Top Ten Supply Chain Improvement Resolutions for 2021
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
JANUARY 6, 2021
“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Albert Einstein.
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Let a Cloud WMS Do Your Heavy Lifting
Tecsys
JANUARY 5, 2021
These days warehouse system managers are selecting the cloud as their deployment method, but why is that? Let's look at what makes a cloud-based warehouse management system (WMS) such a compelling option for more businesses. The post Let a Cloud WMS Do Your Heavy Lifting appeared first on Tecsys.
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How POS Data Improves Supply Chain!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 8, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Complexity in the Retail Supply Chain! Get Our EBOOK HERE. POS Data article and permission to publish here provided by Aniko A. Supply chain management involves the conduct of the movement of goods and services. It involves all the procedures that metamorphose raw materials into finished products.
2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 4, 2021
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? Do they have a proven ROI? Are they worth piloting? Or can companies safely ignore them? There are also promising technologies that we expect will deliver great value. But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. Finally, there are technologies that do generate value that few people have heard of.
4 Ways To Drive Supply Chain Excellence in the Food Industry
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The 5 APIs of the Apocalypse with Jeremy Bodenhamer
The Logistics of Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2021
The 5 APIs of the Apocalypse with Jeremy Bodenhamer. Jeremy Bodenhamer and Joe Lynch discuss the 5 APIs of the Apocalypse. Jeremy defines APIs and why they are such a powerful force in ecommerce. Jeremy recently wrote a book called Adapt or Die , a book for small and mid-size retailers that want to compete with the ecommerce giants. About Jeremy Bodenhamer.
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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2021
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 4, 2021
Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the year ahead. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many of these events were either cancelled or reimagined as virtual events in 2020. This year’s list remains a work in progress. Read more Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2021.
Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution – Possibly the Most Important Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 6, 2021
Covid-19 vaccine distribution is headline news across the country. Operation Warp Speed, the umbrella term for the public-private partnership responsible for the development, distribution, and administration of Covid-19 vaccines, is incredibly large, complex, and important to the well-being of the US population. The US government, private entities, and news outlets provide select insights and periodic updates about the Covid-19 distribution process.
Lot Traceability in the Fashion Industry
Logility
JANUARY 5, 2021
Let’s journey back to late 2019 and early 2020. Under the umbrella of Sustainability, key players in the global fashion industry were talking about implementing lot traceability technologies, but in general the timelines were somewhat “comfortable.” There was no compelling event on the horizon. That would change. At that point, “Sustainable” was largely a marketing term, and many fashion brands were using it haphazardly and irresponsibly.
Top 2020 Supply Chain Strategy Posts from the Supply Chain Link Blog
Arkieva
JANUARY 6, 2021
Over the past year, the Arkieva Supply Chain Link Blog provided thought leadership and informative posts on supply chain strategy tips, trends, and news. Here we have compiled a list of our popular supply chain posts from 2020. Top 2020 Supply Chain Strategy Posts from the Supply Chain Link Blog was first posted on January 6, 2021 at 8:03 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Four Questions to Determine the Ideal Supply Chain Technology Provider
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 7, 2021
As we look to 2021, the phrase “prepare for the unknown” has been stuck in my head. Many people over the past few months have used this phrase as a warning, promising that the supply chain world this year will be extremely unpredictable, even when a coronavirus vaccine becomes widely available. This expression could also. Read more Four Questions to Determine the Ideal Supply Chain Technology Provider.
Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution – Possibly the Most Important Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 6, 2021
Source: US DoD. Covid-19 vaccine distribution is headline news across the country. Operation Warp Speed, the umbrella term for the public-private partnership responsible for the development, distribution, and administration of Covid-19 vaccines, is incredibly large, complex, and important to the well-being of the US population. The US government, private entities, and news outlets provide select insights and periodic updates about the Covid-19 distribution process.
Twelve Post-Pandemic Supply-Chain Trends for 2021
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 5, 2021
As vaccines roll out more broadly, and countries begin to get the coronavirus under control, attention will turn to the recovery and a return to normal operations. The supply chain will play an integral role in this effort, and will itself emerge in a different shape, with COVID-19 leaving a lasting legacy on many areas of transportation and warehousing.
Industry 4.0 Success Depends on Cognitive Technologies
Enterra Insights
JANUARY 5, 2021
Like other economic sectors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the manufacturing sector has had to reevaluate past business strategies to ensure they remain on track to survive and thrive in the post-pandemic environment. Nick McGrane, Managing Director at K3 SYSPRO, asserts cognitive technologies (often referred to as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and/or cognitive computing) will play a central role in manufacturing’s future. “Talk of Artificial Intelligence in man
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
What’s Driving ERP Adoption From The Shop Floor To The Top Floor
IQMS
JANUARY 8, 2021
Bottom Line: Gaining greater visibility into how costs, margins, pricing, and production efficiency contribute to stronger financial performance is what’s driving greater ERP adoption, providing greater visibility and control from the shop floor to the top floor. Knowing how solid sales and revenue pipelines are and whether each order can be fulfilled on time is dominating the minds of manufacturing leaders today.
