Why is the supply chain broken? ... On the Talking Supply Chain Podcast:
May 20, 2022
On this episode, Stopwatch’s Meagan Bowman discusses why the CPG supply chain is broken, along with all things startup-related. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.
Climate change is a supply chain issue: JSCM Video
May 17, 2022
In this month’s video, we feature the third in a series of JSCM webinars looking at supply chain’s role in climate change.
Let your excess inventory advance your ESG goals on this episode of The Rebound Podcast
May 11, 2022
Claudia Freed, CEO of EALgreen, discusses how her organization is turning donations of excess inventory into college scholarships. It’s a win-win for supply chain organizations and education.
Lessons from supply chain leaders
May 7, 2022
At last week's American Supply Chain Summit, leaders discussed the importance of people and resilience.
Bringing visibility to inbound logistics
May 2, 2022
Southern Glazer’s is collaborating with a 3PL to bring efficiency and transparency to inbound logistics. The payoff: A more customer-centric supply chain.
Are you ready for the Metaverse?
April 24, 2022
A recent survey from Accenture argues that the most supply chain executives expect a profound impact on their operations.
Talking Supply Chain Podcast: Planning under uncertainty. It’s a new world for supply chain planners
April 20, 2022
On this episode, Larry Lapide discusses why we need a new approach to planning and forecasting given these uncertain times. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.
What’s holding back micro-fulfillment?
April 18, 2022
Micro-fulfillment is moving forward, but at a slower pace than previously forecast. Slowing e-commerce sales and achieving an ROI are two factors.
Can reverse logistics advance your ESG goals?
April 12, 2022
An Illinois-based non-profit helps firms reduce their excess inventory while advancing their ESG initiatives by contributing to the next generation of students.
Speaking up for diversity and inclusion in the supply chain on The Rebound
April 7, 2022
ASCM Board members Katie Fowler and Pamela Dow discuss the importance of diversity in the supply chain. In the war for talent, it’s essential.
Stepping up to handle massive e-commerce requirements
April 6, 2022
As we heard across the board, fulfillment pressures will continue in 2022, and flexibility and scalability will be more important than ever—putting a premium on the adoption of software, automated systems, robotics, mobile solutions and emerging next-generation technologies to build in new levels of resilience.
Wine Access’s Goldilocks Supply Chain
April 6, 2022
One of the largest shippers of wine, the e-comm retailers is using weather data to ensure quality deliveries.
Modex musing: robotics solutions take on inventory flows
April 4, 2022
Warehouse robotics today involves more than automating a single, discrete task that would otherwise have to be carried out by a human. At MODEX, exhibitors with robotics solutions were talking up the criticality of software for inventory optimization and order release, as well as partnerships that combine robotics systems to achieve a fully automated workflow.
Modex 2022. That’s a wrap!
April 1, 2022
After a two-year absence and a pandemic, Modex came roaring back.
Modex 2022 is back
March 28, 2022
After a 2-year hiatus, live trade events return and automation is the star of the show
MODEX lookout: the value of autonomous handoffs between systems
March 26, 2022
There are sure to be some interesting autonomous mobile robot designs and features to learn about at MODEX, but what really perks my interest are integrated workflows that unite robotics with other forms of automation, with fewer manual scans or system inputs needed.
It’s a good time to jump ship!
March 25, 2022
We’re not encouraging anyone to leave their job, but the job market for experienced supply chain professionals has never been better.
Robomart is reinventing retail on The Rebound Podcast
March 23, 2022
Ahmed Ali, co-founder of Robomart, has a new take on retail he calls store hailing. The idea is simple: Instead of you going to the store, he’ll bring the store to you.
Women in supply chain: steel toes and stilettos
March 21, 2022
New supply chain book tells the story of lean transformation and importance of building inclusive teams
Talking Supply Chain Podcast: EVs, tungsten and the new oil
March 18, 2022
Almonty Industries' Lewis Black discusses the supply chain barriers to the EV revolution on this episode of Talking Supply Chain. Is tungsten the new oil?