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The 9 Key Considerations of an Effective Last Mile Logistics Strategy

GlobalTranz

Understanding last mile logistics is only half the battle. Shippers need to reevaluate their existing last mile logistics processes and devise an effective last mile logistics strategy that aligns consumer and business expectation. This is the only way shippers can safeguard their position in the market and continue to provide products to their consumer basis.

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Analytics for better decision making: removing the barriers for supply chain teams

AIMMS

Reflections following the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference in London . This month, our team had the pleasure to attend Gartner’s Supply Chain Executive Conference in London, a growing event that we’re always thrilled to participate in. This time, the event hosted 15% more visitors and took place at the Intercontinental O2 hotel.

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Targeted Marketing: Location, Location, Location

Enterra Insights

“When someone picks up their mobile device,” Google analysts assert, “chances are they want to learn, do, find, or buy … Continued. The post Targeted Marketing: Location, Location, Location appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Ensuring Reliability in Supply Chain

Logility

In a recent article in Lube Magazine, “ People, Process and Tools – Ensuring Supply Reliability ,” Ursula Thakkar, head of global supply chain and planning at Infineum notes, “the use of state-of-the art technology solutions coupled with strong processes frees up time for team members to innovate and drive the business forward.” Infineum, a world leader in the formulation, manufacture and marketing of additives for the fuel and lubricant industry, embarked on a supp

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Embedded Analytics Insights for 2024

Organizations look to embedded analytics to provide greater self-service for users, introduce AI capabilities, offer better insight into data, and provide customizable dashboards that present data in a visually pleasing, easy-to-access format. To better understand the factors behind the decision to build or buy analytics, insightsoftware partnered with Hanover Research to survey IT, software development, and analytics professionals on why they make the embedded analytics choices they do.

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[e-Book] The Ultimate Guide to Last Mile & White Glove Logistics

GlobalTranz

It can be hard to wrap your mind around how encompassing last mile Logistics can be. Last mile e-commerce, last mile technology, last mile metrics and white glove services make standard shipping conversations seem like child’s play, and the new focus on the last mile is anything but. Shippers must adapt to the changing consumer demands and tailor last mile strategies to mesh well with such demands.

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The Next Time You Order a Fruit Cup (The Complexities of the Fresh Food Supply Chain)

Talking Logistics

Not all supply chains are created equal and that’s certainly true when it comes to the fresh food supply chain. There are a lot of unique considerations in the overall procurement-to-delivery process, everything from temperature control to ensuring food safety. So, what does it take to improve operational effectiveness and reduce total landed costs in the fresh food supply chain?

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The Digital Age Demands a Digital Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

Evidence we live in a digital age is all around us. Established businesses are losing out to their more agile … Continued. The post The Digital Age Demands a Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Last Mile Technology: How Technology & Transportation Management Aid in Efficient Execution of the Last Mile

GlobalTranz

Take a moment to think about the existing last mile technology in operation in your facility. The chances are good that your organization has tracking software in place, but can your software provide valuable insights or just generalizations? These questions reflect why technology and effective transportation management, including the use of a transportation management system (TMS) and the Internet of Things (IoT), is key to the efficient execution of last mile delivery and service.

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What is the Best Project Management Book?

Supply Chain Opz

We rank the leading books about project management on the market using the objective evaluation and the result is the best project management books of all time. Background Jeff Varney, Senior Adviser of American Productivity and Quality Center (APQC) thinks that the best project management books should make project management body of knowledge becomes something simple.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Editor’s Pick: Using Denied Party Screening to Counter Cyber Threats

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this post, Sophia Nisha, Director of Denied Party Screening at Descartes Systems Group , provides an overview of how identifying and preventing trade with cyber criminals is now part of the Denied Party Screening process.

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Whole Foods is Cutting Prices — And it’s Hitting Trader Joe’s Hard

BlueYonder

Friday in 5 – interesting news bits from around the supply chain horn, served up in one spot to keep you up to date. This week: Whole Foods is cutting prices and it’s hitting Trader Joe’s hard, Whole Foods has already sold approximately $1.6 million worth of its private-label products through Amazon, Wal-Mart tries to battle Amazon by taking Jet.com upscale, bias is the real artificial intelligence (AI) danger, not killer robots and U.S. restaurants have been on a hiring binge in recent years, f

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Spot Market Van Rates Soared in September

DAT Solutions

The national average van rate rose for the fifth week in a row. At $1.97 per mile , the average rate in September was 18¢ higher than the August average, and 35¢ higher than September 2016. The national load-to-truck ratio also hit 7.0 last week – cracking the 7 loads-per-truck mark is uncharted territory for a national van average. Hurricanes Harvey and Irma obviously played a big part in all this, but that wasn't the whole story.

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Manufacturing Day 2017: [Infographic] The Evolution of Inventory Management Strategies

Arkieva

When you talk to any manufacturer no matter how large or small about their concerns, improved inventory management is bound to be a part of the conversation. To celebrate manufacturing day today, we thought it would be beneficial to take a closer look at how inventory strategy keeps evolving using an infographic from Arkieva based on research conducted by Aberdeen.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Supplier Collaboration is Key to Maximizing Value

APICS

Collaborating with your suppliers can have an invaluable strategic impact, and can give your organization the advantage it needs to compete in today’s fast-moving global marketplace. Through collaboration, the buyer and the product design team can leverage the supplier's expertise and bring better products to market faster.

