The June Services PMI, at 48.8 8 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth), fell 5.0% compared to May’s 53.8 reading, which was preceded by a 49.4 April reading that marked the first time the Services PMI contracted since December 2022, when it came in at 49 and prior to…
Managing supply chain disruptions continues to be a top priority for organizations. In fact, more than half of organizations have made it a top area of focus for their manufacturing this year. To ensure that they have the resiliency needed to manage disruptions, organizations…
Chatbots are the choice many make when implementing large language models, but for supply chains, there are better alternatives that provide more immediate value.
The report’s benchmark reading, the PMI, came in at 48.5 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 0.2% from May’s 48.7, which was down 0.5% from April’s 49.2.
Monday, July 1, 2024 · Matthew Buckingham, vice president of business development & alliances, Focal Point
With modern procurement software, API-enabled data flows, and AI-guided processes, procurement teams get to focus on what they do best: setting strategy, managing projects, and identifying spending optimization opportunities.
Friday, June 28, 2024 · Paul Lord, VP Analyst, Gartner
Delivering reliable product supply has only become more difficult in recent years with market challenges. To get back on track, organizations should focus on the development and practice of two performance management disciplines: Stock control for improved predictability…
Whether companies seek to manage complex cross-functional processes better, increase digitalization and automation, or build greater agility, planning is central to their strategic initiatives, including talent development.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 · Travis Wolf and Carl B. March
Decision Intelligence and Causal AI are underpinning a shift in the manufacturing industry, rapidly painting the future canvas of modern manufacturing.
Amy Rardin has proven successful at finding innovative solutions that lead to supply chain wins at Procter & Gamble. She will share some of that knowledge with the NextGen Supply Chain Conference audience in her keynote address.
Generative AI is reshaping the future of fulfillment. Covariant is at the forefront of that with its Robotics Foundation Models. Head of product marketing Anu Saha answers SCMR’s 6 Questions.
Retail sales continue to grow, albeit at slower rates, and as a result, brands are taking advantage of excess cargo capacity in bringing in merchandise earlier than normal.
Supply chain crunches occur precisely because they are unpredictable and expose vulnerabilities that had not previously been considered. But, it’s never a bad idea to be prepared.
Johnson & Johnson’s Luis Roman will incorporate his supply chain expertise in his keynote address at the upcoming NextGen Supply Chain conference.
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