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3 Ways Visibility Software Changes Supply Chain Visibility
June 5, 2024 - 5 minutes read
Learn MoreAs businesses respond to global market uncertainties, visibility is critical for driving corporate success and enabling digital transformation. We live in a time when speed to market, customer experience, cost management, regulatory compliance, global risk management, and supplier cooperation are more critical, scrutinized, and data-driven than ever before. Consequently, supply chain visibility tools — and […]
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The Data Chain: Bridging the Gap Between ERPs and Supply Chain Visibility
March 4, 2024 - 7 minutes read
Learn MoreIn the modern business environment, end-to-end supply chain visibility is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. Recent surveys show that 77% of supply chain decision-makers say real-time visibility is essential to their operations, yet only 25% have implemented visibility solutions. This gap between necessity and reality highlights a critical challenge in the global supply chain. […]
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Introduction to Building Strong Supplier Relationships within SC Management
October 6, 2023 - 8 minutes read
Learn MoreAccording to a McKinsey survey, which included 100+ large organizations in various industries, those engaging in regular supplier collaborations showcased remarkable growth, reduced operating costs, and higher profitability than their competitors. Because of this, establishing supplier relationships is paramount in operations and supply chain management. This article explores the benefits of a collaborative relationship between […]
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How Using Supply Chain Data Can Lead to Better Decision-Making
May 2, 2023 - 7 minutes read
Learn MoreSupply chains play a critical role in the global economy, particularly during major global crises such as the ongoing Covid pandemic. Effective communication and uninterrupted supply chain operations are vital for delivering vaccines to different parts of the world, supplying provisions and weaponry to Ukraine, and providing humanitarian aid to people in need None of […]
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Supply Chain Visibility, Transparency, and Traceability: What Is The Difference?
April 8, 2022 - 5 minutes read
Learn MoreModern supply chains are becoming increasingly complex and interconnected, posing a multitude of control challenges. An integrated supply chain can keep you up to date on all current processes and also helps you to proactively identify trouble spots before they become problems. Visibility and concurrent monitoring help expedite reactions to disruptive activities, reducing or eliminating […]
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End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility: Key Solutions to Keep Shipping Operations Transparent
April 5, 2022 - 5 minutes read
Learn MoreIn the modern business landscape, supply chain executives face more challenges and disruptions to their supply chain ecosystems than ever before. The latest events show that the world’s economic landscapes will be heavily impacted by the consequences of the pandemic, Russian-Ukrainian war, and other ongoing global shifts. One thing in this equilibrium remains constant: the […]
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Creating a Practical & Sustainable Strategy For Supply Chain Transformation
June 25, 2021 - 5 minutes read
Learn MoreSupply chain change and transformation are inevitable given the exponentially growing complexity of today’s global supply chains. With this constant barrage of new information, requirements, and technology, however, often companies are hesitant to implement any changes to their supply chains due to the “we can’t stop in the middle of a sales cycle” critical nature […]
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Increasing Efficiency with Inbound Logistics Visibility
May 25, 2021 - 4 minutes read
Learn MoreObtaining end-to-end supply chain visibility for inbound shipments can be an ongoing and sometimes frustrating battle. When every supplier has its own proprietary methods and systems for booking and communicating, it can be challenging to get an accurate and complete picture of what is expected to arrive and when. It is even more challenging to […]
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Creating a Steady Strategy For Supply Chain Transformation
April 9, 2021 - 4 minutes read
Learn MoreSupply chain change and transformation are inevitable in today’s dynamic world. However, often companies are hesitant to bring changes to their supply chains because of the pressure to upgrade all at once. These concerns often hinder their transformation and keep businesses from unlocking their full potential. According to McKinsey, the average level of digitization in […]
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The Best Way to Increase End-to-End Visibility: A Supply Chain Visibility Platform
April 9, 2021 - 4 minutes read
Learn MoreMost companies vastly underestimate the importance of supply chain visibility. It is critical for organizations to uncover and understand the key drivers that are restricting their global supply chain visibility. According to the “Supply Chain Visibility Report 2020” by EFT, the lack of industry collaboration isa primary obstacle to companies having true visibility: The trouble […]