Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

Last week, Clint Reiser published an article highlighting our 2022 supply chain predictions. While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. This year we have decided to lead with our predictions about the broader supply chain function.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 21, 2023

They include all software, hardware, or third-party services designed to facilitate more efficient inventory management practices. This can occur due to changes in technology, market trends, or regulatory requirements. External factors such as natural disasters, political instability, or global events can also disrupt the supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

With a more flexible and agile supply chain , companies adapt quickly to supply chain disruptions, taking advantage of new opportunities to drive increased market share instead of wasting time and energy fighting post-disruption fires. Here are the three key takeaways on retailers’ minds.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

From a digitally-transformed shopping experience to global supply chain disruptions and a pandemic that refuses to quit, there’s one thing retailers can count on: People are always going to shop. Omnichannel Retail: The Future is Phygital. According to McKinsey , 60-70% of consumers are now shopping in an omnichannel way.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Chief Marketing Officer Zebra Technologies, insisted the retail sector was in the midst of a revolution. He explained, “The outlook is strong and retail technology spending is expected to rise three percent over the next three years among retailers with greater than 50 stores. Shopper Expectations Squeeze Supply Chains.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

With the proliferation of technology, digital transformation has taken many industries by storm. Automation and digitization of core business processes have become the norm, not only for business development but also for long-term sustainability of business operations. The logistics sector is also not immune to these changes.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Yet, in today’s omnichannel world, retail returns are key to driving business growth, thanks to their ability to enhance the customer experience, minimize losses, and preserve long-term revenue. Merchandise financial planning software (MFP) provides the solution, enabling you to model the return rate specific to your retail brand.

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o9 Solutions

AUGUST 20, 2021

There are three key factors driving this change including: dramatically changing customer preferences, a major shift towards omnichannel purchases, and an increasing need for retailers to respond quicker to shifting preferences and buying behaviors with more efficient sourcing, transportation and fulfillment. .

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Global supply chain disruption, rapid technological evolution, changing buying and selling habits – wholesale distributors have had to deal with some rapid and radical changes over the past couple of years. Some measures to think about are: Utilising technology to become more agile, more efficient and more accurate.

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Kinaxis

JUNE 26, 2017

by Dr. Madhav Durbha As supply chain professionals, we can grow insular in our thinking, as on a day-to-day basis we risk confining ourselves narrowly to our domain of responsibility or solving challenges specific to our regions. The 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo was one such opportunity.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 9, 2020

For years I’ve been writing about the importance of supply chain risk management and how it’s often given short shrift in business discussions. Supply chain vulnerability shouldn’t have been hard to spot. Today, ears are no longer deaf to the topic of supply chain risk management.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 31, 2022

From combatting supply chain disruptions and creating new omnichannel fulfillment strategies to benefitting from the evolution of 3PLs, 4PLs, and cutting-edge technology, 2022 could be one of the most important years ever for businesses looking to play a pivotal role in how consumers receive goods.

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Vanguard Software

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are still felt around the globe, wreaking havoc with years of hard work put into supply chain planning systems, processes, and workflows. So, too must we re-evaluate what it means to have a lean supply chain. The supply chain partner landscape is shifting. Download eBook.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 27, 2022

In this article, we’ll break down what vertical integration is, its benefits and disadvantages, its application in supply chain, and the factors to consider when deciding whether it’s the correct strategy for your company. Vertical Integration in Supply Chain: To Integrate or Not To Integrate? Some people can’t.

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Ware2Go

MARCH 2, 2022

These five supply chain best practices will turn your supply chain into a revenue driver for your business. Improving logistics and supply chain has become a top priority for many businesses recovering from recent supply chain disruptions. Watch the full ECR4Kids case study at [link].

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Locus

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Today, businesses are at the cusp of new changes in the supply chain that includes evolving customer expectations, omnichannel purchasing, and the shipping of unpredictable volumes. The unexpected disruption in the name of COVID-19 pandemic along with these changes has raised eyebrows. What is fixed logistics?

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crisp

JANUARY 24, 2024

While Luminate offers two tiers of data subscriptions, the Luminate Charter plan stands out as a powerful tool for data-driven brands, boasting a continuously evolving feed of never-before-seen reports designed to transform supplier strategy. This surge underscores the importance of having an omnichannel perspective.

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Ware2Go

DECEMBER 2, 2021

These logistics best practices will help businesses of all sizes turn their supply chain into a revenue driver for their business. Prioritizing logistics and supply chain has become a top prior ity for many businesses recovering from recent supply chain disruptions and volatile consumer demand.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 4, 2022

Businesses learnt to adapt to the rapidly evolving retail landscape by leveraging the tools and trends that have shaped an overwhelming year for multichannel eCommerce retail. AI in eCommerce Artificial intelligence and machine learning are excellent tools for predicting shopping habits based on a customer’s browsing and shopping history.

