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When A Cyberattack Takes Down Your Supply Chain Software

Talking Logistics

In a March 2010 article in The Atlantic titled “Cyber Warriors,” James Fallows writes,”[Cyber] attacks — not just from China but from Russia and elsewhere — on America’s electronic networks cost millions of dollars and could in the extreme cause the collapse of financial life, the halt of most manufacturing systems, and the evaporation of.

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What is a Digital Supply Chain Network?

The Network Effect

A digital supply chain network is not simply a collection of systems, integrated and connected by batch processes.

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FMCG Planning - A short history of technology advancement

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

Plan, Plan and Plan Again! All major companies run some sort of ERP to support their business whether they are FMCG, pharma, brewing or indeed anyone who “makes stuff” for Joe Public to buy. Many blue-chips have invested in big name software packages while others may have chosen a cheap and cheerful locally built product. The big name offering is not always the most user-friendly solution but then the made-to-measure option also has drawbacks, usually support and lack of flexibility.

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Artificial Intelligence: Try It You’ll Like It

Enterra Insights

Futurist Bernard Marr observes, “As a species, humanity has witnessed three previous industrial revolutions: first came steam/water power, followed by electricity, then computing. Now, we’re in the midst of a fourth industrial revolution, one driven by artificial intelligence and big data.”[1] He adds, “I like to refer to this as the ‘Intelligence Revolution.'” The intelligence revolution is necessary thanks to the enormous amount of data being generated each day an

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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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Low Prices, Human Costs: Has Online Retail Crippled the Ethical Supply Chain?

Supply Chain Brain

Globally, it's estimated that $161 billion worth of clothing and textiles fall into an area of risk that makes them prone to being produced by forced labor annually.

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Red Sea Delays the 'New Normal' Headed into Peak Shipping Season

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain visibility platform Project 44 estimates that passages through the Suez Canal dipped by 80% between May 2023 and May 2024.

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Momentum 2024: Technology Drives Supply Chain Commerce into a New Era

IT Supply Chain

By Ann Sung Ruckstuhl (pictured) SVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Manhattan Associates The post Momentum 2024: Technology Drives Supply Chain Commerce into a New Era appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Measuring Transportation Vehicle Utilization: The KPIs

SCMDOJO

In the fast-paced world of logistics, efficient transportation is paramount. Every inch of unused space and every minute of idle time translates to lost revenue and a larger carbon footprint. To stay competitive and sustainable, businesses must maximize their transportation vehicle utilization. But what exactly does this entail, and how can it be achieved?

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Innovative Methods for Creating Anti-Slip Vinyl Tile Surfaces

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Innovative Methods for Creating Anti-Slip Vinyl Tile Surfaces 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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Watch: Case Study: An Ambitious Supply Chain Transformation at BlueScope Steel

Supply Chain Brain

Australian steel producer BlueScope Steel was looking for a technology partner to help it achieve end-to-end visibility of its complex supply chain.

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Why Every Small Business Needs a Reliable Backup Solution

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Why Every Small Business Needs a Reliable Backup Solution appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What We Can Learn From F1 Logistics

C3 Solutions

The Grand Prix of Montreal took place recently in our hometown. We had a chance to tag along for a behind-the-scenes logistics tour with DHL , which has the principal logistics contract for Formula 1 around the world.

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Migration to SAP S/4HANA: How Automated Tools Can Save The Day

IT Supply Chain

By By Erik Kaminski (pictured) Feature Article Writer The post Migration to SAP S/4HANA: How Automated Tools Can Save The Day appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Smart Comparative Look at Cloud and Desktop Solutions

The Smart Software

This article provides a comprehensive comparison of IP&O’s cloud and desktop solutions, with a specific focus on their ability to meet diverse business needs and adapt to various operational environments. Our desktop solution has a proven track record of reliability and performance, delivering significant cost savings and improved forecast accuracy for mid-market enterprises and Fortune 500 companies.

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How Logistics Companies Can Improve Efficiency and Visibility in 2024

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Logistics Companies Can Improve Efficiency and Visibility in 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Changing Grocery Supply Chain Landscape

Supply Chain Brain

Today, the grocery industry is facing new challenges in supply chain management. In many respects, the industry continues to face new and ongoing disruptions in the post pandemic era. Most prognosticators acknowledge it is becoming increasingly difficult to predict the future given the continued volatility, uncertainty and speed of change.

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Video Surveillance: How Technology is Making a Difference

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Video Surveillance: How Technology is Making a Difference appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Airbus Warns of Supply Network Shortages- Trims Forecasts

Supply Chain Matters

Commercial aircraft producer Airbus surprised investors this week by warning that multiple supply network component shortages will have an averse impact on the company’s financial performance. The news resulted in a reported 12 percent selloff of the company’s stock and along with added concerns about the industry’s ability to be able to provide timely delivery of new aircraft to global airline operators.

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Menu to Table: Innovations in AI for Restaurant Operations

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Menu to Table: Innovations in AI for Restaurant Operations appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Kinaxis’s Differentiating Approach to Supply Chain Synchronization

Supply Chain Matters

Last week supply chain planning and execution synchronization technology provider Kinaxis conducted this provider’s annual customer conference. This year’s event took on added significance with the announcement of Kinaxis Maestro® the company’s broadened set of AI infused capabilities which will augment the existing Kinaxis RapidResponse suite capabilities.

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Voice of the Supplier Survey 2024

HICX Solutions

Supplier relationships are currently strained as there is a disconnect between what suppliers want and need, and what buying organizations think they want and need – and their ability to support this. However, the importance of providing a best-in-class supplier experience is being recognized as a point of differentiation by more organizations across more industries than ever.

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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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How Can Your Supply Chain Become Even More Resilient?

Logistics Viewpoints

As we kick off the summer of 2024, four years past the emergence of COVID-19, we are still seeing the effects of the pandemic on the world’s supply chains. As supply chain professionals, COVID-19 made us recognize that disruption is a given. From production shutdowns and material shortages to blocked shipping lanes, we now accept supply chain uncertainty as an everyday fact.

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Canada Could Be Next to Hit China With Tariffs on EVs

Supply Chain Brain

Canada will next open a 30-day public consultation period on July 2 to weight responses to any potential tariffs against China moving forward.

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How Logistics Management Software Turned the Tide for Breakthroughs

Loginext

Once flourishing logistics business faced mounting challenges like late deliveries and unhappy customers. Discover how LogiNext's logistics management software with features like real-time tracking and route optimization transformed operations, improved customer satisfaction, and cut costs. The post How Logistics Management Software Turned the Tide for Breakthroughs appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Peru Resolves Chinese Port Spat as President Prepares to Meet Xi

Supply Chain Brain

China’s Cosco Shipping has been building the Chancay port near Lima expecting to be its exclusive operator when it opens in November.

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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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Partner Government Agencies: Key Players in U.S. Imports

MercuryGate

When importing goods into the U.S., Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) work together assertively to guarantee the safety and compliance of your goods. The post Partner Government Agencies: Key Players in U.S. Imports appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Procurement Holds the Currency of Impact

Kodiak Hub

Procurement has always held the purse strings of their organizations.

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When is a Customs Bond Required?

I.C.E. Transport

If you’re importing goods into the USA, it’s important to know the answer to the question: When is a customs bond required? The majority of goods being imported into the USA require a customs bond as part of the entry process.

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