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How Did AI Hurt Red Lobster But Help ALDI?

Procurement Insights

Kenny’s decision came “in apparent coordination with Thai Union and under the guise of a ‘quality review,’” Red Lobster said. Under Kenny, Red Lobster also cut two of its longtime shrimp suppliers— and competitors to Thai Union — to purchase more shrimp from Thai Union at higher costs, according to Red Lobster’s bankruptcy filing.

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What’s the Difference Between Fulfillment and Replenishment?

Supply Chain Game Changer

But what does that mean in terms of the Supply Chain? Aside from the demand planning, customer order management, and supplier order management activities associated with Fulfillment most people traditionally think of Fulfillment in the context of the Warehouse or Distribution Centre. Fulfillment.

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The Amazing Supply Chain of Your Morning Coffee!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Supply chain management in the coffee sector is therefore not heavily dependent on seasons (and coffee can even be grown year-round) which simplifies the demand planning process. However, the rising demand evokes great pressure on retailers. Check out The Journey of One Banana!