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The Next Great Supply Chain Shortage: Talent

Supply Chain Brain

For the past few years, the topic of the microchip shortage dominated media headlines. Now, another shortage is creating obstacles on the path to equilibrium in the semiconductor supply chain: talent.

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Adapting Supply Chains to the Digital Retail Revolution

SCMDOJO

In the era of the Digital Retail Revolution, adaptive supply chain management is imperative amid the surge in online retail and the social commerce boom. Notably, social commerce entails direct buying and selling on social media platforms. According to a recent report by Global Web Index, modern shoppers distribute their attention across multiple social platforms and are increasingly likely to purchase products on their mobile devices.

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Geopolitical Risks and Supply Chains

Enterra Insights

Every day seems to bring with it a new headline about growing political tensions. Geopolitical concerns motivated Les Williams and Andres Franzetti , Co-founders of Risk Cooperative, to ask, “How will current tensions across the globe affect the supply chain?”[1] As they scan the geopolitical horizon, they see warning signs everywhere and they insist that “mitigating these business risks is a critical element for all markets.” They add, “Geopolitical risks … c

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Prepare your Warehouse for a Dynamic Environment in 2024

NFI

Reading Time: 2 minutes A guest blog post by Bill Mahoney, EVP and CCO Heading into 2024, shippers’ warehousing and distribution networks will be shaped by inventory normalization, labor dynamics, and strategic adoption of new technologies. With interest rates rising and consumer demand uncertain, inventory carrying costs will be scrutinized.

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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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A Unified Approach to Combating Modern Slavery in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Although the global business community has been confronting modern slavery for years, it hasn’t been able to slow its rise. But there is an opportunity for that to change.

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Avoiding Surpluses and Shortages: Why Accuracy Matters in Demand Planning

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Avoiding Surpluses and Shortages: Why Accuracy Matters in Demand Planning appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Addressing the Inherent Challenges of Fostering a More Synchronized B2B Supply Chain Business Network

Supply Chain Matters

Background In various Supply Chain Matters blog commentaries, this supply chain technology industry analyst has raised awareness, perspectives and added focus to the critical importance of establishing synchronous processes and more timely decision making across an end-to-end supply chain network. Our published research advisories and blog commentaries have focused upon addressing the needs, challenges, and ultimate benefits for businesses in establishing an integrated and more synchronized B2B

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The Art of Leveraging Technology in Comprehensive Workforce Planning

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Art of Leveraging Technology in Comprehensive Workforce Planning appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Leadership Series VII: Matthew Wallace, CEO, Project DXM

NC State SCRC

Changing the way people buy apparel Matthew Wallace has worked in a number of apparel management roles over his career, including as a Senior Director of Sourcing for Merchandising at Walmart, a senior VP at apparel manufacturer PVH (which owns Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein), and currently the CEO of Project DXM (Digital Xpress Model). Matthew shared with me his career path, how he ended up working in a start-up, and his advice to supply chain students as they go into the workforce.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics Story with Joe Lynch

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Lynch and Spencer Tenney discuss The Logistics of Logistics story. Joe is Founder and CEO of The Logistics of Logistics , a media property that provides valuable insights from logistics and supply chain leaders on various topics related to the industry, such as innovation, technology, trends, and the future of freight. About Joe Lynch Joe Lynch is the host of The Logistics of Logistics podcast, which is consistently ranked as a top logistics and supply chain podcast.

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Christmas 2023

Enterra Insights

In the Christian world, no holiday is associated with more traditions than Christmas and the weeks surrounding it. In fact, the phrase, “’tis the season,” has itself become a tradition. According to staff at Word Genius, “For such a common saying, it’s easy to forget just how old it is. ‘Tis is a contraction for ‘it is,’ and was popular in everyday speech in the 1700s.

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AI Technology Ensures Supply Chain Integrity Beyond the Holidays

Supply Chain Brain

By adopting AI technology to analyze critical enterprise-wide contract data and gain insights into supplier practices, companies can identify red flags and deviations from compliance standards

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Weber Logistics’ Top 3 Most-Read Blog Posts of 2023

West Coast and California Logistics

As we bid farewell to another eventful year in the logistics industry, we take a moment to reflect on the content that resonated most with our readers. In 2023, our blog covered a wide range of supply chain topics, but these three articles garnered the most attention.

