Seven capabilities that separate modern supply chain platforms from legacy tools

In today’s uncertain and volatile economic and political climate, supply chains face unprecedented challenges that demand a new approach.

According to the CEO Outlook Survey, 98% of CEOs across the globe are concerned about the impact of tariffs. Costs are rising, inflation is making a comeback, and the threat of a recession looms on the horizon. Competition is fierce, and technology is playing a huge role in determining the winners. Blue Yonder’s 2025 Supply Chain Compass Report suggests 82% of business leaders acknowledged that outdated technology would hinder their supply chain’s potential while 74% of business leaders believe AI is already changing the way their business operates. The fact is that traditional applications are no longer sufficient for today’s supply chains. The future belongs to cognitive solutions — systems that can think, learn, and adapt at machine speed.

Based on our work with leading global companies, we ...