Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Yesterday, I spoke at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Leaders Forum on innovation. I asked the audience for a show of hands to understand how many of the supply chain leaders in the room were testing blockchain. Later that afternoon, I hosted a webinar featuring blockchain case studies. Lots of interest.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 25, 2013

Today, I am proud to launch the Supply Chain Index. It is my hope that the readers of this blog will take time to either join us today to listen to the launch of the Supply Chain Index on our webinar or listen to the replay. (We The Supply Chain Index has been two years in the making.

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Unleashed

JULY 16, 2024

What is bill of materials (BOM) software? Bill of materials software is a specialist tool used in contemporary manufacturing operations to manage and document all components and processes essential to manufacturing a product. Here are some of the key advantages: 1.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2016

Take a look at how a business can use technology, metrics, and services to improve transportation processes, which range from supplier shipping to route optimization.

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Supply Chain Insights

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

On September 9–11, 2014, 110 supply chain visionaries will gather in the desert at the Phoenician Hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona to think differently and define the future of supply chain. Supply chain teams are being asked to do more with less. Automation of Supply Chain Execution.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The global supply chain industry has by default, a large environmental impact, through its carbon footprint. We are committed to preparing the supply chains of the future. In addition, CEVA Logistics was also appointed by General Motors (GM) to manage its entire ventilator production supply chain in support of the U.S.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

We believe that a key pillar of this transformation is the supply chain. With such growth comes supply chain complexity. Shift towards self-contracting and self-distribution: With health systems gaining significant scale and wanting more control over their supply chain, this shift is accelerating.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

But, through Carlsberg’s relationship with Blue Yonder, it has become clear that the entire production and supply ecosystem must be connected for these transportation ambitions to be met. In a recent webinar , Carlsberg shared more on this topic. The former deadline isn’t far away. A prospect to raise a glass to.

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ivalua

JULY 15, 2021

The world continues to change and evolve, and supply chains are not excluded from that process. In fact, currently 80% of the carbon footprint comes from the global supply chain. . Now is the time to act, and to engage your supply chain on this important global issue. .

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. The Top 10 Supply Chain Blog Posts from 2017. What are the specific technologies to understand in the digital supply chain.

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Turvo

APRIL 14, 2021

As companies look for the next leap in the supply chain, innovation collaboration has become a key focus. Turvo — the provider of the leading collaboration application for the supply chain — partnered with Ryder System to help them achieve just that. But few companies have been able to make this vision a reality.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 7, 2021

Driving Improvements in Supply Chain Excellence. He felt strongly that supply chain leaders knew how to drive supply chain excellence and needed a forum– or maybe two or three depending on the business model– to help them network and refine their approaches. John and I held differing beliefs.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Cerasis put on a 75-minute webinar entitled, The "Big Benefits of Effective Reverse Logistics" Webinar on September 30th, 2015 at 2:00 PM CST. We had a great turnout with over 170 logistics managers, supply chain officers, and those in the transportation world registering and attending the webinar.

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SupplyShift

MAY 27, 2021

During our supply chain emissions webinar on May 19th, industry leaders from CDP , Engie Impact , and Philip Morris International came together to explore trends in Scope 3 emissions reporting and what tools and strategies are out there to turn supplier data into action on Scope 3. . Key Takeaways.

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Locus

OCTOBER 6, 2023

At the heart of successful supply chain management lies the ability not just to find a transporter, but to identify the most suitable one for each unique requirement from a vast ocean of available options. The third critical area was discussed at length during our webinar, which we’d urge you to view for a comprehensive understanding.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Amid a tumultuous period, supply chains are even more under scrutiny following the global climate change conference in Glasgow. AIMMS Network Design provides functionality that helps supply chain teams model carbon emissions and other non-financial metrics like water consumption and carbon equivalents.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 27, 2021

Competition has always been fierce within the modern-day supply chain, but it is now more vital than ever to set your company apart from competitors. So how does a modern-day supply chain team effectively demonstrate value and performance? Webinar on May 19th at 2 PM EST. Click to Register for the Webinar.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Take a moment to think about the existing last mile technology in operation in your facility. The chances are good that your organization has tracking software in place, but can your software provide valuable insights or just generalizations? The use of a TMS can benefit entire supply chains. It optimizes routes.

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QAD

MARCH 9, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains around the world and the dust has never settled. Positive cases have been on a downward trend but supply chain disruption shows no sign of slowing down. How Have Global Supply Chains Changed Since the Pandemic?

