Blue Diamond Invests in SAP to Improve their Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The combination of supply chain planning and real-time visibility can lead to bigger benefits than either can provide alone.
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The Navy’s NOSS Program and the Future of Food Service Management
The Network Effect
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The future of food service management with the US Navy's NOSS program powered by a digital supply chain network will look very different to today.
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Editor’s Choice: 5 Ways EDI is Streamlining Supply Chain Operations
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
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. Today’s article comes from Descartes and looks at how EDI can streamline supply chain operations. For those unsure of what EDI is, it stands for electronic data interchange, is the concept of businesses electronically communicating information that was traditionally communicated on paper, such as purchase orders, advance ship
What is Supply Chain Visibility? Benefits & Solutions
Unleashed
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Supply chain visibility is critical for minimising costs and boosting operational efficiency.
Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements
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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.
Supply Chain Buzzwords You Love To Hate
BlueYonder
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Buzzwords. The words we love to hate. For the second year, a company called Preperly conducted a survey on corporate buzzwords, and what they found was that more than 1 in 5 people say they dislike these words, yet 7 in 10 say they use them. Phrases like “win-win,” “circle back” and “put it on my radar.” Yep. We are all guilty of using these. Here at Blue Yonder, we decided to ask our Industry Strategy team which supply chain-related buzzwords they hear regularly are their least favorite and why
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Amazon’s Decision to Up Holiday Season Worker Needs- The Why
Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Supply Chain Matters provides perspectives and likely motivations on Amazon’s announced effort to hire an additional 250,000 workers to support upcoming 2023 holiday fulfillment needs. Commentary Background At this time of the year, just before the holiday fulfillment surge period begins in earnest in a few weeks, Supply Chain Matters tends to monitor the levels of temporary workers that online and brick and mortar retailers are planning to hire in order to gauge what online providers are expect
How pharmaceutical brands can be resilient
HICX Solutions
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Let’s approach the components of supply chain resilience holistically, suggests HICX’s CEO, Costas Xyloyiannis Although inflation and economic pressures force pharmaceutical brands to watch their pennies, they will do well to avoid tackling cost efficiency as a solo issue. Brands require resilience in an array of areas and, chief among these, is compliance.
An Overview of Inventory Forecasting
OptiProERP
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Inventory forecasting, or demand forecasting, estimates future inventory levels needed using past data, upcoming events, and market trends. Inventory forecasting ensures manufacturers have the proper inventory to meet customers’ needs while minimizing excess inventory costs. It involves analyzing historical sales data and identifying patterns and trends to adapt to changing market conditions to meet customer demands.
Inflation and the floating fats of inventory: The perfect storm to sink bottom lines
ThroughPut
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The post Inflation and the floating fats of inventory: The perfect storm to sink bottom lines appeared first on ThroughPut.
7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Enabling AI in Procurement Transformation – The Case For Adoption in the Electric Utility Industry
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Utilities should set their procurement technology strategy to implement a fully integrated global I.T. system infrastructure that incorporates procure-to-pay operations with fully automated workflows.
Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain: Mitigating Inflation’s Impact
ThroughPut
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The post Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain: Mitigating Inflation’s Impact appeared first on ThroughPut.
Watch: Filling the Full Truckload Procurement Gap
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Andrew Leto founder and chief executive officer of online truck freight procurement platform Emerge, has a habit of looking for gaps in the logistics industry that can be filled via emerging technologies.
How REST APIs Can Provide an Amazon-like Customer Experience
Tecsys
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
By improving customer experience with REST APIs, retailers are well-equipped to thrive in the dynamic and competitive world of e-commerce.
How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics
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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.
Russia Temporarily Bans Diesel Exports; European Prices Jump
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The ban, which also applies to gasoline, came into force September 21 and doesn’t have a final date, according to the government decree.
Post-COVID Pros and Cons of Regional Parcel Carriers
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
During the pandemic when parcel capacity was tight and shippers experienced the sting of carrier volume caps or discontinuation of services, regional parcel carriers stepped in to fill the void.
