Merck Navigates Chip Geopolitics With ‘China For China’ Strategy
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The German company adopted the “China for China” strategy in 2018 to meet surging demand for its LCD panels there.
Supply Chain Predictions for 2018
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 10, 2018
A look at the supply chain trends and technology that will come into play in 2018. These concerns will extend into 2018, as companies work on a regulatory standard – though nothing has emerged yet. 2018 will see a focus on taking innovation beyond a buzzword and into implementable solutions that deliver executable results.
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E-Commerce Continues to Add Focus on Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategies: Projections for 2018 Demand Continuous Improvement
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. How to Prepare for Increasing Supply Chain Demands Throughout 2018 Warehouse Managers must embrace omnichannel supply chains and their associated technologies. LEARN MORE.
DHL unveils Strategy 2025 Goals
Airfreight Logistics
MARCH 6, 2020
In the center of its Strategy 2025, DHL Express focusses particularly on ‘E-commerce’ as a growth driver and ‘efficiency’ for further increasing its profit. In 2018 DHL ordered 14 new Boeing 777F, with four delivered in 2019, six to come this year and the remaining four to be taken into service in 2021.
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The Top 9 Freight Blogs of 2018
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 28, 2018
” Today’s post will cover the top 9 freight blogs from 2018. The Top 9 Freight Blogs from 2018 The freight blogs category most top viewed blog posts from 2018 included several elements of freight. 5 Top Transportation Management Trends to Expect in 2018. Learn about these trends in trucking and freight for 2018.
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Meet ShipMonk’s New CEO Josh McCarter
Ship Monk
JULY 12, 2023
Previously, Josh co-founded Booker Software, which he built into one of the largest B2B SaaS providers in the wellness industry and sold to Mindbody in 2018. The best is yet to come… The post Meet ShipMonk’s New CEO Josh McCarter appeared first on ShipMonk | Fulfillment Center | Order Fulfillment Services.
5 Ways an Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategy Can Improve Customer Experience
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 11, 2018
The importance of an omnichannel supply chain strategy cannot be overstated. According to Randy Strang of Supply Chain 24/7, a survey of the most important parts of a shopping experience found customers’ expectations are more than meets the eye. What’s Wrong With Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategy and Customer Service?
Where competition, modernisation and capability meet
Logistics in War
DECEMBER 4, 2018
The site appears to have found its niche, filling a gap ‘somewhere’ between strategy, defence institutional performance and modernisation. Fuller once did, that logistics is ‘the basis of strategy and tactics’ and tread further from centuries-old doctrinal roots. [1] It is part of the art of command.
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Omni-Channel Strategy and Intermodal Transport in Globalized Supply Chains
Morai Logistics
MARCH 15, 2018
Omni-channel strategies prove to be an effective method for meeting on-demand delivery for consumers and providing efficient solutions for shippers. On February 22nd, 2018, Morai discussed the exponential growth of the Canadian ecommerce market. Omni-Channel Strategy. million in 2013 to 22.5 million this year.
Omnichannel Retail Strategy: Not just a Buzzword, But a Business Model
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 5, 2018
An omnichannel retail strategy is the new norm in today’s supply chains. Therefore, an omnichannel retail strategy must become the new standard business model for companies wanting to remain competitive. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. In fact, 78% of U.S.
BlueGrace Logistics 2018 in Review
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 27, 2018
2018 delivered some significant changes for BlueGrace Logistics. Randy Collack, Chief Strategy Officer, has retired this year. Randy Collack, Chief Strategy Officer, has retired this year. He oversaw several departments as the Chief Strategy Officer, including all Freight brokerage in the Tampa headquarters.
Supply Chain Software’s Best Return on Investment
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 30, 2023
This company had undergone a network design project in 2018 with Solvoyo. Scenarios are run, and the low-cost network that best meets customer service objectives is selected. For this project, Solvoyo consultants built a network design model and ran more than 120 scenarios to refine the customer service and inventory mix strategy.
How Walmart Just Bested Amazon in the E-Commerce Channel Utilizing an Omnichannel Return Strategy
GlobalTranz
MARCH 23, 2018
Walmart has a different approach, and in several ways, Walmart is positioning itself to best Amazon in e-commerce through an innovative, omnichannel return strategy. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Precursor 3: Scan and Go Is Coming to a Store Near You.
The Dispatch Report + Pilot Updates | Decemeber 2018, Issue No. 9
Shipchain
DECEMBER 4, 2018
Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting things we’ve been working on—some fantastic updates that we have for you today—and the major milestones we can’t wait to share with you in January. Enhancing our communications strategy was step one to further reinforcing this mission.
The Dispatch Report + Pilot Updates | December 2018, Issue No. 9
Shipchain
DECEMBER 4, 2018
Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting things we’ve been working on—some fantastic updates that we have for you today—and the major milestones we can’t wait to share with you in January. Enhancing our communications strategy was step one to further reinforcing this mission.
