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Logistics Contractors and strategic logistics advantage in US military operations

Logistics in War

iii] The deliberate divestment of military logistic capabilities has necessitated that the US use contracted and host nation support for a number of logistic related services in combat operations. Contractors enable combat forces to concentrate on core military activities and focus on the development of warfighting capabilities. [x]

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The Forecasting Accuracy Bugaboo

Logistics Viewpoints

Demand forecasts are improved with access to downstream data (point of sale, Nielsen retail data, and access to competitor promotion schedules). Other external data, like industry data or economic data, is used for other types of forecasts. forecasting product sales at 10,000 stores.

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Rugged Tablets with Built-in 60-ft Range

Logistics Business Magazine

The new long-range asset tracking capabilities within the DT362GL and DT382GL have been purpose-built for utility, military and other industrial warehouse environments. In utility, military and other warehouse environments, asset tags can be located 30-40 feet from the ground or located in hard-to-reach areas.

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How much stuff is enough?

Logistics in War

Consequently, I read with fascinated interest David Beaumont’s recent post “ Toilet Paper and Total War ”, which unfortunately also refreshed a number of other instances in recent history where competition for limited resources to support military activities led to a series of unintended consequences.

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Building AI to Unlearn Bias in Recruiting

Research shows that the hiring process is biased and unfair. While we have made progress to solve this, it’s potentially at risk due to advancements in AI technology. This eBook covers these issues & shows you how AI can ensure workplace diversity.

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Nobel Peace Prize: Mapping app enables WFP to navigate conflict and climate shocks in Afghanistan

World Food Programme Logistics

The tool has been instrumental in supporting operations and access negotiations in Afghanistan,” says Robert Kasca, acting Country Director for WFP in Afghanistan. “In In today’s highly complex operations theatre, we cannot imagine working without modern mapping tools anymore.” It marks a move away from military escorts?—?which

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Six strategic challenges for Defence logistics

Logistics in War

You may remember his leadership insights from the post ‘Surviving your time as a military logistician’. The use of ‘big data’ and ‘cloud’-based applications is becoming increasing prevalent as customers and suppliers understand the possibilities.