Trending Articles

article thumbnail

Thoughts. Selecting Supply Chain Software

Supply Chain Shaman

Let me start with why I selected a baby with ears for this post. I find that most companies’ understanding of supply chain planning is immature, and that next week, at the Gartner Supply Chain Summit in Orlando, that many will don their Mickey ears to discuss what I consider outdated supply chain planning models. The investment in these outdated concepts is an opportunity cost to improve outcomes.

article thumbnail

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD): Addressing the Entire Value Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Following 45 days of negotiations, the European Council approved a watered-down version of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The EU CSDDD has had a difficult journey, facing delays, changes, and hurdles to overcome. Nonetheless, the direction of travel of European governments is clear: companies need to do more to identify their exposure to unethical practices, human rights abuses, and significant adverse environmental issues , across their value chain.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo Eytan Buchman April 25, 2024 Navigating New Horizons: The Impact of Fast Fashion on Air Cargo Rates & Dynamics The intersection of fast fashion, globalized retail e-commerce, and air cargo logistics is coming to a head with Temu and Shein’s entrance to the US market.

Cargo 228
article thumbnail

DAT IQ: The Metrics that Matter with Samuel Parker

The Logistics of Logistics

Samuel Parker and Joe Lynch discuss DAT iQ: the metrics that matter. Samuel is Director of Product Marketing at DAT Freight & Analytics ‘ Shipper segment. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.

Metrics 181
article thumbnail

Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

article thumbnail

The Supply Chain: A System in Crisis

SCM Research

I am pleased to announce that our new book, The Supply Chain: A System in Crisis , co-edited with Stefan Gold, is now available. It contains very insightful chapters by fantastic colleagues. Our book highlights the multifaceted challenges facing modern supply chains. It examines the concept of a globalized economy, juxtaposing the promise of prosperity with the acute reality of worker exploitation and environmental harm.

System 203

More Trending

article thumbnail

Ferguson’s Commitment to Supply Chain Excellence Drives Customer Satisfaction

Logistics Viewpoints

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Ferguson PLC In 2022, I wrote an article called The Best Supply Chain Company You Have Never Heard Of. The article was about Ferguson PLC, a value-added distributor of plumbing and heating products. Ferguson has an extensive and complex supply chain. When I had an opportunity to catch up with Michael Jacobs, the senior vice president of supply chain at Ferguson, I leapt at the chance.

article thumbnail

The World Needs VUCA-Oriented Leaders

Enterra Insights

Recently, Thibaud Molin , a partner at the KYU, told reporters at a press conference, “The world has entered a zone of uncertainty.”[1] His observation applies equally to geopolitical and business environments. In the geopolitical sector, some of the uncertainty comes from the fact that 2024 is an election year. Journalist Kelvin Chan reports, “AI-powered misinformation and disinformation is emerging as a risk just as a billions of people in a slew of countries, including large

article thumbnail

Freight Recession: Opportunity or Threat with Steve Elwell

The Logistics of Logistics

Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss freight recession: opportunity or threat. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. About Steve Elwell Steve is the Founder and since 2010 Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm located in Farmington Hills, MI.

Freight 132
article thumbnail

5 Essential Steps to Excel as a Yard Manager

C3 Solutions

Managing a large yard in a warehouse is a huge responsibility, often undermined by the bias for action. A yard manager must know how his role impacts the overall chain.

article thumbnail

7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

article thumbnail

[Video] The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies

Talking Logistics

Over the past four years, due in large part to the Covid pandemic, there has been a lot of discussion about the importance of risk management and how companies need to create more resilient supply chains, with logistics being a key enabler. We were reminded of this again just a few days ago, when a. Read more The post [Video] The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

article thumbnail

Rise Like Batman: Transform Supply Chain Challenges into Opportunities

John Galt

Elevate your supply chain planning with lessons from Batman, an example of embracing uncertainty and forging supply chain antifragility.

article thumbnail

The Global Supply Chain of Sports Betting: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Global Supply Chain of Sports Betting: A Behind-the-Scenes Look appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

Global 104
article thumbnail

Happening Now: Tracking Maritime Cargo Trends

West Coast and California Logistics

Supply Chain Dive has developed a new cargo tracker on its website where users can track cargo activity at US ports and read the latest port-related articles. Recent additions to the page, for example, show that March cargo volumes increased 8% in Long Beach YOY and 19% in Los Angeles YOY.

