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Autonomous or ‘Lights Out’ Supply Chain Planning; what is really required?

Supply Chain Trend

If you operate in the supply chain or the planning world, it is hard to not come across terminology like supply chain planning 4.0, ‘light touch’ planning or ‘lights out’ planning. They all rate high in the hype cycle and for good reasons. A lot of technology progress has been made in recent years, and progress continuous at near exponential speed. Autonomous vehicles are driving around everywhere, so why should we not have the ambition to achieve autonomous supply chain planning?

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Why Amazon Prime Day Is More Important than Ever for Small Businesses

Freightos

Over the past 15 years Amazon has paved the way for SMBs to grow , frequently at the expense of other Big Box retailers, like Toys R’ Us, Sears, and A&F, that saw a ten year peak in square footage closings in 2018. With the Amazon marketplace, over one million US SMBs gain on-demand access to a global market. In many cases, these sellers use Fulfilled By Amazon (FBA) for delivery, leveraging the modern world’s easier global sourcing, importing, and online sales to create thousands of global

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3 Lessons Supply Chain Professionals Can Learn From NASA

Supply Chain 24/7

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 moon landing, and as we reflect on this exceptional feat, there are clearly significant aspects such as resilience, agile strategy, and innovation that apply to today's supply chain professionals.

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Sales & Operations Planning Is Changing At An Accelerated Pace

AIMMS

We are flattered to be recognized by Gartner in the 2019 Magic Quadrant for Sales and Operations Planning Systems of Differentiation , especially considerin g that we only launched our configurable S&OP application two years ago. While I’d be first to concede that there are some incredible S&OP tools out there (I particularly admire Kinaxis and OM Partners), it’s incredible that we can play on the same pitch with these large COTS vendors so quickly.

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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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Using Technology to Improve Inventory Management

GlobalTranz

Using technology in the warehouse is one of the most effective ways to improve inventory management and reduce returns. Since returns represent a significant cost to companies, it is imperative for retailers to take steps to improve inventory management and manage returns. Gaining control over returns is easier when systems are in place to automate.read More.

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Enterprise resource planning or best of breed, what is best for IT?

Kinaxis

by Christina Christensen The creative contention over enterprise resource planning (ERP) vs. best of breed (BoB) has become age-old; however, key considerations weighting the equation have changed with the rise of the cloud, better integration tools, and more focus on the impact network solutions have on business transformation and end user satisfaction.

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Sales & Operations Planning Is Changing At An Accelerated Pace

AIMMS

We are flattered to be recognized by Gartner in the 2019 Magic Quadrant for Sales and Operations Planning Systems of Differentiation , especially considerin g that we only launched our configurable S&OP application two years ago. While I’d be first to concede that there are some incredible S&OP tools out there (I particularly admire Kinaxis and OM Partners), it’s incredible that we can play on the same pitch with these large COTS vendors so quickly.

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Artificial Intelligence and Omnichannel Operations

Enterra Insights

Many analysts believe the future of retail rests on the shoulders of omnichannel operations powered by artificial intelligence (AI). James D’Arezzo, CEO of Condusiv Technologies, writes, “Any retailer that wants to be competitive knows it must offer a seamless omnichannel experience to its customers.”[1] At the same time, writes SAS’ Rodney Weidemann, “The impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and cognitive computing — the

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How to Mitigate the Impact of Product Recalls in Your Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Product recalls are a regular occurrence, making the headlines on a monthly, even weekly basis. They affect not only the consumers of potentially harmful products, but also manufacturers, retailers, transportation providers, and others throughout the supply chain. However, with a reliable technology platform and transportation network, shippers can mitigate the impact of widespread issues across supply chain functions and get operations back on track more quickly.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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TMS Data: What Should a Transportation Management System Track?

GlobalTranz

Implementing a TMS opens the door to new insights and advanced reporting capabilities. The right application and aggregation of TMS data empower shippers with the information necessary to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility, understand freight costs, and plan for changes in demand. With approximately 51% of companies likely to use a TMS that resides within.read More.

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Transportation Trends: The Rise of Digital Freight Matching

PINC

As shippers continue to face challenges like the truck driver shortage, capacity crunches, and rising freight costs, digital freight matching helps to fill the gap between the nation’s independent carriers and the companies that rely on them.

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Editor’s Pick: 6 Warehouse Metrics You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from PINC’s blog highlights six warehouse metrics that all companies should be tracking, monitoring, and acting upon.

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The Worst Supply Chain in the World?

SCM Research

Is Cargill the worst company in the world? In their new report, titled Cargill: The Worst Company In the World , the environmental protection organization Mighty Earth argue that this is actually the case: “[W]hen it comes to addressing the most important problems facing our world, including the destruction of the natural environment, the pollution of our air and water, the warming of the globe, the displacement of Indigenous peoples, child labor, and global poverty, Cargill is not only consiste

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Transform Your Supply Chain into a Predictive AI-Driven Knowledge System

Fragmented processes and unstructured data pose significant challenges for supply chains. This whitepaper explores how AI and predictive insights revolutionize supply chain management. By analyzing real-time data from disparate sources, these advanced systems offer actionable insights to anticipate potential issues, improve decision-making, and enhance operational efficiency.

