Procurement Academy

MARCH 12, 2020

Companies around the world are grappling with how to deal with a potential Coronavirus outbreak. Here’s what they’re doing, and how it could affect their workers – various organizations have already taken precautions like restricting travel to affected countries or big international conferences. Some employees have been asked to stay home because they visited a… The post Pandemic Response – Can we use it as an opportunity to upskill?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2020

Supply chain leaders often interchangeably refer to both a warehouse management system and an inventory management system as one and the same. However, systems used to manage inventory refer to the combination of technology, including hardware and software, for the following: Product identification Product matching to orders Data analysis Product labeling and management Documentation Reporting The use.read More.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 11, 2020

Part 2 of a 3-Part Series on Airports by Isaac Benzaquen and Jerry Schwinghammer. Tomorrow’s airport cannot be achieved with yesterday’s solutions. With today’s old airport technology, the challenges will be difficult to overcome. In all the pressures an airport is experiencing it is important to see these challenges as an opportunity to significantly change for the better.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

As I flew to Dallas, I worked on this post. Before boarding the plane, I watched a traveler pull a diet Coke from the bin and thought about the struggle to source sweetener with the rise of COV-19. As I poured the dog food into the bowl for my pups, I wondered if I was going to have to switch kibble due to the looming issues of sourcing taurine—a health additive in many pet foods.

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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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River Logic

MARCH 12, 2020

A production planning and control definition has two elements:

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 9, 2020

Technology is playing a growing role across the transportation management landscape, especially in the third-party logistics (3PL) and freight brokerage markets. On the one hand, you can argue that technology is disrupting the status quo. On the other hand, you can argue that it’s helping to level the playing field. How is technology helping brokers, Read more How Technology Helps Freight Brokers Remain Competitive in the Market.

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C3 Solutions

MARCH 12, 2020

The business case for dock scheduling software will make or break C-Suite approval for the investment. Unfortunately, the rise of thousands of software vendors and the proliferation of random information on the internet leaves CFOs suspicious of any new system. At the same time, CFOs have a responsibility to improve cost management and save the business money, and dock scheduling software is in the perfect position to achieve these results.

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River Logic

MARCH 10, 2020

According to Supply Chain Digital Magazine, many manufacturers are falling behind with more than two-thirds of them being unable to provide data-driven analytical information to support their business decisions.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2020

Take a moment to think about the state of last-mile logistics in the last year. An argument does exist for the continued support of last-mile innovation and a relentless push to build better customer experiences within the final mile. Unfortunately, supply chain professionals can get so wrapped up in the logistics of the final mile,read More. The post Trends in Last-Mile for 2020 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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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?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2020

Start making your contingency plans for coronavirus immediately. Here are 20 things to keep in mind. The post Start Planning for the Coronavirus Now! 20 Things to Keep in Mind appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logility

MARCH 13, 2020

Everyone is working hard to figure out how to stay safe, what is going on, how to minimize the impact to our personal lives and the companies we work for, and to plan for the future. Over the last few weeks, I have spoken with several of our customers as well as industry analysts from ChainLink Research, Gartner and IDC to gain some additional perspective on how the supply chain is coping with this quickly escalating risk.

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The Network Effect

MARCH 9, 2020

The post The Coronavirus and the Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 11, 2020

The leading inbound freight trends for 2020 reveal a stronger push to improve inbound logistics efficiency and lower barriers to inventory management stress. Shippers that take time to understand these trends can position their organizations for success. 1. Strategic Partnerships With Suppliers Will Dominate the Industry With the coronavirus well entrenched in supply chain disruption,read More.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2020

The current coronavirus outbreak is an example of an economic shock that elevates uncertainty and complicates forecasting. ARC European analysts Florian Güldner and David Humphrey conducted a thorough scenario analysis on the potential impact of the corona virus on automation markets and supply chains. This analysis provides a useful framework for. The post Logistics Technology Market Forecasting Under Uncertainty appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Kuebix

MARCH 10, 2020

Artificial intelligence, virtual reality and robotics have all become hot topics when it comes to the future of the supply chain. Advanced robotics are already being utilized in warehouses around the world. As robots continue to prove themselves through real-life applications, this field of technology is on course to solidify its presence in warehousing.