Cargo 106
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

The Walmart RFID Tagging Mandate: Advantages and Compliance Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

While some retail supply chain leaders may initially feel hesitant about investing in achieving RAIN-tagging compliance, doing so can deliver significant upside potential.

article thumbnail

Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 26, 2024)

Talking Logistics

The woodpecker is back. Maybe it’s not the same one that pecked a hole in my house a few years ago, but it could be a disgruntled relative. I haven’t seen him yet, I’ve only heard his peck, peck, peck. He’s taunting me, I know. But I won’t let him get under my skin, peck. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 26, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

Logistics 177
article thumbnail

Blue Yonder Associate Travels to Texas To Capture a Once-in-a-Lifetime Solar Eclipse

BlueYonder

May is National Photography Month and is dedicated to learning about the art and mastering the various techniques. Today, we all have cameras in our hands via our smartphones so everyone is considered an amateur photographer. But those who are professionals are dedicated to the art and seek out that once-in-a-lifetime, perfect shot. Blue Yonder associate Kevin O’Donnell recently went in search of this photo during the recent solar eclipse in North America.

Texas 83
article thumbnail

Freight Brokers Need More Than Just Automation; They Need Optionality

IT Supply Chain

By Sean McGillicuddy (pictured) Chief Revenue Officer, Tai Software The post Freight Brokers Need More Than Just Automation; They Need Optionality appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

article thumbnail

Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.

article thumbnail

How Perpetual Inventory Systems are Transforming Business Operations

RFgen

Have you ever wondered how the world’s top businesses maintain perfect harmony between their sales and stock levels? How these organizations seem to flawlessly keep goods flowing while ensuring they never miss a beat in customer satisfaction? Wonder no more. The answer lies in modern inventory management best practices. Specifically, the use of perpetual inventory systems.

article thumbnail

Automotive Case Study: Chery Phase 1

Supply Chain Brain

Established in 2023, Chery Super Factory is a cutting-edge automobile manufacturing plant with a focus on integrating advanced technologies and realizing digital transformation. With an annual production capacity of 300,000 vehicles and 200,000 KD units, the factory aims to be at the forefront of business integration, smart supply chain management, and a robust logistics ecosystem.

article thumbnail

Outside-in planning: a big elephant that needs a bite-size approach

Supply Chain Trend

“ There is only one way to eat an elephant: a bite at a time.” Desmond Tutu Outside-in thinking in theory Outside-in thinking makes sense. It has been suggested to include a market, customer, and competitor view in a strategy definition for more than 50 years. It is not new in strategy. It is not new in supply chain management either. Lee’s uncertainty framework (2002) shows how segment your supply chain in demand streams and how to define your supply chain response to that.

article thumbnail

LogiNext Mile Ensures Robust and Safe Deliveries With Compartment Planning and 3D Packing Optimization

Loginext

Discover how LogiNext transforms logistics with cutting-edge loading optimization and smart delivery planning. By analyzing factors like product dimensions and vehicle capacity, LogiNext ensures safe and reliable deliveries, preventing damage and enhancing brand reputation. Thus, not only reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also contributing to a more sustainable supply chain.

article thumbnail

How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

article thumbnail

AI Knowledge Management, Legal Spend Management, and More Tips for Corporate Leaders

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post AI Knowledge Management, Legal Spend Management, and More Tips for Corporate Leaders appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

article thumbnail

Adaptation: The Key to Growing Sales with Supply Chain Uncertainty

QAD

I bought a new car without test-driving it, waited a month for it to be delivered, and it’s still missing a component – it’s the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Who else would have scoffed at this statement a few years ago? We all know that a multitude of factors have contributed to continued supply chain issues. In 2019, I would have been highly skeptical of the scenario described above but it’s my true story in 2024.

article thumbnail

Watch: Concurrency: The New Supply Chain Requirement for Tearing Down Silos

Supply Chain Brain

What Kinaxis calls "concurrency" tears down silos from end to end in the supply chain, guaranteeing success, says Tom Rhoads, the company’s global vice president of sales and supply chain execution.

article thumbnail

Hurricane season 2024: how to prepare your supply chain

Resilinc

Prepare your business for the stormy seas of the 2024 hurricane season. Discover why experts predict robust storms and how to safeguard your supply chain. Outlook for hurricane season 2024 This year, hurricane season starts June 1, 2024, and ends November 30, 2024, and will primarily affect the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea.

article thumbnail

How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics

In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.

article thumbnail

National Supply Chain Day #AMA

BlueYonder

Today is National Supply Chain Day when we celebrate all things supply chain! The day was first declared in 2020 during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains were thrust onto the world scene. Those two words became what everyone was talking about for the next couple of years – and continues to be even today. The tagline for the day is “Every link in the supply chain matters,” which emphasizes how import each piece of the supply chain is from the raw materials to the transportatio

article thumbnail

Navigating the loading bay’s hidden risks

IT Supply Chain

By Wouter Satijn (pictured) Sales Director, Joloda Hydraroll The post Navigating the loading bay’s hidden risks appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

article thumbnail

Unlocking Efficiency: Navigating Sea Freight Logistics in Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain 24/7

Discover the benefits of sea freight logistics with SEKO Logistics and why it's a cost-effective solution for your supply chain.

Freight 69