Emergency response plan
How do people react when acute danger is imminent? And how can organizations prepare for potential calamities? Just a while ago, I experienced a fire drill at a well-known brewery located in a shared office …
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Matchory makes global supply chain transparent
German start-up Matchory developed a tool that allows companies to find and compare suppliers quickly and easily. “Companies can also list their existing suppliers and ask the tool to come up with alternatives that might …
Digital transformation is priority for global manufacturers
Digital transformation is considered a priority by 92% of manufacturers. With the rapidly increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the high expectations around it, they are therefore willing to invest in improved data management …
Software selection: focus on results, not functionality
Many software selection processes end with a choice based on gut feeling. That needs to change, according to Criona, the agency that helps companies choose the right supply chain software. During Webinar Wednesday, founder Alan …
Deployment of electric trucks in the Netherlands slows due to delay in zero-emission zones
While the short trip distances in the Netherlands (where 80% of trips are less than 150km) are ideally suited to electric transport, investment in electric trucks is under pressure. The reason for this is the …
Investing in transport technology in response to change
40% of shippers and logistics service providers plan to invest in transportation technology to prepare for the changing industry and regulations. This is according to Descartes Systems Group’s annual Global Transportation Management Benchmark Survey. For companies …
AI and ML will improve supply chain efficiency
Technological innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), will significantly improve supply chain efficiency. According to The State of Supply Chain Report 2024 by US software provider Inspectorio, 82% of 144 respondents …
Safe-space battlefield
Two factors contribute to good performance for learning organizations: making mistakes and having a safe working environment. With these research findings, US Professor Amy Edmondson of Harvard Business School captures the importance of psychological safety …
Lessons from korfball
My academic life is intertwined with the supply chain profession. I have done research covering the entire field, from strategic supply chain choices to detailed production planning. The world of korfball has largely dominated my …
Checklist for WMS software
In today’s dynamic e-commerce landscape, efficient warehouse management is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. Cloudbased Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) have emerged as a critical solution, providing enhanced flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency. Given the …
