Tue.Jun 20, 2023

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Grocery inflation has eased to its slowest rate

IT Supply Chain

By Matt Pavich (pictured) Sr. Director, Strategy & Innovation, Revionics The post Grocery inflation has eased to its slowest rate appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Global Agriculture Value Chain

Enterra Insights

Disruptions to the global agriculture value chains are more devastating than disruptions in other supply chains. Sometimes referred to as “soft commodity supply chains,” they are arguably the world’s most important supply chains because we know disruptions often lead to suffering and death. Journalist Jenny Messenger notes, “Soft commodity supply chains of all kinds will continue to face climate change-related turmoil this year, with the most obvious risks being extreme w

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Watch: How 'Tribal' Behavior Sabotages Digital Transformation

Supply Chain Brain

The majority of digital transformation initiatives for the supply chain fail because businesses engage in "tribal" behavior, according to a new book by Klaus Imping and Michael Ciatto.

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Everything you need to know about full fibre

IT Supply Chain

By Kristian Torode (pictured) Co-Founder, Crystaline The post Everything you need to know about full fibre appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity

Learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation. Discover actionable first steps to boost your operations and reduce costs.

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Kinaxis Unveils New Supply Chain Innovations

Supply Chain Brain

Kinaxis highlighted four new product innovations during the first day of its annual customer community conference, Kinexions, which began on June 20.

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The Shop Floor Workforce is a Critical Component to Supply Chain Effectiveness

QAD

In the world of modern manufacturing, the importance of an efficient supply chain cannot be overstated. A well-functioning supply chain ensures that a company has the right materials, at the right time, in the right quantities, to meet customer demand. However, achieving this level of efficiency can be challenging. One area that is often overlooked is the impact that the plant floor can have on overall supply chain performance and success.

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The Goldilocks Solution: Why You Should Choose a Challenger Vendor from the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems

Tecsys

Why the Challenger Quadrant in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems Might Be Your Goldilocks Solution.

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How can SPs keep their youngest customers happy?

IT Supply Chain

By Hamish White (pictured) CEO, Mobilise The post How can SPs keep their youngest customers happy? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Ocean Freight: Key Trends & Planning For Peak Season 2023

Ware2Go

See the latest insights on ocean freight rates and other trends that fast-growing businesses should know about to plan for 2023 peak season. As fast-growing businesses turn their attention to upcoming holiday demand, Ware2Go has tapped our internal experts and the latest industry data to create insights around what to expect and how to plan for peak season.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Delivery Personas: How Consumers Really Think About Home Delivery

IT Supply Chain

By Chris Jones (pictured) EVP, Descartes The post Delivery Personas: How Consumers Really Think About Home Delivery appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Semiconductor Unpredictability: Prescriptive Advice for Business

Supply Chain Brain

When the next super cycle hits, the basic problems of the global supply chain will not be resolved, and most likely the market will lag for several more years.

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Don’t Stop Pivoting To Digital: The Tech Parts Of Your Business That You Can’t Afford to Neglect

IT Supply Chain

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post Don’t Stop Pivoting To Digital: The Tech Parts Of Your Business That You Can’t Afford to Neglect appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Can Smaller Manufactures Navigate Competitive Pressures with SaaS?

Arkieva

In the fiercely competitive landscape of manufacturing, companies with revenues ranging from $50 to $250 million often find themselves under pressure from both smaller and larger competitors. This article explores the competitive pressures faced by manufacturers in this revenue range and provides insights into effective strategies for mitigating these factors.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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Why cloud connectivity doesn’t have to be complicated

IT Supply Chain

By Anthony Lobretto (pictured) Senior Vice President of Connectivity, 11:11 Systems The post Why cloud connectivity doesn’t have to be complicated appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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AI to Remove All Human Touchpoints from Supply Chains

Supply Chain Digest

Technology to have Transformative Impact of Freight Sector

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3 Common Logistics Outsourcing Mistakes

Logistics Bureau

I’ve seen these mistakes from organizations more recently than in the past. I have been helping people for over 30 years, it’s concerning to see these errors occurring more frequently quite often now. What exactly are these mistakes and how can you avoid them? To get all the answers, make sure to watch the full video to enhance your knowledge and improve your strategies!

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Supply Chain News on Driving more Circular Economy Action

Supply Chain Digest

Technology can be Key to Changing Current Dynamics

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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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5 Steps to Achieve Warehouse Picking Optimizations That Save Time and Money

IT Supply Chain

By Bill Denbigh (pictured) Vice President of Product Marketing, Tecsys The post 5 Steps to Achieve Warehouse Picking Optimizations That Save Time and Money appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Why the Challenger Quadrant in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems Might Be Your Goldilocks Solution

Tecsys

Why the Challenger Quadrant in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems Might Be Your Goldilocks Solution.

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How to Use AI in Your Supply Chain: Unlocking Efficiency and Mitigating Risks

Locus Robotics

By Kary Zate In today’s fast-paced and interconnected business landscape, companies face numerous challenges in managing their supply chains effectively. From the need for precise demand forecasting to disruptions caused by unforeseen events, businesses must stay agile and proactive to remain competitive. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a potentially powerful tool, offering the potential to revolutionize supply chain operations.

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Data Fortification Unleashed: Empowering Businesses to Safeguard & Master their Valuable Digital Assets

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Data Fortification Unleashed: Empowering Businesses to Safeguard & Master their Valuable Digital Assets appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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Mitigating the cost of human error in yard and dock operations

C3 Solutions

Every day, an astonishing number of goods traverse docks and yards around the world, forming a massive logistical challenge that demands precise coordination. This intricate task involves managing a multitude of variables, including scheduling dock activities , tracking and locating vehicles, managing inventory, and communicating with numerous stakeholders.

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Amware Fulfillment Named to Georgia’s “Fast 40” List of the State’s Fastest Growing Companies

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

The Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth® (ACG) just named Lawrenceville, Georgia-based Amware Fulfillment as one of Georgia’s fastest growing companies. Members of the Fast 40 list lead the pack in the state in terms of revenue and employee growth over the last 3 years.

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How to De-Carbonize Freight Transport via Repeatable and Scalable Actions

Supply Chain Brain

Shippers looking to lead the transition to electrification can begin investing in the required assets and infrastructure today.

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Tecsys Positioned as a Challenger in 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems

Tecsys

Tecsys Positioned as a Challenger in 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems

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The 25 Types of Innovation Dominating R&D Today

Innovation varies widely across sectors and organizations, creating value in diverse forms. Understanding different types is crucial for R&D teams to foster creativity and uncover missed opportunities. This guide explores 25 key types of innovation in management frameworks.

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Global Chip Race Touches Off Spending Spree, Led by Intel’s $50-Billion Campaign

Supply Chain Brain

Combined, the U.S., EU, Japan and India have committed more than $100 billion in subsidies to attract the likes of Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing and Micron.

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Creating value out of interoperability mandates with an API marketplace

Axway

We’ve all seen that amusing poster at a local business: “You can have it Fast, Good, or Cheap – Pick Two.” Today’s landscape feels much the same to healthcare CIOs and CTOs working to modernize their IT.

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Eden Green is Set on Fixing America’s Produce Sourcing Problem

Supply Chain Brain

Nine times out of ten, people on the East Coast are eating lettuce that has traveled more than 3,000 miles, a problem Eden Green is trying to fix.