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Upstream vs. Downstream Supply Chain: Key Differences

A supply chain strategy, at its core, involves the smooth transition of a product from raw material acquisition (upstream) to the delivery of the final product to the end consumer...

07/24/20236 min read

Transportation Visibility: What It Is and How It Works

Do you understand how transportation visibility works for your supply chain activities? There’s no doubt that it has become an increasingly important factor in operating a successful business. Many organizations...

07/17/20236 min read

Top 5 Supply Chain Technology Trends of 2023

Global supply chains are undergoing rapid digital transformation. As the world becomes increasingly connected through technology, supply chain operations must also evolve to keep up. Supply chain strategies and business...

07/10/20236 min read

The Role of Real Time Transportation in Supply Chain

The main elements in supply chain management are planning, sourcing, producing, distribution, and reverse logistics. Of these processes, transportation has a significant impact on the productivity and efficiency of your...

07/03/20236 min read

What Is the Role of Warehouse Automation in Management?

Warehouse automation offers multiple benefits from a more productive workforce to potentially faster service delivery. The right warehouse management solutions can transform your warehouse into a well-oiled machine, allowing you...

06/26/20236 min read

Supply Chain vs Value Chain: Key Differences

Understanding key industry terms is essential in an age where effective business management relies heavily on making informed, strategic decisions. Two such terms are supply chain and value chain, which...

06/19/20236 min read

5 Ways Supply Chain KPIs Drive Business Performance

Is your supply chain strategy costing your business productivity and profit? The movement of goods is essential for any business, but inefficiencies can lead to high costs, lost sales opportunities,...

06/12/20236 min read

7 Benefits of Supply Chain Visibility

For operations and supply chain managers, visibility into the entire supply chain can be essential in achieving optimal results. Visibility brings a world of benefits that extend far beyond mere...

06/05/20236 min read

Why Is Forecasting Important in Supply Chain Management?

Forecasting is a vital part of effective supply chain management (SCM). Understanding what customers need before they order ensures you always have the right inventory levels. Forecasting also plays a...

05/22/20236 min read

Improving Lead Times in Supply Chain: 5 Tips

According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, supply chain pressures are easing. These pressures have been a key factor in driving inflation and also impacting companies’ ability to...

05/15/20236 min read

How To Optimize Your Asset Lifecycle Management

When all of your assets are used efficiently for their lifecycle, you can significantly improve the total cost of ownership. Yet, for many organizations, a lack of data and asset...

05/08/20236 min read

How To Improve Sustainability in Supply Chain: Best Practices

Many companies have undertaken efforts to reduce their energy usage and put in place policies to support environmental initiatives within their organization. However, those efforts represent only a fraction of...

05/01/20236 min read