Thu.Jul 27, 2023

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Aging and Its Impact on Economies and Supply Chains

Enterra Insights

Don’t let anyone fool you. Growing old is inevitable yet seldom fun. In his book Fableheaven , author Brandon Mull wrote, “The curse of mortality. You spend the first portion of your life learning, growing stronger, more capable. And then, through no fault of your own, your body begins to fail. You regress. Strong limbs become feeble, keen senses grow dull, hardy constitutions deteriorate.

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Editor’s Choice: Myths of Buying a WMS

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. Today’s article comes from Open Sky Group and helps to decipher some myths around buying a WMS. Buying a warehouse management system (WMS) is a big decision. Many people haven’t even purchased a house that costs as much as a WMS and the search process can be overwhelming.

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TradeBeyond’s Retail Sourcing Report Q3 2023

Supply Chain Brain

TradeBeyond’s quarterly Retail Sourcing Report provides a detailed overview of the current state of global retail sourcing to help supply chain leaders make more informed purchasing decisions.

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The Best Strategies for Effective Offline Inventory Control in the Warehouse

RFgen

If you handle inventory, then you know that inventory must keep moving for the business to stay profitable. Under normal circumstances, materials are transacted against the digital system of record over a network connection of some kind. But sometimes that connection gets interrupted, and data can no longer be communicated to the system. Warehouses must have a strategy for processing inventory during this time—aka, offline inventory control.

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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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ASCM Offers 'Certified in Transformation' Credential

Supply Chain Brain

The CTSC program was created to service mid-level professionals that are tasked with supporting or transforming their organization’s supply chain.

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Balancing Demand and Supply: Missteps, Misrepresentations and Solutions

Supply Chain Brain

The supply chain solutions and supporting technology of the past 20 years have greatly let society down.

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The Rebound Podcast: Yossi Sheffi and The Magic Conveyor Belt

Supply Chain 24/7

Listen in as Yossi Sheffi discusses his new book, The Magic Conveyor Belt, and the state of supply chain management.

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How to Attract and Manage Talent in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Corporate layoffs have resulted in costs that are either underestimated or not included in executive decisions.

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Resilience in Defence: Analysis of the Defence Command Paper

Proxima

The government released its Defence Command Paper on 18th July, just two days before the Summer Parliamentary recess. The paper, ‘Defence’s Response to a More Contested and Volatile World’ follows the Integrated Review Refresh, published in March 2023 and considers, more fully, lessons from the ongoing war in Ukraine. So, what does the report tell us?

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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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Supply Chain by the Numbers for July 27, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Teamsters Get Most of what they Want in UPS Pact. US GDP Growth in Q2 Exceeds Estimates. New Warehouse as a Service Venture to Invest Big in Automation.

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Better ROI for IT projects: 5 Ways to Improve It

IT Supply Chain

By Ellie Yantsan (pictured) Digital Marketer The post Better ROI for IT projects: 5 Ways to Improve It appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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1H 2023 Supply Chain in Numbers and Charts

Supply Chain Digest

From Economic Growth to Freight Volumes and Rates to What Happened in ecommerce, We Have It All

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Do You Know the Difference between MES and MOM?

DELMIA Quintiq

Breaking it down task by task Most of you have heard of the term MOM for Manufacturing Operations Management. More often, it’s used in combination with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems). But what’s the difference between MES and MOM and why are these two terms used side by side? Let’s get into this. I’ll start by examining the differences between the two.

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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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Qatar Ordering Over $9B of LNG Carriers from Three South Korean Companies

Supply Chain Brain

Shipping companies serving Qatar Gas are planning to sign contracts with the three shipbuilders between September and October to construct 40 LNG carriers

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How to Choose the Right Translation Provider for Your Organization

SCMDOJO

To thrive in global markets, effective communication is paramount. One of the key elements of successful communication is accurate and culturally sensitive translation. Whether you’re launching a website, localizing marketing materials, or expanding operations overseas, choosing the right translation provider for your organization is crucial. In this blog post, we will explore the essential factors to consider when selecting a translation provider that aligns with your organization’s

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Putin Promises Six African Countries Free Grain

Supply Chain Brain

Putin said Russia would be able to provide Burkina Faso, Zimbabwe, Mali, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eritrea with 25,000 to 50,000 tons of free grain.

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Elevating Your Promotion Planning with Retail Forecasting

Cognira

Elevating Your Promotion Planning with Retail Forecasting Leveraging Data Analytics for Success July 27, 2023 Promotions Home In the ever-evolving retail industry, successful promotions are crucial for driving growth and customer engagement. However, without efficient planning and accurate forecasting, these promotions may not reach their full potential.

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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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Pilgrim’s Pride Signals Worst is Over for Chicken Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

“More restrained” supplies, further easing of restrictions on U.S. exports, and potentially lower grain costs are all expected to contribute to an improved outlook.

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Elevating Your Promotion Planning with Retail Forecasting

Cognira

Elevating Your Promotion Planning with Retail Forecasting Leveraging Data Analytics for Success July 27, 2023 Promotions Home In the ever-evolving retail industry, successful promotions are crucial for driving growth and customer engagement. However, without efficient planning and accurate forecasting, these promotions may not reach their full potential.

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Global Coal Demand Broke Records in 2022 with More Growth Expected in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

The demand for coal increased in 2022 because the commodity was more readily available and relatively cheaper than gas in certain parts of the world.

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Discover the story of Aastha Mittal, R&D Intern at Axway

Axway

Axway is constantly involved in the digital education of students and especially of women, who are often less represented in the tech industry. But in our different office locations, some actions are taking place.

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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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Yellow Corp. Preparing to File for Bankruptcy

Supply Chain Brain

A bankruptcy filing would put Yellow at great risk of liquidation since the organization’s customers have begun abandoning the trucker in droves.

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How Many Pallets Fit in a 40' Reefer Container?

I.C.E. Transport

Let's talk about reefers – but not the ones you might find at the beach. Short for refrigerated containers, these specially designed shipping containers offer perks that go beyond just keeping things fresh. They also extend the shelf life of products, making it possible to reach markets across the globe.

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Watch: Driving Labor Retention and Productivity with Warehouse Robotics

Supply Chain Brain

Deploying robots in the warehouse drives up productivity, plain and simple, says Stanislas Normand, managing director North America for Exotec.

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Digitizing and Automating Maximo Data Capture with a Mobile App

AB&R

Digitizing and Automating Maximo Data Capture with a Mobile App By AB&R To keep power, gas, water and other services flowing to customers and communities, many utilities now use IBM’s Maximo asset management software to manage all the parts and equipment they need to build and maintain the right infrastructure. But solutions such as Maximo are only maximally effective when utilities are able to get the right asset data and information into the system as efficiently and accurately as possible

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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 | How Intel Will Get to Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

Intel updates its progress toward achieving net-zero emissions worldwide by 2040.

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16 Best Manufacturing Processes & Methods

Unleashed

How you assemble your products decides how efficiently your manufacturing business operates. Labour and technique impact production costs, while accuracy and quality affect customer satisfaction. The solution to high costs and inefficient production is to implement the best manufacturing processes for your requirements. To help you identify the optimal solution for your business, we look at 16 of the most effective methods and processes in manufacturing, how they work, and who they’re suitable f

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Another Bullwhip! Semiconductors- CNBC: How the world went from a semiconductor shortage to a major glut

Operations and Supply Chain Management

How the world went from a semiconductor shortage to a major glut Sent from the CNBC app.

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