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RFID Case Study: Can a Supply Chain be Digitised?

Logistics Business Magazine

Experts from German RFID specialist Kathrein Solutions say yes: The global market is setting new standards for a more intelligent supply chain. A Stuttgart-based automotive manufacturer wanted to lead the way regarding digitisation and introduced RFID [1] as the basic infrastructure technology in its manufacturing plant.

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Concealed Freight Damage: NMFTA Changes Reporting Window Effective April 18, 2015

GlobalTranz

Since third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially those involved in order fulfillment and shipping processes, have a duty to ensure accuracy and delivery of merchandise, the NMTA®’s decision to reduce the reporting time frame will greatly impact the course of business. Full Concealed Freight Damage Legalese Below.

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What You Need to Consider Before Relocating Your Manufacturing Plant

GlobalTranz

Barcode, RFID and NFC labels and tags are more affordable than ever and can help you achieve peace of mind through asset tracking. Of course, there will also likely be times when some of your equipment and other assets won’t be ready for the transition right away or at the same time. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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Blockchain Technology is Set to Transform the Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

RFID-driven Contract Bids and Execution. RFID tags are commonly used in supply chain to store information about products. RFID tags for cartons or pallets store information on delivery location and date. Blockchain of course, is still an emerging technology and is, therefore, not without its share of potential issues.

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Freight Consolidation and Deconsolidation in Shipping

Forto

Of course, any consolidation strategy will increase the amount of risk present, but the benefits outweigh the potential dangers in consolidation. Of course, shippers retain the option of consolidating freight into LTL and full truckload shipments before contacting a freight forwarder. Poor Organization and Planning.

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No Supply Chain Strategy? Here’s How to Develop One

Logistics Bureau

As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. Will barcode tracking prove satisfactory for the needs of your new strategy, or will you need to upgrade to RFID? Include Your New KPIs in Your Strategy Document.

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7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management

Logistics Bureau

Supply Chain Cost Management Results: By the time Starbucks had completed its transformation program, it had saved more than $500 million over the course of 2009 and 2010, of which a large proportion came out of the supply chain, according to Peter Gibbons, then Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain Operations. Procurement analysis.