EDI Communication (XML/EDI)

Introducing the Internet of Everything

December 17, 2014

You've heard of the Internet of Things. Now get ready for the Internet of Everything – a term coined by Cisco Systems. Chad Jones, vice president of IoT strategy with LogMeIn, explains just what the IoE is, and how it differs from previous connectivity environments.

Dassault Systèmes Issues Apriso 9.7 for PLM

December 16, 2014

Dassault Systemes

Deck Dassault Systèmes, a provider of software for product lifecycle management, has released Apriso 9.7, its latest Delmia Apriso product.

Sears Holdings Matches E-tailers With Rapid Delivery of Product From Its Stores

December 16, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

To meet the challenge of Amazon.com and other e-commerce rivals, the parent of Sears, Roebuck and Kmart launches an initiative to provide one- to two-day delivery of orders to online shoppers nationwide, drawing on inventory from strategically located stores.

Deem Launches Software Suite for Spend Management

December 15, 2014

Deem Inc.

Deem Inc., a vendor of cloud and mobile commerce technology, has launched an updated version of Deem Spend, a suite of applications to help companies streamline their direct and indirect spend.

GHX Wraps Up Acquisition of Vendormate

December 15, 2014

Global Healthcare Exchange LLC

Global Healthcare Exchange LLC (GHX) has finalized its acquisition of Vendormate, an Atlanta, Ga.-based company specializing in vendor relationship-management applications for healthcare providers and suppliers.

Fast Logistics Embraces S&OP to Improve Demand Forecasting and Customer Service

December 15, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

The Philippines-based logistics service provider took a concept born in manufacturing, and applied it to the services sector. The result: a significant bump in service quality and customer satisfaction.

Managing the High-Risk Business of High-Tech

December 15, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

You would think that proper risk management would be top of mind for high-tech supply chain executives. So why do they keep getting it wrong?

Echo Global Logistics Joins CargoNet to Reduce Theft Risk

December 12, 2014

Echo Global Logistics

Echo Global Logistics has joined CargoNet to reduce its risk of cargo theft and provide an additional level of security for clients.

The Intersection of IoT and Wearable Tech

December 12, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Ryan Martin, analyst for the Internet of Things and wearable technologies with 451 Research, reports on the state of the wearable tech market today, and details how it's being affected by the development of the IoT.

Customizing Logistics Applications

December 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Kenneth Lowe, director of business development and machine-to-machine (M2M) platforms with Gemalto, outlines the challenges that his customers face, as they move to incorporate M2M technology into their existing information systems.

EDI Communication (XML/EDI)

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding electronic data interchange (EDI) and extensible markup language (XML) and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in EDI and XML communication - both formats for exchanging business data - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using EDI and XML communication for supply chain optimization.