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Editor’s Choice: Reducing Lead Times with Real-Time Data

Logistics Viewpoints

This article is from Descartes Systems Group and looks at how companies can reduce lead times with real-time data. In this article, we’ll focus on how you can operationally utilize estimated time of discharge (ETD) to improve lead times and enable better planning all along the supply chain. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Data, Lies, and Algorithms: How Bias Can Creep into Logistics Route Optimization (and How to Fix It)

Loginext

This article discusses the challenges of bias in logistics route optimization software. We deep dive into the importance of data collection and representation, algorithm design, and the assumptions underlying these processes to ensure seamless route planning and delivery optimization.

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The Top 100 Logistics Companies with Seth Clevenger

The Logistics of Logistics

Seth Clevenger and Joe Lynch discuss the top 100 logistics companies. He is a 2005 graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Key Takeaways: The Top 100 Logistics Companies Seth Clevenger is Managing Editor of features at Transport Topics. In the podcast interview, Seth and Joe discuss the top 100 logistics companies.

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MultiScan Master Data Solution Available

Logistics Business Magazine

Knapp, leading technology partner for value chains, is making its MultiScan master data capture system available to customers through short-term rental or outright purchase. MultiScan is an intelligent and customisable master data capture solution. The design is rugged and ergonomic, making it simple to use even when wearing gloves.

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Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers

The Logistics of Logistics

Original article: Warner’s Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers. In light of the global environment in the past year and a half, we listed the top transportation & logistics influencers. The road hasn’t been easy for the transportation and logistics industries. miles of freight is expected to reach 7.67

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Logistics Outsourcing Calls for Robust Data Portfolios to Create Enduring Supply Chains

Blue Grace Logistics

An increasing number of shippers are moving towards logistics outsourcing to gain better visibility into their freight track and spend, two key factors in determining business vitality. Visibility and data remain top-value propositions that outsourced logistics entities solve for.

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US logistics industry needs a unified data stream to boost cargo velocity

Supply Chain and Logistics

This article quotes Carl Bentzel, an FMC commissioner, who says that there is increased concentration of the ocean shipping business, from no carrier having more than 4%, to around 10 carriers, half of whom have 12-20% each. Many supply chain … Continue reading →

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