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Manufacturing Output Flat Month-to-Month, But Positive Signs Emerge

Monday, December 4, 2023 · Jeff Berman
While the Institute for Supply Management’s monthly PMI remains in negative territory for November, several sectors are beginning to show signs of recovery.

Five Significant Changes Driving the Healthcare Supply Chain’s Evolution

Monday, December 4, 2023 · Eric O’Daffer, research vice president, Gartner
Healthcare supply chains have undergone rapid change over the past 14 years as seen through Gartner’s Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 rankings.

Executives on Notice: Canadian Supply Chain Law Targets Businesses

Friday, December 1, 2023 · Amy Wunderlin
A Canadian supply chain law set to take effect Jan. 1, 2024, will place the responsibility on brands, retailers, and importers to identify and prevent child and forced labor within their supplier networks.

Can the Council on Supply Chain Resilience Secure the Nation?

Thursday, November 30, 2023 · Jeff Berman
The Biden administration has announced the Council on Supply Chain Resilience, an effort to engage the secure the nation’s most critical supply chains, including the agricultural supply chain.

Innovation Ramps Up as Firms Invest in Supply Chain

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 · Brian Straight
The average company investment in supply chain innovation has nearly doubled in 2023 compared to 2022, according to new research from Catena Solutions.

Antifragile Supply Chains Better Able to Weather Uncertainty

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 · Brian Straight
New research from Gartner finds that only 9% of supply chain organizations are able to achieve revenue gains during periods of uncertainty.

How 3PLs Ensure Fresh Produce Supply for Thanksgiving Feasts

Thursday, November 23, 2023 · Dani Etkin-Spigelman, chief revenue officer, TA Services
While most people sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table and enjoy the feast before them, few recognize the role logistics and the broader supply chain play in getting the food to the table.

Using Machine Learning to Smartly Stock Grocery Stores

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 · Duke University
Professor Kevin Shang of Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business has developed a machine-learning solution to allow grocers to stock optimal amounts of perishable food in their supply chains.

Enhance Your 3PL Operations in 2024 with the Latest Technology Solutions

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 · SCMR Staff
Streamline Your Supply Chain with Zebra & Qualcomm's Proven Solutions. Improve Efficiency, Accuracy & Resilience. Learn More!

Unlocking Shareholder Value: Mastering the Supply Chain

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 · Lee A. Clair and Steven Fox
The supply chain provides a means for mid-cap companies to improve shareholder and equity value, if they pull the right levers

October retail sales are mixed

Thursday, November 16, 2023 · LM Staff
Commerce reported that total October retail sales, at $705.0 billion, were off 0.1% compared to September and posted a 2.5% annual gain. NRF reported that October retail sales, which does not include automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, increased 3.1%…

Supply Chain Sustainability Pressures Persist

Thursday, November 16, 2023 · Brian Straight
Supply chain sustainability efforts continue to ramp up, but while companies are responding to global challenges, economic pressures are a different story.

Kearney Experts Publish Supply Chain Operations book

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 · Brian Straight
A new book, Strong Supply Chains Through Resilient Operations, from the consultants at Kearney offers real-world examples and insight on how to build resilient supply chain operations.

Drought Continues to Impact Panama Canal Transit Times

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 · Jeff Berman
Ongoing drought conditions continue to impact the ability of large cargo ships to quickly traverse the Panama Canal.

Amazon Business Survey: Procurement Budgets on the Rise for 2024

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 · Brian Straight
Amazon Business’ State of Procurement survey found that 85% of businesses plan to either increase, or maintain their procurement budgets in 2024.
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