Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By any measure, China’s rise as an economic power has been impressive — some people have even called it miraculous. Wikipedia notes, “The Chinese economic reform or Chinese economic miracle, also known domestically as Reform and Opening-up, refers to a variety of economic reforms termed ‘socialism with Chinese characteristics’ and ‘socialist market economy’ in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) that began in the late 20th century.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

To navigate the year ahead, firms should act now to build policies, implement processes, and partner with third-party experts to create sustainable supply chain logistics and improved data processes.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

What is QAD Teamwork? QAD Teamwork is an annual event for QAD partners to learn about new products, strategies and trends. Educational Sessions at QAD Teamwork The event features a variety of educational sessions, including: Insights into QAD’s latest acquisitions Information on QAD’s unified messaging strategy Tips on how to cross-sell supply chain and ERP solutions An overview of Adaptive Applications In addition to the educational sessions, participants also have the opportunity

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IT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post Keeping Your Cryptocurrency Investment Safe: Our Top Tips appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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My Office Apps

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Why MRP is a Game-Changer for Manufacturing Success In the fierce competition of the manufacturing industry, the ability to keep pace with constantly changing market conditions is crucial. One key to achieving seamless production and satisfied customers is managing resources effectively. This is where Material Requirements Planning (MRP) comes in, a vital tool that plays a fundamental role in any manufacturing process.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

After new tentative multi-year labor agreements were reached among the United Auto Workers and three U.S. based automakers , the industry wide implications have already begun. Toyota Motor indicated this week that most of the automaker’s U.S. based factory workers would be provided a 9 percent wage hike. The global automaker who operates non-unionized facilities across the U.S. will reportedly cut in-half the time required for hourly employees to reach maximum pay rate, from an existing eight ye

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IT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post How to Find the Right Cosmetic Equipment Supplier for Your Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

After reports last week indicating that Seattle based digital freight start-up services provider Convoy was preparing for a possible sale or winding down of business operations there are indications that freight logistics platform provider Flexport will be the acquirer of Convoy’s underlying technology. The announcement stems from a memo sent from Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen sent yesterday, and subsequently reported by The Wall Street Journal , TechCrunch , GeekWire and other outlets.

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IT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Darren Williams, (pictured) CEO, Blackfog The post Blackfog October Ransomware Report appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Demand Driven Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

It took Brexit, the end of international law, a pandemic, a few near-global wars, and other vicissitudes for the Supply Chain planet to finally (almost) begin to free itself from the dictate: “Make accurate forecasts and you’ll ensure your company’s success by having the right product at the right time in the right place” The.

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IT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Paul Gampe (pictured) Chief Technology Officer, Console Connect The post The Generative AI revolution is here – but is your cloud network ready to embrace it? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

A production schedule can help you bring down manufacturing costs and maximise efficiency during the production process. Effective production scheduling can mean the difference between a happy customer and a job that was cancelled because it wasn’t completed on time. Keep reading to learn what a production schedule is, how to create one, and the actionable tips that’ll help you maximise success and improve productivity in your production scheduling process.

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crisp

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Through the partnership, CPG brands can leverage the latest retail data to minimize deductions and improve supply chain performance. Deductions are a persistent challenge for CPG brands that can eat away at profits and hurt the retailer-supplier relationship. It’s critical to get a handle on performance issues that lead to penalties and avoid any invalid deductions – but in order to do that, brands need comprehensive visibility into supply chain and sales performance across their retail partners

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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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Adexa

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Plan your Supply Chain with Uncertainty Planning is performed primarily to avoid risk as well as improve operational efficiency leading to higher gains in business and better customer satisfaction. Planning is not too hard until the uncertainty is considered as a norm, not an exception. Traditional planning techniques such as most current S&OP solutions are not capable of taking uncertainty into account and assume it is an exception that can be addressed when and if it occurs!

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NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Lessons Learned from a Career in Procurement As part of our weekly Supply Chain Leadership, I interviewed Howard Richman, who I am co-authoring a new book with (“Procurement Confidential”). His insights last week were stellar as usual! Introduction Howard Richman has an undergraduate degree in economic geography, as his initial interest in life was in environmental and resource issues, (before it became so popular today!

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Supply Chain Digest

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Panama Canel Running Dry. US Manufacturing Down Yet again. Litttle Known Carrier Makes Offer to Buy Yellow Freight Assets.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

When consumers are informed about the carbon cost of shipping and the environmental impact of their choices, they are empowered to make decisions that align with their values.

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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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Supply Chain Digest

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Happy Returns Releases Interesting Report, then UPS Announces It is Acquiring Reverse Logistics Firm

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Quality management (QM) ensures products are delivered to a specific quality standard and that processes maintain those standards. It can also help to reduce costs, rework and scrap. To be effective it requires not only investment in time and resources but also support from the top floor to the shop floor. Manufacturers who want to implement QM, or improve it, need to be aware of what steps they need to take so that QM efforts are successful.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Join our team of experts as we explore the extensive capabilities of D365 with Alithya 365 Enhanced Quality and Compliance, providing your medical device organization with the tools and insights necessary for achieving not only swift market entry but also elevated levels of quality and compliance.

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West Coast and California Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Industry experts were hoping to see a late-2023 surge in air cargo demand. According to Air Cargo News , however, that doesn’t appear to be happening. Data shows that demand for air cargo only rose 2% in October as compared to September: a lower increase than many had hoped to see.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Carriers and logistics service providers face age-old and huge challenges; not just in North America, but across the globe, says Steven Sykora, go-to-market director, Robert Bosch North America.

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Promptus LLC

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The US Census Bureau’s Trade Regulations Branch is constantly consulted regarding who the Ultimate Consignee is in an export transaction. The are many variations and circumstances on an export shipment that can make the answer a little tricky. FTR Section 30.1 of the Census Bureau defines the Ultimate consignee as: “The person, party, or designee […] The post Understanding the Ultimate Consignee in an Export Shipment from the US appeared first on Promptus LLC.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Authorities in Panama are grappling to contain weeks of demonstrations against a renegotiated contract that President Laurentino Cortizo’s administration signed with First Quantum for the Cobre Panama mine.

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ProcurePort

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Procurement Sourcing Overview: Procurement sourcing is finding and choosing suppliers to get things an organization needs. It involves identifying, evaluating, negotiating, selecting, managing contracts, and maintaining supplier relationships. Importance and Strategies: Good procurement sourcing saves money, ensures quality, reduces risk, and allows for innovation.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The Asian steelmaker said November 2 that internal disputes amongst Japanese companies would hurt the country during a time of market uncertainty and a shift toward carbon neutrality.

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Loginext

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and Estimated Time of Delivery (ETD) are key performance metrics during deliveries. Learn what are the main differences and what significance they bring in real time fleet tracking software solutions. The post ETA vs ETD: Understanding the major differences and their significance in real time fleet tracking appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

European imports of super-chilled fuel grew after Russia paused pipeline gas exports following the country’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

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