Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 25, 2024
Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. This in turn rests on developing solutions far more industry-focused than their competitors.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 25, 2024
The future of supply chains will be enabled by Artificial Intelligence, electric trucks, robots, and other technologies. But only if we have enough electricity to power it all, which is a big question mark (and risk) at the moment. According to research conducted by The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), published in December 2022, “Domestic.
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The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 25, 2024
Courtney Muller and Joe Lynch discuss reflections on Manifest , the premiere conference that unites the entire eco-system of Fortune 500 global supply chain executives, logistics service providers, innovators and investors at the forefront of logistics tech and supply chain. Manifest 2024, was bigger and better than ever and Manifest 2025 will be held February 10th – 12th, 2025 in Las Vegas.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
For global supply chains striving to meet growing expectations of sustainability, transparency and traceability are essential capabilities.
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Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for
TrackVia
MARCH 25, 2024
Do you ever feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up in the business world? Like everyone else has figured out some secret formula for success, and you’re still trying to crack the code? Well, buckle up because we’re about to let you in on a little secret weapon that’s been hiding in plain sight: mobile workflow solutions.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
BlueYonder
MARCH 25, 2024
Historically, the retail industry has talked about experience through one lens and one lens only — the customer’s. And for good reason, too — customer experience (CX) is a known driver of customer loyalty, one that is sometimes more powerful than brand or price. While continuing to create positive customer experiences with easily navigable layouts, relevant assortments, product availability, and knowledgeable staff is critical to keeping hearts and carts full, it would benefit retailer KPIs to c
IT Supply Chain
MARCH 25, 2024
By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post A Maintenance Checklist for Truck Drivers and Trucking Companies appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
SCMDOJO
MARCH 25, 2024
The supply chain industry is vital to the global economy with its complex network of activities, people, organizations, information, and resources. As businesses continue to globalize and markets become increasingly interconnected, the demand for skilled supply chain professionals is rising. Understanding the pathway to success is crucial for students eyeing a career in this dynamic field.
All Things Supply Chain
MARCH 25, 2024
Ever peeked behind the curtain to see how your favorite products come to life? Social media’s doing exactly that, pulling back the veil on manufacturing like never before.
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Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.
SCMDOJO
MARCH 25, 2024
The Rise of Warehouse Robotics: Revolution or Evolution? Nowadays, logistics landscapes and supply chain management are witnessing a breakthrough innovation: the automation of robots in warehouse operations. Amazon defies mere novelty, as proven by the sterling application of over 200k mobile robot units across all their fulfillment centers worldwide.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
Debra Hatter, partner with Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP, discusses the findings of the law firm’s second annual Global M&A Trends and Risks Report.
IT Supply Chain
MARCH 25, 2024
By Lee Metters (pictured) Group Business Development Director, Domino Printing Sciences The post Overcoming Consumer Fatigue & Increasing Brand Relevance with QR codes Powered by GS1 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
In 20 years, the evolution of physical security in the supply chain may be remembered as one of the greatest driving forces of change in the supply chain industry.
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Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 25, 2024
Last week, the National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasted its outlook for retail sales this year. According to this industry group , retail sales are expected to increase 3.5 percent to between $5.23 trillion and $5.28 trillion. Non-store and online sales included in the above figure are forecasted to grown in a range of between 7 percent and 9 percent year-over-year, equating to a range of $1.47 trillion to $1.5 trillion.
Unleashed
MARCH 25, 2024
Modern businesses must always be looking for new ways to optimise processes and eliminate unnecessary costs. This is the secret to sustainable growth and higher profits. Consolidation warehousing is a strategy that allows your business to reduce transportation costs and improve customer service by combining shipments from various sources into a single truckload.
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 25, 2024
Supply Chain Matters highlights breaking news of an announced major senior leadership change for commercial aircraft designer and producer Boeing. The executive changes involve the CEO , head of commercial aircraft business unit, along with board of directors leadership. Significant Management Leadership Shakeup According to published reports from both Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal this morning, Boeing is undergoing senior management leadership changes in the wake of the ongoing produc
ThroughPut
MARCH 25, 2024
Demand forecasting is a critical component of supply chain management, especially in the complex and unpredictable market landscape of 2024. Accurate forecasts are essential for maintaining inventory balance, ensuring customer satisfaction, and achieving financial stability. Inaccuracies in forecasting can lead to overstocking, which immobilizes capital, or stockouts, which again result in lost sales and damaged customer relationships.
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Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.
Cathy Roberson
MARCH 25, 2024
Photo 273885252 | Business © Olan Dah | Dreamstime.com Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. FedEx proved it could cut its way to profitability. However, what it could not do was to grow its business. Neither could UPS when it announced its Q4 earnings in January. UPS’ overall revenue for the quarter ending December 31 declined 7.8% to $24.9 billion, operating profit declined 22.5% to $2.477 billion, and net income fe
ThroughPut
MARCH 25, 2024
In supply chain management, accurately distinguishing between demand planning and demand forecasting is essential yet challenging. These processes are foundational for strategic supply chain management but serve distinct functions. Misuse of these terms can lead to confusion and ineffective strategies. The consequences of conflating demand planning with demand forecasting are significant, impacting inventory management, customer satisfaction, and financial health.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
The advisory also highlights Houthi deceptive communications, provides information on the new Joint Maritime Information Center, and updates other threat info.
Precoro
MARCH 25, 2024
There are many different types of procurement, but all share the same goal: to get the best value for the company. Here are a few examples of different types of procurement: Product Procurement: Product procurement is the process of acquiring products or services from suppliers. This type of procurement is typically used to acquire raw materials, components, or finished products.
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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
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
The FAST PASS Act would mandate the secretary of transportation to study how critical cargo can be expedited in emergencies like hurricanes and pandemics.
Supply Chain Digest
MARCH 25, 2024
Law Enforcement Simply Overrun
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
Although cargo volumes were up 6% at the Port of Vancouver in 2023, container volumes were down 12% due to a variety of factors.
Freightera
MARCH 25, 2024
We have some wonderful news for you today. We’re happy to announce that we’ve finally automated flatbed shipping! You read that right. You can now get instant, online, freight shipping quotes for your flatbed shipments. The experts told us that it was impossible, so we made it happen. So take a look at some flatbed freight rate examples below: Freight rate examples for shipping a shipping a Gantry Crane, based on the dimensions of 260 x 60 x 20, and the weight of 1180 lbs From Las Vegas, NV to
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Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
Embark on a journey of savings as we unpack parcel spend operations with Reveel. Discover the nuanced strategies that propel our customers to achieve substantial savings in shipping operations.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
Calhoun plans to “complete the critical work under way to stabilize and position the company for the future” over the coming months, the announcement said.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 25, 2024
The FAA is reportedly suspending United’s ability to approve and promote pilots to fly different aircraft models amid plans to increase oversight.
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