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Exiger Has Taken the Supply Chain Risk Market by Storm

Logistics Viewpoints

Brandon Daniels, CEO of Exiger The pandemic got almost every company talking about resilience. Supply chain risk solutions are hot. And a company called Exiger seemingly came out of nowhere to capitalize on this. Lately, Exiger has been in the news. In December of 2023 it was reported that $1.2 billion had been invested in Exiger by Carlyle and other venture capital firms.

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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q1 2024)

Talking Logistics

If you were writing a book or a song about supply chain and logistics in the first quarter of 2024, what would its title be? Here are some ideas: The truth is I’m having a hard time characterizing this year so far. We’re arguably in a less stressful and disruptive environment today than we were. Read more The post Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q1 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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AI Driven Sales & Marketing with Jason Jimenez-Vanover

The Logistics of Logistics

Jason Jimenez-Vanover and Joe Lynch discuss AI driven sales & marketing. Jason is the CEO and Founder of JCI Marketing , a freight-focused content marketing agency that specializes in working with transportation, logistics and supply chain companies. About Jason Jimenez-Vanover Jason Jimenez-Vanover is the CEO and Founder of JCI Marketing, a freight-focused marketing agency.

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Watch: The Risk to Supply Chains From Increasing Trade Restrictions

Supply Chain Brain

Amir Fadavi, senior director with K2 Integrity, advises on the risks that supply chains face today in complying with a growing number of trade regulations and restrictions.

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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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The Cost of Spreadsheet Planning

The Smart Software

Companies that depend on spreadsheets for demand planning, forecasting, and inventory management are often constrained by the spreadsheet’s inherent limitations. This post examines the drawbacks of traditional inventory management approaches caused by spreadsheets and their associated costs, contrasting these with the significant benefits gained from embracing state-of-the-art planning technologies.

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Collaboration Crossroads: Breaking Down Silos and Building Bridges

All Things Supply Chain

Collaboration within a company is one of the many keys to its overall success. But unfortunately, many studies suggest organizational silos stop effective collaborations from occurring within companies.

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Bitcoin’s Economic Impact & Adoption in Germany’s Economy

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Bitcoin’s Economic Impact & Adoption in Germany’s Economy appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply chain shockwaves from the Taiwan earthquake

Resilinc

Discover which industries may be impacted by the 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, as well as current port closures and supply chain challenges. Background on the Earthquake On Wednesday, April 3, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan. The quake was the biggest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years. As of today, 13 are dead, more than a thousand are being treated for injuries, and six are still missing, according to CNN.

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Akash Network’s AKT: Transforming the Cloud Landscape

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Akash Network’s AKT: Transforming the Cloud Landscape appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Join Adexa @ Gartner Symposium/Xpo 2024

Adexa

Join Adexa @ Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2024 conference About the Event Are you ready to elevate your supply chain game? Well, mark your calendars because this May, the Gartner Symposium/Xpo is where the magic happens! Adexa’s BOOTH #813 is your gateway to the future of supply chain planning. Our team of seasoned experts is revved up and ready to chat with you.

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Index Funds and ETFs: A Comparison of Costs and Fees

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Index Funds and ETFs: A Comparison of Costs and Fees appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain News on What Metrics do Manufacturers Track

Supply Chain Digest

Research from the Manufacturing Alliance with Interesting Survey Data

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The Impact of Bitcoin on Global Economic Shifts

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post The Impact of Bitcoin on Global Economic Shifts appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Supply Chain News on Autonomous Trucks Vendor Kodiak Hopes to Gain Advantage through New High Powered Advisory Council

Supply Chain Digest

Walmart Transportation Exec James Reed will be Council Chair

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Future of Banking: Bitcoin’s Role in Global Macro Trends

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Future of Banking: Bitcoin’s Role in Global Macro Trends appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Airfreight Volumes and Rates Boosted by Red Sea Shipping Diversions

Supply Chain Brain

Avoiding the Suez Canal is raising volumes at European seaports farther from the conflict, leading to more combined sea-air transport through hubs such as Dubai.

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Diving into the Details: What Digital Yuan Means for Crypto Investors

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Diving into the Details: What Digital Yuan Means for Crypto Investors appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Southwest Airlines Boeing Plane Makes Emergency Landing After Engine Cover Falls Off

Supply Chain Brain

The Boeing 737-800 out of Denver International Airport was supposed to fly to Houston on April 7 before an engine cowling came off and hit the wing flap.

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Tactics Used in Bitcoin Market Manipulation: Unveiling the Dark Side

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post Tactics Used in Bitcoin Market Manipulation: Unveiling the Dark Side appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Mulls Possible Tariffs on Green Energy Exports from China

Supply Chain Brain

Yellen had previously expressed concerns that China's surplus of green technology exports could be hurting American manufacturers.

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The rising e-commerce effect

IT Supply Chain

By Tom Cash (pictured) Director, Foxmere The post The rising e-commerce effect appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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A Mandate for Manufacturers: Resolve to Fight Payment Fraud in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated by the day. Are manufacturers being proactive enough to fight the growing threat of vendor payment fraud?

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CRM vs. SRM: The Platform for Managing Suppliers

Kodiak Hub

Customer Relationship Management (CRM ) has undeniably transformed modern Sales and become its foundation for success. But contrary to MBA lore, CRM wasn't conceived as a brainchild of Tom Siebel in the 1990s. The practice of systematically managing client interactions has roots tracing back to the dawn of commerce itself. While Siebel might have ushered in the era of structured customer data management, CRM's essence echoes age-old practices of fostering customer relationships.

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Boeing’s 777 ‘Gliders’ Signal More Cash Woes

Supply Chain Brain

The bottleneck highlights how Boeing’s manufacturing challenges extend beyond its cash-cow 737 Max jet.

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U.S. Announces TSMC Incentives for U.S. Based Semiconductor Production

Supply Chain Matters

The U.S. Commerce Department has today awarded a $6.6 billion grant and up to $5 billion in government loans to Taiwan headquartered semiconductor producer TSMC. According to multiple reports, TSMC now has plans to invest upward of $65 billion into the design, construction and operation of three semiconductor fab facilities in Phoenix, Arizona. Before today’s announcement, TSMC ’s prior plans were to invest $40 billion consisting of two facilities, one of which would include 4-nanometer proces

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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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Taiwan Company to Get Billions in Federal Funds for New Chip Factory in Arizona

Supply Chain Brain

TSMC will get $6.6 billion in federal subsidies for a third semiconductor factory in Arizona, set to open by 2028.

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The Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

American Global Logistics

On March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge, a major transportation artery connecting Maryland and Virginia, collapsed. The collapse caused significant traffic disruptions and raised concerns about the fragility of our nation's infrastructure and its impact on supply chains. This blog post will examine the supply chain disruptions caused by the collapse.

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For CPG Companies, Risk Mitigation Is a Key Success Factor

BlueYonder

What are the greatest challenges and opportunities facing consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies today, and how can they maximize their chances for success? Blue Yonder and Microsoft recently commissioned IDC to create an infographic * addressing those questions. The answers may surprise you. Read on to learn more, but also plan to watch this on-demand webinar where Blue Yonder was joined by guest speakers Simon Ellis, IDC Group Vice President, U.S.