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The Evolving Grocery Supply Chain

NFI Industries

Grocery shopping is estimated to be an $18 billion industry by the end of 2018 1. As with most things in today’s shopping world, technology has begun shaping the way people shop for food and the way grocers are offering products for purchase. As consumer buying behavior changes, grocers must stay ahead of the curve and. Read More.

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What Is a TMS, and How Can Businesses Profit From It?

TMC

A TMS, or transportation management system, is a digital platform that streamlines shipping processes by providing visibility into all transportation activities on one online interface. A TMS automates processes a shipper currently has in place. It also provides insights into new ways that the shipper can save time and money on future shipments. Such insights include transportation planning and execution, business intelligence, freight payment, and disaster recovery.

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The Logistics of Fidget Spinners: Amazon vs Alibaba

Freightos

The Logistics of Fidget Spinners. How Jack and Jeff Are Reshaping Global Retail. By Eytan Buchman, VP Marketing, Freightos. . Amazon has 27 airplanes and 258 supply chain facilities in the United States. Alibaba just announced $15 billion dollars to be invested in its global logistics network. Meanwhile, brick-and-mortar stores shut down in droves.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Harvey and Irma Delivered Some Harsh Planning Lessons

MIT Supply Chain

Devastating hurricanes such as Katrina, Sandy and now Harvey and Irma are forces of nature that can’t be stopped by us mere mortals. But we can at least stop intensifying their impact through a lack of foresight. Our hearts go out to the citizens of Houston and Florida as they continue to dig out from […].

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In Case You Missed It: Best Industry Articles and Insights this Month

ModusLink Corporation

The supply chain, logistics, manufacturing and e-commerce industries continue to develop faster than we ever imagined. Below, you’ll find the top articles and trends from September covering various sections of these ever-changing industries. Hurricanes Harvey and Irma devastated their respective regions and have impacted the rest of the country in ways many may not realize. […].

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As the Supply Chain Evolves, So Must We…

CHAINalytics

By Patrick Boyle | Principal, Supply Chain Operations | Chainalytics Organizations often lack the resources to successfully establish an end-to-end supply chain, let alone deal with the challenges associated with the ever-evolving complexity surrounding the digital era. So many components have to be considered when developing your operational strategy that it’s easy veer off course … The post As the Supply Chain Evolves, So Must We… appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Unlocking Supply Chain Value from Unsaleable Products

The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

Lauro Diazzesati, Olivia Kussoy, Mike Lee, Datra Oliver, Felipe Caro. As shelf space is a valuable, yet limited resource, products that retailers cannot sell (unsaleables) are an issue that need to be dealt with constantly. It is estimated that over $260 billion worth of products cannot be sold by retailers every year due to various reasons [1]. The leading causes of unsaleables are damages, discontinued or seasonal products, expired products, failed product launches, recalls, and excess invento

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Asda and the Co-op put competition aside to develop supply chain efficiency drive

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Asda and the Co-op are developing a new way of supply chain collaboration, by enabling mutual suppliers to submit aggregated data on waste, water and energy to both retailers at the same time. The retailers are working with 2degrees to collect the sustainability data.

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APICS Dictionary and the Evolution of Supply Chain

APICS

The APICS body of knowledge has continually evolved to follow changes in the discipline of supply chain management. As editors of the APICS Dictionary, we’ve had the unique opportunity to observe and play a role in that progression.

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A Lesson From Dell: Ocean Trash & Your Supply Chain

AFFLINK

Ever heard that saying, "one man's trash is another man's treasure?" At Dell, they are taking those words an extra mile by transforming ocean trash into laptops. The company started the project in 2016 by collecting plastic waste on the beaches in Haiti. Dell's new supply chain has a duo feature, both removing waste from the oceans and preventing more trash from entering their waters.

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Unlocking Supply Chain Value from Unsaleable Products

The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

Lauro Diazzesati, Olivia Kussoy, Mike Lee, Datra Oliver, Felipe Caro. As shelf space is a valuable, yet limited resource, products that retailers cannot sell (unsaleables) are an issue that need to be dealt with constantly. It is estimated that over $260 billion worth of products cannot be sold by retailers every year due to various reasons [1]. The leading causes of unsaleables are damages, discontinued or seasonal products, expired products, failed product launches, recalls, and excess invento

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Top 6 Reasons to Use a 3PL for Fulfillment

3PL Insights

When choosing a 3PL, it’s important to be picky. Your shipping and distribution can be affected by a number of issues. If you’re handling shipping on your own, there’s more room for error when you have other matters of your business to focus on. You want a meaningful partnership, and a logistics provider can help to provide you with the tools you need.

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5 Things to Consider When Evaluating Data-driven Solutions for Your Supply Chain Operations

RFgen

Digital technology is helping organizations transform their supply chain operations, but they must be strategic about how they innovate. The Internet of Things and its related big data explosion are here for supply chain and warehousing operations – or they are coming soon. Just think: IDC predicts IoT-enabled manufacturing operations spend will hit $105 billion by year’s end – and the IoT-based freight monitoring apps market alone will reach $50 billion.

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Drugmakers Face Puerto Rico Factory Challenges with Shattered Infrastructure

Material Handling & Logistics

Most health-care companies said their properties made it through Maria with little harm but that damage to the island’s infrastructure, weakened by years of neglect amid a long fiscal crisis, has frustrated efforts to get back to work. Many are still trying to locate employees and find ways to move products and supplies around often-impassable roads.