6 Supply Chain Skills Every Manager Needs to Know
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
Supply chain is a part of almost every business. Managing it effectively is not a simple task.
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Your TMS Sucks! Here’s Why and What You Can DO About it
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
We hate to be the harbinger of bad news but we’re pretty sure your current TMS solution sucks and it is having negative ramifications for your entire organization. You’re probably saying to yourself, “I don’t feel like my TMS is horrible.” The truth though, is that you may not think so kindly of your solution once you’ve compared it to better options.
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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. .
SAP Victory or ERP Fail?
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Reading the recent news on SAP UK’s legal victory over Diageo, I couldn’t help thinking about the more fundamental issue. The post SAP Victory or ERP Fail? appeared first on The Network Effect.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.
‘New’ Supply Chain Sustainability
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 26, 2017
The Sustainable Supply Chain Foundation defines sustainable supply chain management as “integrating environmentally and financially viable practices into the complete supply chain lifecycle, from product design and development, to material…
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Journal of Commerce Highlights Ultra’s Freight Pay and Audit Expertise
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
The Journal of Commerce recently published an incisive piece detailing how US policy changes are boosting freight payment solution companies. Alan Field interviewed UltraShip’s Anthony Vitiello on the dynamics at play and how providers of freight payment and audit solutions – like the Freight Payment and Audit module of UltraShipTMS – are rising to the challenge.
Characteristics of Supply Chain Leaders vs. Laggards
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
What are the specific characteristics propelling some shippers into industry leaders while others continue to lag? Hint: it involves finding logistics IT providers whose products and services are committed to driving value beyond the confines of their perceived roles. A majority of shippers use transportation logistics automation tools like TMS, route optimizers, YMS, WMS, fleet management and freight payment & audit solutions.
The Workhorse of the Warehouse
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 2, 2017
They’ve scurried around wharves and warehouses for decades. They’re small and not much to look at, but they can lift. The post The Workhorse of the Warehouse appeared first on The Network Effect.
Supply Chain Predictions for 2017
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
By Gene Tyndall, Executive Vice President, Tompkins International Editor: There are a lot of predictions floating around at this time. The post Supply Chain Predictions for 2017 appeared first on The Network Effect.
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Most Popular Posts of 2016
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
Here’s a quick run down of our most popular posts of 2016, starting with #10 and counting down to #6. The post Most Popular Posts of 2016 appeared first on The Network Effect.
Most Popular Posts of 2016
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
In Most Popular Posts of 2016 Part 1 we counted down the top read articles of 2016 from number 10. The post Most Popular Posts of 2016 appeared first on The Network Effect.
5 Success Rules for 3PLs
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 2, 2017
by David Latona, Principal, Tompkins International Bearing a few key principles in mind can help you guide your business to. The post 5 Success Rules for 3PLs appeared first on The Network Effect.
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 distinction. . 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. .
A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
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