Wednesday, June 21, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
The maritime industry and broader ocean supply chain are suffering from major and costly inefficiencies due to ineffective data sharing and poor cross-industry collaboration, according to a new report and industry survey released today by the Business Performance Innovation…
Wednesday, June 21, 2017 · Mark Dohnalek
Robots need to be built, programmed, customized, maintained, serviced and continuously updated. This requires logistics planners, hardware designers, engineers, computer programmers, materials management specialists, and a multitude of other technicians.
Tuesday, June 20, 2017 · David L. Chandler
Given that the MicroMasters' testing process and course standards are designed to be as demanding as those of on-campus MIT classes, the MicroMasters credential itself is also expected to provide those who earn it with opportunities for career advancement.
Monday, June 19, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
In an effort to further promote the advantages of a career in supply chain management, APICs has boldly announced the launch of a new expanded Supply Chain STEM Educational Outreach Program aimed at K-12 students.
Friday, June 16, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
The global forecast for 3PLs this year, as composed by the consultancy, Armstrong & Associates is “lukewarm,” says the chairman Richard Armstrong.
Friday, June 16, 2017 · Haydon Keitner
People who are responsible for managing their company's vendor, supplier and service provider relationships should routinely review their company's commercial contracts.
Thursday, June 15, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
More evidence of the digitialization of the ocean cargo supply chain surfaced recently with the release of research compiled by Descartes Datamyne.
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
The “skills gap,” which has been heightened by changes to the H1-B Visa program, is driving manufacturers to look overseas for tech support.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Michael Gravier
It's tempting as a supply chain manager to buy into the “on-demand” economy with dynamic warehousing or freight services, paying only for the capacity that you use, and only when you need it. But there are hidden dangers.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Melissa Botero and Fabian Brenninkmeijer
Supply chain professionals are often confronted with the challenge of managing highly volatile customer shipments resulting from the bullwhip effect. This volatility leads to supply chain-wide inefficiencies, high operational complexity, low service levels and substantial costs.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
One of the most positive developments so far this year in the global supply chain sector has been the rebound in the fortunes of air cargo.
Thursday, June 8, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Maersk Line has introduced a new service for supply chain managers seeking to finance their global trade while optimizing carrier service.
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
This announcement follows Scout's release of Harvard Business Review Analytic Services procurement industry research, which explores the critical roles that sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management play in enterprise success.
Monday, June 5, 2017 · Jeff Berman
The index ISM uses to measure non-manufacturing growth—known as the NMI—was 56.9 in May, down 0.6% from April's 57.5, which was its highest level since February 2015, while still growing for the 89th consecutive month. The May NMI is 1% higher than the 12-month…
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