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Why AI Unlocks Procurement’s World-Saving Potential

Exiger Perspectives

Table of Contents Procurement and supply chain professionals today are under enormous pressure. Managing increasingly complex global networks, staying compliant with ever-changing regulations, and navigating unexpected disruptions have all become part of their daily routine. What’s more, they’re overwhelmed with data — too much information, too little time to act.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2024)

Talking Logistics

Do you still wear a mask? There is an older gentleman who goes to my gym. He still wears a mask. But it’s always on his chin. It doesn’t cover his mouth and nose at all. When people walk up to him to chat, he doesn’t pull it up. He keeps it there, on his. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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October 21st – 24th Supply Chain & Logistics News Round Up

Logistics Viewpoints

October 21st – 24th Supply Chain & Logistics News Round Up This past week, I returned to the Tampa Bay Area to visit family and see the lasting effects of back-to-back hurricanes. Words cannot fully capture the extent of the devastation left behind, and it will take months for the surrounding counties to recover from the aftermath in Milton and Helene.

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Common Supply Chain Pain Points for Distributors

My Office Apps

What are Common Supply Chain Pain Points Distributors Can’t Ignore? Managing a distribution supply chain can feel like a constant battle. With so many moving parts—suppliers, inventory, and logistics—distributors often find themselves stuck dealing with one crisis after another. But for those looking to grow and thrive, it’s essential to understand the common pain points and find practical ways to address them.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

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Ensuring Predictable Production Amid the Unpredictable Challenges of the Auto Industry

BlueYonder

In October 2024, a team from Blue Yonder attended the automotiveIT Kongress , held at the Vienna House Andel’s Berlin. The largest industry gathering of automotive and IT professionals in Germany, the automotiveIT Kongress featured lectures, panel discussions, best practices, deep-dive sessions, an awards presentation, and extensive networking opportunities with industry experts.

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Location Accuracy: The Backbone of Modern Supply Chains

Roambee

In supply chain management, location accuracy and precision are critical to ensuring goods move seamlessly through every stage of the journey. For industries like retail and automotive, where timing and availability of inventory are crucial, knowing where a shipment is at any given moment can mean the difference between meeting a deadline or facing significant delays.

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Highlights of Recent Gartner Supply Chain ResearchHighlights of Recent Gartner Supply Chain Research

Supply Chain Digest

Gartner Publishing New Blog Posts almost Weekly

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U.K. Food and Drink Industry Maps Out Sustainability Goals for Next Five Years

Supply Chain Brain

The United Kingdom's Food and Drink Federation is looking to cut down on food waste, reduce emissions and embrace more sustainable practices.

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Logistics Software: Cutting Costs, Boosting Profits

Loginext

Logistics software can transform business efficiency by streamlining operations, enabling real-time tracking, and optimizing fleet routes. This leads to significant cost savings and improved profits, helping companies stay competitive. From small businesses to large fleets, learn how the right logistics software can enhance performance and drive growth.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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‘Serial’ U.K. E-Commerce Returners Responsible for One Quarter of Returns, Report Finds

Supply Chain Brain

Serial returners, who make up 11% of shoppers, will send back an average of £1,400 of products each this year, totaling £6.6bn, the report found.

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IMF Global Economic Forecast-Underwhelming But Steady Growth

Supply Chain Matters

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog provides perspectives on the latest published IMF World Economic Forecast. Background Industry supply chain management teams have experienced a rather challenging year thus far. Now that the all-important final quarter is upon us, there are needs for supporting customer holiday fulfillment along with ensuring 2024 revenue and profitability goals are met or exceeded.

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The EV Outlook: How Current Trends, Obstacles, and Evolving Regulations Affect EV Manufacturers and Consumers

Arena Solutions

The EV Outlook: How Current Trends, Obstacles, and Evolving Regulations Affect EV Manufacturers and Consumers Full transcript below: Tom Stone Hello. My name’s Tom Stone, I’m Editor Director of Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International. Welcome to this live webinar which we are conducting in conjunction with PTC. I have Dave Barry here with me from PTC.