December, 2019

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How to Find Supply Chain Workers Amid a Labor Shortage

AFFLINK

Times are tough for companies looking for supply chain workers. As Baby Boomers retire and more high school seniors are pursuing four-year college degrees, the blue-collar workforce is shrinking , creating a labor shortage. While this is great for supply chain workers looking for a job—they're a hot commodity—the labor shortage is creating a challenge for companies looking to fill positions.

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Top 11 Supply Chain Trends You Need to Know in 2020

River Logic

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Supply Chain Predictions 2020: Uncertainty Demands Resilience

ToolsGroup

It’s been an interesting decade for supply chain: just when you think things can’t get any crazier, a new extreme weather event, political drama or tech start-up pops up, disrupting entire industries. Global supply chains are particularly vulnerable to the changes triggered by these events, including increased regulation, new tariffs and radical shifts in demand patterns. .

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Supply Chain: Learning How to Dance

Supply Chain Shaman

My aged hand drapes the barre on the celebration of Global Ballet day. Dutifully, no matter how bad I performed in the last class, I return to the barre, extend my right hand and start a new class. There is a soothing familiarity to refine moves that defy my capabilities. On these days, like most, my teacher sighs and reminds me to listen harder to the music.

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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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Achieve a Responsive Supply Chain Without Creating Supply Chain Chaos

Logistics Viewpoints

Companies want to be responsive. But they also want to create business plans that give them some level of certainity that financial goals can be achieved. How do you do both? Supply chain planning with the ability to do concurrent planning is one answer. The post Achieve a Responsive Supply Chain Without Creating Supply Chain Chaos appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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You Can’t Play Ostrich with Supply Chain Risks

Enterra Insights

The late George Alfred Carman, a leading English barrister, once stated of acquaintance, “He behaved like an ostrich and put his head in the sand, thereby exposing his thinking parts.”[1] Companies who metaphorically bury their heads in the sand rather than confront supply chain risks are also exposing their thinking parts. According to Bertrand Maltaverne ( @bmaltaverne ), a self-proclaimed Procurement digitalist, a number of companies are poised to get their butts kicked because th

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Sustainability: Part 1 – The Drivers for Global Supply Chain Managers

The Network Effect

The post Sustainability: Part 1 – The Drivers for Global Supply Chain Managers appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Five Ways Your Warehouse Will Benefit From a Supply-Chain Audit

Supply Chain Brain

From grand-scale, end-to-end supply-chain inspections to the examination of discrete warehouses tasks, audits can provide vital data for achieving multiple objectives.

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How Can What-If Scenario Planning Help Plan for Brexit?

Arkieva

In my previous blog, I addressed how what-if analysis can help supply chains when faced with uncertainty. This blog is an attempt to delve into some specific what-if scenarios that could arise due to Brexit. How Can What-If Scenario Planning Help Plan for Brexit? was first posted on December 4, 2019 at 10:50 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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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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2020 Trends to Watch For in Warehouse Management

SnapFulfil

Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said, “The only constant in life is change.” This is certainly true for the retail warehouse environment of 2019, where expectations have been to keep up with shoppers’ shifting purchasing habits, continually tweak fulfillment strategies and invest in innovative technologies such as robotics and AI. It’s been a decade of great evolution for the supply chain, and that evolution shows no sign of slowing down in the ‘20s.

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The Role of Packaging in Improving Product Ratings & Customer Satisfaction

CHAINalytics

When considering an online purchase, what’s the first thing you look at? If you’re like most consumers, user reviews are near the top of the list. Ratings are so valued by shoppers that almost all e-commerce sites use them. Some of the biggest players like Amazon even allow you to sort products by average customer … The post The Role of Packaging in Improving Product Ratings & Customer Satisfaction appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Circular Supply Chains: The impact.

DynaSys

Changing a supply chain near you. In a previous post , I wrote on the emergence of Circular Supply Chain models and, whether we welcome it or not, there is a new future coming soon to a supply chain near you. In fact, for many companies, it has already began. The latest KPMG Survey [1] of Corporate Responsibility Reporting found that 93% of global 250 companies are publicly declaring sustainability and corporate responsibility standards. 67% of these companies now disclose targets to cut their c

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How Procurement can help to drive Supplier-led innovation

ivalua

Alex Saric, Chief Marketing Officer, Ivalua. In today’s competitive business landscape, consumers demand a continuous cycle of new products and services, and the gap between each launch is shrinking. This means companies are under more pressure than ever to innovate at pace. A business’s ability to develop and launch new products that meet customer expectations quickly and profitably is critical to overall success.

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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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How to excel in last mile delivery

DELMIA Quintiq

Sixty-one percent of consumers said the availability of same-day delivery would make them more loyal to a retailer, yet only one percent would be willing to pay for full delivery costs. Retailers are currently charging customers only 80 percent of the overall delivery costs, which happens to be the most expensive part of the retail supply chain. The last mile is also the one part of the supply chain with the most potential for error.

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6 ideas to improve warehouse efficiency

6 River Systems

The efficiency of your warehouse is an integral part of your business. When operations run smoothly, customers get their orders on time, your staff stays safe and costs are kept to a minimum. On the other hand, if your warehouse is inefficient, you can quickly lose money, orders won’t be delivered on time and you’re more likely to experience issues like stockouts.

