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Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
As the specter of new tariffs on Chinese imports loom large, the toy giant’s strategic use of a diversified supply chain comes to the forefront, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.
ivalua
MARCH 24, 2021
Without digitization, many manufacturing organizations see one or more of these areas suffer due to a reliance on manual processes, a lack of collaboration with suppliers, and little to no visibility of risk during the product development process. Digitization Benefit #1: Inter-Enterprise Collaboration .
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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 30, 2023
From tech giants to manufacturing leaders, the top 10 CEOs in the supply chain industry have blazed a trail of success. The Top 10 CEOs Who Have Worked As Supply Chain Professionals 1. Tim Cook Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, has a background in operations and supply chain management. Don’t forget!
Jaggaer
MAY 8, 2025
I am a big believer in procurement getting involved as early as possible in new product development based on all the market knowledge available. The worst-case scenario is product engineering developing a new product, selecting a supplier and then telling procurement to get on with negotiation.
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 7, 2013
Is Apple Supply Chain Really the No. Surprisingly, IT research firm Gartner ranks Apple Supply Chain as the best supply chain in the world for 4 years in a row. But, is Apples Supply Chain really the number 1? 1) Apples Supply Chain Model. Supply Chain Model of Apple Inc.
Jaggaer
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
An advanced source-to-pay platform is crucial for unleashing procurement’s potential and optimizing supply chain performance. This early involvement allows procurement to provide critical market and supplier intelligence, advising on component sourcing risks that could delay production.
Procurement Heads
JUNE 20, 2023
I have been a supply chain professional for 37 years, quite precisely! I even did road construction working for the Department of Transportation one summer, not doing logistics but on a survey crew. I think for our industry, and it is likely true for many industries right now, is the growing cyber threat to our supply chain.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 23, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Should Lead the Boardroom … the Coronavirus Proves it! Chief Supply Chain Officer article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at argentus.com. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
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Supply Chain Opz
JUNE 1, 2014
Supply chain planning has been recognized as one of the best practices due to the force behind globalization and higher level of competitions. This article will explain its basic concept and some reasons why you may need the help of supply chain planning software. Is this the scope of supply chain planning?
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Supplier Collaboration: Driving Innovation and Competitive Advantage In today’s hyper-connected global economy, where supply chains span continents, and industries are interlinked globally, supplier collaboration serves as the foundation to drive innovation and create a future-ready organization. What is supplier collaboration?
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 28, 2023
In the era of the Digital Retail Revolution, adaptive supply chain management is imperative amid the surge in online retail and the social commerce boom. In addition to the ever-changing marketing landscape, the supply chain often fails. You need to integrate your supply chain management systems to meet this demand.
Procurement Leaders
MARCH 26, 2024
For many procurement and supply chain leaders, it is standard practice to involve suppliers early when developing new products and services. Part of the explanation was the then famous ‘Toyota Production System’, an approach to organising manufacturing and logistics efficiently and without waste.
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Supply Chain Opz
JUNE 1, 2014
Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. In order to accelerate the learning, this article has gathered 20+ most sought-after supply chain case studies, analyzed/categorized them by industry and the findings are presented.
Supply Chain Opz
JUNE 1, 2014
Supply chain planning has been recognized as one of the best practices due to the force behind globalization and higher level of competitions. This article will explain its basic concept and some reasons why you may need the help of supply chain planning software. Is this the scope of supply chain planning?
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
Check out What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? When I began my career there was no such thing as “Supply Chain Management” Supply Chain was not a title to be found anywhere on any organization chart. So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”?
IBM Supply Chain Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.
Supply Chain Collaborator
DECEMBER 7, 2015
December 17, 2015 – Fair Lawn, NJ – Food Logistics, the only publication dedicated exclusively to the global food and beverage supply chain, this week announced the twelfth annual FL100+ list in their November/December 2015 issue. Sowinski, editor-in-chief at Food Logistics.
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 3, 2017
What is it like to be a supply chain manager? In this article, we will show you some typical tasks that many supply chain managers do on day-to-day basis. Supply chain management is a relatively new field with lots of opportunity for people who are willing to learn and work hard.
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 17, 2015
Significant Year-Over-Year Growth Drives Emerging Logistics IT Leader to Ramp Up Staffing. June 17, 2015 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS is proud to announce the following new hires to its notable bench of transportation and logistics IT expertise.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
As the nation turns its attention to reasons for gratitude this Thanksgiving season, we here at UltraShipTMS, the Supply Chain Collaborator blog and the logistics industry in general have more than the usual reasons to be thankful. TMS and Other Logistics IT Solutions in High Demand.
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Finale Inventory
JULY 11, 2024
This is where third-party logistics, or 3PL, comes into play. Understanding Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Before exploring the various aspects of 3PL, it is important to grasp the concept itself. So, what exactly is third-party logistics? Simply put, it is the outsourcing of logistics functions to an external service provider.
