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Six strategic challenges – global logistics integration and the state of professional discourse

Logistics in War

In part one of ‘Six strategic challenges for Defence logistics’ Air Commodore Hayden Marshall describes how digital disruption and cyber threats are likely to change Defence logistics in the future. In part two, the challenges of globally integrated logistics and improving professional discourse are raised.

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Digital supply chain expectations outpace reality, says new study

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The study, “Embracing a digital future: How manufacturers can unlock the transformative benefits of digital supply networks,” reveals a disconnect between executives’ opinions of their DSN efforts and actual implementation. He lives and works in San Francisco, providing readers with a Pacific Rim perspective on industry trends and forecasts.

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Implementing Last-mile Delivery Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

Studies show that 88% of consumers have abandoned online shopping carts due to unsatisfactory delivery terms, and 85% of customers will not shop with a retailer again after a poor delivery experience. Building an in-house solution requires continuous effort to keep it updated with evolving technology, industry trends, and company needs.

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The Most Overlooked DC Performance Strategy

Logistics Viewpoints

In fact, a study by LinkedIn found that 70% of employees would not work at a leading company if it meant they had to tolerate a bad workplace culture. A recent Forbes article identifies empathy as the most important leadership skill. But wages are just one lever to pull in attracting and keeping good employees.

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How To Be Inclusive in 4 Not-So-Easy Steps

Blue Grace Logistics

A recent study from Congress found that while 46% of the national workforce is made up of women, females hold only 24% of transportation and warehousing jobs. work in truck transportation, 8% own logistics firms and 6.6% View the Full Article on FreightWaves. To read the entire blog visit BlueGrace Logistics.

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Hoping and planning for the best: understanding war without logistics

Logistics in War

More personnel – whether military or partners from industry – were engaged in sustaining battle than participating in front-line combat. In peace, militaries were so consumed with logistics activities that the ‘business of defence’ had made every member of the staff a logistician in one form or another.

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Maersk to Embark on “Transformational” Supply Chain Journey

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To that extent, Maersk has already made a celebrated move to partner with IBM to create an industry-wide blockchain-based trading platform. Patrick is a widely-published writer and editor who has spent most of his career covering international trade, global logistics, and supply chain management. Article Topics.