Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 22, 2013

Buzz words filled the air at the NRF Big Show, held at the Javitz Convention Center in New York last week. In short, we cannot put a wrapper around ERP, traditional reporting, or traditional fulfillment and call it Big Data, Customer-Centric Retailing or Omni-Channel Fulfillment. The air was thick.

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. They can help prepare their customers for innovation coming down the pipe.

Vendor Strategies

Kinaxis

OCTOBER 7, 2016

by Kevin McGowan A recent New York Times article demonstrated that supply chain management innovations can come from some unexpected places. This alone resulted in a headache of paperwork to report catch data. The article also alludes to a lot of “seafood fraud”, and that “local seafood” can cost more for consumers.

Supply Chain Software

Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

Reports 2014 Second-quarter Results. Amazon to open five new warehouses in India (Reuters). XPO makes reference to its IT capabilities in the press release: Both XPO and New Breed have an intense commitment to cutting edge technology. Zipments Acquires Hobson to Become the Leading Same-Day Delivery Provider for Retailers in NYC.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

According to a recent New York Times article , 181 CEOs jointly released a statement on “the purpose of a corporation.” Procurement is at the core of many companies’ efforts to increase green practices. With such strong influence over company operations, purchasing teams have the opportunity to maximize impact.

Procurement Analytics

Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2016

Descartes Showcases Logistics Technology Platform Innovations at Global User and Partner Conference. MercuryGate Launches Global, Omni-modal Freight Procurement Solution. Manhattan Associates Empowers Warehouse Managers With New E-Commerce Capabilities. Amazon expands same-day Prime delivery to 11 more cities (Seattle Times).

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Business reporter Jordyn Holman ( @JordynJournals ) explains, “In 2020, it was pandemic closures and social distancing. They conclude, “This means that, even as the internet and smartphones have revolutionized the way we shop, the seasonal timing of our purchases hasn’t changed much.” Now, the problem is demand.

Purchasing Skills

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Journalists Sarah Nassauer ( @SarahNassauer ) and Jennifer Maloney ( @maloneyfiles ) report, “Nearly six months into the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., billion this year, according to a June report from market research firm eMarketer. of total sales of over $45 billion, according to the company’s July 30 earnings report.”

Company

Talking Logistics

MARCH 10, 2017

Descartes Reports Fiscal 2017 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. Those who become independent contractors sign lease-to-own deals to purchase their vehicles, often with those same companies. The time has also come, I believe, to innovate the trucking industry business model and processes.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

In this final post of the series, I highlight three reasons why I believe learning technologies will make this future not only possible, but also imminent: First, there are breakthrough innovations in the underlying learning algorithms. Second, there is an abundance of data that is the fuel that these engines need to run. ix] [link]. [x]

Supply Chain Design Software

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

.”[2] As a result of this upward retail trend, CPG “predicts a strong 5.8% ” Not all predictions are so rosy. Ben Unglesbee ( @Ben_Unglesbee ) reports that Deloitte analysts aren’t quite so sanguine about holiday sales. year-over-year increase in retail sales for the November-December holiday season.”

Predictive Analytics Software

EcoVadis

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

The initiative will be officially launched in New York in June during the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2010 held in New York. . One of the 1st and most innovative, was the target set by Schneider Electric in 2005 to have 60% of its purchases made with GC signatories.

Global

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 19, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights contract manufacturing services provider Foxconn ’s reported Q2-2024 financial performance in light of a broader strategy to diversify the company services beyond that of Apple. This report indicates that “ Foxconn has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in E.V.-related

Manufacturing Procurement

ShipBob

AUGUST 3, 2020

It has been forecasted that by 2040, approximately 95% of all purchases will be facilitated by ecommerce. Lerer Hippeau Ventures is a New York-based early stage venture capital firm, meaning it invests in companies that are just starting up but have a large chance of success (often Series A rounds). Lerer Hippeau Ventures.

Trends

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Procurement sourcing and tail spend solutions provider Fairmarkit announced the completion of a $35.6 Other investment participants included GGV Capital , Insight Partners, HighlandX along with a new strategic investment from ServiceNow. Expands C-Suite Amid Increased Technology Demand. Fairmarkit Announces $35.6

Supply Chain Planning Software

FLEXE

OCTOBER 6, 2017

IBM published a report stating post-purchase experience, or the delivery promise, has the power to make or break a consumer’s relationship with a brand. Same- and next-day are quickly becoming the new normal, which requires a new last mile of delivery and operations to manage it. The Last Mile of Delivery Is Agile.

New York City

ThroughPut

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Curtis Feeny has invested in enterprise software for 19 years with a focus on data analytics. He served on the board of Trammell Crow Company (TCC: NYSE), which was purchased by CB Richard Ellis (CBG: NYSE) in 2006. Eric holds a BSE from Carnegie Mellon University, an MSE from Columbia University, and an MBA from New York University.

Cost Reduction Strategies

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. As inflation soars, supermarkets look for innovative solutions to lure cash-strapped customers into the aisles. 15 press release.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

RFgen

MARCH 7, 2016

The New York Times reported some organizations and individuals are so worried about a machine takeover of human jobs that drastic propositions in debate, like a universal basic guaranteed income, seem feasible. The Guardian reported automotive manufacturing has more robotic equipment than any other industry.

