they’ve sent their workforces home to work remotely, scaled back their operations, or scrambled to find alternative supply sources, organizations across all industries are implementing new measures to offset the impacts of COVID-19. “In a world where markets and supply chains are global, there must be a better way.”

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