China Emphasizes Importance of Pakistan Economic Corridor
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Gwadar is the linchpin of China’s Belt and Road infrastructure endeavors in Pakistan, but developments have attracted ire from Gwadar locals, over illegal fishing trawlers from abroad.
Load and Capacity Management: Boost Your Productivity
Demand Driven Technologies
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
In one of my first professional experiences, at the end of the 80s, I was in charge of the methods team at an industrial site. Our team included specialists in time studies, who had applied MTM (Methods Time Measurement) methods to best evaluate routings. In particular, these routings were used to define productivity targets. We.
Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI
Advertiser: GEP
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.
American Consumers Planning to Spend Less This Holiday Season
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
On average, Americans who shopped during the 2022 holiday season intend to spend 39% less on gifts during the 2023 holiday season.
GroceryShop 2023 Day 2 Highlights: Driving Innovation and Transformation in Retail
Cognira
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
GroceryShop 2023 Day 2 Highlights: Driving Innovation and Transformation in Retail September 21, 2023 Events Home The excitement continued to build on the second day of GroceryShop 2023 as industry leaders delved deeper into the dynamic landscape of retail innovation and the digital transformation of the grocery and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sector.
Using Data Science to Drive Continuous Improvement in the DC
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
It’s time to dispel the notion that data science is purely abstract and theoretical: In fact, it can and should be applied to make a practical difference in evolving warehouse performance.
Inside Apple’s Spectacular Failure to Build a Key Part for Its New iPhones – The Wall St reet Journal.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. Inside Apple’s Spectacular Failure to Build a Key Part for Its New iPhones Download the Wall Street Journal app here: WSJ.
Embedded Analytics Insights for 2024
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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.
Chevron Accepts Australian Tribunal's Arbitration Terms to End LNG Strikes
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
A successful deal could end the strikes that started almost two weeks ago at plants that supply about 7% of the world’s liquified natural gas.
SMB vs Enterprise Grade Logistics Solution – Which one’s right for you?
Locus
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Over recent decades, technology has become a driving force propelling business performance to unprecedented heights. Research suggests tech transformation has led to positive impact on factors like cost, employee experience and revenue streams. In fields as varied as logistics, retail, and FMCG, companies fall into either the SMB (Small and Medium-sized Business) or enterprise categories.
Podcast | Betting on Electric Vehicles: A Realistic Appraisal
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Automakers have put themselves squarely on the road to electrification, but there could be speed bumps ahead.
PTC Announces Availability of Arena PLM and QMS in China to Meet Growing Demand for SaaS Solutions
Arena Solutions
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
PTC Partners with VST ECS to Provide Chinese Customers with SaaS PLM and QMS Solutions Based on the AWS Cloud Platform Beijing, China — September 21, 2023 — PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) today announced the availability of the Arena ® cloud-native Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Quality Management System (QMS) software solutions in China. PTC is partnering with VST ECS and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to make Arena PLM and QMS available in China to meet the growing demand for SaaS solutions by Chinese c
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
Advertiser: GEP
The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Holistic Order Fulfillment with Mobile Robots: Automating Case Picking Operations
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Are you ready to unleash the full potential of order fulfillment with Mobile Robots?
How Vinculum’s Vin PIM Revolutionizes Information Flow Across Marketplaces
Vinculum
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
In today’s interconnected digital realm, the challenge for brands isn’t just about having an exceptional product but ensuring its consistent portrayal across various platforms. Enter Vinculum’s Vin PIM—a game-changer in how information circulates within marketplaces and a leading solution in the realm of product information management.
Business Competition in the Digital World
Enterra Insights
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
“There is no denying it,” writes the staff at Easy Communication & Technology, “competitiveness moves the market. … But just as it stimulates, it also requires companies to come up with strategies to survive by standing out in such a challenging universe.”[1] They go on to note, “Competitiveness is the rivalry between a company and other businesses in the same industry.
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