Manufacturing Procurement

RFgen

MARCH 7, 2016

The New York Times reported some organizations and individuals are so worried about a machine takeover of human jobs that drastic propositions in debate, like a universal basic guaranteed income, seem feasible. The Guardian reported automotive manufacturing has more robotic equipment than any other industry.

Manufacturing Procurement

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The brand is using data on online purchases to stock the new Nike Live concept store that opened in July. Nike lets customers quickly purchase what they want where they want it. The new Nike Live location feature a convenient curbside pickup and digitally reserved lockers that customers can unlock with their phones.

Demand Planning Software

Resilinc

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Companies are announcing semiconductor fabs, like Micron’s New York-based factory and Intel’s US-based factory. The third is regulatory impacts. For example, if a company’s shipment gets stopped by customs at the border, they may be required to show where it was manufactured through proof of purchase orders and invoices.

Supply Chain Strategy

Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

Developing end-to-end supply chain management software, Gravity optimizes operations, mitigates risk, and controls costs. This corporate management innovation eventually became standard operating procedure throughout the West. In 1956, manually loading a ship cost $5.86 billion metric tons as of 2017. One joint solution.

Supply Chain Planning Software

ThroughPut

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Curtis Feeny : Managing Director at Voyager Capital Curtis Feeny has invested in enterprise software for 19 years with a focus on data analytics. He served on the board of Trammell Crow Company (TCC: NYSE), which was purchased by CB Richard Ellis (CBG: NYSE) in 2006. Curtis was appointed by President George W. billion to $9 billion.

Cost Reduction Strategies

BlueYonder

JANUARY 10, 2017

This year at NRF Retail’s BIG Show in New York City, JDA showcases how it is helping retailers not only deliver on these transformative challenges but also drive profitability. Customers are also demanding more options for quicker collection or delivery of their purchases. And meet your new store associate – Pepper the Robot!

Retail

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 1, 2023

Walmart will pay more for domestic sources, but will not be burdened with the inventory and purchasing FOB. As I noted in a prior blog, and as discussed in the New York Times today – Mexico is a great option – but the capacity isn’t there yet. Mexico will become a destination hub for many companies in the US – but within reason.

Predictive Analytics Software

6 River Systems

JULY 2, 2019

Interoperability solves this challenge by allowing applications to seamlessly share data, such as inventory data, shipping information and purchase orders. Integrating data from disparate sources also supports data analytics and artificial intelligence solutions, which we’ll discuss later in this guide.

Supply Chain Software

BlueYonder

JANUARY 20, 2017

During the three-day run in New York City, JDA showcased innovative solutions designed to enable retailers to transform their businesses. 4 – Next-Gen Analytics on Display. JDA wrapped up yet another successful NRF Convention & Expo this week. 3 – JDA’s Executive Luncheon was a Hit!

Real-time Visibility

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 26, 2018

A meeting of financial supply management executives, faculty, and IACCM thought leaders took place on January 26, 2018 in New York. Clearly, there is a myriad of automations emerging, including block chain, process automation, AI, and digitization, and an entire new wave of technologies coming at us. Dynamic Discounting.

Supply Chain Planning Software

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 22, 2023

I purchased my book from Amazon. This notion was first coined by Gary Chapman, in what turned out to be the number 1 New York bestselling book: The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts. Perhaps we can unpack this a little further by shifting our attention to love! Do you remember those days?!

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Earlier this week, I read a sobering report from the national Retail Federation (NRF) regarding shrink. The recently released National Retail Security Survey shows that total shrink in 2021 reported by retailers is now almost a $100 billion problem. Most reported in-store, e-commerce, and omni-channel fraud are all on the rise.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2022

Körber , an international technology group, has signed an agreement to purchase enVista’s platform of Enspire Commerce omnichannel solutions, including its order management system (OMS), and its freight audit and payment (FAP) service. According to The McCown Report, imports to the top 10 US ports rose 5.9 percent gain in April.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 25, 2022

In a bold move which bore resemblance to the fighting spirit of the retail industry as a whole these past two years, the National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show 2022 went ahead as planned in New York City despite rising COVID cases and reduced attendance. Resilience and Adaptation to Outsmart Supply Chain Challenges.

Waste Reduction

Enterra Insights

JUNE 15, 2023

ushered in the modern supermarket, transforming how people expect to purchase their groceries. There have been many more changes since then, including how products are produced and packaged, how they reach supermarkets, and how the consumer ultimately purchases them.”[1] ” Supermarket News, 6 December 2022. [3]

Inventory Reduction

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

First, Descartes unveiled new optimization technology at its user conference that “helps retailers and distributors make deliveries the same day an order is taken.” ” Also this week, news that Amazon and the United States Postal Service (USPS) have partnered to deliver packages to customers on Sundays.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Manhattan Associates Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Performance. This morning in the Wall Street Journal , Laura Stevens reports that “Amazon is preparing to launch a delivery service for businesses, positioning it to directly compete with United Parcel Service Inc. Shipping with Amazon. and FedEx Corp.”

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Jennifer Furey and Rebecca Harris, attorneys at Goulston & Storrs, report, “Millennials are expected to inherit approximately $30 trillion in assets over the next 30 to 40 years. In retail, buyers want to understand where the products they are purchasing are coming from and how they were created.” traceability; and.

Supply Chain Design Software