Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In my recent Talking Logistics conversation with Daniel Smith, Director of Sustainability and ESG at e2open, he talked about the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and how “under the UFLPA, due diligence means you have to prove the absence of any forced labor touching any aspect of your product. Due diligence isn’t reasonable care, Read more The post Proving the Absence of Forced Labor in Supply Chains appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Jim Waters and Joe Lynch discuss the key to effective last mile delivery. Jim is the Vice President of Marketing at FRAYT , an on-demand, last mile delivery solution that enables businesses to meet their customers’ same-day expectations, comparable to Amazon’s level of service. About Jim Waters Jim Waters is Vice President of Marketing at FRAYT, overseeing branding, customer acquisition and retention.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Now volatility is end to end, and supply chain planning extends beyond order fulfillment to sustainability and resiliency. The good news: They’ve updated the operator’s manual.

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The Smart Software

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In this article, we'll walk you through the process of crafting a spare parts inventory plan that prioritizes availability metrics such as service levels and fill rates while ensuring cost efficiency. We'll focus on an approach to inventory planning called Service Level-Driven Inventory Optimization. Next, we'll discuss how to determine what parts you should include in your inventory and those that might not be necessary.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Building a cyber-resilient organization is no longer something supply chains can wait to do or invest in over time. It has become a critical priority.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The proposed Supply Chain Agreement is designed to enable IPEF partners to work together collaboratively through information exchange, sharing of best practices, collective response to disruptions, and supporting labor rights.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This week, the lens of labor activism in the form of labor contract renewal negotiations turns the spotlight to three U.S. automakers, that being Ford Motor Company , General Motors and Stellantis. Backdrop Existing labor contracts among these three manufacturers and the United Auto Workers ( UAW ) labor union representing upwards of 146,00 workers are set to expire on Thursday of this week at midnight.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The I-95 bridge collapse presents a case study that will be analyzed for decades to come as other parts of the supply chain face additional and inevitable challenges.

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crisp

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Sean Cline, Principal of Retail at Seek Insights, spoke with Crisp about the challenges facing emerging CPG brands, and how becoming “insight driven” can unlock the next level of retail success. Sean Cline knows better than anyone that challenger brands – growing CPGs competing against long-standing category leaders – have unique challenges of their own.

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Global Trade Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Implementing the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in January 2026 for large corporates and smaller firms in January 2027 makes it clear that supply chain sustainability will become even more critical. Recent research by HSBC and the Boston Consulting Group has shown that global supply chains are responsible for up to 80% of the world's total carbon emissions, underscoring the urgent need to make supply chains greener and more socially responsible.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Trends in Enterprise NAS: Navigating the Future of Data Storage appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Digest

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Bans are Likely, with Different Transitions Periods Depending on Product Category

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The report, which was expected next week but was published hurriedly in draft by the UN on September 8 , will form the basis of the first “global stock take” under the 2015 Paris agreement.

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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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Axway

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

EDI and API can feel like two technologies on two different wavelengths. EDI is the traditional route for B2B integration and still underpin many mission-critical processes today; APIs are the new wave of digital connectivity.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Nick Maffucci, strategic account executive with OX, describes the state of warehouse automation, and where it might be going in the years ahead.

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Taulia

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Taulia Culture Anjali’s story: From late nights to new heights In our latest post, Anjali Tumrukota, Chief of Staff and People & Development at Taulia, discusses her eight years at… The post My sales journey so far appeared first on Taulia.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The U.S. and its European partners have stepped up plans to finance global infrastructure projects in a bid to counter China doing the same.

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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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Freightera

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Freightera is honored to announce that our Co-Founder and Head of Marketing Zhenya Beck, is among The Women We Admire’s Top 50 Women Leaders of Vancouver for 2023. This prestigious list celebrates inspiring women who are role models in diverse sectors. Today, the spotlight is on Zhenya, whose impact has been pivotal in our journey. The Driving Force Behind Freightera Zhenya has been transformative in shaping our innovative online platform, Freightera brand, and company culture.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Maersk is working to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2040, a decade earlier than its initial 2050 ambition.

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Tecsys

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Tecsys Announces Election of Directors and Appointment of Auditors

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HICX Solutions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Table of Contents What is supplier risk management? What are the benefits of supplier risk management? How to perform a supplier risk assessment Identifying supplier risks Supplier Financial Risks How to mitigate supplier financial risks Supplier operational & performance risks How to mitigate supplier operational risks Supplier compliance risks How to mitigate supplier compliance risks External risks How to mitigate external risks to suppliers Diversify supplier locations Monitoring geopoli

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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 Digest

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Company Says Injury Critics are Wrong, but Touts Improvement with Robots in New Report

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

If there’s one thing that separates a good ecommerce store from a great one it’s efficiency, whether that be in their supply chain, fulfillment solution, or customer service. The need for operational efficiency has never been more important. But how can today’s brands achieve operational efficiency? One solution is to implement a backend solution that synchronizes data from multiple channels — providing a unified view of operations.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The deal marks a breakthrough for Boeing as Vietnam Airlines currently operates an all-Airbus SE single-aisle fleet.

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