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Q1 2019, MHI Solutions: DATA-DRIVEN SUPPLY CHAINS

MHIsolutionsmag.com—Leading manufacturing and supply chain executives agree that technology is the key to future success. As they digitize their supply chains they are generating more data than ever before, giving them the power to leverage that data to see their businesses in new ways and to make better decisions. These early adopters are creating real and measurable competitive advantage. When it comes to technology investment start small but think big. Build on your successes and learn from your failures. By investing wisely, you’ll create additional value in your supply chain and widen your advantage over the competition. Explore this issue of MHI Solutions to read about ways to pinpoint how technology and data can streamline your operations and bolster your bottomline.

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MHI Newswire's Top 51 Articles from 2018

These 51 articles topped the charts in 2018 for MHI Newswire readers. Reverse logistics and sensor/data management were the top two topics, followed closely by automation adoption. See what other topics made it onto this list... You might be surprised to see which article came in seventh! We were happy to see that one right up near the top.

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Technology and Innovation

For Peak Season Order Fulfillment, Three Management Systems Prove Better Than One

Supply Chain Brain— A system using light, voice, and barcode scanning triples the speed that an e-tailer could get costumes and party supplies to its customers.

Forbes— This article reviews 2018 innovations in transportation technology that changed the way we all get around. From micromobility to ride-hailing, these new systems are both benefiting our society and creating new obstacles.

Supply Chain Brain—This article exmaines Pfizer, achieving supply chain visibility through a new app. Pfizer is a biopharma manufacturer in more than 175 countries and has a product line of more than 24,000 SKUs.

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Supply Chain Trends

ELD effects ripple far beyond trucking — to air cargo

Supply Chain Dive— The electronic logging device mandate has changed the shape of transportation logistics, with effects spiraling into intermodal freight.

In Bound Logistics— No matter how skilled or credentialed, today's supply chain managers are hungry to learn—and want a variety of options to choose from. With the marketplace growing more complex, continuing education professionals are cooking up new programs and remaking old standbys.

Holiday Season Heightens Challenges of Online Returns for Retail Supply Chains

Supply Chain 24/7— Although online retailers are coming to terms with the high return volume that comes with online shopping, reducing the cost associated with those returns remains a top priority.

Digital Transformation is more than just another buzz term, it’s a critical movement that companies must embrace to survive. But all too often companies become paralyzed under the weight of determining where to start their transformation journey. Here’s our suggestion. Start with SALES.

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Transportation

Rhode Island to Construct 10 More Truck Toll Gantries

Transport Topics—The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has received federal approval to advance construction on 10 more truck-tolling gantries.

Average Price of Diesel Drops 4.4¢ to $3.077 a Gallon

Transport Topics— The U.S. average retail price of diesel dropped 4.4 cents to $3.077 a gallon, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported, as crude oil prices lingered below $50 per barrel.

Global Trade

Blockchain Company Highlights Circular Economy

Global Trade Magazine— A Netherlands-based blockchain startup company is changing the course of data sharing, certification access, as well as product and material oversight.

Supply Chain Management Review— GDP growth is expected to dip across the board in 2019, and Eastern Europe is not immune from this cloudy outlook. For businesses trading within the region, this isn’t so much cause for distress as it is a call to keep a close watch on emerging risks

Bloomberg Quint —This article examines the true effect Trump's trade war has had on international commerce in 2018.

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