6 More Logistics Technology Trends Enabling Success in 2018
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
In today’s blog post we continue our look at the logistics technology trends that will shape 2018. The Logistics Robots Market Will Dominate in 2018 & Beyond. Creating in-house last-mile strategies increases risk, so more companies will begin outsourcing last-mile delivery service in favor of meeting consumer demands.
The LIW articles you should read – a 2018 retrospective
Logistics in War
DECEMBER 29, 2018
As 2018 draws to a close, a year in which Logistics In War consolidated, it’s a good time to reflect on what were the most popular or relevant articles to the readers. In Hoping and planning for the best: understanding war without logistics I outlined three themes for Logistics In War in 2018. By David Beaumont.
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7 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends to Watch in 2018
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 3, 2018
My post on key trends to watch in 2017 received a lot more attention than I anticipated, so I figured it can’t hurt to gather my thoughts and pull together another collection for 2018. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018. 2018 Trend #1: Increased Focus on Cost-to-serve.
5 Automated Logistics Technologies Predictions for Success in 2018
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Logistics technology is expanding to keep up with increased demand, and shippers need to know which technologies can make or break success rates in 2018. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018. Big data is among the most important automated logistics technologies to affect logistics in 2018.
Developing an LTL and E-Commerce Focused Shipping Strategy
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 11, 2018
This will require an LTL and e-commerce focused shipping strategy. Shippers need to know the benefits of combined strategy and a few best practices to develop a winning LTL and e-commerce plan. Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was passed in early 2018, the likelihood of new taxes and tariffs levied in the coming year is great.
Logistics and Supply Chain Trends for 2018
Trinity Logistics
JANUARY 9, 2018
As we put the year behind us, let’s talk about some of the biggest logistics trends to watch for in 2018. The driver shortage has been a long-time topic of concern and will continue to be in 2018. Logistics service providers are beginning to explore alternatives, such as autonomous mobile robots to meet the demand. Let us know!
DHL Express Presents its New Strategy 2025
Airfreight Logistics
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
DHL Express has presented its new Strategy 2025 on the occasion of the opening of its € 123 million state-of-the-art hub at Cologne-Bonn Airport. The many new technologies at our Cologne hub are just one more example of this, and it shows the basis of our new Strategy 2025 as well,” explains John Pearson, CEO DHL Express. “As
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These Top Manufacturing Technology Trends will Fuel a Focus on Customer Experience in 2018
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 22, 2018
billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools will reduce delays and simplify customer service across all changes in manufacturing throughout 2018. However, the risk is well worth it.
These Advanced Supply Chain Technologies will Solidify the Digital Supply Chain in 2018
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
The type and capabilities of supply chain technology is expanding, and technology will only grow more important in effective supply chain management in 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. They are easier to program and can be adapted to meet different needs.
This Week in Logistics News (June 11-15, 2018)
Talking Logistics
JUNE 15, 2018
Driver pay has surged so far in 2018, NTI reports, with gains expected to continue (CCJ). At the Descartes Evolution 2018 conference in March, Mark Holifield, Home Depot’s Executive Vice President of Supply Chain and Product Development, discussed how the retailer is investing $1.2 Supreme Court Turns Aside J.B. No small talk.
These 5 Top Logistics Trends for 2018 are a Response to the Growing Customer Experience Movement
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018. Even the best shipping options do not necessarily work for each customer, and customers will demand variable shipping options more frequently in 2018, reports Kushal Nahata of FarEye. Download Here. Variable Logistics Operations Will Become Standard.
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Peak Shipping Season: A Review of Trends from the 2018 Holiday Peak Season
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 21, 2019
So, let us reflect on the peak shipping season trends we saw at the close of 2018 and how those trends will affect the industry now and throughout 2019. percent, but it was still insufficient to meet demand with many consumers not receiving packages on-time. Of course, the best plans depend on the actions of yesterday. Download Here.
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Risky Strategies Increase the Rate of Container Losses Amid Transit
ShipLilly
APRIL 7, 2021
To meet the demand, shipping companies are stacking large quantities of cargo on increasingly narrow equipment. Even the resultant increase in TEU capacity since 2018 has not been able to quite satisfy the current demand. However, some experts are convinced that these vessels are being overloaded to meet the increasing demand.
Top Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Qualified Drivers
Women in Trucking
MARCH 9, 2020
Presenters at the 2018 Accelerate! percent increase in female drivers from 2017 to 2018, Shaver says. In 2018, NTI tracked more pay changes than any period in the organization’s 23-year history. And with the driver turnover rate at approximately 87 percent, fleets are struggling to hold onto the drivers they do have.
Changing lives in 30 countries during 2018 thanks to the Brazilian experience
World Food Programme Logistics
JANUARY 15, 2019
Photo: WFP/Isadora Ferreira Every year seems to be a big, huge year for the WFP Centre of Excellence against Hunger, and 2018 was not different. In 2018, 14 countries were directly supported by the Centre in strengthening national capacities to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). million children in the next five years.
