Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 9, 2023

Currently, LinkedIn is flooded with smiling pictures of supply chain business leaders attending conferences. The panel group is sourced from my group of LinkedIn followers. Supply Chain Center of Excellence Let’s start with a discussion on Supply Chain Centers of Excellence.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

As market volatility continues to challenge supply chains, shippers are looking for solutions to help create consistency. Shippers that can centralize communications are better equipped to understand their needs and collaborate with supply chain partners. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends.

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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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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Ignoring this generation is impossible and attracting millennials in the supply chain is an even bigger hurdle. Since e-commerce has flooded the industry with more orders and stringent delivery expectations, supply chain leaders must think outside the box to attract and retain the next generation. Download White Paper.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Naturally, to take advantage of this opportunity, you will need a well-functioning supply chain, which you happen to have. Do you think that your supply chain management is good enough for this market? Without a doubt, managing supply chain is nothing but easy. Download White Paper.

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QAD

DECEMBER 15, 2022

If you haven’t yet listened to or read about them, take a look at our wrap-up blogs covering episodes 1-5 , episodes 6-10 and episodes 11-15 of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. As we wrap up 2022 and roll into the holidays, I wanted to share summaries of our five latest Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast episodes.

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Logility

JANUARY 22, 2019

Planners need to contend with inconsistent consumer buying behavior, the need to satisfy multiple channels, complex sourcing options and proliferating “sub-seasons,” collections and assortments. Here is a four-step approach to help you jumpstart your supply chain results. Apparel is an exciting and rapidly changing industry.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 6, 2018

Supply chain risk is at the forefront of supply chain executives’ minds. Proper risk management can help supply chains navigate the complexities of post-hurricane recovery and increase productivity. Supply chain black swans occur without warning, and recovery can last months.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

According to a recent IBM survey , more than 80% of CSCOs say that incorporating AI into their supply chains is a top priority. Turning to sources who live and breathe the supply chain space, we find Robert Bowman at Supply Chain Brain , estimating that as few as 12% of supply chains use AI for everyday management decisions.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

According to a recent IBM survey , more than 80% of CSCOs say that incorporating AI into their supply chains is a top priority. Turning to sources who live and breathe the supply chain space, we find Robert Bowman at Supply Chain Brain , estimating that as few as 12% of supply chains use AI for everyday management decisions.

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QAD

AUGUST 17, 2023

If you haven’t yet listened to or read about them, take a look at our wrap-up blogs covering past episodes of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. Our Delivering on the Promise of Delivery white paper that discusses our vision, “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes,” is just as good poolside as it is at your desk!

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QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

If you haven’t yet listened to or read about them, take a look at our wrap-up blogs covering past episodes of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. As we move from the leisurely days of summer to fall and peak demand season, I’m reminded that the automotive supply chain is changing just as rapidly as the seasons do.

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Claritum

JANUARY 8, 2017

We’ve compiled a list of some of the best must read procurement white papers and analyst reports (in no particular order of importance or preference) covering a variety of topics such as supply chain management, tail spend and the future and digitization of procurement.  The Digital Supply Network.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2018

The value of blockchain and supply chain Analytics is Undisputed, and the capabilities of blockchain Technology are starting to become available two small and midsize businesses, as well as large corporations, such as Walmart. Supply chain managers that have access to information to make informed decisions and improve productivity.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 3, 2023

After almost three exhausting years of back-to-back supply chain disruptions, it would be nice to think that someday we’ll return to a “normal” state where demand patterns were easily predictable, supply conditions were consistent and consumer expectations were stable. And that certainly applies to supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2018

More recently, with the rise of interconnected systems, the analytics to derive value from those systems seems, and decreased costs, RFID is resurrecting as a solution for increasing supply chain management (SCM), visibility into processes, and reducing inventory tracking costs. Download white paper.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past. Download the White Paper: Transportation Optimization: Its Strategic Role in Transportation Management. Learn More.

