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The Importance of Freight Bill Audit with Richard Perry

The Logistics of Logistics

Richard Perry and Joe Lynch and discuss the importance of freight bill audit. Richard is Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Intelligent Audit , a cutting-edge logistics and supply chain technology company, dedicated to revolutionizing how businesses manage their shipping and transportation processes. About Richard Perry Richard Perry is a seasoned logistics and supply chain professional with over 20 years of industry experience and is a dedicated professional with a passion for individual

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TikToK Launches Logistics Service: Makes Sense?

Talking Logistics

Way back in October 2014, I asked “Do Facebook And Twitter Need A Logistics Strategy?” Here’s what I wrote at the time: Do Facebook and Twitter (as well as Pinterest and others looking to get more involved in e-commerce) need to take the extra step [beyond providing a “Buy” button”] and facilitate order fulfillment and. Read more The post TikToK Launches Logistics Service: Makes Sense?

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Omnichannel Fulfillment in Asia-Pacific: The Ins and Outs

CHAINalytics

This post is the second installment of a four-part examination of the Indian omnichannel marketplace. Read the first post here. Omnichannel fulfillment is an increasingly critical aspect of global retail, particularly in India and the greater Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The growth of ecommerce has retailers pursuing ways to offer integrated shopping experiences across multiple … The post Omnichannel Fulfillment in Asia-Pacific: The Ins and Outs appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Top 10 TikTokers to Take Off your Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

Try this as a tongue twister: “Tripping through tantalizing TikTokers, tenfold to transform your tangled supply chain!” That was fun, right? In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. Discover the Top 10 TikTokers reshaping how you view supply chains. Beyond dance moves, they offer bite-sized insights for success, promising to elevate you above inefficiencies.

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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.

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The AI Supply Chain Capabilities You Need Now to Thrive in the Future

IT Supply Chain

By Keith Hartley (pictured) CEO & Board Member, LevaData The post The AI Supply Chain Capabilities You Need Now to Thrive in the Future appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Foundation For Data Protection and GDPR for EU Business Hubs

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Foundation For Data Protection and GDPR for EU Business Hubs appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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RS Integrated Supply Earns Silver Award for Safety Excellence – RoSPA Recognition 2023

Synovos

RS Integrated Supply Earns Silver Award for Safety Excellence – RoSPA Recognition 2023 Silver Award Received from Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents WARRINGTON, UK / RADNOR, PA 21 AUGUST 2023 – For the second consecutive year, RS Integrated Supply has earned a Silver Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, in recognition of our high-performance level and good management in health & safety programs.

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Results day data breach

IT Supply Chain

By Tony Pepper (pictured) CEO, Egress The post Results day data breach appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Yellow’s Demise Underscores the Need for a New Labor Relations Narrative

MIT Supply Chain

The bankruptcy of trucking company Yellow has attracted considerable attention since the story broke early this month. But an aspect of the story that is under-reported is how the demise of a 99-year-old trucker and the loss of an estimated 30,000 jobs offers essential lessons about the transition to the workplace of the future. Old habits die hard Since Yellow’s bankruptcy was announced on August 6, 2023, the company’s management team and Teamster union officials have been at odds over the caus

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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.

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Global Supply Chain News on The Many Reasons US Ports do not Automate

Supply Chain Digest

Labor Opposition is Just One Factor, with US Competitiveness at Risk

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5 Demand Planning Statements that Shouldn’t Be Said

John Galt

When is it time to upgrade to an advanced planning solution? Listen to your team. If they're saying these things, it's time to upgrade.

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Supply Chain News on Amazon has Relaunched Its InHouse Shipping Service for Marketplace Sellers

Supply Chain Digest

UPS, FedEx See Stock Prices Fall after the News

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Watch: How AI Has Transformed the Logistics Landscape

Supply Chain Brain

Robotics and artificial intelligence are changing more than the warehouse, says Ray Roberts, enterprise sales executive at Logiwa. An example: Autonomous vehicles are becoming more active in trucking.

