Supply chains are inherently complex. They are also every-day systems that require full time attention. OPSrules had put together a highly simplified recap of the top 5 things you can (should?) look at in your supply chain. These represent places to start when thinking about putting fixes in place. 

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Google is pursuing its "Google Shopping Express" service that promises delivery of your order the next day. The goal of quick delivery is one that's been tried before, and is being rolled out by such other retailers as Amazon. If you think that the power of next day delivery is an unnecessary and superfluous move, you should think again. Read more...

"Amazon is the leader and gaining every day in outpacing traditional businesses because they sell online." At least that's the conventional thinking. And yes, Amazon sales are increasing. But according to L2's Omnichannel Retail 2014 report, brick and mortar retailers are outpacing both Apple and Amazon in terms of e-commerce growth. Read more...