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 1, 2021

How will the supply chain director’s job profile change over the next 25 years? That’s what Omera Khan from the University of London asked me in a recent interview for a white paper. Secondly, supply chain directors must become more in tune with crucial changes in the market – a kind of commercial trendwatchers.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2018

Although it may seem counterintuitive for a third-party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis, to trumpet such prospects, the resounding impact will drive greater efficiencies in supply chains. In general, today’s supply chain executives and managers continue using outdated, manual data entry processes, which will increase risk.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols , Shanna Greathouse , and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming supply chain disruptions. Tony and Shanna work at CarrierDirect , a company that specializes in helping companies minimize supply chain risk. About Tony Nichols.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2017

Sharing content from third-party sources establishes supply chain companies as a go-to resource for all things related to your industry, sector, products, or services. 5 benefits of curating content for supply chain companies. By curating content from other sources, you can get around that. IMN Inc. ).

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Gartner has identified five stages of supply chain planning maturity and they say that 70-80% of companies plan to increase their supply chain planning (SCP) technology spend over the next two years to climb to the next level. Build more resilient supply chain plans (e.g.,

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2022

His expertise includes strategic planning, brand positioning, advertising, public relations, website strategy and design, and development of white papers, case studies and other content. Which sources of information do you rely on to stay current on logistics management strategies, service providers, and logistics industry news?

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Logility

MAY 7, 2020

Structured and unstructured data including that from social media, Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain sources continue to stream in but much is left untouched. This article will discuss the opportunity generated from the explosion of supply chain planning data and the necessity for digital supply chain transformation.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

If you happen to be a strategic sourcing professional within the manufacturing industry, you probably are experiencing many challenging days at the office. And this is exactly where sourcing and supply chain professionals can make a name for themselves. The post Want to be a Strategic Sourcing Rising Star?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. to avoid significant supply chain disruption. As highlighted by? are liable?network

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DynaSys

JANUARY 21, 2020

This is true for everyone, and supply chains are no exception. An agile supply chain requires the ability to rapidly identify, evaluate and execute alternative supply chains scenarios. Supply chain experts have traditionally focused on efficiency and consequently pursued the lowest unit cost dream.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 30, 2018

The days of managing supply chains through databases and changing information are over. Although blockchain is often related closely to cryptocurrency, it holds great value for use in supply chain management. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

by Mike McAllister It sounds ominous, but it’s a brave new tariff-driven trade world out there – a reality senior executives whose organizations operate global supply chains are coming to grips with. That’s what Ventana Research provides in a white paper titled, ‘ Winning in the New Era of Trade ’. So what’s the answer?

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Logility

APRIL 27, 2021

Cost and efficienc y Integration with non-SAP data sources typically requires significant customization; as supply chains become increasingly complex and interconnected, a one-data-source integration approach could undermine the solution’s long-term value.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

Over the past month, we’ve been posting supply chain predictions, brought to you by some of the most creative thinkers in the industry, including Joel Clum of CarrierDirect , Martijn Graat of LogisticsMatter.com and Steve Brady of Supply Chain Innovations Today. What roles will this play in supply chain?

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Supply chains are changing. Shorter product lifecycles, fluid sourcing (a’la Aliababa ) and more transparency means agile supply chains that change often. But there are still key supply chain innovations that remain eternal. The Ultimate Logistic and Supply Chain Patent Short List: 3D Printing.

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MIT Supply Chain

JUNE 30, 2022

A new white paper published by the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics and software provider Coupa, titled The New Competitive Advantage: Analytics-Driven Supply Chain Design, An Executive Guide , shows how companies can leverage a new generation of supply chain design methods to increase competitiveness.

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Logility

MARCH 19, 2018

Food and beverage supply chains face mounting pressure to reduce costs, add more value and do more with fewer resources. For many F&B companies, the basic tenants of a supply chain planning foundation is established. Food and beverage companies run on razor-thin margins. 2) Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO).

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 12, 2020

For the first three months after Covid-19 hit, virtually every sourcing project , in every sector , was put on hold while companies tried to assess the situation and how best to deal with the epidemic. Only a few, notably grocery stores, food chains, essential retail ers , and healthcare, were in a position to push forward.

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

But conspicuously absent in all this fervor around what’s new and next in AI are details and examples of how to implement these emerging technologies in supply chain planning. Everyone it seems is focusing on supply chain execution. Don’t get caught in the spin cycle. Hang your misconceptions out to dry.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2018

An omnichannel retail strategy is the new norm in today’s supply chains. The Solution: Systems Enabling An Omnichannel Retail Strategy Are Easier to Implement Than Ever The solution, for retailers struggling with omnichannel development and deployment, lies in advanced systems that utilize an open-source architecture.

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