Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

It can be found on almost all corporate and government agendas and gender parity is seen as a hallmark of progress for modern operations. As this stands almost half of those surveyed would not have a programme in operation by 2022 of which some may take many years to start having a tangible impact. Why is this the case?

Supply Chain Software 36

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 36

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

It can be found on almost all corporate and government agendas and gender parity is seen as a hallmark of progress for modern operations. As this stands almost half of those surveyed would not have a programme in operation by 2022 of which some may take many years to start having a tangible impact. Why is this the case?

Supply Chain Software 36

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 36

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

A growing number of European warehouse and distribution centre operators see driverless forklift truck technology as the optimum solution to the staff recruitment and employment cost challenges they are facing, writes Jason Zhang, VisionNav Robotics ’ Head of Sales – Europe.

Supply Chain Design Software 60

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 21, 2022

Despite the accelerating speed of IoT adoption over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, improvements are still needed to draw the optimum benefits from the technology. The post Greater insight drives IoT adoption appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. This is where satellite IoT connectivity can play a key role.

Cost Reduction 36

Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chains 36

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Of course, it is helpful to have some statistics on hand to validate the statement above. 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 Design Software 122

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction 122

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 4, 2020

International freight and logistics insurer, TT Club warns of the additional risk this is bringing operators. Security is clearly the most dominant of the risk issues as operators seek alternative storage,” comments Michael Yarwood (above) , Managing Director Loss Prevention at TT Club.

Cargo 36

Cargo Industry Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 36

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

Of course, it is helpful to have some statistics on hand to validate the statement above. 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 Design Software 118

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction 118

Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

During the course of ongoing health and safety surveys across the site (with continuous site improvements ensuring that the workforce is kept as safe as possible), Pladis identified 2 key ‘pinch points’ within their extensive warehouse operations. The post Taking the Biscuit appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Materials Handling 28

Materials Handling Trucking Handling Survey 28

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

Of course, the human controlling capacity for actual AI is still far from realistic, but the concept of a superior AI did make strides this year. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains.

Manufacturing Procurement 65

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions 65

247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

A recent series of surveys conducted by a prominent industry think tank indicates that the current state of global logistics is characterized by extreme urgency and the pressure to deliver above and beyond—regardless of mode. In each case, innovation and disruption was regarded as a “double-edged” sword.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 28

Logistics Network Optimization Software Global logistics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 28

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Challenges from Covid to Brexit, driver shortages to microchip shortages, eCommerce to ethical consumerism, mean that businesses are having to learn, change and adapt their logistics operations at great speed, and often in areas where they lack high-level skills and expertise. Typically, an interim assignment will be for six months or less.

Buyer Training 58

Buyer Training Cost Reduction Scenario Planning Expense Reduction 58

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2014

It seems that every now and then new buzzwords pop up, whether in newspapers and magazines (yes, they still exist), the Internet and everyday conversations with people. If you own or operate a business and have taken the position that you can no longer grow your business because of the ACA, you are guaranteeing success for your competitors.

Blog 90

Blog Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Waste Reduction 90

GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

These people touch every part of daily operations through a process called managing by DAILY improvement (MDI). You use a Voice of the Customer (VoC) survey to obtain negatives and positives from your customers. These metrics would, of course, be aligned and are updated every hour. What are our pros/cons? that has no end.

Manufacturing Procurement 54

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 54

247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

These players have teamed with the terminal operators DP World, Hutchison Ports, PSA International Pte Ltd, and Shanghai International Port in the formation of the GSBN. and Sparx Logistic to chart its own blockchain course by introducing paperless documentation. A number of prominent freight intermediaries don’t think it will.

Capacity 28

Capacity Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Trends 28

247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

Improved internal processes are, of course, helpful, but today’s competitive landscape is being redrawn by forwarders which are putting shippers’ needs first. Among the report’s key findings was that forwarders that quote manually took 57 hours on average—an improvement on previous surveys, but still 20th century performance.

Freight forwarding 28

Freight forwarding Supply Chain Planning Software Freight Sourcing Strategies 28

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2021

Now, of course, parcels are a daily occurrence, and our attitude towards packaging is somewhat different – more enlightened. Surveys show that up to half of consumers rate grossly oversized packages among the things they really don’t like about Internet shopping. And if you don’t believe surveys, just look on social media.

Waste Reduction 69

Waste Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Packaging 69

247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

According to Clark, a TMS should be adept at connecting to multiple freight matching marketplaces and online logistics communities so that the shipper organization can match orders with capacity from more brokers, small independent trucking firms and fleet operators. Control towers get smart.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 28

Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 8, 2022

Indeed, a recent survey found that nearly half of beverage distributors consider the shrinking labour pool to be the biggest threat to the smooth running of their supply chains. Of course, like other sectors, the beverage industry is also dealing with the fall-out from the pandemic and the surge in e-commerce sales.

Supply Chain Software 61

Supply Chain Software Automation Material Savings Cost Reduction 61

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The operation will typically be highly automated, focused on efficiency and moving inventory in bulk. Problems can therefore arise when a DTC capability is introduced and a consumer orders a single packet of biscuits, lipstick or pair of trainers, Many warehouses are simply not ready or prepared to operate like this.

Modeling Software 73

Modeling Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction 73

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2022

They could of course do both – cutting back on eating out, for example, reducing hospitality trade demand, but investing more in entertaining at home and thus buying more groceries. But again, this isn’t necessarily a facility that makes sense to operate all year round. appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Cost Reduction 62

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 62

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Per Fortune Magazine , this was the most successful shopping holiday in history. Of course, none of this would be possible without improved self-service features, as explained by “The Impact of B2B E-Commerce on Manufacturers and Distributors,” and comprehensive, easy-to-integrate platforms. By 2018, 1.3 Most jobs lost in the U.S.

Trends 78

Trends Industry Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 78

247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 21, 2019

Of course, West Coast ports may see short-term volume adjustments from trade policies due to concentrated trade with the Asia-Pacific region, a trend observed in the second quarter and third quarter of 2018. A recent survey conducted by the on-line forwarder iContainers lists the 10 ports U.S. Positive expectations. GDP in 2019.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 28

247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 30, 2019

About two weeks ago, I thought it would be a good idea to send out a research “blast” survey to LM readers about the Federal Government shutdown, which was in its third week at that time. And consumer confidence, which can be viewed as somewhat of a “quirky” indicator, also stumbled to low levels over the course of the shutdown.

Government 28

Government Survey Operations Material Savings 28

GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2017

At the close of 2016, the 21 st Annual Third-Party Logistics Study found the overall use of third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) is increasing, but the types of logistics services utilized indicate the industry is entering a shift in how it operates. 3PLs and Shippers Report Positive Partnership Outcomes. 3PLs are changing globally.

Study 75

Study Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 75

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2017

Per GT Nexus , 75 percent of executives surveyed recognized the digital supply chain as an important factor for the next five years. Technology will only delivery […] if it’s implemented with strategy and operations that adhere to best practices.”. What’s Next?

Supply Chain Software 79

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Optimal Sourcing Digital 79

247 Customs Broker

APRIL 3, 2018

operating ratio for last year. Note: Revenue for LTL operations only, unless otherwise indicated and includes Canadian operations. Not all will go to the LTL unit, of course, but it’s indicative of the investments carriers are making. Oak Harbor Freight Lines. Ward Trucking. Total Top 25 LTL Carriers. All the right moves.

Trucking 28

Trucking Price Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction 28