Wed.May 15, 2024

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Decision-Centric Planning: Tackling Real-World Supply Chain Challenges

ToolsGroup

Imagine a retail giant striving to meet surging online orders while grappling with unpredictable shipping delays caused by natural disasters. Or consider a global pharmaceutical company racing against time to distribute life-saving vaccines amidst logistical hurdles and regulatory uncertainties. These scenarios encapsulate the daily struggles of modern businesses navigating through uncertainty, where decision-centric planning emerges not as a luxury but as a necessity.

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Time for Action - Confused by FMCG data & information?

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Who coined that irritating term “Big Data”? How did we get there without normal sized data, slightly larger data, large data and bordering on big data? People working in or associated with extended Supply Chains may seem obsessed by data yet data itself actually tells you nothing, absolutely nothing apart from the fact that something is being watched, measured or calculated.

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Our Top 7 Takeaways From the ICON 2024 Main Stage Keynotes

BlueYonder

What an electric day at ICON! The audience was buzzing from the Main Stage Keynotes, which demonstrated Blue Yonder’s commitment to building the supply chain of the future and to helping customers activate their supply chain superpowers. These are our top takeaways from the ICON 2024 Main Stage Keynotes: 1. End-to-End Platform Blue Yonder leadership showcased how their end-to-end supply chain platform, powered by cutting-edge AI and a unified data cloud, is enabling companies to navigate disrupt

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Navigating the Challenge of Dwell Time in E-commerce Logistics

Stord

In e-commerce, every second counts. Customer satisfaction hinges on more than just the quality of the products purchased; it's also deeply influenced by the efficiency and reliability of the delivery process. One crucial aspect that can make or break this experience is dwell time—the often overlooked interval that could be silently eroding your brand's reputation and customer satisfaction levels.

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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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Watch: Can We Finally Put a Stop to Forced Labor in China?

Supply Chain Brain

Shawn Bhimani, assistant professor of supply chain and information management at Northeastern University, introduces a new tool for exposing risks to importers posed by forced labor and other human right violations in extended supply chains.

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Supply Chain Network Design & Optimization: Steps, Guide, and Efforts

SCMDOJO

Supply chain design and optimization projects present significant challenges, ranging from complex network structures, and multiple databases to diverse business objectives. Drawing from hands-on experience gained at leading organizations, I’ve compiled a comprehensive document to assist professionals in this industry. Introduction In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, the optimization of supply chain networks is critical for enhancing operational efficiency.

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Driving the North’s digital growth

IT Supply Chain

By Guy Miller (pictured) CEO, MS3 Networks The post Driving the North’s digital growth appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Manhattan Associates Launches Unified Supply Chain Planning Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Manhattan also announced two new software tools that will bring generative AI (GenAI) to the supply chain, at scale.

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Software Executive Milestone Achieved- Hasso Plattner

Supply Chain Matters

Today marks a significant milestone for enterprise technology and software provider SAP SE. At this global wide tech provider’s 2024 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, Co-Founder Hasso Plattner will have stepped-down from the leadership of the company’s SAP Supervisory Board after over 20 years as chairperson. In 1972, five former IBM employees – Dietmar Hopp, Hasso Platter, Claus Wellenreuther, Klaus Tschira, and Hans-Werner Hector founded the company under the name of SystemAnalyse

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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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Gartner Event Encourages a ‘Rethink’ of Global Supply Chains

Exiger Perspectives

Article | Key Takeways Gartner Event Encourages a ‘Rethink’ of Global Supply Chains Article | Key Takeways May 15, 2024 The annual Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo is always a great meeting of minds, and this year’s theme, “Rethink Supply Chain,” is an important one. The suggested reset can benefit every industry today, as the realities and risks in global supply chains are constantly shifting.

