Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Supply Chain & Logistics News Round-Up (October 7th – 11th) This past week, I’ve been playing tourist in London, one of my favorite cities in Europe. I visited the British Museum and paid extra to see their “Silk Road” exhibit. The exhibit featured dozens of items, articles of clothing, and mementos dating back to the era of the Silk Road.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Poor data quality is the Achilles’ heel of supply chain management (see “The Big (Crappy) Data Problem In Supply Chain Management.”) This is especially true for data received from suppliers, logistics service providers, and other external trading partners. How would you rate the overall quality of the data you receive from your external trading partners?
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The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Rishi Mehra and Joe Lynch discuss the transformative power of mapping. Rishi is Sector VP & General Manager of Trimble’s Maps, there, he is responsible for its growth by delivering the locations services, routing, optimization and navigation solutions while building out Trimble’s vision of the Trimble Transportation Cloud. About Rishi Mehra With over 25 years of experience in the transportation and mapping industry, Rishi Mehra has a proven track-record of managing global clients
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Time for action? If you have been dithering about making change for FMCG success, now is the time. With so much chaos around the world and COVID raising its ugly head once more, you will (hopefully) never have such a strategic discontinuity opportunity. What you change for the better now can have a profound effect on the future of your life and business.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 9, 2024
As businesses face tighter regulations on product safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are becoming crucial for navigating these challenges. Today’s regulatory environment requires companies to comply with local laws and international standards that often differ across regions. DPPs provide a streamlined, digital way to document a product’s lifecycle, making it easier to ensure compliance and improve transparency.
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Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 8, 2024
It’s not your imagination if you think holiday shopping starts earlier every year. In the past, holiday shopping season traditionally began on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. In recent years, holiday shopping has creeped earlier in the year. Journalist Ben Kesslen reports a new survey from Bankrate found, “48% of Americans will begin their winter holiday gift buying in October.”[1] The survey found that some shoppers begin even earlier. “Twelve percent of those
BlueYonder
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Category management has reached an inflection point. In a volatile context characterized by rapidly shifting customer demands and expectations, rising prices, strained margins, ongoing supply chain instability, and increasing fulfillment complexity, getting the right product into the right place at exactly the right time is more difficult than ever.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Computer Vision can be used to improve process adherence in the warehouse Flymingo is an Israeli computer vision company that identifies supply chain mistakes in operating processes in existing warehouse camera feeds. This is the only supply chain software company that the industry analyst firm ARC Advisory Group knows where AI Vision is core to the solution.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Douglas Grant (pictured) Managing Director, Conister Bank The post Five ways Rachel Reeves can champion SMEs ahead of the Autumn Statement appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 9, 2024
In this session, we will discuss how supply chains should harness the collective potential - meaning the potential of the individual, the community and technology to drive productivity, business growth and achievement of enterprise objectives.
BlueYonder
OCTOBER 9, 2024
World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on October 10 and is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of mental health. This year’s theme is “It’s Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace.” In this DIVE In blog, Blue Yonder associate and Time to Talk representative Claudia Kraft interviews fellow Blue Yonder associate Dave Rhodes about how his experiences have led him to discover why prioritizing one’s mental health is essential.
Supply Chain Movement
OCTOBER 7, 2024
In the past year, the European Union (EU) has adopted various sustainability directives, such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will affect many companies in the coming years. These directives were drafted and subsequently adopted because of the EU climate targets to be met.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 11, 2024
By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post Projections for Bitcoin Investment Growth and Future Market Trends appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Disruptions in the Red Sea are increasing pressure on supply chain leaders to navigate conflicting priorities to manage budgets and maintain customer satisfaction.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Imagine a bustling port, filled with cargo containers waiting to be loaded and shipped across the world. But instead of swift, efficient movement, operations have slowed to a crawl. Why?
Logistics Bureau
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Procurement has never played such an important role in the increasingly globalised economy. Has procurement fundamentally changed itself in the past 10 years? The answer is yes. Strategic Procurement can mean totally different things in different industries and sectors. People’s pursuit for bottom-line improvement will significantly impact the way we conduct our business in the local market, the efficiency we deliver through the supply chain, and the return we generate from our investment (ROI).
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 10, 2024
By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post How to Quickly and Easily Buy an eSIM for Travelling with ESIM-Man [Guide] appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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Connected devices are emerging at an explosive rate exerting pressure on larger operators; however, some organizations cannot continue to purchase the latest & greatest devices without ramifications. The introduction of automated test technology drives the optimization of supply chain expenditures leveraging forward & reverse logistics paths. Adopting innovative test automation tools addresses these challenges by providing robust solutions for testing the interoperability, performance, & securit
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Most manufacturers believe they're prepared for supply chain disruptions because they have contingency plans in place. In reality, those plans are often fragmented and short-term in focus.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 8, 2024
As someone deeply invested in the field of supply chain management, I’ve had the opportunity to explore and interact with various learning platforms throughout my career. Two of the most prominent platforms for learning in this domain are the CSCP Supply Chain Certification (Certified Supply Chain Professional), offered by the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) , and SCMDOJO , a platform I’ve personally developed to address the gaps I identified in other learning environments.
John Galt
OCTOBER 10, 2024
In this Q&A with Henry Canitz, we explore the obstacles facing food supply chains and the opportunities with supply chain planning technology.
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 7, 2024
By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Benefits of Using Disposable SMS Numbers for Secure Communication | Stay Safe Online appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 8, 2024
In an increasingly unpredictable global market, the ability to adapt quickly and make informed decisions will be key to sustaining efficient operations and meeting growing consumer demand
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 8, 2024
As someone deeply invested in the field of supply chain management, I’ve had the opportunity to explore and interact with various learning platforms throughout my career. Two of the most prominent platforms for learning in this domain are the CSCP Supply Chain Certification (Certified Supply Chain Professional), offered by the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) , and SCMDOJO , a platform I’ve personally developed to address the gaps I identified in other learning environments.
Arena Solutions
OCTOBER 10, 2024
A bill of materials (BOM) is a critical element in product development, providing the blueprint for building a product. It plays a key role at every stage of development, from design and engineering to manufacturing and supply chain management. As a product changes, so does the BOM. But what happens when those changes don’t propagate to all systems?
IT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 10, 2024
By David Jinks M.I.L.T. (pictured) Head of Consumer Research, Parcelhero The post 2024’s severe weather has had major impact on UK transportation & storage companies appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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Measuring innovation success is critical yet challenging for organizations, often leading to confusion over which KPIs to use. Many rely on inappropriate metrics borrowed from other departments, wasting resources and overlooking valuable opportunities. This guide outlines why innovation metrics are hard to track and offers a framework for creating effective KPIs.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Carriers from China to the U.S. and Europe were forced to extract the dubious components, leaving jets grounded and racking up millions of dollars in costs.
Logistics Bureau
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Any growing business will have issues with their supply chain management at some point down the line. Whether it’s a serious logistics problem or something that just needs to be streamlined and optimised, most businesses can improve their supply chain processes – and this is where a logistics service provider can help. So, what exactly is a logistics service provider?
Bristlecone
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Welcome to the 10th edition of the Bristlecone Connected Community ! We hope you’re enjoying staying informed about the latest at Bristlecone. If this is your first bulletin, we’re excited to welcome you to our extended family. As former employees, you’re a valuable part of our journey, and we’re happy to keep in touch – hoping our paths cross again.
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