Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Progress, yes, but not nearly enough.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Progress, yes, but not nearly enough.

Supply Chain Software 36

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 36

Bringg

MARCH 24, 2021

A supply chain encompasses all steps in transferring products from the manufacturer to the end customer. Studying the market is vital at this phase. According to a recent survey, only 15% of companies reported having either automated reporting or conveyance processes, and another 46% plan on automating reporting in the near future.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: Top 5 Inventory Insights ,” based on research conducted by Adelante SCM and LEGACY Supply Chain Services with input from nearly 100 supply chain professionals from retail, manufacturing, and logistics service providers companies in the United States and Canada.

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Optimal Sourcing Inventory Nodes Manufacturing Procurement 28

Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

As it is with most problems there is a lack of a clear and concise definition, according to an MIT study which conducted a survey of the apparel industry only to find wildly different results. The study showed that consumers place a higher value in a company that can prove the ethical treatment of their workers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The company sources goods from 34,000 suppliers out of 30 nations. Products, of course, can be picked up at the branches. Their associate engagement survey allows Ferguson to understand the driver’s impacting engagement across their 31,000 employees. 56% of employees surveyed were engaged. Across the US, Ferguson has 6.5

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of computer chips, Intel needs little introduction. Deere & Company.

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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.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of computer chips, Intel needs little introduction. Deere & Company.

Cost Reduction 65

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 65

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2021

According to one survey , only 27% of leaders believe that they have the talent needed to meet current supply chain performance requirements. AGCO is an agricultural equipment manufacturer. Ronan Stephens is the senior vice president of supply chain management and external manufacturing at Ipsen.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

In its simplest form, fourth-party logistics is a model in which manufacturers hand over the entirety of the organisation and oversight of their supply chain to a 4PL provider. the digitisation of manufacturing. This outsourcing allows the company to focus on its core manufacturing business and higher-value projects.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 23, 2017

We work with a lot of manufacturing companies and one of the questions we get most often is 'Why do we need to blog'? Often followed by 'How do we blog for manufacturing'? So now we know what a blog is but why is manufacturing blogging a great idea and not a waste of time: To Help People. A word about what a blog is.

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The Logistics Academy

JUNE 29, 2017

An electronic chair in a dentist’s office tells the manufacturer it’s time to perform preventive maintenance. billion in 2016, according to a BI Global Intelligence survey. Radwell International sells new and surplus equipment used in manufacturing plants and facilities maintenance. By 2021, 22.5 LIFT TRUCK NETWORK.

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3PL Links

JULY 7, 2023

The Role of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management | Image source: Pixabay This article describes the transformation that data analysis and the supply chain are fostering and how it will impact business intelligence. One can relate human capital, technology, new manufacturing tools, management, etc. as a definition of value.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2018

The digitalisation of manufacturing and logistics processes underpinning that export-based growth is developing in a number of different areas at different rates in Mexico. The question becomes, when you have all these sources of unpredictability and variability, how do you really leapfrog to the next level?

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Turvo

JUNE 10, 2020

The study found that 41% of respondents were investing in automation at a faster clip in response to the crisis, with another 43% of business leaders saying they will speed up investments in digital and technology once some normality has returned. Few areas of the supply chain are more susceptible than sourcing strategies.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

According to the findings from the “26th Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends (Masters of Logistics)”, more companies are beginning to understand that new business models and new competition in the field are changing customer expectations. Cost is, of course, another important aspect of running a successful business.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Confusing Strategic with Single (Sourcing). Single sourcing is a supply chain trend which can easily lead to mistakes for small and medium-sized businesses, especially if it’s chosen as a strategy without regard to the potential risks. It’s certainly something to consider if you currently maintain a single-sourcing strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Confusing Strategic with Single (Sourcing). Single sourcing is a supply chain trend which can easily lead to mistakes for small and medium-sized businesses, especially if it’s chosen as a strategy without regard to the potential risks. It’s certainly something to consider if you currently maintain a single-sourcing strategy.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Inventory Reduction 62

247 Customs Broker

APRIL 19, 2018

“The dire predictions that robots are going to take our jobs are overstated,” said Susan Lund, co-author of the study for McKinsey, adding “There will be enough jobs for everyone in most sectors.” Even within the scope of the term robot, there are many types: • Robots of all sorts used in manufacturing.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 5, 2018

Early on, Sheffi describes the multiple sources of pressure – sometimes rather ruthlessly executed – pushing companies towards sustainability. And of course most can’t. Of course, consumer brand companies are especially at risk from being tarred with an anti-sustainability brush.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2020

The Coronavirus pandemic has raised concerns over China sourcing, accelerating the trend in businesses around the world seeking secondary sourcing countries. Heading the list of alternative manufacturing hubs are Vietnam, India, Thailand, and Mexico. Why SMEs May Lead a Shift Away from China Sourcing.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2016

Using AI driven product nature of being and smart attributes, data can be structured to support the needs of ERP applications as well as strategic sourcing and Value Analysis activities , all from one data set. Gelernter observes that the mind operates in different ways through the course of each day.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2015

Throughout the course of business, there will be a series of recurring updates for equipment, software, and materials. Reverse Logistics allows businesses to recoup a portion of the original purchase price of this equipment. Alternatively, the same item may be sold to discount stores at a portion of the original cost-of-manufacture.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Every year, in our annual MH&L Salary Survey , we ask readers to identify the biggest challenge they face in their jobs, and every year they tell us the same thing: finding, developing and retaining talent. We’ll be watching this technology closely as drone manufacturers add capabilities necessary for various warehouse applications.

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