Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, we look to the events that took place this year to help us prepare for bringing in the new year. Much like the last five years, 2023 brought significant challenges for the various players in our global supply chain — from labor strikes, continued port congestion and more — Read more The post 2023 Recap – Through the Lens of Supply Chain appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog provides an overview of our 2024 annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains. Looking Back- Themes and Perspectives in 2023 In our published predictions for 2023 published in January, our overall theme for industry and global supply chains was stated as a: Year of Adaptation, Realignment and Response to Economic and Geopolitical Forces.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Most corporate survival strategies are crafted to help businesses withstand any number of unanticipated supply chain disruptions. But how many are poised to profit from times of adversity?

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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 18, 2023

By Florian Haarhaus (pictured) International General Manager at NAVEX The post You’re only as strong as the weakest link in your network appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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AIMMS

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The post How can the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) trigger a redesign of your supply chain network? appeared first on AIMMS.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the publishing of our latest recorded podcast episode: Assessing the Business Value of LLMs and Chat GPT- What Should Businesses and Supply Chains Anticipate in 2024 and Beyond. Our invited thought leader guest for this episode is Fred Laluyaux, a thought leader on the future of work and the CEO of Aera Technology , a technology provider transforming the future of work leveraging Decision Intelligence.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Everyone knows, during the holiday season, that the Christmas tree is the undisputed king of festive greenery. Nevertheless, walk into any store selling live or artificial plants during the holiday season and you’ll soon recognize that the poinsettia is the queen of festive plants. People seldom think about the supply chains that make those items available.

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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By Mark Morley (pictured) Senior Director, Product Marketing, OpenText The post Business Network & Supply Chain Trend Predictions for 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 18, 2023

More than 100 supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and procurement professionals gathered in Houston to discuss the challenges and opportunities in today’s post-pandemic landscape.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2023

I’ve always said, if you’re in supply chain management, you’re in the risk management business. You have your typical risks, like natural disasters and labor strikes, with the latter becoming more prevalent this past year. As reported by Kate Bronfenbrenner in the Wall Street Journal, “As of Oct. 31, there were 354 strikes in 2023. Read more The post Top 10 Talking Logistics Posts in 2023 (Plus Indago & Other Highlights) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2023

BOSTON – December 20, 2023 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, and NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, have announced a new global partnership that will expand opportunities for organizations to make smart, efficient supply chain digital transformation decisions, supported by leading AI-driven technology and industry expertise.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The retail sector continues to endure tectonic shifts as business landscapes and consumer behaviors change. First, there was the so-called “retail apocalypse,” then came the pandemic, which was followed by inventory challenges, inflation, and an economic slowdown. Supply chain journalist Helen Atkinson observes that all of these changes are going to separate winners from losers.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As the landscape of supply chains grows increasingly complex and data-driven, the role of artificial intelligence becomes more critical in streamlining procurement processes.

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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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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As supply chains go digital, bad actors are evolving their fraudulent tactics. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated remote work and digital transformation across industries — driving efficiencies but also leaving vulnerabilities. In logistics, those vulnerabilities are particularly glaring given how quickly the industry had to transition to online processes.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 19, 2023

ToolsGroup’s sprawling partner network celebrates a history of collaboration and innovation while springboarding into the next generation of AI-powered supply chain transformations. BOSTON – December 19, 2023 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, welcomed members of its partner ecosystem to the ToolsGroup/Engage Alliances Summit 2023 in Vienna, Austria.

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Creating new opportunities and enabling manufacturers to address the ever-changing disruptions is the new norm for solution providers. As the year closes, let’s look at how Arena, a PTC Business has provided customers with new and enhanced product lifecycle management (PLM) and quality management system (QMS) solutions to manage change, disruption, and tackle complex product development.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The concept of a “supply chain” was born out of the creation of the assembly line, dating back to the early 20 th century. Each function, from planning to delivery, had its place. And if everyone did their part, just like a well-oiled machine, you could expect high margins and growth. It worked so well that as we modernized our supply chain management, introducing technology and automation to help us move faster and smarter, the foundation was still tied to the original linear, siloed, rigid app

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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By Art Nichol (pictured) Chief Technology Officer at Windstream The post As Business Risks Escalate, the Case for IT Managed Services Strengthens appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Arkieva

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Effective demand planning positively impacts everything from production to inventory, distribution to marketing—and all steps in between. 8 Things that Should be on Every Demand Planning Wish List was first posted on December 19, 2023 at 7:51 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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QAD

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Amidst the joyous buzz of the holiday season, we bring you a whimsical yet imaginary case study that peeks into Santa’s Workshop. Join us as we envision how Santa Claus can harness QAD Import Management, using cutting-edge technology to transform the legendary workshop’s operations and help bring holiday cheer! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE North Pole — December 21, 2023 — In a groundbreaking announcement, Santa Claus, the beloved figure of holiday cheer, has revealed that he’s added a touch

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EMERGE App

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Inventory management is a tough task, especially when you’re starting out. Though having practical knowledge is great, but sometimes theoretical knowledge can come handy. There are lots of inventory management books available which can help you understand basics, but I am here with the list of best books in the market. Inventory management books really help us in establishing the basics, concepts, and visualization of the inventory management , and give insight to the common problems and their s

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New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2023

London-based Supply Chain Digital editor Sean Ashcroft covers the launch of Amazon’s AWS Supply Chain and quotes a number of experts, including New Horizon’s Chao-Ming Ying. The post LinkedIn Reacts to AWS Supply Chain: Too Narrow in Scope? appeared first on New Horizon.

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Tecsys

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Looking to reduce labor costs in your supply chain? Improving order accuracy is a key strategy that can lead to financial benefits, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Find out how in this informative blog post.

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QAD

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Change may be constant, but I, along with the other Auto Supply Chain Prophets, are committed to helping people see and prepare for the future with data-driven insights. A great example of this, if I’m being honest, is the UAW-Big 3 strike. When Shawn Fain took the helm of the UAW in March with a pledge to renegotiate contracts, we knew change was in the air.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Have you ever been so busy you wished you could clone yourself? What if you could? What would you have your clone do first? In addition to that miles-long to-do list (expense reports – ugh), what could your clone do or learn that could help you work smarter or avoid unnecessary pain? As an identical twin, I can speak firsthand to the power of having your own clone.

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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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IT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 21, 2023

By Steve Beda (pictured) Executive Vice President, Trax Technologies The post Shippers: Don’t Forget Scope 3 Compliance in Your Peak Season Transportation Spend appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the world of manufacturing and maintenance, effective spare parts management is essential for maximizing equipment uptime and reducing costs. Making sure the correct spare parts are easily accessible when needed can greatly boost profits and how well it operates. Yet, handling spare parts can be tricky and needs careful planning and execution. In this detailed guide, you’ll delve into the most effective ways to manage spare parts.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The transportation and logistics industry is still lagging far behind other sectors in taking basic steps toward automation of manual processes.

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