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A Window on the Post-Pandemic Knowledge-Driven Economy

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 · Mostafa Sayyadi Most importantly, the stakeholders have a strong influence on executive decision-making and company performance pertains directly with them.

Manufacturing Growth Through Acquisition: What to Know and What to Ask

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 · David Braun Reporting has shown that manufacturing secured $36 billion in total deal value in Q1 of 2021, compared to $17 billion in Q1 of 2020. Clearly, investments through mergers and acquisitions are happening again but what is the best way to identify the right company to determine…

Only Four-in-10 Shoppers Completely Trust Retailers to Fulfill Orders as Promised

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 · SCMR Staff Zebra Technologies Corporation, today released the findings of its 14th Annual Global Shopper Study, confirming there is a large trust gap between shoppers and retailers.

ISM reports October manufacturing output remains solid

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 · Jeff Berman In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, was 60.8 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), off 0.3% from September’s 61.1 reading. This represented the 17th consecutive month of growth, at a faster rate, coupled…

AI-Driven Parts Sourcing to Optimize Supply Chain Efficiency

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 · MMH Staff Join our webinar to explore how AI for parts sourcing helps Procurement to make intelligent make-or-buy decisions and optimize supply chains.

GSC Logistics Steps up Growth Plans to Meet Cargo Surge

Monday, November 1, 2021 · SCMR Staff Trucking giant GSC Logistics said today it’s accelerating growth plans to manage a U.S. West Coast import onslaught.

Imaginnovate Partners With eTrac to Streamline Final-mile

Monday, November 1, 2021 · SCMR Staff Logistics technology innovators Imaginnovate and eTrac today announced a partnership intended to further automate final-mile shipment delivery. Imaginnovate said its Fleet Enable software would link with eTrac’s data integration platform to connect shippers and carriers.

Dachser Switches Completely to Green Electricity

Friday, October 29, 2021 · SCMR Staff As of January 1, 2022, Dachser will be purchasing only electricity generated from renewable resources.

Managing the Risk of Modern Slavery in Your Third-Party Ecosystem

Friday, October 29, 2021 · Hanne McBlain The United Nations and international labor organizations estimate that more than 40 million people worldwide are subject to modern slavery, including forced labor, debt bondage, forced marriage, slavery and slavery-like practices and human trafficking.

November Brings New Supply Chain Challenges

Friday, October 29, 2021 · Patrick Burnson As we enter a new month, SCMR takes a look back to significant trends in October.

NRF forecast calls for a record holiday retail sales season

Thursday, October 28, 2021 · Jeff Berman NRF stated that a record year could be on tap for 2021 holiday retail sales (NRF defines holiday sales as sales from November 1-December 31, excluding automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants), projecting an increase between 8.5%-to-10.5%, coming in between…

Supply Chain Managers Must Balance Investments in Nascent, Evolving and Mature Capabilities

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 · SCMR Staff With limited budgets at their disposal, and CEOs demanding to focus on cost optimization while also improving resilience, chief supply chain officer (CSCO) investments must be split in-between capabilities of different maturity, according to Gartner, Inc.

Strengthening the Chain

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 · Dan Alabre, Director, Pinkerton At a moment when supply chains are more fragile—and more disrupted—than at any other time in recent history, there are few more pressing priorities for logistics professionals and executive decision-makers than understanding current trends, recognizing common blind spots,…

Are you registered for the NextGen Conference?

Monday, October 25, 2021 · Bob Trebilcock Our third annual technology conference kicks off virtually November 2.

Congestion, Expanded Operations Challenge U.S. Cargo Port Efficiency

Friday, October 22, 2021 · Patrick Burnson According to Fitch Ratings, U.S. cargo ports continue to see strong revenue performance as a result of sustained congestion and record volume.