Supply Chain Monthly

In our work around the world, CSCMP and its Roundtables strive to promote equitable, open access to people networks and educational content that improve the world’s supply chains. Likewise, the CSCMP Talent Center enhances the capability of supply chain talent to deliver supply chain innovations and solutions that sustain quality of life. That work includes all aspects of supply chain sustainability; economic, ethical, and environmental progress.

 

CSCMP and its Ukraine Roundtable have established the CSCMP Talent Center Ukraine Logistics Operations Relief Fund in support of those pre-qualified service providers who deliver medical and food relief to the millions of people affected by the war in Ukraine. We stand with our CSCMP Roundtable community in Ukraine, our members, friends and colleagues and support their right to live peacefully in a sovereign, free country without the threat of coercion. Today, I am asking you to make a tax-deductible contribution to the CSCMP Talent Center Ukraine Logistics Operations Relief Fund enabling medical and food relief to the affected people of Ukraine. Your contribution is tax deductible and upon completion you will immediately receive a receipt right into your inbox.

Your contribution has CSCMP behind it. We will match the first $10,000 USD in donations, dollar for dollar, and will oversee the application of 100% of your contribution to the respective, pre-approved supply chain operations in Ukraine. Our efforts to support the relief effort will also be managed locally by the CSCMP Roundtable Leadership. We will keep our donors informed of progress and the difference your contributions make towards logistics operations that sustain human relief efforts.

I am personally committed to supporting the supply chain that enables the relief efforts in Ukraine. That is why I am pleased to let you know that I have personally contributed the first $1,000 to the relief effort. Please join me in supporting the logistics operations in Ukraine by donating any amount that you can here. On the donation page, option 4, select the Ukraine Logistics Operations Relief Fund.

Together, we will make a difference in supporting the logistics operations that deliver medical and food relief to the people of Ukraine.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our CSCMP community and the people of Ukraine.

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Quarterly (SCQ) bring you a new series-based podcast filled with more content, SCM exposure, and pinpointed, deep industry discussions with top thought innovators from the end-to-end supply chain.
 
In themed, multi-episode series, the new weekly podcast, Supply Chain in the Fast Lane, fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
 
Catch up on the State of Logistics series, sponsored by HERE, and tune in for the series finale on Tuesday, April 26 with Andy Moses, senior vice president of sales and solutions at Penske Logistics, as he covers the state of third-party logistics providers.

The supply chain is evolving. Thanks to the latest tools provided by Industry 4.0, processes along the entire supply chain are being overhauled and reengineered. These next-generation supply chains will transform ways of working and workforce requirements. Companies will need new skills, new roles and responsibilities, and new organizational structures if they want to build superior customer services and achieve a competitive advantage.
 
Read the full article by Knut Alicke of McKinsey and Co., Kai Hoberg of Kuehne Logistics University, Julian Fischer of McKinsey and Co., and Sophia Welter of McKinsey and Co.

 

The growth of eCommerce and supply chains has resulted in the need for more warehouses worldwide. Costs are rising, as well. This means operating efficient, productive warehouses and distribution centers is more important now than ever before. Asset tracking can help reduce costs, boost warehouse efficiency and improve productivity. Location-powered asset tracking can help optimize your warehouses and distribution centers. Some of the key uses are indoor tracking, asset utilization, and enhancing digital twins.
 
Thank you to CSCMP Corporate Member Erminio Di Paola, Vice President of Product Management at HERE Technologies, for sharing this CSCMP Hot Topic.

Enter for a chance to win EDGE registration, a $500 travel stipend, hotel lodging, and more!
 
Are you a solution-oriented young professional or student CSCMP member aged 32 or under? If you find yourself thinking deeply about innovative ways to improve current challenges in supply chain management and logistics, the Young Professionals Video Contest is your opportunity to shine!
 
The winner of the contest will receive one complimentary registration to EDGE 2022, hotel lodging and a $500.00 U.S. travel stipend. The winner will also receive written recognition before and after EDGE as well as an announcement during the Future Leaders Reception. Contest submissions are due by May 2, 2022.

Congratulations to our recent SCPro™ Level One Certification recipients: Nolan Moore, College of Lake County; Jose Rodriguez, Jr., College of Lake County; Peter Herrmann, College of Lake County; and Amedee Nieki Zanga!
 
SCPro™ Certification is a three-tiered program that assesses progressive knowledge and skills across integrated supply chain activities. This process validates an individual’s ability to strategically assess business challenges and effectively implement supply chain improvements through the analysis of real-world case studies and developing a comprehensive project plan to achieve results such as a positive ROI.

HERE’s location platform uniquely combines location content and software, enabling people, enterprises, and governments to solve a number of business problems and gain efficiencies. Using HERE's platform, customers can power innovative new mobility, fleet management, and supply chain solutions – all while maintaining user privacy and security.

Welcome to our new CSCMP Corporate Members, Centerboard, Spartan 5S Solutions, VIZION, Port X Logistics, and our new CSCMP Enterprise Member, Victoria’s Secret!
 
CSCMP has membership, education, and event opportunities to help develop your team and remain competitive in today’s disruptive supply chain industry. Get access to best practices, up-to-date trends, and solutions to challenges from the people who know it best. Improve productivity, build skills, network and increase your team’s supply chain knowledge.
 
CSCMP Enterprise Package rates increase July 1, 2022. Capture your CSCMP Corporate Membership savings today! Got questions? We can help, reach out to a CSCMP Account Manager today at corporate@cscmp.org.

 

Ambassador Volunteers are CSCMP members dedicated to creating value for CSCMP’s supply chain community. Our volunteers represent different industries in the supply chain and represent different locations from around the globe, ensuring that every member’s voice is heard in the matters of CSCMP and the supply chain profession. Ambassadors welcome and assist individual members while expanding their own network. CSCMP Ambassadors stand out as credible business professionals, experts in the industry, and knowledgeable leaders.
 
Want to learn more? Please contact Timothy Pajak, Membership Engagement Manager at CSCMP via email at tpajak@cscmp.org. Ready to volunteer? Apply now.

According to the March Logistics Manager’s Index Report^®, the overall index is 76.2. This is the all-time high score in the history of this index, continuing a run of 14 consecutive months of readings over 70.0, a level considered a significant rate of expansion.
 
The average overall index reading through the first quarter of 2022 was 74.5, far outstripping the historical average level of 65. Primary factors behind this are the all-time high rates for growth for both Inventory and Warehousing Costs, which are in turn being driven up by unseasonably high Inventory Levels.

 

The Gaylord Opryland is where we're hosting EDGE 2022. CSCMP has secured a $229 single/double occupancy rate, plus applicable state, local and occupancy taxes. The guest room rate includes the resort fee. You must be a registered EDGE participant to receive the CSCMP room rate.