Sat.Oct 10, 2020 - Fri.Oct 16, 2020

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How TMS Supports Contactless Supply Chain Initiatives

Supply Chain Collaborator

Like most transformative innovations in supply chain automation, the end state – in this case, a completely touchless supply chain – is an aspirational goal. And while technology is already being leveraged toward achieving the goal of contactless supply chain, it is an incremental process. Here’s what TMS technologies companies like UltraShipTMS are already delivering and how these incremental steps bring us closer to the ideal.

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Industry 4.0 is Here. Where are You?

Enterra Insights

Revolutions can take years to unfold. Such is the case with latest industrial revolution. Gjoko Muratovski, Director of the Ullman School of Design, explains, “The world is being changed in many new ways. The Covid-19 pandemic that has placed the entire planet on hold is just one part of this disruption. Another less dramatic but equally important change is also taking place in the midst of it all: the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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Industry Trends in High Technology Manufacturing & Operations

DELMIA Quintiq

High Tech remains one of the most vibrant, innovative and fast paced industries in the world. Even with global disruption from COVID-19, demand for products has remained positive, albeit with far less predictability! As consumers, we continue to drive this demand for new products and experiences and the challenges for companies to keep up have become extreme: Sudden shortages of supply and supply chain networks Increasing regulatory pressures New form factors and integration into other products

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How Do You Plan for the Unpredictable? Advice for Supply Chain Planners in 2020

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup’s GM of North America, David Barton, sat down for a video interview with Robert Bowman, managing editor at Supply Chain Brain , to share anecdotes and advice for supply chain planners in a year no one could have planned for. What are your customers experiencing this year in the wake of COVID-19? For some businesses, demand is soaring. For others, demand has fallen off almost completely.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Hexion is Blazing New Trails to Improved Profitability by Optimizing Agility

Logistics Viewpoints

Many companies have a sales & operations planning process. If S&OP could be adhered to, it would maximize profitability. But it can't. Hexion is implementing a sale & operations EXECUTION process to improve agility while preserving profitability. The post Hexion is Blazing New Trails to Improved Profitability by Optimizing Agility appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Take Back Control and Build the Resilient Supply Chain

Logility

You can’t control circumstances, but you can control your response. Take charge now to ensure the best outcomes later. We just wrapped up Disruption RX, a virtual supply chain summit designed to help companies rebound from unplanned shocks to their digital supply chain. Logility, Demand Solutions, and NGC customers, industry experts and thought leaders gathered to discuss how businesses can run smarter and faster with innovative technology that drives growth and boosts profitability.

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[WHITE PAPER] How to Create an Evolving Peak Season Shipping Strategy

GlobalTranz

Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! Keeping freight spend under control and maintaining logistics visibility has always been a top priority for supply chain leaders going into peak season. Unfortunately, peak season costs continue to soar. For 2020, peak season costs are likely to.read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] How to Create an Evolving Peak Season Shipping Strategy appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 10 – 16)

Logistics Viewpoints

As Boston sports fans, we have become accustomed to duck boat parades. Since 2000, the city has hosted 12 rolling rallies for major sports championships, including 6 for the Patriots, 4 for the Red Sox, and 1 each for the Celtics and Bruins. And if not for a few heartbreaks along the way, that number could easily be 15 or more. This year, unless the Patriots are able to pull off some magic, we will […].

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Editor’s Pick: 9 Ways to Save Money on Truckload Shipping

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 Kuebix’s blog highlights nine ways companies can save money on truckload shipping. Keeping freight costs down while maintaining.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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ToolsGroup Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory Now Available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace

ToolsGroup

Microsoft Azure customers worldwide now gain access to ToolsGroup Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory to improve forecast accuracy and customer service levels, while reducing investment in stock. BOSTON, USA-October 15, 2020-ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, today announced the availability of Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Microsoft Azure.

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Technologies That Power Automated Freight Management

GlobalTranz

There are many ways that technology is launching the supply chain industry into the future. One of which is converting to automated freight management. Some of the technology behind this movement are robotics process automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, and software-as-a-service (SaaS). Of course, there are hundreds of technologies that power automated shipping.read More.

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Oracle Live: Cloud SCM for Speed and Agility

Logistics Viewpoints

The Oracle Live: Cloud Applications event highlighted the supply chain function due in part to the extensive supply chain disruptions caused by the global coronavirus pandemic. A key premise, global supply chains have depended on a certain level of predictability that is no longer available. This requires a multidimensional value framework that places increased emphasis on supply alternatives, risk exposure, tariffs, and channel complexity.

