Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2021

However, freight shipping is the one activity that presents significant barriers to overseas-market entry, as you may have discovered if your business is starting to look across international borders for its next step in expansion. It has never been easier, in general, for smaller companies to trade in international markets than it is today.

Freight 91

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The wide variety of raw materials and the varying dimensions of finished products that need to be moved around and stored at the 10,000m² production facility required versatile equipment, and Store Manager Bruce Whiting was also keen to reduce the level of ride-on forklift traffic, particularly in areas where a lot of other personnel are present.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

A World Economic Forum study found that the top 10 skills for the next decade include essential human skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and people management. As technology replaces many of the manual or repetitive tasks many jobs entail, it frees up space for skills that are uniquely human, often called ‘soft’ skills.

Buyer Training 105

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Indeed, the transition has taken place so swiftly that some companies may still need to fully grasp the present or future possibilities to exploit distribution performance as a competitive advantage. Of course, every company with a distribution fleet to manage will have achieved some degree of maturity in the route optimisation journey.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

Sitma has always kept a close eye on sustainability and has been leading the way in studying solutions to reduce the environmental impact deriving from the use of its machines. The team of students presented the results of the project to a wide audience, including high-level Sitma personnel.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2022

We currently have three apprentices who have just completed their studies, one who is yet to finish and a further two joining us shortly.”. Aged 19, he is working in the toolroom and completing his course through day release at West Nottinghamshire College. One of the apprentices at Georg Utz Ltd is Shaun Batty’s son, Finley.

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The Lean Thinker

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

All of this is a unconscious but focused effort to present the illusion that things are progressing according to plan. This, of course, gets reflected in the conversations throughout the organization. Problems are being discussed in hallways, in side conversations, but not written down. Asking for help?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2023

Of course, there is one more essential requisite for any supply chain project to commence—a budget. Of course, that means identifying every element of the solution that will fall within the project’s scope, but, just as importantly, detailing all known features that will not be in scope. How to Nail Down the Project Scope.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

You need to be able to explain the facts in the clearest and most effective way, so make sure you thoroughly study and understand the freight market information you are looking to share. If you’re lacking in any of these, of course you won’t be as confident, so it’s time to get to work on improving your skills or knowledge.

Tips 62

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Forcing carriers to compete against one another in what is essentially a reverse auction provides a real incentive for the carriers to present the lowest bid to win the job and it provides shippers with a far more accurate view of the actual market rate for expedited freight in any given lane. Consider the potential savings.

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Conger

MAY 28, 2021

In 1984, a study was conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to determine the effectiveness of a lift truck safety training program. Evaluation typically consists of obstacle courses, picking up sample loads, and in general, seeing how the operator trainee handles driving, turning, and reversing.

Buyer Training 94

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 3, 2018

A military logistician is a study in contrasts. That is, the presentation of Brigadier Kingstone’s calculations is followed by a surprise, a development that requires the complete recasting of both the original plan of operations and the logistical scheme for supporting it. A link to his site can be found here.

Military 94

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Forto

JULY 6, 2020

A study by Forrester Consulting and Bloomreach shows that around 50% of customers have ordered products online for the first time, products they had previously bought only in bricks-and-mortar retail stores (such as food). Nevertheless, a Kantar study predicts that e-commerce will emerge from the Corona crisis as a major winner.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Unlike traditional, in-classroom education settings, vocational programs blend on-the-job learning opportunities with course credits and education. If manufacturers can embrace this opportunity, the problems presented by the skills gap can be overcome. Vocational Training Blends On-the-Job Training With Education.

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20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Of course, the best mode to transportation is necessary, but the other factors that have to be taken into consideration are: The total cost. In this article, we present the different modes of transportation available to move your cargo and freight from one destination to another one. The urgency of the shipment. The size and weight.

Transportation 52

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Extending beyond CSR.

Supply Chain Software 36

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Extending beyond CSR.

Supply Chain Software 36

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Conger

JULY 20, 2020

What do I need to study? Of course not. With lots of options and aggressive marketing for online certification courses, you've probably had this question cross your mind. Now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about what you can expect from online courses. How do I get certified? Well, you’re in the right place.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 29, 2018

The problem is that in a highly constrained discussion about logistics, our study of war is patently ‘incomplete at best, false at worst’. ’ There were, of course, a number of articles worth mentioning in particular. In this article, he distils his experience and suggests how such ‘cases’ might be used in training.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Security is being recast as international logistics systems and supply chains contribute to the reshaping of the global order, and strategic policy intertwines itself with economics and industrial power to create objectives for the military forces protecting national interests (it has, of course, been ever thus). & Coakley, R.,

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 26, 2020

That’s the bare bones of it, but of course there can be twists and turns along the way. Case studies eBooks and whitepapers Emails Graphics Podcasts Videos. Yup, it’s communicating! After a customer checks out, they should receive an email (or text) when their order has been received, shipped, and delivered. But that’s not all!

