CHAINalytics
WINTER 2015

SPOTLIGHT
[BLOG] SUPPLY CHAIN LEADERS DARE TO BE DIFFERENTIATE 
Supply Chain Leaders understand that one-size does NOT fit all.

Chainalytics' Tom Cisewski lays out how Leaders can drive value to the business by focusing on these four distinctions with meaningful scale. 

How will you differentiate your supply chain from the competition in 2015?


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In the world of transportation, shippers often have a difficult time dealing with capitalism's invisible hand. Ever-changing transportation rates, variations among carriers' service levels, and a complex network of lanes can cloud visibility into true market rates for many shippers. 

What's the market rate for each transportation lane? 

What cost or service improvements could an enterprise expect by redesigning a transportation network? 

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[ARTICLE] THERE'S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO INVEST IN YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN | INDUSTRY WEEK
The window of opportunity for supply chain investments is closing for many companies, as the Federal Reserve may soon increase its fund rate, thus driving up borrowing costs. 

Check out which four key areas your investments should focus on in 2015 and beyond.

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If you like what you read here, be sure to check out our new LinkedIn group, Supply Chain Intelligence Network, for more insights into your favorite supply chain topics!
RECOMMENDED READING
Supply Chain Design
Building Confidence in Supply Chain Network Design | SupplyChainBrain | November 13, 2014


It's the Handyman, not the power drill | Ops Rules | Oct. 14, 2014 
Integrated Demand & Supply Planning
Are You Agile? | Lora Cecere | January 29, 2015

Rebalancing Act 2015: This Year's Battle for Your Supply Chain's Life | Supply Chain Management Review | Dec 1, 2014

Supply Chain Operations


Revisiting Reverse Logistics in the Supply Chain |
Morai Loistics | January 6, 2015
Transportation

Transportation and Reduced Fuel Costs | Straight Talk With Supply Chain Insights | December 17, 2014

Packaging Optimization
10 Packaging Line Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them | DC Velocity | February 2, 2015

A Look Back at 2014 Predictions | Packaging Matters | January 21, 2015

Promising Innovations on Display at PACK EXPO 2014 |
Kyle Ous + Rob Kaszubowski | November 18, 2014
RECENT NEWS
UPCOMING WEBINARS

LLamasoft and Chainalytics customers can now quickly access, manipulate and load Chainalytics' transportation intelligence through LLamasoft's Data Guru
to ready it for supply
chain modeling. 
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What distribution hazards will your product encounter to reach its final destination? We'll define 7 major distribution hazards and nuances unique to each type of distribution channel and transportation mode. 
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ON THE ROAD
Feb. 15-17 | Phoenix, Arizona 
Chainalytics will present "Driving Growth and Improving Costs in Collaboration for One Supply Chain at Clorox".
 
Feb 22-25 | Orlando, Florida
Stop by Booth #107 to meet up with the Chainalytics' gang during this top gathering of retail supply chain executives. 

March 1-3 | San Antonio, TX
Matt Harding will be in attendance. 

March 31- April 1 | Atlanta, GA
The Chainalytics team will be in attendance. Stop by our booth or attend our CEO's presentation on 
E-Commerce!  

April 14- April 16 | Louisville, KY
Tom Blanck will be in attendance for this conference focused on direct-to-consumer shipments.   

April 20 - April 22 | Atlanta, GA
This member-only event provides FMIC companies a platform to share and receive insights, explore relevant freight market trends and innovations, and interact with peers to build a stronger professional network.


Check out ALL of our Upcoming Events  for more ways to connect with us on the road. 

 

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ABOUT CHAINALYTICS
 
Bright Minds. Better Methods. Best Outcomes. Chainalytics accelerates fact-based transformation for supply chain leaders around the globe, including 18 of Gartner's Top 25 supply chains. We bring unparalleled passion to our core purpose: To help leaders realize maximum value from their supply chains.  Our combination of top supply chain talent, proven methodologies, and proprietary market intelligence delivers actionable insight and measurable outcomes.  With locations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Chainalytics serves companies globally in a borderless fashion. To tap into the top minds in supply chain management, visit www.chainalytics.com.