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7 Steps: How to Reduce Costs Through Supply Chain Network Optimization

River Logic

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

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

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ToolsGroup Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory Now Available ?in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace

ToolsGroup

Microsoft Azure customers worldwide now gain access to ToolsGroup ?Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory to improve forecast accuracy and customer service levels, while reducing investment in stock. BOSTON, USA—October 15, 2020—ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, today announced the availability of Supply Chain Forecast | Inventory in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Microsoft Azure.

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Insight from Applied Statisticians for Forecasting: Is It Worth the Effort and the Mirage of Random Variation

Arkieva

In this blog, we will illustrate through an example of these potential pitfalls (unanchored, random variation, and narrow metrics) and potential negative impact on a firm. Insight from Applied Statisticians for Forecasting: Is It Worth the Effort and the Mirage of Random Variation was first posted on October 14, 2020 at 8:09 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Editor’s Choice: How IT Can Lead Supply Chain Transformation

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. Today’s article is from Kinaxis. Outdated software isn’t just a headache to manage. It’s a business blocker. In a moment when unpredictable shifts in the flow of goods to consumers has dominated headlines, supply chains have become a driver of competitive differentiation for companies, with 65 percent believing their […].

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Prescriptive Analytics: A Conversation with Joe Bellini

The Network Effect

The post Prescriptive Analytics: A Conversation with Joe Bellini appeared first on The Network Effect.

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4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry

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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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 16, 2020)

Talking Logistics

So far this year, I’ve spent over 160 hours on a bicycle, traveled 2,744 miles, and climbed almost 155,000 feet. The best statistic, however, is $26,034: the amount our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team has raised for JDRF this year, despite all of the challenges caused by the pandemic. It’s still not too late. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 16, 2020).

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Supply-Chain Automation: A Vision That’s Becoming Reality

Supply Chain Brain

This three-step approach to automating tasks can improve operational performance throughout the supply chain.

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Artificial intelligence for sales and procurement planning: fundamental success criteria

All Things Supply Chain

I am often asked whether Artificial Intelligence can help to achieve better sales forecasts and procurement planning.

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GIS: Everything You Need to Know

IT Supply Chain

By Marcel Gogan (pictured). Senior Software Developer. The post GIS: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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COVID-19 drives five retail supply chain trends

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The business disruption caused by COVID-19 has resulted in four out of five (82%) retailers changing their approach to stock management and is driving five retail supply chain trends. This is according to a new report from logistics company Advanced Supply Chain Group (ASCG), which shows how the pandemic has caused stock management issues for 92% of retailers.

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Building a Supply Chain That's Ready for Anything

Supply Chain Brain

Traditional supply-chain strategies that prioritized efficiency and razor-thin margins over agility won’t work anymore. Brands must now prioritize resilience.

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ShipChain CEO Featured on SupplyChainBrain and Supply Chain Insights Podcasts

Shipchain

SupplyChainBrain and Supply Chain Insights are two of the most reputable names in the industry. Check out their exclusive interviews with CEO John Monarch. ShipChain CEO John Monarch Interviewed on the SupplyChainBrain Podcast. ShipChain CEO John Monarch recently sat down with Bob Bowman, Editor-in-chief of SupplyChainBrain , for an episode of the SCB Podcast.

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Holiday shopping season is already upon us – Can networks cope with the surge in online shopping?

IT Supply Chain

By Jamie Jefferies (pictured). VP & GM of EMEA at Ciena. The post Holiday shopping season is already upon us – Can networks cope with the surge in online shopping? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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How Consumer Behavior is Changing

Enterra Insights

Although history, for the most part, advances predictably, occasionally events, like the COVID-19 pandemic, come along to reset history’s course. Some analysts refer to this as a paradigm shift. When such a reset occurs, people start asking a lot of important questions. For example, Anil Kaul ( @anil_kaul ), co-founder and CEO of Absolutdata, asks two fundamental business questions: “What will consumer behavior and profiles look like in the new normal?

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Creating More Resilient Global Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Here's how to reassess short-, mid- and long-term global sourcing and production strategies.

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We’re hiring a Digital Communications Executive (also accepting Freelance applications)!

Provenance

Provenance is using tech to power the transparency movement – helping brands bring their supply chain and the social and environmental impact behind products to shoppers, enabling more conscious, fair, and low-impact consumption. We are looking for a digital communications executive with excellent copywriting skills and an eye for good design to join our growing team working across our brand and retailer clients and on the Provenance brand.