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Speeding up the FLOW

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock At ASCM Connect, General Stephen Lyons described new government initiatives designed to keep assets in motion

MARAD announces new initiatives to support cargo preference compliance

Monday, September 19, 2022 · SCMR Staff In addition, the Maritime Administration says it will resume publishing comprehensive federal cargo preference data.

Why the rise of 4PLs is important to you

Friday, September 16, 2022 · Matthew Becket These supply chain partners offer comprehensive planning and execution for all shipments, boosting efficiency and lowering prices.

Reducing supply chain disruption gets special attention

Thursday, September 15, 2022 · SCMR Staff A survey of procurement decision-makers shows companies are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruptions.

2022 NextGen Supply Chain Award Winners Announced

Thursday, September 15, 2022 · SCMR Staff NextGen Supply Chain Conference has proudly recognized four solution providers and four end user companies for utilizing technologies that will shape tomorrow’s supply chains during the NextGen Supply Chain Conference.

NRF and Commerce data highlights retail sales growth in August

Thursday, September 15, 2022 · SCMR Staff Commerce reported that August retail sales—at $683.3 billion—rose 0.3% compared to July. NRF said that in its calculation of retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, to focus on core retail, pointed to August retail sales…

I am a supply chain expert witness – here’s what I’ve learned

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 · Rosemary Coates Key points of contention are communications between partners, agreements that are insufficiently in writing and forecasting changes.

Supply chain resilience reaches peak of inflated expectations

Tuesday, September 13, 2022 · SCMR Staff Gartner hype cycle measure will transform to a plateau of productivity over time.

Why Outsourcing Transportation Management Is Right For You, Right Now.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022 · E2open This webinar will discuss the pros and cons of alternative outsourced logistics models (3PL, etc.) and introduce the concept of Logistics as a Service (LaaS).

RS Group introduces RS Integrated Supply

Monday, September 12, 2022 · SCMR Staff The move consolidates IESA and Synovos in a single, global MRO supply chain solutions business.

Filling a gap in Gap Inc.’s distribution strategy

Sunday, September 11, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock The new Texas facility enhances customer service in the Southwest and provides another node for the retailer’s new distribution offering.

Port of Long Beach refuels its first LNG-powered container ship

Friday, September 9, 2022 · SCMR Staff Air quality benefits from extensive reduction in emissions and carbon dioxide.

Bringing AI to inventory optimization

Friday, September 9, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock Antuit.ai is combining historical data and new sources of data with AI and machine learning to recommend promotion strategies and inventory allocation down to the shelf level.

The Gartner Top 25 on The Talking Supply Chain Podcast

Thursday, September 8, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock Listen in as Gartner’s Mike Griswold discusses this year’s list of the Top 25 Supply Chains with SCMR Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock.

Accenture acquires MacGregor Partners to expand supply chain network and fulfillment capabilities

Thursday, September 8, 2022 · SCMR Staff Acquisition brings expertise in logistics and warehouse management, as well as data visualization and digital yard solutions.