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Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD): Addressing the Entire Value Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Following 45 days of negotiations, the European Council approved a watered-down version of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The EU CSDDD has had a difficult journey, facing delays, changes, and hurdles to overcome. Nonetheless, the direction of travel of European governments is clear: companies need to do more to identify their exposure to unethical practices, human rights abuses, and significant adverse environmental issues , across their value chain.

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ToolsGroup Named Leader in Seven G2 Categories for Spring 2024

ToolsGroup

Customer reviews consistently rank ToolsGroup highly in G2’s Supply Chain Planning and Demand Planning Categories. Boston, MA – May 2, 2024 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is thrilled to announce that it has been recognized as a Leader in seven separate G2 Spring 2024 reports. This achievement underscores ToolsGroup’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the supply chain industry.

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Thoughts. Selecting Supply Chain Software

Supply Chain Shaman

Let me start with why I selected a baby with ears for this post. I find that most companies’ understanding of supply chain planning is immature, and that next week, at the Gartner Supply Chain Summit in Orlando, that many will don their Mickey ears to discuss what I consider outdated supply chain planning models. The investment in these outdated concepts is an opportunity cost to improve outcomes.

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DAT IQ: The Metrics that Matter with Samuel Parker

The Logistics of Logistics

Samuel Parker and Joe Lynch discuss DAT iQ: the metrics that matter. Samuel is Director of Product Marketing at DAT Freight & Analytics ‘ Shipper segment. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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[Video] The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies

Talking Logistics

Over the past four years, due in large part to the Covid pandemic, there has been a lot of discussion about the importance of risk management and how companies need to create more resilient supply chains, with logistics being a key enabler. We were reminded of this again just a few days ago, when a. Read more The post [Video] The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Ferguson’s Commitment to Supply Chain Excellence Drives Customer Satisfaction

Logistics Viewpoints

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Ferguson PLC In 2022, I wrote an article called The Best Supply Chain Company You Have Never Heard Of. The article was about Ferguson PLC, a value-added distributor of plumbing and heating products. Ferguson has an extensive and complex supply chain. When I had an opportunity to catch up with Michael Jacobs, the senior vice president of supply chain at Ferguson, I leapt at the chance.

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Freight Recession: Opportunity or Threat with Steve Elwell

The Logistics of Logistics

Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss freight recession: opportunity or threat. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. About Steve Elwell Steve is the Founder and since 2010 Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm located in Farmington Hills, MI.

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5 Essential Steps to Excel as a Yard Manager

C3 Solutions

Managing a large yard in a warehouse is a huge responsibility, often undermined by the bias for action. A yard manager must know how his role impacts the overall chain.

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The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies

Talking Logistics

Over the past four years, due in large part to the Covid pandemic, there has been significant discussion about the importance of risk management in logistics and how companies must create more resilient supply chains. Logistics operations are key enablers in this process. We were reminded of this again recently when a cargo ship crashed. Read more The post The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzale

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Rise Like Batman: Transform Supply Chain Challenges into Opportunities

John Galt

Elevate your supply chain planning with lessons from Batman, an example of embracing uncertainty and forging supply chain antifragility.

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Why vendor financial models matter for route planning viability

IT Supply Chain

By Gary Taylor (pictured) VP Fleet Solution in EMEA, Descartes The post Why vendor financial models matter for route planning viability appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Bridging Disruption: Control Tower Helps Customers Navigate the Tragedy in Baltimore

BlueYonder

Who can forget watching the shocking footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore? When a 948-foot-long cargo ship called Dali crashed into the bridge in the early morning hours of March 26, the costs were high. Most significantly, the accident claimed the lives of six construction workers who were fixing potholes on the bridge. The total collapse of the bridge, which happened in less than 30 seconds, also resulted in the multi-year closure of a major traffic route used by more

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The Walmart RFID Tagging Mandate: Advantages and Compliance Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

While some retail supply chain leaders may initially feel hesitant about investing in achieving RAIN-tagging compliance, doing so can deliver significant upside potential.

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Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 26, 2024)

Talking Logistics

The woodpecker is back. Maybe it’s not the same one that pecked a hole in my house a few years ago, but it could be a disgruntled relative. I haven’t seen him yet, I’ve only heard his peck, peck, peck. He’s taunting me, I know. But I won’t let him get under my skin, peck. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 26, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How Perpetual Inventory Systems are Transforming Business Operations

RFgen

Have you ever wondered how the world’s top businesses maintain perfect harmony between their sales and stock levels? How these organizations seem to flawlessly keep goods flowing while ensuring they never miss a beat in customer satisfaction? Wonder no more. The answer lies in modern inventory management best practices. Specifically, the use of perpetual inventory systems.