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HICX Solutions

MAY 1, 2024

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the supplier landscape, and the need for efficiency and risk management, optimizing the supplier onboarding process has become more important than ever. Using Technology to Improve Supplier Onboarding Technology plays a vital role in streamlining supplier onboarding processes.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 8, 2014

I now have a working manuscript for the entire book of Metrics That Matter. I jeopardized the release date of the book by taking an extra three months to finish the Supply Chain Index work. He is trying to figure out the answer to these questions: What defines supply chain excellence? The Webinar.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

In today’s interconnected global economy, supply chains play a vital role in the success of businesses. Supply Chains Under Disruption: A Financial Toll Recent years have witnessed several disruptions that have shaken global supply chains, causing major financial setbacks for companies.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and webinars that we prepared for jointly. This is the exact word that used by Kelly Bysouth, the chief supply chain officer at International Automotive Components (IAC).

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SupplyShift

MAY 27, 2021

During our supply chain emissions webinar on May 19th, industry leaders from CDP , Engie Impact , and Philip Morris International came together to explore trends in Scope 3 emissions reporting and what tools and strategies are out there to turn supplier data into action on Scope 3.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 19, 2014

You are pissy and opinionated in this world of supply chain blandness. The term supply chain excellence is easier to say than define. I have been trying to define it as a supply chain analyst for over fifteen years. I had spent the last two decades in the technology market and I wanted to celebrate success.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

With the purpose of optimizing supply chain efficiency and asset recovery rates, applying a reverse logistics system has increasingly become a tool that positively impacts profitability as well as assisting an organization in meeting sustainability goals. Importance of Metrics in Reverse Logistics Management.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2015

Yesterday, I presented to 700 global attendees on an APICS webinar. In the presentation, I shared data on the evolution of supply chain planning and the results on user satisfaction. The use of best-of-breed planning technologies was small at 15%. Summary Data of User Satisfaction with Supply Chain Planning Applications.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

A website traffic estimator tool can be used to achieve this. Tools like demographic data and customer surveys help refine that understanding. Pain points occur due to miscommunication, unexpected delays, or simply inefficient management within the supply chain. But how do you figure out who your audience is?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

In a recent study, MIT found that companies that focus on 5 key initiatives to improve their supply chain data can have a big impact on their bottom line. Some supply chain companies are leaning on the power of analytics to help streamline their processes and get ahead of their competitors. Hanesbrand Inc. ,

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 9, 2013

I was writing the book, Bricks Matter and I wanted a better definition of Supply Chain Excellence. I believed that there was a strong tie between supply chain excellence and corporate performance. We started with mining the data on supply chain financial ratios within industry groups. Check them out!

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

This week, I will speak at Llamasoft’s conference on improving supply chain network design. One of the reports that I am writing is on the state of Supply Chain Planning (SCP). In the recent study of the Voice of the Supply Chain Leader , we find that the gaps are large, and growing.

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ThroughPut

AUGUST 18, 2023

By now, everyone seems to understand that supply chain has the potential to transform into a key competitive advantage for businesses. It is an open secret that supply chain and finance are inextricably linked and that supply chain efficiency can have a direct impact on the company’s revenue. Here’s how.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 13, 2015

Manufacturing is the foundation of my interest in supply chain management. Supply Chain and Design. This was the beginning of my journey from manufacturing to understanding larger supply chain concepts. Figure 1: Definition of the Supply Chain Organization. The year was 1985. Let me explain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 20, 2016

The new world of supply chain analytics is my current research project. The possibilities of data variety and velocity to improve supply chain management excite me. There is a great need for improved supply chain analytics. There are new capabilities, but how do they fit into supply chain architectures?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Business benchmarking is recognised as one of the best management tools around. But what exactly is supply chain benchmarking and why is it so important? The What, Why, How of Supply Chain Benchmarking. Benchmarking is an essential thing to do in your supply chain. ARTICLE SUMMARY. How to Benchmark.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2016

(Included in this post is Cummins’ digital award for the 2016 Supply Chains to Admire. I want to understand why some companies outperform on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter while others do not. The Customer-Centric Supply Chain Strategy needs both.). I am on a mission.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Last mile e-commerce, last mile technology, last mile metrics and white glove services make standard shipping conversations seem like child’s play, and the new focus on the last mile is anything but. Technology and TMS Catalyze Efficiency in Last Mile Delivery. Strategies Must Consider the Big and Small Stuff.

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