Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

It’s something we’ve wondered about, along with our customers: do carriers reject multi-stop truckloads more than single-stop, or does it only seem that way? We decided to find out. We worked with MIT graduate students to analyze 5 million truckload and multi-stop truckload tender records collected by TMC, a division of C.H. Robinson. What we found provides valuable insights on the effect that additional stops have on price and service.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Companies are hoping to continue their revenue growth in 2018 by setting priorities for manufacturing in 3 key areas. KLR has released the results of its annual manufacturing industry outlook report , and the optimism following last year’s elections will continue straight through 2017. With promises of tax reform, decreased federal regulations and looser trade agreements, manufacturers have slowly seen revenue growth throughout the U.S. markets.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

by John Westerveld I came across a KPMG study last week covering a survey of 360 senior executives Forbes Insights did in 2016. There were a couple of key takeaways from the report: Manufacturers are planning on growth, but the overall market isn’t likely to grow. This means companies will need to battle for a bigger piece of the pie. The need for supply chain visibility is greater than ever, yet only half of the executives surveyed say they have the visibility they need to make decisions

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Oracle SCM

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

With the holiday season in full force, businesses that rely on supply chain are experiencing a transformation – either voluntarily or involuntarily. What is driving this transformation now? The holiday season is a constant reminder that the transformation is driven by the “digital native” customer experience, and a digital transformation is the change agent needed to make this happen.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

You should be interested in applying disruptive technologies in your supply chain not only at a physical level, like in transportation and logistics, but also at a more virtual level in your supply chain planning. And you should be thinking about them now, because disruptive technologies have a first mover advantage. If you are not the disruptor in your supply chain, you become the disrupted.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

by Iman Niroomand What does a machine-learning (ML) algorithm have to do with the Super Bowl? When it comes to forecasting and demand management , a lot. Consider this: According to the National Retail Federation , approximately 189 million people watched Super Bowl LI, and viewers spent an average of $82.19 on electronics, apparel and food specifically for the game, up from $77.88 compared to the previous year.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

One of the trends I’ve been writing and talking about is how the clockspeeds of every industry are accelerating and how companies are having a hard time realigning their processes, organizational structures, and technology platforms to keep up with this rapid pace of change. This is certainly true when it comes to supply chain planning, where the complexity and frequency of the process have increased while time horizons have shrunk.

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Prototyping, the earliest stage of the manufacturing lifecycle, has been driver for 3D printing for many years. With the technology maturing, there has been a strong movement towards the production of functional parts. Spare and service parts (long tail/end of life phase) are interesting candidates for this production technique. Aggregating and analyzing supply chain data – and technical data points with a focus on feasibility – is a best practice to determine the value 3D printing c

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Increased demand on your distribution centers from improved e-commerce sales, changing seasons, or other shopping patterns can limit your throughput. While expanding capacity with new construction is certainly one solution, other ways exist to get more throughput and capacity in distribution centers without major overhauls to existing operations. Before you break ground on a new building/annex, hire and train new workers, or invest millions into new software, consider some other proven ways to g

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Arkieva

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business activities has again emerged as a hot topic for 2017 and 2018. In fact, Gartner predicts by 2021, 40% of new enterprise applications will include Artificial Intelligence Technologies, where AI and Machine Learning promise to solve a plethora of problems faced by enterprises today, from better decision making to increased efficiencies and cost savings.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

It’s December 1, the beginning of the end of 2017. How did we get here so fast? The mad dash begins to finish all the work that needs to get done before 2018 arrives, so without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: E-Commerce Boosts U.S. Shipping Networks (WSJ – sub. req’d). Mercedes Plans More Drone Deliveries After 100 Perfect Flights (Bloomberg Technology).

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Silvon Software

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

One of the biggest benefits that analytics can have on an organization is the ability to empower employees across the business. That’s right … from the back office all the way up to the board room. When you give your people reporting tools that reveal not only the big picture, but the underlying details, too, they will solve problems and find opportunities to excel.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Within one month, the electronic logging device mandate will take effect. While shippers have known about the mandate for two years, truckers, shippers and carriers are still concerned about how it will impact capacity. Paired with soaring manufacturing and tightening capacity within the last month, the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate could cause the capacity crunch to worsen.

