Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In a July 2024 survey of our Indago supply chain research community and Alpega customers, almost three quarters of the respondents (72%) said that integrating a large “open network” of vetted and trusted carriers with a transportation management system (TMS) would be either “Extremely Beneficial” or “Very Beneficial.” That’s not surprising given that the transportation.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 28, 2024
According to research by Ernst & Young LLP, the global consulting firm, as the Covid crisis recedes, supply chain executives are losing the strategic gains they made with their C-suite counterparts. During and immediately after the pandemic, supply chain leaders were in an unfamiliar position: they had the attention of top management and a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make their supply chains more agile and resilient.
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IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
By Edward Hutchison (pictured) Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems The post Retrofitting advantage for order picking appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Instead of worrying about things that they can't directly control, manufacturers must address what’s happening on the factory floor.
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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.
Tecsys
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The implementation of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) has once again been delayed, with new deadlines stretching into mid-2025. While this extension offers breathing room for the pharmaceutical industry, it highlights persistent challenges in achieving traceability and security throughout the supply chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Understanding the Staff Augmentation Model appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) is an established industry process that aims at finding a balance between demand and supply and streamlining cross-functional collaboration. Procurement People should learn the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Process. Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post How Sustainability & Decarbonization Consulting Helps the Transition to Renewable Energy & Net-Zero Operations? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog provides both perspectives and self-rating observations regarding our January 2024 published Research Advisory- 2024 Predictions for Industry Global Supply Chains. We do so because of our long-standing business principal that predictions should not be that of a social media or corporate focused marketing conversational tool to drive eyeballs.
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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?
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Hedgify Helps Protect Sourcing Margins appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In today’s competitive business landscape, optimizing supply chains is crucial for achieving operational efficiency and cost reduction. While inventory management and logistics often take center stage, another critical component that significantly impacts supply chain performance is fixed asset management. Fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and vehicles, are essential for businesses to operate smoothly.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Organizations navigating increasingly complex global networks have discovered that integrating sustainable practices has multiple key benefits. Sustainability can drastically slash waste, streamline operational efficiency, and even improve employee engagement.
Bristlecone
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The Future of Supply Chain Integration with SAP and Next-Gen Technologies Download Case Study The post The Future of Supply Chain Integration with SAP and Next-Gen Technologies appeared first on Bristlecone.
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
Taulia
OCTOBER 28, 2024
How, why, and when to use virtual credit cards for your business A virtual card is a digital payment method that can be used in the same way as a traditional credit card. But alongside the benefits of physical credit cards, like high payment security, virtual cards have a range of additional features that make them uniquely valuable to businesses looking to improve payment controls, accounts payable (AP) efficiency, and working capital management.
Bristlecone
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Transforming CPG and Retail Supply Chains with the Power of Generative AI Download White Paper The post Transforming CPG and Retail Supply Chains with Gen AI appeared first on Bristlecone.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
As we navigate this year’s peak season, several factors are making it unusually challenging, especially for the healthcare industry.
ShipBob
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Shipping costs can quickly eat up profit margins for ecommerce businesses. With everything else involved in running an online store, finding ways to reduce these expenses can feel overwhelming. However, securing discounted rates can dramatically improve profitability. For brands looking to grow and scale, minimizing shipping costs not only improves margins but helps businesses remain competitive.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Federal health officials believe that the E. coli likely came from the raw slivered onions inside the Quarter Pounder.
FLEXE
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Karl Siebrecht, Co-Founder and CEO of Flexe, recently spoke with Dr. Zac Rogers, who explained how the LMI tracks logistics activity and sentiment, providing valuable data for understanding the industry's health.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Seattle-based Basel Action Network sounded the alarm that more than 800 tons of electric arc furnace dust were being illegally transported after the group received a tipoff.
Supply Chain Digest
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Elon Musk Says Operating Cost below Diesel Trucks
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The issue of automation at ports – both in terms of physical equipment and data management – remains at the heart of disagreements between the two sides.
Loginext
OCTOBER 28, 2024
LogiNext’s MumbaiHacks 2024 broke the Guinness World Record for the largest Generative AI hackathon with 1,460 participants. The event showcased AI-powered solutions for social good, finance, entertainment, and SaaS, positioning Mumbai as a global hub for tech innovation. The post LogiNext Sets Guinness World Record appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The German automaker also plans to downsize its remaining plants, reduce worker salaries by at least 10%, and freeze pay raises for the next two years.
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Supply chain leaders readily agree that industry differences exist in planning. Similarly, debate rages on the differences between regions. Industry differences trump regional definitions, but there is little recognition of the supply chain planning requirements by company size in the discussions. When it comes to defining solution success, mapping the requirements based on company size is more important than industry or region.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Another $4.6 million will go toward six terminals within the Port of Long Beach, as well as the city's Port Police Division and the Long Beach Fire Department.
Precoro
OCTOBER 28, 2024
According to Gartner , 88% of procurement leaders have significantly increased their focus on supplier collaboration over the past 24 months. So, how can companies strengthen their supplier relationship management and see real improvements in practice? In this article, we explore what SRM software is and discuss proven strategies for efficient partnerships with suppliers.
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