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Four Steps to Managing Supply Chain Bottlenecks and Constraints

Supply Chain Brain

By removing bottlenecks in the supply chain, companies can reduce inventory and operating expense, while enhancing throughput and overall effectiveness.

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Understanding the Salaries in Supply Chain Management

SCMDOJO

Are you considering a career in supply chain management? Curious about the salaries to expect? Look no further! In this article, we will explore the wide range of salaries in supply chain management, from entry-level positions to executive roles for each region. Supply chain management is a rapidly growing industry. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods from production to consumption.

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The world is an anthill

Supply Chain Movement

Since the COVID-19 pandemic and the start of the war in Ukraine, with the ensuing geopolitical tensions, the entire world seems to be balancing on the brink of chaos. Global supply chains are also pretty unbalanced due to a succession of bullwhip and domino effects. On top of this, linear supply chains need to transform into circular ecosystems because of the need for companies to become more sustainable.

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5G Holds Great Promise Across the Supply Chain, but Challenges Remain

Logistics Viewpoints

5G promises high bandwidth, low latency, and massive IoT device connectivity. For industry, the ability to better connect machines, objects, and devices is what is driving excitement for this technology. Patrick Arnold, a research analyst at ARC Advisory Group, says that suppliers of industrial solutions are responding by investing in new product design and incorporating 5G into their portfolios. “5G” is the 5th generation mobile network.

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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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Improve Supply Chain Planning Decisions with AI and Expert Systems

John Galt

Learn the fundamentals of how AI in supply chain planning software enhances decision automation and improves decision-making.

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5 Ways Outsourcing Warehouse Services to a 3PL Can Save You Money

Kanban Logistics

Warehousing services are a key component of virtually any business that handles a physical product, but it takes time and money if you choose to manage the function internally. Fortunately, outsourcing warehouse services to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider can offer substantial cost-saving benefits for your company. 5 Ways a Warehousing 3PL Can Save You Money Reduce people costs Labor is one of your largest logistics expenses.

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Are You Caught in Word Salad Dribble?

Supply Chain Shaman

I try to post weekly on this blog. As I do, there is a guy on LinkedIn– let’s call him John– that replies to most of my posts. His comments are the same–he feels that I identify problems but do not adequately define the solutions. He wants answers. Fair enough I say… I do as well. However, getting there is not easy. When I read his comments, I feel beat up, but I try to shake it off.

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Supply Chain Services Headcount Reductions Continue

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters highlights added reports of headcount reductions occurring across various supply chain industry services sectors. UPS Cutting Upwards 12,000 Management Level Jobs Parcel and supply chain specialty services provider UPS announced today plans to trim upwards of 12,000 jobs in 2024 as a result of a protracted decline in business volumes along with the consideration of increased use of advanced technologies.

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Supply Chain Digitization: What, How, and Why?

Supply Chain Brain

The continued application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to supply chain digitization efforts will ultimately enable the holy grail of the autonomous supply chain. How? Read on to find out.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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Stringent Reporting Regulations Require Data Integrity

Logistics Viewpoints

As regulations across the globe strengthen, the pressure to collect, report, and organize emission-related metrics has never been higher. This added responsibility for companies will have lasting effects on business operations, corporate partnerships, supply chain logistics, compliance requirements, and data integrity. Structure Your Data for Seamless Reporting Most reporting statutes already require or will require companies to provide data for their Scope 1 through 3 emissions.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 2, 2024)

Talking Logistics

There is a butterfly in my neck.It’s been keeping me up at night, feeding off me, and making me anxious. It’s the beginning of a poem, or a horror story, or perhaps a romantic comedy. I don’t know where it’s going yet, what words will come next, but that’s what makes writing so interesting, so. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 2, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Happy Groundhog Day

Supply Chain Shaman

On February 2, in a small town in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania on Gobbler’s Knob, an unsuspecting furry Groundhog is plucked from a burrow to predict the weather for the rest of the winter. When the groundhog sees his shadow, the belief is that North America will experience an additional six weeks of winter. In contrast, if the groundhog does not see his shadow, the forecasts is for an early spring.

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Blind Spots of Visibility with Andrew Wimer

The Logistics of Logistics

Andrew Wimer and Joe Lynch discuss the blind spots of visibility. Andrew is Director, Operations – North America Activations for Descartes , a global leader in on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses. About Andrew Wimer Andrew Wimer is Director, Operations – North America – Activations for Descartes , a global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses.

