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Supply Chain: Top 10 Supply Chain faux pas!

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Morning woes I have just had one of those mornings. I missed the alarm and the 10-minute snooze and from then on everything went downhill. Jumped in the shower for a brief cleanse but then once waterlogged I realised there was no soap, not even a hotel-like sliver. So, soaking wet I get out, but can I find anything remotely soapy? There was no time to waste so the yellowed William & Kate souvenir tablet had to be sacrificed.

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Thriving in a Down Trucking Market with Cyndi Meurrens

The Logistics of Logistics

Cyndi Meurrens and Joe Lynch discuss thriving in a down trucking market. Cyndi is Project Solutions Manager at H&M Trucking , a contract carrier trucking company that specializes in bulk hopper and van transportation of dry goods, bulk ingredients, and hazardous materials. About Cyndi Meurrens Cyndi Meurrens is the Project Solutions Manager at H&M Trucking, a leading contract carrier based in Omaha, NE, specializing in bulk hopper and van transportation, including hazardous materials.

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The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

In today’s interconnected global economy, sustainability within supply chains and logistics has become a necessity rather than an option. Regulatory demands, rising consumer expectations, and global challenges such as climate change and social inequality have made sustainable practices a strategic priority. For senior leaders, understanding and integrating the three pillars of sustainability—environmental, social, and economic—into supply chain strategies is essential.

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“Information is Power”: Blue Yonder Associate Shares His Diabetes Journey

BlueYonder

November is National Diabetes Month. The International Diabetes Federation estimates that 10.5% of people between the ages of 20-79 have diabetes, with almost half unaware that they are living with the condition. More than 90% of people with diabetes have Type 2 diabetes. Blue Yonder associate JR Fuller shares his diabetes diagnosis story and how he has learned to live with the disease.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

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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Optimizing Media Management with Automated Content Recognition

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Optimizing Media Management with Automated Content Recognition appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Future of Smart Buildings: Key Features and Technologies of Modern Platforms

IT Supply Chain

By Ellie Yantsan (pictured) Digital Marketer The post The Future of Smart Buildings: Key Features and Technologies of Modern Platforms appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Warehouse Productivity: A Guide to Smoother Operations in 2025

RFgen

Warehouse operators are under constant pressure to do more with less. You’re expected to ship more orders, faster, with fewer errors — all while managing rising costs and shrinking labor pools. It’s a tough challenge, and if you’re relying on outdated processes and technology, it’s likely costing you more than you realize. Think about it: How much time is wasted hunting down misplaced inventory?

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Reducing Obsolete Inventory: A Practical Guide

SCMDOJO

Excessive and obsolete inventory can cause a business to fail. This is a significant and vital issue. One needs to mitigate these challenges and learn how to optimize inventory. Healthy inventory optimization management can help a company flourish like a wealthy field. That is why optimizing inventory and reducing obsolescence is a necessity. Let’s explore how certain principles can be applied to optimize inventory management: Inventory Management Systems We have a different perspective o

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Airbus CEO Warns on Year-End Aircraft Delivery Performance

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters industry demand and supply perspective we highlight this week’s expressed concern by the CEO of Airbus regarding the achievement of 2024 year-end delivery performance. This is not a new occurrence and is a reflection of ongoing production and industry supply network developments and related challenges. Background One of the most challenging aspects for chief supply chain officers and operational leaders is when the CEO of your organization is compelled to publicly wa

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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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Make a Winning Case for Supplier Risk Technology

Exiger Perspectives

Make a Winning Case for Supplier Risk Technology Persuading executives to invest in supplier risk management technology is a challenge for many procurement and compliance leaders today. A new report from Gartner® helps by meticulously structuring your proposal, highlighting key benefits, and implementing targeted actions to increase the likelihood of approval from stakeholders and decision makers.

