Wed.Oct 23, 2024

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FMCG Complexity - a stealthy increase in SKU numbers?

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Stealth? What made me think of that word? Do you remember that playground game called Statues ? One person is the 'Museum Curator' and stands at the end of a field or yard. Everyone else stands an agreed distance away and the aim of the game is for a 'Statue' to touch or tag the Curator without being seen moving.

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As The Wind Blows: Improving Supply Chain Planning

Supply Chain Shaman

The winds of change transform industries. Does a digital transformation add value? Who knows? There is no standard definition. In the supply chain management industry, words swirl but lack definition. There are many claims but no clear definition. Will we transform and improve supply chain planning systems based on AI? Again, who knows? In the sea of hype, there are few definitions but a lot of hand-waving.

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Omnilife: An E-commerce Fulfillment and Delivery Success Story

Talking Logistics

One of the hard lessons companies have learned about e-commerce is that everything can go according to plan right up to the time a customer clicks the “Buy” button, but if you don’t get the order fulfillment process right, it can have negative consequences — not only with regards to customer experience and satisfaction, but. Read more The post Omnilife: An E-commerce Fulfillment and Delivery Success Story appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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A Detailed Comparison of edX Supply Chain Courses vs. SCMDOJO Academy

SCMDOJO

As businesses become increasingly global, professionals in the supply chain field must keep up with new technologies, trends, and best practices. With numerous platforms offering online courses, including edX supply chain courses and SCMDOJO academy , it can be challenging to choose the one that best fits your needs, especially when it comes to specialized fields like supply chain management.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

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

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Understanding the Kitting Process: Key Components and Considerations for the Holidays and Everyday

Stord

This is the first blog post in a series on the tactics and benefits of deploying a comprehensive kitting solution. Holiday kitting isn't merely about bundling products; it's about crafting experiences that sparkle with the same joy as a perfectly selected and wrapped present. Much like an advent calendar that counts down to the big day with 24 unique treats, or a curated health and beauty set, kitting has become the secret ingredient for surprising and delighting your customers all year round.

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The Future of Pharmaceutical Logistics and Online Pharmacies

Locus Robotics

Home October 23, 2024 The Future of Pharmaceutical Logistics and Online Pharmacies Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager In recent years, there has been constant change in how goods are moved and delivered, but few changes have been as impactful as the surge in e-commerce. As online shopping has steadily grown — now representing over 20% of total retail sales according to recent data from the U.S.

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Paving the Way: JAGGAER’s Commitment to Sustainable Practices

Jaggaer

ESG Sustainability Reporting As procurement’s intelligent source-to-pay and supplier collaboration platform, JAGGAER One enables customers and stakeholders to achieve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives by simplifying, automating, and embedding sustainability principles directly into our software solutions. Likewise, this is the approach we take to developing and implementing sustainable business practices internally at JAGGAER; simplifying, automating and embedding

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How to Deploy Multi-Tier Supply Chain Intelligence for Resilience

Supply Chain Brain

Multi-tier supply chain intelligence has the potential to strongly enhance the resilience of the supply chain, making it an invaluable asset to organizations.

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How procurement can prevent an IT transformation ‘failure’

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Berry (pictured) Procurement Specialist The post How procurement can prevent an IT transformation ‘failure’ appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

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.

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DHL Supply Chain and Diageo North America to Deploy Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks

Supply Chain Brain

The Nikola electric trucks utilize fuel-cell technology to power the vehicle's electric motors for up to 500 miles in range on a single fill.

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Mastering Digital Product Passports: Strategies for Seamless Implementation

Logistics Viewpoints

Implementing Digital Product Passports (DPPs) within an organization involves a detailed and strategic process. This requires a thorough readiness assessment, selection of appropriate technology, and careful integration with existing business processes. Each step must be approached methodically to ensure a successful and secure implementation that meets regulatory requirements and enhances operational transparency.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for October 24, 2024

Supply Chain Digest

Amazon FC Robot Onslaught. Freight Recession Continues On New Combined Delivery Service from Walmart.

