Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Two analysts from KPMG discuss the findings of the firm’s new survey of changing sourcing strategies by U.S. supply chain executives.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 10, 2021

Today we are releasing the results from the 2021 State of Supply Chain Execution Report , which provides the latest market insights around: Will e-commerce growth brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic continue? What are the biggest supply chain execution/logistics challenges facing shippers and LSPs?

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2018

It’s not like there aren’t already enough risks and disruptive forces in supply chains and logistics. Why should supply chain executives care about these threats? The post Tariffs and Trade War: What Should Supply Chain Executives Do? What actions should they take today to respond effectively?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2024

Leveraging advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, and real-time tracking can enhance visibility, optimize routes, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Reducing reliance on single suppliers and diversifying supply sources can mitigate the impact of disruptions in specific regions or industries.

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Exiger Perspectives

MAY 6, 2024

On May 7, Daniels will lead a session with Hope for Justice / Slave Free Alliance CEO Tim Nelson on “ Empowering Ethical Sourcing: Eliminating Modern Slavery with Supply Chain Intelligence.” Exiger is a Platinum sponsor for this year’s event.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.” The findings were derived from an online survey of 250 executives at leading U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 18, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights a published report indicating that PC maker Hewlett Packard is modifying supply sourcing akin to China Plus and nearshoring sourcing actions. That would include alternatives to China under the umbrella of either China Plus or de-risking sourcing changes.

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Locus

AUGUST 1, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Gartner® has included Locus as a Sample Vendor for Last-Mile Delivery (LMD) solutions in their Hype Cycle 2023 for Supply Chain Execution Technologies report. Sources: – Gartner, “Market Guide for Last-Mile Delivery Technology,” Oscar Sanchez Duran et. All rights reserved.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Upstream sensing intelligence will proactively identify disruptions and deliver recommended resolutions to eliminate supply chain risks and vulnerabilities. The post Agility and Resilience in Supply Chain Execution: Imperatives in an Unpredictable World, Part 1 appeared first on Supply Chain Nation.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 24, 2016

Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2016. URL: www.gartner.com/events/emea/supply-chain. The Bimodal Supply Chain: Tackling Today, Preparing for Tomorrow. Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2016 is the world’s most important gathering of supply chain leaders.

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 2, 2023

A general definition in a 2019 study of procurement COE’s by CAPS Research involved bringing together experts to focus on a common set of activities, including business intelligence and analytics, technology, risk management, process redesign, e-sourcing, improved skills, P2P purchasing, and SRM, and category management.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Source: “A Guide to the 5 Whys Technique,” Olivier Serrat, www.slideshare.net/Celcius233/a-guide-to-the-five-whys-technique. The post The “5 Whys” Technique: Questions for Supply Chain Executives to Ask appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 17, 2023

Many supply chain executives have been able to prove their worth since the early 2020s, during disruptions including factory shutdowns in China, the obstruction of the Suez Canal, the shift to online shopping (and back again), and the shift from hospitality to supermarkets (and back again). One way is to add a second supplier.

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LevaData

APRIL 26, 2022

It's difficult to source and buy direct materials at scale. Data is available now, more than ever, to considerably widen sourcing's remit, bringing in these under-addressed purchased items and hazards. Capabilities such as strategic sourcing, component aggregation over fewer stock-keeping units, and supplier risk analysis aren't new.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2024

Throughout the podcast, we delve into the challenges and opportunities in international logistics, the importance of accurate data in solving supply chain execution problems, and how companies like Gnosis Freight are leveraging AI, IoT, and other digital methodologies to provide end-to-end visibility and actionable insights for their customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 7, 2022

Having an effective supply chain practice has always been a difficult balancing act, even in relatively stable times. Many factors need to align for an organization to be able to source materials, produce a product and put it in the hands of customers. Gap between enterprise goals and supply chain and procurement.

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Logility

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This eliminates the need for lengthy back-and-forth communications and manual data entry by delivering a single source of truth. It’s time to reimagine your supply chain Start now Joe Slater and Jonathan Doller at NASCES 2024.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

The magazine reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the food and beverage sector. The magazine serves as an excellent source of buyers in various areas of the food and beverage industry. Navy veteran who served as an engineer in the nuclear field onboard the USS Ronald Reagan prior to her writing career.

