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Software Planning: Satisfaction is Like a Flip of a Coin

Supply Chain Shaman

This week, after ten years, I am test-driving cars. I have not owned a car for a decade. City living has come to an end and it is time for me to get some wheels. Buying a car is overwhelming. I just want one that works. I find the process of negotiation, and comparison shopping tiring. My goal is safety and comfortability. It is hard to sort through the options.

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Gamification ideas in business: Your way to a more efficient supply chain

Kinaxis

by Emily Hunt Simply put, gamification involves the application of game design elements in a business setting. Gamification uses both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators to encourage users to perform at their best, fostering engagement through tactics ranging from simple – such as a progress bar, to those that are more complex – such as loyalty programs and immersive storytelling.

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Overcoming a shortage of supply chain talent

ToolsGroup

Editor’s note: There will be no blog post next week due to summer holidays. There is a shortage of supply chain talent. Supply Chain Insights reports that more than half of all companies are seeing an increase in employee turnover and experiencing unfilled job openings. In certain areas the problem is much worse. One senior manager at Boeing said he saw demand for supply chain professionals exceed existing talent by a factor of six to one.

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The Top 5 Changes That Occur With AI in Logistics

GlobalTranz

There’s no other way to describe it: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world of logistics. That may seem like a cliché, or hype, or buzz, but it is true. The tech is fundamentally changing the way packages move around the world, from predictive analytics to autonomous vehicles and robotics. Here are the top five ways in which Artificial Intelligence is transforming the logistics industry as we know it: 1) Predictive Capabilities Skyrocket When AI in Logistics is Implemented The

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Embedded Analytics Insights for 2024

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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Why Warehousing Matters

The Network Effect

There are few people today who believe that warehousing is simply a storage function – but many still have logistics. The post Why Warehousing Matters appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Overcoming a shortage of supply chain talent

ToolsGroup

Editor’s note: There will be no blog post next week due to summer holidays. There is a shortage of supply chain talent. Supply Chain Insights reports that more than half of all companies are seeing an increase in employee turnover and experiencing unfilled job openings. In certain areas the problem is much worse. One senior manager at Boeing said he saw demand for supply chain professionals exceed existing talent by a factor of six to one.

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Unlocking the Value in Blockchain for Logistics

GlobalTranz

The value in blockchain for logistics is about more than just retaining information. Blockchain technology builds value in the supply chain through better transparency and process standardization, but it holds additional value through new logistics services and business models. For instance, blockchain enhances freight auditing and invoice management, as well as cybersecurity.

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Warehouse Robots Enable a Digital Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

A leading MRO began a digital transformation three years ago. Because about half of this company’s 2017 revenues are related to warehousing services, several of their digital projects have been related to improving efficiency in their warehouses. This case study describes their approach to testing out mobile logistics robots. The post Warehouse Robots Enable a Digital Transformation appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Optimize Your Freight Spend Without Negotiation

Talking Logistics

Companies across all industries are dealing with rising transportation costs and a key question many CEOs, CFOs, and supply chain executives are asking is, “What can we do to better manage and control our freight spend in today’s market?” To get an expert’s response to that question, I interviewed Michael Falls, Senior Manager of Operations at enVista , in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

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.

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FMCG cost savings versus sales & marketing budgets!

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

There is your dilemma. You need to save cash towards an expensive year-end holiday but you really do not know the best place from where to take the money. Do you take it from your day to day current account which is already set up to pay the routine monthly bills and invoices? Do you take funds out of an investment account that has not yet actually matured?

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Blockchain and Supply Chain Analytics: Impact of Small to Large Supply Chains

GlobalTranz

The value of blockchain and supply chain Analytics is Undisputed, and the capabilities of blockchain Technology are starting to become available two small and midsize businesses, as well as large corporations, such as Walmart. Supply chain analytics can have additional value when used in conjunction with blockchain technology, providing invaluable, accurate insights and refining the supply chain, but supply chain Executives must first understand the limitations of today’s blockchain techno

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Is Sales and Operations Planning a Digital Age Process?

Enterra Insights

According to Niels van Hove ( @sctrends ), the term Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) was coined back in 1987. Back then mobile phones looked like bricks, IBM was introducing its Personal System/2 desktop PC, the Simpsons were introduced to television, and Ronald Reagan was urging Mikhail Gorbachev to tear down the Berlin Wall. As van Hove notes, “The times since Sales & Operations planning (S&OP) was born in 1987 as a solution for operational issues are long gone.”[1]

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Editor’s Pick: Top Operational Challenges Solved Through Supply Chain Visibility Solutions

Talking Logistics

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. This post from ClearMetal’s blog discusses the top operational challenges companies face and explains how enhanced supply chain visibility can improve each one.

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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

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The Experiential Supply Chain

Elementum

First it was the industrial economy. Then, creeping into the 21st century we saw the rise of the service economy. Now, supply chains are being disrupted by the experience economy. Led by Millennials who demand both more customized experiences and more granular visibility into the lifecycle of their purchases, the experience economy is forcing huge changes in the way business is done.

