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Expectations for Tech at Peak
New report from Gartner shows expectations for supply chain tech at its peak, reports Supply Chain Digital.
A Gartner ‘hype cycle’ report on supply chain strategy – designed to separate reality from hype – suggests expectations around technology are at a peak.
Read more...Tech Prevents Delays
According to Solutions Review, supply chain technology prevents delays.
There will always be a need for speed in terms of shipping times. From outpacing competitors, stocking shelves, and preventing spoilage to minimizing the time spent managing logistics so that other tasks can be handled, speed and efficiency are paramount in shipping
Read more...Tracking Supply Chain Performance
New MerQube Freight Waves Index tracks the performance of the supply chain and logistics industry, reports FreightWaves.
The MerQube FreightWaves Supply Chain Tech Index — the first index to track the performance of the supply chain and logistics industry — was launched Tuesday. Companies on the index have a minimum float market cap of $500 million and a minimum average daily value traded of $3 million
Read more...Big Retailers Invest in Supply Chain Tech
Big retailers like Walmart, Amazon and Target are spending money on improvin their supply chain tech, reports CNBC.
When the economy slows down, the classic response for consumer businesses is to cut back: slow hiring, maybe lay off workers, slash marketing, or even slow the pace of technology investment, delaying projects until after business has picked up again.
Read more...The Global Supply Chain Needs Tech Boost
The global supply chain is in need of a serious technology upgrade, reports Forbes.
I’ve often spoken about the manual state of the global supply chain, but many in the industry are still unaware of how big this problem is.
Read more...Accenture Acquires Two More Firms
According to DC Velocity, Accenture is increasing its supply chain presence by acquiring two more firms.
Consulting firm Accenture is expanding its supply chain practice through two more acquisitions, announcing it has bought the technology advisory firms this month in a bid to helps clients create more intelligent supply chain networks.
Read more...DHL Makes the Digital Transformation
According to Forbes, DHL Supply Chain has revolutionized its supply chain technologies.
In 2018, DHL Supply Chain announced its plans to deploy emerging technologies in 350 of its North American facilities.
Read more...MacGregor Partners is Acquired
MacGregor Partners has been acquired by Accenture, reports ERP Today.
Accenture has acquired MacGregor Partners, a supply chain consultancy and technology provider specializing in intelligent logistics and warehouse management.
Read more...Investment in Supply Chain Optimization Increases
Companies are investing heavily in intelligent supply chain optimization, reports Appinventiv.
Digitalization is visibly transforming almost every space, but perhaps the biggest impact that the concept is making is in the logistics and manufacturing sectors.
Read more...DHL Makes the Digital Transformation
According to Forbes, DHL Supply Chain has revolutionized its supply chain technologies.
In 2018, DHL Supply Chain announced its plans to deploy emerging technologies in 350 of its North American facilities.
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