Kuebix
JUNE 12, 2019
Since humans began making and distributing products to one another, the structure of the supply chain has remained predominantly untouched. Raw materials flow in, are changed into a product and are then distributed and used until finally they are thrown away. This linear chain has been sufficient to keep economies churning, but a new, more […].
FLEXE
JUNE 13, 2019
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MercuryGate
JUNE 11, 2019
The post How The Delivery Wars are Altering Retail Logistics for Good appeared first on MercuryGate International.
GlobalTranz
JUNE 14, 2019
Digital transformation is inevitable, and digital transformation within the supply chain has the potential to streamline operations, reduce costs, and offer a better work environment for employees. The result is improved customer service, but the real implications of supply chain analytics go much further. The proper use of supply chain analytics is crucial to digital.read More.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 10, 2019
The term supply chain control tower is being used more frequently. Some think it is being overused. What is a supply chain control tower? From my perspective it must be a holistic supply chain solution. What does that mean? For me, it means the following ten things. The post What is a Supply Chain Control Tower? appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 9, 2019
[00:20] Opening / Introduction. [00:51] Tell us about yourself and what you do in Panama. I was born and raised in Panama and manage a 3PL. My main role is to promote the hub that Panama offers to the world. [02:19] What was your first job in logistics? A relative of mine had a parcel company that got a contract with a multinational. He learned that he needed to serve a different area than he was in, so he called all his friends and family to help him launch.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 14, 2019
Artificial intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly an overhyped buzzword. Michael Watson, an instructor at Northwestern University and a founding partner at Opex Analytics, explains, “‘AI’ is a tech buzzword that seems to take on a new meaning each time you hear it. This causes confusion for many business leaders who struggle to put it into perspective for their specific needs.”[1] To break through the confusion, Watson suggests business leaders view AI as an umbrella term encom
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 14, 2019
So close, yet so far away. I actually can’t believe that I am not writing an intro to the news round-up about Boston sports and our monopoly on titles. Unfortunately, after a valiant run, and a decisive game 6 victory to force a game 7, the Bruins were unable to bring the Stanley Cup home. Of course, I just assumed Boston would win, as it is what our sports teams do these days.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 14, 2019
You know those signs you see on the side of the road, showing a truck pointed downward on a triangle, warning drivers about a steep downhill up ahead? It’s a beautiful sign when you’re riding a bicycle. It means you can coast downhill with little effort for the next few miles. But if you plan. The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 14, 2019) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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ModusLink Corporation
JUNE 11, 2019
Brands and consumers often share a similar perspective when it comes to returns: it’s their least favorite part of the buying experience. Even brands with the best products must handle returns, but when it comes to supply chain and go-to-market strategy, returns are typically glossed over. Why is that? A big piece of returns neglect […]. The post Reverse Logistics Returns Opportunity: Win Customers & Save Money appeared first on Steel Connect.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 13, 2019
Evolution has demonstrated that the most important traits for survival are adaptability and resilience. It’s a lesson that must be continually learned, especially in the business world. Former IBM executive Irving Wladawsky-Berger writes, “The belief that efficiency is fundamental to competitive advantage has turned management into a science, taught in every business school on the planet, whose objective is the elimination of waste, whether of time, materials or capital.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 11, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is Supply Chain Management (SCM)? (Video). When I started my career the term “Supply Chain” had just been coined. As such it was many years before I actually heard of the term “Supply Chain Management” Regardless I pursued my interests and took on an increasingly diverse set of progressive jobs as time went on.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 12, 2019
Congratulations to the Class of 2019! It is school graduation season. Two of my nephews just graduated from high school and another graduated from college. Next week, my son graduates from 8th grade and my daughter from 5th grade. They’re all making their way, year by year, toward the ultimate graduation: living in the real. The post Most Likely to Succeed appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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
3rdwave
JUNE 11, 2019
When we begin conversations with trade compliance practitioners and ask them their top 3 challenges, most talk about the need to manage 1 or more functional activities. By functional activity, we mean point solutions that support the user in accomplishing a specific task, such as product classification (HS, ECCN, USML, etc), Restricted Party Screening (RPS or DPS), License Determination, Free Trade Agreement qualification, and other regulatory related stuff.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 12, 2019
