Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Converging disruptions have sent food prices soaring — and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, one of the world’s six breadbasket regions, risks tilting the food system into global crisis.”[1] The fact that grains underpin global food security is one reason so much attention has been given to the conflict in Ukraine. Climatic events.

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

Spire and Gravity Supply Chain solutions helping restore flow of goods by giving customers more visibility and greater confidence to accurately predict delivery times. Developing end-to-end supply chain management software, Gravity optimizes operations, mitigates risk, and controls costs. billion metric tons as of 2017.

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Yes, COVID caused many issues, but other factors, including geopolitical changes, the war in Ukraine, weather events, peak season , and economic instability, have altered the fabric of logistics. Still, accessorials may remain as they aren’t subject to the same lowering of typical per-mile costs (Flat World Global Solutions).

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Resilinc

JANUARY 31, 2023

Launched in 2020, CommodityWatch AI uses real-time news and event monitoring and predictive analytics to forecast supply, demand, and pricing trends out to three months for commodities including but not limited: gold, silver, aluminum, copper, caustic soda, cobalt, helium, paper, and tin. What factors will impact commodities in 2023?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2023

That prospect became more conceivable, they said, after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine prompted companies to sever ties with Russia, sometimes taking huge write-downs. Walmart added new functionality that lets sellers purchase shipping labels for domestic orders on its marketplace. Walmart SWW currently offers FedEx and USPS shipping.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 27, 2022

Department of Agriculture (USDA) has raised its 2022 food inflation forecasts again reports Jim Wiesemeyer ( @Jim_Wiesemeyer ).[1] compared to a year ago, and inflation in these categories is rising at a higher rate than previously reported by officials.” ” Rising prices are changing consumer behavior. ”[4]. .”[3]

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. Rapid cost increases, interest rate hikes and reduced demand require more effective inventory management and forecasting attention.

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Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2022

Covid, Brexit and the war in Ukraine have all sent supply chain shocks around the globe, forcing firms to rethink their business-as-usual supply chain management strategies, and concentrate instead on building supply chain resilience. Nearly 60% reported serious disruptions.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. In this Part 2 blog post, we will continue to explore how automotive manufacturers are carrying out effective supply chain initiatives and their innovative solutions.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Last December, reporter Jeanna Smialek wrote, “Inflation has become central to the American zeitgeist in 2021 in a way that it hadn’t been for decades.”[1] ” What the authors are trying to explain is how much purchasing power a specific amount of money had relative to today. first appeared on Enterra Solutions.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 23, 2022

Journalist Amy Sokolow ( @amysokolow ) reports that analysts from Deloitte insist that physical retailers must undergo a “Great Retail Reset.”[3]. ”[5] Like the Wall Street Journal reporters, Atkinson doesn’t believe anyone should be writing eulogies for the physical retail sector. ”[3]. ”[8]. .”

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 23, 2022

Journalist Amy Sokolow ( @amysokolow ) reports that analysts from Deloitte insist that physical retailers must undergo a “Great Retail Reset.”[3]. ”[5] Like the Wall Street Journal reporters, Atkinson doesn’t believe anyone should be writing eulogies for the physical retail sector. ”[3]. ”[8]. .”

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QAD

APRIL 27, 2023

Earlier this year, QAD hosted a live webinar to explore and analyze the trends that are likely to dominate the procurement world over the coming months. It’s no secret that procurement teams have an amplified role within their businesses and that many are left with questions — our goal was to offer answers.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 24, 2022

“If you’re looking for a sudden return to a normal, pre-pandemic operating environment,” writes Matt Gunn ( @mattgunn ), Vice President for solutions marketing at Slync.io, “keep waiting.”[4]. One consumer trend that won’t change is the increased use of the digital path to purchase. ”[4].

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USC Consulting Group

MARCH 27, 2023

According to a new survey by Coupa Software , 82% of supply chain leaders report bracing for continued supply chain issues in the next year. One of the wild cards in terms of supply chain is the current geopolitical instability, with the war in Ukraine lingering and tensions heating up with China and Russia. Economic pressures.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

How the War in Ukraine is Impacting the Supply Chain and Raw Material Prices. Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. 82% of people have concerns that the supply chain will ruin life plans, such as birthdays, vacations, holidays, and the purchasing of necessary items. Material Handling & Logistics ).

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 1, 2022

Burger King once claimed to have created both a left-handed Whopper and a chocolate Whopper; Taco Bell claimed to have purchased the Liberty Bell; and Procter & Gamble, maker of Scope mouthwash, once claimed it had created a bacon-flavored mouthwash. ‘The report about the capitulation is false. ”[2].

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Enterra Insights

MAY 24, 2022

Since this group of young people — those born between 1995 and 2012 — are young and very aware of the world around them, it wouldn’t surprise me if they renamed themselves in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Schultz reports that brands should probably adopt a mobile-first approach when trying to reach members of Gen Z.