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SCM Research

MARCH 7, 2020

Today we celebrate International Women’s Day. This occasion gives me the opportunity to talk about the fact that our academic discipline is largely dominated by men. In a recently published analysis, Babbar et al. (2019) identified the top 50 SCM authors world-wide based on a measure of publication score. It turns out that less than 10 out of these top 50 authors are female.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 10, 2020

Listen to “Case Study_How Freight Tech Innovation Provided Efficiency & Reduced Freight Costs” on Spreaker. Freight & Logistics Technology Resources 2020 Strategic Freight Management Trends Download White Paper 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.read More.

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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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Talking Logistics

MARCH 12, 2020

Every day, the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve. Thousands of lives worldwide have been disrupted, and there’s no way to measure the human toll. Alongside that is the incredibly difficult task of measuring supply chain effects throughout the rest of the year. Manufacturers, distributors and retailers are trying to understand what this will mean for.

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ivalua

MARCH 11, 2020

As we entered the new year, many of us no doubt set personal resolutions (64.6% of adult Americans according to a recent survey ). Lose a few pounds. Save a little more each month. We do the same at work, typically in the form of MBOs. For Procurement leaders, that typically translates into saving a few percent here. Improving efficiency by some level.

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Demand Solutions

MARCH 9, 2020

2020 has been a wild year for supply chains all around. With all of the changes and global shocks, it’s important to pay attention to what’s going on in order to help prepare your business for the future. Here are some trends to pay attention to in 2020. Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain Planning. Artificial intelligence has been a big buzzword in business circles for several years now, and it gets more powerful every day.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 12, 2020

Finding the correct warehouse management system (WMS) for your operation must be based on assumptions about the specific industry. Even though Walmart and Amazon have found paths that work for them, these paths may not translate into feasible strategies for your organization. However, the right WMS will provide key benefits to the warehouse, workforce, transportation.read More.

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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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QAD

MARCH 10, 2020

Blockchain, a technology famous for its application in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is being explored by automakers as a way to improve security in increasingly connected vehicles. As the average car gets closer to being fully connected, electric, and/or autonomous , there will be a corresponding increase in the need for a more evolved database to match – and blockchain is shaping up to be the answer.

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Arkieva

MARCH 10, 2020

A common question is how to best manage safety stock for critical raw materials that are critical to the production of the exit product. Safety Stock for Raw Materials – A view from the trenches and importance of community intelligence was first posted on March 10, 2020 at 9:20 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 12, 2020

The sudden and widespread onset of the coronavirus affected the global economy and global supply chains in significant ways. Whether you quote Robert Burns (“The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry”) or John Lennon (“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans”), people understand life finds a way of getting our attention.

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Americold

MARCH 9, 2020

We asked our Proposal Manager, Iesha Jenkins, to share some of her BDPs for developing a first class RFP process - read on to find out more. Benefits of a Request For Proposal (RFP). Developing trustworthy relationships with your vendors will ensure a true, mutually beneficial partnership where you both win. Your vendor will support you with the services you need and you’ll pay a fair price for them.

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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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QAD

MARCH 12, 2020

The Swiss Confederation became independent from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499. A constitutional government replaced the Confederation in 1874. Switzerland has a history of neutrality and was not involved in either of the two world wars, but it has continued to strengthen ties with other countries. Although the country is a UN member, and became a member of NATO in 2002, it retains its commitment to neutrality.

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Provenance

MARCH 9, 2020

Shoppers now expect brands to offer environmentally-friendly packaging, but choosing between all the options can be overwhelming. Here we’ll show you how best to navigate the right approach for your brand. ?? Want to learn how you can stand out in the beauty industry through communicating your sustainable choices? Join our webinar on 18th March 2020.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 11, 2020

When most people think about the retail sector, they think about front-end selling. Without the back-end supply chain, however, retailers would have nothing to sell. Melanie Tymm, Head of Pre-Sales at Maginus Software Solutions, writes, “It used to be a lot simpler. Manufacturers would supply retailers, who would then resell the goods to consumers — therefore dealing with complaints or queries from the end consumer.

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