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

Of course additional funding and attention can improve the capability and capacity of any military force to sustain itself in peace and on operations. In the meantime, we should study its strengths and weaknesses, and the how and why of its present design. Time will tell how effective this organisation will be. 1] See Eccles, H.,

Military 89

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

And the last, but not least step is the preparation of a feasibility study. Therefore, in the initial conversations, try to look beyond the presentations and demonstrations. Of course, special attention should be paid to the available resources for the project implementation.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

According to a Gallup study, reports Chief Executive, more than 70 percent of B2B companies are facing setbacks and decreases among their B2B partners because of lacking customer engagement. Of course, the same concept of using digital technology to engage customers can be applied to B2C sales channels as well.

Manufacturing Procurement 82

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Operational excellence, of course. With us running five lines of service through our brokerage, we had to have a rating engine that enables us to present the best rates back to customers through our My HNRY portal. What do shipper’s look for in a logistics partner? What factors are driving these expectations?

Vendor Strategies 60

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2022

That, of course, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t focus on the present state of things. Additionally, there need to be systems in place for handling different kinds of customer service interactions (simple requests vs. complicated requests). The better your profit, the more you scale. Eyes on the Prize.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 7, 2019

At full speed, it will offer everything from recorded webinars and online courses to onsite training seminars. Regardless, ASCM will present the information in a variety of ways, allowing for self-directed study or group exchanges of ideas and information. Online Courses Adjust to Learning Styles. Emphasis on onsite.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2019

That’s a question best answered by studying trends in uptake across the many types of enterprise that rely on logistics and supply chain management to keep the revenue rolling in. This is the debut presentation of what I think will be a nightmare-inducing robot” — Marc Raibert, CEO, Boston Dynamics.

Supply Chain Software 64

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 64

Logistics in War

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants through the course of academic research in 2017. In order to present the ‘military’ view of a problem in a judicious and ultimately successful manner, military professionals must understand the total concerns of the problem.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

They not only have to present the models to demonstrate their understanding, but they also have to relate the models to real companies. Darren Prokop, University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA): As in the academic world in general, there is a trend to online course delivery. This often requires substantial interpersonal knowledge and skill.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Through the course of 2017, and because of my academic research, I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants. In order to present the ‘military’ view of a problem in a judicious and ultimately successful manner, military professionals must understand the total concerns of the problem.

Negotiating Skills 70

Negotiating Skills Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Military 70

Talking Logistics

JULY 25, 2018

In fact, at one conference this spring, after delivering a keynote presentation that had nothing to do with technology, the very first question I received from the audience was “What do you think about blockchain and its potential in supply chain management?”. Of course, the most common question about blockchain is “What is it?”

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Much-like the business philosophy of Kaizen that came before it, Gemba Process Innovation presents an opportunity to benefit European businesses. Of course, technology alone cannot solve these challenges. After studying the requirements, Panasonic recommended a combined software and hardware solution for the business.

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10xLogistics

MARCH 24, 2013

Of course, while that is a highly held belief of HR departments and other strategy people what we find in real life is it usually is the execution portion of the business that makes or breaks the company. The top performers deal with strategy and all others deal with the day to day execution - or so the top consultants will say.

Vendor Strategies 54

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 11, 2019

However, some of them are better than others for gaining the essential all-around supply chain knowledge that will not only help you identify where you would like to specialize going forward, but will also boost your value to your employer and present opportunities for advancement. Supply Chain Analyst.

Supply Chains 67

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Logistics Manager

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

We’ve introduced UNITY to our staff through brochures and several activities, such as a special meeting where the Change Agents presented the meaning of unity from their perspectives. Plus we held a photo contest, a special talk show, and went on a study visit at PTT Public Company Limited to learn the company culture strategy.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 6, 2020

Of course additional funding and attention can improve the capability and capacity of any military force to sustain itself in peace and on operations. In the meantime, we should study its strengths and weaknesses, and the how and why of its present design. Time will tell how effective this organisation will be. 1] See Eccles, H.,

Military 55

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