Organizations implementing sustainable supply chain practices face increased expenses associated with upfront investments. But new strategies are emerging to change that. Highlights: 93% of supply chain organizations have implemented environmental initiatives. Still, more plan to do so in the next five years. Unlike some sustainability initiatives that require large upfront investment, other strategies synergize with
Supply chain companies are beginning to use robotics to boost warehouse efficiency and drive profits thanks to new automated technologies. Highlights: High-res cameras, pressure sensors, navigation lasers, and acoustic warning indicators allow automated devices to navigate warehouses efficiently and autonomously. Robotics offers enhanced efficiency for both warehouse capability and predictive supply chain management. After major
Also, this month in social media news: LinkedIn adds a “Teammates” option to facilitate connections among colleagues, and Facebook is testing a Stories-like newsfeed. Highlights: Facebook is giving users increased access to what information advertisers have on them. Instagram is considering joining Facebook in promoting communal video experiences. LinkedIn’s “Teammates” feature helps users prioritize content
Here are our picks for the best podcasts for the supply chain for industry insights, analysis, and conversation. Highlights Professional content is now available via podcasts Listen to conversation on transportation, SCM, manufacturing, automation, and more Get timely information from knowledgable people in the industry Back in the day, fighting traffic on the morning commute
Transparency in your supply chain through social media outlets can give a look inside your company in a way that your customers are craving. Highlights: Customers have been demanding more visibility into supply chains of the products they purchase. Through social channels like Twitter , LinkedIn , and Facebook, companies are greatly enhancing their two-way communication with
The results are in: Artificial intelligence (AI) has significant value for many business sectors. But what are the most effective ways to apply AI to your supply chain management company? Executives of many leading companies are looking for ways to integrate AI into their operations. A recent McKinsey & Co. study estimates that 40% of
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way the global supply chain operates and may make most supply chain management companies obsolete in 5-10 years. What can your company expect and what are the best strategies for preparing? AI has a significant presence in supply chain management. Leading companies already use AI to run predictive analytics
Companies can reach millennial B2B buyers by partnering with popular social media users who speak with passion and expertise to young professionals. Numbering 80 million, millennials have become the largest demographic segment in the United States and are expected to command more than $1 trillion in disposable income by the year 2020. As this generation
Brands need to focus on the awareness and consideration stages of the buyer’s journey to build relationships and boost social media ROI. Are you focusing on the right phases of the buyer’s journey in your social media strategy? The 2018 Sprout Social Index shows that customers prefer businesses to provide social media content that aids
As social networks reaffirm their commitment to keeping their platforms truly social, brands need to evaluate their social media marketing strategies and ensure that they align with what users want to see. This year, we’ve seen social networks attempt to take back the “social” element of their platforms by decreasing the reach of brands and
Consider these chatbot platforms for supply chain operations that can help you create artificial intelligence bots to interact with your prospects. Chatbots are on the lips of every marketer these days hoping to automate some of their processes. These artificial intelligence computer programs are designed to conduct conversations, simulating how a human would interact. If
Follow these 3 steps to use social media to promote events, conferences, and other business occasions. Social media is a powerhouse tool for growing brand awareness, audience engagement, and lead generation. It’s also one of the most effective ways out there to promote special events. But simply creating a Facebook event and sharing it once