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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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NFI Industries

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Any disruption in the supply chain could affect a company’s bottom line, and ultimately their customers. As the transportation market evolves, shippers need to find ways to mitigate risk. One transportation solution that could help make operations more resilient is a dedicated fleet. Working with a third party logistics provider (3PL) can help companies be.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Supply chain and logistics professionals face many challenges, including drowning in data! This is especially true in transportation management, as companies work across many modes, many geographies, and many sources of data, including from GPS and mobile devices. There’s a lot of discussion these days about the importance of converting data into actionable intelligence.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

As the market continues to change, what’s your transportation strategy for handling fluctuations? An unclear plan may let you down. Rather than reacting to changes that happen to your supply chain, it’s always better to have a carrier management strategy that allows you to be proactive—no matter what the market has in store. How to deal with growing supply chain complexity.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The Great Driver Shortage was already starting to weigh on the minds of carriers and shippers early this year as experts predicted tightening capacity, said William B. Cassidy of the Journal of Commerce (JOC), and the continued climb of the stock market alludes to an imminent, modern-day Industrial Revolution. At the same time, carriers have turned to leaner operations to keep costs down, and the transportation industry is ready to implode with a capacity crunch that lasts well into 2018 and m

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PINC

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

David Cahn, Director of Product Marketing at Elemica , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What do you see as the biggest supply chain risks companies face today? Are you seeing supply chain professionals paying more attention to cyber threats? When you talk to your clients about supply chain risk management, what is the biggest constraint or hurdle they face today?

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

On Monday, November 27th, Logility announced the purchase of privately-held Halo Business Intelligence. This announcement continues the trend of supply chain software market consolidation. Here I share what I believe that this means for the market. A Look Back . Logility is a well-established player in the supply chain software market. With over forty-years of experience in SCM software, Logility went public in 1997.

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CHAINalytics

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

| By Jonathan Whitaker | Principal, Managed Analytics Services | Chainalytics | As with any complex task, modeling excellence is developed through a combination of time and expert coaching. The first component, time, is well understood and generally agreed upon as a requirement and prime component for establishing excellence in one’s craft.

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E2open

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Top Myths Around Demand Sensing. alyssa. Thursday 30 November 2017. John Lash, Vice President, Product Marketing, E2open. Demand sensing technology has been around for more than 15 years, yet there are still many myths around just what it is, what it does and the prerequisites to use it. With that in mind, the aim of this blog is to confirm or dispel these myths and set the record straight.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Need help keeping up with the latest supply chain, logistics, manufacturing and e-commerce industry news? Below, you’ll find the top articles and trends from November covering various sections of these quickly evolving industries. More than a year ago, the UK voted to leave the European Union and thus Brexit began. As of today, the UK […]. The post In Case You Missed It: Best Industry Articles and Insights this Month appeared first on ModusLink Global Solutions.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Logility, Inc., provider of collaborative supply chain optimisation and advanced retail planning solutions, has acquired privately-held Halo Business Intelligence, a San Diego-based supplier of advanced analytics and business intelligence solutions for the supply chain market.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The Growing Role of Supply Chain Data. Businesses are embracing strategies that make them more dependent on data throughout the supply chain. As they do so, they must be sure to put a greater emphasis on data quality or risk running into situations where the information they rely on misleads them and undermines operations. Infosys reported that businesses are beginning to approach data in a different way than they have in the past.

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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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3PL Insights

DECEMBER 1, 2017

There are many routes toward certification in the supply chain industry. By becoming certified, you will obtain an accreditation that gives a competitive advantage in the industry. While some certifications require previous experience, not all accreditation programs are made equal—it’s possible to obtain an entry-level certification, or for those who have been in the industry for some time—an additional qualification, which can make for a more competitive resume. .

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

Security has been an issue since supply chains began. Even the first camps and convoys had to deal with attackers and criminals. Theft, fraud, smuggling, sabotage, hijacking and piracy were all present. Today’s complex networks of storage and intermodal transport face these challenges too. However, there are now two extra twists. First, the growth of IT means that these problems now exist physically and virtually.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Freight in the City exhibitor Transdek UK has launched a new website to deliver an easy to navigate resource that highlights the total solutions approach the company provides. This uniquely spans both trailer and loading bay design to enhance both the efficiency and the synergy between the two.

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