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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

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This Week in Logistics News (January 27 – February 2)

Logistics Viewpoints

Today is Groundhog Day, a day that lets us know if we will endure six more weeks of winter or enjoy an early spring. In some sort or another, Punxsutawney Phil has been predicting the weather since 1890, and let’s just say that his record is iffy at best. During the “ceremony,” which begins well before the winter sunrise, Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his temporary home on Gobbler’s Knob, and according to the tradition, if Phil sees his shadow and returns to his hole, he has predicted six

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Wholesale Planning Simplified for Retailers

ToolsGroup

Optimize inventory productivity across all channels with JustEnough v2023.4 Wholesale channels are no longer a backup channel for retailers. Smart retailers are planning their wholesale channels just as strategically as they leverage storefronts and e-commerce. The challenge for retailers is that many planning tools treat wholesale as just another channel, missing the nuances that effective wholesale planning requires.

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Is it Time to End Generational Marketing?

Enterra Insights

We’re all familiar with generational labels like Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Harvard professor Louis Menand believes it’s time to end generational marketing because “the concept gets social history all wrong.”[1] He traces the origins of generational marketing to the early 1940s. He explains, “The discovery that you can make money marketing merchandise to teen-agers dates from the early nineteen-forties, which is also when the term 

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A Supply Chain of the Future, Today! Integration and Automation opportunities that Supply Chain and Logistics companies and shippers can successfully implement.

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SIGN UP HERE A Supply Chain of the Future, Today! Integration and Automation opportunities that Supply Chain and Logistics companies and shippers can successfully implement. Synopsis: Articulating the current integration and automation landscape for Supply Chain and offering a glimpse at the possibilities when it comes to building a Supply Chain of the Future”, today.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

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.

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The Rise of the Reshoring Movement in the U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

Remnants of a COVID-disrupted supply chain, economic choppiness, and pressure to lower prices have backed manufacturers up against a wall, and forced them to reconsider their approach to offshoring production.

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10 Ins and Outs for Supply Chain Risk Management in 2024

Resilinc

Learn the best practices for supply chain risk management in 2024 from Resilinc, the gold standard for supply chain resiliency. Out with the old and in with the new! As risk managers audit their vendors and programs at the start of the year, it’s also time to clean up old strategies and supply chain practices. What practices does your company hang on to that are old hat?

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Tecsys Becomes Only WMS Provider to Achieve AWS Supply Chain Competency in Three Categories

Tecsys

Tecsys achieves AWS Supply Chain Competency in three categories, highlighting their commitment to innovative cloud-based solutions for supply chain management. Learn more about their expertise and customer success.

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Charting CFO paths: 2023-24 insights report

Taulia

Interest rates, political instability, and the potential for recession were key priorities for CFOs during 2023. One year ago, CFOs were grappling with inflation, supply chain disruption, and the need to maintain a positive cash position. This report takes a look back at how 2023 shaped up against our surveyed CFO predictions and looks forward to their priorities for 2024.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

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.

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The Outlook for Supply Chain Automation

Supply Chain Brain

Robotics and technology companies have doubled down on development of applications to support the supply chain, especially in the warehouse.

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Complete Guide to the Order Management Process in Ecommerce

ShipBob

Table of Contents ** Minutes What is order management? Why your business needs accurate order management The order management cycle How to streamline order management with ShipBob ShipBob builds next-level order management processes Order management FAQs Once a customer clicks the “Buy” button, their order’s journey begins. New orders are placed on your ecommerce platform, then whoever is storing your inventory has to select, package, and ship the right products to the right place.

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Keeping the shelves supplied in 2024

IT Supply Chain

By Edward Hutchison (pictured) Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems The post Keeping the shelves supplied in 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Key Insights From the Gartner® Market Guide for Distributed Order Management

BlueYonder

As a Representative Vendor in the latest Gartner ® Market Guide for Distributed Order Management Systems, Blue Yonder is excited to be recognized for our Distributed Order Management system. Retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers are facing pressure from both the supply and demand sides of their businesses. As companies continue to implement omni-channel commerce, they are looking for solutions to help manage increasing supply chain costs and changing consumer expectations.

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What Makes a Warehouse Worker Happy?

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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Watch: What Are Manufacturers Spending on Tech Transformation?

Supply Chain Brain

Brian Pacula, partner in the Operations Excellence practice of West Monroe, tells how manufacturers and supply chains are prioritizing their spend on technology in the post-pandemic era.

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Transforming ERP Adoption with User-Friendly UI Design

RFgen

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have become indispensable tools in the modern business environment. These sophisticated systems offer a comprehensive digital solution for integrating critical operations such as finance, supply chain management, and human resources. However, the effectiveness and value of an ERP system are deeply intertwined with its user adoption rates.

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Top Tips for Streamlining Your Business’ Day-to-Day Processes

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Top Tips for Streamlining Your Business’ Day-to-Day Processes appeared first on IT Supply Chain.