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Will Arrogance Stunt your Growth?

Supply Chain Shaman

Which supply chain metrics correlate to market capitalization by Morningstar sector? Note that the ratios are better than absolute numbers because it helps in the comparison of large and small companies and performance across currencies.) The greatest progress has been made through the introduction of new business models.

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Handfield’s Supply Chain Analytics Predictions for 2014

Supply Chain View from the Field

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Not surprisingly, analytics is at the top of the list.

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What Is the Future of and Trends in E-Commerce Logistics?

GlobalTranz

In addition, retailers around the globe struggle to stay competitive with the e-commerce behemoth, Amazon, reports Huemor. The opportunities for growth and success of never been higher, and some of the top trends, reports TruckingInfo.com , include: Digitization and Automation Get a Bigger Piece of the Logistics Pie.

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The Impact of the Digital Path to Purchase

Enterra Insights

The impact of e-commerce and the consumer digital path to purchase has been significant. consumers expect orders, with free shipping, to arrive within three days. ”[1] Empty malls and struggling brick-and-mortar retailers also bear stark witness to the impact of the digital path to purchase. ”[2]. ”[2].

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2020 Requires Big Wings and Feet

Supply Chain Shaman

Most budgets are completed in currency at a brand level. The budget is for a fiscal year with quarter reporting and updates. The direct connection between the two processes increases costs and increases error. To maximize value—price to tangible book, functional metrics need to be reset to focus on reliability.

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5 Hot Topics in Home Delivery this Season

Talking Logistics

With expanding drop ship operations, retailers quickly lose control and sight of the order once it gets to the supplier. Blending Traditional + Customer-focused Metrics. Leading retailers are starting to combine traditional delivery metrics (e.g., For a 2 hour time window, the charge was 2X the cost of a 4 hour window (e.g.,

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ShipBob’s Guide to Ecommerce Integrations and the Best Solutions

ShipBob

Inventory Planner Inventory Planner helps you optimize your inventory purchasing operations with accurate forecasting and replenishment recommendations. Its Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning feature helps you plan your cash flow and inventory purchases according to your purchasing budget. Inventory management integrations 4.