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How to Find the Best Local Network Security Company

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post How to Find the Best Local Network Security Company appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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China Restricts Supply of Components to Top U.S. Drone Maker

Exiger Perspectives

China Restricts Sale of Critical Goods to Top U.S. Drone Maker Client Alert Recent Chinese government trade restrictions targeting a prominent U.S. drone-maker highlight the vulnerabilities of Western companies that rely exclusively on Chinese imports for critical goods. Background Skydio Inc., America’s largest drone manufacturer, faces a supply chain crisis after Chinese authorities prohibited Chinese companies from supplying Skydio with lithium-ion batteries and other components critical for

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Kodiak Hub's AI-Powered SRM Secures €6M Funding from Oxx

Kodiak Hub

In a world where supply chain disruptions are the new norm, Kodiak Hub is stepping up to empower procurement leaders and multinational organizations around the world to navigate these challenges with data-driven precision. Today, we’re excited to announce that Kodiak Hub has secured €6 million in funding from Oxx, a leading B2B SaaS investment firm , marking a major milestone in our journey to redefine Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for global procurement and sourcing teams.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

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

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for November 21, 2024

Supply Chain Digest

Forrester on 2024 Holiday Sales. Walmart FC Automation Paying Off Big Time. US Freight Shipments to Fall again in 2024.

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Shipping Emissions in Focus: Ship It Zero Reveals Amazon, LG, Samsung and Home Depot’s Stalled Progress

Logistics Viewpoints

Just in time for the holidays, the Ship It Zero campaign is bringing visibility to the impacts of dirty ocean shipping caused by mega retailers all year round but especially as they ship their goods during the holiday season. The campaign has announced the release of its 2024 Retailer Shipping Decarbonization Progress Reports , which calls upon IKEA, LG, Samsung, and Home Depot to improve their performance by 2025 when the next round of Ship It Zero Report Cards are expected.

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Best Warehouse Automation Tools for Load Planning

C3 Solutions

Warehouse teams have a lot on their plates. One of the biggest tasks is moving inventory. With the e-commerce boom and the push for faster, more reliable deliveries, businesses can't afford to waste time or space. That's where automated load planning steps in—it streamlines the process, making everything more efficient.

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Major Plastics Producers Accused of Greenwashing Their Waste Initiative

Supply Chain Brain

Five major oil and chemical companies produce more plastic in two days than their Alliance’s projects have cleaned up over the past five years.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

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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Choosing the Right Mobile Data Capture Technology for Your Warehouse

RFgen

Ever feel like your warehouse is a black hole where inventory vanishes and data goes to die? You’re not alone. Efficient warehouse management hinges on accurate, real-time data capture. That’s where mobile data capture technology comes in. It’s transforming how warehouses track inventory, manage assets, and streamline operations — all from the palm of your hand.

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Software Company Tracks the Journey of Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Supply Chain Brain

The average Thanksgiving turkey passes through three separate facilities and rides on four different trucks on its typical 760-mile journey from the farm to the supermarket.

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Uncover suppliers’ perspectives on payments: Learn how Taulia Virtual Cards can revolutionize B2B payments

Taulia

This report, “Suppliers and payments: What challenges do they face?”, is based on a survey conducted throughout May 2024 with 1,093 respondents across the globe. The post Uncover suppliers’ perspectives on payments: Learn how Taulia Virtual Cards can revolutionize B2B payments appeared first on Taulia.

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Canada Calls for Ouster of Mexico in Renegotatied Trade Deal

Supply Chain Brain

Canada's deputy prime minister noted that while the U.S. and Canada are "perfectly aligned" on trade with China, "the same cannot be said of Mexico.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

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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In Germany, Forklift Racing is an Important

Supply Chain Digest

Competition for Fastest Drivers Held in October, with US Sending a Team in 20

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Ford to Slash 4,000 Jobs in Europe Over Next Three Years

Supply Chain Brain

Although the EU recently imposed tariffs on EVs imported from China, Chinese automakers have continued to make inroads into the European market.

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Invitation to Tecsys’ Conference Call on December 5, 2024, Covering Second Quarter FY2025 Results

Tecsys

Montreal, Canada — November 19, 2024. Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS) will release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 ended October 31, 2024, on December 4, 2024, after the markets close. Tecsys President and CEO Peter Brereton, and CFO Mark J. Bentler, will host a conference call on December 5, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET to present and discuss the results with the analysts.

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Navigating the ESG Maze: How Businesses Can Stay Compliant and Build Trust

Supply Chain Brain

As companies face growing pressure from governments, stakeholders and consumers, ESG reporting and compliance are at the forefront of corporate responsibility.

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What Makes a Warehouse Worker Happy?

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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Port of Los Angeles Sees Sustained Import Surge Ahead of Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

This year, the LA and Long Beach ports, which together account for roughly a third of all U.S. container imports, have seen their busiest ever peak season.