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Microsoft Claims Breakthrough in Quantum Computing

Enterra Insights

For the past few years, researchers around the world have announced a steady stream of breakthroughs that could lead to the development of powerful quantum computers. Nevertheless, such computers continue to be tantalizingly out of reach. Tech journalist Asa Fitch explains, “Quantum computing remains in its relative infancy. A handful of startups and big tech companies are pursuing it, but industry experts say it will likely take years before practical and powerful quantum computers are wi

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CargoRex: Building the Google Search of Logistics with Blythe Milligan

The Logistics of Logistics

Blythe Milligan and Joe Lynch discuss CargoRex: building the Google search of logistics. Blythe is t he Founder of both Digital Dispatch (logistics marketing services) and most recently CargoRex, a technology platform designed to unify and empower the logistics ecosystem. About Blythe Brumleve Milligan Blythe Brumleve Milligan is the Founder of both Digital Dispatch (logistics marketing services) and most recently CargoRex, a tech platform aimed at connecting and empowering the logistics ecosyst

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The Future (or End) of Supply Chain Visibility

Talking Logistics

Is supply chain visibility a product or feature? I first raised this question in an April 2022 post. Heres an excerpt of what I wrote at the time: To derive business value from visibility, you have to do something with the data and insights collected. Its the doing, the actions taken to improve your transportation. Read more The post The Future (or End) of Supply Chain Visibility appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Celanese Leads the Pack When it Comes to Agentic AI

Logistics Viewpoints

Knowledge Graphs are emerging as an important tool for building advanced AI capabilities. According to a survey by ARC Advisory Group, only 10% of industrial companies are ready to apply artificial intelligence/machine learning. The percentage of industrial companies broadly applying agentic AI and generative AI would be a small fraction of that number.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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The Secret to Success with Machine Learning in Supply Chain Management

ToolsGroup

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learninga subset AIhave fundamentally changed the way businesses operate. Gartner predicts that by 2026, 95% of data-driven decisions will be at least partially automated. Yet, many companies struggle to harness AIs full potential. In fact, Gartner also found that only 10% of CEOs say their business uses AI strategically, and just 9% of technology leaders report having a clearly defined AI vision statement.

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Gen Z’s Shift to the Skilled Trades Presents a Unique Opportunity for the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

To attract and retain Gen Z workers, supply chain organizations will need to shift their mindset to focus on what messages resonate with this demographic.

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Strategies and Tips for Building a Modern Manufacturing Tech Stack

Arena Solutions

In todays rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, building a modern tech stack is not just a strategic advantage but a necessity for maintaining competitiveness. During Tulips recent Operations Calling conference, Heatherly Bucher, Director of Strategic Alliances at Arena by PTC, convened with Chad Wright, Chief Information Officer at Boston Dynamics, and Todd Fuller, Solution Architect at Rootstock, to discuss effective approaches for constructing a tech stack that fosters innovation and effi

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Speed, Data and Collaboration: QAD and AIAG on Automotive Supply Chains

QAD

It was an honor to participate in the relaunch of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. This vital industry resource is back and stronger than ever, with over 10,000 downloads, a global audience spanning 20 countries, and an exciting new partnership between QAD and AIAG. Together, we are deeply committed to helping automotive supply chain leaders navigate the future, and I was particularly pleased to join Matt Pohlman, CEO of AIAG, for our inaugural discussion on the landscape’s evolving

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Create an Agile Supply Chain Despite New Tariffs

BlueYonder

Amid all the disruptions facing the supply chain at any given time, tariffs remain a constant concern for leadership. Last year, in a survey , supply chain leaders identified rising tariffs and trade barriers as their top challenge. Just a few months into this year and the impact of global politicians’ new tariffs is already evident. In the immediate, companies are stockpiling products , moving warehouses, and updating production schedules to keep costs as low as possible.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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The Hidden Perks of Buying from Pawn Shops: Luxury Items at a Fraction of the Price

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Hidden Perks of Buying from Pawn Shops: Luxury Items at a Fraction of the Price appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Growing Cost of Blind Spots in Modern Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

As uncertainty has become the new norm for supply chains, previously tried-and-true crisis management strategies are no longer equipped to keep up with the pace of today's disruptions.

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Driving Sustainability in 3PL: Transforming Logistics for a Greener Future

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In todays world, sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have but a necessity for businesses across all industries. As companies increasingly recognize the importance of minimizing their environmental impact, logistics providers are stepping up to meet the demand for greener, more sustainable solutions. Staci, a leader in third-party logistics (3PL), is at the forefront of this transformation, implementing innovative practices to create a greener future for logistics.

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Roles and Responsibilities of Demand Planning

QAD

Updated: February 4, 2025 According to Michigan State University , demand planning is a supply chain management process of forecasting, or predicting, the demand for products to ensure they can be delivered and satisfy customers. The goal is to strike a balance between having sufficient inventory levels to meet customer needs without having a surplus.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Flexport’s Announced Release of AI Powered Applications

Supply Chain Matters

End-to-end transportation and logistics visibility provider Flexport unveiled over 20 added technology and AI powered applications that are part of the providers initial Winter twice-yearly technology suite update. With a mix of leveraged technologies, including Advanced AI and ChatGPT use, the announcement provides a further example for how initial forms of Advanced and Generative AI are being piloted in areas of transportation network routing, management and operational management use cases.