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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.

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Benefits of Implementing Procurement Software

ProcurePort

1. Greater Cost Savings Optimized Spend Analysis: One of the primary advantages of leveraging procurement technology is the potential for cost savings. Advanced systems analyze spending, ensuring every dollar is accounted for and purchases follow company policies and contracts. Discount Management: With procurement technology, companies can seamlessly track supplier discounts or promotional offers, ensuring they […] The post Benefits of Implementing Procurement Software appeared first on P

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In a Fashion Industry Undergoing a Profound Transformation, Not All Brands Will Be Victorious

Supply Chain Brain

The brands that will win are those capable of intelligently combining more efficient sourcing with flexible production methods and products, while adapting to consumer expectations.

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Collaborative Promotion Planning in the Retail Sector

Cognira

Collaborative Promotion Planning in the Retail Sector Merchant & Marketing Perspective August 21, 2023 Promotions Planning is a crucial part of the promotion management lifecycle. It serves as the foundation for promotion success since it is where retailers strategize on objectives and spend, and create the promotion accordingly. Promotion planning is a collaborative effort between merchandising and marketing, encompassing multiple functions.

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Amazon Restarts Delivery Service It Paused During the Pandemic

Supply Chain Brain

Amazon Shipping is now available in the contiguous U.S., meaning the organization will handle packages sold on the company website as well as items from other selling channels.

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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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Retailer Quarterly Performance Points to Stressed Consumers and Changed Buying Trends

Supply Chain Matters

Our review of select major retailer’s Q2 financial performance point to added data reflecting economically stressed consumers. They further point to changed online buying trends. Retailers who proactively anticipated such trends and resized their inventory stocks seemed to have fared better. Amazon’s Strong Financial Performance and Signs of Stability After a major realignment of retail fulfillment operations and the shedding of upwards of 27,000 employees, online retail platform provider Amaz

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Tata Seeks Partnerships for U.K. Battery Plant to Supply Jaguar Land Rover EVs

Supply Chain Brain

The collaborations for the battery plant could range from a joint venture and the sharing of knowledge to experimentation and licensing agreements, Tata said.

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How Do Consumers Feel About Retail’s Evolving Return Policies?

BlueYonder

Consumers who have recently needed to make a return after shopping at a retailer might have noticed some extra fine print at the check-out counter. Over the past several months, many retailers have tightened their return restrictions , whether that means shortening the return window (e.g., from 60 days to 30 days), implementing restocking fees for returns, or requiring consumers to make returns in-person.

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How to Determine if Unscheduled Delivery is a Fit for Your Business

Supply Chain Brain

There is an optimal opportunity to improve efficiencies by streamlining store operations and pickup experience to maximize time serving customers.

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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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Speed Up and Simplify Your Industrial Automation Integrations

AB&R

Speed Up and Simplify Your Industrial Automation Integrations By AB&R How to Automate Production Processes and Visual Inspections with Zebra Machine Vision Producing high-quality output and ensuring traceability and accuracy is increasingly important in manufacturing, packaging, and logistics operations. But the challenge is how to achieve it, particularly with demands for efficiency and quality on a continual rise.

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Cargill-Chartered Vessel Sets Sail to Test Wind Power Technology

Supply Chain Brain

The WindWings will allow shippers to save up to 1.5 tons of fuel per wing per day, meaning Pyxis Ocean can save up to three tons of fuel daily.

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Trade Rules are Increasingly Environmental, Social and Governance Rules

Logistics Viewpoints

United Cocao Faces Deforestation Claims There are important changes in trade regulation occurring that supply chain professionals need to be aware of. Environmental, social and governance issues are increasingly finding their way into trade policy. Increases in business process outsourcing means that human rights and environmental violations are no longer only an internal company matter, companies are expected to monitor their end-to-end inbound supply chains.

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Three in Four Companies Will Be Using Robotic Automation by 2027

Supply Chain Brain

Many organizations already use mobile robots and plan on expanding their fleets over the next three years.

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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