Supply Chain Planning & Optimization

How Quantum Computing Could Transform Industrial Operations

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Thanks to AI, quantum computing in industrial organizations is closer than you might think.

Best Practices for Using AI in Supply Chain Planning

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Artificial intelligence presents an opportunity to redefine planning and bridge the gap in decision-making.

Watch: Making Better Decisions in Supply-Chain Planning

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Jeff Metersky, senior VP of strategy and innovation at GAINS, cuts through the hyperbole and talks realistically about the benefits of agentic AI and improved supply chain planning.

Watch: A Roadmap for the AI Journey

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Matt Hoffman, vice president of product and industry solutions with John Galt Solutions, offers advice on how companies can drive their AI journey.

Shift Left Planning: Why Many Plans Fail to Execute—and How to Fix It

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Most supply chain investments today focus on speed—faster scenarios, real-time visibility, and AI-driven decision-making. Yet many organizations still struggle with constant firefighting, expediting, and low plan adherence.

Five Demand-Forecasting Mistakes Supply Chain Leaders Are Rethinking

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Integrated forecasting and supply chain planning platforms can close the gap between forecasting and execution by connecting forecasting data directly to inventory optimization and replenishment processes.

From Nursery to Network - Orchestrating Agility with Julia Bedanova

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:04:04 -0400

In this episode of Let’s Wine About Supply Chain, we pour a glass and dive deep into the career of Julia Bedanova, the Chief Operating Officer at Million Dollar Baby Co.

How AstraZeneca Built Constraint-Based Planning With OMP

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AstraZeneca selected supply chain planning software provider OMP to help redefine the biopharmaceutical giant's global planning capabilities.

Watch: How eGourmet Solutions Scaled Order Management to Meet Rapid Growth

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A case study highlighting how eGourmet Solutions uses techOMS from Techdinamics to improve efficiency, visibility and overall supply chain performance.

Supply Chains Are the First Major Test Case for Automation-Led iPaaS

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Supply-chain leaders are considering integration upgrades because volatility has become permanent.

Adani Ports Partners With Kaleris for AI Terminal Software

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:59 -0400

The tech push aligns with Adani Ports’ goal of handling one billion tonnes of cargo annually by 2030.

2026 Supply Chain Resilience & AI Adoption Study

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Incisiv’s 2026 supply chain resilience report, conducted in partnership with Anaplan, assesses the current state of supply chain operations by surveying industry leaders across North America and EMEA. By examining strategic priorities, demand-supply responsiveness, technology and AI infrastructure, and financial outcomes, the research uncovers the critical financial impact of the “latency tax”— the hidden cost of delayed decision-making — and how to reclaim that margin.

Transforming Your Supply Chain From Cost Center to Growth Driver

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Modern leaders need data-driven insights to make confident, real-time decisions that shield margins, enhance supply chain operations, and enrich customer experiences. As executives face a deluge of data points, this isn’t always straightforward. Global supply chain organizations face additional uncertainty — ranging from shifting environmental conditions to geopolitical disruption.

Top 10 Procurement Trends in 2026

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Procurement’s influence within the enterprise has expanded significantly over the past few years. The more important question now is how that influence translates into measurable outcomes.

AI in Supply Chain Can’t Succeed Without Foundational Systems

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The majority of AI projects fail from a lack of foundational integrity. Clean data and integrated systems are the non-negotiable price of entry for a successful journey.

The Quiet Rearchitecting of Manufacturing's Tech Stack

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The path forward is smarter architecture — fewer platforms, governed by the people who know the business best.

The Supply Chain AI Readiness Report: Why Operational Discipline Determines Agentic AI Success

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

They’re called the Performance Elite. And they share a playbook: Fix the process before deploying the model. Prepare the workforce before scaling the agents. Build governance before automating decisions.

Workforce Orchestration: How Planning and Execution Become One

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

By continuously aligning supply, workforce and financial outcomes, organizations can move beyond reactive adjustments and build operations that adapt in real time.

The End of Planner Heroics: How AI and Decision Engineering Are Reshaping Supply Chain Planning

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In this webinar, Knut Alicke and Jeff Metersky will discuss how AI, machine learning, and decision engineering can help planners work faster, focus on higher-value exceptions, and make more consistent decisions under pressure.

How Supply Chains Can Responsibly Implement Agentic AI at Scale

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Closing the accountability gap requires a system that can keep pace with the technology it’s meant to oversee.

The State of Warehouse Management and Fulfillment in 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With AI and automation evolving rapidly, warehouses are undergoing a major shift in how they operate and manage complexity. As intelligent tools become easier to adopt and automation becomes essential, top performers are pushing beyond small efficiency boosts. T

Watch: The Interplay Between Supply Chain Technology and Process

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A look at how supply chains can bring together data, planning and execution, with Christine Barnhart, head of industry engagement with Miebach, and Andrew Driscoll, commercial lead-life sciences with OMP.

Tariff-Adjusted Landed Cost as the New Sourcing Metric

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The lowest-unit-cost era in sourcing is over, because unit cost alone is no longer sufficient to make a good decision.

A New Report Reveals Why So Many AI Projects Are Failing to Launch in Supply Chains

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The sticking point that bedevils just about every new tech implementation is a lack of proper business processes to support the change.

Gartner: Why Supply Chains Aren't Ready for an AI Overhaul

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Just 17% of CSCO's said that they're using AI to pursue "transformational" redesigns to workflows, while 83% are focusing on using the technology for smaller changes.

Rethinking Responsible Sourcing with Data and AI

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

True resilience demands smarter data, continuous monitoring, empowered partners, and AI-driven insight to build agile, transparent, and accountable supply chains.

The Importance of Human-Centric AI in Supply Chain and Logistics

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI systems are great tools for repetitive tasks, but eliminating every source of human oversight can have consequences.

How Better Data, Connected Planning, and AI Are Reshaping Food Waste

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Companies that have invested in this kind of granular planning are seeing substantial decreases in spoilage across perishable categories, and the environmental impact is direct.

Crack the Code: Human-Machine Collaboration for Next-Level Supply Chain Planning

Sun, 03 May 2026 19:12:57 -0400

Join us for this engaging webinar as we explore the fundamentals of Human-Machine collaboration in supply chain planning. We’ll discuss strategic considerations, practical approaches, and emerging best practices to help you unlock greater value, enhance decision-making, and build more adaptive and resilient planning processes.

Supply Chain Resilience Means Acting Faster, Smarter

Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

What may once have looked like temporary volatility in the early phase of the pandemic has instead become a more permanent condition of unpredictability.