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Precoro

APRIL 24, 2023

Establishing resilient supply chains is one of the top priorities for modern businesses, particularly when operating amid geopolitical volatility like the post-Covid aftermath, global repercussions of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, or extreme weather events.

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Precoro

JULY 14, 2022

Precoro’s goal is to make your purchasing-related tasks automated and easier to complete, so our team is constantly working on improving user experience for the customers. Custom Reports Updates. Added Several New Custom Reports. Improvements to Existing Custom Reports. Design Updates.

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

What’s more, increasingly frequent disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic to semiconductor shortages, the Suez Canal crisis, and the Ukraine war have bared the fragility of supply chains around the world. Finally, decision intelligence can help select alternate suppliers to ensure more sustainable procurement of material.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. He can lead your company through the complex procuretech industry because of his specialization on procurement technology.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solution Marketing team explores innovative solutions to guard against supply chain disruptions. They are focused on improving their KPIs including: Reducing Customer Acquisition Cost : Cost of convincing a potential customer to purchase your product/service.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Few, if any, analysts are predicting fair winds and following seas for supply chains this year. Recently, Thibaud Molin , a partner at the KYU, told reporters at a press conference, “The world has entered a zone of uncertainty.”[1] “China reported only 5.2% It is expected to further decelerate to around 4.5%

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

Furthermore, this low-cost, single-use mentality typically failed to consider the environmental and sustainability impact of products, processes and physical supply routes. Manufacturers should question whether such items can survive the pressures of ESG reporting requirements, carbon taxes and consumer demand for ESG.”

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

It is NOT a purchase or safety date. • “Use by” date: The last date recommended by the manufacturer for the use of the product while at peak quality. ”[8] It turns out, however, that predicting when food is no longer safe to eat is not an easy task. She reports, “To tackle the problem, major U.K.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 28, 2022

CNN correspondent Gabe Cohen ( @GabeCohenNews ) reports, “Grocery costs keep climbing. Today, you can add the Ukraine war to that list. There are reports that inflation is changing everything from the products consumers buy to amount of food they eat. Changing Consumer Spending. Sandwiches from U.S.

Price Reduction 130

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Synovos

MARCH 11, 2024

“I don’t think they had the infrastructure to manage MRO themselves,” says James Kimmel, a US-based site operations manager for the global provider of outsourced storeroom management and procurement services. Take the surge in energy prices and inflation since the onset of war in Ukraine, for example.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 18, 2022

Because these planners often lack a central strategy and view of inventory that comes with automated planning solutions, these decisions are being made in silos. See how companies across industries are embracing planning tools powered by AI and automation to shape the evolution of supply chain.

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AIMMS

JULY 9, 2015

A recent report by the ACE European Group identifies supply chains as of the biggest sources of concern for European businesses today. On the one hand, companies are facing growing uncertainty due to volatile exchange rates, rising oil prices and economic and geopolitical events, such as Greece’s financial crisis and the conflict in Ukraine.

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Freightera

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Even German firms are considering moving some or all of their manufacturing to the US if energy prices cannot be quickly restored to pre-Ukraine workable levels. He is a specialist in software development and business automation who came into the world of business after extensive work in environmental leadership and nature conservation.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 31, 2022

First, when the demand for fuel suddenly decreased so drastically at the beginning of the pandemic, the oil industry could not find ways to stop production fast enough to prevent flooding the market with record-low costs of fuel. How Can Shippers Maintain Control Over Rising Fuel Costs? of total sales at an estimated $1,747.3

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Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Without executive support, the SCRM program is likely to be under-resourced in terms of the appropriate skilled SCRM personnel and the appropriate SCRM technology and data to drive a holistic solution. Stone , Vice President of Supply Chain Risk Management at Exiger Government Solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Now of course, companies must map out the potential impacts of the Russia Ukraine war. The potential supply chain impacts of this conflict dwarf any other supply chain news that might be reported. Russia Attacks Ukraine. Russia shells Ukraine. Ukraine does not have the military might to stop the invasion.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 18, 2022

The 3D-printing construction method offers versatility, range, speed and lower costs than traditional construction, according to the company. Russia-Ukraine war is worsening shipping snarls. Walmart GoLocal teams up with Delivery Solutions. The ongoing Russia – Ukraine war continues to disrupt global supply chains.

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Precoro

AUGUST 31, 2023

Recall how manufacturers had to limit their on-site staff due to coronavirus safety regulations; more recently, food production in Ukraine was disrupted, which in turn affected the sales channels of Ukrainian products and everyone around the world who uses or distributes them. What solutions can we propose for each department?

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Logility

JULY 8, 2022

17 February: The FDA says it’s investigating four reports of illness including one death. 20 April: Yahoo reports that Abbott considers the recall a “short-term hindrance” and maintains its full-year profit estimate. retailers implement purchase limits on infant formula. 10 May: Major U.S. 10 May: Major U.S.

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