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[PODCAST] Why Logistics Execs Who Glean Insights from Transportation Management Data Collaborate More & Reduce Shipping Costs

GlobalTranz

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s episode, we welcome Cerasis, co-founder and Vice President of Business Development Steve Norall. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” You can subscribe and find this podcast on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Soundcloud , YouTube , and iHeartRadio!

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Omnichannel Fulfillment and the Amazon Effect

Enterra Insights

Many analysts assert the rise of e-commerce and the emergence of Amazon as an online retailer created the so-called “Amazon Effect” and set the stage for the Retail Apocalypse. Lin Grosman, Director of Communications and PR at GoDataFeed, observes, “The Amazon effect has dramatically changed the way we shop since the company debuted in 1994.

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To YMS or to WMS? That is the Question!

C3 Solutions

Being in a solution based industry, we believe technology should be nothing other than a solution to a problem. However, not having your organization’s specific needs met due to using the wrong tools will only make matters worse. In this article, we break down the differences between using a “best-of-breed” yard management system and a WMS yard module to help you identify which will have a more significant impact on improving your supply chain operations as a whole.

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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

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Attracting Talent To Your Supply Chain

Elementum

In a market where consumers are demanding instant gratification from brands, the importance of supply chain to a business’s success has never been greater. However, a shortage of new talent remains a problem for the industry. With the “first generation” of supply chain experts preparing to retire, businesses will need to invest in new talent to fill roles across logistics, operations, planning, procurement, and more.

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Outgrowing Excel? Here’s How to Create a Centralized Demand Planning Process

Arkieva

Demand Planning directly affects the business financial plan, pricing, capex decisions, customer segmentation and resource allocation. Considering the criticality and implication of this process, Demand Planners and Managers need to continually evaluate their current Demand Planning process and ensure that the Demand Plan generated is holistic, relevant and timely.

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Gaining Big Efficiency in Supply Chain Visibility Without Spending Big Dollars

CHAINalytics

| By Tim Brindley | Senior Manager, Supply Chain Operations | Chainalytics | Every person, regardless of industry, is caught in highly reactive day-to-day business rhythms, so it’s only natural to focus efforts on keeping up with internal and external customer-centric demands. Each day, new fires are started and put out, an over-abundance of meetings … The post Gaining Big Efficiency in Supply Chain Visibility Without Spending Big Dollars appeared first on Chainalytics

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Preparing for vCommerce: Why voice won’t kill eCommerce

TradeGecko

The early days of vCommerce were rough but Dom’s apology tour is over. Launched in 2014 with kinks, the Domino’s Pizza voice controlled ordering assistant has improved significantly and recently generated buzz for its “Dom is Sorry” campaign in which talking apology cards were sent to users who had a poor experience with DOM during its BETA testing.

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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.

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How to Attract the Best Talent to Your Supply Chain

Elementum

In a market where consumers are demanding instant gratification from brands, the importance of supply chain to a business’s success has never been greater. However, a shortage of certified supply chain professionals remains a problem for the industry. With the “first generation” of supply chain professionals preparing to retire, businesses will need to invest in new talent to fill roles across logistics, operations, planning, procurement, and more.

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GreyOrange sorts fast fashion with new high-speed Linear Sorter for supply chain automation

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Robotics and supply chain Automation company GreyOrange has announced the installation of its latest Linear Sorter at an international fashion company that provides fashion clothing and accessories across India; for women, men, teenagers and children.

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Getting Ahead of the Supply Chain: Taking Full Advantage of Predictive Analytics

RFgen

Predictive analytics aren’t a sci-fi vision. They’re becoming more accessible in the supply chain. Big data isn’t a new concept, but the technology has matured from technical and accessibility perspectives, making it a realistic option for organizations working to ramp up their supply chain operations. Digital innovation is critical in response, as large-scale big data programs hinge on accurate and efficient data collection and management.

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Supply Chain Management in the Automotive Industry

Supply Chain 24/7

In this paper, we discuss why industrial computing plays a major role throughout the entire automotive supply chain, from allocation and storage of raw materials and components to production and delivery to timely spare parts procurement.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

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.

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The Experiential Supply Chain

Elementum

First it was the industrial economy. Then, creeping into the 21st century we saw the rise of the service economy. Now, supply chains are being disrupted by the experience economy. Led by Millennials who demand both more customized experiences and more granular visibility into the lifecycle of their purchases, the experience economy is forcing huge changes in the way business is done.

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New WMS Deployment to Target Emerging Markets

Veridian Solutions

Emerging markets exist around the globe, and they’re ripe for investment and expansion of e-commerce, as well as omnichannel sales. As explained by Fortune, Walmart has already expanded its reach into Brazil’s emerging market, but it is in retreat. Let’s take a look at what went wrong and how new WMS deployment could help shape future excursions into emerging markets.

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Getting Ahead of the Supply Chain: Taking Full Advantage of Predictive Analytics

RFgen

Predictive analytics aren’t a sci-fi vision. They’re becoming more accessible in the supply chain. Big data isn’t a new concept, but the technology has matured from technical and accessibility perspectives, making it a realistic option for organizations working to ramp up their supply chain operations. Digital innovation is critical in response, as large-scale big data programs hinge on accurate and efficient data collection and management.