Quality & Metrics
Boeing Dreamliner Plant Is `Plagued by Shoddy Production,' Report Says
One of two factories that produces Boeing Co.’s 787 Dreamliner has faced problems with production and oversight that create a safety threat, the New York Times reported.
SC Planning & Optimization
Apple Legal Surrender Is a Blow for Supply Chain Strategy
The iPhone maker struck a deal with Qualcomm Inc. that ended a bruising two-year battle over technology that underpins all smartphones.
Technology
Total Plans to Use Artificial Intelligence to Cut Drilling Costs
Total SA plans to start a digital factory in the coming weeks to tap artificial intelligence in a bid to save hundreds of millions of dollars on exploration and production projects.

Technology

Technology
Kenya Fresh Produce Platform Aims to Disrupt African Retail
In the country’s fragmented retail market, where 90 percent of food is sold through informal outlets, tech startup Twiga Foods is trying to create efficiency to lower food prices.
Packaging
Millennials Rekindle Demand for Plants, an Industry Ripe for Disruption
American millennials have been accused of dooming all sorts of things: beer, golf, cereal. But the cohort is credited with reviving the once-moribund market for houseplants.
Technology
Amazon Go Faces Unlikely Challenge From Checkout-Free Startup
Grocers, alarmed at Amazon’s rapid growth in Europe, are considering fighting back with the help of a tiny Portuguese startup.
Technology
There’s Nothing Better Than the Lithium-Ion Battery Coming Soon
The battery of the future — at least for the coming decade — will almost certainly be the battery of the past.
Technology
China's Demand for $17,000 Gene-Altered Lab Mice Is Skyrocketing
President Xi Jinping’s drive to turn China into a biomedical powerhouse has pushed the country deeper into drug discovery and to the forefront of genetics.
Asia Pacific
Singapore's Biggest Online Mall Fights Alibaba With Blockchain
In the last decade, Ku Young Bae — a serial entrepreneur and South Korean transplant — has built Singapore’s biggest e-commerce company and fended off giant rivals like Alibaba, Amazon and Tencent.

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Logistics

Warehouse Management Systems
The Changing Landscape of Barcode Labeling
When it comes to barcode labeling software, integration to existing business applications, deployment reliability and the ability to scale globally are important considerations.

his paper developed by VDC Research, the leading authority in barcode hardware and software industry analysis, addresses the evolution of barcode labeling software and outlines the evolving requirements shaping the future of labeling. You’ll also find out how leading Enterprise Labeling Solution providers help companies manage mission-critical labeling in today’s new interconnected, flexible, and efficient global supply chain.
Warehouse Management Systems
How to Scale Your Labeling to Keep Pace with Business Growth
In today's global business environment, your company needs to have solutions that easily scale and keep pace with the digital transformation. Many companies are serving customers across the world while having suppliers located overseas. To stay on top of the challenges caused by expansion and remain competitive, companies must be forward thinking and plan their global expansion strategy.

When managing a complex global supply chain, keep in mind that your labeling solution plays a critical role. It is key to have a reliable labeling solution that allows you to:
- Manage redundant labeling solutions
- Extend labeling to partners and suppliers
- Ensure regulatory compliance
- Overcome supply chain pain points
Download the following report to learn how Enterprise Labeling can help scale your labeling to keep pace with business growth.
Warehouse Management Systems
Enterprise Labeling for Dummies
The following ebook, Enterprise Labeling for Dummies is an easy to understand explanation of Enterprise Labeling and how it can help a company streamline their supply chain processes through better labeling.

This book spells out the essentials for Enterprise Labeling success and highlights labeling trends that are keeping companies on their toes. You’ll learn about the evolution of barcode labeling, the value of connecting labeling with existing business processes and the efficiencies that Enterprise Labeling will have on a company’s supply chain.
Logistics
Sliding Freight Rates Send More Big Bulk Ships to Scrapyards
A sharp decline in dry cargo ship freight rates in the first quarter sent more giant ships to scrapyards in Southeast Asia.
Logistics
Uber Is Reading Its Pitch as the Amazon of Transportation
Uber wants to convince investors that it’s a transportation and logistics market-maker that can build — and then supply — new demand for everything from scooters and bicycles to freight and food delivery.
Europe
Drugmakers Stockpiling for Brexit: How Long Do We Wait?
Pharma companies ramped up their stockpiles of drugs to prepare for a potentially chaotic Brexit. Now they’re in the dark about how long they’ll need to hold them.

