Data Management (Big Data/IoT/Blockchain)

Command Alkon and Tread Partner to Streamline Management of Heavy Material Movements in Construction

May 18, 2020

Command Alkon, a supplier collaboration platform for construction’s heavy work, and Tread, a digital platform for fleet management and moving construction materials, have announced a new collaboration partnership.

Everactive Announces Batteryless Machine Health Monitoring

May 15, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Everactive, a specialist in wireless, batteryless Industrial Internet of Things systems, launched its Machine Health Monitoring solution, designed to deliver real-time, maintenance-free insights into the health of rotating equipment, such as motors, pumps, fans, and compressors.

Poor Change Management Is the Enemy of Blockchain Adoption

May 8, 2020

Andrew Bruce, SCB Contributor

Much like the arrival of the internet, blockchain is poised to re-imagine business as we know it. Here’s how to embrace it.

Particle Announces New Tracking System for IoT Deployments in Transportation & Logistics, Cold Chain and Micromobility

May 4, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Particle, an edge-to-cloud IoT platform, recently announced a new Tracking System to provide organizations with the ability to track the locations of mobile assets with its field-ready solution.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Why Is the Supply Chain Slow to Adopt Blockchain?

May 1, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Proponents of blockchain for the supply chain talk it up as the miracle technology for ensuring the security and reliability of business transactions. Yet it’s been slow to take hold.

How Digital Solutions Are Creating More Resilient Supply Chains

April 30, 2020

Ashish Rastogi, SCB Contributor

The solutions that have worked in the past — increasing inventory, adding capacity at different locations and diversifying suppliers — are just scratching the surface when it comes to having a truly resilient supply chain.

Are the Rails Meeting Shipper Demands for Visibility and Control?

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Watch: Are Rails Meeting Shipper Demands for Visibility and Control?

April 28, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Freight railroads are striving to provide near- to real-time information on the status of containers and trailers. Chuck Hieronymi, director of business solutions with Railinc, tells how they're doing it.

IBM Launches Rapid Supplier Connect to Battle COVID-19 Medical Supply Chain Shortages

April 27, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

IBM recently announced the launch of IBM Rapid Supplier Connect, a blockchain-based network designed to help government agencies and healthcare organizations identify new, non-traditional suppliers who address the shortage of equipment, devices and supplies needed for COVID-19 relief efforts.

When Will Blockchain Be Ready for the Supply Chain?

April 27, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

At a time when supply chains are fracturing as a result of the global coronavirus pandemic, is blockchain the solution?

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Watch: The Evolution of Control Towers for Distribution and Warehousing

April 23, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Control towers are taking on an increasingly vital role in modern-day warehouses, powered by advances in artificial intelligence, says Kevin Reader, director of business development and marketing with Knapp.

Data Management (Big Data/IoT/Blockchain)

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions for big data, blockchain and the internet of things (IoT) and their impact on supply chain management. Big data describes the large volume of data that inundates a business on a day-to-day basis and can be analyzed for strategic business insights. IoT is the means that collects and sends data from a range of “things” — anything from watches to fridges to cars — that are connected to the internet with sensors or computer chips. Learn how companies around the world are using big data, blockchain and IoT for supply chain optimization and competitive advantage.