February, 2022

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The 2022 Chicken Shortage: What the Cluck is Going On?

ToolsGroup

By this stage in the pandemic, most of us have felt the effects of a globally disrupted supply chain and inventory shortages in some way or another. We all have that one item that keeps disappearing from our local market. For me, it’s Coke Zero and mango mochi. While these minor outages go unnoticed by the majority of people, when it comes to the shortage of a staple like chicken, people notice.

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What Industry Leaders Have to Say About Virtual Twins in Manufacturing

DELMIA Quintiq

This blog is based on Dassault Systèmes’ partnership with IndustryWeek on conducting a midyear survey of industry leaders to gain a better understanding of how virtualization technologies are helping them adapt to these changes. Today, change is the only constant, and success depends on the ability to adapt quickly and efficiently. The past year and a half saw manufacturers face unprecedented challenges resulting from global disruptions, to which they responded by repurposing or developing

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Beware the Swinging Pendulum on Supply Chain Inventory Practices

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply shortages resulting in empty shelves or parking lots of WIP inventory represent a spectre causing supply chain leaders to reconsider supply chain inventory practices. Opinion of just-in-time (JIT) as a practice has taken a battering and inventory is rising. Calls are increasing for a return to just-in-case (JIC) policies, with some citing this trend as a risk.

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LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – February 2022

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DEFINING THE ROADMAP FOR FY2022 Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine. In this edition we have several news updates, interesting & enlightening articles and contributions on people & management – topics which are most crucial to the development of the Supply Chain Industry across regions as well as globally. Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine now!

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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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The Network Effect 1: Driving Value Across the Supply Chain Ecosystem

The Network Effect

The post The Network Effect 1: Driving Value Across the Supply Chain Ecosystem appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Amazon Prime’s Price Increase: What it Means for Retail (And Why I’m Rethinking My Subscription)

ToolsGroup

Oh Amazon. Once upon a time, you brought me so much joy. While some orders still delight, a few recent purchases have left me faltering when it comes to your customer experience. And now, you’ve decided to raise the price of my Prime subscription. Is it time to reconsider the subscription I once would have given life and limb for? Amazon Prime’s Price Increase: The Facts at a Glance.

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Bridging the Gap Toward the Factory of the Future

DELMIA Quintiq

This blog features excerpts from the Manufacturing Leadership Journal’s article, “ Leveraging Digital Twins to Accelerate the Journey to Factory of the Future. “ When the pandemic disrupted the operations of manufacturing companies and their supply chains, many organizations were forced to reexamine their strategies. For example, on how to secure business continuity.

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What Makes a Truly Agile and Resilient Supply Chain?

Logistics Viewpoints

Last year, many in the supply chain technology industry were warning companies all over the globe to prepare for the unknown. We didn’t know how long COVID-19-related shutdowns, and the ensuing port congestion and crunch on carrier capacity, would last. It now seems that port congestion and capacity issues will persist throughout the year. There is optimism around the corner, but a sunny outlook isn’t enough; it’s past time for supply chain leaders to transform their supply chains to become more

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The Green Corridor – Optimal Tech for Green Logistics – Making Emissions Visible

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

When I was advised that this month’s LogiSYM Magazine would have some focus on digitization, I immediately thought about the absence of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data in our everyday life. Accounting systems and other operational management systems simply don’t bother to measure waste and in particular, GHG emissions. Because tech investment in most large companies is made over years and years, the ability to accommodate for emissions data is usually something that has to be done outside of

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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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Get to Know Your Transport Organisation, Your Network, and Your Partners

CHAINalytics

Don’t treat transport like a commodity. Transport keeps supply chains moving and customers happy. However, in too many cases, transport is managed as a commodity. As if there was high availability of it, with many alternatives, and competition based primarily on price with little added value. In fact, many transport organisations are managed around that … The post Get to Know Your Transport Organisation, Your Network, and Your Partners appeared first on Chainalytics.

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The Drug Supply Chain Security Act: Enhancing Security and Traceability  

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

The long-awaited final transition of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) will take effect on November 27, 2023. Learn how to prepare.

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Companies That Weathered Supply Chain Issues, and What They Did Best

SCMDOJO

The global supply chain issues has caused a damaging ripple effect extending to every shore on the planet. Traditional methods of manufacturing and moving goods have become less reliable, and in particular companies that have prioritized lower costs from overseas hubs have struggled mightily. The companies that were wise enough to see the calamity coming, however, made the necessary changes to avoid catastrophe.

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5 Ways CPG Companies can Appeal to Conscious Consumers

DELMIA Quintiq

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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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Companies Improve their Supply Chains with Artificial Intelligence

Logistics Viewpoints

Machine Learning, a Form of Artifical Intelligence, Has Feedback Loops that Improve Forecasting. Many large enterprises use one form or another of a supply chain application to help manage their supply chains. Supply chain vendors have been touting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) for the last several years. In the course of updating our annual research on the supply chain planning market , I talked to executives across the industry.

