ToolsGroup

JUNE 18, 2024

Imagine setting out on a cross-country road trip without a destination. Sure, you might see some interesting sights along the way, but without a clear endpoint, how will you know when you’ve arrived? Now, instead picture the same journey with a specific destination in mind. Every turn, rest stop and fuel stop is planned to get you closer to that endpoint efficiently and effectively.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 18, 2024

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Mike Mulqueen from JBF Consulting’s blog highlights how to maximize your investment in a transportation management system (TMS).

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 18, 2024

“Cost is the new king for consumer products and retail organizations,” declares Tim Bridges , an Executive Vice President at Capgemini.[1] And nowhere is that truer than in the grocery sector. Markets correspondent Emily Peck explains, “Every time Americans go food shopping they feel the sting of higher prices, making the grocery store the place where consumers are most regularly reminded about inflation.”[2] In Part One of this article, I discussed how high food prices could affect

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C3 Solutions

JUNE 18, 2024

Discover why nearshoring is gaining traction in 2024 as companies seek to mitigate supply chain risks. Download our whitepaper for detailed insights!

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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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The Smart Software

JUNE 18, 2024

In this blog, we are steering the conversation towards the transformative potential of technology in inventory management. The discussion centers around the limitations of simple thinking in managing inventory control processes and the necessity of adopting systematic software solutions. The post Simple is Good, Except When It Isn’t appeared first on Smart Software.

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QAD

JUNE 18, 2024

There is a longstanding marketing philosophy reflected in Harvard professor Theodore Levitt’s quote, “Sell the hole, not the drill.” The premise is that as a consumer, the outcome, the hole, is the goal. Accomplishing the goal without the cost or burden of owning and maintaining a drill is often optimal. The Current State of AI for Manufacturing Is the current state of AI for manufacturing a drill or the hole?

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BlueYonder

JUNE 18, 2024

Summary: In retail forecasting, zero-sales events require special attention when training and applying demand models. It is difficult to find out ex post whether a zero-sales-event truly witnesses vanishing demand on a given day (as in “nobody took that product from the shelf”), or whether the predicted product was simply not available (as in “the product was not even put onto the shelf”).

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IT Supply Chain

JUNE 18, 2024

By Stephen Hayes (pictured) Managing Director, Beckhoff UK The post The connected factory appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Resilinc

JUNE 18, 2024

Explore the latest updates to Resilinc’s supply chain risk management solutions, including Collaboration Center 2.0, the Disruption Vulnerability Index (DVI), and more. At Resilinc, we constantly innovate our supply chain risk management solutions to meet our customers’ evolving needs—it’s part of why we’re The Gold Standard for Supply Chain Resilience.

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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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IT Supply Chain

JUNE 18, 2024

By Captain Steve Bomgardner (pictured) Vice President – Shipping & Offshore, Pole Star Global The post Future Proofing Shipping Against the Next Crisis appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 18, 2024

Supply chain planning and execution synchronization technology provider Kinaxis today announced the company’s broadened set of AI-infused capabilities which is being named Kinaxis Maestr o. Noted as a first in its kind, the capabilities combine what is described as a powerful combination of proprietary computational technologies and techniques that support supply chain planning and execution synchronization needs across an extended supply chain.

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Freight Plus

JUNE 18, 2024

Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are key players in safeguarding their organizations’ financial health. With margins tightening and operational demands increasing, CFOs can greatly benefit from actively optimizing freight audits. This is not merely about cost reduction; it’s about strategically utilizing these processes as essential tools for enhancing supply chain resilience, ensuring compliance, and fostering informed […] The post Strategic Cost Reduction for CFOs: Freight Aud

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IT Supply Chain

JUNE 18, 2024

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Key Features of Contract Compliance Management Software appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 18, 2024

To be successful in today’s dynamic business world, creating an effective supply chain that supports your business and customers is essential.

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Freightos

JUNE 18, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home June 18, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 18, 2024

To be successful in today’s dynamic business world, creating an effective supply chain that supports your business and customers is essential.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 18, 2024

Capacity is Growing, but not Enough to Make a Difference Yet, Drewry says

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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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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 18, 2024

To be successful in today’s dynamic business world, creating an effective supply chain that supports your business and customers is essential.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 18, 2024

New Report from The Manufacturing Alliance Takes Detailed Look

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2024

The new whistleblower alleges that Boeing has lost track of hundreds of potentially defective parts, and that those parts have been installed in new planes.

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Loginext

JUNE 18, 2024

Reverse logistics is crucial for eCommerce success. Delivery management software streamlines this process by automating return pickups, providing real-time tracking, and offering robust data analytics. This ensures efficient operations, reduces costs, and enhances customer satisfaction. The post How Does Delivery Management Software Manage Reverse Logistics For eCommerce Businesses?

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In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2024

Kearney's annual State of Logistics report estimates that sea level rise and inland flooding could cost the logistics industry billions annually by 2050.

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Bulk Connection

JUNE 18, 2024

From the foundation of your house to the ingredients in the foods you eat, many of the items you encounter every day started out in powder form. And many of those powders were shipped over the road using dry bulk trailers and equipment, such as those provided and/or arranged by third-party logistics (3PL) professionals. If you’re tasked with bulk powder transport for your business, read on as we break down a variety of elements you need to consider before putting your loads into motion.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2024

With inflation and interest rates at their highest levels in years, along with challenges in labor availability and reliability, it is anticipated that warehouse automation will play a key role for organizations to remain competitive.

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MercuryGate

JUNE 18, 2024

Smart planning and the right tech elevates truck fleet utilization. Find out why MercuryGate’s transportation management system helps fleet managers manage routes, trucks, and budgets on one platform. The post Optimize Truck Fleet Routes and Maximize Every Mile appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Tecsys

JUNE 18, 2024

Montreal, Canada , June 18, 2024 — Tecsys Inc. (TSX: TCS) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 ended April 30, 2024, on June 27, 2024, after the markets close. Tecsys President and CEO Peter Brereton, and CFO Mark J. Bentler, will host a conference call on June 28, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET to present and discuss the results with the analysts.

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Kodiak Hub

JUNE 18, 2024

At Kodiak Hub, we know the power of supplier intelligence to enable faster, smarter sourcing decisions, improve supplier relationships throughout the entire lifecycle, and drive improved performance across the board.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 18, 2024

BR Williams, a leader in transportation, warehousing, and logistics, hosted its 3rd Annual Forklift Safety Event for National […]

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