Resilinc

AUGUST 3, 2023

From January to June, we saw a total of 8,197 supply chain disruptions , only a 3% year-over-year increase. This ever-so-slight increase hints that the supply chain is stabilizing—which is great news considering how volatile the past few years have been. Recalls surged by 66% compared to the first half of 2022.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Recent supply chain disruptions , including images of cargo ships stuck off the West Coast , have led eCommerce shops to rethink their just-in-time and just-in-case inventory strategies. . Supply chain disruptions Supplier breakdowns Unexpected increase or decrease in orders. Disadvantages.

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Elementum

MAY 26, 2022

These self-imposed problems are, not surprisingly, endemic to major successes with outmoded approaches, and in the face of today’s new challenges and demands, they’ve exacerbated an already urgent supply chain crisis. Supply Chain Disruption: A Closer Look at Macro Factors. 2) Ship to the US and Western Europe.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Presently, their major focus lies on local production, warehousing and strategic sourcing. Major supply chain risks in the Middle East. million barrels of oil a day go through the canal, according to shipping journal Lloyd’s. The recent Suez Canal blockage caused a sudden disruption in the global supply chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 6, 2022

During this unprecedented period of non-stop global supply chain disruption, the Supply Chain Matters blog provides readers with additional industry specific examples, along with their implications. Steep transportation cost increases and shipping delays added to inventory management challenges.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 24, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting, we highlight a published analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco quantifying the effects of supply chain disruptions have had on the existing U.S. © Copyright 2022, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Supply Chain Disruption. In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solution Marketing team explores innovative solutions to guard against supply chain disruptions. Unfortunately, what we’re seeing in China may be only the beginning of a new era of supply chain disruption driven by climate change.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Recent supply chain disruptions , including images of cargo ships stuck off the West Coast , have led eCommerce shops to rethink their just-in-time and just-in-case procurement strategies. Supply chain disruptions Supplier breakdowns Unexpected increase or decrease in orders. Disadvantages.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

While many might clap their hands and exclaim the end of three-years of unprecedented supply chain disruption, I say, “Not so fast.” As consumer spending fell, the days of escalating ocean freight and extreme shipping variability eased this year. (Yes, Build in-market sourcing. What is normalcy?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2022

But potential supply chain disruptions go well beyond fossil fuels. For example, Volkswagen is halting production at two electric vehicle plants in Germany as a result of interruptions of components sourced from Ukraine. International shipping has faired well so far. Beyond Fossil Fuels.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2023

It’s good to see these companies recognizing the impact of climate change, and changing their policies, sourcing, and manufacturing practices to reduce emissions. Agriculture, oil and gas operations are major sources of methane emissions. And there are a variety of ways in which climate change is affecting supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2021

Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, Supply Chain Management at APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center) recently gave a presentation at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. Because of the pandemic, risk management surrounding sourcing has become top of mind in supply chain organizations.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A Freightos survey of 300+ companies sheds light on how importers have been navigating supply chain disruptions. You might not think about shipping containers and ocean freight when you click “buy” on your Amazon order, but there’s a direct connection between the two. A brief background on the “disruptions.”.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

The dynamic sourcing capability automatically smooths inventory targets day after day and ensures target service levels are achieved regardless of supplier constraints. The system can automatically adjust inventory and replenishment based on supply conditions, mitigating the risks caused by supply and demand uncertainty.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2022

There have been massive supply chain disruptions since the pandemic began. These disruptions have driven up prices and led to shortages of goods. Congestion at ports has certainly played a role in these disruptions. The world’s fleet consists of approximately 6,000 ships. million TEUs.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

You’ve seen the Suez Canal memes, you know furniture is taking way longer than usual to get to your door, and you may have even heard about Pelotons shipped by air to reduce delivery times. While the cure for COVID is well on its way, there is no vaccine for what’s afflicting container shipping. But that’s changed. Logistics is global.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks.

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Logility

MARCH 29, 2022

Truly resilient supply chains can only be built with complete visibility. Modern supply chains are complex, and what happens within them reverberates across the worldwide economy. Manufacturers and shipping companies assumed that because of layoffs, demand would drop. Recent Supply Chain Disruptions.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2021

What is Supply Chain Resilience? Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks. Each disruption has its own nuances, so it’s challenging to plan a precise response to each one.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 18, 2021

With today’s demand, most shippers would classify all their freight as a top priority but shipping it all at once may not be realistic. We need to build resiliency around supply chain and continue to have options to navigate. Final thoughts. Until the high demand subsides, the above points will be crucial moving forward.

