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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

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From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

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Supplier Onboarding is Core to a Digital Supply Chain Transformation

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The most common form of trading partner collaboration is purchase order collaboration. With PO collaboration, buyers send digital purchase orders over the network to suppliers or other trading partners. The tool Molex used to drive adherence to the new process was, without a doubt, a major contributor to the success of this program.

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The Importance of Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry

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The logistics and supply chain industry is a critical component of global trade, responsible for moving goods and materials efficiently to meet consumer and business demands. Addressing Energy Challenges in Logistics The logistics sector is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.

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The Parade Story with Anthony Sutardja

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As CEO & co-founder of Parade, Anthony leads product vision and strategy to enable logistics service providers to work smarter and faster with modern tools. Parade integrates with existing tools to source capacity, match freight, and manage relationships. Build or Buy: Should you purchase your software or build your own.

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Schneider Electric’s Supply Chain Design Journey

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One essential tool used by the supply chain team is supply chain design. One key tool they use to accomplish this is a supply chain design solution from Coupa. By 2014, the company had purchased the Coupa solution, developed an internal modeling team, and created data extraction and cleansing routines.

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Top 6 Logistics Challenges and How to Overcome Them

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Image source: Pexels | Logistics Challenges and How to Overcome Them Let’s break down the most common logistics problems and how you can resolve them to improve your operations. Navigating logistics can feel like solving a puzzle where each piece needs to fit perfectly for smooth operations.

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Truckload Pricing Dynamics with Jon Payne

The Logistics of Logistics

Under Jon’s leadership, Loadsmart has developed and gone to market with several customized pricing solutions for shippers, including Reliable Contracts, a dynamic contract solution that guarantees 100% PTA and incentivizes Loadsmart to purchase below market. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast. Jon holds a B.S.