Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 7, 2022

Difficulty tracking their ESG progress due to a lack of data. Complexities integrating data from across global supply chains. Joan Lim is director of product marketing at Oracle and leads go-to-market strategy for Oracle Cloud Logistics solutions, covering transportation, global trade, and warehouse management.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Barriers to implementing a sustainable strategy include the difficulty in proving the business case. We live in an era where data can deliver easily trackable progress and actionable insights for decisions and improvements in real time.” This was well above 31% looking to reduce environmental impact. “We In the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

To actually realize the promise of end-to-end visibility and control over our incredibly complex supply chain networks, we need really big picture thinking — particularly when it comes to the supply chain data networks that serve as the foundation for true digital transformation. Numbers matter when it comes to supply chain data networks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The SSI Schaefer Group, a German family-owned company established more than 85 years ago and a leading international solution provider for all segments of the intralogistics industry, reported an order intake of EUR 1.74 billion (-12.2%) for the fiscal year 2022, according to preliminary figures. Sales revenues dropped by 5.1%

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2024

It is essentially a battle royale of misery (in comedic form), and the winner will be the lead singer of the newly formed pop group. To resolve these allegations, Drizly later agreed to tighten security and limit data collection. Red Sea news: Air freight rates could spike as Red Sea attacks disrupt shipments Global trade drops 1.3%

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Stord

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

For any company focused on ensuring a physical product gets manufactured or acquired, transported, packaged and delivered on time to an end user, being on top of the latest technologies and understanding how they can be integrated into your business flow is key. Data and data-related technologies are primed to make a large impact.

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Stord

JANUARY 11, 2022

Stord’s team works with hundreds of companies every day to drive efficiencies and optimize their operations across a range of freight, warehousing, fulfillment and packaging requirements. So what are some of the biggest challenges facing supply chain professionals today? This is a huge headwind hindering margin improvements for brands.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

UPS dominated business and trade headlines for a day in late January when the world’s largest package delivery company announced plans to cut 12,000 full- and part-time management jobs as part of a new initiative called “Fit to Serve.” What stood out even more was the “subhead” of UPS’ announcement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2023

It’s taking semiconductor firms more than twice as long as their peers in other industries to hire personnel such as technicians or mechanical engineers, with the typical process stretching to about three months, according to an analysis of the top 50 chip producers in the US by Revelio Labs, a labor-market data analyst. FedEx, the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy. Do You Lack Confidence in Your Pricing Strategies? If not, your pricing strategies could inadvertently limit your profit margins , either by throttling revenue or gifting sales to your competitors. Are You Missing Opportunities in Pricing Strategy?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2024

For several years now, the e-commerce giant has been developing what it describes as a “multimodal AI model” called the Package Decision Engine. Those images are then matched with a natural language processing of text-based description of the product, plus other quantitative data to match the item with its ideal shipping solution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The initiative involves placing RFID tags on packages and wearable devices on employees to eliminate manual scans, reduce misloads, and accelerate parcel throughput in the delivery giant’s warehouses. The smart package program also aims to improve the customer experience by slashing the rate of packages placed in the wrong delivery vehicle.

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Locus

MARCH 27, 2024

Mix it up with omnichannel Omnichannel retailing , the strategy that integrates all shopping channels like online or in-store isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cost-saving revolution for retail businesses. In essence, omnichannel strategies turn logistical challenges into advantages, making deliveries more efficient and cost-effective.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

If you’re an ecommerce business owner who is considering opening one or more brick-and-mortar locations, read on for some of the advantages this strategy might offer your brand. Plus, customers don’t have to pay to ship the package back and they get an immediate solution to their problem, whether that’s an exchange or refund.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Read also: How to Make Reverse Packaging Logistics More Efficient? Effective logistics planning is becoming more than simply a strategy; in 2024, it will be essential to a company’s success. Given these challenges, it seems sensible to factor in the deployment of WMS and OMS systems in your logistics strategy for 2024.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Combine this with the fascination in industry for “big data” and you have a recipe for a specialised, cloud-based archiving language. That went something like this: We asked in the Operations Manager LinkedIn Group: What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics? Terminology is important.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 1, 2023

When it comes to manufacturing high-quality fashion, Walbusch Group relies on Polymax Group, among others. Three stories, large windows, white facade: From the outside, the Polymax Group factory in the Chinese coastal city of Ningbo could also be located somewhere in Germany. He feels at home in China.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

This is one of the conclusions from the recent study “Personal luxury: Supply Chain challenges & how to prepare for the future”, developed by Arvato Supply Chain Solutions in cooperation with the international strategy consultancy Roland Berger. Additionally, speed and punctuality in last mile delivery are essential.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

