The Fascinating World of Grocery Retail Supply Chains
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
I’ve always been fascinated with grocery retail supply chains. I spent 4 years working for Ahold USA, the U.S.
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Top Threats to Supply Chain Status Quo
Supply Chain Collaborator
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
There are many potential disruptors to the supply chain status quo, from climate/weather to economic forces and everything else in between. However, more than these temporary, cyclical influences, there are fundamental forces at work that threaten to not just disrupt, but rather to fully transform the face of supply chain management and, more specifically, the logistics portion of the chain.
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It Is About Time for a New S&OP Conversation
Supply Chain Trend
MAY 7, 2017
Getting S&OP right is hard. The facts don’t lie. According to Gartner, it takes 10 years to become great at S&OP. They also say that 67% of companies can not get further than stage 2 out of a four-stage S&OP maturity model. Lora Cecere assessed that 36% of companies’ S&OP efforts are stalled or moving slowly. This lack progress or even stalling of S&OP, can be even despite processes, KPI’s and systems are all well implemented and integrated.
What is A Day in the Life of Supply Chain Manager Like?
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 3, 2017
What is it like to be a supply chain manager? In this article, we will show you some typical tasks that many supply chain managers do on day-to-day basis. Supply chain management is a relatively new field with lots of opportunity for people who are willing to learn and work hard. However, many people ask questions about supply chain jobs like, "What does a supply chain manager do?
Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs
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Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.
How Will Driverless Change Transportation Services?
The Network Effect
MARCH 16, 2017
by Lisa Kennedy, Project Manager, Tompkins International They are on our roads already, but their impact is yet to be. The post How Will Driverless Change Transportation Services? appeared first on The Network Effect.
What’s in a Box: Creating More Responsible Holidays!
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
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Save the Date! 2018 SPLC Summit will be May 14-16 in Minneapolis, MN
SPLC (Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council)
AUGUST 30, 2017
The 2018 SPLC Summit will bring together over 400 purchasing and sustainability professionals, suppliers, and NGO experts from diverse sectors and regions in order to share, simplify, and spread the best sustainable purchasing practices across the whole economy. We’re pleased to have Minneapolis-based Ecolab as the 2018 Summit’s Presenting Sponsor.
Update on Forecasting vs. Demand Planning
Supply Chain Action Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
Often, the terms, “forecasting” and “demand planning”, are used interchangeably. . The fact that one concept is a subset of the other obscures the resulting confusion. . Forecasting is the process of mathematically predicting a future event. As a component of demand planning, forecasting is necessary, but not sufficient. Demand planning is that process by which a business anticipates market requirements. .
Retailers Feel Shoppers’ Christmas Cheer
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2017
Fueled by high consumer confidence and a robust job market, U.S. retail sales in the holiday period rose at their best pace since 2011, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks both online and in-store spending. Sales, excluding automobiles, rose 4.9 percent from Nov. 1 through Christmas Eve, compared with a 3.7-percent gain in the same period last year, according to the Mastercard Inc. unit, which tracks all forms of payment.
SaaS, Cloud Computing and Pizza Margherita
Solvoyo
DECEMBER 18, 2017
I love a good pizza. I am not a big fan of deep dish Chicago style, or California style with weird ingredients. My favorite pizza is the […]. The post SaaS, Cloud Computing and Pizza Margherita appeared first on Solvoyo.
Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations
Advertiser: GEP
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.
SCL Summit 2017 – A Look at this Year’s Supply Chain Trends
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 26, 2017
For the fourth year, All Things Supply Chain was invited to attend the annual Supply Chain & Logistics Summit & Expo. Personally, it was my first time in attendance.
UltraShip’s Shannon Potter Inbound Logistics Interview
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 20, 2017
The May 2017 issue of Inbound Logistics magazine focuses on how to choose the right TMS and YMS solution for your organization’s needs. Director of Application Development, Shannon Potter, is interviewed on how to gain the support and buy-in from corporate IT departments when it comes to selecting a TMS solution. . The post UltraShip’s Shannon Potter Inbound Logistics Interview appeared first on UltraShipTMS.
The State of S&OP according to 7 Thought Leaders
Supply Chain Trend
JUNE 16, 2017
S&OP continuous to be a popular topic that remains high on the agenda of executives. To assess the current state of S&OP, I interviewed 7 S&OP thought leaders at the end of 2016 for my blog supply chain trend. These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. A group, eligible to comment on the current state of S&OP.
How To Know If Supply Chain Careers Are Right for You?
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 4, 2017
By 2018, related supply chain careers will be in high demand with 1.4 million jobs to fill. To determine if they're right for you, ask yourself these questions. 1. Are you committed to supply chain management? On social networks, there are lots of questions about supply chain management from people who are looking for job changes and this is normal.
Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
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
What Supply Chains Really are and Why it Matters
The Network Effect
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
Companies re-assessing the nature of their supply chains are shifting priorities and realizing new value What is a Supply Chain? The post What Supply Chains Really are and Why it Matters appeared first on The Network Effect.
