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From Real-Time Visibility to Real-Time Decisions: Data’s Value Is Propagating Across Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

I’ve said it before (right here in Logistics Viewpoints), but it’s worth repeating: the digital transformation of our complex global supply chains is an ongoing journey. Nine years ago, my company FourKites pioneered the market for real-time transportation visibility. In other words, visibility is an enabler.

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Real-Time Visibility: The Customer Has Spoken

Logistics Viewpoints

I am continuing to work on my latest Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems study, which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2026, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, customer size, and mode. These changes can add significant time to the ETA.

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Internet of Things (IoT): Transforming Real-Time Data Collection and Tracking for Digital Product Passports

Logistics Viewpoints

This network of devices enables seamless, automatic data collection from physical objects in near real-time. This near real-time monitoring ensures compliance with regulations, enhances product safety, and helps build trust with consumers.

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Real-Time Visibility: the Foundation for Supply Chain Automation

Logistics Viewpoints

I’ve written previously about how I founded FourKites in 2014 to help shed light on the vast blind spots that exist throughout our complex and interconnected global supply chains. And I wrote about how sharing that real-time […].

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A Guide to Finding Your Visibility Platform Perfect Match

Supply chain technology leaders need to be well-versed in the arena of real-time transportation visibility platforms (RTTVP) vendors. RTTVP vendors are evolving to support complex supply chain challenges accelerated by today's increased supply chain disruptions. Download now!

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Increase Supply Chain Visibility with LogiNext’s Advanced Software Solutions

Loginext

Unlock 40% more supply chain visibility with LogiNext’s advanced software. Real-time tracking, automated alerts, and centralized data access streamline logistics and enhance operational efficiency.

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Profiles in Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence: GEODIS & Tive

Talking Logistics

Supply chain visibility has been top-of-mind for logistics professionals for at least two decades, yet it remains a work-in-progress for many companies. Read more Profiles in Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence: GEODIS & Tive.

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Return to Success: Streamlining Returns in the Supply Chain for Enhanced Efficiency

Speaker: Cathy Morrow Roberson, Research Manager for the Reverse Logistics Association

In today's competitive business landscape, providing a seamless return experience and maintaining an efficient supply chain are critical to customer satisfaction and loyalty. Businesses need to leverage advanced tracking systems and data analytics to identify bottlenecks and improve supply chain visibility.

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Gartner Report: Everything You Need to Know About Supply Chain Control Towers

According to Gartner, "Advanced control towers now provide real-time visibility, collaboration, and AI capabilities to move beyond decision support to decision making, and even a degree of autonomous control.". How are these related to the five building blocks of a supply chain control tower: 1. Technology.

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Automated Order Processing and Proactive Inventory Management

Speaker: Irina Rosca, Director of Supply Chain Operations, Helix

Organizations need to focus on demand driven supply planning, utilizing real time information on customer orders from all marketplaces (e-commence, Amazon - or other online retailers, and point of sale data from brick and mortar). etc) or online promotions (company run or 3rd party). April 3rd, 2019 11.00 AM PST, 2.00

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The New Tech Toolbelt: Digital Twins, IoT, Cobots, & More

Speaker: Cory Skinner, Founder and CEO of FactR

From limited visibility and a lack of real-time data to a lack of agility and responsiveness to changing market conditions, there's no shortage of difficulties that today's supply chain professionals can encounter. What can be done to not only address these challenges, but overcome them? Register now!

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SAP S/4HANA: 4 Tips to Get You Started on the Right Path

With SAP S/4HANA at the core of your digital transformation, you can empower your supply chain with intelligent process automation, unprecedented visibility, actionable insights and real-time collaboration. Discover why, when and how to make your move. Plus – 4 tips to get you started on the right path.