GlobalTranz
AUGUST 24, 2017
Pallets are an iconic part of any warehouse or supply chain, but they’re more crucial than most people know — and we’re not talking about using them as material for upcycles or shabby, chic furniture. Why are pallets such a critical part of the supply chain, and how can they contribute to things like worker safety and loading times? More Complicated Than They Appear.
ToolsGroup
AUGUST 24, 2017
It can be exhausting in retail. As shoppers use technology more frequently during their buying journey, their expectation of service increases. Retailers are forced to transform their business to keep up. It seems that just as one strategy is created to take advantage of (or at least deal with) the situation, another set of circumstances comes along requiring new ways of thinking.
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Kinaxis
AUGUST 25, 2017
by Dr. Madhav Durbha There is a standalone vehicle emission check shop that I visit to get my car checked prior to the annual tag renewal. For those who are not familiar with the emission check process, you drive your car into the shop. As you wait in your car, a technician hooks your car up to his computer, measures emissions and prints a certificate.
Supply Chain Shaman
AUGUST 22, 2017
I was sitting with a representative from the United Nations on my way back from Colombia. As we took off from Bogota, we discussed the potential of blockchain to help her with feeding children in the highlands of the Colombian-Venezuelan border. I was surprised that she knew enough about blockchain to have a discussion, and I think that she was surprised to find someone who could help her to have a deeper discussion.
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Learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation. Discover actionable first steps to boost your operations and reduce costs.
Enterra Insights
AUGUST 21, 2017
Today, much of the United States will experience a total solar eclipse. That hasn’t happened for nearly 100 years. Because … Continued. The post Solar Eclipses and Supply Chain Risk Management appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
SCM Research
AUGUST 25, 2017
A colleague recently recommended the following article to me: Mansfield (2003): Spatializing Globalization: A “Geography of Quality” in the Seafood Industry. Herein, the author takes a look at the quality of products in that industry. She challenges “recent perspectives that define quality as an alternative to global, industrial forms of production” and “finds that quality is also important for industrial food production and for the global geography of the surimi [a
The Network Effect
AUGUST 25, 2017
With the rapid advancement in Artificial Intelligence (AI), there has been a huge interest in how it can help run. The post 8 AI Mistakes Almost Everybody is Making… appeared first on The Network Effect.
Supply Chain 24/7
AUGUST 22, 2017
In the race to use AI, many companies have made attempts to implement it, but the results have been disappointing, and despite its benefits when looked at through the lens of a supply chain executive, AI is relatively useless unless it’s able to add value to support better decision-making.
Logility
AUGUST 24, 2017
As a classical and jazz musician, I understand the need for both structured and artistic abilities when performing. In its basic form, music is a mathematical language. What sets a professional musician apart from an amateur often is the ability to express oneself artistically through the instrument and make that special connection with an audience.
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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?
Enterra Insights
AUGUST 25, 2017
The digital supply chain is often touted as the next step in supply chain evolution. Many pundits, however, are looking … Continued. The post Adding Intelligence the Digital Supply Chain appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
BlueYonder
AUGUST 24, 2017
To get anything done (a process often called execution ), we need a plan : a pattern of sub-activities (steps) to get it done. In simple cases we might not even notice we’re planning , but we always do. If we stop and think about it, all of life follows this pattern, all day, every day. And as we execute a plan, life happens and we re-evaluate and adjust: we re-plan as needed and continue executing until we either meet our objective or give up.
DiManEx
AUGUST 23, 2017
We are proud to announce that we have closed a new funding round totaling $2.7 million. This is a momentous step forward in our mission to revolutionize manufacturing supply chains. Our platform supports the digitization of production processes and the optimization of supply chains. Unlike an open market place, we provide a dedicated cloud-based service that connects customers to a vetted network of additive manufacturing partners.
Elementum
AUGUST 22, 2017
To mark the 10th anniversary of the iPhone this year, Apple is set to launch its flagship iPhone 8 along with the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. The highly anticipated iPhone 8 is rumored to feature a bezel-less design, stainless steel, glass chassis, a 5.8-inch OLED display, dual rear cameras, and a new 3D facial scanner, among others. However, one month shy of its expected launch in September, reports claim that Apple is facing production issues regarding the iPhone 8 and its release could be del
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Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!
