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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 hyper-focus on meeting customer expectations is also creating pressures upstream in the supply chain, as manufacturers extend visibility and collaboration beyond their own walls to avoid any disruptions. A Positive Example.

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The Definition of Transparency

Blue Grace Logistics

As it is with most problems there is a lack of a clear and concise definition, according to an MIT study which conducted a survey of the apparel industry only to find wildly different results. So in order to begin understanding transparency in the supply chain, we first need to define it.

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The Power of the Network: ERP vs. Spend Management

Logistics Viewpoints

GEP and the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Supply Chain Resource Cooperative surveyed supply chain, procurement and IT professionals across a range of industries to gain insight into their priorities and strategies regarding supply chain resilience and optimization.

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Polycrisis, Antifragility, and What’s Missing from Digital Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

While the concept isn’t new, its application to supply chain is emerging, albeit without clear definition yet. A survey by boom! of supply chain professionals found that their number one wish to increase work satisfaction is better, integrated tools. Digital transformation is no longer optional.

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Machine Learning for Transportation Execution and Visibility

247 Customs Broker

According to ARC’s definition, transportation execution (TE) systems & marketplaces allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay using the software or marketplace. Transportation Execution and Visibility. According to survey respondents, 72.5 However, only 45.9