Management

From Whiteboard to Warehouse: Writing an Effective Warehouse Automation RFP

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 · Exotec Supercharge your warehouse performance with these key metrics and proven strategies from WERC's DC Measures Report. Download now!

The Shift from China is Leading to India

Friday, November 17, 2023 · Amy Wunderlin India has seen a 44% increase in exports to the U.S. as American companies looking to diversify their supply chains turn away from China.

Kearney Experts Publish Supply Chain Operations book

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 · Brian Straight A new book, Strong Supply Chains Through Resilient Operations, from the consultants at Kearney offers real-world examples and insight on how to build resilient supply chain operations.

The Evolution of Demand: Navigating the ‘New Customer’ in the Supply Chain Landscape

Monday, November 13, 2023 · Vivek Ghelani, director of research, Digital Supply Chain Institute The influence of the New Customer is significant, with their preferences and values having the power to redirect supply chain priorities. Supply chains need to adapt.

US Ports to Share $653M in Funding to Improve Throughput, Reduce Emissions

Monday, November 6, 2023 · Amy Wunderlin 41 U.S. ports will share in $653 million in new investment from the federal government, the Biden administration announced last week.

Get measurement right to solve supply chain’s toughest challenges

Thursday, November 2, 2023 · Stan Fawcett, Sebastian Brockhaus, Mike Knemeyer and Amydee Fawcett If you don’t measure well, you’ll never measure up. But if you get the measurement right, you will be empowered to break away from the pack.

Jabil Acquires ProcureAbility

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 · Brian Straight Global supply chain and manufacturing solutions provider Jabil has acquired procurement firm ProcureAbility for an undisclosed sum.

Inventory Pressures, Visibility Improvements Among Issues Challenging Supply Chain Managers

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 · Jeff Berman Companies are facing the desire to increase inventory risk management strategies while balancing cash flow needs according to a new McKinsey survey.

B2B Omnichannel Network Design and Inventory Positioning

Monday, October 30, 2023 · Geoffrey Allen and Shoichi Ishida The B2B foodservice distribution industry faces challenges in redesigning supply chain networks to accommodate increased complexity and flexibility without radically inflating costs.

The Astonishing Port of Laredo

Friday, October 27, 2023 · Rosemary Coates The expected continued growth in cross-border commerce with Mexico is likely to attract new investment all along the border. The nearshoring activity to Mexico and reshoring to the U.S. will continue for years to come.

SAP’s Empowering Women in Supply Chain Seeks to Elevate a New Generation of Leaders

Thursday, October 26, 2023 · Brian Straight While the percentage of women in supply chain jobs continues to grow, there remains a retention problem once they reach middle-management level positions. Darcy MacClaren of SAP is trying to change that.

Retailers Are Ready for Holiday Season

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 · Jeff Berman Most holiday inventory is already in place, says NRF’s Matthew Shay, as retailers continue to monitor consumer trends.

Fighting Fraud Requires a Multi-Step Approach

Monday, October 23, 2023 · Brian Straight Fraud remains a concern among carriers, shippers and 3PLs, but fighting back remains a complex and time-consuming process.

The Significance of Optimizing Your Supply Chain Network Design

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 · Charan Lalwani In today’s global supply chain, leaders must shift their focus toward building agility, resilience, and necessary redundancies within their respective supply chains.

GE Appliances’ CoCREATE Facility is a Hub for Community Innovation

Monday, October 16, 2023 · Brian Straight GE Appliances has opened its CoCREATE space in Connecticut. The 67,000-square-foot is part factory, part showroom, part makerspace, and all community-focused.