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Download AI in the Supply Chain Why Supply Chains Need a New Operating System Modern supply chains are straining under constant pressure. Global sourcing models are more intricate, lead times less predictable, and disruptions—whether geopolitical shocks, climate events, or trade disputes—are no longer rare exceptions. At the same time, customers expect speed, low cost, and …

Architecting the AI Supply Chain: A 10 Part Downloadable Executive Guide Read More »

Everyone’s talking about AI agents, but few are asking what they actually need to deliver on their promise. In supply chain, it’s not enough for agents to move fast or automate tasks. To drive real business value, they have to orchestrate and that takes more than just data. It takes optimization, real-time signals, and cross-functional …

Why True Supply Chain Orchestration Demands More than Just AI Agents By Andrew Bell Read More »

The gap between knowing a supplier will be late and doing something useful about it often determines whether you hit margin targets or burn cash on expedites. Yet most procurement teams still learn about changes through scattered emails and phone calls — after their best options have disappeared. It’s time to stop treating procurement and …

Procurement, Inventory, and AI: Integrating Decisions (Not Just Systems) Read More »

On August 19, 2025, Blue Yonder announced its acquisition of Optoro to revolutionize returns management across retail and logistics, integrating Optoro’s cloud-native platform to streamline warehouse and in-store returns, promote e-commerce, and reduce landfill waste. Meanwhile, Walmart demonstrated resilience amid tariff hikes by boosting e-commerce and grocery sales through strategic imports and pricing. The Trump …

Supply Chain and Logistics News August 18th- 21st 2025 Read More »

The Partnership aligns OPC UA Standardization and Cross-Industry Data Interoperability to Comply with Regional Regulations like the EU Digital Product Passport Scottsdale (AZ), USA / Berlin, Germany, August 19th, 2025 – The Catena-X Automotive Network e. V. and the OPC Foundation have announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate standardized, cross-company data sharing across the manufacturing industry. …

Catena-X and OPC Foundation Join Forces to Enable Seamless Industrial Data Exchange for the Digital Product Passport Read More »

On August 19, 2025, Blue Yonder announced its acquisition of Optoro, a strategic move aimed at transforming the returns management landscape across retail and logistics. This acquisition enhances Blue Yonder’s capabilities in both warehouse and in-store returns processing, addressing a critical pain point in the supply chain where inefficiencies and waste are rampant—9.5 billion pounds …

Blue Yonder Acquires Optoro to Revolutionize Returns Management Read More »

While manufacturers strive for flexibility, inherent limitations in ‘standard’ processes can limit one’s ability to quickly adapt. Despite decades of investment in supply chain systems, production scheduling, and demand forecasting, many are still grappling with a basic yet critical challenge – producing the right mix of products at the right time. The cost of getting …

Are You As Flexible As You Think You Are? Read More »

In the last week, the supply chain and logistics landscape saw pivotal developments across manufacturing, retail, automotive, and government sectors. GE Appliances announced a bold $3 billion investment to localize and automate its U.S. operations, while Toyota revealed plans to enter South Africa’s EV market with three new models, signaling a strategic expansion amid global …

Supply Chain and Logistics News August 11th – 14th 2025 Read More »

Industrial B2B supply chains are evolving in response to geopolitical developments, rising consumer demand, sustainability requirements, and the impacts of climate change. As a result, traditional, siloed operations have become outdated. Two keywords for survival today were considered by many in the recent past to be mere buzzwords: adaptability and agility. A fundamental shift is needed …

Navigating Supply Chain Modernization with SAP RISE and Cognizant Read More »

Wireless connectivity is foundational to modern logistics. From handheld scanners to autonomous vehicles, most systems rely on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular to keep information flowing. These radio-based networks work well in most environments, but not all. That’s where Li-Fi enters the picture. Li-Fi, or Light Fidelity, uses modulated LED light to transmit data. It operates …

Li-Fi in Logistics: A Narrow Tool for Specific Use Cases, Where Light-Based Communication Fits, and Where It Doesn’t Read More »