CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 19, 2021

Prior to the pandemic, supply chains were already growing in complexity due to increased globalization, data sources, and customer demands. Disruptions from COVID-19 accelerated these challenges, requiring supply chains to be more agile and resilient than ever—something that isn’t possible if don’t have the right technology and talent in place. In this dynamic environment of frequent disruptions, spikes in demand, and tight capacity, the ability to quickly scale your talent and technology is a s

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Rising sea levels, deforestation, melting of the polar ice caps are all familiar words and phrases used in relation to our environment. For years scientists and activists have been lobbying the need to reduce our carbon footprint. Whilst there has been progress in terms of changing consumer demands and mindset, much remains to be done. Pallets have been around since early 1910s, but the reliance of pallets only grew rapidly during World War II.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

As logistics continues to grow more lucrative to the customer experience, 3PLs are playing an increasing role in the supply chain. Vetting 3PLs and transportation management services providers is a complex topic and shippers may not know where to begin. Even more complex, some 3PLs may offer different degrees of service, such as a 4PL model that blends a shipper’s existing network and fleets with a 3PL’s technology and solution, as discussed in this third-party versus fourth-party value articl

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2021

SCCN is a Network Solution. There is a multibillion-dollar supply chain software market that grew at double digit rates during the pandemic, and will continue to grow fast, that very few supply chain executives have heard of. How can this be? What is this Market? The solution is called a supply chain collaboration network (SCCN). Gartner calls this solution a Multi-enterprise Supply Chain Business Network.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks. Sarah Banks and Joe Lynch discuss three priorities for future success in logistics. Sarah is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture , a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. About Sarah Banks. Sarah Banks is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2021

If you do a Google search on “inflation,” you get back more than 46 million hits, with many news items published in just the last few weeks. Simply put, many economists, business leaders, and consumers are concerned about rising inflation. Supply chain leaders are concerned too. In June, we asked our Indago supply chain research. Read more Inflation Across the Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and looks at the difficult decision of transitioning in-house logistics to managed services. The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 17, 2021

Having access to an accurate forecast is very beneficial for businesses. If used correctly, it can provide better margins, increase market shares, and many other positive results. At a more tactical level, it can help reduce the costs associated with meeting the customer demand and make the supply chain more efficient. How Forecastable is Your Data?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Yas Marina Circuit, Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Overview. Yas Marina Circuit is the venue for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The event is held on an annual basis receiving 60,000+ visitors over 4 days. Over the last decade Yas Marina Circuit has implemented a number of initiatives to improve the sustainability of its venue and events. In 2019 Yas Marina Circuit began working with DGrade to find a sustainable solution for plastic water bottles and cups used during the Formula 1 event.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2021

I was in a fog most of last week. Literally, in a fog. It descended on DownEast Maine like a blanket on Tuesday and lifted itself off slowly, patch by patch, on Thursday afternoon. It was nice, just focusing on the near and now, completely disconnected from what was happening beyond the fog. No email. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 20, 2021).

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article is from FourKites and examines ocean trends for 2021. 2020 was a tumultuous year for supply chains, and 2021 has certainly followed suit. With summer winding down, we take a look back at the major trends that occurred in ocean shipping in the first half of 2021 and reflect on what your organization can do to proactivel

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Logility

AUGUST 20, 2021

Here’s how autonomous supply chain planning helps businesses make faster and more informed decisions than ever before. Supply chain data may be readily available, but there is no guarantee it can help your business. Consider the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chain planning. We’ve seen many businesses forced to temporarily shut down; other companies have needed to shift their operations on the fly from selling products in brick-and-mortar stores to selling them online. .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

On July 8, 2021, Kok Kum Yeong, Presales Team Leader, ASEAN at RPA software company UiPath, and Paras Chadha, Vice President, Digital Innovations at IT services company Total eBiz Solution (TeBS), joined LogiSYM hosts Bob Gill and Raymon Krishnan to discuss ways in which the logistics industry can harness the full potential of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Intelligent Automation (IA) technologies.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this June 2021 post from Descartes’ blog, Martin Meacock highlights some ongoing post-Brexit challenges importers face.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 19, 2021

Industry 4.0 is a term coined by the German government as shorthand for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Analysts from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) explain the first three revolutions were driven by steam, electricity, and automation. They write, “Industrial production was transformed by steam power in the nineteenth century, electricity in the early twentieth century, and automation in the 1970s.”[1] The fourth revolution is being driven by data.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 19, 2021

There's a growing expectation among customers across the industrial landscape that their suppliers deliver a smoother and more reliable “phygital” experience.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Geo thermal Power Station in Iceland. M achines are built to last ! As a consumer, I expect when I invest in an appliance or a tool, it will keep working for a reasonably long time to bring a return. But to keep any machinery in good working condition, regular maintenance is needed to mitigate wear and tear. Planet earth is similar. Our fossil fuel-driven logistics systems have been working the earth hard, and there is just as much need for actions to mitigate the wear and tear that is being don

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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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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 18, 2021

By Chuck Everette (pictured). Director of Cybersecurity Advocacy, Deep Instinct. The post Eliminating false positives & securing the supply chain with automation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 17, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Risk Management is a Cirque Du Soleil Calibre Act! International Supply Chain disruptions article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Smith. In today’s world, most commerce depends on an international supply chain one way or another. Whether it’s contracting the manufacture of goods or simply ordering parts from another country, few products are sold that are totally made in the USA.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 18, 2021

Companies across industries are looking for ways to make their supply chains more sustainable, resilient, and socially responsible. Social enterprises can be valuable partners in achieving these goals.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 14, 2021

New cars are hard to come by in 2021, and so are stoves and refrigerators. The reason? A global shortage of computer chips. From computers to cars, to gaming systems and appliances, multiple types of products include semiconductor chips – which have been in short supply since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading. The post Understanding the Global Chip Shortage & How Supply Chain Leaders Are Addressing Disruptions Today appeared first on SCMDOJO.

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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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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 19, 2021

By David Jinks (pictured). Media consultant. The post The show must go on! New high-capacity Covid mobile testing lab ensures the cameras keep rolling appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 18, 2021

Reverse logistics is the process of goods returning to their point of origin – back from the purchaser to the manufacturer or supplier. Today, reverse logistics can no longer be an afterthought for manufacturers, but is instead an integral part of supply chain planning. Rather than letting returns harm their business, manufacturers and retailers who are innovative and have efficient processes in place can benefit from reverse logistics.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2021

Mike McBreen, chief operating officer of Rad Power Bikes, relates the innovative solution that the company devised to get around severe port congestion and lack of equipment availability in its traditional supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 19, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Cyber Security and the Digital Supply Chain! Cyber security is important article and permission to publish here provided by Daniel Williams. The world is now more dependent on technology than ever. However, despite the positive impact of technology on human existence, cyber-attacks are now a threat to people and businesses.

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IT Supply Chain

AUGUST 18, 2021

By Matias Madou (pictured). CTO & Co-founder, Secure Code Warrior?. The post Low Code No Code: does it have a place in the software industry? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 16, 2021

Big data is only useful if you understand the metrics and can connect them to the important areas of your business. But how do we turn inventory management data and other key metrics into business intelligence? This article explores general insights behind the data found in the evans365 portal and what it means for your business. Account Activity Data.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2021

Production at U.S. factories strengthened in July by the most in four months, rebounding above pre-pandemic levels and indicating manufacturers are coping with snarled supply chains and shortages.

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