Tuesday, August 15, 2023 · Jeff Berman
Commerce reported that July retail sales, at $696.4 billion, were up 0.7%, from June to July, and up 3.2% annually. NRF reported that July retail sales, which does not include automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, rose 1% on a seasonally-adjusted basis over…
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 · Rosemary Coates
The temptation to reshore manufacturing is growing, but there are pitfalls that can derail a project if proper planning is not part of the process.
Monday, August 14, 2023 · Brian Straight
To make better informed decisions, companies must expand the equation to understand the cost of risks associated with quality, warranty, inventory, write-offs, and lead time, including ESG factors and service levels says AlixPartners, in a new report detailing the supply…
Friday, August 11, 2023 · Bob Trebilcock
Each business approaches sustainability differently, so how does a leading retailer do it? At Macy’s, it’s about people, environmental impact, and bringing sustainable products to life for customers.
Thursday, August 10, 2023 · Steven Lutzer
A chief procurement officer offers organizations a specialist focused on managing spend, but not all organizations have such a position.
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 · Brian Straight
A strong U.S. dollar, and COVID-related lockdowns in China, allowed the U.S. to generate more revenue from parcel shipments in 2022 than China, but overall parcel volume growth is slowing.
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 · Charles Edwards, vice president, SASI World
From a financial perspective, theft reduction is clearly reflected on a company’s profit and loss statement and balance sheet. What is also needed is a recognition of the value of continuous education and training of managers and staff to combat criminal efforts to disrupt…
Monday, August 7, 2023 · By Adam Hirschfeld, vice president of sales, Workrise
No matter which team you look at — operations, supply chain, logistics, you name it — if you can’t see how you are tracking in real time, you don’t have the data to know whether the prices you’re paying align to the market in a given category.
Friday, August 4, 2023 · Brian Straight
The Association for Supply Chain Management has introduced a new supply chain credential for those looking to learn best practices, knowledge and the skills needed to lead transformation projects.
Friday, August 4, 2023 · Bob Trebilcock
Macy’s has doubled down on strategies it put in place before the pandemic, and now it is maximizing inventory and margins.
Thursday, August 3, 2023 · SCMR Staff
In this webcast, learn how aThingz stitches the financial elements of Logistics, right from planning through the invoice process.
Thursday, August 3, 2023 · Brian Straight
A new survey of 500 transportation leaders finds most expect stable, but slightly above normal rates and plenty of capacity over the next 12 months.
Wednesday, August 2, 2023 · Charles Edwards, vice president, SASI World
Artificial intelligence can change how we move air cargo – using education instead of training is the recommended approach to prepare for the changes.
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 · Brian Straight
There remains a gap between how customers believe the supply chain is functioning and how supply chain executives believe it is performing.
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