All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Back in the office, reviewing my notes from my first visit to the international logistics congress in Berlin, I am impressed by the amount of inspirational keynotes, new ideas and innovations for the logistics and supply chain sector I learned about at the event. At an early stage of. read more >>.
Supply Chain Trend
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Mental Toughness is a personality trait which is emerging as the key to understanding how people respond to and perform under stress, pressure and challenge. Mental Toughness explains up to 25% in the variation of an individual’s performance. It is also a significant factor in individual and team health and well-being. Mental toughness has been used in elite sport psychology for over 20 years to increase performance.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 4, 2016
Food Producer & Distributor Implements Transportation Management System Software – Expanding Footprint of the NJ-Based Logistics IT Provider among Leading US Food Shippers. October 6, 2016 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS proudly announces the latest addition to its “mushrooming” roster of valued client companies – Giorgio Foods Xpress. Beginning as a mushroom grower in 1928, Giorgio expanded into a fully integrated grower, processor and distributor of fresh, frozen, canned and jarred f
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 12, 2016
The new age of the so-called Internet of Things (aka IoT) is about to be ushered in and brings with. The post SCM 2.0: How the Internet of Things Will Change Everything appeared first on The Network Effect.
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.
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 5, 2016
Supply chain management is not an easy subject. To help you become successful, we have put together 50 online resources that you will definitely find helpful. Background Supply chain management is a relatively new discipline. You may feel that not all necessary information is available at your finger tips. You may have to spend lots of time in libraries to gather information, try to understand strange terminology and try to figure out how to draw useful information.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 9, 2016
Let’s start with a quick premise review. The supply chain starts with the inception of the product and ends with the happy and loyal customer. Everything between these two ends belongs to the world of supply chain management.
Purchasing & Procurement Zone brings together the best content for professionals in the purchasing and procurement field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Supply Chain Trend
OCTOBER 31, 2016
Introduction. In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. However, S&OP has not yet substantially delivered on its ultimate promise of enterprise wide resource management, rolling financial forecasting and strategy deployment. Whatever maturity model or consultancy support companies use, S&OP seems to get stuck. Worse, overall S&OP development and progress seems to have stalled.
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Back in the office, reviewing my notes from my first visit to the international logistics congress in Berlin, I am impressed by the amount of inspirational keynotes, new ideas and…
All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 9, 2016
Let’s start with a quick premise review. The supply chain starts with the inception of the product and ends with the happy and loyal customer.
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 11, 2016
Sometimes the signals issued by the economy are completely contrary, making planning for the next quarter a dicey proposition. The US economy is currently experiencing one such period. There is strong evidence in support of growth and equally persuasive evidence indicating weakness. Where do things really stand? How should American businesses proceed given the confusing messages?
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?
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Global Leader in Door Manufacturing Implements Transportation Management System Software. October 25, 2016 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS proudly announces the latest addition to its growing roster of valued client companies – Masonite International. Masonite, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of interior doors and entry door systems, has chosen to implement the UltraShipTMS platform for transportation management after an exhaustive search and comparison of several leading TMS solution p
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 27, 2016
Would you order a cheeseburger at your local Chinese restaurant? Probably not. The Wall Street Journal reports electronics makers like Jabil Circuit Inc., a key supplier of components to Apple, and Flextronics International are among a recent spate of electronics manufacturers entering the supply chain software business. There are enough critical considerations to weigh when choosing between providers with a historical background in supply chain automation.
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 20, 2016
Millennial workers are simultaneously praised and criticized for their mindset when it comes to participating in the modern workforce. To a very large extent, the effects of emerging technology on the workplace and how it influences the nature of how work is performed are at the root of this praise and criticism. Smart supply chain management organizations are embracing both the new technologies and the millennial workforce’s perspective , leveraging cloud TMS and other cloud solutions to main
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 19, 2016
As we wrote in an article back in April 2016, one of the world’s smallest and poorest countries, Rwanda, was. The post Rwanda Races Ahead in Commercial Drone Deliveries appeared first on The Network Effect.
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
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Recent testimony before Congress exposed an unsettling truth about America’s most advanced defense system. And while nuclear missiles may seem. The post Nuclear Missiles and Your Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Hurricane Matthew caused damage up the East Coast of the United States, wreaking havoc on buildings, infrastructure, and supply chains. The post Hurricane Matthew’s Impact by the Numbers appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 6, 2016
The United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union has sent shock waves around the globe as businesses and governments. The post Will Brexit Beat Up Global Supply Chains? appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 19, 2016
By Sara Shingleton, Senior Consultant, Tompkins International According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are on average more. The post Warehouse Safety: Fire Risk Reduction and Response appeared first on The Network Effect.
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The Network Effect
OCTOBER 6, 2016
Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing strategies bring tremendous value to companies employing them, but are they missing out on the huge opportunity. The post Extending JIT Value Beyond Enterprise Boundaries appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 12, 2016
Choosing the right partner for your business is among the important components for a long term success. And this applies. The post 5 Tips for Choosing a Winning International Cargo Service appeared first on The Network Effect.
The Network Effect
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Hurricane Matthew caused damage up the East Coast of the United States, wreaking havoc on buildings, infrastructure, and supply chains. The post Hurricane Matthew’s Impact by the Numbers appeared first on The Network Effect.
Supply Chain Trend
OCTOBER 14, 2016
The Net Promoter Score (NPS) measures the loyalty that exists between a provider and a consumer. The provider can be a company, employer or any other entity. The provider is the entity that is asking the questions on the NPS survey. The consumer is the customer, employee, or respondent to an NPS survey. ( Wikipedia ). Based on a single question, the NPS approach devises the results in to three groups: Promoters : likely to exhibit value creating behaviours.
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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