March, 2018

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The Complexities and Challenges of a Fresh Food Supply Chain

All Things Supply Chain

On March 6th, McDonald’s announced the decision to start using fresh beef in the Quarter Pounder at all locations in the contiguous United States.

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The key elements of an effective S&OP mindset

Supply Chain Trend

Most of us like to achieve high performance consistently and at any time. However, often we can be highly effective at one time, and other times we’re very unproductive. Research shows that there are five attributes that either positively or negatively impact our performance variation for a task or a challenge. Abilities : what are the skills and resources I need?

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EazyStock vs your ERP: Who wins the inventory management battle?

EazyStock

?. One of the most common questions we receive is “We already have an ERP inventory module. Why do we need EazyStock?” Who could answer better than one of our customers who uses EazyStock with Dynamics NAV? “Through better inventory management, we’ve been able to support our stock management and procurement processes much better, which has even resulted in higher profits!

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Why Your Supply Chain Needs Blockchain

The Network Effect

How blockchain technology can improve your supply chain Today, there is much buzz about blockchains in various industries. Business leaders. The post Why Your Supply Chain Needs Blockchain appeared first on The Network Effect.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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Food Shippers: Do This One Thing Before Hiking Prices

Supply Chain Collaborator

The lede from a recent Wall Street Journal article blares, “ Some of the biggest food suppliers are struggling to manage soaring logistics costs in a fast-changing consumer market. General Mills Inc. is the latest big company to succumb to tight capacity and rising prices in shipping markets, saying its freight costs neared 20-year highs in February while spending for its ingredients was also on the upswing.

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Effective Traceability for Responsible Pulp, Paper, & Packaging

SupplyShift

Paper and packaging is, in some ways, a unique commodity. Unlike other commodities, paper, pulp, and packaging are critical for every industry, from coffee to furniture. Coincidentally, paper and packaging as a commodity also has an outsized impact on natural resources and is one of the more visible areas of impact for many companies. In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase i

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S&OP mindset shows a lack of pro-activity and long term focus

Supply Chain Trend

Some companies run their Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) with great effectiveness. However, too often S&OP maturity and performance stalls, even when the supporting S&OP processes and systems are properly implemented. S&OP culture and leadership has often been proposed as a mechanism to improve S&OP performance. More specifically, Tuomikangas and Kaipia (2014) suggest that this includes “ the organizational mind-set and practices that facilitate and advance formal plan

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Air Traffic Control Privatization: Will It Solve Anything?

Supply Chain Brain

Proponents of a privatized ATC say the move is necessary to eliminate the delays and congestion that are plaguing airports and traffic lanes across the country. Opponents call the idea a power grab by airlines, who would be able to discriminate against smaller communities and further disadvantage the beleaguered air traveler. But Michael Baiada has a more nuanced view.

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Blockchain: The Super Spreadsheet for Supply Chains

The Network Effect

Blockchain offers the supply chain a radical upgrade to the old standby of the spreadsheet The logistics industry is notoriously. The post Blockchain: The Super Spreadsheet for Supply Chains appeared first on The Network Effect.

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UltraShipTMS named a “Notable TMS Vendor” in Gartner’s 2018 Magic Quadrant Report on Transportation Management Systems

Supply Chain Collaborator

For the Second Consecutive Year, UltraShipTMS Recognized in Highly-Regarded industry Report. March 21, 2018 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS has again earned recognition as a notable vendor of enterprise transportation management systems and associated logistics IT solutions in Gartner’s esteemed Magic Quadrant report for Transportation Management Systems.

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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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4 Elements of a Successful Supply Chain Transparency Strategy

SupplyShift

As corporate priorities evolve , large enterprises have realized that supply chain transparency is not only a critical aspect of brand image, but is also of paramount importance for the bottom line. However, achieving transparency at first appears to be a daunting task, as most companies have little to no visibility of their supply chains beyond their direct suppliers.

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Data Sharing in Procurement – Think Bigger!

All Things Supply Chain

Collecting data is part of what makes the big players like Google and Facebook so successful.

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Mental toughness in business planning; a mindset benchmark

Supply Chain Trend

Some companies run their Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) with great effectiveness. However, too often S&OP maturity and performance stalls, even when the supporting S&OP processes and systems are properly implemented. S&OP culture and leadership has often been proposed as a mechanism to improve S&OP performance. More specifically, Tuomikangas and Kaipia (2014) suggest that this includes “ the organizational mind-set and practices that facilitate and advance formal plan

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Showcase Your Company's Supply Chain Excellence — Three Days to Submit

Supply Chain Brain

Submissions consist of case studies describing your company's supply chain innovation that emphasize innovative and measurable results. Finalists are asked to present their case studies at CSCMP's 2018 EDGE Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Submissions. You must be a CSCMP member to submit a case study. Join today for the opportunity to showcase your innovation to a global community of supply chain leaders.

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Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

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.

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Restaurant Supply Chain: The Secret Weapon Against Diner Defection?

The Network Effect

“Maybe we should try somewhere else tonight.” That’s something you as a restaurant company manager would never want your loyal. The post Restaurant Supply Chain: The Secret Weapon Against Diner Defection? appeared first on The Network Effect.

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UltraShipTMS Releases Update to Award-Winning Transportation Management System (TMS) Software Platform

Supply Chain Collaborator

Significant Updates in Version 5.14 Successfully Deployed – Efforts Already Under Way in Support of Version 5.15 to be Released Later in 2018. March 22, 2018 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS development teams successfully rolled out UltraShipTMS version 5.14 several days ago and product teams report the new version has achieved stable, steady-state operation for all customers on the platform.

