Operations and Supply Chain Management

APRIL 29, 2024

Blogs about Operations and Supply Chain Management that would be of interest to teachers.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 29, 2024

Let me start with why I selected a baby with ears for this post. I find that most companies’ understanding of supply chain planning is immature, and that next week, at the Gartner Supply Chain Summit in Orlando, that many will don their Mickey ears to discuss what I consider outdated supply chain planning models. The investment in these outdated concepts is an opportunity cost to improve outcomes.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 29, 2024

Over the past four years, due in large part to the Covid pandemic, there has been significant discussion about the importance of risk management in logistics and how companies must create more resilient supply chains. Logistics operations are key enablers in this process. We were reminded of this again recently when a cargo ship crashed. Read more The post The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzale

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 29, 2024

Steve Elwell and Joe Lynch discuss freight recession: opportunity or threat. Steve is the Founder and Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm. About Steve Elwell Steve is the Founder and since 2010 Managing Director of iDev Partners a boutique leadership, business strategy and turnaround consulting firm located in Farmington Hills, MI.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Talking Logistics

APRIL 29, 2024

Over the past four years, due in large part to the Covid pandemic, there has been a lot of discussion about the importance of risk management and how companies need to create more resilient supply chains, with logistics being a key enabler. We were reminded of this again just a few days ago, when a. Read more The post [Video] The Important Role of Logistics in Enabling Risk Mitigation and Resilience Strategies appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 29, 2024

Today is National Supply Chain Day when we celebrate all things supply chain! The day was first declared in 2020 during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains were thrust onto the world scene. Those two words became what everyone was talking about for the next couple of years – and continues to be even today. The tagline for the day is “Every link in the supply chain matters,” which emphasizes how import each piece of the supply chain is from the raw materials to the transportatio

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

LiDAR, a remote-sensing method using pulsed lasers to measure range, is proving to be of high value in supply chain automation, says Peipei Zhao, president of North America with Robosense.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or simply curious about the inner workings of the global economy, this article will provide you with a solid foundation.

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Supply Chain 24/7

APRIL 29, 2024

Discover the benefits of sea freight logistics with SEKO Logistics and why it's a cost-effective solution for your supply chain.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Unleashed

APRIL 29, 2024

Work in process (WIP) inventory is typically found in manufacturing environments where goods undergo various stages of processing before being sold or used. Tracking WIP inventory is important for monitoring production efficiency, identifying bottlenecks, and managing costs within the manufacturing process. This guide covers the work in process inventory formula, how to calculate it, and how to cost-effectively manage your work in process inventory.

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Supply Chain 24/7

APRIL 29, 2024

To navigate the complexities of the modern supply chain and drive down costs, shippers must focus on designing efficient packaging, maintaining accurate data, and nurturing strong relationships with carriers, ensuring their status as the preferred choice in the evolving landscape of Less Than Truckload (LTL) transportation.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 29, 2024

In this commercial aircraft industry specific commentary, Supply Chain Matters contrasts the recent quarterly performance of GE Aerospace and Boeing. We have provided this contrast to depict this industry’s unique product demand and key supply challenges. GE Aerospace Quarterly Performance As a final result of the breakup of the former General Electric , aircraft engine provider GE Aerospace reported in its first ever quarterly financial performance for the period ending on March 31.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

71% of consumers said that when comparing two products priced at $10 or less, they would choose the one that follows sustainable practices.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Loginext

APRIL 29, 2024

Hyperlocal deliveries are transforming convenience for consumers and businesses. LogiNext's delivery management software optimizes operations with features like route optimization, real-time tracking, and geofencing. It enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and improves customer satisfaction. As hyperlocal deliveries gain popularity, we empower businesses to thrive in this dynamic landscape, revolutionizing convenience one neighborhood at a time.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

While significant, the extra emissions are a fraction of what the shipping industry spews into the atmosphere each year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2024

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Ferguson PLC In 2022, I wrote an article called The Best Supply Chain Company You Have Never Heard Of. The article was about Ferguson PLC, a value-added distributor of plumbing and heating products. Ferguson has an extensive and complex supply chain. When I had an opportunity to catch up with Michael Jacobs, the senior vice president of supply chain at Ferguson, I leapt at the chance.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

U.S. manufacturers are calling for tariffs ranging between 70% and 271% on solar panels coming from four Southeast Asian countries.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Supply Chain 24/7

APRIL 29, 2024

This blog explores key best practices for managing returns effectively in the last mile of Less Than Truckload (LTL) logistics. Insights from industry experts Joel Pinsky and Cathy Roberson highlight the importance of transparency, communication, insurance, and adapting to evolving industry trends.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

The market in air cargo from China to the U.S. is already under strain because of limited flights.

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Supply Chain 24/7

APRIL 29, 2024

In the first of four new SMC3 LTL Hybrid Sessions, industry veterans revealed how they charted a path to career success in the less-than-truckload (LTL) market. Joe Kniple, senior vice president of revenue and pricing at Worldwide Express, and Erica Brigance, vice president of data science at ArcBest Technology, provided best practices for others looking to break into the LTL industry and/or advance through the ranks.

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StockTrim

APRIL 29, 2024

Auckland, New Zealand – StockTrim, a leading provider of inventory forecasting software-as-a-service (SaaS), is thrilled to announce the addition of numerous integrations, expanding its versatile capabilities to support a wider range of inventory and e-commerce systems. These new partnerships are designed to enhance operational efficiency and provide seamless inventory forecasting solutions for small to medium size businesses.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Cognira

APRIL 29, 2024

Category Management: Definition, Benefits, and Role in Effective Promotion Planning April 29, 2024 Promotions Home Promotion Planning in retail is no mere linear path, as it represents a web of interconnected workflows, operations, and roles that link up to deliver the final product. From analyzing historical data and looking into industry and consumer trends to creating a campaign and overseeing pricing and promotions, category management plays a pivotal role in most of these processes, bridgin

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Supply Chain Digest

APRIL 29, 2024

Amazon Prime has come a Long Way Since Launch in 2005

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Exiger Perspectives

APRIL 29, 2024

supply chain AI Save the Day With Exiger In the onslaught of threats that global supply chains face every day, Exiger is your powerful ally helping organizations to save money, eradicate human trafficking, achieve net zero, and guard against cyber attacks. Prevent cyber risk. Achieve compliance. Put an end to forced labor. Save your company millions.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 29, 2024

The executive order includes a report from the Department of Energy on how AI can be used to reach various climate goals.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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