The Tough Decisions Supply Chain Leaders are Facing in 2024
By David Strauss, AVP, Strategic Partner Development, e2open We’re three months into 2024, but it hasn’t been an easy start to the year for businesses. Thanks to geo-political conflict, the continued cost-of-living crisis, and the impact of extreme weather events, enterprises continue to face unprecedented challenges in supply and demand. Securing inventories, meeting demanding ESG […]
Data, data everywhere: The future of AI in logistics transportation
Most shippers, carriers and logistics service providers understand the importance of data collection and data-driven decision-making. Data collected over time provides intelligence, enabling companies to enhance long-term decision-making. Meanwhile, real-time data can be used to make smart split-second decisions – like how to correct or replan when problems occur. Artificial intelligence is a potent tool […]
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Logistics Planning: A game-changer for supply chain professionals?
The supply chain domain, particularly logistics planning, has always been fraught with complexities and uncertainties. From fluctuating demand to unforeseen disruptions, supply chain professionals grapple with a myriad of challenges daily. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into logistics is providing them with the tools to navigate this intricate landscape more efficiently and effectively. […]
The transformative impact of AI on the logistics and supply chain sectors
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide, and its impact on the logistics and supply chain sectors cannot be overstated. From streamlining operations to enhancing efficiency, AI-powered technologies are transforming how goods are transported, stored, and delivered. This article explores the ways in which AI is impacting the logistics and supply chain sectors, revolutionising the […]
5 Minutes With… Amy Heineike, VP of Engineering at 7bridges
In the latest instalment of our supply chain industry executive interview series we spoke to 7bridges VP of Engineering Amy Heineike about managing geopolitical and economic shocks, the importance of adaptability, the impact of AI tools and how corporate sustainability will be a big focus in 2023… What have been the biggest challenges the Supply Chain industry […]
Could AI-generated inventions soon be patented in the UK?
With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence technology, how are AI-generated inventions recognised when it comes to patents? Innovation funding and Patent Box experts ABGI UK look into where inventions created by AI systems currently stand in regards to intellectual property, and how potential changes will affect UK businesses… As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly advanced, how […]
How Smart Technology is Helping the Manufacturing Industry
In the world of manufacturing, the way things are produced has changed dramatically over the years. From the first moving assembly line created, through to the modern-day invention of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it’s safe to say that manufacturing methods have evolved quickly. The secret to this progression is advances in technology. Not only has it allowed […]
82% of supply chain managers frustrated by AI systems during COVID-19 pandemic
82% of supply chain decision-makers have been left frustrated by AI-powered systems and tools during the COVID-19 crisis. That’s according to Secondmind-commissioned independent global research, carried out by Censuswide, to survey over 500 supply chain planners and managers across Europe and the USA to learn how AI was helping or hindering their decision-making. The results show that despite the frustration, belief […]
Carrefour optimises supply chain with Artificial Intelligence
Carrefour has become the first French retailer to use artificial intelligence to optimise inventory management and reduce waste by integrating software developed by SAS into its supply chain. Drawing on the €2 billion annual investment budget included in the “Carrefour 2022” transformation plan, mainly for IT and digital technology projects, Carrefour Supply Chain ultimately selected […]
