Professional Development | Supply & Demand Chain Executive

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain

December 5, 2023

Register now to learn more about what's in store for 2024 and beyond. Topics revolve around Warehouse Automation, Supply Chain Visibility, AI, Cold Chain, Electrification and more.

The 2022 Women in Supply Chain winners in attendance at last year's Women in Supply Chain Forum.

#BetterTogether. Women in Supply Chain Forum Promotes Collaboration in Logistics

The Women in Supply Chain Forum is the industry’s premier networking and educational forum tailored to men and women in executive-level positions to expand their professional network through thought-provoking discussion panels.

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Nominations Open for 2024 Pros to Know Award

NEW THIS YEAR, this award recognizes Top 100 influential individuals in four distinct categories, whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.

The 2022 Women in Supply Chain winners in attendance at last year's Women in Supply Chain Forum.

#BetterTogether. Women in Supply Chain Forum Promotes Collaboration in Logistics

The Women in Supply Chain Forum is the industry’s premier networking and educational forum tailored to men and women in executive-level positions to expand their professional network through thought-provoking discussion panels.

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Managing Supply Chain Partner Relations in the Digital Age

Businesses with well-maintained partner relationships can also find themselves in a more resilient position to adapt to market fluctuations.

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Navigating Global Logistics and Supply Chain to Overcome Obstacles

Here's a look at how professionals can become experts in their field, adeptly overcoming obstacles, demonstrating resilience during times of crisis and effectively preparing for regulatory issues and economic downturns.

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AI Platform Manages Deskless Workplace Operations

SafetyCulture unveiled a new supercharged version of the SafetyCulture workplace operations platform.

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Nominations Open for 2024 Pros to Know Award

NEW THIS YEAR, this award recognizes Top 100 influential individuals in four distinct categories, whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.

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Young Supply Chain Professionals Express High Job Satisfaction

Nearly 96% of young professionals expressed excitement about their supply chain careers, according to a study presented by Penske Logistics, Korn Ferry and CSCMP.

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DEI Policies on the Rise in Transportation: Study

Companies in commercial freight transportation are increasingly formalizing diversity and inclusion policies, according to the 2023 WIT Index, developed by the Women In Trucking Association.

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Next Generation In Trucking’s New Curriculum Supports High School CDL Programs

The Curriculum Companion provides five parts of online modules aligned with ELDT standards, along with easy-to-use classroom activities, videos, handouts, and assessments for educators.

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Alexis Asks: How Education Inspires a New Generation in Manufacturing

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. A fresh take on education and a highlight on manufacturing on the economy is making a way for a new generation of manufacturers.

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Why Supply Chain Leaders Hold the Key to a Better Standard for Company Culture

By prioritizing transparency, honesty, ethical behavior and holding themselves and their teams accountable, supply chain leaders can build trust and respect.

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Raymond’s Virtual Manufacturing Day Event to Celebrate Manufacturing Industry

This online program will help teachers and students learn more about future careers in modern manufacturing.

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Number of Female Fleet Equipment Technicians Shows Substantial Increase

The percentage of female equipment technicians in corporations with for-hire or private fleets in the commercial freight transportation industry has shown a substantial increase, according to new research from Women in Trucking Association (WIT).

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Q&A: The Transformative World of Workforce Development

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant sits down with Kacy Swanson, VP of Employee Services at Trailer Bridge, to discuss how Trailer Bridge uses workforce development to invest in their people and grow the future of logistics.

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Generative AI Will Drive Reductions in SG&A Cost and Staffing

The analysis considered the elimination of structured work through hyper-automation; the ability to enable unstructured work by adopting digital assistants; and enhancing interactive work through personalization at scale.

Women in Supply Chain: What They're Doing Matters to the Future of Supply Chains

This year's award took in over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications for this award. This is because what these winners are doing matters to the future of supply chains.

This Year's Overall Women in Supply Chain Winners Exhibit Innovation, Passion and Grace

Meet the two overall winners of this year's Women in Supply Chain award, presented by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

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Advancing Manufacturing Education: It’s More Important Now Than Ever

If we bring baseline training and education opportunities to younger workers, they can take that knowledge and spin it into something that will continue to drive the industry forward, keeping processes fresh and challenging the status quo.

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Finding Lasting Talent in an Evolving Consumer Market

Understanding the supply chain's impact on the consumer landscape is vital, as it plays a key role in data analytics and efficient product delivery.

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She-cession No More: Empowering Women in Cannabis Manufacturing and Supply Chain

As women return to the workforce after the COVID-19 pandemic, we have a rare opportunity to evaluate our workspaces and ensure they are accessible to people of all genders.

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Manufacturing Industry Struggles to Fill Labor Gaps Despite Positive Outlook in Production Capacity

Healthy growth in demand for manufactured goods and services, as well as year-over-year increases in production capacity, revenue and shift work, highlight a positive outlook for the U.S. manufacturing sector in the second half of 2023.

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Percentage of Female Safety Professionals in Freight Transportation Increases

The percentage of female safety professionals in corporations with for-hire or private fleets in the commercial freight transportation industry continues to increase.

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Empowering Female Cybersecurity Talent in the Supply Chain

If supply chain leaders want to be pioneers in the way they perform against threats, they need a gender-diverse workforce.

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B2B Platform Connects Industry Leaders to Address Diversity and Inclusion

The B2T platform was created as a global and inclusive online platform where industry leaders, diverse businesses, non-profits, educators, mentors, talent, and communities connect and collaborate.

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Why Supply Chains Need Symbiotic Relationship Between Technology and Warehouse Workers

Based on learnings from deploying supply chain technology at scale, the industry should ensure that in-warehouse technology supports its labor force in four key areas - training, job performance, safety, and advancement.

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Percentage of Female HR Professionals in Transportation Remains High: Study

An average 74.6% of human resources and talent management roles in transportation companies are held by women, according to new data from the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Opens Registration

Registration is open for SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain, the premier virtual event aimed at educating logistics professionals on critical issues impacting the supply chain industry.

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What Supply Chain Experts Think About the State of the Industry

The bottom line: For better or worse, change is ever present. And with that said, the best supply chains – and leaders – are nothing if not always adaptable.

Women in Supply Chain Forum: Early Bird Pricing Ends July 31

This premier networking event, which will take place Nov. 14-15 at the Hotel Colee in Atlanta, is tailored to men and women to expand their professional network and enhance discussion around DEI, networking, mentorship and more.

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UPS, Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement in Labor Negotiations

Highlights of the tentative agreement entail historic wage increases, safety and health protections, certain holidays off, perks for part-time drivers, creation of 7,500 new full-time jobs at UPS and the fulfillment of 22,500 open positions and more.

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Average of 31.6% C-Suite Executives are Women: Study

The index found that an average of 36.9% of company leaders, defined as professionals with supervisory responsibilities, are women.