Over the last ten years, the U.S. has become flush with inexpensive gas and petrochemical feedstocks, a result of the shale-drilling revolution. Now, US producers have an abundance of petrochemical products and plastics available. Because U.S. markets haven’t been able to absorb the massive capacity increase, chemical companies have turned to overseas customers. However, shipping […]
How IoT Improves the Consumer Packaged Goods Value Chain »
Many e-tailers are embracing the Internet of Things (IoT) solutions with successful results. Agile supply chain operations, especially in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, are using IoT and end-to-end shipment visibility software to outperform competitors with better service while keeping lower inventory levels. IoT makes these changes possible because new digital technologies affect the value […]
Supply Chain Brain Names Savi 2019’s 100 Great Supply Chain Partners »
For the second consecutive year, Supply Chain Brain has recognized Savi as one of its 100 Great Supply Chain Partners. SupplyChainBrain’s 100 Great Supply Chain Partners of 2019 list highlights the providers who develop products and solutions with a focus on their customers’ needs. These companies are driving innovations in a way that directly benefits […]
How the Internet of Things Enables Agile Supply Chains »
This year, Internet of Things (IoT) devices and services are expected to reach an adoption rate of 18 to 20%, and this number is predicted to reach nearly 100% by 2030. Regardless of this growing adoption, some organizations are on the fence about implementing IoT technologies due to uncertainties around whether they are equipped to […]
Savi’s Data Scientists Talk to Tomorrow’s Coders at Riverside Elementary School STEAM »
Yesterday was a field day! Brian Moran, former VP of Product, asked us if we wanted to meet with Riverside Elementary School STEAM students to give them an inside view of what it is like to be a coder and data scientist. Of course, we said yes! Two of our data scientists, Heather Krieger and […]
Top Ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) Can Maximize Your Supply Chain »
Artificial intelligence is in the news a lot these days. Though it used to be that AI was only found in science fiction films like Star Wars or Terminator; today it’s wound its way into everyday life. From Siri to Netflix we’ve become so used to AI experiences that we’re no longer amazed by them. […]
How Analytics Can Help Shippers Combat Rising Intermodal Transportation Costs »
Intermodal Transportation Landscape In a 2017 American Shipper Report on global sourcing, 58% of shippers indicated that their biggest concern today is rising intermodal transportation costs. In the last few months, shipment volumes and expenditures have increased significantly year over year—an 11.9 percent increase in volume and a 17.3 percent increase in spending—according to another American […]
Pharmaceutical Supply Chains Need Supply Chain Visibility Tools »
The pharmaceutical industry is a huge global business with an intricate supply chain that demands visibility and transparency. The top drug-makers are conglomerates, with divisions and research arms located across multiple geographic regions operating across complex partner ecosystems. Adding to the complexity, partners may own entire segments of the value chain, making effective supply chain […]
The Best Way to Disrupt Your Supply Chain Management? 100% Supply Chain Visibility and Accurate ETAs. »
As businesses become more customer-focused, there is even more pressure to solve for supply chain challenges and reach 100% supply chain visibility. “You are only as strong as your weakest link.” Therefore, it’s necessary to look at every section of the journey – not just at internal systems but also to collaborate with carriers and […]
Weathering Supply Chain Disruptions Better with Analytics »
Weathering supply chain disruptions is a challenging and complex task. Hurricane Harvey may well be one of the costliest natural disasters in U.S. history, with a projected price tag of $160M. As Hurricane Irma continues its journey, human costs of this natural disaster are still being tallied. Close to seven million Florida residents are without […]