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[PODCAST] The Value of TMS Integration to Other Supply Chain Systems

GlobalTranz

Listen to “The Value of TMS Integration to Other Supply Chain Systems” on Spreaker. TMS Resources to Download How to Implement & Integrate a TMS to Drive Adoption for a Larger ROI Download White Paper TMS Evaluation: How to Evaluate, Select & Build the Case for A TMS Download White Paper Shipper of Choice & read More. The post [PODCAST] The Value of TMS Integration to Other Supply Chain Systems appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 13 – 19)

Logistics Viewpoints

Sometimes things go as planned and sometimes they don’t. However, even when they don’t go as planned, this create a huge business opportunity. In an effort to promote sustainability, many towns and cities, mine included, have begun to crack down on plastic bags in stores. And when I say crack down, I mean they banned them. Other stores, such as Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s offer incentives to customers that bring reusable bags.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 19, 2019)

Talking Logistics

We’re getting ready for a heat wave here in Boston. Temperatures are supposed to reach 100F tomorrow and Sunday. The National Weather Service has issued an “Excessive Heat Warning” for the area, advising residents to take extra precautions if you spend time outside. What do you do in this heat? Go to the beach or. The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 19, 2019) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Business

Enterra Insights

The digital age is quickly becoming the age of artificial intelligence (AI). Why? Because so much data is being generated, only AI systems can analyze all that data in a timely fashion and businesses are beginning to reap rewards from the insights they are gleaning. Pundits have both lauded and decried AI’s pervasiveness. Just how pervasive AI has become in the business world is a matter of conjecture.

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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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10 Steps to Integrate a Transportation Management System to Other Supply Chain Systems

GlobalTranz

After selection and reviewing the expectations during integration, the process of actual integration begins. Unfortunately, attempting to integrate a TMS with other supply chain systems may come with significant challenges, and it’s best you take the planning of integration seriously, even if the TMS provider has what seems an easy integration process.

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The Path to Greatness: Driving a Successful Transformation Across Global Procurement and Supply Chain with Chassis Brakes International

ivalua

The post The Path to Greatness: Driving a Successful Transformation Across Global Procurement and Supply Chain with Chassis Brakes International appeared first on Ivalua.

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Defining the Role of the Corporate Inventory Manager

TradeGecko

The inventory manager is a vital role within a retail operation, eCommerce or wholesale business. They oversee and provide accurate data on available products to make informed decisions on supply chain management and sales. Quite the responsibility!

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Nestlé USA and Enterra Solutions Sign Multi-Year Cognitive Computing Agreement

Enterra Insights

It is with a great deal of pleasure I announce Enterra Solutions ® has signed a multi-year solution-as-a-service contract with Nestlé USA®. The agreement calls for Enterra to provide a next generation analytics and insights platform along with other business applications to Nestlé. Enterra has been working with Nestlé USA for several years and together, the companies have developed and will continue to deploy an industry-leading advanced analytics and insights capability.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Blockchain: Can Food & Grocery Benefit from this Technology?

C3 Solutions

Blockchain can help resolve these problems. It can add transparency, increase efficiency and improve food safety. Together, those three benefits will also help to reduce the tragic waste of food around the globe. Blockchain for the win. By beginning the ledger the moment vegetables leave the ground, data from one end of the food chain to the other can be immutably captured.

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Sprint: Driving Savings and Revenue Growth with Supply Chain Transformation

ivalua

The post Sprint: Driving Savings and Revenue Growth with Supply Chain Transformation appeared first on Ivalua.

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‘Bee Positive’: Building a spirits brand on a mission to save the bees

Provenance

An industry that lacks integrity. “Made using nothing but apples, water and time.” . So says the bottle of Avallen spirits, but in an industry that completely lacks transparency and is not required to disclose nutrition or ingredient information – how do you know what’s actually inside? The drinks space is filled with incredible examples of marketing, backed up by little to no proof.

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Preparing Your Supply Chains for Hurricane Season

Kuebix

If you live or work anywhere along the eastern seaboard of the United States, you know the panicked feeling when you hear on the news that a major hurricane is approaching. Even if you believe that the hurricane won’t hit your town, hurricanes are unpredictable by nature. Grocery stores run low on stock as people […]. The post Preparing Your Supply Chains for Hurricane Season appeared first on Kuebix.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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How Rules of Origin Really Do Make a Difference for Sourcing Practices

Supply Chain 24/7

Supply chain pressures aren’t going away, and as you consider shifting your sourcing practices to manage the uncertainty, be sure to evaluate the origin of your products, including the inputs.

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Cloud Platforms Matter: 12 Reasons Why the Salesforce Platform is Great for ERP

Rootstock

Business leaders already know about Salesforce CRM, the world’s number one CRM platform. But what can the Salesforce Platform do for manufacturers, distributors, and supply chains using ERP? And why is the #1 Platform as a Service (PaaS) ideal for ERP? The answer to these important questions can be found on our new page Learn Why the Salesforce Platform is Great for ERP.

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How H2 PowerTech Accelerates Product Development Across the Globe

Arena Solutions

Today’s high tech electronics products are increasingly complex as they leverage hardware, electronics, and software. To create a single product might involve sourcing hundreds or thousands of components from multiple suppliers. Keeping a grasp on component information, continual product changes, and quality issues is difficult—especially with dispersed teams and silos of information.