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Why Top LSPs Take A Supply Chain Orchestration Approach to Success

Talking Logistics

Logistics service providers (LSPs) face a unique challenge. In addition to the evolving customer demands within an increasingly global, networked, multi-channel supply chain, these professionals juggle a variety of clients with differing supply chain management needs. Many leading LSPs, such as DSV, CEVA, and GEODIS, have opted for a more holistic supply chain orchestration approach.

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Editor’s Choice: Reducing Lead Times with Real-Time Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Descartes Systems Group and looks at how companies can reduce lead times with real-time data. As so many of us were made aware since the pandemic lead times were stretched to extreme levels for many products globally.

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Sustainable Product Packaging Impacts Supply Chain Transformation

QAD

Multiple times a day across the globe, a similar conversation takes place. The subject of the conversation is one person giving a grocery list to another so they can stop at a market or store. Quite often, the person dictating the list to the other describes one or more of the products by a distinct characteristic of its packaging rather than by name.

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Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter

IT Supply Chain

By Charlie Huggins (pictured) Manager of the Quality Shares Portfolio at Wealth Club The post Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Specialized Food Inventory Software

My Office Apps

Differentiating Specialized Food Inventory Software: Beyond Standard Inventory Management Solutions Not all inventory management software is created equal. This guide illuminates the key differences between generic inventory solutions and specialized software tailored for the intricacies of the food industry. Discover how advanced features address specific needs like lot numbers, expiration dates, catch weight, and consumption control.

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Epicor’s Announced Acquisition of Elite EXTRA

Supply Chain Matters

Mid-market focused ERP software technology provider Epicor today announced the acquisition of Elite EXTRA , a provider of Cloud -based last-mile delivery support. According to the announcement , this acquisition will complement and strengthen Epicor’s abilities to optimize last mile logistics across this provider’s supported vertical industries. It further expands the ERP software provider’s ability to support customers across make, move, sell and deliver business process and decision-making dim

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How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Supplier Risk Management

HICX Solutions

Learn all you need to know about supplier risk management with our comprehensive guide that’ll help ensure your organization identifies & manages risks. Benefits of SRM: Boost your organization by identifying and averting supplier risks for a resilient supply chain. Risk Assessment: Create a strategy to assess minor and major supplier risks. Leverage Technology: Enhance vendor risk management through real-time tracking, automation, and data analytics.

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Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Securing Supply Chains Against Counterfeits in a Post-COVID World

Supply Chain Brain

The concept of supply chain security holds significant weight in today's global business landscape.

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Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security

IT Supply Chain

By Anurag Lal (pictured) CEO, NetSfere The post Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for November 16, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Garment Workers in Bangladesh Say No More Low Pay. Australian Ports Hit wth Cyber Attack. Jury Hands Amazon a Big Loss over Alleged Ignoring of Worker Abused by Others.

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Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Why is Logistics Outsourcng Spend Declining

Supply Chain Digest

Sharp Drop Since 2020, 3PL Study Finds

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Case Study: Amware Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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The Hidden Cost of Plug-in Hybrid Fleets

Supply Chain Brain

The savings as well environmental benefits of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) vanish when fleet drivers fail to charge and become overly reliant on the gasoline engine.

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Data says Synergy Logistics multi-agent orchestration software, SnapControl, is game changer

SnapFulfil

Synergy Logistics, a leading innovator in warehouse technology, is reporting remarkable results with its groundbreaking multi-agent orchestration platform (MAO), SnapControl. This software solution empowers warehouses to achieve seamless and efficient control over all automation devices and robots within their distribution centers (DCs).

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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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Melrose Says Engine Snags Threaten Airbus, Boeing Delivery Goals

Supply Chain Brain

Peter Dilnot, who takes over as Melrose’s chief executive officer in March 2024, said that while the supply hitches are boosting after-market demand, they’re limiting planemakers’ ability to build jets.

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Food is Not Food if It’s Unsafe

Enterra Insights

We all need to eat. However, we rely heavily on the agricultural and food service sectors to ensure that the products we put into our bodies are safe to eat. If they’re not safe, they shouldn’t be called food. Food safety is currently a hot topic. Netflix recently released a documentary entitled “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food.” The documentary is based on a book by best-selling author Jeff Benedict.

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Eli Lilly to Build $2.1B Factory in Germany

Supply Chain Brain

Sources that spoke to Reuters said the project would create over 1,000 jobs when including sub-contractors as well as suppliers in the region.

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How Machine Learning is Reshaping Diverse Sectors with Practical Applications

SCMDOJO

When you think about machine learning, you might imagine robots learning as they interact with their surroundings. In numerous aspects, you’re not too far off. Within the specialized subject of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning refers to the ability of systems and machines to learn from their experiences and get better without explicit programming.

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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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October Marked Seventh Straight Month of Increased Spare Capacity

Supply Chain Brain

The survey showed that the extent to which supplier capacity went underutilized was higher in October 2023 than it was in September and August.

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Case Study: Staci Americas Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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UAW Members Approve Deal with Mack Trucks

Supply Chain Brain

Mack Trucks said that the new contract will increase the average wages of UAW members by 36% over the life of the contract.

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A Guide to Mastering Inventory Planning & Management with StockTrim

StockTrim

Ah, the world of inventory management—where chaos can reign supreme if not managed well. But fear not! With the right tools and strategies, navigating the inventory labyrinth can be a breeze. In this guide, we’ll unravel the mysteries of inventory planning and management, spiced up with the superhero abilities of StockTrim, the inventory forecasting software that'll save the day!

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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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Podcast | Autonomous Trucks Are Coming. Really.

Supply Chain Brain

Driverless trucks might be zipping down the roads sooner than you think.

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Embracing Automation in Data Entry

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Traditional legacy systems frequently result in unstable cash flow, while also introducing the potential for errors, putting both the broker and the accountant in uncertain positions. This is where technology strides in to save the day.

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Watch: A Final-Mile Maturity Model for Achieving the Perfect Order

Supply Chain Brain

Mike Graves, vice president product management with Pierbridge, a WiseTech Global company, describes the stages of a model that enables shippers to adjust to unexpected ups and downs of demand.