Outsourcing = silos + data integration problems According to Supply Chain Insights, 90 percent of shippers are now outsourcing at least part of their supply chain operations. Outsourcing is a no-brainer because it gives a company flexibility, scalability, and saves both time and money. But it also exposes companies to other risks that should be […]
I realized I wasn’t really sure what a Data Scientist does. So I asked, Jim Hayden, SVP Data Science this question. He explained how he uses his technology background, Internet of Things platform, and subject matter expertise in supply chains. The more complex our global supply chain networks become, the more we will need to […]
The move toward greater globalization is driving geographical expansion of supply chains – and greater exposure to risk. This trend demands that supply chains operate effectively and efficiently across vast distances while managing the myriad processes and risks associated with running global supply chains. To succeed supply chains must be nimble, proactive, highly adaptable, and […]
With today’s technology we have the tools to optimize supply chain planning with accurate ETAs and real-time views of in-transit assets. Through the combination of big data, supply chain analytics, and Savi’s advanced technology, you now have the power to obtain end-to-end visibility within your supply chain due to real-time, dynamic operational intelligence that provides […]
By combining the Internet of Things (IoT) with today’s big data and analytics capabilities and the availability of inexpensive sensors, businesses are able to receive massive amounts of business intelligence at every point in their supply chain. Sensors can be used to track-and-trace the status of in-transit assets, as well as monitor those assets’ state […]
Today’s “need-it-now” expectations have rendered traditional methods for supply chain planning inefficient. Shipments are still tracked on a point-by-point basis lacking a real-time view of assets, and estimated time of arrivals (ETAs) are calculated using limited information that doesn’t take into account historical patterns of disruption, such as traffic, weather, and poor driver behavior. For […]
Sensors have been used in the supply chain for a long time. There are millions of sensor types designed for narrow, singular purposes. That includes sending point-in-time messages regarding position/location, light, temperature, humidity, shock/vibration, pressure, electrical fields, etc. There are no standards and many different data formats and protocols with little interoperability. They have memory […]
Sensor data and IoT technologies are helping to create more resilient supply chains with real-time monitoring, accurate estimated time of arrivals (ETA), and geofencing capabilities. Through the connectivity that IoT affords, assets equipped with sensors are able to transmit data that can be analyzed and leveraged to make decisions in real-time. The result is a […]
With all the hype around IoT, you’ve been told over and over again that Big Data has the potential to change the supply chain. You already know that your devices are generating data, and you expect to yield all the benefits that Big Data has to offer. But what exactly is Big Data, and how […]
There is a lot of growth toward implementing new technology innovations within supply chains, and the logical extension of the IoT to industrial applications has the potential to transform numerous industries, including transportation, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and energy. The disruptive power of the Industrial IoT will bring non-technology industries into the digital age by connecting machines, […]
The current challenge for any supply chain is to be faster and more transparent than ever before, while continuing to remain profitable and productive. True visibility across the supply chain plays a major factor in optimizing performance, namely because true visibility doesn’t just show dots on a map, but it provides insight into less visible […]
Happy New Year! With each new year, you have the opportunity to evaluate the past year and set goals and strategies for the coming year. This year, at Savi, we want to help companies take advantage of the immense opportunity to leverage what is possible with the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, and advanced analytics. […]
As we closeout the year, we look forward to the refresh of the calendar year and all the excitement that comes with new goals and strategies for 2016. We’ve compiled a list of supply chain trends that are expected in the new year. Investing in Technology Innovations IDC anticipates that Internet of Things (IoT) technologies […]
*This article was previously published on the Inbound Logistics website. Timeliness is top of mind during the holiday season. As Santa prepares for his ride around the world to give every child a gift by Christmas morning, product companies and retailers are also busy planning to meet increasing customer delivery demands during the holidays. Santa […]
Modern supply chains are complex and dynamic. In order to stay competitive, organizations must be able to adapt quickly to disruptions and anticipate future changes. With ever-present challenges surrounding visibility, product complexity, data collection and analysis, and customer demand, supply chain organizations need to “build a level of agility, risk mitigation, and resilience into their […]
