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Editor’s Choice: The Three Trends Transforming Supply Chain Management

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article comes from Carlos Díaz Madero, Subdirector Marketing at netLogistiK , and looks at the key trends that are transforming supply chain management. In an ideal world, ensuring the immediate availability of products to customers would be simple, as demand would be easily predictable, all customers would be the same, there w

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National Logistics Day 2024

Enterra Insights

By land, air, and sea, people and goods move around the planet. Humans, by their very nature, desire to connect and to trade with other humans. Admittedly, the term “trade” has often meant to exploit; nevertheless; most people understand that logistics is what makes the world go round. The staff at Mecalux explains, “Logistics has played a crucial role in the development of humanity throughout history.

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Harnessing AI to Enhance Your Network: A Guide to Seamless Connectivity

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Harnessing AI to Enhance Your Network: A Guide to Seamless Connectivity appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Breaking Down The Indirect Source Rule (ISR) and the Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) program

NFI

Reading Time: 3 minutes Guest Blog Post: Alexa Branco, Director of Sustainability at NFI The state of California continues to evolve its environmental regulations, some of which have a direct impact on shippers and carriers. The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) implemented the Indirect Source Rule (ISR) and Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) program.

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Provide Real Value in your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Defending Against Ransomware with Immutable Backup

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Defending Against Ransomware with Immutable Backup appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Future of Hydraulics in the Supply Chain

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Future of Hydraulics in the Supply Chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Watch: Having It All: How Supply Chains Can Deliver 'Multi-Value' Contributions

Supply Chain Brain

Modern-day supply chains have to deliver value on multiple fronts. Michael Dominy, vice president analyst with Gartner, explains how they can indeed "have it all.

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The Critical Path: Navigating Supply Chain Efficiency in the Oil Industry

SCMDOJO

In an era where efficiency equates to competitive advantage, the oil industry’s supply chain management plays a pivotal role in determining a company’s profitability and sustainability. Given the complex and expansive nature of the oil supply chain—stretching from remote extraction sites to global markets—optimizing operations can lead to significant enhancements in performance and cost reductions.

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Why You Need a Returns Platform for Customer Retention

BlueYonder

In a fiercely competitive world where customer loyalty is hard-won and easily lost, retaining customers is vital to retail growth. Not only is it easier to sell more to customers who already love your brand, but a 10% increase in customer retention can increase profitability by 30%. Providing a great shopping experience is a cornerstone of customer loyalty.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Podcast | The Drug Supply Chain Security Act: The Deadline Is Near

Supply Chain Brain

Time is running out for the healthcare supply chain to fully comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

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Stord’s Flexible Fulfillment and Technology Power The Zero Proof’s Complete Retail Operation Amid Accelerated Growth

Stord

After experiencing 3.5x year-over-year growth, innovative beverage company embraces Cloud Supply Chain capabilities and flexibility ATLANTA, June 27, 2024 — The Zero Proof , the leading non-alcoholic beverage online retailer and wholesaler, announces its new partnership with Stord , the leader in high-volume fulfillment services and technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands.

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Streamline Operations with Innovative Solutions for Immigration Cases

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Streamline Operations with Innovative Solutions for Immigration Cases appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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EV Start-Up Rivian Garners Much Needed Financial Lifeline

Supply Chain Matters

This special edition of Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech highlights a major investment related to electric-vehicle start-up Rivian. The EV maker has reportedly garnered a financial lifeline in a reported $5 billion investment from global automotive company Volkswagen. According to multiple business media reports including a published Bloomberg report , VW will be making an initial $1 billion investment in the start-up and upwards of $4 billion more over an extended time extend

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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What Your Business Needs to Know About the EU Deforestation Regulation

Exiger Perspectives

What Your Business Needs to Know About the EU Deforestation Regulation June 27, 2024 Article Author: Tom Musbach At the end of 2024, the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will take effect, requiring large enterprises to demonstrate that their supply chains for seven commodities — coffee, cocoa, soy, oil palm, cattle, rubber, and wood — and products derived from these commodities do not originate from deforested land after 2020.

