While most supply chain employees seem happy in their careers, there are some areas where companies can improve employee engagement and the workplace environment to reduce turnover.
The use of a 3PL offers flexibility and scalability while bringing fulfillment and distribution expertise and at the ready software systems. But just like not all brands make every consumer product in their vertical, let alone in the market, not all 3PLs are set up for all…
Retailers are notorious for either having too much or too little stock, but new technology and data collection may be the answer to getting inventory just right.
Disruption is the new norm within the supply chain, but with C-suite backing, and the right decisions, supply chain managers can better prepare their organizations for the inevitable.
Monday, January 8, 2024 · Jason Miller and Yemisi Bolumole
The bullwhip effect is used by many economists to explain current inventory market dynamics, but it is another term – inventory accelerator – that more accurately reflects what is happening.
Disruption has significantly altered the landscape for procurement leaders, challenging their ability to maintain stable supply chains and make strategic decisions. There are some options, though, to help mitigate the challenges.
Nearly 75% of companies plan to reduce their share of sourcing from China, with the U.S. and Mexico appearing to be the big winners according to an AlixPartners survey.
As we head into 2024, top 10 supply chain lists feature the usual suspects: technology, visibility, AI. But a focus on talent is needed to ensure the investments in these more high-profile areas provide value.
The Association for Supply Chain Management has introduced a new resiliency certificate that will train leaders on the concepts, practices and trends in building resilient supply chains.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 · Heather Wheatley, Senior Director Analyst, Gartner Supply Chain
Risk councils bring together supply chain risk owners and other subject matter experts to analyze current risks, plan for emerging ones and evaluate control effectiveness.
Thursday, December 14, 2023 · Jason Miller and Andrew Balthrop
The combination of consumer spending continuing to remain resilient, retailers with inventory and delivery providers with capacity add up to a supply chain ready to deliver for Christmas.
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.
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