PINC
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
By collaborating with universities and colleges, companies can help develop a new stream of supply chain talent that’s ready to take on the present and the future. Blurring the lines between academia and industry has always been the “Holy Grail” for universities that would love nothing more than to have real-time insights into exactly what companies want and need from their supply chain program graduates.
Jaggaer
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Think about how much has changed in the last six months – supply chains halted, delayed orders, even entire business shutting down. Unfortunately, when it comes to macroeconomic disruptions like this, it’s not a matter of if but when. Disruptions are going to strike again – don’t get blindsided. It’s arguably never been more important to have a 360° view of your suppliers than it is right now.
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AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Our recent survey showed that only 17% of organizations make it a priority to invest in innovation. Firefighting is the norm. It can also be challenging to decide where to invest.
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 2, 2020
In my work with clients, customers bandy about the term “customer-centric supply chain.” I find most of these discussions are loquacious, even bellicose, but not actionable. As a pragmatic gal, they make me itch. I have a passion for clear and direct communication. I think that we should earn a five-star rating with customers every day.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
ivalua
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
My journey in Accounts Payable started back in 1998, when I worked on my first Accounts Payable automation solution combining scanning, OCR and workflow. It was a fun project and it felt like the first step towards something more powerful. After this came the next AP Automation project, and ever so slowly, innovation just became the norm, now it’s legacy Invoice Processing.
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CHAINalytics
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
For many companies, COVID-19 has put enormous pressure on existing storage and fulfillment centers. If this sounds about right, you might be wondering if you should invest in a new or bigger or better facility, or improve the one you have. Analyzing variables such as facility layout, racking, slotting, and material handling equipment will give … The post Warehouse Design: How to Extend the Life of Your Facility appeared first on Chainalytics.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Peak season is rapidly approaching once again and always seems to overwhelm supply chains. The upcoming peak season will probably set an all-new bar for future peak seasons to come, especially during uncertainty and the onset of the global pandemic. And ensuring an omnichannel experience for suppliers, businesses, and consumers is paramount for a successful.read More.
AIMMS
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Our recent survey showed that only 17% of organizations make it a priority to invest in innovation. Firefighting is the norm. It can also be challenging to decide where to invest.
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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.
SCM Research
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) has recently published a new report: Risk, Resilience, and Rebalancing in Global Value Chains. The authors show that becoming more resilient does not have to mean sacrificing efficiency. Their research highlights the many options for strengthening resilience. They argue that “[companies] have an opportunity to emerge from the current crisis more agile and innovative.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! The need to create a more decisive competitive advantage and meet the growing demands of e-commerce peak season continue to force evolution in the global supply chain. Among shippers, differentiation in the supply chain rests at the crossroads.read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] E-Commerce and Peak Season: Trends Driving the Industry Forward Through Peak Season appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 2, 2020
With companies relying increasingly on complex global supply chains, their need for verifiable manufacturing ethics and supplier transparency is growing.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 2, 2020
It’s been one of those mornings,one of those weeks, in one of those years. With no time to spare, here is the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Uber Sells Stake in Freight Unit to Private Investors (WSJ – sub. req’d) Now IMO is hit by cyber-attack, as CMA CGM. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 2, 2020).
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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?
ivalua
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Using Invoice-to-Pay to create a top performing Accounts Payable Team. The performance of your Accounts Payable department can have a significant impact on the organization. Recent trends have increased the strategic importance of an effective, transparent Invoice-to-Pay process, managed by AP. Increased outsourcing has made businesses increasingly dependent on suppliers to drive innovation.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Peak season gets more extensive and more demanding every year. And the upcoming peak season is expected to shatter records. As reported by Supply Chain Dive, “2020 has been a slow year for retailers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the upcoming sales are a great opportunity to boost sales and make up for the.read More. The post Inventory System Concern: Should Companies Always Maintain Peak Season Stock?
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Back in the late winter / early fall of 2020, the whole world became intimately familiar with the detailed innerworkings of the supply chain profession.
Arkieva
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
In this blog, we will focus on protecting your investment. The example involves demand variability versus prediction variability and its impact on inventory policy and operational efficiencies. It is loosely based on a real situation from the trenches. Demand Versus Predict Variability – Avoiding a Paint by Numbers Disaster was first posted on September 30, 2020 at 8:19 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.
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
ivalua
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
The post Gartner Supply Chain Symposium appeared first on Ivalua.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The cyberattack is raising concern about disruptions to supply chains already straining to move goods heading into the usual peak season for consumer demand.
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
By Richard Parke (pictured). SVP of Supplier Services at Avetta. The post Staying Connected Protects Mental Health during the Pandemic appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 2, 2020
In a normal year, Amazon launches its Prime Day sales extravaganza in the middle of summer. Well, as we all know, this is not a normal year. So, Amazon had to postpone its annual sale due to the impact coronavirus had on demand and shipping capabilities, with a promise of Prime Day at a later date. Well, the date has been announced. Amazon will hold Prime Day on October 13 – 14, with a heavy […].
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ivalua
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
The post GM Events – Executive Virtual Boardroom – Mitigating Supply Chain Risk and Building a Resilient Enterprise appeared first on Ivalua.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
Overall spending is forecast to drop nearly $1 billion this year in the U.S., but not all sales categories will feel the same pain.
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
By Anthony Chadd (pictured). SVP of Security Business Development, Neustar. The post United Healthcare Services cyber attack: The ceasefire against medical organisations has now eneded appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 2, 2020
Hong Kong’s finance chief pushes for lead role in global supply chain Paul Chan Mo-po, Hong Kong’s finance chief, is pushing for adaptation to a city that has been hit…
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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.
Enterra Insights
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Hindsight — understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened — is important; however, foresight — the ability to predict or the action of predicting what will happen or be needed in the future — is even more important. Companies that had the foresight to embrace online (omnichannel) operations prior to the pandemic have been richly rewarded.
Shipsy
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Why Logistics Management is the Need of the Hour in the Middle East? The global pandemic has caused a ruckus in the economy but logistics has risen as an efficient place of access for consumers with doorstep deliveries and minimum human interaction. The scenario and challenges faced by logistical corporations globally are generally common except Middle East countries, which have uncommon issues such as imprecise locations.
IT Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
By Samantha Kaylee (pictured). Assistant Editor at Crowd Writer. The post How AI Can Counter Cyber Security Threats appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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