Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In this article, we’ll take a look at the current state of logistics in North Carolina, specifically warehouse space vacancy rates and available labor. The Charlotte region, for example, currently has a warehouse vacancy rate of 4.3%. The survey also found that the warehouse and logistics industry is one of the hardest hit sectors.

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Forto

JULY 6, 2020

But shopping online proved difficult for many German customers — a good 70% of those surveyed reported unsatisfactory search results and shortcomings in product descriptions, among other things. This is because six out of ten consumers surveyed want to maintain their changed shopping behavior and order online more often.

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Freightos

APRIL 27, 2023

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. In fact, 92% of respondents to our recent survey report are likely to remain at least as engaged with freight data as supply chains normalize, with over 60% expecting to increase engagement.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. A recent Thomas survey found that 64% of manufacturing companies are likely to “bring production and sourcing back to North America” in view of COVID-19.

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Morai Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2019

An article from GTI Predictive explains, The cost of failing to manage supply chain systems effectively can be enormous. This week’s article by Morai Logistics explains just what predictive maintenance is and how it’s transforming supply chains. This is where predictive maintenance comes in. What is Predictive Maintenance?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

Despite the inherent challenges, a 2018 McKinsey article estimated that the payoff of agility enabled by digitalization can be staggering: “For companies that aim well and execute effectively, the resulting cost reductions could be transformational. A Positive Example. And Agility Can Help Improve Profitability Too?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

Examples of third-party data would include weather forecasts, sustainability ratings, or D&Bs on a company’s financial viability. For example, a manufacturer might have a supplier in Hanoi they purchase key components from. So, the term “Haiphong” when combined in an article with the phrase “port fire” would generate an alert.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 7, 2019

Ernst & Young surveyed 423 CFOs and heads of supply chain around the globe to understand their view of a CFO’s contribution to the supply chain. The survey also revealed that those organizations that have a collaborative relationship between the CFO and supply chain also tend to perform better. Paul Humbert, Esq.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

This week, for example, CCJ reported that “60 percent of fleets running between 1 and 100 trucks have yet to adopt ELDs, according to a recent survey conducted by CarrierLists.” According to the survey results, only 33 percent of small carriers have fully integrated ELDs into their fleet.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

In my Logistics Viewpoints article in April 2021, Building Profitability with Agility while Digitally Transforming the Supply Chain , I mentioned that we will continue to explore here the concrete steps in the digital journey and examples of determination from the top in addition to logistics operations. The payoff is well worth it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

For example, related to warehouse technology, a recent Lucas Systems industry study found 89% of respondents agreed that implementing artificial intelligence-based software within distribution centers can provide a competitive advantage. A recent Forbes article identifies empathy as the most important leadership skill.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 31, 2022

This article provides an overview, based on a survey of over 1,200 small businesses, of how small and midsize businesses have weathered the storm, and how a changing – and potentially recessionary – market is impacting their outlook. That’s because it’s at least partially due to decreased customer demand.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

In one article , Mr. Sorenson points out that IBP works better for small manufacturers than large ones. For example, while GEON has over 2000 customers, initially they are manually building forecasts for 600 customers and 1200 ship-to locations. Dean Sorenson concurs.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

There’s certainly no shortage of demand for better quality in sourcing: 8 out of 10 British consumers check the origin of their food, while a survey from 2015 found that 72% of Millennials would be willing to pay more for products or services offered by companies committed to positive social and environmental impact.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

A famous 2010 HBR article, “Roaring Out of Recession,” studied how 4,700 public companies fared during the recessions of 1980, 1990, and 2000. For example, imagine your company moves 10,000 containers a year with an average contents value of $75,000. 17% went bankrupt, went private, or were acquired. Reduced working capital.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. A recent Thomas survey found that 64% of manufacturing companies are likely to “bring production and sourcing back to North America” in view of COVID-19.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 20, 2022

What’s in the article: Framework for project management in the 3PL space. This still holds true with 45% of survey participants citing inconsistent practices and processes across teams as one of the top challenges in adopting project management implementation. Putting together a plan of action for stakeholders.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2021

For example, when looking at freight brokerages, if the sales floor is full of swearing, on-the-floor arguments, creating a hostile environment, you are going to lose females and they are going to tell other females not to go into logistics because of it. View the Full Article on FreightWaves. BlueGrace’s No.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The company had access to huge amounts of trade data, for example. In an article, I voiced my skepticism and said that I believed using AI to solve this problem would lead to huge number of false positives. The other risk management software supplier’s methodology was based on surveys. But I was skeptical.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

Disclaimer: This article is a zoom out for the less freight-inclined. For example, with the current steel shortage , factories aren’t able to produce as many cans as usual. (AKA why that couch you ordered isn’t here…and isn’t getting here tomorrow). Let’s talk freight. .

