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Cold Storage Warehouse Fire Safety

Logistics Business Magazine

From a feasibility point of view however, cold storage is substantially more complicated and more expensive than dry storage because of the regulations around refrigerated freight. So as the demand for refrigerated products grows, so does the need for better fire safety. With special attention paid to vulnerable areas.

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What is Supply Chain Resilience?

GlobalTranz

For example, many supply chain resiliency plans may have considered a health crisis in which organizations and key partners face lower-than-normal staffing levels. For example, hand sanitizer sales spiked 313% during one week in February 2020, according to reports from Nielsen. Embracing technology is part of that solution.

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Delivery: A New Moment of Truth

Talking Logistics

Of course, delivery has always been part of the order fulfillment process, but it’s only been in recent years that it has emerged from the shadows, from being a cost center and a back-end process to becoming a competitive differentiator and a key driver of customer experience. I’ll give you a quick personal example.

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Crisis-proof, customer-centric logistics in times of global pandemic

Forto

In China, trucks are at a standstill, goods are stranded in the country’s transhipment centers, and (refrigerated) containers are missing. How do we at FreightHub meet this Corona challenge and what measures have we taken to support our customers? What communication strategy should logistics companies rely on in times of crisis?

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Analytics in Distribution and Manufacturing Taking Center Stage

GlobalTranz

For example, operations managers may use advanced analytics to analyze historical data of prices for raw materials, identify trends in raw material availability and accommodate changes to make the most efficient use of these resources. Analytics can improve upon any process in distribution and manufacturing.

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Is a 3PL Service Provider Right for Your Company? 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

GlobalTranz

Stonyfield Farm , for example, produces a variety of yogurts from their New Hampshire-based facility. Question 3: Will using a 3PL service provider allow you to enhance your core competencies to meet your company’s goals? Action step: Draw parallels between the service you wish to outsource and the goal it will meet.

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Preparing Your Home for Extreme Weather: A Guide for People With Disabilities

WorkWave

Of course, this will vary depending on individual needs. For example, your passwords, keys, or schedule may have changed. Medication needs during evacuations: Administration tools and techniques; Dosage and instructions; Extra doses; Refrigeration, if applicable. Emergency Preparedness Kits.