Thu.Oct 05, 2023

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Reflection: Advice for Supply Chain Technology Leaders Making Today’s Technology Pivot

Supply Chain Shaman

Seven pieces of advice for technologists making the current pivot for today’s technology.

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Ask the Experts: What Does Supply Chain Innovation Mean to You?

John Galt

How do we perceive supply chain innovation? We asked supply chain experts and thought leaders to share their views. Read their thoughts!

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Supply Chain Software Implementation: How to Optimize ROI 

Logility

Businesses need a more prescriptive approach to supply Chain Software Implementation to optimize ROI. A strong starting point? Clear goals.

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Editor’s Pick: How to Choose the Right System for Appointment Scheduling

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Tony Wayda from JBF Consulting’s blog highlights the intricacies of appointment scheduling in supply chain management and the.

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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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ToolsGroup Announces New User Interface for Enhanced User Experience and Supply Chain Performance

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup continues increasing its momentum with Version 8.62, the latest upgrade to its leading supply chain planning solution. BOSTON – October 5, 2023 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is announcing the launch of a dramatically improved user experience for its industry-leading Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) supply chain planning solution.

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Why Warehouse Managers are Miserable

Locus Robotics

By Mary Hart The rapid pace of e-commerce growth following the start of the pandemic and the increasing demand for faster product delivery, thanks to the expectations of next day (or even same day) delivery, have elevated the role and importance of warehouses in the supply chain. Warehouse managers are at the center of this action and they face daily increased pressure and headaches to ensure operational efficiency, reduce costs, and meet deadlines — all while dealing with high turnover and oth

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Updates Made to International Trade Administration’s Semiconductor Alert System

Supply Chain Brain

Information submitted to the system on new or ongoing supply chain disruptions can be used to better coordinate government resources, reducing backlogs and delays.

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Binary Options: Legal Considerations for Novice Traders

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Binary Options: Legal Considerations for Novice Traders appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Building Momentum for Digital Transformation of the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Communication, buy-in, and skill building are key to the successful introduction of digital tools and processes to a manufacturing environment.

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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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How Technology Makes Continous Innovation Possible: A Case Study with Unilever

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

Autonomous E2E decision making isn't a distant dream; it's the reality crafted by the synergy between Unilever, a global consumer goods giant, and Solvoyo, the norm-busting partner in end-to-end supply chain planning. The post How Technology Makes Continous Innovation Possible: A Case Study with Unilever appeared first on Solvoyo.

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SupplyChainBrain and CSCMP Announce Supply Chain Innovation Award Winner

Supply Chain Brain

Roambee's presentation emphasized how the supply chain visibility company changed the supply chain operations of reusable packaging container (RPC) suppliers.

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What is Driver-Based Forecasting for Demand Planning? 

Logility

For any organization, “Demand” fundamentally originates through the ebbs and flows shaped by consumer habits, competitor and customer behavior, and various events that are happening in the world. Traditional demand forecasting methods look solely into historical volumes and miss the impact of these drivers. Driver-based forecasting is meant to truly address this problem.

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Carrier Global Launches Supply Chain Visibility and Mitigation Tool

Supply Chain Brain

Lynx Logix will identify trends, patterns and issues within distribution networks with features like lane risk profiling, distribution network mapping, AI, machine learning and situational awareness.

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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 US Warehouse Space Leasing by Sector

Supply Chain Digest

3PLs Took the Most Space in 2022 and 1H 2023

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Watch: Automation's Effect on Labor: Reduction, Not Elimination

Supply Chain Brain

Contrary to popular belief, automation doesn't spell an end to the presence of humans in manufacturing and distribution environments, according to Mark Juelich, president of Industrial Procurement Services.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Stock Report for Week Ending Sept. 29, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

See who was up and who was down

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Preparing for the New Frontier in Sustainable Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

As the need for better and more efficient ways to dispose of waste grows, so does the expense and resources needed to deal with it. Recycling alone is insufficient to manage packaging waste effectively.

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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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Manufacturing Day 2023: Labor and the Resolution to Try, Try Again

QAD

The state of manufacturing in 2023 is mixed. We’ve come through worse, but the atmosphere is far from easy. While we have no influence over natural disasters and geopolitical unrest, there’s another factor that has captured America’s attention in healthcare, food service, entertainment, distribution and, yes, manufacturing: labor disputes. There’s no dancing around the strikes that are happening across the United States.

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How Technology Makes Continuous Innovation Possible: A Case Study with Unilever

Logistics Viewpoints

Imagine a world where all silos of supply chain functions work in unison on the same platform, where most decisions are made automatically considering competing objectives of various functions and results are optimized using cost versus service trade-offs, and the partnership model allows for continuous evolution of the model, user interface and analytics as business needs change.

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Happening Now: Panama Canal reduces the maximum number of ships

West Coast and California Logistics

According to the Associated Press , the Panama Canal recently announced that it will reduce the number of ships allowed to travel the Canal to 31 per day. This is down from 32 per day in August. The reason for this reduction is the ongoing drought that has limited the supply of fresh water available to operate the locks.

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Manufacturing Day 2023

Enterra Insights

One of the clearest lessons learned during the pandemic was the importance of domestic manufacturing. As global supply chains snarled and essential products became hard to find, many domestic manufacturers pivoted to make up shortages. They were hailed as heroes. The importance of manufacturing has often been overlooked as the U.S. moved towards a more service-oriented economy.

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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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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

Supply Chain Brain

Challenge: A global manufacturer faced challenges related to the visibility and security of its high-value electronics shipments. It lacked real-time tracking capabilities, making it difficult to ensure the safe transportation of its products and meet customer expectations.

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FIDA, GDPR, PSD2, PSD3: banks must speed up the opening up of their information systems

Axway

The financial industry is undergoing significant regulatory changes with the introduction of FIDA, GDPR, PSD2, and PSD3. These regulations aim to improve the security and accessibility of financial data for consumers and businesses.

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WTO Cuts 2023 Forecast for Growth in Trade in Goods by Half

Supply Chain Brain

The WTO said October 5 that merchandise trade volumes would grow by just 0.8% in 2023, less than half of the 1.7% estimate that came in April.

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Navigating the E-commerce Apparel Industry in Southeast Asia: Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions

Vinculum

Introduction The E-commerce Apparel industry in Southeast Asia has experienced unprecedented growth, driven by consumers increasingly turning to online platforms for their fashion needs. While this surge presents immense opportunities, it also brings high competition and unique challenges. In this blog, we will explore the opportunities, challenges, and innovative solutions to help businesses thrive in this bustling market.

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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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Intermodal Association of North America Launches Online Course

Supply Chain Brain

The course is made up of eight modules covering topics such as seaport operations, container terminal operations, truck transport and rail operations.

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How to Improve Your Quality Management With Internal Audits

Arena Solutions

Internal audits are vital for companies that manufacture consumer electronics, medical devices, biotechnology, and other industries that develop highly complex products. Audit results provide management with the information necessary to better attain operational efficiency by identifying quality problems and correcting issues before they are discovered in an external audit.

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Aurubis to Keep European Copper Premium at Record High Next Year

Supply Chain Brain

The company said it has told customers it will keep the surcharge at $228 a ton ahead of the start of annual supply negotiations in London.

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