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The Global Supply Chain of Sports Betting: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Global Supply Chain of Sports Betting: A Behind-the-Scenes Look appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Blue Yonder Associate Travels to Texas To Capture a Once-in-a-Lifetime Solar Eclipse

BlueYonder

May is National Photography Month and is dedicated to learning about the art and mastering the various techniques. Today, we all have cameras in our hands via our smartphones so everyone is considered an amateur photographer. But those who are professionals are dedicated to the art and seek out that once-in-a-lifetime, perfect shot. Blue Yonder associate Kevin O’Donnell recently went in search of this photo during the recent solar eclipse in North America.

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Hybrid Automation – Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Automation in the Modern Warehouse

This report explores the transformative impact of automation, the evolving role of human workers on-site, and the critical imperative of achieving optimal warehouse efficiency in the digital age.

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Embracing Innovation in WMS

Supply Chain Brain

Spurred by the cloud computing boom, warehouse management systems (WMS) are seeing a widespread move from on-premise solutions to software-as-a-service (SaaS) and cloud-hosted delivery. With this supply chain evolution in mind, how can change management move from something organizations avoid at all costs to something they embrace?

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LogiNext Mile Ensures Robust and Safe Deliveries With Compartment Planning and 3D Packing Optimization

Loginext

Discover how LogiNext transforms logistics with cutting-edge loading optimization and smart delivery planning. By analyzing factors like product dimensions and vehicle capacity, LogiNext ensures safe and reliable deliveries, preventing damage and enhancing brand reputation. Thus, not only reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also contributing to a more sustainable supply chain.

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Hurricane season 2024: how to prepare your supply chain

Resilinc

Prepare your business for the stormy seas of the 2024 hurricane season. Discover why experts predict robust storms and how to safeguard your supply chain. Outlook for hurricane season 2024 This year, hurricane season starts June 1, 2024, and ends November 30, 2024, and will primarily affect the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea.

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Freight Brokers Need More Than Just Automation; They Need Optionality

IT Supply Chain

By Sean McGillicuddy (pictured) Chief Revenue Officer, Tai Software The post Freight Brokers Need More Than Just Automation; They Need Optionality appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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National Supply Chain Day #AMA

BlueYonder

Today is National Supply Chain Day when we celebrate all things supply chain! The day was first declared in 2020 during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains were thrust onto the world scene. Those two words became what everyone was talking about for the next couple of years – and continues to be even today. The tagline for the day is “Every link in the supply chain matters,” which emphasizes how import each piece of the supply chain is from the raw materials to the transportatio

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Automotive Case Study: Chery Phase 1

Supply Chain Brain

Established in 2023, Chery Super Factory is a cutting-edge automobile manufacturing plant with a focus on integrating advanced technologies and realizing digital transformation. With an annual production capacity of 300,000 vehicles and 200,000 KD units, the factory aims to be at the forefront of business integration, smart supply chain management, and a robust logistics ecosystem.

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What is Supply Chain Management? A Guide to Success

SCMDOJO

Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or simply curious about the inner workings of the global economy, this article will provide you with a solid foundation.

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ThroughPut.AI unveils new innovative AI-powered Inventory Capabilities to rapidly accelerate Profitability

ThroughPut

Revolutionary AI-based Supply Chain Decision Intelligence platform launches new features and capabilities focused on Working Capital to drive profitable Omnichannel Fulfillment PALO ALTO, CA, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ThroughPut Inc. , the Industrial AI Supply Chain Analytics and Decision Intelligence pioneer, as recognized by Gartner, today announced the launch of new inventory management capabilities that enable businesses to optimize working capital and improve profitability through dynami

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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AI Knowledge Management, Legal Spend Management, and More Tips for Corporate Leaders

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post AI Knowledge Management, Legal Spend Management, and More Tips for Corporate Leaders appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Capitalizing on ERP trends in 2024

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

ERP trends 2024 – achieving business success through the use of innovative technologies Now that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are firmly established, we expect to see a massive take-up of these technologies by manufacturers in 2024. Ever-evolving business requirements are another strong influencer as manufacturers strive to improve business processes and efficiencies.

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How New Balance Has Weathered Years of Supply Chain Disruptions

Supply Chain Brain

The attacks on Red Sea shipping have forced carriers to reroute their vessels around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, resulting in increased cost. But that hasn’t fazed New Balance.