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2024 Robotics Application Conference announces session, speaker lineup

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…

Best practices—and solutions—to manage supply chain risks

When used in conjunction with comprehensive planning, implementing advanced technology, attracting and investing in top talent, and cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships, insurance…

Embracing process mining as part of your digital transformation

With SAP discontinuing support for some legacy products in 2027, the rush is on for companies to transform their digital processes for new technologies.

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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…

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…

Embracing process mining as part of your digital transformation

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 · Brian Straight
With SAP discontinuing support for some legacy products in 2027, the rush is on for companies to transform their digital processes for new technologies.

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.

Gen AI on Gartner’s Hype Cycle fast track to mainstream adoption

Friday, September 6, 2024 · Brian Straight
Gartner’s latest procurement Hype Cycle sees Gen AI reaching mainstream adoption within two years.
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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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Mapping the impact of geographic differences on global supply chain practices

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Inma Borrella, Leonard Morrison, Maria Jesus Saenz, and Eva Ponce
Global trends such as nearshoring and increasing geopolitical risks underscore the importance of companies in understanding the national and regional differences of the regions in which their supply chain partners operate.

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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When worlds collide

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Bob Ferrari
Supply chain leaders, if they have not done so already, should be aiming and aligning processes, skill levels, and supporting technology strategies that can better synchronize supply chain planning, internal and external collaboration, and customer fulfillment execution.
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The special demand optimization team

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Larry Lapide
Prior S&OP planning assumed supply was plentiful, and that forecasting could be done using historical demand. Thus, I realized that at least two special planning teams would have to be assembled to support forecasting and planning under uncertainty, and during severe…
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Can another supply chain group save us?

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Brian Straight
Back in late 2023, in response to global panic about the state of the supply chain, President Joe Biden announced the formation of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience. Now, another group has formed. Will it succeed in its mission to improve the supply chain?

August manufacturing output falls, reports ISM

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Jeff Berman

Assessing the potential of a port strike

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 · Brian Straight
Businesses may already be adjusting their supply chains in anticipation of a potential port strike that could idle 36 ports.
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