Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2021

In this article, Logistics Bureau’s Mal Walker, who has spent decades exploring all aspects of warehousing, offers some valuable tips on warehouse design and operation. Over the years, Mal has come to appreciate that there is real science behind distribution centre design , operation, and flow management. 4) Inventory Control.

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Globalior

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Sales and operations planning is a process in which you plan for the sales and production of products. You can use sales and operations planning to help you with your decisions. You can use sales and operations planning to help you with your decisions. How to Create a Sales and Operations Plan.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. The warehousing and distribution industry is highly reliant on technology for its operations. As such, it is vulnerable to devastating cyberattacks.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We continue our series on the most read articles from the Cerasis blog for 2015 today by featuring any of the blogs in the transportation management or transportation categories. . We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. A provider with the breadth of capabilities, depth of experience, and backed by powerful technology can do more than simply track supply chain operations. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Here’s a real-life example. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Cost to Serve – A Smarter Way to Improved Supply Chain Profitability. Quick and Easy Tips for Cost Reduction in Supply Chain Operations. How to identify and fix your profit leaks?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 25, 2022

He is passionate about increasing small parcel knowledge throughout the industry, authoring several articles for PARCEL Magazine, and being quoted frequently by media including The Wall Street Journal and Business Insider. Postal carriers: USPS + postal workshare carriers (Pitney Bowes, DHL eCommerce, etc.).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2023

In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? This post was subsequently followed by two articles that discussed some of the findings from the survey. This post was subsequently followed by two articles that discussed some of the findings from the survey.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 31, 2021

This one is about easy ways to save money in your Supply Chain and Logistics operations if you just look at things differently. Maybe you have some similar examples you can share in the comments? Check out this article related to this topic: 7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

Today’s article is from Lucas Systems and highlights the benefits of machine learning in the warehouse. This article provides an introduction to machine learning for warehouse managers. For example, the traditional approach to workforce planning is to use an engineered labor standards system.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2023

Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. industrial handhelds, and mobile units you have and what your operations will need. For example, monthly subscription fees, any software support charges, and data migration fees.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

First, let me begin by crediting Dan Falkenheim and Alex Prewitt for their most interesting article on the greenwashing in sports. Read the article to get the detail of that decisions as well as the broader sports examples highlighted. Fascinating read, and a springboard for my thoughts. So, let’s turn it toward industry.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 5, 2015

But what are some ways organizations can streamline operations for improved results overall? The following is our top 10 list of ways warehouses can drive more efficient and productive warehouse operations: Consider Automation. Boston Consulting Group research shows 1.2 by the year 2025. Maximize Vertical Space.

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Turvo

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For example, ship charter costs have grown since July 2020 from $10,000 to more than $200,000 in September of this year, and standard freight rates across all major routes also saw significant increases. In addition to this, port operations are moving more slowly during the pandemic because fewer people can work in ports simultaneously.

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10xLogistics

OCTOBER 19, 2022

This article is directed mostly towards practitioners who operate supply chains within companies which market and sell products. The three strategies, from which a company picks are: 1) Customer Intimacy 2) Operational Excellence 3) Product Innovation. Operational Excellence - This is low cost. It is fun and energizing.

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Sabinext

MARCH 8, 2020

As a logistics leader, I believe that correcting gender disparities in ‘profit and loss’ (P&L) and operational roles is a key strategy to fill the executive pipeline with more female talent. For this blog article, I interviewed Renata Mihich, Managing Director Canada at DHL Global Forwarding, on her journey at DPDHL.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The ability to operate in emerging domains such as ‘space’ and ‘cyber’, act in the ‘grey zone’, or investments in new technologies from hypersonic weaponry to automation and AI are seen as offsets to potential adversaries. The successful delivery of the ULAC has been greatly beneficial for both the Army and BAE Systems Australia.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 4, 2023

Today’s article comes from Erin Sun at Oracle and identifies five supply chain success factors CPG companies need to know for increased profitability. As a result, CPG companies must streamline operations and adopt modern technology that drives growth and innovation. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Now operating in its fifth station, Flytrex’s three-minute delivery service will be available to approximately 140,000 customers across the United States. The CNBC article states, “ As delivery times and consumer demand rose this year, retailers responded by ordering inventory earlier than usual. the Nike article reminded me of it).

