Mon.Dec 04, 2023

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Is your Supply Chain T2T or Just E2E?

Adexa

Is your Supply Chain T2T or Just E2E? Yes, supply chains need to be end-to-end. But that is only one dimension of the supply chain. As the recent trend suggests supply chains are not unidirectional and the impact of circular economy can be highly impactful. But there is more than just connecting horizontally or bi-directionally. We also need to go vertically, i.e. top to toe or toe to top (T2T).

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Going Beyond the Hype: Successful AI in Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

When it comes to Artificial Intelligence, many companies are still in the learning phase. They’re trying to understand the technology landscape and what’s possible, but it’s a bit challenging because everything is evolving so fast. At the moment, the buzz and hype are centered on Generative AI, thanks in large part to the November 2022. Read more The post Going Beyond the Hype: Successful AI in Supply Chain Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Optimizing the Supply Chain for Improved Productivity During the Busiest Time of Year

All Things Supply Chain

The holiday season is here, and businesses are working to provide the best customer experience through optimizing their supply chains.

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Revolutionize Your Supply Chain With Cognitive Demand Planning: Insights From 2023 Survey

BlueYonder

In the rapidly evolving landscape of supply chain management, precision, agility, and resilience are the keys to success. A recent survey of demand planners’ concerns and day-to-day experiences sheds light on the challenges faced by planning teams today and highlights the pressing need for innovative solutions to solve for them. Let’s delve into the key insights from the survey and explore how Cognitive Demand Planning is reshaping the future of demand planning.

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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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Is Artificial Intelligence a Solution for Modern Slavery?

Supply Chain Brain

How humans can partner with AI to tackle the pressing societal issue of slavery, for a more resilient and sustainable global supply chain.

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Stord Named a 2023 Top Tech Startup by Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics

Stord

ATLANTA, GA, December 4, 2023 – Stord , a leader in omnichannel fulfillment services and technology for mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today that it has been named a Top Tech Startup for 2023 by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive created this award series to spotlight top software and technology startups in the supply chain and logistics space.

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Automation trends: a 12-month forecast

IT Supply Chain

By Tom Cash (pictured) Director at Foxmere The post Automation trends: a 12-month forecast appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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November Global PMI Reporting Reflects Some Stabilization

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides a further global supply chain assessment in the highlights and added insights on reported November 2023 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. In our prior highlights and perceptions of September and October published indices , we observed that the numbers once again signaled continued contraction in global manufacturing output and product demand levels.

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Ethical Considerations in AI and ML Software Development: A Developer’s Dilemma

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Ethical Considerations in AI and ML Software Development: A Developer’s Dilemma appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Top Logistics Management Software for the Transportation and Logistics Industry

Loginext

Dive into the dynamic world of the Transportation and Logistics Industry, unravel the challenges, explore innovative solutions, and witness a transformation in supply chain dynamics using LogiNext. Discover how our Logistics Management Software can elevate your logistics game and have positive ROI. The post Top Logistics Management Software for the Transportation and Logistics Industry appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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How Manufacturers Are Revolutionizing Talent Retention Through Strategic Outsourcing

Synovos

Mastering Workforce Challenges: How Manufacturers Are Revolutionizing Talent Retention Through Strategic Outsourcing In a recent survey of mechanical engineers, conducted by RS and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) , respondents rated attracting and retaining talent alongside inflation and higher costs as the biggest challenge in the next 12 months.

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The Most Powerful Executives in the World Shouldn’t Be Left Stranded

Kodiak Hub

Sourcing, Procurement, and Supply Chain Executives are quickly becoming the most powerful executives in the world. As businesses face new challenges, these executives are increasingly being turned to as the only heroes who can save the day. Now more than ever, their decisions will either make or break companies!

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Mastering Workforce Challenges: How Manufacturers Are Revolutionizing Talent Retention Through Strategic Outsourcing

Synovos

Mastering Workforce Challenges: How Manufacturers Are Revolutionizing Talent Retention Through Strategic Outsourcing In a recent survey of mechanical engineers, conducted by RS and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) , respondents rated attracting and retaining talent alongside inflation and higher costs as the biggest challenge in the next 12 months.

