Supply Chain Management Can Be Stressful: 4 Ways to Prioritize Mental Health

From a global pandemic to massive inflation to armed conflict overseas, life can be stressful these days. Add in stress from work, and the overall load on your min can be a lot to handle. Fortunately, you can do a lot to affect the amount of stress you feel in your daily life. Consider the…

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Why and How Smart Companies Review SMART Goals Quarterly

A recent survey of CEOs revealed the pandemic increasing the desire for digital operations that enabled remote work and supported an employee-oriented culture. This shift meant setting new goals for workplaces. This said embracing even the most minor new goals can be a challenging exercise for businesses. That’s why it is critical to regularly review…

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The Supply Chain Trends to Be Aware of in 2022

Suppose you’re a big reader of annual trend watch articles and posts for the latest supply chain trends. In that case, you are probably used to seeing buzz phrases like the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI) crop up year after year. Naturally, these emerging technologies will have more of an impact…

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Struggling with Employee Retention? 4 Important Trends to Note

Turnover rates have been rising for years, and as with just about everything else, the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this trend. If your company is struggling with employee retention, you should take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone. Of course, knowing is half the battle, and business leaders who keep tabs on…

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6 Strategies When Changing Career to Supply Chain

Companies need supply chain professionals to control the flow of raw materials and finished goods, regardless of shifts in consumer sentiment or business trends. As the world transforms in the wake of COVID-19, you might find yourself thinking about a supply chain career, even with little formal training in the industry. If you can show…

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3 Reasons Why the Size of the Company Matters When Working a Supply Chain Job

Like selecting a college or university for your secondary education, opting for a large or small employer can have a significant impact on your life and your future. If you opt for a big company, you will likely have access to an extensive benefits package and more possibility for advancement. However, being noticed for doing…

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CEO Turnover is Rising: 5 Tips for Retaining Your Top Executives (and Grow the Rest of Your Team Strategically)

CEO Turnover during 2020 was at an all-time high. Given the pressures of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, company executives are busier than ever. All this pressure can make holding onto your top executives more difficult. Executives are like any other member of your organization. If they are satisfied, they will stay with you. If they…

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Part 1: What Is Omnichannel Retailing?

One of the biggest trends in the world of logistics involves the concept of omnichannel retailing. In its most simple definition, omnichannel retailing allows a customer to shop online at a store primarily known for their brick and mortar presence and have their purchase available for pick up at a nearby store location. The converse…

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Truth or Embellishment — the Best Ways to Sift Through Inflated Resumes

In any competitive job market, the top talent and also-rans compete to attract the eyes of hiring managers at the best companies. When your company advertises an open position, your HR staff is responsible for parsing through a multitude of candidates before deciding who to bring in for an interview. Considering that some applicants may…

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How to Improve the Mood in Your Workplace

A happy workplace is a productive and efficient workplace. No one wants to work in a dull, depressing environment, and if that describes the current state of your logistics office, don’t be surprised if staff retention becomes a major problem for your organization. You need to take the necessary steps to improve your corporate culture.…

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