Many supply chain pundits shake their heads in wonder as companies continue to operate with data locked up in silos. Data silos are a remnant of industrial age organizations and industrial age thinking which focused on optimizing various business functions. Siloed data and silo thinking are also found within the supply chain. Lora Cecere ( @lcecere ), founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights, writes, “The broader concepts of connecting from the customer’s customer to the supplier’s supplie
Savi
JUNE 14, 2019
As businesses become more customer-focused, there is even more pressure to solve for supply chain challenges and reach 100% supply chain visibility. “You are only as strong as your weakest link.” Therefore, it’s necessary to look at every section of the journey – not just at internal systems but also to collaborate with carriers and supply chain partners to ensure the timely delivery of goods.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 10, 2019
The spotlight is certainly on global trade management today, with Brexit and tariffs on the minds of many supply chain professionals — and they are looking for ways to successfully navigate through these risks and uncertainties. One area that is getting renewed attention is duty drawback. What is duty drawback, and why is it making. The post Why Duty Drawback is Making a Comeback appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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
3rdwave
JUNE 14, 2019
In 2018, as part of its sustainable ocean’s management mandate, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) imposed new reporting standards for the importing of 14 species of seafood. The program is called Seafood Import Monitoring Program or SIMP. What is SIMP? As a software provider of applications that support international supply chain execution and automated customs clearance programs, we need to provide the functionality to address a multitude of government and busines
Provenance
JUNE 10, 2019
We’re proud to announce that our founder and CEO, Jessi Baker, has received an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for the Queen’s Honour List , announced on the Queen’s birthday, 8th of June 2019. With famous faces, such as Olivia Colman and Bear Grylls , as well as members of the general public, the list “recognises the achievements of a wide range of extraordinary people across the United Kingdom.” (– Cabinet Office ).
Supply Chain 24/7
JUNE 12, 2019
There is a major shift away from the internally-focused strategy with enterprise resource planning at the center, to a much broader and more collaborative strategy using new disruptive technologies such as multi-party networks, artificial intelligence, and autonomous technology.
BlueYonder
JUNE 13, 2019
As sustainability becomes increasingly important to many consumers, grocery retailers are challenged with how to keep up with these modern customer demands. In the video blog below, Fab Brasca, JDA’s GVP Solutions Strategy, explains how buyer behavior can be better supported through machine learning and artificial intelligence in direct response to sustainability.
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.
Elementum
JUNE 10, 2019
“There’s S&OP… and then there’s the real world.” — Gartner Research. Gartner points out a critical truth that all supply chain organizations have to face. While organizations spend 30% of their time doing sales & operations planning in the “liquid zone”, they spend 70% of their time with actual sales & operations execution (S&OE) in the “frozen zone”.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 10, 2019
The global supply chain has become extremely complex. Proctor and Gamble has more than 75,000 suppliers, while Walmart counts more than 100,000. With so many suppliers in the mix, companies are finding it extremely challenging to keep tabs on their shipping containers.
3rdwave
JUNE 12, 2019
When looking at best practices for trade compliance, look no further than CBP’s ISA (Importer Self Assessment) program and its handbook. While the ISA is very procedural and carries a heavy burden of overhead, it sets a great baseline for a best-practices trade compliance program. . Have a trade compliance procedures manual that documents how you execute and manage trade compliance processes.
CHAINalytics
JUNE 13, 2019
The post Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt Partners with Chainalytics to Navigate Production Challenges appeared first on Chainalytics.
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BlueYonder
JUNE 12, 2019
Today’s Wednesdays for Women blog is an insightful conversation with Gina Hortatsos, vice president of marketing at FourKites, a JDA partner. I had the opportunity to get to know Gina at ICON, JDA’s customer conference held in Dallas in early May. Gina shares her journey working through enterprise software, taking lessons learned along the way to become a servant leader, using Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to align her team, and ensuring she’s mindful that we are always teaching people how
Maine Pointe
JUNE 12, 2019
In part four of his five-part series of practical insights blogs looking at the evolving importance of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Alfred Baumbusch, EVP Operations at Maine Pointe, considers why, despite a history of failures, S&OP remains a top three priority for end-to-end demand/supply chain executives and looks at six critical success factors that have often proved elusive.
3rdwave
JUNE 13, 2019
Great global supply chains move product from source to destination with minimal friction. Friction in the global supply chain occurs at those points where disruption to the supply chain plan can manifest itself and impede the smooth flow of product in its international journey. In this case, we are not talking about unforeseen dramatic disruptions, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, political turmoil, we are referencing those areas where expected normal operations go “off plan” and disru
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