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Digitalization in the logistics industry: Be the Puppeteer, not the Puppet

All Things Supply Chain

Statements regarding digitalization and the accompanying changes to workplaces are often contradictory: some people imagine outlandish deserted factories and warehouses and proclaim the digital transformation as a job killer.

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5 Reasons to Integrate Cell-Based Freight-Location Solutions with TMS

Supply Chain Collaborator

Companies like MacroPoint, FourKites and others offer the next generation of freight tracking capabilities, leveraging the latest mobile device tech and web-based apps to yield up-to-the-minute location information for over the road freight shippers, carriers and 3PLS. These new, easy to implement, low-cost offerings can work either in lieu of – or even more effectively in conjunction with – in-cab telematics systems and EDI making them very attractive to transportation users of all strip

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How to Lead Change with Minimal Resistance

The Network Effect

Leading change is not easy. One of the difficulties is gaining support from staff members. Communicating the rational for change and repeating your message is important in order to gain staff support. Explain the Change The first step is to begin on a positive note and be convinced yourself that the change is for the […]. The post How to Lead Change with Minimal Resistance appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Cloud-Based TMS Helps Develop Sustainable Relationships in Transportation Logistics

Supply Chain Collaborator

Tom Cook has authored nineteen books on global trade and supply chain. The June issue of American Shipper magazine published an article by Cook on developing sustainable relationships which this blogger found to be compelling because most of the advice his piece provides can be realized via the use of good, cloud-based TMS software. So with a hat tip to Mr.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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.

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Trends in Food Packaging

The Network Effect

by Shalu Jain Senior Marketing Executive at DCGPAC Emerging Trends in Food and Beverage Packaging The food packaging industry always proves to be highly competitive and vibrant. The industry is always refreshing itself and on the look-out for packaging materials and technology that offers enhanced convenience and longer shelf life to consumers. The food industry […].