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Industry 4.0 Success Depends on Cognitive Technologies

Enterra Insights

Nick McGrane, Managing Director at K3 SYSPRO, asserts cognitive technologies (often referred to as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and/or cognitive computing) will play a central role in manufacturing’s future. Why cognitive technologies are a “must have” for Industry 4.0. ”[3].

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High-Performance Companies Benefit From Upskilling Employees: You Can Too

Procurement Academy

Rapid technological advancements and an ever-shifting market have presented a wide range of opportunities for companies to develop their talent, but this also presents some challenges. At Skill Dynamics, we’ve witnessed a strong connection between skill development and supply chain effectiveness.

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S&OP: Can You Make Decisions at the Speed of Business?

Supply Chain Shaman

I spent time this week completing reference calls on the use of S&OP technologies. Seeking the next sequel in technology adoption, I want to write how the confluence of new technologies changed companies’ abilities to improve decisions. Based on the reference calls, I am not sure that this will be possible.

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Omnichannel is the New Black Friday

Enterra Insights

.”[1] She adds, “To meet the demand of this ‘omnichannel imperative’, retailers will have to redesign their supply chains, as well as focus on demand driven processes to deliver the needs of the new consumer.” ” She goes on to note that cognitive technologies can help organizations in other ways as well.

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Purchase Order Management: a Key to Efficient Business

Precoro

It involves defining specific actions and privileges for all participants of the supply chain and acting upon them using specialized tools and means of communication. Software allows for a general overview and in-depth detailed information on purchase orders – all in one place. How does Purchase Order Management Work.

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Get The Most Out Of Blue Yonder Solutions By Joining a Special Interest Group Community

BlueYonder

Our SIG Mission: to foster an environment where active participation maximizes your company’s investment in Blue Yonder solutions and enables you to grow both personally and professionally through collaboration with other supply chain professionals. ka Jawna – SIG Member: “It is an additional knowledge base for me.”.

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Insights from the C-Suite: Supply Chain People Are Making a Difference in the World

Material Handling & Logistics

The biggest challenge for supply chain professionals today is the is the accelerated pace of change, according to APICS CEO Abe Eshkenazi. Since 2006, Abe Eshkenazi has served as CEO of APICS, a trade association focused on offering research, education and certification programs in supply chain management.