Supply Chain Planning & Optimization

SPECIAL REPORT

Five Reasons to Choose a Managed Transportation Strategy

February 14, 2025

Tariffs: Their Unintended Consequences, and How to Respond

February 10, 2025

Tariffs can be a powerful and effective tool for a large economy. But they can also come with costs and unpredictable consequences.

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EDITOR'S LETTER

Supply Chains 2025: The Uncertainty Principle

February 3, 2025

Robert J. Bowman, Editor-in-Chief, SupplyChainBrain

The future contains much uncertainty, but also a wealth of opportunities for innovative and far-thinking enterprises.

GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The Clouds Are Lifting: The Future of Supply Chain Collaboration

February 3, 2025

Gurram Gopal, Chair, IT & Management Department, Affiliate Professor, Stuart School of Business, Illinois Institute of Technology

Technologies like blockchain will enable greater trust among supply chain players, and drive better planning and execution.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Revolutionizing SI&OP with AI-Infused Digital Twins

February 3, 2025

Jim de Vries, Founder and Managing Partner, Enhance International Group, LLC

AI-infused digital-twins are reshaping the production and warehouse landscape, merging human insight with AI-driven precision at the job role level.

RETAIL

The Impact of AI on the Retail Industry

February 3, 2025

Jeff Olchovy, Senior Vice President of Engineering, Crisp

Companies need to embrace a more dynamic environment and new technologies to manage a continuously changing retail landscape.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

How GenAI Is Breaking New Ground in Supply Chain Automation

February 3, 2025

Arun Rajan, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, C.H. Robinson

Ask your 3PLs how they’re testing their AI to ensure that it learns from continuous input, and functions accurately.

LOGISTICS

Direct-to-Customer Warehouses vs. Traditional Distribution in Consumer Products

February 3, 2025

Andy Prinz, Managing Consultant, Harry Ustik, Consultant; PA Consulting

Ahybrid approach combining DTC and traditional distribution allows companies to leverage the strengths of both models, providing flexibility and resilience in their supply chains.

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EDITORS' 2025 OUTLOOK

AI in 2025: Expect Another Wave of Innovation in Supply Chain

January 28, 2025

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

In supply chain, all the talk today is about AI-driven autonomous operations, removing the need for human intervention in key decision-making.

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THINK TANK

Navigating Extreme Weather Events and Disruptions: A Guide for Shippers

January 28, 2025

Brian Dean, SCB Contributor

Navigating extreme weather and climate disasters requires proactive and resilient strategies, advanced technology, and a strong crisis-response framework.

Supply Chain Planning & Optimization

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding supply chain planning and optimization. New technologies in supply chain planning and optimization 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 planning tools and solutions for supply chain optimization.