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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

The definition of agility and resilience will continue to evolve. The creation of a new digital ecosystem has enabled these and other changes that will shape the definition of supply chain agility and resilience in the 2020s and beyond. A Positive Example. There are Also Commercial Reasons. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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Data Quality: Your Digital Transformation Depends on It

Logistics Viewpoints

In a prior post , I wrote about the various ways data is transforming global supply chains. Data is the raw fuel of digital transformation and the linchpin to accelerating industry collaboration, automation, predictive insights and so many more cutting-edge capabilities (including those yet to be invented). So, what is quality data?

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6 Inventory Control Techniques for Stock Optimization

EazyStock

Inventory Control Techniques that use Stock Optimization Best Practices. So we thought we’d focus on the lesser known topic of ‘stock optimization’ – this is an inventory control technique that’s becoming more popular with inventory managers to improve the efficiency of their supply chain. What is stock optimization?

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Pneumatic Tires [Definition, Pros/Cons, Applications, Costs]

Conger

A Toyota diesel forklift with pneumatic tires Let’s start with a pneumatic tire definition. Cons of Pneumatic Forklift Tires Here are some of the key disadvantages of pneumatic tires to consider: Not ideal for indoor use: Pneumatic tires may not be optimal for indoor use due to their tendency to bounce, leading to operator discomfort.

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Breaking Down Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Trinity Logistics

Definitely no to the last one!) It has become a term applied to applications that can perform tasks a human could do, like analyzing data or replying to customers online. 1960s Early Research and Optimism Early AI programs began to develop during this time. What is the history of AI? When did it start? What exactly is AI?

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Smart Manufacturing: A Solution to Supply Chain Optimization

Morai Logistics

Smart manufacturing is a new advancement in supply chains that will help optimize the customer experience and meet consumer demands. However, we often hear of these digital tools from a data and insight or a predictive analytic perspective. Why does manufacturing need to be ‘smart’? What are the benefits of Smart Manufacturing?

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Advanced analytics meets social good: how Angel Flight West optimizes flight routes for families in need

AIMMS

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. Another case that is relevant to our current optimization project is flying children to special needs camps.