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From Connectivity to Interoperability: How Shippers & Carriers Optimise their Supply Chain

IT Supply Chain

By Philipp Pfister (pictured) Sector Vice President, Transporeon The post From Connectivity to Interoperability: How Shippers & Carriers Optimise their Supply Chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chains Crave Digitization — But Not the People to Make It Happen

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain leaders love to talk about their push for digitization of key processes. But their hiring patterns arent always lining up with that rhetoric.

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ShipBob’s Guide to Ecommerce Integrations and the Best Solutions

ShipBob

With so many moving parts to running an ecommerce business, youll probably build a tech stack of several different apps, platforms, and solutions to power your operations. Youll want to select top performers in each area, as well as solutions that connect with each other seamlessly but researching with so many options on the market, choosing can be time-consuming and tricky.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

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On-Prem vs. SaaS Warehouse Management System: Why Make the Move to the Cloud?

Tecsys

According to research by Gartner , more than 70% of enterprises are predicted to utilize industry cloud platforms to accelerate their business initiatives by 2027 , a significant increase from less than 15% in 2023. For supply chain organizations, t his surge in cloud adoption isn't just a trend it's a strategic imperative reshaping how businesses manage their warehouse operations.

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5 Ways Transportation Companies Can Improve Supply Chain Customer Experience

MercuryGate

Your tracking page functions as your storefront, your ETA accuracy determines your brand reputation, and your communication style defines your competitive edge. The hard truth? Supply chain customer experience equals business survival. The post 5 Ways Transportation Companies Can Improve Supply Chain Customer Experience appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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The Secret Weapon for Transforming Supply Chains: Process Intelligence

IT Supply Chain

By Eugenio Cassiano (pictured) SVP Strategy & Innovation, Celonis The post The Secret Weapon for Transforming Supply Chains: Process Intelligence appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Focus on Supply Chain Increases Dramatically at America’s Top Companies

Supply Chain Brain

Third in a series of articles for SupplyChainBrain analyzing how often the term supply chain appears in the annual reports of S&P 500 companies.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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ShipBob’s Guide to Ecommerce Integrations and the Best Solutions

ShipBob

With so many moving parts to running an ecommerce business, youll probably build a tech stack of several different apps, platforms, and solutions to power your operations. Youll want to select top performers in each area, as well as solutions that connect with each other seamlessly but researching with so many options on the market, choosing can be time-consuming and tricky.

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Securing Aerospace and Defense Supply Chain Resiliency: Key NDAA FY 2025 Insights

Resilinc

Learn how to secure aerospace and defense supply chain resiliency with five key areas to note in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2025. The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) tackles aerospace and defense supply chain resiliency head-on with new mandates to secure critical resources and reduce foreign reliance. Heres your guide to NDAA for aerospace and defense supply chainsand how Resilincs aerospace and defense supply chain risk management solutions can help

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GenAI Implementation Challenges in the Supply Chain

Bristlecone

We appreciate the valuable insights shared by Jennifer Chew , our VP of Solutions and Consulting, on the transformative impact of Generative AI (GenAI) in supply chain operations. While AIs potential is widely acknowledged, many organizations face challenges in implementation due to cybersecurity concerns, skill gaps and the complexities of change management.

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The Psychology of Stock Market Investing: Mastering Your Mindset

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Psychology of Stock Market Investing: Mastering Your Mindset appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Transform Your Supply Chain into a Predictive AI-Driven Knowledge System

Fragmented processes and unstructured data pose significant challenges for supply chains. This whitepaper explores how AI and predictive insights revolutionize supply chain management. By analyzing real-time data from disparate sources, these advanced systems offer actionable insights to anticipate potential issues, improve decision-making, and enhance operational efficiency.

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Leading Forced Labor Expert Dr. Laura Murphy Joins Exiger’s Advisory Council

Exiger Perspectives

Author, Professor of Human Rights and Contemporary Slavery, and Former DHS UFLPA Policy Expert Will Support Exigers Work to Combat Forced Labor WASHINGTON, DC. MAR. 3, 2025 Exiger , the market-leading supply chain AI company, today announced Dr. Laura Murphy, a globally recognized expert on forced labor, has joined its Advisory Council to support the organizations initiatives and solutions to illuminate and eradicate forced labor from supply chains.

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Diplomacy Through Supply Chain ‘Containment’: Does It Really Work?

Supply Chain Brain

In recent years, as world economies have become more interconnected, politicians have increasingly used regulations as a means of advancing foreign policy.

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Data Privacy and Security in Supply Chain Management Systems

All Things Supply Chain

Data privacy and security are no longer optional in supply chain management systems.