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The Huge Success Factor that’s Overlooked in TMS Projects

3GTMS

So many factors go into a successful TMS project. And by “project,” we mean what happens after the implementation and after the vendor and partners go away. While good project teams and software can get nearly any TMS project live, there’s one huge factor that often gets overlooked in TMS projects: The super user. It’s […]. The post The Huge Success Factor that’s Overlooked in TMS Projects appeared first on 3GTMS.

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Want to hire the next generation? It’s time for a software update.

Kinaxis

by Sarah Harkins Move over, Millennials. Generation Z is entering the workforce this year. The first members of the cohort, born between 1997 and 2012, are ready to be wooed by recruiters, but they aren’t impressed by the free food, ping pong tables and start-up style workspaces that once wowed Millennials. Instead, they want something simpler: state-of-the-art workplace technology.

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What should you look for in AI solutions for procurement?

Jaggaer

A Gartner report published in September 2018, entitled “The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Procurement Software Applications” set out the reasons why many procurement leaders are hesitant about investing in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. The headline reason can be summarized in one word: hype. Based on the Gartner research and our own extensive survey findings, this article discusses what procurement professionals are looking for, and what they should look for in future, to secure

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Where Does Last Mile Go from Here?

Logistics Viewpoints

Omni-channel continues to be one of the hottest trends in supply chain management today, basically touching every software application you can imagine. In order to truly be omni-channel, retailers and brand manufacturers must provide a unified brand experience for their customers. This is true for all three major phases of the customer journey – before, during, and after the sale.

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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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Is Omnichannel Dead, Dying, or Thriving?

GlobalTranz

Omnichannel is everywhere! Omnichannel is coming! Is your organization ready for omnichannel? If not, you are going to go bankrupt. Say some in the supply chain circles. However, is it all true? The omnichannel conversation can be maddening, and supply chain leaders are still struggling to keep up with the demand for omnichannel experiences and.read More.

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Optimizing the RFP process: The 3 key pillars

DELMIA Quintiq

For organizations to truly dominate in an increasingly competitive landscape, planning and optimization are critical success factors. Optimized plans can mitigate – or even prevent – potentially costly and disruptive issues like unnecessary employee overtime, excess inventories and logistics bottlenecks. An organization’s optimization journey often starts with a Request for Proposal (RFP).

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This Week in Logistics News (September 21 – 27)

Logistics Viewpoints

Wednesday September 25, marked the 39th anniversary of John Bonham’s death. Also known as Bonzo or the Beast, Bonham was arguably the greatest drummer in rock n’ roll history. While I may personally be partial to Keith Moon’s overall body of work, Bonzo was immensely talented and a larger than life figure. Bonham was ranked number 1 on Classic Rock’s list of 50 Greatest Drummers in Rock, and Modern Drummer describes him as “the greatest […].

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Final Mile Technology: What Tools Do Freight Shippers Need?

GlobalTranz

How often do you really think about final mile technology? The chances are good that the final mile is often an afterthought, but the likes of Amazon, Walmart, and Target are changing the narrative. As explained by Supply Chain 24/7, technological development has changed the way supply chains operate, and ongoing development will bridge the.read More.

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Editor’s Pick: Bridging the Gap – Advantages of a Digital Supply Chain in a Perpetually Connected World

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 by Gary Barraco from E2open’s blog discusses how the demands of the “perpetually connected” business environment and consumer are.

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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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Ignore Supply Chain Risks… At Your Own Peril!

ivalua

Despite the general consensus that risk management is important, recent studies have found that many companies still have a long way to go and a lot of work to do…. When someone like Elon Musk says that something is tricky, it means something! The examples that Musk mentions in the video show that modern supply chains are becoming more global and more complex.

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Expect Uncertainty for Inbound Shipments into Asia and China

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Geopolitical uncertainties such as Brexit, the China-U.S. trade war, and the trade conflict between Japan-Korea all impact today’s shipping market. A lot of C.H. Robinson’s coverage of these and other disruptions has focused on what it means for companies shipping into North America.

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Probabilistic Forecasting and Confidence Intervals

Arkieva

Historically, most of the key planning and computational activities (models, time series, machine learning, and other analytics) that support extended supply chain management (SCM) are “deterministic models”. Probabilistic Forecasting and Confidence Intervals was first posted on September 27, 2019 at 11:18 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Tropical Storm Imelda disrupts supply chains

DAT Solutions

Tropical Storm Imelda hit the Gulf Coast last week, bringing up to 40 inches of rain to the Houston area, and disrupting supply chains throughout the region.