Synergy’s Group CEO Rich Pirrotta said: “We view this recognition as testament to our continued ability and determination to deliver superior technology, agile solutions, and value to match our clients’ unique and challenging needs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Edward Napier-Fenning, Sales & Marketing Director of leading supply chain software company Balloon , explores five key areas that can boost performance – including route planning, picking, labour management reporting and data entry. Quite suddenly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Over the years, Amazon’s strategy to tackle counterfeit goods focused on providing data to law enforcement and taking aggressive enforcement actions against counterfeit sellers. Separately, the company said in the past year, Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit sued or referred for investigation over 1,300 criminals in the U.S.,

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2023

A forward-thinking process analysis and strategy are essential to implementing intelligent transport management software. By merging their services in this field, the companies have created a powerful package that boosts the agility and resilience of supply chains.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 3, 2018

Through DHL’s unique family of divisions Deutsche Post DHL Group is the most international company worldwide, present across 220 countries and territories and online retailers are able to leverage the Group’s strong global footprint for their e-commerce retail strategy. www.dpdhl.com.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Supply chains must be connected and collaborative so all links can align to business strategy and oriented toward a common set of the most important metrics (and not functional metrics that drive siloed behavior). ENISA cites the biggest risk from suppliers’ code, but data and internal processes are a risk as well.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 27, 2023

While “going with it” is an acceptable strategy for some areas of the holidays; it’s not a strong plan for ecommerce brands during peak season. Our full ecommerce article on calculating reorder points has in-depth descriptions for gathering the data you need for these formulas.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

Packaging experts working across the automotive industry are continually looking for better visibility when tracking the container and its contents to the point of delivery and back. . BMW’s ‘connected supply chain’ initiative, which envisions using ‘smart packaging’ to capture significant data throughout the logistics chain, is another.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

We’re serious about cre-ating data transparency for all and combining visibility with execution will enable our cus-tomers to continuously improve their operations and open a whole new set of innovation potentials to all of us! After this time, Transporeon is committed to making a further investment by offering highly competitive pricing.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Changes in ownership invariably trigger reviews of business strategies and consequent reassessment of whether the right skills and expertise are in place to achieve the new goals. In parallel with this market activity, we are seeing a marked upswing in recruitment for senior and middle-ranking logistics and supply chain posts in the sector.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 13, 2021

At its Annual General Meeting, KION Group reflected on a financial year in which the Group managed to navigate the coronavirus pandemic in robust shape: “The KION Group has remained on course even through choppy waters. In early March 2020, the KION Group developed and implemented a package of health and safety measures.

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Locus

MARCH 4, 2024

By integrating TMS into their operations, retailers can not only improve efficiency but also drive innovation and make data-informed decisions that enhance their overall supply chain strategy. Package Sorting: Retailers that rely on captive fleet likely need to hire personnel to sort packages at the warehouse.

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Logistics in War

MAY 23, 2020

Digital transformation is impacting Australia’s major seaports, supermarket chains, package distribution, construction industry and even deep into our homes. That end of our logistic bridge needs to start transforming. The Australian national support base is changing. Imagine if Defence’s facilities could be like that? electrification.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2021

Supply chain teams in turn can supplement such visibility with “where used” reports that clearly link purchased materials to wherever they get used in the manufacturing and packaging process. Prior to his role at LLamasoft, Dr. Durbha held positions at Kinaxis, JDA Software and i2 Technologies, Inc. He received his Ph.D.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2022

Many of these businesses are asking their suppliers to disclose data on greenhouse-gas emissions. Other speakers include supply chain leaders from companies including Bayer, RHI Magnesita, Henkel, Hoyer Group and Tetra Pak. Sixty-five companies in the S&P 500 had net-zero targets in place prior to the COP26 Summit.

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 26, 2020

These are not typical packages, and at times life-saving deliveries as well. This follows the formation of a dedicated UPS Healthcare unit to connect all global UPS healthcare operations and commercial groups within a single business unit to streamline processes and enable faster turnarounds and decision-making.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2020

A provider of bespoke business services has announced the launch of a Brexit support package that will assist the management of supply chains and support companies whose staff travel to work across the EU. And, the company’s planning and innovation doesn’t stop there.

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Airfreight Logistics

APRIL 17, 2020

These are not typical packages, and at times life-saving deliveries as well. This follows the formation of a dedicated UPS Healthcare unit to connect all global UPS healthcare operations and commercial groups within a single business unit to streamline processes and enable faster turnarounds and decision-making.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2022

USPS is raising rates on packages during the holiday season. Grocery trade group prepares for 2023 launch of stricter food tracing regulations. Retail customers will see increases ranging from 30 cents to more than $6, depending on the weight of the package and the distance it must travel. Walmart’s supply chain woes.

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