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Ava Ex Machina and the Retail Supply Chain

Supply Chain Action Blog

There is a lot of buzz about the “autonomous” supply chain these days. But, before we turn out the lights and lock the door to a fully automated, self-aware, supply chain “Ava Ex Machina” , let’s take a moment and put this idea into some perspective. This is especially relevant for retailers.

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Top supply chain trends in retail for 2023

IBM Supply Chain Blog

The COVID-19 pandemic and recent global disruptions have exposed the vulnerability of supply chains, and perhaps no industry felt the impact more than retail. A consensus emerged around the critical need to build more resilient, intelligent supply chains. Automation can liberate the workforce from repetitive tasks.

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Digital Orchestration of Your Supply Chain Requires “3-D” Orchestration

Supply Chain Action Blog

There is a lot of buzz about the “autonomous” supply chain these days. I’ve heard the driverless vehicle used as an analogy for the autonomous supply chain. The work of managing the value network has always been to make the best plan, monitor issues, and respond effectively and efficiently.