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Top Risks to Watch Out for in 2019
Thursday, March 7, 2019 12:00 to Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:00 PM Eastern Time
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Risks to Watch if you're in Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain

Companies are facing many challenges in the years to come. In 2019 specifically, we face a looming global economic slowdown, reduced internal resources/headcount, increasing material costs, and rapid technology changes just to name a few challenges.

It’s up to sourcing, procurement, and supply chain professionals to constantly understand and deal with all these challenges every day. But how can you quickly identify, deal with, and even turn these challenges into your advantage?

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- The top challenges we face in the coming year
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- Concrete examples of best practices to deal with specific supply chain risks
- Specific events from 2018 and how to better prepare in 2019 and beyond
How AI & Technology Can Help Retailers with Last Mile Deliveries
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 12:00 to Tuesday, July 23, 2019 12:00 PM Eastern Time
Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Time: 1:00 PM ET

Being the only touch point with customers for home delivery companies, last-mile delivery has become a key differentiating factor when it comes to the consumer experience. With more and more retailers opting the omnichannel route, it is only normal that retailers are now much more focused on the last leg of their operations. However, the increase in customer expectations also means that quick deliveries and ETAs no longer cut it for modern retail companies.

What are the demands of the present-day customers and how can AI help retailers in meeting them? Find out in this webinar.

Join SupplyChainBrain and Locus for this live webinar to find out:
- Why should retailers focus on last-mile deliveries?
- What are the challenges and demands of last-mile deliveries for retailers?
- How can technology help in mitigating these challenges?
- What are the modern solutions that are disrupting last-mile deliveries?
- Real-life examples of AI helping retailers in the planning of last-mile deliveries.

Whitepapers

The Changing Landscape of Barcode Labeling
When it comes to barcode labeling software, integration to existing business applications, deployment reliability and the ability to scale globally are important considerations.

his paper developed by VDC Research, the leading authority in barcode hardware and software industry analysis, addresses the evolution of barcode labeling software and outlines the evolving requirements shaping the future of labeling. You’ll also find out how leading Enterprise Labeling Solution providers help companies manage mission-critical labeling in today’s new interconnected, flexible, and efficient global supply chain.
How to Scale Your Labeling to Keep Pace with Business Growth
In today's global business environment, your company needs to have solutions that easily scale and keep pace with the digital transformation. Many companies are serving customers across the world while having suppliers located overseas. To stay on top of the challenges caused by expansion and remain competitive, companies must be forward thinking and plan their global expansion strategy.

When managing a complex global supply chain, keep in mind that your labeling solution plays a critical role. It is key to have a reliable labeling solution that allows you to:
- Manage redundant labeling solutions
- Extend labeling to partners and suppliers
- Ensure regulatory compliance
- Overcome supply chain pain points
Download the following report to learn how Enterprise Labeling can help scale your labeling to keep pace with business growth.
Enterprise Labeling for Dummies
The following ebook, Enterprise Labeling for Dummies is an easy to understand explanation of Enterprise Labeling and how it can help a company streamline their supply chain processes through better labeling.

This book spells out the essentials for Enterprise Labeling success and highlights labeling trends that are keeping companies on their toes. You’ll learn about the evolution of barcode labeling, the value of connecting labeling with existing business processes and the efficiencies that Enterprise Labeling will have on a company’s supply chain.
Putting Community in TMS: Enabling the Network Effect in Transportation Management

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Podcasts

Coping With Component Shortages in the Electronics Industry
The demand for electronics products is strong. Too bad manufacturers can’t keep up. Read more.
Don’t Stop Your Startup! Negotiating Tips for Entrepreneurs
Poor negotiating skills can doom even the most promising startup.

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Multimodal 2019

Partner Awards

100 Great Supply Chain Partners!
SupplyChainBrain will once again feature its annual list of 100 Great Supply Chain Partners in the August 2019 issue. Click here to nominate any of your partners.
The Supply Chain Case Study Showcase!
Click here to submit your 2019 Case Study.
The 2019 Supply Chain Innovation Awards!
Be recognized for your outstanding supply chain innovations! Click here for the 2019 Guidelines!

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