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Logility

JUNE 30, 2022

Today’s supply chain is challenged by the impact of what would appear to be two disparate challenges: constant supply chain disruptions, and what’s been dubbed “The Great Resignation.” Supply Chain Resiliency in the Face of Labor Shortages: A Two-Pronged Approach.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

While not completely protecting them from the supply shocks that occurred during the pandemic, it allowed them to respond to their customers with greater speed and agility, manage costs, and provide options when a supply chain disruption occurred. Yes, SAP had inbound ASN’s (advanced ship notices).

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The enforcements of draconian lockdowns, various economies have experienced severe shocks, adversely affecting global trade, global tourism & travel, International Aviation and Airports as well as International Shipping and Ports. SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTION—Respond, Recover and Regrow. Supply Chain Technology.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Goods will be arriving in ships but many of them will have nowhere to go so long as many retail outlets are shut, We will see how well the logistics industry copes in a few weeks’ time, but companies such as Maersk remain confident. The world is waking up to the fact that another major disruption could arise at any moment.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 25, 2022

As the calendar now moves to the second half of 2022, it is important to focus on rapidly changing developments including a marked escalation in geopolitical tensions that impact global supply chain strategies. Restoring More Direct Control in Materials Sourcing. Mid-Year Assessment. In early July, Bloomberg reported that U.S.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

As the logistics market continues to create supply chain disruption, shippers are looking for consultative support and solutions to help maintain a competitive advantage. Creating trucking efficiency through transportation management optimization is an essential part of supply chain management and network navigation.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Digital transformation will lead to the evolution and digitization of key procurement processes, from source-to-pay. Making processes transparent enables everyone along the supply chain to react quickly. Be proactive to mitigate supply chain risk by understanding your suppliers. Create speed and transparency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

A centralized structure could provide standardization benefits that could deliver efficiencies through bulk purchasing, broader understanding of materials requirements, and more effective shipping practices. They identified a multimillion-dollar opportunity to reduce costs through more efficient shipping.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. Shipping Frequency, Service Routing, Delivery Time, Compensation Clause, etc.,)

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2021

2020 was a tumultuous year for supply chains, and 2021 has certainly followed suit. With summer winding down, we take a look back at the major trends that occurred in ocean shipping in the first half of 2021 and reflect on what your organization can do to proactively prevent major supply chain disruption.

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Resilinc

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Multi-Tier Mapping for Identifying Risk and Gaining Visibility Do you know where risks exist in your supply chain? 85% of supply chain disruptions occur in the sub-tiers of the supply chain—where sub-contractors, component suppliers, and mines operate.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

are reporting that they are being inundated with requests from importers seeking to use provisions such as the “321 de minimis” rule, which allows goods worth less than $800 to be shipped to the U.S. China trade war is causing what has been described as the biggest cross-border supply chain shift since China joined the WTO in 2001.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 27, 2024

A day has passed after a container ship lost power and crashed into a support pylon of Baltimore, Maryland’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in the early morning hours of March 26. Coast Guard authorities are assured that the bridge debris and/or underwater obstacles are sufficiently cleared for cargo ship navigation.

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

by Dr. Madhav Durbha Supply chain risks in the spotlight: Effects of Hanjin Shipping filing bankruptcy protection. A few days ago, the world’s seventh largest container shipping company by volume, Hanjin Shipping, filed for bankruptcy protection. Any such event will cause congestion in the ports.

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

Digital transformation will lead to the evolution and digitization of key procurement processes, from source-to-pay. For example, saving 10% by buying supplies in India or China must be weighed against the potential risk of supply chain disruption in case of a crisis like Covid-19. Create speed and transparency.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Thirty-one months of supply chain disruption. The Russian invasion of Ukraine stretches into a much longer war resulting in serious disruptions to the food, automotive, and semi-conductor supply chains. Lack of Accounting for Supply Variability. The winter offers no relief.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Take it from our CEO, Inna Kuznetsova: As businesses continue to face significant and ongoing supply chain disruptions, demand and supply planners need to be able to act quickly and decisively.

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