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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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Hyperlocal: Facing the Future

C3 Solutions

As with any major rethink of a supply chain strategy, adopting a micro-fulfillment model will require proper planning and analysis. Recent survey research shows that only a very few supply chain managers (about 14 percent) are even aware of the option, [14] so it's by reading papers like this one that you and your peers will become familiar with the concept and what it can do for you.

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Editor’s Choice: Brexit Status

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. As the EU puts pressure on the UK Government to put proposals for a new deal in writing within the next two weeks and the Commons leader reported as saying that the Prime Minister was on course to deliver a “fundamentally different” Brexit deal to ensure the UK leaves […].

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Seasonal Flavors Like Pumpkin Spice Add Complexity to Supply Chains Before the Holidays

Kuebix

October is almost here and with it comes seasonal favorites such as apple cider, candy corn and pumpkin spice. With every brand that tries to stay on this theme comes additional supply chain complexities. The chaos of keeping up with consumer demand is already heating up despite holiday season still being a month away! Data […]. The post Seasonal Flavors Like Pumpkin Spice Add Complexity to Supply Chains Before the Holidays appeared first on Kuebix.

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Strong Midwest harvests offset woes in Texas

DAT Solutions

Flooding in the Houston area disrupted the supply chain in Texas and beyond, while strong harvests led to rate increases in several Midwest markets.

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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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Circular Economies to Replace Linear Economies in 10 Years

Material Handling & Logistics

Gartner says supply chain leaders need to move from a wasteful linear model to circular models that reuse and renew.

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Innovation maze

Supply Chain Movement

How can you identify the innovations that will really take your company forward? Both the general media and the trade press regularly feature extensive coverage of the latest emerging technologies: artificial intelligence, machine learning, virtual reality, 3D printing, robotization, autonomous vehicles, smart sensors, the Internet of Things and blockchain.

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturers are Focusing on Direct-to-Patient Distribution

DynaSys

How and when a patient receives their medications continues to change. Traditionally manufacturers have relied on wholesalers because of their ability to navigate regional complexities and their capacity to gain access into the market. This is just one link in a long chain of organizations involved in the distribution process which also includes pharmacies and pharmacy benefits managers (PBM).

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Four Reasons Why Supply-Chain Managers Need Location Technology

Supply Chain Brain

Detailed location technology can have a significant impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chains. Here are four ways in which the technology can prove critical to business operations.

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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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3 Things You Should Know About Hyperlocal Supply Chains

Supply Chain 24/7

This article breaks down what a hyperlocal e-commerce business is and what you can expect to see in the next couple of years.

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Digital Freight Marketplaces (DFM): The Growth of the Tech-Enabled Carrier Space

NFI

Guest Post from David Broering, President, North America Non-Asset When we last visited the topic of Digital Freight Marketplaces (DFM) in 2017, much of our time was focused on the definition of this service along with some observations surrounding what they are and are not related to within the freight marketplace. As we near the. Read More.

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The Biggest Problem with Supply Chain Analytics, and How You Can Fix It

River Logic

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DIFOT: A Metric of Supplier Performance

Unleashed

Delivery In Full On Time, or DIFOT, is a metric used to analyse how accurate and efficient your supply chain is. Your supply chain is the very lifeblood of your business. Without it functioning correctly, your supplies may not arrive in the correct amount or the correct timeframe, severely compromising your ability to meet your customers’ needs. What is DIFOT exactly and how can it be applied?

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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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Tips for How to Overcome the Last Mile Hurdle

RFgen

Last-mile delivery remains a persistent challenge. Technology can help. The last mile hurdle is a classic issue for businesses concerned with logistics and transportation, as well as anyone who ships products. When you have to deliver something, it’s often the very last part of the journey that causes the most difficulty. Parcel Industry cites that an estimated 28% of the total cost of delivery comes from last-mile expenses.

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ICON 2020 is Coming to Denver: 4 Reasons You Should Attend

BlueYonder

ICON – our annual customer conference gathering more than 2,000 global attendees together – is coming to Denver in 2020. Stay in the know about the biggest and best supply chain conference of the year with our blog series that will highlight what’s new at ICON. You can see all the developments as they unfold and get special ticket pricing by following along.

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Why the Diamond Industry Should Leverage Blockchain

Shipchain

There are several different parties involved in securing that diamond that you’re wearing on your finger. And over the years, diamonds have become the most sought-after and expensive stone there is. According to Petragems , inflation brings their value up approximately 4% each year, with an overall 33% increase in value over the past ten years. It’s safe to assume that at some point in your life, you will be buying a diamond or two as well.