Sat.Feb 04, 2017 - Fri.Feb 10, 2017

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The “First Five” Industrial Manufacturing Trends of 2017

GlobalTranz

Where and how manufacturers make products for Americans will change in 2017. Current industrial manufacturing trends show the new administration is pushing for reshoring among the nation’s biggest manufacturers, and new technologies are revolutionizing how companies respond to growing skepticism and scrutiny by the public and government oversight as well.

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3 Compelling Reasons to Start Using Prescriptive Analytics

AIMMS

If you’ve read up on the latest topics in the field of data analysis, then you’ve probably encountered the term Prescriptive Analytics. Prescriptive Analytics is a type of Advanced Analytics that results in a recommended action. Unlike Descriptive (focused on reporting with basic trend or pattern recognition) or Predictive Analytics (focused on predicting the future with forecasting techniques), Prescriptive Analytics uses techniques like machine learning and mathematical modeling to help you im

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Optimizing the Last Mile with automated logistics

Transporeon

Many shippers are working on optimizing internal logistics processes—tendering, freight rate management, order placement, time management and reporting—so that all runs smoothly thanks to automated, fully integrated workflows. But what happens after the truck leaves the yard? There is often a lot of manual work involved in optimizing last mile delivery that opens up further potential for shippers, which can result in lower costs and better customer service outcomes.

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Big Data and Your Apparel Supply Chain

Apparel Logistics

Big Data has always had the potential to offer powerful insights for business management, but it was only recently that analytics tools caught up to the point where small businesses and everyday IT professionals could interact meaningfully with this information. If you have access to a wealth of Big Data relating to your apparel business, you can use this information to improve your supply chain in several ways.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Trends In Manufacturing: 5 Tangible Technologies are Shaping the Future of Manufacturing Now

GlobalTranz

Continuous improvement is part of the game in manufacturing. Factories are finding new ways to change how products are made, reflecting an increased need for shorter product life cycles. Among the new trends in manufacturing improving the industry, additive manufacturing and cloud-based systems will push manufacturing forward in 2017. In fact, rapid design and lightning-fast prototyping, reports Mark Dohnalek of Manufacturing Business Technology magazine , will allow manufacturers to design and

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Selecting a partner for dock scheduling systems

Transporeon

Criteria for selecting a dock scheduling partner include the features and distribution of the system, along with the vendor’s international and project management experience. When selecting a vendor, consider several aspects before implementation. In addition to the features of the system, it is important to research what your carriers and shippers are utilizing.

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Ocean Freight Benchmarking in the Annual Request for Proposal RFP Process

Logistics Portal

Ocean Freight Benchmarking in the Annual Request for Proposal (RFP) Process There is more chatter about ocean freight benchmarking and its use in negotiation tactics for the Annual

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Top 5 Trends to Know to Compete with Amazon’s Supply Chain

GlobalTranz

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. While supply chain entities struggle to stay competitive with the e-commerce giant, more organizations will look for ways to eliminate inefficiencies and boost operations.

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Matt McLelland discusses drones at SCM World Live Americas

PINC

This picture was sent to us by one of our customers, Matt McLelland, Kenco's Innovation Research manager. Matt is an expert in the subject and presented a session titled " Drones in the Supply Chain – Everything you Need to Know " to over 350 C-level executives during the SCM World Live Americas Conference last week. SCM World is a cross-industry learning community, powered by the world’s most influential supply chain practitioners.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Who is Mazars?

Mazars Ledger

WHO IS MAZARS? All Industries Mazars USA LLP We are pleased to announce an exciting development for… The post Who is Mazars? appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Thank you for your 5 Star Reviews

Freightera

We’re so thankful for your 5 star reviews Jay Whiting of h2o Innovation, Michael Kane of Prestige Refrigeration, Kyla Woynarski of Minuteman Press, and Colin Sprake from Make Your Mark! Thank you so much, we truly appreciate it ♥. Facebook 5 star reviews – January 2017: The post Thank you for your 5 Star Reviews appeared first on Freightera Blog.

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[e-Book] The Most Impactful Supply Chain & Logistics Trends in 2017

GlobalTranz

“The problem with trends is that they are like a freight train gaining speed; everyone can see the train, but at what point do you say the train is really moving at speed?” – Steve Banker from a recent Forbes article. This is quite the appropriate quote from Supply Chain thought leader, Steve Banker, the Service Director, Supply Chain Management at ARC Advisory Group, a leading industry analyst and technology consulting company.

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The 6 Trends Third Party Logistics Service Providers Will Drive to Empower Shipper Success in 2017

GlobalTranz

2017 will not be a bed of roses for third party logistics service providers, nor will the coming year be filled with thorns in the sides of major supply chain entities. By understanding how the industry will evolve throughout 2017, you can prepare your organization for the challenges and opportunities that will come. Take a moment to think about how these remaining six trends will impact the shipping and freight industry as a new administration takes control. 1.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.