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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 15, 2023)

Talking Logistics

Did you know that there is an Excel World Championship — “the Olympics of competitive ‘spreadsheeting’?” I didn’t until I read about it in the Wall Street Journal this week. As Robert McMillan reported: Thrills were off the charts at the main tournament, where rivals battled for the Excel championship over three 30-minute sessions that. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 15, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How Butterfly Valves Optimize Industrial Processes

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Butterfly Valves Optimize Industrial Processes appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Upcoming Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode

Supply Chain Matters

In this brief update we wanted to alert our global readership to our latest upcoming Supply Chain Matters Podcast episode. Multi-industry supply chain teams continue to focus on the final aspects of supporting and executing Q4 and 2023 business goals. At the same time, teams are turning their attention to plans for the year 2024 and beyond. In conjunction with our research arm’s 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Advisory that will publish in January 2024, and to further ass

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Protected: 7 Ways a 3PL Provider Can Safeguard Your Supply Chain in 2024

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

In today's dynamic market, businesses face numerous challenges in maintaining robust and resilient supply chains.

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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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COP28 Climate Agreement-Progress-Compromise-Reassessment

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters highlights this week’s announced COP28 climate agreement and the likely implications for industry and global supply chains. The COP28 Agreement Framework One of the more significant developments in this week’s news cycle was the announced agreement from the United Nations COP28 climate conference held in Dubai. At the start of the conference, the tone was one of skepticism that any significant agreement would occur given the viewpoints of various factions and stakeholders.

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This Week in Logistics News (December 9 – 15)

Logistics Viewpoints

As hard as it is to believe, another year is coming to an end. This was certainly another interesting year from a logistics and supply chain standpoint, as we saw the emergence of generative AI take center stage. We also saw a lot of technological advances in transportation, warehousing, supply chain planning, robotics, and last mile delivery, just to name a few.

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California Nuclear Plant's Operations Extended Through 2030

Supply Chain Brain

The California Public Utilities Commission agreed to extend the shutdown of the state’s last functioning nuclear power plant through 2030 instead of closing the venue down in 2025.

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Ways Food and Beverage can Build Resilience with Supply Chain Optimization Software

Logility

From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. This reality is compelling F&B companies to rethink their strategies and approach to supply chain optimization and demand planning. Staying competitive in this intense landscape demands finely tuned operations that are highly efficient and effective – from product concept to customer consumption.

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Maersk Stops All Red Sea Container Ship Traffic

Supply Chain Brain

Maersk said December 14 that its vessel, Maersk Gibraltar, was targeted by a missile when traveling from Salalah, Oman to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

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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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Packaging Automation with Cloud-Based Packaging Software

Supply Chain 24/7

Packsize's cloud-based software platform provides an optimal solution for all your packaging requirements.

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Two Cargo Ships Attacked by Houthis in Red Sea

Supply Chain Brain

Both December 15 attacks, one missile-based and the other drone-based, came from a part of Yemen controlled by the Houthi rebel movement.

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2-Way vs. 3-Way Matching: What’s the Difference?

ProcurePort

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial management, precision is paramount. The complexities of modern business demand meticulous processes to ensure accuracy, especially in the realms of procurement and accounting. Two methodologies, 2-Way and 3-Way Matching, have emerged as critical players in this pursuit of financial integrity. This article explains the differences between matching systems and […] The post 2-Way vs. 3-Way Matching: What’s the Difference?

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The 250 Best-Managed Companies of 2023 – WSJ.com

Operations and Supply Chain Management

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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