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Increasing Logistics Complexity Requires Greater Optimization

August 5, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Today's supply chains are so complex and change so rapidly that optimization efforts often are overtaken by events, says Mike Comstock of Grand Canal Solutions. Planning needs to become much more dynamic, with analytics adapted to make optimization a continuous process, he says.
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Getting to Win/Win in 3PL Customer Relationships

August 4, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
The goal for 3PLs always is to negotiate a win/win contract with existing and new customers, says Mike Bautch of Universal. He offers insights and examples on how to create win/win relationships that keep improving over the years.
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Supply Chain Quality: Challenges and Benefits

August 4, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Supply Chain operations increasingly are impacted by corporations' quality assurance and quality control programs, says Laurel Nelson-Rowe, managing director of the American Society for Quality. She discusses the importance of these programs in protecting brand reputations and ensuring customer satisfaction.
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SanDisk's Journey to Redesign Its Supply Chain

August 3, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Several years ago SanDisk realized that its build-to-forecast model was causing excess inventory and poor on-time delivery. The company decided to transform to a pull supply-chain model based on actual demand and postponement. Kehat Shahar, vice president of operations and supply chain planning at SanDisk, talks about this journey.
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How Truckload Marketplace Reduces Waste

July 31, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Truckload marketplace Transfix is adding a new dimension to matching drivers with available loads, says CEO Drew McElroy. By making greater use of smartphones, McElroy says Transfix makes more efficient matches, which reduces empty miles and driver wait times.
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Challenges of the Digital Supply Chain

July 29, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
The term "digital supply chain" describes the integration of advanced technology, big data, and analytics to better manage and execute the physical supply chain, says Frederick Hartung of Jabil. He explains how this is playing out today and what it means for the future.
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Echo CEO Discusses Recent Acquisition and 3PL Consolidation Trends

July 28, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Echo's recent acquisition of Command Transportation will grow its revenue by 50 percent and strengthen its presence in the truckload brokerage market, says Echo CEO Doug Waggoner. He explains the role of acquisitions in Echo's growth strategy and his view on 3PL consolidation trends.
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The Role of Contract Packaging in a Customized Supply Chain

July 27, 2015
SupplyChainBrain
Retailers increasingly are using customized packaging to meet the preferences of customers in specific stores, regions or channels, says Jason Tham, CEO of Nulogy. This work often is outsourced by brand manufacturers and Nulogy has developed software to link and streamline the process.
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Procurement Professionals See Value in 'Soft' Skills, Such as Communication

July 9, 2015
Supply Management
Soft-skill traits such as emotional intelligence and communication have long been recognised as fundamental to business success and are now gaining recognition in procurement and supply.
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Most See Value of Supply Chain Sustainability to Bottom Line, But Few Leverage Full Benefit, Study Finds

June 2, 2015
Supply Management
Supply chain's role in increasing sustainability is becoming an increasingly important strategic issue for corporations, according to research.
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