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2024

These solutions use natural language processing, for example, to read online publications and other data sources, make sense of what they read, contextualize the data into information, and report supply chain disruptions caused by weather, geopolitical events and other hazards in near real-time.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction. However, in this article, we’ll focus exclusively on the cost factor, drawing your attention to some questions you might ask yourself (and your team) about your facility’s energy usage.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

However, the world is currently facing a significant economic slowdown, and this downturn is having profound effects on container shipping operations around the globe. For example: The global GDP growth rate for 2021 was 6.02%, a 9.1% increase from 2020. The global GDP growth rate for 2022 was 3.08%, a 2.94% decline from 2021.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, I will redress the balance by exploring outsourcing from a more holistic perspective, focusing on ways to consider outsourcing partnerships for improvement throughout the supply chain. So, for example, outsourcing sales activity is not typically a good idea if yours is a retail sales company.

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Conger

OCTOBER 22, 2021

This article is all about aerial lift safety tips for operators, managers, and pedestrians. Inspect Before Operating. Aerial lifts can tip over if operated on uneven or unstable terrain. Operators can be ejected from the platform while the aerial lift is operating. The most common aerial lifts hazards.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and looks at the difficult decision of transitioning in-house logistics to managed services. As market volatility, delivery expectations and customer experience levels impact supply chain strategy, shippers are looking for new ways to drive operational and competitive advantage from external expertise.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Is your warehouse operation inefficient? The first step in your review should be to determine and prioritise the objectives for your warehouse facility and operation. 2) Know Your Operational Profile and Requirements. For example, is an SKU typically ordered by the pallet, carton, split carton, or individual unit?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2023

Today’s article will build upon that post with a discussion of the major factors influencing demand for WMS solutions, and the dynamics behind this demand. E-Commerce Fulfillment Needs Remain Paramount Of course, the need to run warehouse operations more effectively and efficiently is the primary and ongoing reason for WMS sales.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2021

There are many forms of AI, but for purposes of this article I’m referring to systems that use machine learning approaches to solve specific problems. It turns out that the distribution center is a target rich environment for using AI, with the potential to drive significant operational gains. AI-Based Warehouse Optimization Examples.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This article is from Emerge and offers tips for trucking companies to decrease their insurance premiums. As an example, from data taken from the ATRI report, in 2020 a small fleet of fewer than 20 trucks would have paid about three times as much as a large fleet with more than 1,000 trucks. To read the full article, click HERE.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 24, 2023

This is in addition to the operational measures they take to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of merchandise. This article examines some of the key trends that businesses should be aware of for this year. For example, inflation erodes away about 8.5%. There will be more acceptance of managing complex operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2022

Of course, we subsequently share interesting insights in Logistics Viewpoints articles. Brian provided me with insights into some specific warehouse automation and robotics examples. In contrast to the operations that use Locus bots, this operation has lower volumes of heavier loads that require greater precision and care.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

AUGUST 1, 2021

While these are types of ships, these ships could be operating on two main types of services – Liner and Tramp services. In this article, we look at a liner service as it applies to container shipping. An example of a liner service may be as below – CMA CGM’s South China Sea Service between Asia and West Coast of North America.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

This article is from Asena Denizeri & Anil Gurbuz at Solvoyo and examines the challenges around supply chain planning for 2022 and beyond. Here are the challenges retailers may face in their supply chain operations in 2022 and some tips for overcoming them. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 25, 2023

In this article, we will explore the benefits, challenges, and exciting future of autonomous vehicles in freight transportation, using the real-life example of Waymo’s autonomous trucking program. One of the primary advantages of autonomous vehicles in freight transportation is the potential for improved safety.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

It’s a random approach in which, for example, a consignment of electric blenders might find a home in a storage location between bottles of shampoo on one side, and dog collars on the other. In effect, the “chaos approach means picking operatives are always within easy reach of items required for customer orders.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2023

In this article, we’ll compare and contrast the two most common types of 3PL warehousing: contract warehousing vs public warehousing. Warehousing definitions Contract warehousing With contract warehousing – also known as dedicated warehousing – you pay a 3PL to fully dedicate one (or more) of its warehouses to your operation.

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 12, 2020

This interest is only being accelerated by the increased digitization of supply chains operations by businesses. This article by Morai Logistics presents 4 questions that are integral to optimally integrating blockchain into your supply chain operations. Why do Your Operations Require Blockchain?

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