Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Per $1 billion in company revenues, no supply chain application has a better return on investment (ROI) than network design! The larger the supply chain, the bigger the payout. Further, these projects are not for the faint of heart. Executives must have the fortitude to make changes in the operating policies and the network infrastructure that may affect the lives of employees.
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Richard Lebovitz and Joe Lynch discuss leading inventory attack teams. Richard is the CEO of LeanDNA , a purpose-built analytics platform for factory inventory optimization. About Richard Lebovitz Richard Lebovitz is the CEO of LeanDNA , a purpose-built analytics platform for factory inventory optimization. Over his 30+ year career in the supply chain, Richard has worked with manufacturers around the world in operations, supply chain, and lean strategy roles to develop systems that can manage c
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SYSPRO Smarter ERP
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Quality management is one of those things that you only realize the importance of when it does not work. When quality controls are on track, they improve efficiency and cost, and things hum along. But when they go awry, quality issues can drive up material and labor costs, threaten margins, and result in missed orders. Having a modern quality management system in place is therefore critical.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The global supply chain is facing a labor shortage that has slowed down manufacturing and shipping times. As a result, prices continue to rise and economic stagnation has gotten worse.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The program has been so successful, the company intends to expand it, adding more participants over the next 12 months.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Nicholas Hyett (pictured) Investment Manager, Wealth Club The post UK business creation and closure: No apocalypse now appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 30, 2023
In this seventh weekly Supply Chain Matters reader update, we can now highlight that tentative labor agreements have been reached between the United Auto Workers and U.S. auto makers Ford Motor , Stellantis and now General Motors. On Thursday of last week, we highlighted the announcement of a tentative agreement being reached with Ford Motor Company.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Analytics and AI: Navigating Enterprise Success with Cloud Contact Centers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Global Trade Management
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Let's dive into a cutting-edge and crucial topic: visibility in supply chains. I dare to say that the term "visibility" and with that, the visibility solutions seem rooted in an outdated idea, relying heavily on human perception: our eyes. In this era of relentless dedication to harnessing state-of-the-art technologies, it's fair to question why we cling to a concept that intelligent AI-driven systems could potentially surpass.
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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.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post 6 Gift Ideas to Show Appreciation to Your Boss appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Unleashed
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Ecommerce consumers want fast, accurate deliveries and a transparent purchasing process. When it comes to customer service, how you manage your WooCommerce order fulfilment plays a vital role in meeting customer expectations. In this guide, we break down the WooCommerce order fulfilment process and how it works, with actionable tips for optimising your fulfilment strategy to bring costs down and boost productivity.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Alice Johnson (pictured) Full-Time Professional Blogger The post How to Choose an ACP Provider for Tablet Discounts appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
crisp
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Crisp has acquired Atlas Technology Group and will also serve as the preferred retail data technology platform for Advantage Solutions’ 4,000+ CPG clients. A commitment to best-in-class insights At Crisp, we believe that the world’s greatest brands deserve the best data and insights. After all, it’s only with visibility into sales and inventory at every store that CPGs can create our next favorite product, keep shelves stocked, and reduce waste.
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
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Andrew Tavener (pictured) Head of Marketing, Fleet Solutions, Descartes Systems The post Don’t Let The Halloween Gremlins Turn Your Peak Season Into a Zombie appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Digest
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Fulfillment and Shipping Costs Continue to Rise Faster than OnLine Sales
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post Behind the Scenes: How Legal Wizards Fix Healthcare Management Mishaps appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The role of plastic in logistics cannot be boiled down to "friend or foe." Instead, plastic should be seen as a dynamic material that requires continuous evaluation and improvement.
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
Locus Robotics
OCTOBER 30, 2023
By Mary Hart Happy Halloween! I asked ChatGPT to take my blog post and put a Halloween spin on it, and then I edited it. Every warehouse has a boogeyman and for many managers, it’s automation. They picture giant scary robots gobbling up jobs, crushing workers, and wreaking all kinds of havoc. But most automation fears are as light as a feather, not stiff as a board.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
To make the most of available resources, provide more delivery choices, and achieve maximum efficiency, it is essential to effectively manage multi-carrier operations in real-time.
Precoro
OCTOBER 30, 2023
A purchase order (PO) is a formal request for goods or services that becomes a legally binding document once the vendor accepts it. The document is essential for smooth procurement operations. It guides vendors while they fulfill the order and aids buyers in verifying invoices and analyzing their purchases and expenses. However, it all would be unnecessarily complicated without one seemingly small but crucial detail — the purchase order number.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Jey Yokeley, vice president sales with TransImpact, details the way that technology — especially in the form of artificial intelligence and machine learning — is aiding how both parcel carriers and shippers make key decisions in an increasingly complex industry.
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.
ProcurePort
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Competitive advantage is what sets your business apart from competitors and can take various forms, including cost leadership, differentiation, focus, innovation, and service excellence. Effective procurement practices play a vital role in gaining a competitive advantage by reducing costs, sourcing unique materials, focusing on niche markets, driving innovation, and building strong supplier relationships.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Saudi Arabia recently introduced a new airline, called Riyadh Air, which aims to provide a level of service and connectivity that equals regional champions Emirates and Qatar Airways.
TrackVia
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Project management has become an essential aspect of achieving efficiency, productivity, and success in the fast-paced business landscape of today. By employing the appropriate methodologies and tools, you can revolutionize your project management approach, resulting in enhanced communication, optimal resource allocation, and the timely completion of projects.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The U.K. environment secretary said a U.K.-based environmental science network would be launched, to gather data on the environmental impact of deep-sea mining.
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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.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The White House breaks the key components of the executive order into eight parts: Creating new safety and security standards for AI , including by requiring some AI companies to share safety test results with the federal government, directing the Commerce Department to create guidance for AI watermarking, and creating a cybersecurity program that can make AI tools that help identify flaws in critical software.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
The agreement between the UAW and Stellantis will see wages for most workers rise by 25% over the next four-and-a-half-years.
Synovos
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Packaging Manufacturer Uses Integrator to Generate $4 million in MRO Savings Download Case Study Client, Integrator Fine Tune Supply Chain Program to Ensure Sustained Success Managing change is a big part of gaining control of the MRO supply chain and that change cannot happen unless there is a committed partnership where both client and integrator adapt to be successful.
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