Enterra Insights
AUGUST 24, 2017
No one argues with the fact we live in a digital age characterized by big data and advanced analytics. Marketers … Continued. The post Targeted Marketing in the Digital Age appeared first on Enterra Solutions.
BlueYonder
AUGUST 22, 2017
In a recent CNBC article, Retailers are finally starting to buck Amazon’s takeover , Jim Cramer highlighted some good points about Amazon and the retail industry. However, there was a point that I disagree with, which was how the only way retailers can beat Amazon is to become more like Amazon. After studying retail for over 25 years and as a former Vice President of Research at Gartner, I’ve looked under the covers of nearly every retailer of consequence and believe the following statemen
Supply Chain 24/7
AUGUST 19, 2017
This white paper details how 3pls, contract packagers, and corrugators are transforming last-mile logistics with specialist software-as-a-service applications.
MIT Supply Chain
AUGUST 24, 2017
Groceries need to be stored and transported at different temperatures depending on the nature of each product – so why not rationalize the distribution of these items by accommodating different temperature zones in the same truck? This is the basic rationale of multi-compartment vehicle (MCV) distribution, which is gaining ground in Europe. But adding complexity […].
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
3PL Insights
AUGUST 21, 2017
There’s a great deal of space for advancement in the field of logistics, as it’s always rapidly expanding. But there are some specific skills necessary to being successful on the job. Whether you’re a truck driver, supply chain manager, salesperson, or in any other position, these four important skills are needed for a logistics career path. Critical Thinking: You can’t avoid making decisions, so it’s crucial to have critical thinking skills.
BlueYonder
AUGUST 25, 2017
Part 1 of this blog series highlighted the comparison of best-of-breed (BoB) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, and when BoB is the best choice for supply chains. Part 2 of the series dove deeper into the specific needs of supply chain planning and execution and the tightly vs. loosely coupled interoperability debate. In this part of the series you’ll learn more about where to run your BoB software solution.
TMC
AUGUST 23, 2017
As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision of whether or not to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. However, differences between markets do require adjustments. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT
AUGUST 23, 2017
By Alex Mills, Sales & Marketing Director, ProSKU. Efficient manufacturing relies on managing the supply of components and sub-assemblies to support production schedules. It could be argued that the best manufacturers are the ones that not only have innovative products to meet market demands but who manage their supply chains the most effectively.
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Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.
CHAINalytics
AUGUST 23, 2017
Regardless of where you are and what you do, we can all agree that having reliable mechanical systems regularly available is a quintessential aspect to our daily lives that we often take for granted. Households and organizations across North America utilize these systems in various capacities multiple times a day, and to find those services … The post Supply Chain Assessment and Packaging Redesign Drastically Reduces Damage for Leading Mechanical Systems Manufacturer appeared first on Chai
BlueYonder
AUGUST 21, 2017
Preparing for the Marketplace of the Future. Parts 1 and 2 of this blog post in this series, The Changing Face in Grocery (part 1) and The Digitalization of Grocery (part 2), discussed the shift in consumer behavior including where, how often, and indeed, how we shop is setting in motion an unprecedented time of uncertainty and opportunity for the grocery industry.
NFI Industries
AUGUST 22, 2017
As the sixth largest economy in the world 1 and the largest gateway for international trade and domestic commerce in the United States 2 , California continues to provide an ideal location for logistics solutions such as ocean transportation and distribution. Southern California, in particular, has become a popular area for companies to utilize logistical benefits such as.
Supply Chain Trend
AUGUST 19, 2017
S&OP has the potential to transform an organisation. S&OP can do more than create a rolling forecast, contribute to improved strategy execution and company performance. By driving and nurturing effective values and behaviours through the S&OP cycle, it can influence company culture and employee engagement, well-being and performance. Once S&OP is influencing company culture for the better and achieves these type of employee benefits, I consider S&OP transformational.
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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 24/7
AUGUST 20, 2017
Technology research firm Gartner, Inc. recently noted a new trend towards supply chain “protectionism,” presumably due to the extraordinary combination of external forces proving capable of disrupting once-optimized processes and, therefore, destroying once-healthy profit margins.
TMC
AUGUST 23, 2017
As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision whether to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. However, differences between markets do require adjustments. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT
AUGUST 23, 2017
LLamasoft, the supply chain optimisation software and solutions provider, has released Supply Chain Guru X, a completely new supply chain design software application.
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