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The Strategic Value of Supply Chain Visibility

January 13, 2012

By Mary Shacklett

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The ability to see into every aspect of a supply chain in real time is becoming imperative in achieving operational agility.

The Transformational Power of Mobile Technology

January 12, 2012

By Mary Shacklett

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Mobile technology is changing the way business is done in every industry and industrial application, and the supply chain is no exception. It encompasses communications at virtually every level of employee and asset—from C-level executives to middle managers, from staff to business partners and even machines working together over mobile devices through process integration.

Moving to the Cloud Is There a Tipping Point?

January 11, 2012

By Mary Shacklett

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Companies are starting to move traditionally internally hosted systems to the cloud. Here’s why.

Next-Generation Cloud Technology for the Supply Chain

January 3, 2012

By Mary Shacklett

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New cloud solutions are emerging, but not everyone is adopting them.

Mobile Technology Hits the Road

October 26, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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The latest offerings are making it easier to access real-time information, improve security, and boost product flow throughout the global supply chain.

Getting Lean and Green in the Warehouse

Social responsibility isn’t the only reason to go green.

October 6, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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There are long-term economic, environmental, productivity, and health benefits that companies envision when they contemplate going green, but getting to green is another matter.

A Smarter Supply Chain

Can companies keep pace with new advancements?

August 1, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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Progressive companies are making the most of the business intelligence (BI), agility and economics that new supply chain technology offers, while other companies proceed slower with their adoptions.

Warehouses Go High Tech

June 2, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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Technology is easing the pain points, allowing warehouses to reach new levels of efficiency.

The 21st Century Warehouse

March 1, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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e-Commerce and other drivers are radically reshaping the industry.

Cloud Computing

January 2, 2011

By Mary Shacklett

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The value proposition for this promising technology is reverberating across supply chains.

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Supply chain visibility is an appealing yet elusive capability for most companies. While most recognize the significant benefits that would accrue from comprehensive visibility, few have made it a reality across their global operations. Part of the problem companies seem to have in embracing and implementing visibility is the lack of a comprehensive definition or firm understanding of the transformational potential. In this podcast, World Trade and GT Nexus will discuss the definitions and opportunities as well as how new cloud technology platforms are driving significant value to major companies today.

Speaker: Greg Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer & Co-Founder of GT Nexus

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