Inventory Planning/ Optimization

U.S. Economic Growth Quickens With Inventory Boost

January 28, 2022

U.S. economic growth accelerated by more than forecast in the fourth quarter, fueled by the rebuilding of inventories and capping the strongest year since the 1980s.

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THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Four Trends in 2021 That Changed Retail Supply Chains Forever

January 28, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The literal symptoms of COVID-19 are, for most people, passing. But the virus’s impact on retail supply chains is permanent.

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Watch: Micro-Fulfillment: A Solution to Last-Mile Delivery Obstacles?

January 21, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Bill Catania, chief executive officer of OneRail, describes the need for, and benefits of, micro-fulfillment centers for ensuring efficient and reliable last-mile delivery.

Routed Deliveries Help Reduce Inventory Backlogs

January 17, 2022

Jay Sackos, SCB Contributor

Retailers can use routed deliveries to reduce inventory backlogs and other unpleasant shipping issues.

Ten Supply Chain Software Categories Worthy of Investment This Year

January 10, 2022

Jack Freeman, SCB Contributor

The current ugly state of supply chain infrastructure can be viewed as both as a headwind and tailwind for the software sector.

Covid Test Makers Struggle to Cope With Whiplash From Omicron

January 10, 2022

Bloomberg

As the omicron variant sends U.S. Covid case numbers soaring to new records and drugstores and walk-in clinics clamor for test kits, suppliers have been struggling with their own mounting problems.

Three Supply Chain Problems in the Restaurant Industry, and How to Solve Them

January 6, 2022

Max Strycker, SCB Contributor

Let's look at the contributing factors behind ongoing supply chain issues in the restaurant industry, and proven tactics to help solve them.

Inventory ‘Bullwhip’ Risk Emerges in Latest U.S. Logistics Index

January 5, 2022

Bloomberg

The bigger-than-usual rush to stockpile products on U.S. retail shelves and in warehouses ahead of the holidays might give way to an economic hangover of sorts.

There’s No End in Sight for Chip-Constrained Auto Sales Slump

January 4, 2022

Bloomberg

Last year's historically low auto sales reflect a global microchip shortage that forced carmakers to limit output or ship some vehicles without fully functioning features.

A Nine-Step Checklist for Post-Holiday Returns Management

December 27, 2021

Eric Smith, SCB Contributor

Holiday gift returns are expected to be higher than ever. Is your business ready to handle the influx?

Inventory Planning/ Optimization

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding inventory planning and optimization and its impact on supply chain management. New technologies in inventory planning and optimization are transforming the way companies operate - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using inventory planning solutions for supply chain optimization.