Agriculture in the City
September 20, 2019
Readers old enough to remember the 1960s, might recall the television show “Green Acres” starring Eddie Albert and Eva Gabor as a couple who move from New York City to a country
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In this blog, we discuss cognitive computing and other cutting-edge technologies with a focus on supply chain management, autonomous decision-making, and innovation. Other topics of discussion include digital enterprise transformation, autonomous intelligent enterprises, emerging technologies, and global trade. Our goal is to advance the public discussion about how cognitive computing and other advanced technologies affect the world in which we live.
Bradd C. Hayes is the active editor of this blog.
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Smart Cities and Climate Change, Part 2
September 19, 2019
With two-thirds of the world’s population predicted to live in urban areas by 2050 and, knowing cities already account for roughly three-quarters of greenhouse gas emissions, it’s little wonder people are looking
Smart Cities and Climate Change, Part 1
September 18, 2019
Although there are people who deny human activity affects climate change, most scientists believe the facts demonstrate human activities do make a difference. Kate Marvel (@DrKateMarvel), a climate scientist at Columbia University,
Supply Chain Professionals Are Not Boring
September 17, 2019
It really bothers some people that the term “supply chain” remains in wide use. For example, Kevin O’Marah (@komarah) writes, “‘Supply chain’ is a label with baggage. In some circles it is
The Importance of Transparency in Supply Chains
September 16, 2019
In the information age, it’s difficult to hide things you would prefer to remain undiscovered. This is as true for businesses as it is for individuals. Consumers, activists, and investors increasingly want
Want to Innovate? Focus on Corporate Culture.
September 13, 2019
In years past, articles about innovation primarily focused on techniques to help people unleash their creativity and/or how to put together innovation teams. More recently, I’ve been reading articles about the importance
Omnichannel Retail Requires Close Collaboration with Logistics Providers
September 12, 2019
The next time you feel the need to toast someone, raise your glass to all the supply chain professionals involved in omnichannel retail operations. They have it tough. John McAteer, Vice President
Will Superjobs Require Super Humans?
September 11, 2019
Among the many threads of discussion relating to the future of human work, perhaps the most interesting speculation involves the kinds of jobs that don’t exist today but will be created in
Last Mile Logistics and Customer Experience
September 10, 2019
Today’s consumers can be characterized as persnickety — that is, they require a particularly precise or careful approach. Persnickety consumers expect a great customer experience when dealing with brands and retailers. Staff
Artificial Intelligence and Customer Experience
September 9, 2019
Customer experience (CX) is becoming an important part of both traditional and digital paths to purchase. David Scamehorn, vice president of global data analytics and customer insights at the Radisson Hotel Group,
