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The Most Overlooked DC Performance Strategy

Logistics Viewpoints

For example, related to warehouse technology, a recent Lucas Systems industry study found 89% of respondents agreed that implementing artificial intelligence-based software within distribution centers can provide a competitive advantage. A recent Forbes article identifies empathy as the most important leadership skill.

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How AI Helps Build the Supply Chain that Thinks for Itself

Logistics Bureau

The following are examples. A key example is the expert system. This AI tool is based on data and rules. Image processing is an example. Create a knowledge base that new workers can access, and based on the knowhow of older workers, as in the Campbell Soup Company example.

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Are Graduate Degrees Leading to Less Job Options?

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One example is a recent job posting on LinkedIn for a “Higher Education Finance Transformation Consultant” by Accenture. On the other hand, it could be argued that higher education not only provides a broad set of skills but also trains students on knowledge based on rigorous research. 3 or more years of experience.

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After the Order: Customer Service Best Practices

Ship Monk

A knowledge-base support platform, such as Zendesk, HelpDocs, or Zoho Desk, enables customers to search a private database for answers to the most frequently asked questions. Here’s an example of a confirmation email I received recently: Include a link to their order status page so they can track its progress themselves.

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6 Supply Chain Trends That Could Truly Shake You Up (2018 Update)

Logistics Bureau

This article was first published in June of 2015. It received a lot of interest at the time and has continued to be a popular article over the last three years. One of the most notable examples is in agriculture, where equipment, fertilizer and seed vendors are working together to sell farmers guaranteed crop yields.

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Smart Lagos: Status, prospects and opportunities

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In June 2016, the Lagos State government signed a memorandum of understanding with Dubai Holdings LLC, owners of Smart City (Dubai) LLC, “to develop sustainable, smart, globally connected knowledge-based communities that drive a knowledge economy.” An example is Lara.ng Local capital looking to profit from tech play.