Supply Chain Visibility

New Ideas in D.C. Automation

August 15, 2014

The search for optimal efficiency in the distribution center continues. In this program, we examine a number of cutting-edge concepts in D.C. automation, including mobility management, robotics and the use of horizontal carousels in retail warehouses.

Arena Solutions Partners With SiliconExpert for BOM Assessment

August 14, 2014

Arena Solutions Inc.

Arena Solutions Inc., a vendor of cloud-based applications for product lifecycle management, has integrated Arena PLM with the electronic components information database of SiliconExpert Technologies.

Omnichannel Solution Strategies for Retailers

August 14, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

The challenges of omnichannel distribution are perhaps the largest issues facing retailers today. Two senior consultants from Kurt Salmon identify solutions that can help retailers deal with omnichannel demands today and stay ahead of future changes.

Floating Warehouse & Inventory Visibility Improves Customer Service in China

August 13, 2014

Challenge: A major chemicals company manufactures product in Brazil and ships globally, with its largest market in China. It takes 27 days on ship to deliver to China. Customers in China didn't want to wait 27 days to receive goods. The company didn't want to set up a DC in Asia.

HighJump Enhances Retail Management Software

August 13, 2014

HighJump Software Inc.

HighJump Software Inc. has added capabilities to RETAILvantage, its inventory and point-of-sale management software for home goods retailers.

Softeon Issues Logistics App for Delivery-Intensive Supply Chains

August 13, 2014

Softeon

Softeon, a provider of supply-chain software, has developed a comprehensive logistics offering for companies with distribution-intensive operations.

Dassault Systèmes to Acquire Quintiq

August 13, 2014

Dassault Systèmes B.V.

Dassault Systèmes B.V., a vendor of software for product design and lifecycle management, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Quintiq, the provider of operations planning and optimization software.

Designing a Supply Chain to Support Global Brands

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Big Heart Pet Brands is the parent company for many of the biggest selling pet foods, including Kibbles 'n Bits, Meow Mix, Milk Bone and 9Lives. Ryan Dimond, manager of supply chain optimization, discusses how Big Heart uses supply chain design to support its many brands and employs supply chain modeling to make better decisions.

Business Transformation Through Agile Supply Network Design

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Organizations need an agile supply network to be able to respond to unplanned events and continuing market volatility, says Jake Barr, CEO of BlueWorld Consulting. Barr explains what an agile supply network encompasses and outlines steps that companies can take to build agility into their supply chains.

Icix Creates Cloud-Based App for Product Safety Compliance

August 12, 2014

Icix

Icix, a vendor of applications for global supply-chain risk management, has developed Direct Test.

Supply Chain Visibility

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding supply chain visibility and its impact on supply chain management. New technologies in supply chain visibility 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 supply chain visibility solutions for real-time insight, risk management and supply chain optimization.