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Agility and flexibility in the age of digital supply chains – Insights from the 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo

Kinaxis

One advantage with 3D printing is that there will be more commodities and raw materials being shipped to the points of consumption and these commodities and raw materials cube better than finished products because of their shape. The shipping container is perhaps one of the most impactful supply chain innovations that stood the test of times.

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Supply Chain Segmentation – the Secret to Omnichannel Success

RFgen

Offering products in multiple territories or on different sales channels means businesses need new shipping practices. Many organizations respond to new obstacles by segmenting their supply chain. E-commerce shoppers usually prioritize shipping schedules and longtime clients may have individual requests.

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Supply Chain Segmentation – the Secret to Omnichannel Success

RFgen

Offering products in multiple territories or on different sales channels means businesses need new shipping practices. Many organizations respond to new obstacles by segmenting their supply chain. E-commerce shoppers usually prioritize shipping schedules and longtime clients may have individual requests.

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

ToolsGroup

How the War in Ukraine is Impacting the Supply Chain and Raw Material Prices. Increased Prices Resulting from Shortages and Supply Chain Issues. Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Dealing with the Shipping Container Crisis. How Labor Shortages Have Hurt the Supply Chain.