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The Role of Subscriber Management Platforms in M2M

November 5, 2014

In the fast-developing world of machine-to-machine communications, subscriber management platforms might be the answer to achieving optimal connectivity. Nigel Chadwick, chief executive officer of Stream Technologies, explains why.

Amazon Goes Brick-and-Mortar: What's It Mean for Retailing?

October 24, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Coming soon to a city near you - an Amazon.com store?

Big Calculations: A Solution to Big Data

September 18, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

There's no lack of data out there, to help companies balance supply and demand. The problem is what to do with it. Victor Allis, chief executive officer with Quintiq, offers a solution to the management of Big Data: Big Calculations.

The Transportation Capacity Crunch: How Can Shippers Cope?

September 5, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tom Sanderson, chief executive officer of Transplace, offers a picture of the current transportation landscape – one that's marked by tightening capacity and fewer options for shippers. He offers some advice on how to cope with the situation.

Transportation Bills and Regulations That Could Impact Your Business

August 26, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tom Sanderson, chief executive officer of Transplace, runs down the various new regulations and pieces of legislation that could have a deep impact on shippers and the nation's transportation system.

Logistics Challenges in Mexico

July 17, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

As companies shift manufacturing back from Asia to the western hemisphere, they are increasingly looking at Mexico as an alternative for low-cost production. Matt Hamson, chief executive officer of Coronado Logistics Inc., outlines the country's pros and cons.

Why Data Warehousing Needs to Be in the Cloud

February 27, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Data warehousing is ready for the cloud, say Tom French, founder and chief executive officer, and Sam Smith, client technology solutions, with Supply Chain Coach. They show how the technology can aid in the use of analytics for maintaining a multi-client, multi-year data warehouse.

SupplyChainBrain Power Lunch: Should We Forget About the Forecast?

January 16, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Is the forecast really dead? Should companies instead shift their focus to acquiring the ability to respond quickly to whatever happens in markets? A SupplyChainBrain Power Lunch discussion with Jim White, vice president of central operations with Applied Materials; Jake Barr, chief executive officer of Blue World Supply Chain Consulting; and C.J. Wehlage, vice president of high tech solutions with Kinaxis.

Why Your Forecast Is Wrong (And Always Will Be)

January 3, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

How is your demand forecast like a tabloid psychic? Their record for accuracy is just about the same.

Supply Chains Need to Be Simple and Complex

December 12, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Global supply chains are becoming increasingly complicated. But they also need to respond to demands by customers for simplicity. Padman Ramankutty, chief executive officer of Intrigo Systems Inc., explains the apparent paradox.