Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2023

3 quarters down, 1 to go in 2023. The fourth quarter is typically a busy one for retail and logistics service providers, but as Paul Berger reported on August 29 in the Wall Street Journal, “this year’s peak shipping season is arriving with a whimper as merchants and consumer-goods suppliers continue to burn off excess. Read more The post Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q3 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

FourKites CEO, Matt Elenjickal One of the two leaders in the real-time transportation visibility market is FourKites. The CEO – Matt Elenjickal – told me that the company has roughly $100 million in revenue. That is fast growth. ARC Advisory Group did a study on the supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) a couple of years ago. ARC considers real-time visibility solutions, like the one from FourKites, one type of SCCN solution.

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The Smart Software

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Dealing with the day-to-day of inventory management can keep you busy. But you know you have to get your head up now and then to see where you’re heading. For that, your inventory software should show you metrics – and not just one, but a full set of metrics or KPI’s – Key Performance Indicators. The post How Are We Doing? KPI’s and KPP’s appeared first on Smart Software.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

By Dan Barton (pictured) COO & co-founder, BluestoneX The post SAP Master Data Management: Solving the Dirty Data Dilemma appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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.

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Resilinc

OCTOBER 2, 2023

September 29 Update on the UAW Strikes On Friday, the United Auto Workers (UAW) President, Shawn Fain, announced the strike would expand to include 7,000 new members—bringing the total number of members on strike to a staggering 25,000. Now the strike covers 21 states and 41 distribution centers, including two new, crucial plants: Ford’s Chicago assembly plant and GM’s Lancing Delta Township plant.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The countdown to ICON London is well underway, and the buzz is real! We’re not just hosting a conference — we’re unveiling a roadmap to the future of supply chains. Get ready to dive deep into the five themes that are set to reshape our industry. Here’s the ultimate preview of what’s to come at ICON London, 11–13 October: 1. Preparing for a New Tomorrow As we gear up for ICON London, consider this: the zeitgeist moment of the supply chain is here.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

By Tom Cash (pictured) Director, Foxmere The post Using AI to manage obsolescence appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The procurement landscape is ever changing, and recently, in contrast to the traditional procure-to-pay platforms, we have seen the emergence of a new type of software solution, intake-to-pay, which is marketed as a more comprehensive solution. Now, companies can handle the pre-PO procurement processes, identify purchasing needs, order and approve purchases, receive invoices, and pay for goods all in one system.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

By Chris Jones (pictured) EVP, Descartes The post Did my retail & ecommerce deliveries really go according to plan – and how to improve? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Maine Pointe

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Unlock profit growth for small energy firms with strategic supply chain optimization. Overcome hurdles and excel with SGS Maine Pointe's insights.

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The technology ecosystem is continually evolving, with significant developments in areas such as AI driving rapid change in recent years. In this environment, making the decision to properly invest in training that is timely, specialized, and high-quality can make or break an organization’s ability to stay ahead of the curve in shifting industry landscapes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Akash Gupta and Joe Lynch discuss thriving in an omnichannel world. Akash is the CEO of GreyOrange , a robotics company that provides automated fulfillment solutions for ecommerce and retail businesses. About GreyOrange Re-defining fulfillment, GreyOrange Inc. provides a state-of-the-art hardware agnostic fulfillment orchestration platform, GreyMatter , that responds to customer orders in real time as well as proprietary and certified third-party hardware.

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Axway

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Ever wondered how different software applications communicate seamlessly? The secret sauce often lies in REST APIs. In today’s digital age, understanding REST APIs is not just a tech requirement but a business imperative.

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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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SnapFulfil

OCTOBER 2, 2023

One of the UK’s top three automotive salvaging and recycling companies is powering forwards with its ambitious five-year growth plan thanks to timely investment in a digital warehouse management system (WMS).

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ProcurePort

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, procurement professionals are constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and make data-driven decisions. Technology has greatly improved spend analysis in recent years, with Artificial Intelligence leading the way. This article discusses the advantages of using AI for spend analysis in procurement.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Daniela Sirtori-Cortina – Sept 20, 2023 – Bloomberg Businessweek, Illustration by Kyle Platts Elaborate drinks and an almost endless array of combinations can slow baristas down, but a plan to hasten service has yet to materialize.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The nation, which has curbed overseas sales of all grades of rice to control domestic food inflation, will reduce the minimum export price to $850 a ton from $1,200.

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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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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Commercial aircraft designer and manufacturer Airbus announced last week the creation of a dedicated commercial aircraft business unit to be headed by the company’s existing head of sales. The news of this appointment was initially reported by Reuters , and coined as this plane maker’s: “ biggest management revamp for years, as it juggles supply pressures with challenges in defence and space, industry sources said.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Though UPS did not disclose the financial details of the deal, the acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

As technology continues to reshape industries, the role of artificial intelligence in blue-collar recruiting is a question on everyone’s minds.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The new service connects the capital Jakarta to Bandung, a top economic hub, and is designed to ease the country's severe traffic jams.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The case involves work slowdowns and stoppages at the Pacific Northwest during labor confrontations more than a decade ago.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The benefits of autonomous trucks for trucking companies are clear.

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