Sat.Nov 11, 2017 - Fri.Nov 17, 2017

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What’s wrong with Strategic Network Design?

ToolsGroup

Editor's note: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no blog post next week. The problem with strategic network design is when it accounts for service time but not service level. That is, it accounts for the time it takes to serve customers, but not the probability that a certain percentage of the orders will be delivered within that time. It optimizes the network, but it doesn’t optimize inventory across the network – a shortcut that can lead to a different network once the inventory i

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The 5 Top Benefits of a Warehouse Management System

GlobalTranz

The days of managing inventory in warehouses with pen and paper have disappeared. In their place, warehouse management systems have risen to make managing inventory easier, and these systems provide tremendous benefits, explains Rick Register of Inbound Logistics. Let’s take a look at the top five benefits of a warehouse management system. A Warehouse Management System Saves Space.

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Why Supply Chain Cost-Cutting Isn’t Impacting the Bottom Line

Material Handling & Logistics

While companies try to remove 3% to 4% in supply chain cost reductions each year they see minimal or no impact to the bottom line. Companies across industries are stuck in a supply chain cost-reduction death spiral, according to Accenture. A new Accenture Strategy report , released Nov 14, found that while companies try to eke out 3% to 4% in supply chain cost reductions each year, more often, they see minimal or no impact to the bottom line.

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Blockchain: Reflections on a Webinar

Supply Chain Shaman

Yesterday, I spoke at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Leaders Forum on innovation. The presentation focused on nine themes. One of the nine was blockchain. I asked the audience for a show of hands to understand how many of the supply chain leaders in the room were testing blockchain. I saw no raised hands. Later that afternoon, I hosted a webinar featuring blockchain case studies.

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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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Using Business Intelligence to Navigate Supply Chains

Talking Logistics

Karen Sage, Chief Marketing Officer at MercuryGate, addresses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why is converting data into actionable intelligence so important today? What are the main challenges shippers and logistics service providers face in this area? How have BI/analytics capabilities in TMS evolved over the years?

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Opportune LLP Announces Partnership with River Logic

River Logic

DALLAS, November 14th, 2017 — River Logic today announced its new partnership with Opportune LLP , a global energy advisory firm. Opportune adds value to their clients by utilizing their deep energy industry supply chain expertise to improve financial and operational results.

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Getting Creative in Last Mile Logistics

Enterra Insights

“What’s driving the focus on last-mile delivery?” asks Adrian Gonzalez (@talkinlogistics).[1] He points out, “Over the past couple of years, … Continued. The post Getting Creative in Last Mile Logistics appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Top 5 Considerations When Selecting a TMS

Talking Logistics

Our industry has gone through some significant changes in the last 10 years and we’re likely to go through even more thanks to factors like omni-channel, autonomous trucks and increasingly complex routing. The good news is that a transportation management system (TMS) can give you one of the strongest return on investments (ROIs) of any supply chain management software – if you can find the right one for your organization.

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Getting the Brexit and Trade Compliance Debate Moving

Oracle SCM

Stephen McCartney, ASR - Supply Chain Management. I recently attended a roundtable event in London hosted by one of our partners, KPIT. The topic was on trade compliance and it brought together transport organizations, retailers, consultants, manufacturers and technology providers. The aim was to stimulate a debate and discuss the business challenges and opportunities that are affecting trade compliance globally, including the impact of Brexit.

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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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Viable Visibility with Ocean Carriers

NFI Industries

As in many areas of logistics, visibility during the ocean shipping process continues to be a challenge for both shippers and carriers alike. Shippers are constantly seeking new ways to gain more visibility into their supply chain to ensure on-time deliveries and meet cost guidelines. Meanwhile, ocean carriers are trying to engineer the best routes.

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Will Blockchain Revolutionize the Supply Chain?

Enterra Insights

Like wildflowers in spring, blockchain technology has burst forth as a topic in supply chain circles. Just three years ago … Continued. The post Will Blockchain Revolutionize the Supply Chain? appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 13-17, 2017)

Talking Logistics

In case you’re wondering, I did get selected as a juror this week. I’m now 4 for 4 — four times called for jury duty, 4 times selected. The trial (a driving under the influence case) only lasted a day and we found the defendant guilty. When the jury duty letter arrives in the mail, many people have the same reaction I have: Ugh. But every time I serve, I’m reminded again that along with voting, serving as a juror is a great honor, responsibility, and experience.

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Don’t let your Physical Supply Chain get Left in the Dust

ModusLink Corporation

We all like new gadgets. Whether it’s the latest phone or the fanciest car or the smartest smartwatch, we love having the newest and flashiest device on the market. And this isn’t limited to our personal devices – companies also love being on the cutting edge, implementing the newest and smartest technologies their industry has […]. The post Don’t let your Physical Supply Chain get Left in the Dust appeared first on ModusLink Global Solutions.

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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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Back to the Basics: What’s the Core Purpose of Supply Chain Management?

Arkieva

As supply chain professionals and SCM technology enthusiasts, our conversations and discussions are often forward-looking. Sometimes, it’s essential to focus on the here and now, before looking ahead. In this post, we’ll cover some of the basics of what supply chain management entails, and why it’s a critical component in fueling supply chain innovations.

