Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Can you possibly prepare for a supply chain future that may be completely inconceivable right now? The answer is not only yes, but definitely so. However, this strategy involves more than parts of your supply chain watching for simple leaps forward in tech evolution.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

The era of paper-based systems and physically monitoring the supply chain is ending. The definition of the IoT sums it up; it is “a network of dedicated physical objects that contain embedded technology to sense or interact with their internal state or external environment.”. Supply Chain Management.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

Sometimes I just like to live on the edge, which is definitely a qualifying status for anyone bold enough to make predictions about the future of supply chain operations and management—but I just can’t help myself. The supply chain talent gap will not be a concern in the supply chain of 2028.

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Forto

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Major calendar events are – quite literally – casting their shadows ahead for the supply chain: Golden Week in China, Black Friday and Cyber Monday on November 26 and 29, and of course Christmas holidays and also Chinese New Year are already just a few logistics steps away. Christmas Holidays. Chinese New Year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2021

In a prior post , I wrote about the various ways data is transforming global supply chains. I like the simplicity and clarity of Informatica’s definition of data quality: Data quality refers to the overall utility of a dataset(s) as a function of its ability to be easily processed and analyzed for other uses.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

Standardise and Digitise The key to managing complexity, of course, is to be organised. 2) A need for variants of products that are more suitable for online ordering and shipping than those suited for in-store sales (leak-proof packaging, for example). Try to establish consistency in the identification of your company’s products.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2022

In the run-up to the recent LogiMAT event, Bernard Biolchini ( pictured ), Executive Vice President EMEA at Dematic , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated automation technology , software and services for supply chain optimization, spoke about the new era. Q: Can you give some specific examples?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 13, 2022

In the run-up to LogiMAT, held recently in Stuttgart, we spoke to Bernard Biolchini, Executive Vice President EMEA at Dematic , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated automation technology , software and services for supply chain optimisation, about the new era. Q: Can you give some specific examples?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Many large enterprises use one form or another of a supply chain application to help manage their supply chains. Supply chain vendors have been touting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) for the last several years. AI can refer to several different types of math.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 3, 2022

I had just reviewed KION Group’s financials that showed the Supply Chain Solutions segment (Dematic) grew by 44 percent in 2021. There are many other similar growth examples in warehouse automation. Do they have reason to believe it has run its course? Granted, there are some less impressive statistics as well.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2021

Among the universal challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has imposed upon the supply chain management profession is the question of inventory, specifically, “how much is enough?”. Today, the question is more about how much inventory is sufficient to safeguard the supply chain from disruption. inventory turnover days.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Remanufacturing and refurbishing activities also may be included in the definition of reverse logistics.”. For example, the reverse logistics process includes the management and the sale of surplus as well as returned equipment and machines from the hardware leasing business.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2020

On the front of expanding industries and supply chains, fossil fuels’ predominant role correlates to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As logistics are an integral part of supply chains, they affect the global distribution of goods. Many companies report savings after adopting greener courses of action.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JUNE 16, 2021

History has defined resiliency as being strong and resolute, but the new definition of resiliency will be those who understand vulnerability and prioritize agility. And in this new era of innovation, where increasing supply chain resiliency and agility is key, we cannot stand idle.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 20, 2021

Alas, the reality of the supply chain is that, with so many moving parts, there’s a lot that you can’t control. Manufacturing issues and temperamental weather, for example, are among the top culprits behind shipping delays and things just not going according to plan. More than anyone, we know that ship happens. Listen and Learn.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2021

According to their most recent annual report , a strategic goal for the company includes enhancing their global supply chain. Across their inbound and outbound supply chains the goods are transported by air, ocean, rail, truckload, less-than-truckload, parcel, and even couriers. domestic deliveries every day.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Each type of logistics option involves different levels of supply chain involvement, ranging between handling everything yourself and outsourcing everything. In this case the new supply chain layer to your business model is a professional shipping carrier like UPS, USPS, FedEx, and DHL. So let’s talk PLs 1 – 5.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 3, 2022

Not all of those examples are exactly illustrious, but they do (for the most part) prove that two heads really are better than one. Logistics Service Provider Definition. These services can include transportation, warehousing, distribution, and overall supply chain management. Sounds like a dream come true, right?

