The year of the supply chain: 9 retail & logistics predictions
FLEXE
JANUARY 8, 2020
Happy New Year (and decade)! 2020 is going to be a big year for the supply chain.
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Building Blocks For The Ultimate Digital Supply Chain
Gravity Supply Chain
JANUARY 8, 2020
Build the ultimate digital supply chain and achieve business excellence using Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs theory. The post Building Blocks For The Ultimate Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Gravity Supply Chain.
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Can AI Improve Your Inventory Management?
Unleashed
JANUARY 8, 2020
In our increasingly digital world, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part and parcel of our lives –and it is becoming particularly useful to business owners and inventory managers. In this article, we explore the relationship between AI and inventory management, and how AI can assist in inventory management. What is AI? AI is essentially a feature of any given software which, like humans, uses the information available to it to reason, solve problems, make predictions and identify solutio
Where Does IP Responsibility Fall Within the Supply Chain?
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 10, 2020
Earlier this year, the University of California sued Amazon, Walmart, Target and other major retailers for alleged infringement of four university patents related to “filament” LED light bulbs.
Embedded Analytics Insights for 2024
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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.
How to Improve Supply Chain Cyber Security
AFFLINK
JANUARY 6, 2020
As your supply chain continues to grow in complexity, there will be more threats to your security. Your network will encompass more people, more data, and more steps along the way. Part of the issue with this interconnectivity is that vendors, suppliers, and C-suite executives could all potentially represent a risk. And as the digital world continues to grow, it's up to companies to figure out how to improve their supply chain security.
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Supply Chain’s Response to a Rapidly Changing Global Trade Market
CHAINalytics
JANUARY 8, 2020
There’s no doubt the global trade environment is changing quickly and in ways that are not always easy to anticipate. Just think back to two years ago. The trade war with China was just beginning, virtually nothing was known about how Brexit would unfold, and the U.S. was still signed to the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The … The post Supply Chain’s Response to a Rapidly Changing Global Trade Market appeared first on Chainalytics.
Inventory Challenges Management 1: Supply Chain Complexity
EazyStock
JANUARY 9, 2020
Common Challenges of Inventory Management. We all know that marketplaces are constantly changing. For starters, the international trading landscape is more uncertain than ever. In addition, eCommerce is driving increased competition from traders across the globe, both large and small. And with customers being more demanding and more vocal about their experiences, the need to provide an exceptional service at top speed is becoming the norm.
Optimizing vs. Maximizing: Obtaining a Bird's-Eye View Requires Digital Transformation
MPO Multi Party Orchestration
JANUARY 6, 2020
I recently joined IDC as an analyst covering global supply chain execution and fulfillment strategies, and began by reporting on the difference between maximization and optimization in the end-to-end supply chain: how it’s important to move from the former to the latter, how optimization can only be achieved by viewing the whole ecosystem, and how difficult this has been to do historically.
Top 10 supply chain trends for 2020
Requis
JANUARY 9, 2020
January 1st not only the start of a new year, but a new decade. It’s the decade we’ve decided to call the “Decade of Supply Chain”, because we truly feel that the next ten years will see supply chain take its rightful place at the heart of business organizations and at the heart of discussions about business optimization world wide. But in order for that to happen, supply chain needs much more visibility than it currently has.
Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI
Advertiser: GEP
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.
The Last Mile Really Does Begin with the First Pick From Your Warehouse
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 10, 2020
The last mile is a well-known and integral step in supply chain operations. Failures within the last mile often usurp all previous steps in the supply chain That said, the same value placed on the last mile should equal the first mile, and as a result, the first touchpoint. Supply chain leaders that wish to.read More. The post The Last Mile Really Does Begin with the First Pick From Your Warehouse appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
Latest Advances and Applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) Technology
DELMIA Quintiq
JANUARY 7, 2020
The Internet of Things, or IoT, is the name that the IT folks have given to the now billions of physical devices throughout the world that are connected to the internet. These devices not only collect data, but they share it as well. Through the proliferation of wireless networks as well as cheap processors, it’s now possible to turn a multitude of physical objects into an IoT device.
2020 Supply Chain Technology Trends
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 6, 2020
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? Do they have a proven ROI? Are they worth piloting? Or can we safely ignore them for a few more years? The post 2020 Supply Chain Technology Trends appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Around the curve: 2020 automotive industry predictions
Kinaxis
JANUARY 9, 2020
by Manda Schweitzer-Miller With the pace of change in the automotive industry as of late, making any predictions seems a bold move. It’s hard to imagine what the next twelve months and beyond hold for an industry facing seemingly non-stop innovation. But in 2020, I expect we’ll see this pace of innovation continue. Here are a few predictions for the year ahead.
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
Status of On-Demand Trucking
Kuebix
JANUARY 7, 2020
The U.S. transportation market is quickly ramping up technology-enhanced options to move products, goods and people in an effort to keep up with demand. Consumers are accustomed to free two-day shipping and detailed tracking information to follow their package every step of the way. Any business looking to fulfill these requirements should anticipate the need […].
