All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 5, 2016
I recently attended an Automotive Logistics conference and was disparaged to find that when it comes to Big Data, Industry 4.0, and the Internet of Things (IoT) the same conversations were being had today that were had a year ago.
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JUNE 2, 2016
Niul Burton wrote a great article in Industry Week titled “Procurement 2025: 10 Challenges that Will Transform Global Sourcing”. For those of you who are executives in Supply Chain, Procurement or New Product Introduction/Development, this is a must read. The article drives home what we at Directworks talk to Supply Chain and Procurement executives about every day—it is time to get your house in order because building a supply chain for the future takes time, resources and money to implement pr
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Supply Chain Trend
JUNE 5, 2016
The success of Global S&OP depends on, among other things, how well a company adapts to the local culture when developing and implementing it. Cultural issues are important. We may be able to change the culture of a company, but not the culture of a country. A Global S&OP approach. Globalization has made it necessary for companies to plan and operate not only across different regions within a country, but also outside the borders of the country of origin.
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 24, 2016
Companies like MacroPoint, FourKites and others offer the next generation of freight tracking capabilities, leveraging the latest mobile device tech and web-based apps to yield up-to-the-minute location information for over the road freight shippers, carriers and 3PLS. These new, easy to implement, low-cost offerings can work either in lieu of – or even more effectively in conjunction with – in-cab telematics systems and EDI making them very attractive to transportation users of all strip
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Supply Chain Action Blog
JUNE 29, 2016
Licensed through Shutterstock. Copyright: Sergey Nivens. From an operational perspective, the largest leverage for revenue, margin, and working capital lies in the structure of the supply chain (or more properly, “value network”). It’s likely that more than half of the cost and capabilities of a value network remain cemented in its structure, limiting what you can achieve through process improvements or even world-class operating practices.
The Network Effect
JUNE 3, 2016
How biology can shed light on business “The edge effect” is a term from ecology that I believe can give us insight into how we can improve business and the technology used to power it. First, what is an “edge” in this context? An edge is where two different biological “communities” or landscapes meet. So […]. The post Find the Value Effect in your Business Environment appeared first on The Network Effect.
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ivalua
JUNE 6, 2016
At Directworks , our mission is to help our manufacturing customers develop, launch and deliver more profitable products. We fulfill this mission by helping their product stakeholders and direct materials suppliers work together more effectively at every stage of the product lifecycle. Our solution platform is built exclusively for discrete manufacturers and is designed with this mission in mind.
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 27, 2016
For the third consecutive year, I had the privilege of attending the EMEA Supply Chain and Logistics Summit in Barcelona.
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 13, 2016
As this is the second part of my “right vs. wrong” series, I have to warn you once again: This post may contain satirical elements.
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 20, 2016
Tom Cook has authored nineteen books on global trade and supply chain. The June issue of American Shipper magazine published an article by Cook on developing sustainable relationships which this blogger found to be compelling because most of the advice his piece provides can be realized via the use of good, cloud-based TMS software. So with a hat tip to Mr.
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 10, 2016
A recent American Shipper report on the subject of domestic TMS adoption by shippers in the US reveals that just shy of two thirds of US companies with more than $100 million in annual freight spend are using TMS systems to manage transportation. The same report shows that a whopping 58% of TMS users are yielding freight spend reductions between 2% and 10% – the largest segment (28%) capturing around 8% annual freight savings.
The Network Effect
JUNE 15, 2016
I’ve spoken a lot about the benefits of disruption recently, but what of the companies and people in the wake of disruption, the ones who bear the brunt of the changes and see their industry or livelihoods evaporate? Disruption and Dissent This is nothing new. Ever since the industrial revolution, and probably earlier, as technology […]. The post Disruption and the Rebirth of the Rust Belt appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
JUNE 23, 2016
Leading change is not easy. One of the difficulties is gaining support from staff members. Communicating the rational for change and repeating your message is important in order to gain staff support. Explain the Change The first step is to begin on a positive note and be convinced yourself that the change is for the […]. The post How to Lead Change with Minimal Resistance appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
JUNE 8, 2016
Challenges and Opportunities in the Foodservice Supply Chain Is there any supply chain more important than the foodservice supply chain? It supplies us with the very material that makes up and fuels our bodies. So how healthy is the food supply chain? Food Logistics magazine reports on a survey conducted by HAVI Global Solutions and […]. The post Lessons from the Foodservice Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.
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Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
The Network Effect
JUNE 24, 2016
by Shalu Jain Senior Marketing Executive at DCGPAC Emerging Trends in Food and Beverage Packaging The food packaging industry always proves to be highly competitive and vibrant. The industry is always refreshing itself and on the look-out for packaging materials and technology that offers enhanced convenience and longer shelf life to consumers. The food industry […].
The Network Effect
JUNE 15, 2016
By Greg Kreis Principal, Tompkins International Nobody likes replenishing pick locations. It is a non-value added task that occupies labor and equipment resources without directly benefiting the process of completing orders. Let’s not even talk about case replenishment which creates an additional touch for each case. Actually, I think we should talk about it.
The Network Effect
JUNE 3, 2016
Flowcasting has often been referred to as ‘the Holy Grail’ of demand driven supply chain planning (and rightly so). Driving the entire supply chain across multiple enterprises from sales at the store shelf right back to the factory. So is Flowcasting a retail solution or a manufacturing solution? Many analysts, consultants and solution providers have […].
The Network Effect
JUNE 8, 2016
Reconsidering the conventional view can unlock new potential By Jim Serstad Managing Director, Asia, Tompkins International It is common to treat China as an independent network in distribution network design. However, this approach should change. Given the size and complexity of China, it seems reasonable to optimize it as an independent network from inbound port […].
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Supply Chain Action Blog
JUNE 29, 2016
Licensed through Shutterstock. Copyright: Sergey Nivens. Whether you formally create a center of excellence or not, an internal competence in value network strategy is essential. Let’s look at a few of the reasons why. Weak Network Design Limits Business Success. From an operational perspective, the greatest leverage for revenue, margin, and working capital lies in the structure of the supply chain or value network.*.
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