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A Digital Framework to Transform the Supply Chain

Demand Driven Technologies

At our June 2024 user conference Luca Cicchiello, Corporate VP of Supply Chain at Hutchinson, a global company with sales of over €4.5 billion, testified: “In our company, we’ve known for fifteen years how we should operate our supply chain: an end-to-end pull flow anticipated and configured by an S&OP process – but we were.

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Comparing Online vs. Traditional Lenders for Personal Loans

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Comparing Online vs. Traditional Lenders for Personal Loans appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Slow Adopton of Alterative Fuel Trucks

Supply Chain Digest

Just a Few Carriers Dominat Limited Deployments

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Walmart Rolls Out Hydrogen Semi-Trucks For Retail Fleet in Canada

Supply Chain Brain

According to the company, Walmart is the first major retailer in Canada to use hydrogen fuel cell semi-trucks in their delivery fleets.

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LogiNext Makes Order Transfer a Breeze in Any Emergency

Loginext

LogiNext's Delivery Management System simplifies order transfers during emergencies like vehicle breakdowns or traffic jams. With flexible role setup, efficient order transfers, strict control measures, and full transparency, LogiNext ensures smooth, timely deliveries. The post LogiNext Makes Order Transfer a Breeze in Any Emergency appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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How Centralized Inventory Control Towers Streamline Inventory Management

Supply Chain Brain

In a time of extreme unpredictability, companies need to centralize inventory control. It’s imperative to drive agile decision-making by consolidating data across the network, employing advanced analytics, and enabling real-time visibility.

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Tecsys Reports Record Revenue for the Fourth Quarter and        Full Year Fiscal 2024

Tecsys

Tecsys reports record revenue growth in Q4 and FY2024, showcasing strong SaaS performance and financial results. Explore key highlights and financial guidance in this insightful update.

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Using Data & Analytics for Improving Healthcare Innovation and Outcomes

In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, delivering data insights to end users or customers can be a significant challenge for product managers, product owners, and application team developers. The complexity of healthcare data, the need for real-time analytics, and the demand for user-friendly interfaces can often seem overwhelming. But with Logi Symphony, these challenges become opportunities.

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HERE Technologies Launches Software to Optimize Vehicle Delivery Fleets

Supply Chain Brain

HERE's Fleet Optimization package uses artificial intelligence to analyze historical traffic data to map the most efficient routes for fleet vehicles.

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Tracking and Updating: Don’t Lose Your Customer Because Of a Bad Experience 

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Don’t Let Inefficiency Eat Your Bottom Line: 8 Areas to Improve Your Freight Brokerage Area of Improvement #1: Receiving Orders Balancing exceptional customer service with the relentless drive for sales in the freight brokerage industry can be challenging. On one hand, providing top-notch customer service requires time and attention to detail.

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Amazon to Offer Low-Price Online Store to Compete With Temu

Supply Chain Brain

The new section on Amazon's website will sell unbranded items at a fraction of their normal cost, shipping straight from China to the U.S.

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Reducing Back-Office Inefficiencies Today to Scale Your Business for Tomorrow

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

8 areas of Improvement A recent Freight Broker Pulse Report says that freight brokers spend too much time on back-office operations, including invoicing, auditing, collections, and payments. Over half of the survey respondents (52%) report spending 25% or more of their time handling paperwork. That’s 480 hours a year based on the average 40-hour work week.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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FedEx Hints it May Spin Off Freight Division

Supply Chain Brain

FedEx is “conducting an assessment of the role of FedEx Freight in value-creation plans,” it said during Q2 earnings call.

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From Onboarding to Compliance: Creating a Strong Carrier Network

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Don’t Let Inefficiency Eat Your Bottom Line: 8 Areas to Improve Your Freight Brokerage Searching for load coverage is the third area of improvement freight brokers should analyze to optimize their workflow. How your team handles this important task can lead to inefficiencies in daily performance and create pain points for your customers and carrier partners.

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Boeing Chastised for 'Blatantly' Sharing Privileged Details on Door Plug Investigation

Supply Chain Brain

The NTSB says that Boeing's access to information on the investigation into January's door plug blowout aboard a 737 Max 9 has now been cut off.

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