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Last Mile Delivery Tracking Software Boosts Experience, Cuts Costs

Loginext

Last mile delivery tracking software plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experience by offering real-time updates and transparency. It also optimizes delivery routes, reducing operational costs for logistics businesses. The post Last Mile Delivery Tracking Software Boosts Experience, Cuts Costs appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

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.

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Can U.S. Ports Find Middle Ground on Automation Before Second Strike?

Supply Chain Brain

As negotiations between the ILA and USMX continue, the issue of automation at ports remains a point of contention.

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Supplier Development: What it is and why you need it

Kodiak Hub

What is Supplier Development? In the simplest terms, supplier development is like giving your suppliers a little nudge (or a big push, depending on the situation) to help them improve their performance. It’s the process where buyers work closely with their suppliers to make sure they are aligning with expectations—be it quality, cost-efficiency, sustainability, or any other key metric.

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U.S.-Mexico Freight by Value up 4.2% YoY

Supply Chain Brain

Freight traffic between the U.S. and its neighbors is increasingly via truck, Bureau of Transportation Statistics figures show.

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LTL Pillar of Profitability: Avoid Errors and Rebills with Built-in Failsafes

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

If you’re a freight broker, you probably utter one or more of the above phrases daily. The variability of LTL shipments is a constant challenge.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

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.

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Watch: Case Study: A New Medical Logistics Venture Searches for the Right WMS

Supply Chain Brain

A case study with TriVenture Logistics LLC, a medical logistics company, and warehouse management system provider Tecsys.

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LTL Pillar of Profitability: Deliver an Extraordinary Customer Experience from Quote to Invoice

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Delivering an extraordinary customer experience is the third pillar of profitability for LTL freight. PwC research shows that companies focusing on improving customer experience can increase their revenue by 5-10% through higher customer retention. They also enjoy the ability to charge premium rates.

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Boeing CEO’s Effort to Rebuild Planemaker Suffers Strike Setback

Supply Chain Brain

While Boeing’s latest 35% pay offer was a bump from its initial 25% increase, workers are still angered by the failure to reinstate their defined-benefit pension plan.

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Real Use Cases for AI in Manufacturing

Supply Chain Digest

Six Companies Share their Successes with the World Economic Forum

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

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

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Boeing Workers Spurn Latest Offer as Bid to End Strike Fails

Supply Chain Brain

While Boeing’s latest 35% pay offer was a bump from its initial 25% increase, workers are still angered by the failure to reinstate their defined-benefit pension plan.

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Small Steps and Staying Positive: Blue Yonder Associate Shares Her Stroke Recovery Journey

BlueYonder

Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day and is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding with a focus on stroke prevention, symptom awareness, and the needs of stroke survivors. According to the World Stroke Organization , each year more than 12 million people worldwide will have their first stroke and 6.5 million will die as a result. The chance of having a stroke increases with age; however, more than 60% happen to people under 70 and 16% to those under 50.

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U.K. Warns of Grain Threat After Russia Steps Up Port Attacks

Supply Chain Brain

Russia has been targeting Kyiv’s export infrastructure since the 2022 invasion, with strikes on its ports in the Black Sea and on the Danube.

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EOQ Calculation – An Inventory Management Tool

SCMDOJO

When building a business multiple factors need to be considered—cost, logistics, manpower, operations, packaging, seasonality, and more! However, the main pin-point that drives all the factors is inventory/ stocks. How much stock/ Inventory do we need? What is the actual demand? What is the forecast? How much inventory do we need in the off-season and the high season?

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

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.

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Amazon to Halt Brick-and-Mortar Same-Day Delivery Service

Supply Chain Brain

The decision to shutter Amazon Today comes as a surprise since Amazon was pitching the service to more retailers at the Shoptalk Fall conference in Chicago, October 16-18.

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