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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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5 steps to enhance your EVP with upskilling

Procurement Academy

In an increasingly competitive hiring market, a major challenge facing all businesses is attracting and retaining the best talent. Even after employees join an organization, retaining them long enough to significantly contribute to their career development can be challenging, even for the best companies. To reduce employee turnover and retain top talent, it’s vital for businesses to build their culture and instill a strong employee identity.

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Inventory Management Excellence: Some Companies to Learn From

Logistics Bureau

Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits. But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? The answer depends, of course, on your company’s objectives and, particularly, on your customer service promises.

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Top Transportation Technology Trends

Logistics Viewpoints

Transportation Technology Maturity Curve This is the time of year when industry analysts and technology pundits make predictions about the future. McKinsey & Company, a worldwide management consulting firm, has done the same. However, their predictions are based, in part, on a survey of more than 250 global shippers and logistic service providers.

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Financial Predator vs Partner with Bharath Krisnamoorthy

The Logistics of Logistics

Bharath Krisnamoorthy and Joe Lynch discuss financial predator vs partner. Bharath (“B”) is CEO and Co-founder of Denim , an all-in-one financial services platform rapidly disrupting the $250 billion freight intermediary market. About Bharath Krishnamoorthy Bharath Krishnamoorthy is CEO and co-founder of Denim , a freight financial partner that processes over $1 million daily.

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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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Supply Chain News n US PMI Shows US Manufacturing Declined for the 13th Straight Month in November

Supply Chain Digest

Nearly all Measures again Show Contraction

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Using ERP for flexible manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Traditional manufacturing favored long production runs of the same product because retooling machines to produce different products could cost time and resources, and waste capacity. In 21st-century manufacturing, however, long production runs are no longer valid. Capacity takes a back seat to production flexibility as the key performance indicator for factory managers.

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How Apparel and Retail Companies Are Implementing Intelligent Returns

Supply Chain Brain

With the help of data analysis and intelligent systems, companies are able to more efficiently manage product returns, repairs, recycling and other processes

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DIM Weight Calculation: How to Calculate Dimensional Weight Pricing

ShipBob

One major factor in the pricing of shipments is dimensional weight. But what exactly is it? Dimensional weight is a pricing technique used to calculate the amount of space a package takes up in relation to the item’s weight. Because dimensional weight isn’t simply the physical weight of your package, figuring out an item’s dimensional weight and the subsequent price to ship the item can be challenging.

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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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Panama Chaos Grows as U.S. Diesel Shippers Bypass Canal

Supply Chain Brain

In the past, such delays tended to be related to maintenance work, and, as such, were mostly short-lived, but there is little relief in sight in the months ahead.

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What is a Lumper Fee?

Freight Plus

A lumper fee refers to charges incurred by shippers for the loading or unloading of freight at warehouses or distribution centers. When a shipper doesn’t handle these tasks themselves and relies on external labor, these fees are levied by third-party workers or companies responsible for the handling. Why Do Lumper Fees Exist? These fees exist […] The post What is a Lumper Fee?

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'Clean Truck Express' Lane To Open at Pier 400 Los Angeles

Supply Chain Brain

APM says new priority lane incentivizes environmental stewardship while enhancing customers’ operational efficiency.

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Optimizing Employee Transportation: A Checklist

Locus

In today’s fast-paced offices, ensuring employee safety and punctuality is paramount. Navigating congested traffic and logistical hurdles can make daily commutes a challenge. This responsibility falls on enterprises, extending beyond traditional pick-up-and-drop routines. Now, with the rise of flexible hybrid work models, as evidenced by a recent Deloitte study showing 66% of India’s Gen Z and 67% of Millennials favoring such arrangements, managing employee transportation has become

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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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Hungary Plans to Build €6B Dubai-Style Budapest District

Supply Chain Brain

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has mandated the construction of a major project reminiscent of Dubai in terms of its grandeur.

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Europe, U.K. Lag in Race for Electric Car Battery Raw Materials

Supply Chain Brain

Tesla in the U.S. and China’s BYD are significantly ahead of many of their European rivals in securing access to key raw materials.

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Designing Conveyor Systems With Simulation Software

Supply Chain Brain

Conveyors play a key role in the endless quest by distributors and manufacturers for improved efficiency and productivity. So it should come as no surprise that the logistics sector would be drawn to modern-day conveyor systems simulation software.