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How Artificial Intelligence Bolsters Global Supply Chains

The continued disruption of supply chains suggests that the challenges of the COVID-19 era have been more than a blip in an otherwise stable period of global business. It’s time to take proactive action to prepare.

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A Retail "Delivery Persona" That Helps Both the Environment and the Bottom Line

There’s good news in Descartes’ recent study of consumer sentiment of sustainable delivery practices.

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The Reality, Promise and Limits of Artificial Intelligence

Just what is artificial intelligence, anyway? In its ultimate form, will it model, augment or replace human thought?

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Five Mistakes Companies Make in Managing Supply Chain Risk

The pandemic has inflicted serious damage in the last two and a half years, but there may be a silver lining for companies smart enough to take advantage of the opportunity to develop a more resilient supply chain.

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A ‘Minimal’ Approach to Creating Supply Chain Software

Business leaders, from entrepreneurs to in-house technology innovators, have long succeeded by creating “minimal viable products” (MVPs).

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Crisis in Food Supply Chains: What’s Cooking Up the Global Disruptions?

The food industry as a whole has met widespread challenges.

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The Next Stop in the Multi-Decade Digitization of Procurement

Procurement orchestration plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and successful acquisition of products and services. But very little of the past few years could be called efficient and successful.

Are Your Business Connections Making You ESG-Unfriendly?

Consumers worldwide will buy or boycott a brand solely based on its level of compliance with environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) requirements.

Logistics Teams Need to Rethink Contract Models in an Unpredictable Economy

Businesses need to rethink how they renegotiate contracts — on an as-needed basis rather than a time-based schedule — to optimize deals for both sides.

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The Unstoppable Digitization of Global Logistics

Changes brought on by COVID-19, resource shortages and heightened demand for goods have all increased awareness about the value of global logistics digitization, and accelerated its impact.

Four Emerging Supply Chain Jobs of the Future

There's been a a dramatic leap in awareness of the importance of supply chain management, one that will come with many opportunities for both employees and employers.

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Rugged Devices Can Spell the Difference Between Logistical Success and Failure

The pressure on supply chains shows little sign of letting up, and choosing the right mobile device can help ensure the survivability of a business and provide the visibility it needs to stay on top of the game.

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How a Leading U.S. Floral Distribution Company Reduced Warehouse Labor Costs by 45% with RFID

Recycled Tagging Fasteners: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

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