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Transporeon

MARCH 5, 2018

In a recent Journal of Commerce article, it was mentioned that record U.S. Results from our recent survey of the North American carrier community reveal the scale of the issue. Roughly 95% of the survey respondents—representing logistics and transportation service providers, 3PLs, freight forwarders and brokers that provide U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

For example, a smart sensor in the truck might be able to detect an imbalanced load or a flat tire, but it falls to the driver to fix that issue before rolling on down the road. For example, the autonomous drive feature could take over for highway driving but for rural or city driving, it would be under human control.

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Morai Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2018

According to a survey by Ring, a home security company, up to 1 in 5 U.S A NBC News article quoting a insuranceQuotes.com report puts the number of Americans impacted at 23 million. For example, in Rancho Cordova, California, local police have set up a special sting operation. Combating Porch Piracy.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

One example is UPS Healthcare developing a system and opening facilities to move medicines safely. For instance, a recent Forbes article shared that 60 percent of consumers now order delivery or pickup at least once a week, with takeout predicted to rise to 21 percent of restaurant industry sales by 2025.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 13, 2022

Nearly two-thirds of businesses responding to the 2020 Gartner Sustainability Survey said they were pressured by customers to invest in sustainability initiatives while 48% said pressure was coming from investors and 48% cited regulators. ” READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE. DROP AND HOOK. .

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ShipLilly

JUNE 23, 2021

There are examples of artificial intelligence being used to achieve these goals. For example, an online movie platform can prepare a recommended list for users based on their profile and previous behavioral patterns. This article explores 5 ways in which AI can be utilized. Function 1: Predictive maintenance.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

As per a Statista survey, eighty per cent of consumers say they’d return a product they received that was damaged in shipping. Shipping damage is a massive threat to any products that travel on the supply chain.

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Logistics in War

MAY 1, 2020

This article survey automation in logistics and highlight areas of promise for military logistics. A following article will discuss a more important topic – instead of autonomy of logistics, this second article will look at the logistics of autonomy.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

In this article, we’ll cover all of the things that should go into your decision. By the end of the article, you’ll know exactly how to price pest control services so that you can remain competitive in the industry. For example, if you live in a cold environment, rodents will look to come inside during the winter.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The different types of MEWP along with examples of each. Examples of MEWPs. Don't have time to read the whole article? Now, the purpose of this article is to make you familiar with the new ANSI standards for aerial lifts. For example, types of lifts included scissor and boom lifts. Examples of MEWPs.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

This article discusses how small businesses can protect themselves against fraudulent returns without pushing away honest customers. A survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) found that about 16.6% Examples include Shopify POS, SEON, Accertify, and Fraud Filter. Returns are inevitable in e-commerce.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Now for those statistics I mentioned.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

This estimate is according to responses provided by 83 percent of the manufacturing executives who participated in a survey conducted as part of an industry study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. Skills Shortages. skilled production workers. researchers. machinists. scientists.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Now for those statistics I mentioned.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

According to a recent article in Forbes , 48% of consumers today prefer a hybrid shopping model that combines online and in-store components. For example, they might browse products online, but visit a brick-and-mortar store to finalize their selection. due to the higher costs associated with online selling.

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Globalior

APRIL 4, 2020

A brief note on how this survey was conducted. It is not recommended to take this survey as an accurate reflection of industry standards. Training in HS Classification In order to operate a Customs brokerage in many of these countries, licensees must first pass a qualifying examination.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 23, 2020

For example, in South Korea, 70 percent of consumers say they plan to shop online. However, as we hope to illustrate in this brief article, it needn’t be! Other surveys show that sales of big-ticket luxury goods, fashion items, and cosmetics are taking a dive. How to Adapt Your Business for Online Order Delivery—Quickly.

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