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Risk/Compliance
Cyber Resilience in the Supply Chain – Solving for the Next Global Crisis
Cybersecurity comes down to visibility and control. Although production flows down a supply chain, risk management needs to flow up the supply chain. This means that every link in a supply chain needs to hold its suppliers accountable.
Transportation
Shippers, Carriers Break the Mold to Overcome Supply Chain Challenges
Manufacturing
Buyer Beware of Microchips on the Open Market
Procurement Software
Supply Chain Disruptions up 88% in 2021
ERP
CFOs Instrumental in Building Factory of the Future
Risk/Compliance
Single-Source Solutions Provides Unified View of Supply Chain Risk
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Software & Technology
Why So Many Acquisitions Occur in the Supply Chain Today
Numerous mergers and acquisitions happen in the supply chain today, mostly on the technology side of things. But why? Managing editor Brielle Jaekel gives some insight on the subject.
Supply Chain Education
L.I.N.K. Educate | Panasonic Offers Hands-On Learning for Students
Panasonic process automation business head explains the company's special partnership with a local community college for a hands-on learning process.
E-Commerce Solutions
The Direct-to-Consumer’s Impact on Supply Chains and Its Future
The L.I.N.K. podcast kicks of the new year with a deep look at the direct-to-consumer industry and its future. But first, the managing editor offers a refresher in the subject in today's column.
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Risk/Compliance
Ocean Freight Bottlenecks, Increased Regulations Pose as Top Supply Chain Risks for 2022
Worldwide water instability ranked as the No. 1 supply chain risk, with two-thirds of the global population set to face water shortages by 2025.
Risk/Compliance
Cyber Incidents Major Concern for Supply Chains, Outranking COVID-19
Cyber incidents tops the Allianz Risk Barometer for only the second time in the survey’s history, business interruption drops to a close second and natural catastrophes rank third.
Emerging Technologies
Batteries Get Smaller and More Durable in Warehousing
Imprint Energy revealed a new battery generation at a much thinner level with greater durability for environments in extreme temperatures. The advancement is indicative of the growth of technology capability in the warehouse.
Risk/Compliance
Is Your Supply Chain Your Greatest Cybersecurity Risk?
To stay ahead of cybercriminals and protect the global supply chain, all organizations must continuously innovate and invest in people, processes and protective technology.
AI/AR
Data Monitoring Tapped for Insurance Capabilities
The rising costs of insurance for carriers prompts tech companies like Overhaul to partner with insurance companies to use data to lower premium costs.
Emerging Technologies
Supply Chain Predictions for 2022
Winning companies are taking steps to look beyond traditional data sources for greater visibility and control.
Trucking
Keeping Truck Drivers Happy
Carriers must be competitive to excel at driver recruitment and driver retention in today's drivers' market.
Automation
How Logistics Teams Can Up Their Game When Shipping Sensitive Items
Tech advances are improving what the service logistics companies can offer to those shipping sensitive items, even in a time of crisis.
Risk/Compliance
How CIOs Repair Mismanaged IT Infrastructures Amid Supply Chain Crisis
The partnership between talent and technology will be fundamental to bridging gaps because it performs many of the critical functions underpinning a truly robust, reliable and connected supply chain in 2022.
Design-Build
Helping Logistics Industry Meet Rapid Delivery Demands Will Drive Economy
Public-private partnerships, smarter regulation, zoning and traffic flow management, proper incentivization, infrastructure investments, a realignment of training priorities and continued industry innovation are key to leading the world of logistics.
Sustainability
What Will the Supply Chain Look Like in 2022?
This past year pushed the supply chain to its brink, which is heavily detailed in this December issue of SDCE. As managing editor of the magazine, I'm proud to see what we have overcome as an industry but I'm cautious on what the future holds.
Supply Chain Visibility
3 Ways to Leverage Existing Technology for Better Supply Chain Risk Management
Automation and broader applications of AI and ML are certainly ahead. But for now, identify what it is you need to solve, what data you need to get there and how you can work with existing technology, customers and partners to gain that insight.
Worker Safety
Trucking Technology’s Impact on Safety and Security
Technology, including automation and machine learning, is a key driver of transportation safety and security.
Software & Technology
L.I.N.K. | Top 5 Podcasts of the Year
SDCE thanks all of the listeners and readers for the support and engagement throughout this year. Here are the Top 5 most downloaded L.I.N.K. podcasts of 2021.
Supply Chain Visibility
SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chains Now On-Demand
Supply chain industry experts from Blue Yonder, Thomson Reuters, Softeon, Enable, Crisp, Coupa, Armada and more detailed what the future of supply chain looks like in a world laden with shortages, backlogs and supply chain disruptions.
Sourcing & Procurement
Nominations Close SUNDAY for Supply & Demand Chain Executive's 2022 Pros to Know Award
This award recognizes outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.
Risk/Compliance
Technology Trends Impacting Risk Management Programs
New technologies, combined with sound management strategies, give the agility to continue adapting risk management practices to the future of work and keep the entire workforce safe.
Emerging Technologies
3 Smart Factory Trends for Manufacturers to Embrace
Companies who make the choice to invest in smart factories will enable workforces to function more effectively in their environments.
Risk/Compliance
Compliance: Your Competitive Advantage
While technology can improve dangerous goods shipping operations significantly, even the latest and greatest solutions won’t work to their fullest potential without complete and accurate data or proper training for employees.
Retention
How Retailers Can Address Labor-Related Supply Chain Gaps
When employees feel they have processes in place and technology to help them do their jobs more efficiently, that will contribute to feelings of ownership and success that lead to improved retention.
Risk/Compliance
Supply Chain Poses Potential for Risk in 2022
Companies should prepare for supply chain shortages by looking for additional sources and possibly investing in higher-than-normal inventory to allow for increased and unpredictable consumer demand.
Risk/Compliance
Splunk Releases 2022 Foreseeable Trends
The combination of government and industry will be the biggest stronghold against cyber threats.
Warehousing
Lighting the Way to a Secure, Productive Warehouse
LED lighting can help create the secure and productive workspaces employees demand, while laying the foundation for the warehouse of the future.
Risk/Compliance
Putting Operational Blind Spots in the Rearview
Over 50% of those surveyed want to invest in artificial intelligence/machine learning to support data-based decision-making.
Supply Chain Visibility
Today is Day 3 of SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chains
Today is Day 3 of SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chains, with sessions from Blue Yonder, Coupa, Armada, Aranca and Thomson Reuters.
Risk/Compliance
Safeguarding the Sharing Economy
The opportunity (and simultaneous obstacle) for businesses that wish to be successful in the B2B marketplace is to design solutions that will verify what is essential, and only what is essential, for any given role or service qualification.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
L.I.N.K. | Maritime Disruptions Change How Companies Negotiate
Now that disruptions are commonplace through overseas cargo transport, companies now negotiate contracts differently. Hear more about the disruptions from a legal perspective on this week's podcast episode featuring a partner of FisherBroyles.
Supply Chain Visibility
SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chains Kicks Off Today
SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chains kicks off TODAY, with sessions from Softeon, Blue Yonder, Enable, Crisp, riskmethods and RapidRatings.
Risk/Compliance
5 Way to Re-Imagine and Re-Engineer the Supply Chain
The current stop/start cycle of COVID-19 is going to last far longer than most want to admit. Plan on this being the catalyst to drive a complete reengineering of your supply chain.
Worker Safety
360-Degree Visibility Provides Insight into Safety Incidents
Camera Connector integrates third-party camera feeds into Samsara's video-based workflows for coaching and safety insights.
