Resilinc Corp. has made available version 5.0 of SupplyIntel, its software for enabling multi-tier supply-chain visibility, risk mitigation and improved supplier engagement.

Panjiva, a provider of data for global trade, has introduced a data-visualization tool known as Network View.

Professor Thomas Goldsby of Ohio State discusses his study of global macrotrends and how they will impact supply chains of the future.

Good forecasting is a blend of both art and science, according to Thomas Schleicher, senior director of measurement science, at the National Consumer Panel. He discusses the scientific measurement aspects of forecasting as well as the art of collaborating across functions to make informed assumptions.

An integrated setting for managing demand, supply and inventory involves working with people as much as with technology and information, says Todd Gallant of VF Corp. He explains how the Timberland division of VF is improving collaboration and communication among its associates up and down the supply chain.

State of Flux Technologies, provider of a Supply Management Platform, has launched a new supplier innovation module.

From defense to medical, nLIGHT makes very bright lasers that have applications across a swath of industries. Corporate master planner Arvind Arumbakkam discusses the value of S&OP in this high-tech, build-to-order environment.