Tue.Jul 02, 2024

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Are Chickens Coming for Your Supply Chain?

Enterra Insights

A couple of years ago, as the coronavirus pandemic was winding down, Bill Gates predicted, “We’ll have another pandemic. It will be a different pathogen next time.”[1] A little over a year later, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus , Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), reiterated that warning. He stated, “The threat of another variant emerging that causes new surges of disease and death remains.”[2] We might not have to wait long.

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AI in manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AI for manufacturers Using artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing can significantly improve productivity, reduce equipment failure, increase production efficiency and help identify new business opportunities. The use and discussion of AI has become common. A 2023 survey by McKinsey reported that 79 percent of all respondents had at least some exposure to gen AI, either for work or outside of work.

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EVs in the UK: Time to turn the steering wheel

IT Supply Chain

By Dr. Henning Dransfeld (pictured) Director Strategy Industry & Solutions, Infor The post EVs in the UK: Time to turn the steering wheel appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Watch: Bridging the Widening Supply Chain Talent Gap With AI

Supply Chain Brain

Artificial intelligence is quite promising in helping supply chain leaders to address the talent gap, says Dawn Andre, chief product officer at Jaggaer.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

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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The Adaptive Enterprise: IDC Guest Blog

QAD

Whether due to the constant drumbeat of disruption or a lack of sustainable practices, manufacturing and supply chain organizations that have long competed in an environment of unconstrained resources now find themselves competing in one that is resource constrained. This has had profound implications for technology and technology-enabled operations and has been a significant driver of digital transformation initiatives.

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Essential Concepts for Successful Responsiveness: Planning versus Scheduling Basics

Arkieva

Understanding the difference between planning and scheduling basics will help achieve responsiveness which is increasingly important in the ever-changing world. Essential Concepts for Successful Responsiveness: Planning versus Scheduling Basics was first posted on July 2, 2024 at 8:36 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Real Estate Compliance: A Comprehensive Checklist

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Real Estate Compliance: A Comprehensive Checklist appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Best ERP Software for Wholesale Distribution and Retail

EMERGE App

My names Ben. Before I founded EMERGE, I started a custom t-shirt printing business while I was still in school. Just like your business, I quickly found that building and sustaining a traditional business is tough work! Conventional wisdom tells you to always be around to manage the business 24/7. However, many business owners like yourself are often doing business development too, traveling frequently to meet customers, and suppliers and being physically away from your employees and business o

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Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency: Innovative Electrical Engineering Solutions

IT Supply Chain

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at UK Linkology The post Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency: Innovative Electrical Engineering Solutions appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

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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Top Takeaways from POLITICO’s Supply Chain Event

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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Upturn in Global Manufacturing in June- Cautionary Signs Prevail

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides readers and clients with a further installment in our global supply chain assessment series in providing highlights on reported June and Q2- 2024 global PMI activity levels. While an upturn in global wide production levels are indicated, many cautionary signs seem evident including input cost inflation and reports of business confidence erosion.

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What is Purchase Order Management? Process & 7 Best Practices

Unleashed

Efficient purchasing is conducive to healthy cash flow. The more effective your purchasing processes, the more profitable your business becomes. Purchase order management allows businesses to track and manage goods purchased for a business, providing accurate visibility over the entire purchasing process and ensuring stock levels are optimised to prevent over-purchasing and underselling.

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5 Companies to choose for Logistics Technology RFP’s (Request for Proposal)

Locus

In the technology sector, Google and Microsoft are locked in a fierce battle, with Microsoft recently gaining a strategic advantage through its integration of ChatGPT. This skirmish is not just about crafting innovative tech solutions; it extends into the logistics industry, where companies compete using advanced technologies to secure a broad customer base and maximize profitability.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

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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Introducing New Center of Gravity Features in AIMMS SC Navigator

AIMMS

Discover SC Navigator’s upgraded Center of Gravity functionality. See how Constrained CoG and Trade-Off Analysis can optimize network design.

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Six Ways Retailers Can Ace Peak Season in 2024

Locus

Peak season is the most thrilling time for shoppers. It’s when festive and holiday seasons drive sales through the roof, accounting for significant annual growth in retail. But for retailers, it also means handling a surge in order volumes. Global online retail statistics predict that e-commerce sales will hit $6.3 trillion in 2024 and nearly $8 trillion by 2027.

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Rise in Cargo Thefts Likely to 'Get Worse Before It Gets Better'

Supply Chain Brain

According to cargo security company Overhaul, there were 38% more cargo thefts in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year.

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Does Your Smart Transportation Strategy Measure Up?

MercuryGate

A smart transportation strategy leverages technology, data insights, hands-on learning, collaboration, and industry best practices. This article explores the concept of “smart transportation.” Further, it reveals how our approach to continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation ensures a transportation management solution that stays ahead of the class.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

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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Asia Port Snarls Spread With Ship Delays Looking to Last Into August

Supply Chain Brain

Singapore, the world’s busiest transshipment center, for weeks has dealt with longer-than-usual lines of vessels waiting for berth space.

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How to Calculate Direct Materials Cost?

EMERGE App

Direct materials cost is the cost of direct material associated with a production unit. Direct material is also referred to as productive material. Direct material cost fluctuates a lot from unstable purchasing conditions and unpredictable manufacturing controls. The manufacturing costs are uncertain as they are affected by production processes and purchases of raw materials.

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PACCAR Parts' Megan Junker Named Woman in Trucking Association's Member of the Month

Supply Chain Brain

Junker is the product director for electric vehicles at PACCAR Parts, having started with the company in 2018 working with dealer groups.

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Jewelry Inventory Software That Makes Your Businesses Shine

EMERGE App

Inventory management is a critical aspect of any business that plays a pivotal role in revenue optimization. Proficient inventory management serves to mitigate overstocking and the costly burden of excess inventory. It also safeguards against the pitfalls of overselling or underselling incase you underestimate your inventory, which can erode customer loyalty.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

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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U.S. to Fight Labor Shortage With New Chips Act Worker Program

Supply Chain Brain

The program will use some of the $5 billion in federal funding set aside for a new National Semiconductor Technology Center.

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Bloomberg: CEO Brandon Daniels Talks About Intensifying Houthi Attacks Impacting Shipping Costs

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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British Ports Say Delays to Wind Projects Could Threaten U.K. Net Zero Goals

Supply Chain Brain

The U.K. has committed to a full transition to net zero emissions by 2050, a timeline the BPA says is threatened by a massive backlog of harbor orders.

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StockTrim Launches Seamless Integration with SkuVault

StockTrim

StockTrim Launches Seamless Integration with SkuVault, Transforming Inventory Management for SMEs StockTrim, a leader in inventory forecasting software, is excited to announce its latest integration with SkuVault, a powerful inventory and warehouse management solution. This partnership is set to revolutionize how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) manage their inventory, combining the strengths of both platforms to deliver unparalleled efficiency and accuracy.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

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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New MIT Research Lab Promises Smarter Logistics

Supply Chain Digest

Intelligent Logistics Systems Lab has AI Centered Research Agenda

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9 ROIs of Adopting an SRM System

Kodiak Hub

Are you interested in adopting a dedicated SRM system but unsure of the value that it will deliver? In this blog, we’re diving into the ROIs that an SRM platform can bring to your organization by driving stronger supplier relationships, operational excellence, and strategic top-line value.

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June PMI from ISM finds US Manufacturing was in Contraction for 19th out of Last 20 Months

Supply Chain Digest

Most Other Measures also Negative