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Effective Traceability for Responsible Pulp, Paper, & Packaging

SupplyShift

Paper and packaging is, in some ways, a unique commodity. Unlike other commodities, paper, pulp, and packaging are critical for every industry, from coffee to furniture. Coincidentally, paper and packaging as a commodity also has an outsized impact on natural resources and is one of the more visible areas of impact for many companies. In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase i

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PRESS RELEASE: NGO Evaluates & Recommends Best Supplier Sustainability Ratings Tools

SPLC (Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/27/2018. CONTACT: Cuchulain Kelly, 803 323 7453, Cuchulain@sustainablepurchasing.org. New Market Research Shows Best Tools for Rating Suppliers’ Sustainability. Washington, DC – The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) released a free market research guide that allows organizations to easily identify high-quality tools for rating the sustainability of their suppliers.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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5 Things I Learned as a Data Scientist

Solvoyo

If you ask a kid what they want to be when they go grow, is the answer ever “A data scientist?” Well, at least when I […]. The post 5 Things I Learned as a Data Scientist appeared first on Solvoyo.

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Businesses Face Unanswered Questions a Year From Brexit — a Sector by Sector Analysis

Supply Chain Brain

More than half of large companies have already put emergency contingency plans into action, according to a new survey, and in key sectors such as insurance and transport there are warnings of higher prices and disruption for customers if the fragile truce breaks down. British and EU governments last week agreed to postpone discussions over Northern Ireland in order to provisionally agree that a 21-month transition phase could begin after March 2019, but only so long as outstanding disagreements

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How to Optimize Port Throughput in Global Supply Chains

The Network Effect

Ports play a critical role in international trade, yet they remain major sources of friction in global supply chains. It’s. The post How to Optimize Port Throughput in Global Supply Chains appeared first on The Network Effect.

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This May Seem Obvious to Experienced Transportation Managers but…

Supply Chain Collaborator

Question: How will any potential increase in gas taxes be reflected in your fuel surcharge as a shipper? The fuel surcharge in UltraShipTMS is automatically updated based on the published national average. How can transportation managers act to mitigate the cost increase likely to materialize? . Whether you agree or disagree with the idea of raising taxes to fund upgrades to America’s crumbling infrastructure, everyone in the transportation industry can agree the work needs to be done to impr

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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4 Elements of a Successful Supply Chain Transparency Strategy

SupplyShift

As corporate priorities evolve , large enterprises have realized that supply chain transparency is not only a critical aspect of brand image, but is also of paramount importance for the bottom line. However, achieving transparency at first appears to be a daunting task, as most companies have little to no visibility of their supply chains beyond their direct suppliers.

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Improving On-Time and In-Full Performance

The Network Effect

Ensuring On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) deliveries was a top priority for companies in 2017 and has continued to be the number. The post Improving On-Time and In-Full Performance appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Restaurant Supply Chain: The Secret Weapon Against Diner Defection and Profit Protector?

The Network Effect

“Maybe we should try somewhere else tonight.” That’s something you as a restaurant company manager would never want your loyal. The post Restaurant Supply Chain: The Secret Weapon Against Diner Defection and Profit Protector? appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Robots in the Warehouse: A Progress Report

Supply Chain Brain

The trend within many warehouses and distribution centers today is clearly toward the use of more robots and fewer people. In fact, the most recent peak holiday shopping season found robots performing better, and in great numbers, than ever before. So what jobs are robots actually doing? And where do humans fit in? On this episode, we get a report card on robots in the warehouse from Karen Leavitt, chief marketing officer with Locus Robotics.

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Exploring the Advantages and Hurdles of Direct Store Deliveries

Direct Store Delivery, or DSD, is a common practice among global suppliers and retailers – like PepsiCo, Frito Lay, CVS, and Dollar General – and its popularity is growing, with the global DSD market expected to reach $1.19 trillion by 2027. Download this eBook for exclusive insights into direct store deliveries, challenges, benefits, and future trends.

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Cheerios Maker Is Latest Victim of Trucker Shortage

Supply Chain Brain

The maker of Cheerios cereal and Progresso soup lowered its full-year profit forecast, citing higher freight and commodity expenses. Operational costs have also risen as the company grapples with an industrywide grocery price war. General Mills is the latest company to cite higher shipping costs as a major headwind in 2018, joining Hershey Co., Tyson Foods Inc., Kellogg Co. and others.

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Big Health-Care Players Are Turning Their Partners Into Prey

Supply Chain Brain

Then, in 2016, 20 percent of Komoto’s business vanished, practically overnight. The insurer Centene Corp. purchased the health plan that covered his patients — many of them Hispanic farm workers who had developed a level of trust with Komoto’s traveling nurses. Centene had its own mail-order pharmacy, and it told the patients to go there instead, he said.

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Clear Sailing for Ocean Carriers in 2018 — If They Don’t Blow It

Supply Chain Brain

The World Trade Organization’s latest release of its World Trade Outlook Indicator shows merchandise trade volume experiencing above-average growth in early 2018. “Strong results for air freight, container shipping and export orders in particular suggest that, while the trade recovery may moderate in due course, it will likely continue in the coming months and remain above trend,” the report says.

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Ending Slavery in Supply Chains, Part 2: An Action Plan for Business

Supply Chain Brain

No global supply chain, with its multiple geographies, partners and supplier tiers, can ever be deemed 100-percent “risk-free.” But that’s no reason not to strive for that goal – especially when it comes to the elimination of slavery from supply chains. Companies must shift their emphasis from reactive to proactive, says Brian Alster, global head of supply and compliance with Dun & Bradstreet.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

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.