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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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Gen AI Unleashed: Trends and Challenges for Enterprises in 2024

IT Supply Chain

By Zuzanna Stamirowska (pictured) Zuzanna Stamirowska, Co-Founder & CEO of Pathway The post Gen AI Unleashed: Trends and Challenges for Enterprises in 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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7 Most Popular Logistics Blogs of 2023

MercuryGate

The 7 most popular MercuryGate logistics blogs of the past year reveal a window into the priority topics for logistics and supply chain managers. As a competitive business environment mixes with ongoing economic uncertainty, modern businesses face unparalleled risks that jeopardize profit and customer loyalty. Blogs published throughout 2023 highlighted transportation management challenges and viable solutions.

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How Supply Chain Experts Said They’re Handling the Peak Season Rush

Supply Chain Brain

2023’s peak season will have seen supply chain professionals both relying on tried-and-true peak season strategies and testing next-gen solutions.

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New Year Perspective- Looking Toward the Year 2024

Supply Chain Matters

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides what is likely to be a final commentary of the year 2023, now amounting to in excess of 270 authored commentaries. We first want to express to all of our global-wide readers our best wishes for a prosperous and rewarding new calendar year, and soon, a new Lunar New Year. We look forward to assisting and informing multi-industry supply chain management teams in areas of supply chain business process, advanced technology, talent management and skills needs a

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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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Launching a Company in the Tech Era: 7 Key Takeaways

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Launching a Company in the Tech Era: 7 Key Takeaways appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Kanban Logistics’ Top 3 Most-Read Blog Posts of 2023

Kanban Logistics

In 2023, our blog explored a variety of topics crucial to the logistics and supply chain industry. The following three articles are the ones that our readers connected with most. 1) The Need for a Warehouse with Rail Siding Unlocking the Benefits of Rail-Sided Warehousing Our most-read article of the year delves into the critical considerations and advantages of warehouses with rail siding.

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Retailers Will Find it Tough to Roll Back Pandemic-Era Return Policies

Supply Chain Brain

The solution is not eliminating free returns, but fixing convoluted supply chains and collaborating with shippers to make reverse logistics more affordable.

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Tesla Makes Plans for Megapack Battery Production in China

Supply Chain Matters

Multiple published reports, including China based media, indicate that global wide electric vehicle producer Tesla has acquired land to be able to construct and produce this provider’s Megapack battery packs. Added Details and Product Perspective The planned battery factory is located near Tesla ’s existing EV production facility located in Shanghai.

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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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The Key Phases and Best Practices of Implementing Power BI

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Key Phases and Best Practices of Implementing Power BI appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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A Guide to Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process

ProcurePort

In the dynamic landscape of modern business operations, the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process stands as a linchpin, connecting the various facets of supply chain management into a seamless and efficient workflow. P2P encapsulates a series of meticulously orchestrated steps that begin with the identification of a need for goods or services and culminate in the completion […] The post A Guide to Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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Manifest Vegas 2024: A Sneak Peek

Supply Chain Brain

A preview of what to expect at Manifest 2024, the premier gathering of supply chain executives, logistics service providers, innovators and investors.

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Initial Estimates of U.S. Holiday Spending- A Mixed Bag

Supply Chain Matters

An initial estimate of this year’s retail holiday spending indicates a mixed bag, depending on either retail industry, consumer goods producer or logistics and transportation industry perspectives. Mastercard SpendingPulse Data Payments processing firm Mastercard Spending Pulse indicated this week that U.S. retail sales for the period that spanned November 1 through December 24 rose 3.1 percent.

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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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How To Elevate Your Brand with AI-Generated Music

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post How To Elevate Your Brand with AI-Generated Music appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What is ERP, the problems associated with it and how to find the best inventory management solution?

EMERGE App

What are the problems of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)? What is Enterprise Resource Planning? Enterprise Resource Planning is the strategic management of resources across an entire organization. It’s how an organization plans, organizes and optimizes its resources (including people, processes, technology, and assets) to achieve its long-term goals and sustain its competitive advantage in a dynamic business environment.

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The Trends Defining Retail Planning this Holiday Season

Supply Chain Brain

The topic of the microchip shortage dominated media headlines and planning meetings for years. Now, another shortage is creating obstacles on the path to equilibrium in the supply chain: talent.