Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In this Supply Chain Matters commentary, Editor Bob Ferrari cites a recent Gartner report addressing the notions of elastic supply chain strategies. Background Many of our loyal Supply Chain Matters readers might know that this Editor rarely cites Gartner’s supply chain research reports. The reasons are many and stem from my assessment of the overall quality and experience levels of Gartner’s SCM focused analysts.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The cloud has emerged as the cornerstone of modern business and supply chain innovation. From retail and food and beverage to manufacturing and life sciences, companies from a wide variety of industries are realizing the benefits of the technology, revolutionizing how they operate, collaborate, and generate value. Yet, many manufacturers still rely on outdated, self-managed ERPs – and the consequences are nothing short of severe for every supply chain they touch.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

An oft-quoted marketing truism is: “People don’t want quarter-inch drill bits. They want quarter-inch holes.” The source of this quote is unclear. The late Harvard Business School professor Clayton M. Christensen credited another HBS Professor, Theodore Levitt, as the originator. The staff at Quote Investigator (QI) reports the earliest strong match for the adage occurred in an advertisement in a Somerset, Pennsylvania newspaper in 1942.

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Tecsys

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

With the AHRMM24 Conference in Columbus coming up soon, hundreds of healthcare supply chain professionals are busy reviewing which sessions to attend. With more than 80 speakers across five specialized knowledge tracks, there is quite a variety to choose from!

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This guide delves into the critical challenges faced by today's supply chain industry and explores how optimized transportation planning can overcome obstacles to create a more efficient and streamlined supply chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

SCALE allows the U.S. to weigh supply chain risk across the economy, and then provides an in-depth diagnostic assessment of what's driving those issues.

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Loginext

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Supply Chain Visibility Software offers real-time insights to optimize operations, reduce disruptions, and cut costs. This guide explores its key features, benefits, and trends, helping businesses adapt to modern supply chain challenges. Learn how AI and predictive analytics can transform your logistics and improve customer satisfaction. The post Supply Chain Visibility Software: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Exiger Perspectives

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

DPW Amsterdam - Keynote session The Missing Ingredient: Why AI Unlocks Procurement’s World-Saving Potential. Days Hours Minutes Seconds Until keynote with Exiger CEO Brandon Daniels Free Livestream Save your seat Think big is the mandate for growth. But when you add AI into the equation, moonshot mindset is more fitting. That’s just the mentality we’re preparing for at DPW/Amsterdam.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

It’s increasingly difficult to forecast demand accurately in today’s volatile, disrupted environment. Smart planning teams are turning to artificial intelligence. Has there ever been a more challenging time to accurately predict demand? Today, supply chain planners must contend with inflation, high interest rates and other economic forces that influence consumers’ buying behaviors and preferences.

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Exiger Perspectives

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Table of Contents Security is essential in nearly every aspect of supply chain management , from protecting business communications and supplier data to verifying software components and raw material sourcing. Making security a priority at all levels of the organization — or establishing a culture of security — can boost compliance and resilience while adding a competitive advantage.

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The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.

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Jaggaer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Let Tech Take Care of the Tech, Let Humans Take Care of the Human Rapid technological evolution can be intimidating, even for the most tech-forward companies. With the acceleration of Artificial Intelligence and its role in our world and how procurement functions, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by both the possibilities and the risks. But the only way out of fear is through it, and when you get to know the tech, generative AI will transform procurement processes and create highly inspired procu

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Exiger Perspectives

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

FedRAMP Moderate Authorization of Exiger Federal Cloud Reflects AI Company’s Commitment to Meeting Highest Security Standards in Supply Chain Risk Management WASHINGTON, DC. SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 – Exiger , the market-leading supply chain and third-party risk AI company, announced ­that Exiger Federal Cloud has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) Moderate Authorization.

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In my last article and post I covered the topic of distribution performance, specifically the topic of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or Metrics.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Precoro presents our latest series of product updates. Please feel free to explore at your leisure or navigate directly to the updates that most interest you: Easily transfer unspent budget amounts to future periods Automatically calculate invoice due dates based on payment terms Effortlessly create custom orders from requisitions Simplify document numbering with unique legal entity codes Improved notifications for QuickBooks integration disconnections New Shipping item type Suppliers and Items

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Connected devices are emerging at an explosive rate exerting pressure on larger operators; however, some organizations cannot continue to purchase the latest & greatest devices without ramifications. The introduction of automated test technology drives the optimization of supply chain expenditures leveraging forward & reverse logistics paths. Adopting innovative test automation tools addresses these challenges by providing robust solutions for testing the interoperability, performance, & securit

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Sales and operations planning is experiencing both a renaissance and a revolutionary transition, thanks to rapid technological innovation and the aftermath of the COVID-19 epidemic.

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Demand Driven Technologies

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Even if they don’t know it, the notion of a decoupling point is very familiar to your favorite pizza chef. Last week I made a call to the excellent pizzeria near my house to order two pizzas. But wait a minute. There’s a menu of 25 different pizzas, that’s a lot of different ingredients, and.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

China’s directive comes at a time most major Chinese carmakers are looking to localize manufacturing so as to avoid tariffs on Chinese-made EVs.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The purchase and deployment of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software can be some of the most expensive, yet most important initiatives that a company can execute. I have had the opportunity to witness and be a part of a number of successful large IT projects in my career, but I will also admit that I have witnessed a couple that weren’t so successful.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The union is pushing for a 7% wage increase over a 12-month period, as well as an additional €170 ($188) per month for new trainees.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Almost exactly 1 year ago, I wrote an article for Talking Logistics regarding my top tactics for estimating TMS implementation duration and budget. Readers seemingly latched onto this single statement with some skepticism: “…the quantity of integrations is the #1 driver of implementation duration and cost.” The Impact of Integrations on TMS Implementation While I.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Other Louisiana shipping hubs forced to close by the storm included ports in Plaquemines, Cameron, Lake Charles and Houma.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Call smaller warehouses finally afford the automation they need to complete with larger operators?

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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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