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10xLogistics

AUGUST 14, 2016

The topic was a general update on their supply chain however a statement was made that has stuck with me. This is the definition of a true customer centric supply chain. If you own the final mile of the delivery then you definitely have more impact. His answer was clear: " We don't trade off.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

For businesses of all sizes, the digital transformation of supply chain planning became the most important initiative. . Considering this surge in digital transformation and the changing needs of 2021, here are some insights and tips for embarking on Supply Chain Digital Transformation projects. Creating Intelligence.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2022

Of course, that didn’t happen, and this year’s delays are likely going to extend into if not beyond 2022. Ports are currently overwhelmed and there are worker shortages causing gridlock at each stage in the global supply chain due to consequences of the pandemic. Why Are There International Shipping Delays in 2021 ?

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Bettina Bohlmann: Definitely! If managers embrace the idea of giving employees responsibility and decision-making autonomy in their respective areas of expertise – in agile teams, for example – then the parameters can also be defined together. Bohlmann: By eliminating ineffective communication loops, for example.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This is just an example of course, but it’s the perfect one to illustrate how impactful a review on a product page can be. As you merge further into this new year, definitely keep this advice in mind and optimize wherever and whatever you can so that your margins stay as healthy as possible.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 7, 2019

No matter how skilled or credentialed, today’s supply chain managers are hungry to learn—and want a variety of options to choose from. A mere two decades ago, you didn’t need a lot of specialized credentials to embark on a supply chain career. December 10, 2018 | By Tamara Chapman.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series on Supplier Quality Management processes and how to evaluate your suppliers from Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain. Therefore, it is paramount for you as a logistics and supply chain professional to have a keen sense of how to properly evaluate a supplier.

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World Food Programme Logistics

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Photo: WFP/Gabriela Vivacqua “Of course packaging alone cannot fix the issue,” she continues. But for us at WFP it can make a very big difference in terms of how much food reaches people in need rather than being wasted and lost along the supply chain.” How does it do that, though? During emergencies, WFP food saves lives.

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Conger

JULY 20, 2020

Of course not. With lots of options and aggressive marketing for online certification courses, you've probably had this question cross your mind. Now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about what you can expect from online courses. The course will most likely have end-of-section quizzes to test your knowledge.

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10xLogistics

DECEMBER 24, 2017

I generally do not like to comment on something so speculative however Friday ended with a huge bang in the supply chain industry with Amazon and a major retailer apparently thinking of buying XPO logistics. For example, the final mile portion of XPO was created by XPO acquiring a company called 3PD.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

And if you answered no to these questions and are an ecommerce business owner, definitely keep reading because profits and planet preservation can go hand in hand! Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. What is Eco-Friendly Packaging? and many more uses.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

And if you answered no to these questions and are an ecommerce business owner, definitely keep reading because profits and planet preservation can go hand in hand! Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. What is Eco-Friendly Packaging? and many more uses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2022

With over 130 years of experience, Toll has positioned itself as an industry leader in the T&L sector, equipped with the expertise to solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge. Early on in the project, there was a lot of effort that went into understanding Mars Wrigley’s business strategy and its products.

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Freightos

JANUARY 12, 2017

International Air Freight Shipping: Definition. CO2 emissions – Of course, air freight also leads to far more emissions. For example, according to this research , 2 tonnes shipped for 5,000 kilometers by ocean will lead to 150 kg of CO2 emissions, compared to 6,605 kg of CO2 emissions by air. Seasonal shipments.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 6, 2018

Of course, that would be hard to do if the business in question needs to pile on costs just in order to increase its market share. We’ll look at the specific costs involved in defining economies of scale and set out three items which are important in the definition. The modern assembly line is the best example of this.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 12, 2018

The latter data point is pretty telling, especially when factoring in that unemployment is below 4% and many potential truck drive candidates prefer other options like construction, for example, which tends to pay better than driver jobs and comes with the benefit of being home every day after work, something which is not a given behind the wheel.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

For example, commercial activities might be leveraged to provide an operational effect. Global supply chains, now defined by producing commodities as they are required, can be extremely vulnerable to disruption or exhaustion, severely curtailing operations. This is especially the case with respect to logistics activities.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 4, 2016

Yet, understanding these concepts requires a bit more than this simple definition. Of course, there are other factors affecting the American push towards reshoring and nearshoring. Overseas supply chains reduce U.S. In this example, the consumer is paying for a product that was originally manufactured bit by bit overseas.

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Logistics Manager

MAY 1, 2018

As those who work in this logistics and supply chain industry may know, there are ample opportunities where things can go wrong. This is just one example where having a local on the ground person has a big impact on improved service levels for customer satisfaction.”. Training for Future Success. How do you train a new employee?

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