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Technology is Driving Transformation to the Digital Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

The world gets more complex every day. New knowledge is being generated; politics are creating new concerns; weather patterns are … Continued. The post Technology is Driving Transformation to the Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Supply Chain Trial by Jury

Talking Logistics

Author’s note: I have jury duty today. The last time I reported for jury duty, seven years ago this month, I got selected as a juror for a murder trial and spent almost three weeks in court. Those were also the first three weeks of me going off on my own and starting my own company. I think I earned less than $100 for my time served — not a great way to start off financially, but serving as a juror was a worthwhile experience nonetheless.

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Arriving Just in Time – Advanced Transportation Logistics Scheduling

Supply Chain Collaborator

“Spot Market Freight Indices Continue Surge to Three-Year Highs”. “Truckload Carriers Pitch Rate Hikes Driven by ELDs, Driver Pay, Hot Market”. “The Value in Orchestrating a Scheduled Transportation Plan”. These three headlines from Transport Topics and Food Shippers of America magazine tell the story of one of the most important challenges facing shippers in North America leading into 2018.

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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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How do you create a streamlined process for analyzing what-if scenarios?

Arkieva

How do you create a streamlined process for analyzing what-if scenarios? was first posted on November 16, 2017 at 8:15 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at hyeboah@arkieva.com.

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How to choose the best shipping provider for your business

TradeGecko

There are over 400 different couriers around the world; however, chances are you only know a handful of them. While major companies such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL are reputable express couriers, they may not always be the best fit for your business.

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Chainalytics Expands Service into Ocean Transportation Management

CHAINalytics

Atlanta, GA (November 15, 2017)–Chainalytics, a global leader in supply chain consulting, analytics and market intelligence, today announced a new transportation service offering, Chainalytics’ Ocean Buying Group, to expand its comprehensive supply chain competency for clients and partners. “Our new service offering is designed to help organizations achieve best-in-class rates for ocean container transport regardless … The post Chainalytics Expands Service into Ocean Transportation M

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Warehouses Are Full as Holiday Season Commences

Material Handling & Logistics

Imports take a breather as retail shelves are fully stocked for peak season. After months of record-setting volume as retailers stocked up for a busy holiday season, imports at the nation’s major container ports will be essentially flat this month compared with the same time last year, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report from the National Retail Federation and consulting firm Hackett Associates.

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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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Procurement and supply chain jobs up 13% in the UK year on year

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The latest Robert Walters UK Jobs Index has revealed that procurement and supply chain vacancies have risen across the UK, with the number of jobs available in the third quarter of 2017 up 7% compared to the same time last year.

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5 Ways to Ensure Your Supply Chain Stability

3PL Insights

A stable supply chain should help manage risk and enhance productivity by protecting your brand reputation and increasing revenue. Employ these 5 tips to ensure supply chain stability: 1. Monitor sources. Ensure that your suppliers are stable and able to provide for your needs by understanding all tiers of the supply chain and the nature and importance of each tier.

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JDA Labs and Google Cloud to Host Meet-up On Data Streaming and Machine Learning

BlueYonder

On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 6:00 PM, JDA Labs and Google are hosting a meet-up at the JDA Labs office in Montreal. The meet-up will focus on data streaming and machine learning with the Google Cloud Platform. Machine Learning through Google Cloud Platform’s Dataflow. Maxime Legault-Venne from JDA Labs will speak about solving machine learning delays.

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Take Control of Visibility into Your Supply Chain

Material Handling & Logistics

Supply chain visibility starts with the right control tower architecture. Visibility. Of course that’s what you want. We all want it. After all, how can you run a supply chain without it? Changes in demand, late shipments, quality issues, point of sale, weather patterns, production schedules and projected inventory positions are just some of the myriad of things you want to be able to see so you can make better and more informed decisions as a supply chain executive.

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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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Microsoft Reinvents its Supply Chain by Leveraging SAP Ariba & Intrigo Systems

Supply Chain 24/7

Microsoft has teamed with SAP Ariba and Intrigo Systems to create a scalable, modern cloud-based platform to support the efficient, cost effective manufacturing of its most popular products, including the Xbox and Surface.

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Event Success – The China & Asia Footwear 2017 Summit

Pivot88

The China & Asia Footwear 2017 Summit , was a great success. Pivot88 is proud to a Golden Sponsor this year. The event took place at the Langham, Shenzen Shanghai on September 25-26 where our CEO Stephane Boivin had the opportunity to be invited as a speaker. The session explained How Digitizing Quality Control Processes Within Your Contract Manufacturing Partners Improves Your Supply Chain Operations.

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Warehouse of the Future: The Importance of an Integrated and Autonomous Supply Chain System – Part 3 of 3

BlueYonder

In part 1 of this blog series , we took a look at how innovation is changing the supply chain and the evolution of different warehouse types and processes. Part 2 of the series took a deeper dive into the adoption of technology within the distribution center (DC), how technological innovation processes in DCs are poised to change over the next few years and the path and obstacles to automated DCs.