What’s in a Box: Creating More Responsible Holidays!
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
Barriers to Adopting Reverse Auctions
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Market Dojo recently conducted a study into the barriers of adopting reverse auctions. This research featured results from a range of different procurement professionals and covering a wide variety of topic areas. The infographic presents finding on the categories and aspects of categories that present barriers including: Working Knowledge. Category Suitability.
Interview: Bill Hall, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
SPLC (Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council)
AUGUST 24, 2017
This summer, SPLC is running a Thought Leadership Interview Series in order to recognize and learn from some of the individuals involved in our work. Today we’re pleased to share our interview with Bill Hall; Head of Sustainability for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. In this role, Hall is responsible for developing and implementing FCA’s corporate sustainability vision and direction, encompassing the three aspects of economic success, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.
How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches
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.
Multi-echelon Inventory Optimization and Lean/Six Sigma
Supply Chain Action Blog
JUNE 14, 2017
The Emerging Role of Optimization in Business Decisions. For many, there was a point in the past when the idea of “optimization” used to summon images of Greek letters juxtaposed in odd arrangements kept in black boxes that spewed out inscrutable results. Optimization was sometimes considered a subject best left to impractical theorists, sequestered in small cubicles deep in the bowels of the building to which few paths led and from which there were no paths out.
A List of Must Read Procurement White Papers
Claritum
JANUARY 8, 2017
Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best must read procurement white papers and analyst reports (in no particular order of importance or preference) covering a variety of topics such as supply chain management, tail spend and the future and digitization of procurement. The Digital Supply Network. A new paradigm for Supply Chain Management.
Resistance Is Futile: Machines Are Here To Stay, Embrace Machine Learning In Supply Chain!
Solvoyo
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
I have a very good internal navigation system in my head. I hardly ever get lost, even in a city I visit the very first time. Sometimes my […]. The post Resistance Is Futile: Machines Are Here To Stay, Embrace Machine Learning In Supply Chain! appeared first on Solvoyo.
How Can IoT Help Make Supply Chains More Sustainable?
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 18, 2017
In a 2016 report, the global consulting firm Ernst & Young proclaimed that “supply chain sustainability can no longer be ignored.
The Evolution of Control Towers to Command Centers
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Are fragmented control towers hindering your supply chain’s growth and response time? Attempting to manage disruptions through various departmental control towers with basic analytic overlays hinders agility and, ultimately, your resiliency. Today’s volatile landscape requires inherent visibility across your entire value chain and the ability to orchestrate course corrections within a unified platform.
Stopping Shipping Shenanigans – The Value of Good Reporting in Your TMS
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 22, 2017
How well does your TMS drive process improvement and efficiency in transportation logistics? Any decent TMS solution helps shippers standardize workflows and automate things like rating, routing, tendering and carrier management functions. Yet, to really juice savings and operational efficiency using a TMS, a shipper has to be able to view and analyze the data a TMS collects.
Checklist for an S&OP Mindset
Supply Chain Trend
DECEMBER 19, 2017
For those of you who’ve been following supplychaintrend for a while, you know I’ve written many blogs about how mindset improves S&OP and business performance. And maybe more importantly, it can also improve employee well-being. I’m pleased that in collaboration with the leading European Supply Chain Platform – Supply Chain Movement – I developed a checklist to assess if your organisation has an effective mindset.
7 Supply Chain Lessons from Alibaba Founder Jack Ma
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 16, 2017
From its modest inception in 1999, Alibaba has now become one of the biggest e-commerce sites in the world. In this article, we will show you 7 supply chain lessons we obtain from the book "Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built" by Duncan Clark. Many people think the success of Alibaba is derived from the fact that China is one of the biggest economies on the planet with the population over 1.411 billion people (and about 400 million people are already their customers.
The Five Ts of the Global Food Supply Chain
The Network Effect
MARCH 9, 2017
by Sean Crossey The global food supply chain brings us exotic fresh foods from around the world. But the challenges. The post The Five Ts of the Global Food Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
How Compliance Can Help With Supplier Relationship Management
All Things Supply Chain
JANUARY 8, 2017
Frustration, insufficient information, and a lack of co-operation can ultimately lead to an unnecessary supply chain crisis – putting your brand reputation at risk.
Supply Chain and Logistics Trends in 2017
All Things Supply Chain
JANUARY 15, 2017
“The digital transformation is no longer just a buzzword.” This was a well-fitting conclusion from Prof. Dr. Raimund Klinker at last year’s international logistics congress in Berlin.
Transparent Tuesday: Getting Creative with Supply Chain Transparency
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 10, 2017
After just over a year, it’s time to revisit Transparent Tuesday, a blog series created in 2013 which revolves around all things transparency and its lasting impact on the supply…
3 Dangers of Resting on Your Supply Chain Laurels
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 16, 2017
It is a common phrase: “Don’t rest on your laurels.” In other words, don’t be satisfied with your past successes. Go out and strive for more.
Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
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