How Restaurant Companies Can Achieve Network Effect in 2020
The Network Effect
JANUARY 7, 2020
The post How Restaurant Companies Can Achieve Network Effect in 2020 appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Long and the Short of Last Mile Delivery
Enterra Insights
JANUARY 6, 2020
In logistics, the “last mile” is a euphemism for the effort it takes to get a product or service delivered to its final destination. Historically, the last mile involved delivering goods to stores, where customers would shop and take items home. In today’s omnichannel world, the last mile can lead almost anywhere. Chris Cunnane ( @ccunnane ), an analyst with the ARC Advisory Group, explains, “In order to truly be omnichannel, retailers and brand manufacturers must provide
UltraShipTMS Kicks Off 2020 With 90-Day Food Logistics Education and Information Sharing Campaign for Food Shippers
Supply Chain Collaborator
JANUARY 8, 2020
Events Include Industry Expert Roundtable Discussions Produced in Partnership with the CSCMP NY/NJ Roundtable and Ongoing Relationship with Food Shippers of America. January 6, 2020 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS is kicking off a 90-day campaign of education and information sharing on the latest innovations and best practices for superior food logistics operations in the new decade.
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
8 Reasons Why Your Business’ Success Depends Upon Your Supply Chain
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 7, 2020
. Whether you are the CEO of an expanding corporation or the owner of a fledgling enterprise, its fortunes are subject to an undeniable truth. The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. If you want business success (and who doesn’t?), you have to make your supply chain successful too. Of course, it is helpful to have some statistics on hand to validate the statement above.
Sustainability: Part 2 – The Role of Global Supply Chain Managers
The Network Effect
JANUARY 10, 2020
The post Sustainability: Part 2 – The Role of Global Supply Chain Managers appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Importance of Customer Experience
OptiProERP
JANUARY 8, 2020
Customer experience is the watchword showing up everywhere in business communications and in the board room. It has its own hashtag and abbreviation #CX. Most importantly, customer experience is showing up in C-suite titles and roles: Chief Customer Officer, Chief Client Officer, Chief Customer Experience Officer or Executive Vice President for Member Experience, according to the Harvard Business Review.
Ask the “Right” Questions During TMS Selection to Avoid Surprises Later
Supply Chain Collaborator
JANUARY 7, 2020
It’s easy for an RFx process to get mired in the weeds. You have to ask the right questions to get the right answers to the most relevant challenges inherent in selecting a technology (and more importantly a provider/partner). Seeking detailed answers to questions about TMS features, functionality, data security and costs is surely important. But, don’t lose sight of the following questions; the answers to which will have a much more critical impact on the overall success (and cost) of your
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.
Doing Business in Thailand
QAD
JANUARY 9, 2020
Once known as Siam, Thailand became a constitutional monarchy in 1932. Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country not colonized by a European power. Thailand borders the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Its bordering countries include Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia. About twice the size of the U.S. state of Wyoming, the country is 513,120 sq. km in size with a fairly consistent tropical climate.
Last Mile Distribution News: January 10, 2020
Stord
JANUARY 9, 2020
Friday, January 10, 2020 Warehouse Automation Startups Gaining Traction High consumer expectations for fast deliveries are prompting retailers to turn toward automation to help speed up distribution. Almost 28% of warehouses globally are expected to be using commercial robots by 2025, up from just 3% in 2018. Since 2015, $1.2 billion in U.S. venture-capital has been invested in logistics-focused robotics and automation, and the broader market for warehousing and logistics market is expected to t
How Process Visibility from Cloud ERP Incentivizes Faster Payment
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JANUARY 7, 2020
Business owners, CEOs, and CFOs know that positive cash flow is the heart and soul of rapidly growing manufacturing and distribution businesses. They constantly look for ways to incentivize faster customer payments to maintain a healthy cash flow. Whether it’s positive or negative, cash flow impacts business growth, new ventures, capital expenditures and the acquisition of investors.
The Cannabis Supply Chain and Logistics Map!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 9, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Challenges in the Cannabis Supply Chain! Article written by, and permission to publish here provided by, Alan Wood at [link]. Do you find yourself thinking about starting a business in the marijuana industry? Perhaps you are thinking about taking your hobby as a gardener into a full-time cannabis farming.
The Big Payoff of Application Analytics
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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.
4 Questions with IKEA Food’s Digital Transformation Leader, Lars Gunnarsson
BlueYonder
JANUARY 9, 2020
NRF 2020 is right around the corner, and we are thrilled to highlight our customer IKEA Food in their digital transformation journey in our booth, 4237. We sat down with Lars Gunnarsson, deputy managing director and digital transformation leader, IKEA Food, to get a deeper look into their evolution as a global food retailer (and, fun fact, one of the largest food retailers today!
Who Eats the Cost When Your Delivery Contains a Damaged Product?
Shipchain
JANUARY 8, 2020
We’ve all been there. The package you’ve been patiently waiting for (probably no more than two days with how we’ve become accustomed to fast, free shipping) finally arrives, and the contents are damaged. Luckily for you, today’s companies are all about top-notch customer service. Within a few minutes, they’ve processed a refund for your item, and a new one is on its way.
How Accounting Visibility from Cloud ERP Improves Cash Flow
OptiProERP
JANUARY 7, 2020
This blog is part of a three-part series on how cloud ERP enables manufacturers to achieve operational excellence. In the series, we also cover how cloud ERP helps manufacturers deliver a best-in-class customer experience and drive companywide value through adoption and digitization. These topics and more are covered in our Achieve Manufacturing Excellence with Cloud ERP: A Practical Guide for Small and Midsize Manufacturers.
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