Towards a Smart City Future
June 24, 2021
Although many parts of the world continue to struggle with the Covid-19 pandemic, we can now see a light glimmering at the end of the tunnel. As the world adapts to a
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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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Has Technology Made Supply Change Management Sexy?
June 23, 2021
Some people think supply chain professionals labor in a boring profession. Kevin O’Marah (@komarah) writes, “‘Supply chain’ is a label with baggage. In some circles it is still seen as a low-tech,
The 2021 Hurricane Season Will Impact Supply Chains
June 22, 2021
The tragic, fiery, multi-vehicle crash on a storm-slicked highway in southern Alabama over the weekend reminds us how disruptive and destructive the hurricane season can be. The accident, which involved more than
Win-Win Value Chain Scenarios Require Collaboration
June 21, 2021
Today, many business professionals rightfully view their operations in terms of ecosystems or value chains. For the business to succeed, all stakeholders in the value chain must also do well. Historically, this
Getting Real About Supply Chain Transparency
June 18, 2021
Earlier this week, in a rare and welcomed show of bipartisanship, both the House and Senate approved a measure to establish Juneteenth (19 June) as a federal holiday. The President subsequently signed
Cognitive Technologies Can Help Fill Job Vacancies
June 17, 2021
In a song written in 1955 by Pete Seeger and Joe Hickerson, the question is asked, “Where have all the flowers gone?” The 2021 version of that plaintive tune could be: “Where
White House Unveils Supply Chain Report
June 16, 2021
Faced with computer chip shortages and other supply chain issues, on 24 February, President Biden signed E.O. 14017, directing a whole-of-government review to assess vulnerabilities in, and strengthening the resilience of, critical
Upskilling is Essential to Fill Job Openings
June 15, 2021
There are currently over 8 million unfilled job openings in the United States. At the same time, business reporter Ben Popken (@bpopken) reports, “The civilian labor force participation rate, the government’s measurement
In AI, Common Sense Is Not All that Common
June 14, 2021
When something is described as “common,” it generally means it occurs, is found, or is done often. When something is “common” it is supposed to be the prevalent state of things. Nevertheless,
AI and IoT on the Cutting Edge
June 11, 2021
Most people are aware of the growing number of “things” connected to the Internet. Analysts from Statista report, “The total installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) connected devices worldwide is projected
