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How to build an intelligent supply chain
Building a cognitive system is not just about the software or tools in place, but also about the decisions made along the way.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Feb. 27, 2018 -
4 ways to boost productivity with minimal spend
A strong economy means surges in orders, inventories and backlogs. But does this have to be the case?
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 27, 2018 -
Kraft Heinz says 2018 will start its journey to best-in-class operations
From zero-based budgeting to better integrated planning, the company outlined its goals in a 77-slide presentation this month. Here's a brief overview.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 27, 2018 -
Solving for the last mile is retail's next big disruption
Amazon could move the needle for delivery solutions, but will others follow suit, or even be able to keep up?
Lara Ewen • Feb. 27, 2018 -
Buyers must learn to manage the 4 stages of product lifecycles
All products become obsolete at some point. Learning how to spot and manage that is a core skill.
Rich Weissman • Feb. 26, 2018 -
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Chain Reaction: Consumers aren't crazy about self-driving cars
Corporate America views 2018 optimistically, and a new rule that would accelerate pork supply chains has a few downsides.
Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 23, 2018 -
To strategically increase your city's cyber resiliency, take a page from Rotterdam
The city of Rotterdam leads the way internationally on cyber resiliency in its port system, which relies extensively on automation and digitization of logistics operations.
Chris Teale • Feb. 22, 2018 -
Managing the curbside in the age of e-commerce and congestion
Online retailers and delivery companies often shoulder the blame for urban congestion, but they're not the primary culprit.
Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Case study: How Tesla changed the auto industry
Why is Tesla so polarizing to investors and the media? As one of the auto industry's biggest disruptors, the company can tell us a lot about the state of operations and innovation.
Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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Under Armour seeks to simplify operations after a tough 2017
The company will invest up to $130 million in restructuring efforts and manage 25% fewer SKUs this year amid transition to a direct-to-consumer business model.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Warehouse technology: Cornerstone of the new supply chain
The warehouse of the future will focus on the rapid movement of products made possible by new technologies hitting the market today.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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How the auto industry gave rise to the 'Tier 0.5' supplier
The rise of electric and autonomous vehicles is changing the relationship between automakers and their suppliers.
Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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How suppliers are innovating to keep pace with the auto industry
New manufacturing processes, computer systems and designs are driving suppliers to innovate so they don't get left behind.
Craig Guillot • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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Electric cars, e-commerce present logistical challenges for automakers
At the same time, technology and sensors can help make the automotive industry more efficient.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Moving parts: How the automotive industry is transforming
Technology, regulation and an ever-changing industry are shifting the ways automakers do business.
Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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Chain Reaction: AI is taking over business; infrastructure plan response lukewarm
This week's chain reactions involve lots of reports and lots of data, but most importantly, they show some fascinating intersections between technology and regulation in the supply chain.
Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 16, 2018 -
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ELD: It's not just affecting trucking
The rise of intermodal transport means a trucking regulation is also impacting ocean shipping.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Feb. 15, 2018 -
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Amazon could shake up healthcare supply chains
While its ambitions aren't well known, the company’s famous (or infamous) disruption could find an entry point in hospital supply chains for a few reasons.
Jeff Byers and Shannon Muchmore • Feb. 14, 2018 -
Valentine's Day is a tale of supply chain expertise
It’s also an opportunity to test your team’s demand planning efficiency.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 13, 2018 -
Supply chains are reorganizing at breakneck speeds
As consumers at the end of supply chains demand more, companies are re-evaluating whether network design still fits the mold. The answer is often no.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 13, 2018 -
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How the 'sell more, spend less' model worked for HanesBrands
The company's restructuring plan to use internal assets allowed it to stay afloat in the age of e-commerce.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 13, 2018 -
What an Amazon shipping service means for 3PLs
If Amazon does launch a shipping service, only the most tech-savvy 3PLs may be able to compete.
Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 12, 2018 -
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Chain Reaction: Sleep apnea is still a headache; blockchain could help end modern slavery
Regulators are targeting sleep apnea, but the freight industries' eyes are peeled for the new infrastructure bill set to be released Feb. 12.
Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 9, 2018 -
Whole Foods' supply chain nightmare
It’s been a tough couple of weeks for the recently acquired grocer.
Edwin Lopez • Feb. 6, 2018 -
Is ERP supply chain software on the way out?
Here is your quick guide to the evolving supply chain software market.
Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Feb. 6, 2018
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