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Synergy Logistics celebrates 50 anniversary

Logistics Business Magazine

Back in 2007, the SnapFulfil suite was architected for the web utilising Adobe Flex and Microsoft.NET-based C# programming. ” The 50th anniversary is being celebrated throughout the year with staff and customer rewards as well as events and competition initiatives.

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The Zara’s logistics process

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Distribution 4. Sales. Zara has its own centralized distribution system consistent of about 400,000 square meters of facilities in Arteixo and other much smaller centers in Argentina, Brazil and Mexico that receive consolidated shipments from headquarters. Zara’s fast fashion scheme contains four pillars: 1.

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The Weekly Freight Report for September 29th, 2022

FLS Transport

The first priority after the storm is helping ensure the resident’s safety, then getting infrastructure back online, clearing debris, repairing damage… This recovery process is long, and these weather events have a devastating impact on the lives of residents, industries, economies, and supply chains across North America.

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What is Supply Chain Visibility and Why Isn’t It Enough?

Logistics Viewpoints

Because we call it a supply chain for a reason – each link is connected, so if you rattle one link, you rattle the entire chain, as Boeing famously discovered in 2007 when a bolts and screws shortage delayed their Dreamliner. These delayed bolts disrupt multiple links, from production to sales to distribution, and more.

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Will the New Tax Bill Bring Overseas Profits Back Home?

Supply Chain Brain

Late last year, prior to passage of the tax bill, financial technology provider C2FO surveyed corporate treasurers and other financial executives about what they would do in the event of a repatriation tax holiday or deep tax cut. Forty-six percent said they would return cash to the U.S. The mindset has changed a little bit,” he says.

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Current State of the Capacity Crunch

GlobalTranz

Since 2007, the Panama Canal has been under construction to allow larger ships to pass through the gates, which will bring a huge shift in the amount of ocean freight being delivered to both sides of the country, asserts JOC.com Staff. Expansion of the Panama Canal Will Increase Incoming Ocean Freight.

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The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day!

GlobalTranz

This year, more Americans will give thanks for the opportunity to travel to friends and family than any year since 2007,” Doney said. They can also manage vendor compliance during inbound & outbound freight shipping , which is key during the holidays, when manufacturers are distributing product to thousands of retailers.