Supply chain and manufacturing

Learn how technology can optimize your supply chain, logistics and manufacturing processes. Explore how the internet of things, AI and blockchain are bringing new efficiencies and how ERP software can help with supply chain operations and improve product delivery. Here you'll also find overviews on important supply chain management concepts.

September 30, 2022 30 Sep'22
Fair Repair Act could help spur circular economy model

New regulations including the Fair Repair Act coupled with factors like consumer demand for sustainability are motivating manufacturers to consider a circular economy model.
August 22, 2022 22 Aug'22
Kinaxis RapidResponse gets multiparty orchestration with MPO

Supply chain planning and order execution will integrate as Kinaxis acquires MPO, which might help customers get real-time visibility and deal with supply chain disruptions.
August 16, 2022 16 Aug'22
CHIPS Act should simplify semiconductor supply chains

The CHIPS Act is a good first step in reviving U.S. semiconductor production, but experts caution that benefits won't be realized soon, due to issues like complex supply chains.
July 08, 2022 08 Jul'22
Growing number of risks tests supply chain continuity

In this Q&A, supply chain expert Zachary Collier looks at some ways supply chains are threatened today and how companies need to avoid a single point of failure in supply chains.

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distributor

A distributor is an intermediary entity between a producer of a product, or manufacturer, and a downstream entity in the distribution channel or supply chain. Continue Reading
greenwashing

Greenwashing is a term used to describe a false, misleading or untrue action or set of claims made by an organization about the positive impact that a company, product or service has on the environment. Continue Reading
electronic data processing (EDP)

Electronic data processing (EDP) refers to the gathering of data using electronic devices, such as computers, servers or calculators. Continue Reading

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RFID vs. IoT: What are the differences?

Users often combine RFID and IoT, but the two technologies are different in some important ways. Learn more about RFID vs. IoT and the uses for each in the supply chain. Continue Reading
RFID vs. barcodes in supply chain: Which should you choose?

Both RFID and barcodes are valuable in the supply chain, but each is more useful for particular scenarios. Learn what to consider when deciding between RFID vs. barcodes. Continue Reading
How COVID-19 has affected just-in-time supply chains

Industry leaders long held up the just-in-time supply chain model as ideal, but the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed its weaknesses. Learn whether just-in-time is over for good. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

7 benefits of RFID in supply chain management and logistics

RFID can help companies in their supply chain operations by assisting with product tracking and potentially improving product availability. Learn some of RFID's other benefits. Continue Reading
Digital freight broker cuts food waste, carbon footprints

Hwy Haul CEO Syed Aman explains how connecting shippers with truckers online and using data science to optimize loads and routes makes the produce supply chain more sustainable. Continue Reading
Digital Twin Consortium strives to organize a chaotic market

Digital Twin Consortium CTO Dan Isaacs explains the organization's work and assesses the progress made in digital twin technology, standards and best practices. Continue Reading

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5 ways to use social media in supply chain management

Amid a supply chain crisis, customers often turn to social media to voice frustration. Organizations need honesty, empathy and informative content to help disgruntled customers. Continue Reading
How supply chain issues affect data storage and what IT can do

Supply chain issues challenge IT teams and data storage administrators. It's important to be as proactive as possible when managing storage in an era of such uncertainty. Continue Reading
supply chain visibility (SCV)

Supply chain visibility (SCV) is the ability of parts, components or products in transit to be tracked from manufacturer to final destination. Continue Reading