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o9 Solutions

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

There’s no question that the COVID-19 pandemic caught most industries off guard and threw global supply chains into a tailspin. Many companies in the CPG vertical confronted massive demand shifts, volatile supply, logistics delays, and limited visibility into the end-to-end supply chain.

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6 River Systems

APRIL 5, 2022

Omnichannel retailers must find a balance to support both in-store and online customers as shopping habits continue to change in 2022. To increase productivity and meet peak demand, operations should consider automating the picking (and replenishment) process. We all saw the shift from shopping in-store to online during the pandemic.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 12, 2022

With Google reporting that omnichannel shoppers have a lifetime value that is 30% higher than those who only shop via one channel, getting your omnichannel strategy right is critical to creating a customer experience that drives profitability. . That’s where omnichannel retail trends enter the equation.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 15, 2022

(All photos credited to Depositphotos.com) Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! Some retailers may have seen these signs but could not pivot quickly enough because of supply chain delays. The adoption of just-in-case inventory strategies by many retailers due to supply chain disruptions also didn't help much.

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Vinculum

JANUARY 7, 2022

E-commerce fulfillment entails, in a nutshell, the supply chain of items that are sold online. The supply chain of items sold online, business-to-business (B2B) or business-to-consumer (B2C), is known as e-commerce fulfillment. E-commerce Fulfillment. Importance of E-Commerce Fulfillment Strategy.

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crisp

OCTOBER 3, 2023

While supply chain disruptions that have defined previous years are showing signs of improvement , the current market faces a new set of challenges. Amidst the economic challenges, new retail technologies offer a silver lining, giving brands powerful new tools to adapt.

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Vinculum

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Having a powerful tool like Vin Lister for product catalogue listing on marketplaces can help you create content once and push it across 20+ marketplaces including Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra in just a few minutes. Delivering an omnichannel customer experience. Dealing with supply chain disruptions.

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6 River Systems

MARCH 23, 2022

An element of gamification comes with a fulfillment automation solution. Risk Management is a Focus The COVID-19 pandemic suddenly made warehouse operators aware just how vulnerable they were to unforeseen disruptions. Enormous difficulties in staffing, employee safety, and supply chain delays became the order of the day.

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Veridian Solutions

MARCH 18, 2020

In the age of the internet, inventory management carries a heavy burden; failure to track and manage inventory across all channels muddies the waters of omnichannel proficiency. Moreover, failures within the inventory management system can worsen the effects of crises brought on by supply chain disruptions.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 16, 2022

The era is also known for supply-side economic shocks, low growth and high inflation. Prolonged supply chain disruption and high energy costs have pushed inflation in advanced economies to levels not seen for a generation. Today, supply chains need to be synchronized to solve big challenges. Reach out today.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 9, 2022

Ready or not, retailers were shoved into the omnichannel world thanks to pandemic lockdowns beginning early in 2020. The Omnichannel Imperative. ”[7] In the long run, retailers without an omnichannel operation are likely to suffer in comparison to their omnichannel competitors. ”[3]. Footnotes. [1]

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Enter: omnichannel fulfilment. Omnichannel fulfilment provides a seamless and consistent customer experience for shoppers. This article explores what omnichannel fulfilment is and how it helps ecommerce stores and retailers be more efficient. We’ll also cover a few best practices for perfecting your omnichannel strategy.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 24, 2023

Vulnerabilities and supply chain disruptions can result in billions of dollars of lost profit. From product quality issues and supplier inconsistencies to security threats and lack of supply chain visibility , there are a number of factors that could pose a risk to your ecommerce supply chain.

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ThroughPut

JULY 12, 2022

Bringing down supply chain costs from just 9% to 4% can actually double profits – yet, merely 2% of businesses have visibility beyond the second tier of their supply networks. What does it mean to have supply chain visibility? How can you achieve supply chain visibility?

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ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

But here, we’ll be talking about supply chain digital twins. A supply chain digital twin is a complete model of your supply chain that allows you to run what-if scenarios and determine the most efficient use of resources for fulfilling demand. Get the insights you need.

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Veridian Solutions

MARCH 25, 2020

Without a successor agreement in place, financial costs could lead to supply chain meltdown and even threaten the state of the EU, not to mention omnichannel supply chains. Supply chain leaders can secure profitability and supply chain stability despite Brexit, but the coronavirus adds a new level of uncertainty.

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HICX Solutions

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The vital role of digital transformation in today’s business environment The development of new technologies and widespread digital adoption has led to digital transformation having emerged as one of the most critical factors in the business landscape. The result is a more synchronized and agile supply chain.

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