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In Divisive Times, We’re Still United by the Food Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

The United States as well as the broader world appear more divisive every day. Yet one economic sector — food and drink — helps bring people together. “America is a big place,” writes Mike Pomranz ( @pomranz ). “But according to a recent study out of the University of Illinois, even if you have never traveled around the United States, the food you eat (or at least elements of it) certainly has.”[1] He reports, “A team from the University of Illinois looked at the 9.

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What is Drop Shipping? How does Drop Shipping work?

EMERGE App

Introduction. So you’ve always wanted to establish a business of your own. You have a dream to be independent and to see your business selling a myriad of goods every day, adding great value to your customers. But you don’t have the capital to invest in it, or perhaps you’re reluctant to leave your day job and invest in your own eCommerce company. If you’re that kind of person, then drop shipping is the thing for you.

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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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The More Things Change: 7 Totally Predictable Supply Chain Predictions for 2020

Talking Logistics

We all know the saying: The more things change, the more they stay the same. This is certainly true in supply chain and logistics. I’ve been an industry analyst for more than 20 years and I’ve seen a lot of changes (just to name a few): The evolution from desktop, client-server applications to software-as-a-service, cloud, Read more The More Things Change: 7 Totally Predictable Supply Chain Predictions for 2020.

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What is Predictive Analytics and How is it Used in Supply Chain Operations?

Kuebix

You may be familiar with the term predictive analytics – but have you ever stopped to ask yourself what it really means for your supply chain? Analytics help companies streamline process efficiencies and make sure important trends aren’t overlooked. Regardless of the industry your company is operating in, predictive analytics can help your company interpret […].

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The things we’ve seen, in 2019

DELMIA Quintiq

Here we are, just about to turn the calendar to 2020. As we end the year (and the decade!) we at Dassault Systèmes want to take some time to reflect on our 2019. Our corporate mission is to provide business and people with virtual universes to imagine sustainable innovations. As such, it shouldn’t be a surprise that you’ll see a clear theme about this topic in all we did in this year.

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Airport logistics and the truth behind baggage handling

Kinaxis

by Ilyas Kucukcay. Travelling is my ultimate passion. Even when it’s just a quick trip, setting up a routine in a different city or country helps me to think out-of-the-box as different cultures can have very different aspects of daily living. Walking in the streets of a new city is a perfect workout for my brain as it helps me quickly become familiar with my surroundings and have the full experience.

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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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[PODCAST] End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility: The Always Evolving Quest Driven by Tech

GlobalTranz

Listen to “End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility: The Always Evolving Quest Driven by Technology” on Spreaker. Supply Chain Technology Resources An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management Download White Paper Revenue Growth At The Hand Of Improved Digital Supply Chains Download White Paper The Digital Supply Chain: The Landscape,read More.

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ToolsGroup Named a Leader in IDC Marketscape for Worldwide Supply Chain Inventory Optimization

ToolsGroup

PRESS RELEASE. BOSTON (December 13, 2019) ToolsGroup, a leader a global leader in supply chain planning software, has been named a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Inventory Optimization 2019 Vendor Assessment. ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ supply chain planning software models supply chains with precision and decodes demand uncertainty for reduced cost and increased profitability and planner productivity.

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[Video] Preparing For Brexit: What Supply Chain Leaders Need To Know

Talking Logistics

Arne Mielken, Senior Global Trade and Customs Manager of E2open, discusses the current status of Brexit and how supply chain leaders should respond to the ongoing risks and uncertainties. Podcast version (click to play): The post [Video] Preparing For Brexit: What Supply Chain Leaders Need To Know appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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3 Simple (But Effective) Ways to Modernize Your Supply Chain

The Network Effect

The post 3 Simple (But Effective) Ways to Modernize Your Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.

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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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DELMIA Quintiq World Tour 2019 — Planning in a Disruptive World

DELMIA Quintiq

We’re living in a period of rapid change. Organizations are racing to deliver products, services and experiences at cheaper costs, faster speeds and simpler processes. Consumers are demanding for more sustainable products, less packaging and customized experiences. Every new demand brings a new challenge and potential disruption. In an increasingly digitalized world, how can you improve value chains to compete with other markets and meet the rising expectations of savvier customers?

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Airport logistics and the concurrent planning truth behind baggage handling

Kinaxis

by Ilyas Kucukcay. Travelling is my ultimate passion. Even when it’s just a quick trip, setting up a routine in a different city or country helps me to think out-of-the-box as different cultures can have very different aspects of daily living. Walking in the streets of a new city is a perfect workout for my brain as it helps me quickly become familiar with my surroundings and have the full experience.

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Incoterms® 2020 Are Coming: Read the New Updates

GlobalTranz

Intro to Incoterms® 2020 “The Incoterms® rules were first introduced by the International Chamber of Commerce in 1936 to establish commonly accepted definitions and rules related to the delivery of goods between trading partners worldwide. Since then, ICC has periodically revised the Incoterms® rules to reflect changes in the international trade system.