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

by Dr. Madhav Durbha The 2017 Gartner supply chain executive conference took place at the O2-Intercontinental Hotel in London on September 20 th and 21 st. The theme of the conference was ACT (Aspire, Challenge, Transform), same as the Gartner supply chain summit in Phoenix during May of this year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

To be successful, you need a platform with massive computing power to process daily requests that occur across your supply chain. Additionally, your platform still needs to provide your operations with an open portal into the common data lake, establishing access to a source of truth from any system or device in near real-time.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 20, 2024

Many are digitally transforming their supply chains into competitive advantages and are investing in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and automation technologies, as well as solutions that can provide end-to-end visibility and can help companies make holistic decisions by synchronizing supply chain execution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

These are questions ARC Advisory Group will seek to answer in our online survey research of supply chain executives over the next few months. Source: J.P. But for now, let’s take a look at the most recent and relevant macroeconomic indicators to look for insights. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Indexes The J.P.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

LeanDNA helps manufacturers to improve their supply chain efficiency and agility, while also reducing costs and improving customer satisfaction. LeanDNA is a cloud-based supply chain execution platform that helps discrete manufacturers digitally transform their procurement operations.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 18, 2021

Supply chain execution is required to distinguish between the high runner purchases and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. Strategic product segmentation, sourcing and inventory management. Optimize supply chain execution and minimize both delivery time and costs.

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NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Procurement categories are a grouping of materials or services that have similar supply and usage characteristics to meet business objectives. Category management is different from the “strategic sourcing process”. Category management is most definitely not about putting a new veneer on the strategic sourcing methodology.

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Demand Driven Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

It often seems like supply chain executives are too busy trying to improve forecast accuracy to wonder: would it really change the game?

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As time goes by, more and more companies find that the supply chain issues associated with an outsourcing program have often been under-estimated. Here I want to share eight key procurement challenges that we and consultants are facing in today’s global sourcing world.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2021

There is a multibillion-dollar supply chain software market that grew at double digit rates during the pandemic, and will continue to grow fast, that very few supply chain executives have heard of. The solution is called a supply chain collaboration network (SCCN). SCCN is a Network Solution.

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Kodiak Hub

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Sourcing, Procurement, and Supply Chain Executives are quickly becoming the most powerful executives in the world. As businesses face new challenges, these executives are increasingly being turned to as the only heroes who can save the day.

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ToolsGroup

MAY 16, 2023

Balancing Inventory Remains the Key to Customer Service and Profitability Although fast expansion remains a priority for some segments (like medical equipment), many of the supply chain executives we spoke to named inventory levels as their main concern.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). 58% of consumers would stop buying from a brand entirely after one to three supply chain delays or disruptions. Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune. Supply Chain Dive).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

including digital control towers fueled by artificial intelligence (AI), data science and analytics, strategic product segmentation, inventory management, operations intelligence and analysis, strategic sourcing, and effective pricing and promotions management.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Technology Leader Gives Students Hands-On Experience With AI-based Supply Chain Execution Solutions. Logility recently added onto the experience, allowing students to dive further, learning how to source vendors, issue purchase orders and even track work-in-process and inbound shipments. ATLANTA – Nov. ATLANTA – Nov.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 12, 2024

These technologies work together to create a seamless, intelligent, and secure supply chain network, which can respond to changing customer needs and market conditions and deliver value to all stakeholders.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Not surprisingly, companies that employ advanced analytics to improve decision making and execution have the results to show for it.” Unfortunately, journalist Joe McKendrick reports, “More than three-fourths of supply chain executives are not prepared to observe and predict changes that may disrupt the flow of their business.”[3]

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 17, 2024

One of the insights from Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2024 was a clear consensus on the need for companies to substantiate sustainability claims with concrete data. This includes enhancing supply chain transparency using technologies like AI to track and verify sustainability metrics.

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Logility

JUNE 30, 2022

You’re likely aware of these issues, so let’s move on to what you can do to minimize the effects of labor shortages on supply chain resiliency. Supply Chain Resiliency in the Face of Labor Shortages: A Two-Pronged Approach. Supply chain executives have two problems here.

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