2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 4, 2021
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? Do they have a proven ROI? Are they worth piloting? Or can companies safely ignore them? There are also promising technologies that we expect will deliver great value. But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. Finally, there are technologies that do generate value that few people have heard of.
Slave Labor Discovered Among Brazil’s Top Beef Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 4, 2021
A few feeder farms to some of Brazil’s top beef producers have used slave labor, according to a new report, adding urgency to government and corporate promises to clean up the meat supply chain.
Inbound Logistics: Predictions for 2021
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 5, 2021
By Chris Jones (pictured). EVP Marketing & Services, Descartes. The post Inbound Logistics: Predictions for 2021 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
How to Master Product Portfolio Management
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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.
The Importance of Vaccine Supply Chains | PLS Logistics Services
PLS Logistics
JANUARY 4, 2021
Logistics and transportation powers almost every single industry in the modern economy, including the healthcare system. Transporting medication, hospital equipment, medical supplies, and different vaccines play a crucial role in global health care. Today, medical supply chains and their proper, smooth operation define the success rate of delivered treatment.
How Farmers Can Boost Food Production! (Infographic)
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 7, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Food Waste and World Hunger – The Food Supply Chain is Broken! Boost food production article and the Vertical Farming infographic and permission to publish here provided by Grant Kamperschroer at straightnorth. How often do you think about the global population? There are more than 7 billion people living on our planet, and that number will continue to climb.
Geek+ and Universal Logic Announce Strategic Partnership for Supply Chain Automation
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 7, 2021
Geek+, a global provider of autonomous mobile robots and warehouse automation, and Universal Logic, a pioneer of an AI, machine-control software “brain” for robots, have recently announced a new partnership.
Navigating the “New Normal” in Supply Chains with Next-Gen Source-to-Pay Capabilities
IT Supply Chain
JANUARY 7, 2021
By Shannon Kreps (pictured). Vice President Product Marketing, Medius. The post Navigating the “New Normal” in Supply Chains with Next-Gen Source-to-Pay Capabilities appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization
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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.
Sizing up RSi and Alloy with a company insider
Alloy
JANUARY 6, 2021
In this Q&A with Brian Babbitt , Head of Solutions Consulting at Alloy, we discuss options for consumer goods manufacturers evaluating supply chain management solutions. Brian has spent 10+ years in the retail and CPG industry, bringing a highly knowledgeable perspective to the conversation. He joined Alloy from RSi, where he spent 6 years working closely with clients to drive adoption, create action from retailer data and track the value of using granular POS analytics for decision-making.
2021 : The year of Supply Chain Planning
DynaSys
JANUARY 5, 2021
Could 2020 be the turning point that finally forces professionals and entire industries to reshape their global supply chain model? What are the news trends for Supply Chain Planning in 2021? This last year definitely showed us that today, supply chains are becoming more forward thinking than ever before. The pandemic the world is facing has exposed the weaknesses of many organizations.
3 Best Practices For Effective Vendor Management | PLS Logistics Services
PLS Logistics
JANUARY 4, 2021
Properly organized inbound shipments are vital to successfully operating supply chains. The retailers, distributors and customers heavily rely on the performance of inbound deliveries. For the businesses, the most important concern is the ultimate cost of inbound shipping, which is almost in every case higher than it’s supposed to be. Normally due to the lack of control and visibility, these shipments can consume up to 40 percent of overall freight costs.
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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.
2021 Trucking Trends and Predictions
Freight Center
JANUARY 7, 2021
We’re sure you’re hoping for better things to come in 2021 – we are too! When it comes to your supply chain and small business shipping strategy, and we have some good news to share with you! Although 2020 was a year nobody could predict, the trucking industry faced the challenges head-on and carried its weight well, setting up successes on the horizon on the eve of 2021 that shippers should also be excited for.
Ultimate B2B Ecommerce Guide: Everything You Need To Know
ShipBob
JANUARY 8, 2021
Have you ever stumbled upon your favorite online brand’s products at a brick-and-mortar store? You can thank B2B ecommerce for that. There was a time when B2B companies used to only sell offline and would work directly with suppliers by phone or face to face. Today, the scenario is quite different as 73% of B2B buyers are millennials who prefer the convenience of purchasing bulk orders online.
Navigating Transpacific Carrier Pricing Power in 2021
CHAINalytics
JANUARY 6, 2021
In a recent webinar with my colleague Philip Damas, Director and Head of Supply Chain Advisors at Drewry, we examined the challenges facing BCOs as they prepare to conduct ocean freight bids in 2021. Volatility, tight capacity, and the prevailing pricing power of carriers – these are the obstacles that aren’t easily overcome with basic … The post Navigating Transpacific Carrier Pricing Power in 2021 appeared first on Chainalytics.
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