The modern supply chain is a complex dance, with information flowing between numerous functions and disparate systems. Yet, all too often, this choreography is hampered by fragmented data trapped in silos, impeding visibility and hindering efficiency. To achieve true unification in the supply chain, a key factor emerges: data standardization. I attended multiple sessions on supply chain data standards at this week’s ASTM International event, and the message was loud and clear: We need more adoption and global harmonization of data standards in logistics.