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The Machine Learning Trap or How to Tell if You’ve Got the Right Waiter

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Almost every progress-oriented company wants it right now: artificial intelligence (AI). No, actually everyone wants machine learning, which is almost synonymous for many people. The feeling on the executive floor is often: that’s just the way things are done today, after all, we don’t want to be left behind by the competition. Such a drive may initiate necessary transformation, but sometimes it also obscures the view of the things that are actually needed to move forward.

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Is US Recyling at a Tipping Point?

CHAINalytics

We’re all too familiar with the upending of global supply chains due to various pandemic pressures. But another market is under stress: recycled polymer materials. High demand from environmentally conscious brands is undercut by lagging supplies of post-consumer recycled content. Growing environmental awareness raises recycled material demand There is growing pressure from stakeholders for the … The post Is US Recyling at a Tipping Point?

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Global Supply Chain Impacts of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

In addition to the monumental humanitarian effects, the supply chain impacts of Russia's invasion of Ukraine are already taking place.

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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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Effect of Working With CNC Machines on your Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

CNC machining is also known as just machining and is used extensively in manufacturing and industrial applications. CNC machines use computerized controls and machine tools to cut layers of material to make custom parts. Whether you outsource or buy one, working with one of these machines will greatly speed up your supply chain. How CNC Machines Are Changing Manufacturing as We Know It.

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How AI Will Drive the Future of Auto Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

As the pandemic sent shockwaves through the global economy, the impact was felt across industries. Among the hardest hit sectors, the automotive industry experienced profound disruption, signaling the need for supply chain modernization.

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Manhattan Associates Talks Global Supply Chains, Trends, and Sustainability

Logistics Viewpoints

Last week, I had the opportunity to speak with Eddie Capel, CEO of Manhattan Associates. During our conversation, Eddie and I spoke about the changing nature of global supply chains in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic as well as the continuing surge of e-commerce. I asked Eddie to give his insights on a few key points. First, what is the current state of supply chain technology?

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Singapore’s largest fully automated cold storage at Tee Jia Food Hub

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SSI SCHAEFER On Track to Open Singapore’s Largest Fully Automated Cold Storage at Tee Yih Jia Food Hub in Q1 2022. SSI SCHAEFER, the global leader of warehouse and logistics solutions, and Tee Yih Jia Food Manufacturing Pte Ltd (“Tee Yih Jia” or “TYJ”), a leading frozen foods manufacturer, are set to launch Singapore’s largest automated rack-clad high bay warehouse storage facility in Q1 2022 at Tee Yih Jia’s new $450 million production facility in Senoko – the “Tee Yih Jia Foo

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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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Why Supply Chain Managers And Maintenance Managers Need To Stay In Touch

All Things Supply Chain

A product’s life cycle goes through a long process from inception to delivery. There are many companies, people, and operations involved that make it possible.

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Supply Chain Automation: The Key to Optimizing your Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

As supply chains continue to become more complex, supply chain automation is now crucial.

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Top 15 Tips for Linkedin Profile Optimization

SCMDOJO

LinkedIn like Google is a search engine, the key difference being that it is the ideal tool for your personal branding. In this blog, I will give you my top 15 tips for LinkedIn profile optimization from my experience as a user who has managed to get 57k supply chain followers. I will explain how I have utilized the key features of LinkedIn thus improving your visibility, credibility and appeal to recruiters or companies to collaborate with.

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Watch: You've Got Supply Chain Visibility. So What?

Supply Chain Brain

It's not enough just to know where your freight in transit is. You've got to be aware of multiple aspects of the shipment, says Sam Phillips, senior solutions manager with Here Technologies.

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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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Supply Chain Planning for Dummies

Logistics Viewpoints

S upply chain planning requires constraints to be mapped. This configuration screen shows how Solvyouo maps transportation constraints. Supply chain management has been in the news. Because of the pandemic and resulting product shortages, the topic has never been more discussed. But the intricacies of supply chain management are beyond the grasp of most.

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SYNOPSlS: Your Supply Chain Roadmap IDC’s Predictions for 2022 and Beyond

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Your Supply Chain Roadmap IDC’s Predictions for 2022 and Beyond. IDC Supply Chain FutureScape Webinar. Presenters: Dr Chris Holmes , Managing Director, IDC Insights Asia Pacific. Stephanie Krishnan , Associate Vice President, IDC Manufacturing & Energy Insights Asia/Pacific. Sampath Kumar Venkataswamy , Senior Research Manager, IDC Manufacturing Insights.

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The pros and cons of low code tools for manufacturers

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Every manufacturing organization is striving for continuous improvement, and for that to occur the workforce needs to come with solutions to existing problems. These solutions usually require the usage of software-based technologies that necessitate the participation of IT specialists and developers, resulting in bottlenecks in the deployment of new solutions.