The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding inventory planning and optimization and its impact on supply chain management. New technologies in inventory 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 inventory planning solutions for supply chain optimization.

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January 10, 2022
By EdgeVerve
Value Network - The Way forward for a Resilient Supply Chain
Future-ready resilient enterprises need a digital-twin of their existing networks of manufacturers, suppliers, customers and financial institutions to prevent their businesses against demand supply shocks and compete in the global economy.
January 10, 2022
By Bloomberg
Covid Test Makers Struggle to Cope With Whiplash From Omicron
As the omicron variant sends U.S. Covid case numbers soaring to new records and drugstores and walk-in clinics clamor for test kits, suppliers have been struggling with their own mounting problems.
January 5, 2022
By Bloomberg
Inventory ‘Bullwhip’ Risk Emerges in Latest U.S. Logistics Index
The bigger-than-usual rush to stockpile products on U.S. retail shelves and in warehouses ahead of the holidays might give way to an economic hangover of sorts.

January 4, 2022
By Bloomberg
There’s No End in Sight for Chip-Constrained Auto Sales Slump
December 14, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Watch: Lessons to Be Learned From the Microchip Shortage
December 10, 2021
By Bloomberg
Vanishing Ships Underscore Supply Woe: Crisis Peak Is a Mirage
December 9, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Watch: Case Study: Palo Alto Networks Enhances Planning Function
December 2, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Watch: How Will Supply Chains Cope With Inventory Disruption?

December 1, 2021
By Bloomberg
Omicron, Climate Change Threaten Christmas Tree Supply
November 30, 2021
By Bloomberg
Cyber Monday Misses Estimates on Short Supply, Weak Deals
November 12, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Watch: Permanent Changes Are Coming to Automotive Supply Chains
November 10, 2021
By Bloomberg
Holiday Web Shoppers Face an Increase in Out-of-Stock Goods
November 9, 2021
By Bloomberg
Turbocharged U.S. Consumer Plays Key Role in Supply Chain Snarls

Order Management: Only as Good as Your Inventory Visibility
January 15, 2022 | Kibo
Embracing Support in a 3PL Transition: How the Right Partner Can Minimize Risk
January 15, 2022 | Miebach
How to Successfully Integrate a WMS or a WCS With an ERP
January 1, 2022 | Intek
Compressing the Decision Cycle: How Supply Chain Leaders Can Adapt
January 1, 2022 | Miebach
Understanding Healthcare Supply Chain Management
January 1, 2022 | Tecsys Inc.

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January 17, 2022
By Jay Sackos, SCB Contributor
Routed Deliveries Help Reduce Inventory Backlogs
January 10, 2022
By Jack Freeman, SCB Contributor
Ten Supply Chain Software Categories Worthy of Investment This Year
December 27, 2021
By Eric Smith, SCB Contributor
A Nine-Step Checklist for Post-Holiday Returns Management
December 20, 2021
By Ara Surenian, SCB Contributor
Supply Chain Disruptions Underscore Need for Better Manufacturing Planning
December 20, 2021
By Angela McNally, SCB Contributor
Leveraging Supply Chain Management Systems to Relieve Burden on Clinicians

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Making It As an Amazon Seller: It’s No Picnic
February 25, 2021
For e-tailers selling their wares on Amazon.com, a lot of obstacles stand in the way of success — sometimes even Amazon itself. Read more.
What’s Wrong With the Pharma Supply Chain?
February 11, 2021
When it comes to efficient distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine and other drugs, the pharmaceutical supply chain is falling short. Read more.
What It Takes to Make Direct-to-Consumer Fulfillment Work
December 09, 2020
Retailers selling over the internet can’t hope to compete without a reliable and effective direct-to-consumer (DTC) model for fulfillment. But setting one up is anything but easy. Read more.