Visibility

Why supply chains are shifting toward context-driven execution

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Brian Straight
As supply chains generate more data than ever, the next phase of digital transformation is shifting from basic visibility and system connectivity toward context-driven orchestration that enables real-time coordination, proactive exception management, and faster execution…

Penske Logistics jumps into the end-to-end visibility pool as industry options grow

Friday, May 8, 2026 · SCMR Staff
Penske Logistics is the latest to introduce a new platform designed to unify transportation, warehousing, partner, and inventory data into a more continuous operational view aimed at accelerating decision-making and improving execution.

From scan events to continuous visibility: Every warehouse move becomes data

Monday, May 4, 2026 · Brian Straight
Gather AI’s expansion into lift-mounted cameras and enhanced drones reflects a broader shift from scan-based tracking to continuous, AI-driven visibility that captures every movement inside the warehouse.

UPS RFID rollout signals next phase of supply chain visibility

Friday, April 24, 2026 · Brian Straight
UPS’s network-wide RFID rollout signals a shift from event-based tracking to continuous sensing, enabling real-time visibility that drives faster decisions, fewer errors, and greater supply chain flexibility.

From tracking to triggering: Supply chain visibility is becoming an execution engine

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 · Brian Straight
Supply chain visibility is shifting from passive tracking to prescriptive, real-time execution using sensor data and analytics to trigger the right actions before disruptions, spoilage, or compliance failures occur.

2026 supply chain predictions

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 · SCMR Staff
Leading supply chain experts have offered their views on what 2026 trends to stay on top of as companies navigate an increasingly complex global supply chain.

ASCM Top 10 trends offer few surprises with AI, tariffs among concerns

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 · Brian Straight
Supply chains are entering a new era shaped by AI adoption, tariff pressures, workforce shortages, visibility demands, cybersecurity, and climate challenges. ASCM’s 2026 Top 10 Trends outline the biggest forces supply chain leaders must prepare for.

Every item counts: The role of item-level visibility in a modern supply chain

Friday, May 30, 2025 · Brian Straight
As uncertainty becomes the norm, companies are turning to item-level visibility to gain real-time insights, minimize risk, and make smarter, faster supply chain decisions—before disruption strikes.

AI: The key to navigating supply chain challenges in an uncertain world

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 · Ruth Beadle, head of global supply, Sanofi
The future of supply chain management involves harnessing the power of AI and it is necessary for industry leaders to embrace this technology, address implementation challenges, and contribute to creating a more resilient, efficient, and adaptive global supply chain ecosystem.

Industry leaders weigh in with 2025 predictions

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 · Brian Straight
As 2025 is set to begin, a series of industry leaders have weighed in with their predictions for what’s in store.

RR Donnelley survey identifies supply chain leaders’ preferred paths to the future

Friday, December 20, 2024 · Brian Straight
A new report from RR Donnelley attempts to break down the readiness of the supply chain for the future, and it has produced some interesting nuggets of interest to leaders.

It’s high time to go beyond visibility

Monday, December 2, 2024 · Shardul S. Phadnis and Paul J.H. Schoemaker
Add vigilance to supply chain management with visibility. Real-time visibility of inventory, capacity, supply, and demand conditions is central to agile supply chain operations in dynamic environments.

Supply chain’s rise in prominence brings regulatory compliance into focus

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 · Brian Straight
Whether it is financial, ESG, or ethical sourcing and forced labor rules, supply chains are dealing with a complex maze of global regulations.

It’s high time to go beyond visibility

Monday, March 4, 2024 · Shardul S. Phadnis and Paul J.H. Schoemaker
Add vigilance to supply chain management with visibility. Real-time visibility of inventory, capacity, supply, and demand conditions is central to agile supply chain operations in dynamic environments.

Navigating uncharted waters for competitive advantage

Monday, March 4, 2024 · Chris Brumitt
Strategies for weaponizing supply chain/network management capabilities in uncertain times.
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