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5 days to respond to disruptions

Adexa

Be honest, How long does it take to respond to disruptions in your supply chain? ~ S&OE to the rescue Recent research by IDC indicates that more than 80% of companies cannot respond to disruptions within a day. In fact, on average the response time to disruptions is five days. Can you imagine, the potential loss that can result in 5 days and goes unaccounted for as simply the cost of doing business!

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Crisp acquires Lumidata and SetSight to unify retail data, enabling CPG brand growth with Target

crisp

Strategic acquisitions solidify Crisp’s presence in Minneapolis, unlocking relationships with 2,500+ CPG brands directly and through agencies MINNEAPOLIS – May 15, 2024 – Crisp , the open data retail platform for the consumer goods industry, has announced the acquisition of two separate entities: SetSight and Lumidata. Both companies are based in Minneapolis and work with retail agencies, brokers and consumer goods brands to provide sales and supply chain data to CPGs selling through Target, Be

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Optera Offers Software Tool to Help Collect Emissions Data from Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

The module is part of Optera's Supply Chain Manager data management platform, pulling from a database of emissions reporting from 10,000 suppliers.

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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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If An 18-Year-Old Truck Driver Comes to Pick Up Your Shipment

Talking Logistics

It appears that few carriers are interested in training and hiring truck drivers younger than 21 years old. But that is okay, because it also appears that not many young people are interested in becoming a truck driver anyway. As John Gallagher reported in FreightWaves last month, “The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration says only. Read more The post If An 18-Year-Old Truck Driver Comes to Pick Up Your Shipment appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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May 15, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home May 15, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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The Process of Reset Planning and What to Consider

Supply Chain Brain

Building structural resilience, and putting the right solution in place to suit your unique brand now will ensure that firms can emerge from a volatile economy and recession stronger.

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10 Tips For Timely On-Demand Deliveries With Route Optimization Software

Loginext

In today's on-demand economy, meet customer expectations with timely deliveries. Route optimization software is key. Learn 10 tips to excel in logistics efficiency, reduce costs, and boost customer satisfaction with LogiNext's innovative solutions. The post 10 Tips For Timely On-Demand Deliveries With Route Optimization Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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Red Sea Crisis Could Bring Early Start to Peak Shipping Season

Supply Chain Brain

According to data from the National Retail Federation, monthly U.S. ocean imports are expected to crest the two million TEU mark by the end of May.

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Blue Yonder ICON 2024: Superpowered Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

I am writing this from the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, TX while attend the 2024 Blue Yonder ICON conference. I believe this is my 10 th time attending ICON, and every year it is worth the visit. This year’s conference brought together nearly 2,000 attendees for thought-provoking sessions, networking and learning opportunities, and a concert with OneRepublic.

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DOJ Says Boeing Could Face Prosecution for Deadly 737 Max Crashes

Supply Chain Brain

Under the terms of the 2021 deal, Boeing was placed on a three-year probationary period, which ended days after the January door plug incident.

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The 100-Year Quest to Make a Paper Bottle – WSJ

Operations and Supply Chain Management

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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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NYK to Develop Ship That Runs on Wood Pellets

Supply Chain Brain

The biomass fuel plant would use a gasifier to create and contain gases that would then be used to power a generator which could propel the bioship.

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Geo-Political Forces Become More Complex for Industry Supply Networks

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters Editorial Commentary we provide readers with highlights, perspectives and likely implications of this week’s announcement by the Biden Administration in imposing increased import tariffs on specific goods. White House Announcement Yesterday, the White House announced a series of actions there are aimed to counter what are perceived as China’s unfair trade practices, and to protect U.S. workers and ongoing industrial and supply network policy actions.

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NTSB Report Describes Blackouts Aboard Dali Before Baltimore Bridge Crash

Supply Chain Brain

The report released on May 14 describes how the ship experienced two electrical blackouts 10 hours before it left the Port of Baltimore.

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How Ambient IoT Enables Real-Time Visibility for Retailers

Supply Chain Brain

Everyone in business has myriad challenges vying for attention, and an ingrained aversion to the risks of being a “first mover.

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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.