Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2024

Blue Yonder’s CEO, Duncan Angove The supply chain software landscape is changing rapidly. On Friday, March 29 th , Blue Yonder, a leading provider of supply chain planning and today execution solutions, announced signing an agreement to acquire One Network Enterprises for approximately $839 million. More than 5.6

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2022

Editor’s Note: Indago ResearchCasts are brief videos where we highlight findings from our Indago supply chain research community. As we begin 2022, it’s tempting to make predictions about what will happen in the weeks and months ahead in the world of supply chain and logistics — a world, as we have experienced the last two.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

With Christmas goods in stores before Halloween this year, I thought there was no reason that we shouldn’t also get a jump on 2022 predictions. Here’s what to look for in 2022. Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic. Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2022

After taking center stage in 2021, the supply chain shortages that impacted so many corners of the business world could ease somewhat in the coming months. The risk of more extreme weather and flare-ups of COVID-19 cases,” the publication adds, “can also threaten to clog up supply chains again.”. In the U.S.,

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Unwrapping the Supply Chain of Halloween 2022 Show Submenu Resources. Where are consumers spending the most this spooky season and will the Halloween supply chain be able to keep up this year? How the 2022 Halloween supply chain compares to previous years. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Paul is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen , a supply chain intelligence platform, purpose-built to help manufacturers streamline their MRO supply and materials management. The result is a foundation that organizations can trust to fuel digital transformation and support supply chain maturity initiatives.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

To be successful in 2022, supply chains must continue to negotiate a very volatile and uncertain environment. Leveraging technology and network data will be more important than ever to keep supply chains on track. Read more 2022 Technology Trends.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 6, 2024

In 2022, Kyle and his Co-founder Evan Stalter started the company because of their interest and passion for using technology to build more efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. In 2022, he received the Pros to Know award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Silica, and Deloitte.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 13, 2022

With every new year comes an opportunity to foretell what lies ahead in the marketplace, and the supply chain breakdown 2022 is no different. The past several years has proven environmentally unprecedented across many fronts, including logistics and supply chains overall. Labor Pool and Resources.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Last week I attended FourKites Visibility 2022 in Chicago, IL. In his presentation, Matt discussed the future of supply chain optimization. He said that real-time visibility is the foundation for making supply chains efficient. SEE and RESPOND: the ability to get ahead of data, see the data and respond accordingly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2023

Over the past few years, supply chain and procurement pros have faced the challenge of navigating their enterprises through one disruption after another. Demands of quickly securing alternative sources of supply due to market changes, supply shortages and disruptions.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 9, 2022

As we begin 2022, it is clear that we’re still operating in a very volatile and uncertain environment. It is also clear that leveraging technology and network data is more important than ever to keep supply chains on track. Read more [Video] 2022 Technology Trends. Read more [Video] 2022 Technology Trends.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2022 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane.

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CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Making the most out of today’s challenging supply chain trends requires a deep understanding of the market and timely information that helps you achieve a competitive advantage. Q1 2022 Supply Chain Trends and Hot Topics. The first is pricing, especially the record rates within the international supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Supply chains constantly change and evolve because of an endless range of factors outside the control of transportation management specialists. In 2022 and beyond, shippers are moving away from the concept of a lean supply chain to prioritize agility. What is Agile Supply Chain Management?

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Andy is the Senior Director of Innovation at GEODIS , a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. About GEODIS GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. In 2022, GEODIS generated €13.7

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2023

The marijuana supply chain is an interesting market to follow. Like any agricultural product, there are ebbs and flows to its supply and demand. However, from a purely supply chain standpoint, the marijuana market strikes a similar delicate balance to other perishables.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 24, 2022

It’s been three months already since we published our first regular roundup of supply chain and logistics news—doesn’t time fly? Australia’s continuing weather-driven supply chain problems. How retailers are reevaluating post-pandemic inventory strategies. Renault’s plans for network redesign and S&OP improvement.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 17, 2022

The past few years have seen unprecedented supply chain challenges largely stemming from COVID-19 disruptions. As 2022 takes hold, many of the same challenges are present. Consequently, companies are becoming more focused on anticipating, reacting to, and planning for the unexpected through their supply chain strategies.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

Top Supply Chain Publications Recognize BlueGrace Logistics as Dominant Provider in 2022 Rankings. Food Logistics’ 2022 Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers award recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers in the cold food and beverage industry. supply chains. Supply Chain Brain .

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Penske Move Ahead

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Globally this past year, supply chains and shipments slowed down which subsequently caused material shortages and impacted our growing consumer consumption of literally everything. As we move into 2022, supply chains are still facing challenges and are struggling to rebound from subpar.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

2021 saw many major challenges for logistics and supply chain professionals. While reflecting on some of the ways the industry sought to overcome these challenges, Chris Jones*, Executive Vice President, Industry & Services at Descartes Systems Group , takes a look at what to look out for in 2022.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2022

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Container Import Volume Maintains Record Trend for 2022 as Port Congestion and Delays Persist.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Unlike the folks projecting election results these days, I was a little more accurate and the 2022 projections have set the stage for what will happen in 2023. Figure 1: U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 6, 2023

The marijuana supply chain is an interesting market to follow. Like any agricultural product, there are ebbs and flows to its supply and demand. However, from a purely supply chain standpoint, the marijuana market strikes a similar delicate balance to other perishables.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2022

We’ve only just entered the second half of the year and people haven’t even taken their summer vacations yet, so why are we talking about holiday supply chains now? Shouldn’t this alleviate the pressure on holiday supply chains?”. as of April 2022 compared with a low of 1.09 I am only saying this in half jest.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

Efficient, sustainable supply chains go hand in hand. Apr 29, 2022. Data and optimization can improve efficiencies in supply chains, save shippers money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to logistics experts who shared insights last Friday in honor of National Supply Chain Day. “In

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In February, Klaus Niebur, the director of global supply chain risk management at Autoliv, and Jan Thiessen, the managing director at targetP!, spoke on best practices on supply chain risk management at ARC Advisory Group’s Digital Transformation in Industry conference. The implementation was not trivial.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. Read more Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (October 2022).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2022

Supply chains have experienced significant disruptions in the first half of 2022, from a global pandemic to wars, rising fuel costs, and a potential recession. Passing costs onto consumers is often not viable and, in some cases, has already occurred due to supply chain shortages.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2022

trillion USD in 2022 , up 5.0% The supply chain, however, offers the most fruitful area for improvement. For companies to achieve reductions in carbon footprints, they should look to sustainable investments in their supply chains for the greatest impact. Benefits of Sustainable Supply Chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

A large multinational is undergoing an impressive supply chain transformation that will run through 2023. A Complex Supply Chain. Not surprisingly a company this big, delivering different solutions to a variety of industries, has a complex supply chain. Comand and Control Center Application from Kinaxis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Supply shortages resulting in empty shelves or parking lots of WIP inventory represent a spectre causing supply chain leaders to reconsider supply chain inventory practices. planning offers an alternative to swinging the pendulum and as the strategy that provides the supply chain resilience leaders seek.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Even as homebuilders work to bridge the gap between housing supply and demand, the imbalance that surfaced in 2021 appears to be rolling right into 2022. In November 2021 (the most recent data available), the supply of homes for sale nationwide as a percentage of occupied residential inventory remained near historic lows at 1.19

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