Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. In fact, during 2007 and 2008, Starbucks leadership began to have severe doubts about the company’s ability to supply its 16,700 outlets.

Cost Reduction 65

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 65

Talking Logistics

MARCH 9, 2017

In a study conducted by Accenture in 2015 of chemical companies, results showed that 94 percent expect to boost their investment in digital capabilities in the next three years to embrace a competitive advantage. Adding digital functionality will increase customer satisfaction, streamline operations and improve efficiencies.

Supply Chain Software 63

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Networks Optimal Sourcing 63

247 Customs Broker

APRIL 19, 2018

“The dire predictions that robots are going to take our jobs are overstated,” said Susan Lund, co-author of the study for McKinsey, adding “There will be enough jobs for everyone in most sectors.” • The growing army of robots used in distribution. Distribution is a different matter.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design 28

Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Al Will, president of PWG Distribution Solutions. Further, if one does a Google search on data science groups in private industry, numerous large industry groups formed just since 2007 appear. WILL: The future is the complete “lights out” distribution center utilizing both auto-loading and auto-unloading equipment at the dock.

Supply Chain Design Software 89

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 89