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Supply Chain & Logistics News 09/16-09/20

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply Chain & Logistics News 09/16-09/20 Next week I will be attending my second Climate Week NYC. Climate Week NYC was created in 2009 by the nonprofit “Climate Group.”It is one of the key summits on the international calendar and has been driving climate action forward since it was first launched. Climate Week NYC brings together international leaders from business, government, and civil society to showcase the unstoppable momentum of global climate action.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 20, 2024)

Talking Logistics

As you read this, I’ll be a few hours into my flight home from Vienna after speaking at the Transporeon Summit. I’ll share some takeaways in a future post, but overall, it was a great learning and networking event. And the location — Hofburg Palace — is the most unique and beautiful conference space I. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 20, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Cash Flow Boost: 3 Way Scheduling for Reducing Holding Costs with Gaurav Khandelwal

The Logistics of Logistics

Gaurav Khandelwal and Joe Lynch discuss cash flow boost: 3 way scheduling for reducing holding costs. Gaurav is the Founder and CEO of Velostics , a logistics Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company specializing in unified scheduling of appointments, dock and yard management and digitizing the gate in/out process for shippers. Summary: Cash Flow Boost: 3 Way Scheduling for Reducing Holding Costs Velostics offers a comprehensive solution to streamline transportation and logistics operations.

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Bridge the Gaps: How AI Unites Fragmented Logistics Tech

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Bridge the Gaps: How AI Unites Fragmented Logistics Tech Eytan Buchman September 18, 2024 Logistics and technology both share a common challenge—the biggest hurdles are often in the seams. Integrating ERPs with transportation management systems keeps IT teams awake just as much as ensuring that a container makes it from ship to trailer keeps supply

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.

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The (misplaced) need for speed. Why faster supply chain planning will not get you to your destination.

Logistics Viewpoints

Over the last two decades, there has been a significant focus on increasing the speed of supply chain planning solutions. Technology advancements in hardware, cloud, and in-memory computing fueled this increase, followed by the boost from automation, machine learning, and AI. Additionally, software vendors continuously invest in tuning the performance of their algorithms and models.

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Logility Announces Inaugural LogiCon24 Virtual Summit

Logility

With the theme “Reimagine Supply Chain,” the Summit will engage Logility clients and supply chain professionals looking to innovate and optimize their operations to reimagine the way supply chain gets done. Atlanta, GA – September 19, 2024 – Logility Inc. , a leader in AI-first supply chain planning software, today announced the first-ever LogiCon24 Virtual Summit, a half-day Logility client and supply chain professional conference on September 24, 2024, from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm ET.

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Beyond the Tracks: The Next Frontier of American Rail with Martin Lew

The Logistics of Logistics

Martin Lew and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the tracks: the next frontier of American rail. Martin is CEO at Commtrex , a tech-enabled rail logistics provider with a team of experienced rail professionals, an extensive network of partners, and a best-in-class technology platform that simplifies the movement of freight and creates a competitive advantage.

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It’s Not About Chatbots: Getting Real on AI Usage In Real Life Logistics (AI Popup #5)

Freightos

Blog More Resources Home It’s Not About Chatbots: Getting Real on AI Usage In Real Life Logistics (AI Popup #5) AI Popup #5 September 17, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More It’s so hard to talk about AI without sounding pretentious or annoying. The more I engage with the topic in public industry forums, the more it feels like hype.

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Optimizing Yard Management for Cold Storage Facilities

C3 Solutions

In the ever-evolving world of supply chain management, cold storage facilities present unique challenges that demand precision, efficiency, and technological integration. Yard management , particularly in cold storage environments, is more than just organizing trailers and trucks—it’s about protecting temperature-sensitive goods, ensuring timely deliveries, and mitigating costly errors.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

This guide delves into the critical challenges faced by today's supply chain industry and explores how optimized transportation planning can overcome obstacles to create a more efficient and streamlined supply chain.

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Tecsys' Annie Torikian Receives 2024 Supply & Demand Chain Executive Women in Supply Chain Award

Tecsys

Fort Atkinson, WI. Sept. 16, 2024 — Tecsys Inc.  (TSX: TCS), a global provider of supply chain management software, proudly announces that Annie Torikian, vice president of Enhanced Business Services, has been recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Executive with a 2024 Women in Supply Chain award in the Trailblazers category. The Trailblazer award celebrates Annie’s exceptional contributions to the supply chain industry and her role in paving the way for future females in logistics.

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What is the role of a third-party logistics company?

IT Supply Chain

By Gilson Pereira (pictured) Head of Customer Experience, Zendbox The post What is the role of a third-party logistics company? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Champions Radar – Decarbonization Technologies for the Chemical Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

As the pressure mounts yearly for the chemical industry to become more sustainable, more companies are defining net-zero objectives and clear decarbonization plans. Major chemical companies have set clear plans to heavily reduce their carbon footprint by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. The industry will certainly go through deep changes in the upcoming decade to achieve this.

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Maximize Profit With Supply Chain Optimization Software

Arkieva

Squeeze the greatest profit possible from the resources your business already has available. Supply chain optimization software identifies the most valuable demand to meet. Maximize Profit With Supply Chain Optimization Software was first posted on September 18, 2024 at 8:30 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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What Makes a Warehouse Worker Happy?

