BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In May, thousands of Blue Yonder associates, customers and partners met in Las Vegas for ICON 2023, where we collectively discussed the enormous opportunity that’s presented to us right now as supply chain professionals. We’ll continue that discussion at ICON London , coming up on Oct. 11-13 – registration is now open ! For many years, supply chains have operated quietly in the background, given minimal thought or concern unless something went wrong.

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The Network Effect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

AI is big in supply chain management, but there are places it is ideally suited to, and other areas that are highly problematic. Ranjit Notani explains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Here are 7 considerations when building a TMS a business case, designed to focus on achieving a cost-effective deployment.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply Chain Planning: The Gratifying Career Choice This is that time of the year when many people around me are getting ready to send their children off to college. That, combined with the last two years of massive supply chain breakdowns keep raising a question in my mind from time-to-time. Why don’t more kids want to grow up and solve the complexity of global supply chains?

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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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Arkieva

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, it's a good time to plan your business investment strategy for 2024, and that should include supply chain planning software. Planning Ahead: 2024 Business Investment and the ROI of Supply Chain Planning Software was first posted on September 12, 2023 at 7:55 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Arena Solutions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

A recent Gartner study revealed that 73% of companies that bought an enterprise system regretted their purchase 1. In many instances, they reported that the offering failed to meet their expectations. This buyer’s remorse could have been avoided with more extensive technology and vendor evaluations. Software vendor reference checks can reveal how well the solution lives up to the vision marketed and sold.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Unlock efficient inventory management with ABC classification. Learn the steps, benefits, and use SCMDOJO's tool for quick analysis.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Managers of manufacturing and training operations will need to see a faster ROI if this technology hopes to become a staple of supply chains.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

According to Michigan State University , “demand planning is a supply chain management process of forecasting, or predicting, the demand for products to ensure they can be delivered and satisfy customers. The goal is to strike a balance between having sufficient inventory levels to meet customer needs without having a surplus.” When deciding to strengthen your supply chain infrastructure , the question of roles and responsibilities of demand planning arises.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Kroger said it has achieved “meaningful operational efficiencies” in its supply chain through improved transport capacity utilization and increased productivity in its warehouses and across its network.

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Tecsys

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) represents a pivotal milestone in the pharmaceutical industry, aimed at safeguarding the integrity of the drug supply chain in the United States. As the healthcare sector evolves and the complexities of drug distribution increase, understanding the terminology associated with the DSCSA becomes crucial for stakeholders across the board.

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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Communication is Essential for Supply Chain Leaders I had the pleasure of speaking with Jodie Clarke, Vice President of Procurement at Altria Client Services thisweek. Jodie grew up in Western North Carolina and graduated from Virginia Tech with a Master’ of Science in Crop & Soil Environmental Science. Jodie started out as a contractor at Philip Morris, a subsidiary of Altria, out of graduate school, working in the Leaf division of the company, which sources tobacco for Philip Morris.

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Supply Chain Trend

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Seeing through the AI razzle dazzle Everything seems to be AI these days, which can become overwhelming when you have to think about how it can be used in your industry or business process. All whilst the market is screaming from all directions with their AI message. The AI razzle dazzle will continue. It will probably accelerate. Expect a ChatGPT every one or two years.

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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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Supply Chain Management and Analytics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Fresh produce has a limited shelf life, often measured in days rather than weeks. This places tremendous pressure on fresh supply chains to minimize delays, disruptions, and damage at any stage of the supply chain. The post Delivering Maximum Freshness: What Supply Chains Must Overcome to Deliver on the Consumer Promise appeared first on Solvoyo.

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SphereWMS

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In the dynamic realm of logistics and supply chain management, understanding how to manage warehouse employees effectively is a critical success factor. The warehouse manager's role is pivotal, acting as the conductor orchestrating the symphony of operations that occur within the warehouse walls. This article delves into the intricacies of managing warehouse workers, focusing on the importance of employee engagement, task management, inventory control, and the role of technology in enhancing pro

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply Chain Matters updates readers on breaking news related to commercial aircraft engine producer Pratt & Whitney’s GTF aircraft engine flaws that are subject to added inspections and repairs. Background In early August we alerted Supply Chain Matters , and specifically our commercial aircraft industry readers, of an issue of engine component reliability issues concerning engine supplier Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbo fan (GTF) engines.

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Proxima

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) is still in its infancy, and yet the potential benefit to businesses stands to be great. For the legal industry, there are certainly widespread plans to use AI to drive greater operational benefits. Firms recognize the potential AI has to uproot the traditional way legal suppliers manage their corporate in-house work. Although email, CRM, meeting software, and other transactional technology have helped shape the way business is being conducted every day today, AI has

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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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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply chain shortages have led to frustration at the pharmacy counter for many this year. With critical cancer drug shortages in May and ADHD medication shortages continuing even into Fall 2023, it has been difficult for many to get the pharmaceuticals they need. Now, a new threat may throw a wrench in the already precarious pharma supply chain. By November 27, 2023, pharmaceutical supply chains must comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) by providing increased supply chain visi

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post Unlocking Efficiency and Innovation: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain and Logistics appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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American Global Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply chain management plays a crucial role in the success of businesses across industries. It involves coordinating and integrating various activities, from procurement to production to distribution, to ensure the seamless flow of goods and services. In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, innovation has become a key driver of competitive advantage.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post Exploring the Benefits of Salesforce for Your Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

When it comes to implementing a transportation management system (TMS), a critical mistake many shippers make is setting the implementation budget and timeline based on a software vendors’ average implementation duration estimates. From there, many shippers will end up compounding the impact of this mistake by moving directly into implementation execution without a well-formed planning.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Nicholas Hyett (pictured) Investment Manager, Wealth Club The post UK Labour Market: some signs of weakness but interest rate screw has further to turn appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Digest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post The 9 Best Strategies to Help You Improve Your Finances appeared first on IT 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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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s dynamic Transportation & Mobility landscape, the pressure is on to innovate and provide new experiences for customers. Companies are racing to meet evolving demands, moving from mass production to mass customization and introducing electric, connected and autonomous vehicles to market—all while keeping costs low, embracing sustainability mandates and ensuring operational efficiency.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Correlations can be interesting, even enlightening; however, scientists understand that correlation isn’t the same thing as causation. To highlight that point, Tyler Vigen , a Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), created a site called Spurious Correlations that highlights some interesting, if meaningless, correlations. For example, Vigen shows that, between 1999 and 2009, there was a strong correlation between U.S. crude oil imports from Norway and the number of drivers killed in coll

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The ATA invites everyone to join in celebrating truck drivers by sharing a message on social media, tagging ATA and using the hashtags #NTDAW23 and #ThankATrucker.

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