Best practices, technology, and new takes on critical business topics from ChainLink Research If you are having trouble viewing this, click here to view in your browser Thursday, April 15, 2021 --Published once each month.   Agile Demand-Supply Alignment—Part 2C: Multi-Enterprise Network Architecture—Foundation for ADSA and More By Bill McBeath Thursday, April 15, 2021 We cover required characteristics of a multi-enterprise network architecture, such as a shared single version of the truth, multi-enterprise master data management, security, process flows, and an integrated network of trading partners. We also delve into the differences between a 'Visibility-only Control Tower' vs. a 'Supply Chain Application Network.' [ Read: Agile Demand-Supply Alignment—Part 2C ] AI for Supply Chain: Debunking the Myths—Part One: Supply Chain Challenges AI/ML Can Help Solve By Ann Grackin Thursday, April 15, 2021 Previously intractable challenges that supply chain professionals have been grappling with for decades are now within reach using AI/ML. These include fixing new product introductions, stock-outs, optimizing inbound through outbound fulfillment, and improving profit margins. [ Read: AI for Supply Chain Debunking the Myths: Part One ] Supply Chain Orchestration: Multi-tier Relationships By Bill McBeath Thursday, April 15, 2021 For some companies, managing only their immediate suppliers is not sufficient. Brand owners whose reputation and competitiveness is on the line for the performance and social compliance of the whole chain are increasingly taking on the role of Supply Chain Orchestrator, coordinating key activities across multiple tiers of their supply chain. [ Read: Supply Chain Orchestration: Multi-tier Relationships ]   For additional information or questions please contact ChainLink Research • 617-762-4040 www.ChainLinkResearch.com • © 2017 ChainLink Research, Inc.