FedEx slumps, Amazon slows and more takeaways from a top shipping index
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
New U.S. parcel delivery data from Pitney Bowes outlines the extent of top carriers' volume declines, and what lies ahead for the sector.
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Blockchain for Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses
SCMDOJO
MARCH 28, 2023
Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. By providing a secure and transparent way to track products from their origin to their final destination, blockchain for supply chain can help increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve trust between suppliers and customers. However, implementing blockchain in your business also comes with its own set of challenges.
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PepsiCo touts AI barcode readers for distribution centers
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
The food and beverage giant is deploying machine-vision tech to drive efficiency and increase warehouse throughput.
A Data-Driven Approach to Supply Chain Resilience
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
Businesses that are thriving, rather than simply surviving, share at least one thing in common: They know the value of a data-driven approach, and are making the necessary investments to prove it.
Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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.
FMC wants ocean carriers to prove detention, demurrage charges comply with OSRA
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
Noncompliance will be handled through the agency’s enforcement process, Senior Advisor for Legislative & Public Affairs John DeCrosta told Supply Chain Dive.
Three supply chain risks that will hurt your bottom line in 2023
Spend Matters
MARCH 28, 2023
Categories: Sponsored Article , Supply Risk Tags: sponsored post Our global supply chain is complex and ever-changing, and procurement leaders are under pressure to stay ahead of risk while keeping costs low and vendors in compliance. The cadence and impact of supply chain shocks from weather disasters, supply shortages, supplier challenges and emerging compliance requirements are increasing, and there’s no crystal ball to show what lies in store any given day.
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5 things supply chain managers can do to contribute to humanitarian relief
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MARCH 28, 2023
When it comes to disaster relief, supply chains are critical. Here’s what to know about working with relief organizations.
Challenges of today’s monolithic data architecture
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MARCH 28, 2023
The challenges organizations are facing today with data are multi-faceted. There is more data than ever before, in multiple locations, in varying forms and of poor quality. To add even more complexity, the uses of data have become more varied. The input data being used for decision support and business intelligence might also be used for developing machine learning models.
New FDA policy would let manufacturers use salt substitutes
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
The proposed rule would make the standards of identity for 140 products more flexible, but would not require reformulation to reduce sodium content.
What is Sourceable Spend?
Procurement Software
MARCH 28, 2023
Around 60% of a company’s revenue is spent on goods and services from external suppliers in most mature businesses. But how much of this is sourceable spend? And how much of what your organisation purchases is actually spend that’s addressable, or currently being actively managed? If these terms are confusing to you, then read on. I’m going to explain everything and help you to get to grips with the different types of spend in your organisation.
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report
Advertiser: GEP
The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
San Pedro Bay ports receive $110M for training facility
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
The collaborative project will enable the ports to upskill their workforce to address changing needs in the logistics industry.
Savvy finance leaders have procurement on their radar
Bonfire
MARCH 28, 2023
Mitigating risk is one of the most important responsibilities an organization’s finance leader has. So why do so few pay close attention to procurement, an area bristling with risk? Can they trust that others in their organizations are looking after those risks, or is this a potentially dangerous blind spot for them? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the risks inherent in public sector procurement and why finance leaders should care.
FDA expects COVID-related shortages to normalize this year
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
Shortages of home-use ventilators and clinical sample concentrators are expected to continue.
[Pod] Facilitating Differentiated Decision Making | Part 2: ESG Analytics w/ Heta Pirttijärvi
Art of Procurement
MARCH 28, 2023
In this four-part special series, host Philip Ideson speaks with members of the Sievo team. In each episode, we discover. The post [Pod] Facilitating Differentiated Decision Making | Part 2: ESG Analytics w/ Heta Pirttijärvi appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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
KB Home says supply constraints caused more building delays
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2023
The homebuilding company faced shortages of transformers and electrical equipment in Q1, slowing construction schedules.
Aging Shadow Fleet Carrying Russian Oil Poses Disaster Risk
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
The aftermath of European Union sanctions on Russia mean that some older vessels may not be properly inspected and maintained, leading to a catastrophic accident at sea.
Influencing Behavior 101
Shapiro Negotiations Institute
MARCH 28, 2023
Influencing behavior is an important skill for those who work in sales and negotiations. Understanding the factors that influence behavior is critical for promoting a positive work culture, increasing productivity, and improving efficiency. This article will look at the four types of behavior, the factors and the forces that influence behavior. In addition, we will outline a four-step influencing people’s behavior model that you can use to improve your negotiation skills.
Watch: The Evolving Landscape in Warehouse Automation
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
Because the labor shortage is expected to continue, warehouse operators must consider investment in robotics, says Stanislas Normand, managing director of Exotec.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
Influencing Behavior 101
Shapiro Negotiations Institute
MARCH 28, 2023
Influencing behavior is an important skill for those who work in sales and negotiations. Understanding the factors that influence behavior is critical for promoting a positive work culture, increasing productivity, and improving efficiency. This article will look at the four types of behavior, the factors and the forces that influence behavior. In addition, we will outline a four-step influencing people’s behavior model that you can use to improve your negotiation skills.
China Spent $240bn on Belt and Road Bailouts From 2008 To 2021, Study Finds
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
The share of Beijing’s overseas lending directed to borrowers in financial distress increased from 5% in 2010 to 60% in 2022, according to the study.
Port of Savannah adding 55 hybrid yard cranes
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MARCH 28, 2023
New machines produce 50% fewer emissions.
Alibaba to Split Into Six Groups and Explore IPOs
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
The reorganization marks a dramatic overhaul of one of China’s largest private companies, one that was once valued at over $800 billion.
Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management
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When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.
The Potential of Predictive Procurement Orchestration
Arkestro
MARCH 28, 2023
Resources / Blog / The Potential of Predictive Procurement Orchestration The Potential of Predictive Procurement Orchestration Welcome to the 2020’s, the same decade that George Jetson from the cartoon “The Jetsons” was born. While we are still far off from a future with flying cars and home robots, many of the technologies predicted in the show – think flat screen televisions, video calls, and drones – have become a reality.
Ramaphosa Asks Ports Operator for Plan to End Logistics Crisis
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2023
The embattled company has struggled with major inefficiencies that have led to traffic being redirected to ports outside South Africa.
The Potential of Predictive Procurement Orchestration
Arkestro
MARCH 28, 2023
Welcome to the 2020’s, the same decade that George Jetson from the cartoon “The Jetsons” was born. While we are still far off from a future with flying cars and home robots, many of the technologies predicted in the show – think flat screen televisions, video calls, and drones – have become a reality. One such prediction was that robotic automation would seep into the 21st century workplace, taking over everything for us.
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