Deutsche Post DHL Group | Mar 07, 2018: Deutsche Post DHL Group meets 2017 EBIT-guidance
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 6, 2018
Outlook: Further EBIT increase expected in 2018, EBIT target for 2020 specified. Deutsche Post DHL Group has applied the IFRS 16 accounting standard with effect from the beginning of 2018. per share at the Annual General Meeting on April 24, 2018. billion in 2018. billion to this total. to EUR 1.15 www.dpdhl.com.
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247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
September 27, 2018 ·. As 2018 progresses , Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. Warehouse Managers Avoiding Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategies Will Lose Competitive Ground. By Jason Rosing. Omnichannel Supply Chains.
5 More Transformative Supply Chain Technologies Supply Chains Will Focus on in 2018 to Move to the Next Level
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
We expand upon the supply chain technology trends we spoke about in the first part of this blog series, but let’s take a look at 5 more supply chain tech trends that will shape 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Use of AI Will Increase.
This Week in Logistics News (October 1-5, 2018)
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 5, 2018
HighJump Launches Warehouse Control System at CSCMP Edge 2018. I remember meeting with the company’s founder, Mark Nix, right before the launch and he gave me a sneak peak of the solution. E2open’s vision and strategy is to bring together the supply chain planning and supply chain execution realms in a network-based solution platform.
Industry View: Interview with EXCHAiNGE 2018 Speaker
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
But a strategy requires much more than slide decks and statements of intent, right? Employees – and managers as well – are often busy trying to protect themselves or their accomplishments and areas of expertise, even in meetings. Meetings should be focused on finding solutions. 6th international supply chain meeting.
What These 7 Warehousing Stories Mean for 2019
Stord
JANUARY 30, 2019
Now is a great time for shippers to take stock of what happened in 2018 so they can prepare for what’s coming in 2019. This new strategy is the company’s latest step in a series of initiatives to optimize its network and improve service. FedEx pursued both strategies in 2018. FedEx’s news release 2.
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3 Warehouse Insights for Supply Chain Leaders from the Wall Street Journal’s Industry Analysis
Stord
JANUARY 7, 2019
Driven by problems of scale, pricing, and flexibility, these new solutions help shippers reach key markets, meet holiday demand, and ultimately gain a competitive advantage. The industrial availability rate for warehouses fell to its lowest rate since 2000 in the third quarter of 2018. Visibility is also vital.
ISM 2018: Why procurement matters
247 Customs Broker
MAY 8, 2018
ISM 2018 got underway in Nashville yesterday, May 6. Sure, you need 100 widgets to meet your demand, but we’ll only give you 50. That means strategies like supplier relationship management and customer of choice are important to nurture. The post ISM 2018: Why procurement matters appeared first on 247 Customs Broker.
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Challenges Facing Procurement Leaders
Material Handling and Logistics
MARCH 9, 2018
From limited visibility beyond their tier-one suppliers to teams that don't have the capabilities to deliver on the strategy, procurement officers have their work cut out for them. Yet challenges remain: More than half (51%) of procurement leaders surveyed do not believe their teams have the capabilities to deliver their procurement strategy.
The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 26, 2021
The hyper-focus on meeting customer expectations is also creating pressures upstream in the supply chain, as manufacturers extend visibility and collaboration beyond their own walls to avoid any disruptions. To meet customers’ growing expectations for personalized offerings, the typical company’s product lines have grown exponentially.
Coming up with a strategy for transformation
Automotive Logistics
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
For Gilder that means CHEP has to change to meet the needs of its customers. Transformation strategy. To do that CHEP launched its ‘Be a Transformer’ strategy in June 2018 and Gilder says the company has made significant progress. “As The strategy has already had tangible results. ” Dangerous goods. “We
Meeting Rising Supply Chain Visibility & Delivery Expectations in the Amazon Age
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
October 24, 2018 ·. This kind of data-driven analysis enables supply chain managers to adopt many of the big data tools and strategies that have become commonplace in other areas. Meeting Tomorrow’s Expectations: The Digital Supply Chain of the Future. By Dagny Dukach. Visibility into Deliveries and Transportation Services.
ISM 2018: Why procurement matters – Supply Chain 24/7
247 Customs Broker
MAY 8, 2018
ISM 2018 got underway in Nashville yesterday, May 6. Sure, you need 100 widgets to meet your demand, but we’ll only give you 50. That means strategies like supplier relationship management and customer of choice are important to nurture. My personal theme for this year’s conference is Why procurement matters! Compliance to U.S.
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28 Meet Dina?—?on the front-line of responding to disasters in Indonesia
World Food Programme Logistics
MARCH 7, 2019
Meet Dina?—?on Meet Dina?—?a Photo: WFP/photo library Tell me more about the large scale 2018 Palu tsunami operation? My role is dealing with strategy and liaison. Photo: WFP/photo library Tell me more about the large scale 2018 Palu tsunami operation? My role is dealing with strategy and liaison.
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