Mon.Aug 12, 2024

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If Only the Supply Chain was Reconfigured

Supply Chain Shaman

This morning, the New York Times pushed me an article by Peter S. Goodman titled “ The Supply Chain, Reconfigured.” His narrative centers on the evolution of the global supply chain evolving with a focus on labor arbitration ignoring geographic distance and shipping issues. His belief is that the internet, container shipping, and global banking shrunk the supply chain.

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Pirelli’s Digital Transformation Journey

Logistics Viewpoints

Pier Paolo Tamma, the Chief Digital Officer at Pirelli Pirelli is in the midst of a digital transformation. This transformation seeks to use data, digital ecosystems, and AI to enhance data driven decision-making. In terms of the commercial operation, it seeks to provide greater value to dealer customers by arming their sales representatives with more actionable data on what the dealers will likely need to order.

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Learning from the CrowdStrike Outage: The Importance of Robust Disaster Recovery Strategies & Trusted Advisors

IT Supply Chain

By Ross Hamilton (pictured) Principal SAP Technical Consultant, Absoft The post Learning from the CrowdStrike Outage: The Importance of Robust Disaster Recovery Strategies & Trusted Advisors appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What you can't avoid, you have to manage well: How TENNECO increases the efficiency of Global Premium Freight

Supply Chain Brain

Join this webinar to learn from Katja Muenster, Integrated Supply Chain Process Manager, how TENNECO's strategic approach and technological advancements are driving efficiencies in global special transports, even in the face of ongoing industry challenges.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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Meeting global manufacturing demands: Nidec Drives’ scalable machine control solutions

IT Supply Chain

By Andrea Annunziata (pictured) Product Management Director of Nidec Drives The post Meeting global manufacturing demands: Nidec Drives’ scalable machine control solutions appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Harnessing Big Data: Transforming Business Strategies in the Digital Age

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Harnessing Big Data: Transforming Business Strategies in the Digital Age appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Digitalization is Fundamental to Retail Sustainability

All Things Supply Chain

A new study found that 90% of organizations are planning to enhance their ESG investments over the next three years, with a significant focus on improving data management systems using artificial…

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7 Amazing Social Media Optimization Strategies in 2024

IT Supply Chain

By Christie M (pictured) Content Marketer, Styldod The post 7 Amazing Social Media Optimization Strategies in 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Best Demand Sensing Software in 2024

ThroughPut

Being a demand planner is challenging. Period. The role demands accurate forecasting amidst constant market changes. Relying on outdated tools and/or spreadsheets might just about work for long-term planning, but they fall short in handling sudden demand shifts and market disruptions. Moreover, using only historical data to forecast demand is limited.

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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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Preparing for What Comes Next In the Freight Transportation Market

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “The Road Ahead: Key Trends and Capabilities Shaping the North American Freight Transportation Market.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Transporeon, highlights several important industry trends that shippers and carriers must factor into their transportation strategies and objectives, as.

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Venture Funding for Supply Chain Firms is Down Big Time

Supply Chain Digest

Crunchbase Data Shows Funding on Pace for Decline of 79 Percent versus 2021

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Happening Now: Record heat tough on truckers

West Coast and California Logistics

Hauling large amounts of cargo is always challenging, but this summer’s record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather have made it even more difficult for truckers, forcing them into dangerous driving conditions and delaying shipments. According to FreightWaves , the extreme heat has caused major highways in several states to buckle and close, while increased temperatures have led to higher traffic congestion and a surge in car breakdowns, further complicating travel.

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Attempting Digital Transformation? Try Embracing Team Resistance

Supply Chain Brain

A survey from Gartner found that effectively responding to team resistance and incorporating feedback increased the odds of transformation success by 62%.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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How Logistics Management Software Can Transform Your Business In 2024

Loginext

Leverage logistics management software in 2024 to optimize planning, streamline inventory, and improve delivery. Gain efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction. Transform your business today! The post How Logistics Management Software Can Transform Your Business In 2024 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Labor Board Ruling Sets Stage for Canada Rail Strike by August 22

Supply Chain Brain

Canada's Industrial Labor Board ruled on August 9 that there are no critical shipments that would be required to continue in the event of a strike.

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Bridging the Gap: The Convergence of B2C and B2B Marketing Strategies

Savant Events

Bridging the Gap: The Convergence of B2C and B2B Marketing Strategies In marketing, the distinction between B2B (Business-to-Business) and B2C (Business-to-Consumer) strategies is deemed as significant. Each approach does require a unique set of tactics, tailored to the needs and behaviours of different target audiences. However, despite these differences, there are also notable similarities that marketers can leverage to optimise their strategies in both arenas.

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Thailand Races to Stop Toxic Waste Cargo on MSC, Maersk Ships

Supply Chain Brain

Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries have seen an influx of trash from developed countries, from dirty plastic to industrial and electronic waste.

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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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How To Sharpen Up Your Customer Focus With Returns Feedback

BlueYonder

Steve Jobs was desperate to make Apple focus on customers. “Some people say, ‘Give the customers what they want.’ But that’s not my approach. Our job is to figure out what they’re going to want before they do.” That’s a classic Jobs quote you’re probably familiar with. How many retailers really take it to heart, though? Listening to what the customer wants is the very essence of what great retailers do – but what if there was a whole array of very direct customer feedback that they weren’t using

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Amazon Woos Chinese Sellers in Bid to Compete With Temu, Shein

Supply Chain Brain

The e-commerce giant has been reevaluating China as a source of goods for selling outside the country and is cultivating sellers there.

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Concerns Rise Regarding Potential U.S. East Coast Dockworkers Labor Disruption

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Update , we update readers on new reports of a likely impasse involving labor contract talks involving U.S. East and Gulf Coast terminal operators and the ILA labor union. Background In a Supply Chain Matters blog commentary titled: Indications of Peak Reached in Global Container Shipping published in late July , we cited published reports and available industry data were reinforcing indications that the peak both in volume and in ocean container shippin

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Scientists Warn Proposed Pantanal Shipping Channel Could Lead to 'End of Entire Biome'

Supply Chain Brain

The proposed project would dredge and restructure waterways at hundreds of sites along 435 miles of the Paraguay and Parana rivers.

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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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4 Ways Upskilling Programs Can Help Reduce Employee Burnout

Procurement Academy

Burnout is an issue that often remains silent until it’s too late. Heavy workloads, a skewed work-life balance, and a lack of overall job satisfaction can all contribute to feelings of unhappiness and exhaustion at work. One of the most powerful ways to combat burnout in your employees is to actively invest in their development. Upskilling programs give employees back a sense of direction and accountability in their work while showing them that the company truly cares about them.

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The Unique Manufacturing Process Behind the Medals at the Paris Olympics

Supply Chain Brain

Each medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics included a small hexagonal piece of iron from the Eiffel Tower.