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Top 50 3PL Providers: 3PLs face big challenges and huge rewards in 2022

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 · Karen E. Thuermer
Just like last year, 3PLs continue to face a host of critical and pressing issues that challenge their skills at managing a client’s supply chain. And while company financials for 2021 were staggering, the state of the market in 2022 depends on the pace of global recovery—…
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Transportation innovation: Oxymoron or trend?

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 · Deanna M. Rainwater and John F. McMahon
Companies must face the harsh reality that in addition to increasing transportation capabilities, they need innovative, structurally-driven processes to meet increasing customer expectations.
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Two years of disruptions have increased the awareness of supply chains

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 · Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, Supply Chain, APQC
But “average Joes” and “supply chain pros” have differing views of the future of supply chain.

Logility to acquire network optimization provider Starboard Solutions

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 · SCMR Staff
The combined capabilities allow companies to analyze options and locate the best absolute location for future plants, warehouses and 3PLs.

Gartner survey: Supply chain organizations at public companies lead in employing people of color

Thursday, June 16, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Representation of people of color (PoC) in supply chain organizations is much higher at every level when the company is publicly held, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. and the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).

Exploring Solutions to Tackle Truck Driver Wait Times

Thursday, June 16, 2022 · C3 Solutions
The Carrier, the Shipper, the Solutions Provider, and the Data Expert will come together to share their experiences and insights while answering Dooner's tough questions on why the supply chain is still in crisis mode.

Faster, Cheaper or Greener? How do you optimize shipping and transportation?

Monday, June 13, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Learn how to reduce empty miles, manage inbound transfers and outbound shipments, and shrink your overall transportation spend through continuous improvement and optimization.

May Services PMI falls but remains in growth mode, notes ISM

Monday, June 6, 2022 · Jeff Berman
The reading for the report’s key metric—the Services PMI (formerly the Non-Manufacturing PMI)—came in at 55.9 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth) was down 1.2% from April, matching the March to April decrease. The Services PMI showed growth, at a slower rate, for…

Talking Supply Chain Podcast: Why is the supply chain broken?

Friday, May 20, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock
On this episode, Stopwatch’s Meagan Bowman discusses why the CPG supply chain is broken, along with all things startup-related. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.

Update on women in supply chain roles

Thursday, May 19, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Gartner survey shows increase in women holding C-level positions but a slight decrease in VP-level roles.

Future-Proofing the Supply Chain in 2022

Monday, May 16, 2022 · S&P Global KY3P®
Supply chains continue to be affected by global events. Find out how to navigate through these supply chain vulnerabilities.
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Don’t let negotiations upset the apple cart

Tuesday, May 3, 2022 · Stephanie P. Thomas, Monique L. Murfield and Jacqueline K. Eastman
When it comes to successful negotiations, a buyer’s history with a supply chain partner creates expectations. Any changes in that negotiation strategy can create confusion, as buyers search for explanations for deviations. Here are suggestions for actions to take when…
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Would you apply to your own job posting?

Monday, May 2, 2022 · Vojtěch Klézl and Jan Vašek
Too many job postings by procurement organizations get off on the wrong foot with inaccurate and even misleading information. Here are some tips on reducing common obstacles to finding the right people in a tight labor market.
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Buy now, pay later: Is it a supply chain thing?

Monday, May 2, 2022 · Tan Miller
Buy now/pay later is one of the hottest trends in marketing, creating new sales for organizations. It’s also creating headaches for supply chain professionals from procurement to operations.
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The CPO balanced scorecard

Monday, May 2, 2022 · Chand K (CK) Raina
How to leverage enterprise synergies in sourcing and procurement.
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