The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.

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Surgical Precision in Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

This case study will demonstrate how an outsourced raw materials management and finished goods distribution solution can help a manufacturer maintain efficient material flow and reduce costs.

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Undercover Bisexual: Being a Queer Person in a Heterosexual-Presenting Partnership

BlueYonder

Bisexual Visibility Day is Sept. 23 and is celebrated as part of Bisexuality Awareness Week. Both aim to raise awareness of bisexual identities and the cultural acceptance of bisexual people within society. Blue Yonder associate Maddi Cook shares her experience of navigating her bisexual identity alongside her hetero-appearing relationship. I am engaged to a wonderful person.

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How Cybersecurity is Shaping the Future of Digital Transformation

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Cybersecurity is Shaping the Future of Digital Transformation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Keeping your supply chain on track with real-time data

All Things Supply Chain

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chains have faced geopolitical tensions, environmental challenges and significant disruptions, like the bridge accident in Baltimore.

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Maximize Supply Chain Spend & Asset Utilization with Innovative Test Automation

Connected devices are emerging at an explosive rate exerting pressure on larger operators; however, some organizations cannot continue to purchase the latest & greatest devices without ramifications. The introduction of automated test technology drives the optimization of supply chain expenditures leveraging forward & reverse logistics paths. Adopting innovative test automation tools addresses these challenges by providing robust solutions for testing the interoperability, performance, & securit

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Call for CEO’s to be Grounded in Supply Chain Leadership

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters would like to highlight for our readers an insightful perspective that was recently published by the Harvard Business Review. This paper is titled: To Build Resilience, CEO’s Need to Become Supply Chain Experts and can be accessed at this web link. The authors are J.Yo-Jud Cheng and Dwaipayan Roy, both Assistant Professors at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.

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Five Things You Need to Consider Before Pinning Your Supply Chain to the Ground

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain strategy drives the decision-making process for network design, as well as industrial real estate required to make the supply chain work.

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7 Important Supply Chain Lessons From NASCES 2024

BlueYonder

This week, I had the privilege to represent Blue Yonder at the North American Supply Chain Executive Summit (NASCES) 2024 , a premier supply chain summit, set in the picturesque and historic Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. The two days were filled with insightful anecdotes, stories and calls to action, as well as some candid sharing of lessons learned in the course of transforming the world’s supply chains.

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Achieving higher recycled fibre usage

IT Supply Chain

By Tom Cash (pictured) Director, Foxmere The post Achieving higher recycled fibre usage appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Role of Stock Turnover Calculation in Inventory Optimization

SCMDOJO

Does it ever come into your mind how companies efficiently convert inventories into sales? What is the Stock turnover? How do you calculate the stock turnover ratio? What is the formula for the stock turnover to analyze the stock data? How will the stock turnover ratio show the current stock counts and the need for stock up to fulfill demand/ forecasting to different businesses?

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Exiger Named Sector ‘Value Leader,’ Clinches Top Rankings in Third Party and Supply Chain Risk Management Spend Matters’ SolutionMap 

Exiger Perspectives

Leading procurement and supply chain tech providers go head-to-head in data-driven fall 2024 vendor ranking WASHINGTON, DC. SEPT. 20, 2024 – Exiger, the market-leading supply chain and third-party risk AI company, is a top-ranked vendor in Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Platform Technologies Spend Matters’ Fall 2024 SolutionMap , which compares procurement, finance and supply chain technology providers.

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Amazon Launches End-to-End Supply Chain Services for Sellers

Supply Chain Brain

The service will be available for U.S. sellers for domestic pickups starting in October, and then for global pickups sometime before the end of the year.

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Key Features Every Supply Chain Management Software Should Include

ThroughPut

Managing a supply chain comes with its fair share of challenges (fair can sound like an understatement for a lot of you!) From unpredictable demand to global disruptions, things can get messy fast. Without the right tools, it’s easy to lose track of shipments, inventory levels, and even supplier performance. That’s where a solid supply chain management (SCM) software comes in handy.

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11 KPIs for Measuring Innovation Success

Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.

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What to Do After a Rear-End Accident: Safety and Legal Steps

IT Supply Chain

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post What to Do After a Rear-End Accident: Safety and Legal Steps appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Digital Thermo-Hygrometers Ensure Quality Control in the Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

In today’s globalized world, supply chains play a crucial role in delivering products to consumers. These supply chains are complex, involving several stages of production, storage, and transportation. One of the most important aspects of managing a supply chain is maintaining the quality of goods as they move through the system. Ensuring the right conditions, such as temperature and humidity, is key to preserving the quality of sensitive products like food, pharmaceuticals, and electronics.

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Reshaping Logistics with Data Analytics, Machine Learning and AI for Transportation

MercuryGate

With the rapid advancement of machine learning and AI solutions, businesses across all sectors, including logistics and supply chain operations, are increasingly adopting these technologies to solve complex challenges. The post Reshaping Logistics with Data Analytics, Machine Learning and AI for Transportation appeared first on MercuryGate International.