Commentary

Next Year? AI is a Retailer’s Lifeline

Retailers faced a broad array of challenges this past year. What will they face next year? Does it really matter?

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Myth-busting AI in the Supply Chain

Over the past decade, supply chains have undergone a substantial digital transformation. One of the most significant factors driving this change has been the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies. As these technologies have become more prominent, however, so too have misconceptions about their impact on supply chain and logistics operations.

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How Technology Can Steer the Trucking Industry Out of Crisis

High inventories and a pullback of consumer spending signal no imminent relief for the trucking industry which is already on its knees. And this ordeal has posed a stark question: What happens to an economy when its chief logistic artery is under such a strain?

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Shipment Speed and Size: Why It Matters

The 2023 holiday season outlook is a bit more “merry and bright,” according to a recent DHL survey of 800 U.S. small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs), as respondents anticipate an increase in ecommerce buying activity over last year. Overall, the survey findings suggest that while challenges—such as inflation and supply chain disruptions—persist, a majority of […]

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GOOD QUESTION: What’s One Underrated Skill in Supply Chain Management?

From composure to the ability to handle objections, these skills may not be part of curriculums but they make for great supply chain managers.

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The Impact of Double Brokering: How It Happens and How to Mitigate It

Double brokering has always been an issue in the freight industry but it has taken an alarming upward turn in the past year. It’s vital to assess exactly what’s causing the surge in double brokering, and what the implications are for shippers.

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How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings

Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains. While bear markets are known for their economic uncertainty and declining stock prices, bull markets are characterized by investor optimism and rising asset values. Both markets present unique hurdles that supply chain professionals must adeptly navigate.

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Nearshoring: A New Era for Resilience

Nearshoring and reshoring have gained significant attention as effective ways for businesses to rethink operations while mitigating risk and increasing speed to markets to optimize operations. What are the benefits and challenges?

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The New Global Supply Chain: The Domino Effect of Geopolitical Tensions between China and the United States

With geopolitical tensions between the United States and China drastically increasing in the past year, global supply chains have shifted. Companies around the world are forced to diversify their supply chains to mitigate disruptions, reduce risk, and increase supply continuity. Here’s how we got here, where things currently stand, and how companies can move forward.  

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AI Has a Black Box Problem, Here’s How to Avoid It 

Retailers beware! Before you dive into artificial intelligence solutions to keep your shelves restocked, consider the ramifications of AI’s lack of visibility into how it reaches its output, and whether a slower approach to AI can yield better longer-term outcomes.

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