Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

Way back in 2013, in a post titled “Siri Comes to Enterprise Apps,” I wrote the following: Instead of manually executing tasks with a mouse or touch screen, why not speak them? We already see this in the consumer realm with smartphones, and in the warehouse too with voice picking technologies. It’s only a question. Read more The post Chatting With Your Supply Chain Software appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2024

Locus Robotics Has Introduced a new Robot with a Heavier Payload Historically, a warehouse management system used slotting and waving functionality to optimize the work in a distribution center. Slotting improves picking efficiency by putting the most popular items in locations closer to the shipping docks and at a height on the rack that is easy for a picker to reach.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 1, 2024

In today’s competitive landscape, efficient order management is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. For supply chain professionals, ensuring smooth order fulfillment from click to delivery is crucial for customer satisfaction, business growth, and profitability. This comprehensive guide deepens into order management best practices, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to optimize your operations.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

As retail operations become increasingly complex, the need arises for serialized data capture. That’s where tools like the 2D barcode and radio frequency identification come into play.

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The Smart Software

JULY 1, 2024

Utilities in the electrical, natural gas, urban water, and telecommunications fields are all asset-intensive and reliant on physical infrastructure that must be properly maintained, updated, and upgraded over time. Maximizing asset uptime and the reliability of physical infrastructure demands effective inventory management, spare parts forecasting, and supplier management.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post A Guide to Enhancing Customer Experience Through Efficient Order Management appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Precoro

JULY 1, 2024

Many SMBs feel disadvantaged because they have little leverage in negotiations with suppliers or vendors and can’t secure discounts due to low order volumes. Small companies may also lack the resources to create a dedicated procurement team for proper sourcing and supplier vetting. Group purchasing organizations can be the perfect way for these companies to increase cost savings.

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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?

Optimal Sourcing

IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Battery Management Systems for Electric Vehicles Work appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Loginext

JULY 1, 2024

The pandemic reshaped manufacturing, highlighting the importance of logistics management software. Learn how LogiNext's solutions can help manufacturers overcome challenges like labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and evolving technology needs. The post How the Pandemic Changed Manufacturing and the Role of Logistics Management Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Hot Wallet or Cold Wallet: Where Should You Store Your Crypto Coins? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

Globally, supply chain issues have become a pressing challenge, particularly impacting the manufacturing sector.

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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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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Advanced Techniques and Applications of Metal Lathes in Industry appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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BlueYonder

JULY 1, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving automotive industry that is significantly impacted by macroeconomic challenges, government regulations, geopolitical tensions, software proliferation, and changing customer expectations, optimizing supply chain processes has become crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Southeast Toyota Distributors, the largest independent distributor of Toyotas in the world, has embarked on a remarkable journey of supply chain transformation in partnership with Blue Yonder, to

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post A Beginner’s Guide to Satellite IoT appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain 24/7

JULY 1, 2024

Discover how Reveel's Parcel Shipping Management 2.0 Platform utilizes advanced analytics and real-time insights to optimize logistics costs and enhance operational efficiency for CFOs aiming to streamline supply chain operations.

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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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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post How Small Businesses Can Benefit from Bulk Bubble Mailers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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ShipBob

JULY 1, 2024

Imagine you’re a customer shopping for a new pair of shoes online. Your previous ones are worn out and unusable so you’d like to get a new pair ASAP. You’re trying to decide between two different pairs from two different businesses: one business promises a delivery date in three days and the other doesn’t give a predefined date at all. With all else being equal, which would you choose?

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 1, 2024

This morning’s business headlines feature breaking news regarding the announcement that Boeing has now reached an agreement to acquire aircraft aerostructures supplier Spirit AeroSystems. The reported all-stock deal has a total reported value of $8.3 billion when Spirit ’s net debt is included. Boeing will reportedly offer the sum of $37.25 per share for outstanding Spirit AeroSystems shares.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 1, 2024

Understanding the Risks Associated with Global 5G Infrastructure July 1, 2024 Case Study Challenge 5G infrastructure and technology continue to proliferate across the globe. While the expanding surface area has positive implications for global connectivity and capability, it is accompanied by a potentially larger vulnerability surface area for U.S. Government (USG) organizations operating abroad.

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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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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Starting an Import Business: Essential Steps and Tips appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 1, 2024

Uncovering Foreign Ownership and Influence Risks in Undersea Cables July 1, 2024 Case Study Challenge Department of Defense (DoD) organizations needed to understand risk-assessed companies active in the undersea cable industry and how it would impact the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry associated with the DoD. While DoD equities are naturally exposed to undersea cable risks, it is important for the DoD to reexamine digital security measures for critical data transmission

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 1, 2024

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How the World as We Know it Became Data-Driven appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

According to FreightWaves , the U.S. Supreme Court has made a decision that could help freight carriers challenge regulations more easily. In a 6-3 ruling, the Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, a 40-year-old policy that required lower courts to always side with federal agencies when regulations were unclear.

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Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.

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Stord

JULY 1, 2024

In e-commerce your profitability is made by managing margins. Every step of the process that brings your product from creation to your consumers’ front-door can cut into those margins and reduce your profitability. A brand’s goal is to maximize order value and repeat purchase rate, while minimizing variable product and shipping costs, optimizing ad costs, and keeping overhead costs low.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2024

In June, it was reported that the U.K. government was withholding the approval of a $253 million loan guarantee promised in order to shore up the shipbuilder's finances.

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NFI

JULY 1, 2024

Reading Time: 2 minutes Section 321 is a provision within the Tariff Act of 1930 that allows for the duty-free entry of certain low-value shipments into the United States. Section 321 allows for goods to clear through US Customs and Border Protection on an ACE Manifest.

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