Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 9, 2024

Retailers have an opportunity to prioritize a more sustainable supply chain. But how can they do this while continuing to grow the business?

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 9, 2024

As last year came to a close, the world held its 28th annual Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Climate Change Conferences (UNCCC). COP participants meet annually to discuss progress being made towards mitigating the worst effects of climate change and to commit to new actions. Concerning COP28, environmentalist and journalist David Wallace-Wells reported, “It only took 28 years.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

For the past 175 years, Carlsberg has continuously reinvented itself from a marketing, innovation and product perspective, while remaining true to its core values of enriching communities while manufacturing quality drinks. Spanning 140 brands, 40,000 employees, 150 global markets, and 12.5 billion liters of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, the operation is vast.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 9, 2024

U.S. imports have continue to increase even as supply chain challenges in the Red Sea and at the Panama Canal have persisted.

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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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Arena Solutions

APRIL 9, 2024

As the pressure mounts for manufacturers to deliver in shorter timelines because of increased competition and the urgency to solve a myriad of climate-related challenges, legacy ways of doing things have become an insurmountable hindrance to progress. Overcoming Challenges in Product Lifecycle Management With Advanced Solutions The problem? Spreadsheets, generic workflow management systems, and traditional manufacturing execution systems (MES) have resulted in blind spots, gaps, and inaccuracies

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Kevin Kull (pictured) SVP, Sales & Operations, PalletTrader The post Reimagining Pallet Procurement: The Modern Approach appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Smart Software

APRIL 9, 2024

Big Ass Fans is the best-selling big fan manufacturer in the world, delivering comfort to spaces where comfort seems impossible. BAF had a problem: how to reliably plan production to meet demand. BAF was experiencing a gap between bookings forecasts vs. shipments, and this was impacting revenue and customer satisfaction BAF turned to Smart Software for help.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post 5 Quick Steps To Get Your Virtual Office Today appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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My Office Apps

APRIL 9, 2024

Discover The Top Reasons Why The Apparel And Fashion Industry Requires A Specialized ERP System Tailored To Its Unique Demands The apparel and fashion industry is a whirlwind of creativity, constantly adapting to trends and consumer demands. This constant flux translates to a vast array of products, each with numerous variations. From size and color to material and embellishments, managing these variations is crucial for success.

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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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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Ensuring Compliance: Anti-Money Laundering for Cryptocurrencies Explained appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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QAD

APRIL 9, 2024

With the 2024 Spring Product Launch, QAD is unveiling a series of significant enhancements across its comprehensive suite of solutions. These updates are designed to empower customers to evolve into Adaptive Enterprises , aiding them in navigating today’s manufacturing and supply chain challenges. Manufacturers face an array of obstacles, including: Workforce shortages: Critical roles must be filled, and empowering employees is imperative for sustained success.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Maggie Slowik (pictured) Global Industry Director for Manufacturing, IFS The post Navigating the servitization journey – Strategies for competitive edge & customer satisfaction appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

The term “logistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations. The Silk Road became a massively critical route that moved goods from the Mediterranean region to East Asia.

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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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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Revolutionizing Industries: The Impact Of Generative AI On Business Innovation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Arkieva

APRIL 9, 2024

As awareness of climate change and globalization grow, the list of Rs in sustainability is also growing. This blog explores the latest trend: reshoring. The Latest R in Sustainability: Reshoring was first posted on April 9, 2024 at 8:30 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post The Role of Mobile Devices in Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Freightos

APRIL 9, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home April 9, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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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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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post How a Well-Maintained Roof Can Save Your Business Money appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Loginext

APRIL 9, 2024

According to Gartner, 50% of supply chain business operations will be powered by AI-based software with progressive analytics features. LogiNext has integrated Generative AI in reports and analytics as it offers an innovative solution to streamline operations, cut costs and enhance overall efficiency. The post Enhancing Logistics and Supply Chain Efficiency with Generative AI in Reports and Analytics appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Chris Timmer (pictured) CEO, Linnworks The post Breaking Borders: Unleashing the Power of Cross-Border Commerce for Retailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Freight Plus

APRIL 9, 2024

Ambition and grit are all I had when I first began my career in logistics over ten years ago. I walked into a new office, into a new career, without a stitch of logistics or supply chain experience. Since that day, I’ve witnessed firsthand the evolution and hypergrowth of the industry – over the last […] The post Navigating the Waves: Freight Brokerage In Today’s Market appeared first on FreightPlus.

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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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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 9, 2024

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post How does software for supply chain optimization drive business growth? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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OptiProERP

APRIL 9, 2024

From the moment a customer requests a quote to the final product delivery, a complex web of processes is in play. Managing these processes requires meticulous tracking from quote-to-cash (QTC). What is Quote-to-Cash? The quote-to-cash process encompasses every step, from the initial request for a quote to the receipt of payment for the delivered product or service.

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Unleashed

APRIL 9, 2024

Today, customers expect quick and accurate deliveries from vendors. And if you’re ordering goods for your business, you probably expect the same from yours. To measure how effective a company is at delivering complete orders on time, you can use the aptly named On Time in Full (OTIF) metric. This article explains what it is, how to measure and improve it, and how to improve your OTIF rate.

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Tecsys

APRIL 9, 2024

Sanford Health is projected to save over $1.4 million within their perioperative supply chain. North Mississippi Health Services achieved annual savings of $8 million through a self-distribution management system. Parkview Health successfully converted $17 million in annual expenses into revenue. With the potential for seven- and eight-figure ROIs, it's evident why CFOs are increasingly focused on addressing performance gaps in the healthcare supply chain.

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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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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 9, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights development indicating that The United Auto Workers (UAW) labor union has filed for a representation election involving auto workers at the Mercedes production facility in Alabama. Background Prediction Four within the Ferrari Consulting and Research Group’s 2024 Predictions in Global Supply Chains represented our belief that the increased labor activism that occurred in 2023 will continue this year, but with different nuances.

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Supply Chain Digest

APRIL 9, 2024

Despite Its Long History, Many Companies and Team Members are New to WMS

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 9, 2024

The agreement was signed by six Northern European nations in the face of concerns over increased risks to underwater energy infrastructure in the region.

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