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Finale Inventory
JULY 11, 2024
This is where third-party logistics, or 3PL, comes into play. Understanding Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Before exploring the various aspects of 3PL, it is important to grasp the concept itself. So, what exactly is third-party logistics? Simply put, it is the outsourcing of logistics functions to an external service provider.
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The Good Spending
AUGUST 16, 2022
Why is supply chain collaboration essential? Once, I was asked what makes the supply chain important to a company. Shadow procurement, supply chain, and logistics have become standard for many companies. The supply chain is the most collaborative function in the business.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 10, 2018
Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Making The Right Choices.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
Check out The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) In order to understand how this is starting to evolve and how it will impact and change the supply chain, let us consider 4 user cases that are emerging with early adopters in this space. However there are also significant supply chain benefits available from this.
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Jaggaer
APRIL 9, 2025
This not only includes internal data on product quality, operations, machine performance, logistics etc., but also external data such as supplier networks and performance, extended supply chains, and the environmental impact of their operations. The end result is consistent product quality.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 8, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Here at Supply Chain Game Changer our fundamental mission is to share experiences and expertise for the benefit of all. Supply chain is both deep and broad. I read multiple magazines and supply chain blogs to keep current. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
Check out The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) And all of these technologies have applicability for the Supply Chain in every business and in every industry around the world. The Digital Supply Chain vision is within our line of sight. No Supply Chain Strategy. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 27, 2016
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 Game Changer
MARCH 26, 2019
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. For a considerable portion of my career I have worked in the Manufacturing and Logistics/Distribution Industries. And the Commodity Management team clearly reported into the Supply Chain organization. appeared first on Supply Chain Game Changer™. Email Address.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2018
At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. This was my first foray into the world of supply.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 25, 2017
What will be the ramifications of this radical shift within the transportation logistics industry; and is the industry ready to accommodate such a transition? . 3D printing promises to decentralize manufacturing and is projected to further reduce the nation’s dependency on long haul supply chain movements over the road.
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 5, 2016
Her satisfaction depends on the efficiency of the supply network. It is important to recognize that a Consumer Packed Goods (CPG) company’s network determines its supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction. When designing a supply chain the following steps must be followed: Define the business objectives.
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 5, 2016
Her satisfaction depends on the efficiency of the supply network. It is important to recognize that a Consumer Packed Goods (CPG) company’s network determines its supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction. When designing a supply chain the following steps must be followed: Define the business objectives.
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 9, 2015
Making matters worse, solutions for enterprise-level businesses (like supply chain logistics IT solutions) are complex applications covering a broad array of business processes and functions. Flexing a TMS product demo to achieve this level of relevancy and personalization doesn’t happen by accident.
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
With large volume shippers relying increasingly on logistics software to reduce waste and improve cost effectiveness across their supply chains, this new upgrade delivers greater control over the way private fleet drivers are compensated and reimbursed for expenses incurred during the movement of freight.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JANUARY 9, 2023
As a global technology company, they provide networked innovation, quality, and compliance solutions to consumer brands that want to reduce supply chain risk, innovate faster, speed up business processes, and take control of data. 13.36] An overview of TraceGains – what they do and how they help their customers. “The
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 14, 2023
In supply chain management, total lead time is a crucial metric encompassing the period from customer order to delivery, be it in B2B or B2C scenarios. Production Lead Time: Encompassing manufacturing, quality control, assembly, and related processes. Improved forecasting contributes to better overall supply chain planning.
TYA Suite
MAY 13, 2025
Lower costs mean more available cash to invest in other parts of the business like marketing, product development, or hiring. How it works: Instead of maintaining a large in-house team for activities like logistics, IT support, or customer service, you outsource to specialists.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 26, 2015
For Third Straight Year Logistics IT Company Earns Top Honors for its Software and Services. June 23, 2015 – Chicago, IL – UltraShipTMS was presented with a Bronze level Stevie® Award in the Best Interface Design category in The 13th Annual American Business Awards gala event in Chicago this week.
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
It’s interesting to see the extent to which the main themes of the FSMA are dependent on the transportation logistics functions in agriculture, food manufacture and production. The main themes as defined in the FDA document are: Prevention. Inspections/Compliance and Response. Enhanced Partnerships.
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Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 19, 2015
In our hypercompetitive market environment, which is characterized by customers demanding products and services that are “faster, better, and cheaper”, the help of supply chain partners is needed. Such supplier relationships, however, do not develop by themselves.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 26, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer.
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Finale Inventory
AUGUST 20, 2024
A thorough analysis of your inventory requirements can also highlight opportunities for streamlining your supply chain and reducing costs. By identifying key products critical to your operations, you can prioritize them for bulk ordering and improve your inventory management process.
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