Topic: Business Management


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Open eBL: Transforming the electronic bill of lading with open-source innovation and industry collaboration

Thursday, September 19, 2024 · Vanessa Mbanefo
The Open eBL initiative represents a bold step forward in the digitization of global trade by prioritizing interoperability, cost-efficiency, and inclusivity to create a scalable solution accessible to all supply chain stakeholders.

August retail sales are up, notes Commerce and NRF

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 · 24/7 Staff
Commerce reported that total August retail sales, at $710.8 billion, increased 0.1% compared to July, while posting a 2.1% annual gain. NRF reported that its calculation of August retail sales, which is based on Census data and excludes automobile dealers, gas stations, and…

A scheduled workforce is a stable workforce

Monday, September 16, 2024 · Norman Katz
A trend to require companies to schedule workers two week’s in advance could be a cure to creating a more stable, healthier workforce.

2024 Robotics Application Conference announces session, speaker lineup

Friday, September 13, 2024 · SCMR Staff
Robotics 24/7, the web’s most comprehensive resource for robot and automation system news in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, warehouses and other industrial applications, and parent company Peerless Media, have announced the speaker and session lineup for the 2024…

Communication issues hamper supplier experience

Friday, September 13, 2024 · Brian Straight
HICX survey finds 98% of suppliers say their communications with their largest customers is in need of improvement, hampering supply chain improvement processes.

33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends: Unraveling the challenges ahead

Thursday, September 12, 2024 · SCMR Staff
As market shifts, regulatory challenges, and tech advancements reshape logistics, shippers must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. Our research team puts context around the findings inside the 33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends, and offers insight to…

Best practices—and solutions—to manage supply chain risks

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 · Marc Dantuono
When used in conjunction with comprehensive planning, implementing advanced technology, attracting and investing in top talent, and cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships, insurance solutions can help businesses better safeguard themselves when managing supply chain…

NextGen Supply Chain Conference announces Solution Provider Award winners

Monday, September 9, 2024 · Brian Straight
Agility Robotics, Westfalia Technologies, AutoScheduler.AI, and Waites Sensor Technologies will be honored at the upcoming NextGen Supply Chain Conference as Solution Provider Award winners.

Disaster supply chains depend on ALAN to get the logistics right

Thursday, September 5, 2024 · Brian Straight
ALAN is known throughout the supply chain as the organization that connects nonprofits with logistics support, but the organization also plays an ongoing role in coordinating information and other needs during times of crisis.
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Integrating inventory into air vs. ocean international transportation modal choice strategies

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Tan Miller and Emmanuel Peters
The decision to ship products via air or ocean requires more information than just a cost analysis of the two modes—it involves using inventory carrying cost and inventory investment data to make a sound choice.
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Reglobalization drives the modern supply chain network

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Brian Straight
The pursuit of low-cost networks left supply chains vulnerable to volatility. Now, they are refocusing on networks that are resilient, agile and flexible with the added focus on cost.
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Balanced supply chain management Part 3: Changing how we make decisions

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Steven A. Melnyk, Nick Little, and Lee Levy II
To address tensions within the supply chain, the supply chain manager must work beyond the confines of supply chain management, engaging with other functions within the firm as well as customers and suppliers.

Join the Real Housewives of Supply Chain, change leaders in exclusive sessions at NextGen Supply Chain Conference

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Brian Straight
For the first time, the NextGen Supply Chain Conference will be offering exclusive small-group, interactive sessions on issues women in supply chain face, how to implement change management, and the path to building resilient supply chains.
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Global footwear innovator taps 3PL expertise to boost U.S. presence

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Bridget McCrea
Sliding your feet into a pair of flip flops brings a wave of relaxation. FitFlop understands the feelings that its variety of sandals and footwear invokes, and it has been a game-changer since entering the industry in 2007. But it needed a 3PL partner that could help it…
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Use value to drive organizational change

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Brian Straight
As supply chains gained favor with the C-Suite, added scrutiny was, in some cases, an unwelcome consequence. Not only was more attention being paid to the operation, but so too was focus shifted onto cost, sustainability, and increasingly the journey to an outcome.
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