Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 3, 2022

I had just reviewed KION Group’s financials that showed the Supply Chain Solutions segment (Dematic) grew by 44 percent in 2021. Similarly, a Honeywell investor presentation stated that its Intelligrated business grew by approximately 50 percent in 2021. There are many other similar growth examples in warehouse automation.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 1, 2022

In the run-up to the recent LogiMAT event, Bernard Biolchini ( pictured ), Executive Vice President EMEA at Dematic , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated automation technology , software and services for supply chain optimization, spoke about the new era. Q: Can you give some specific examples?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 13, 2022

In the run-up to LogiMAT, held recently in Stuttgart, we spoke to Bernard Biolchini, Executive Vice President EMEA at Dematic , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated automation technology , software and services for supply chain optimisation, about the new era. Q: Can you give some specific examples?

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 30, 2022

With the current supply chain struggles, day-to-day cargo has increased in complexity more than average. Collectively, we hope that these examples and explanations will serve to educate as you venture into the crazy world of project logistics. Customers have misconceptions of how fast project cargo can move.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The unprecedented cargo logjams off the southern California coast wreaking havoc on supply chains show no signs of waning. Despite the epic supply chain problems, some companies have taken big steps to profitably meet consumer demand leading up to and during the busy holiday season.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The tasks associated with the delivery of raw materials are handled by inbound logistics or supply logistics to guarantee their availability throughout the production process. Given that it is a subject that every businessperson should be knowledgeable about, it is a crucial logistics function in the supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

3 Steps to Improved Reverse Logistics Three of the most critical tasks in managing returned inventory are determining which products should, or should not, be accepted as returns, calculating the cost of returns, and establishing a definitive course of action based on the condition of each item and the policies that apply to it.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 16, 2020

has identified what it considers to be the top 8 supply chain technology trends in 2020. Analysts have selected strategic supply chain technology trends that have a high potential for positive impact on people, performance and industries. Gartner, Inc.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2018

This resounding trial and win signifies a new way shippers will be able to compete in the global market, speeding delivery of international shipments, enhancing existing supply chain operations, and more. In other words, the technology will continue to present challenges until its use becomes a standard in global and domestic trade.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Supply chains are ‘strangling strategy’, with the movement of commodities so significant an issue that logistics is securitising. [1] This paper presents the exemplar concept of national support as an approach upon which a future civil-military relationship in Australia is based.

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10xLogistics

AUGUST 14, 2016

The best presentation I have seen in a long time was given last year at the CSCMP Annual Conference and it was given by Amazon. The topic was a general update on their supply chain however a statement was made that has stuck with me. This is the definition of a true customer centric supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 11, 2019

As recently as 2014, for example, “the average publicly traded manufacturing firm received over 25% of its revenue from large buyers, up from 10% in the early 1980s.”. The good news is that a lot of what customers are looking for, both new and old, can be found from within your supply chain. Walmart is a prime example of this.

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Airfreight Logistics

JUNE 18, 2019

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) who represent all segments of the air freight supply chain have recently announced they have created a new working group to devise and launch a new Sustainability Program for the air cargo industry. “All this can only be done in synergetic collaboration with all industry players.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Try as you might, it’s virtually impossible to control all aspects of the eCommerce supply chain, and there’s no better example of that than what we’ve witnessed in the whirlwind that has been 2020. If there are solutions or compromises, present them. See, your online store is reliant on many moving parts.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 18, 2017

And, as if choreographed, speakers from startups, carriers, and forwarders brought up example after another of where the forces of change are finally breaking through. That was my big take from Elevate , presented by Air Cargo World earlier this month. Real-time resource scheduling that turns “supply chain” into “demand chain”.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 3, 2012

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. View all Infosys blogs. Features & Opinions. |.

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Morai Logistics

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

This award was presented to 1005 noteworthy women with achievements in leadership positions in the private, public and not-for-profit sector. This recognition further demonstrates women’s ability to break barriers of inequality, while showing by example, the possibilities for aspiring women and underrepresented social groups.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Bettina Bohlmann: Definitely! If managers embrace the idea of giving employees responsibility and decision-making autonomy in their respective areas of expertise – in agile teams, for example – then the parameters can also be defined together. Bohlmann: By eliminating ineffective communication loops, for example.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 15, 2022

If you’re an eCommerce merchant that sells heavier goods, definitely investigate your shipping carrier thoroughly because the speed with which your products reach buyers, and the condition they reach those buyers, is crucial to customer satisfaction and, thus, the growth of your business. Dimensional Weight.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

And seeing how they impact your shipping timelines and shipping costs, the topic of Shipping Zones definitely needs to be explored. The United States, for example, is broken down into Zones 1 – 8 for domestic shipments. Our UK fulfillment center, for example, provides direct access to the British Isles and all of Europe.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 27, 2023

2-Day shipping , for example, is a great service you can provide to your customers! Safety stock is extra inventory you keep on hand to fill orders during an unexpected surge in demand or a supply chain delay. For example, our 3PL fulfillment platform and Virtual Carrier Network. Hence the term “safety stock.”

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Procurement is what sets entire supply chains and their organisations in motion. For example, how would you deal with the following situations in procurement? You are responsible for the procurement of janitorial supplies for your mid-sized company. Read on for more about these examples in the text that follows.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

Example—In the case of a lost or undeliverable package, a customer-first ecommerce merchant can step up to the plate immediately by contacting the shipping carrier to determine the cause of the problem and sharing this information with buyers so they know when to expect delivery or reshipment.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 6, 2012

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. View all Infosys blogs. Features & Opinions. |.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 7, 2019

No matter how skilled or credentialed, today’s supply chain managers are hungry to learn—and want a variety of options to choose from. A mere two decades ago, you didn’t need a lot of specialized credentials to embark on a supply chain career. December 10, 2018 | By Tamara Chapman.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 29, 2018

While earlier restricted to chatbots accessed via messaging apps for shopping, the definition of Conversational Commerce has significantly expanded with the arrival of voice-based personal assistants, presenting brands with an opportunity to build greater intimacy with their customers,” according to an article from Capgemini.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

Do you carefully unwrap presents with the hope of reusing that same paper on a future gift? And if you answered no to these questions and are an ecommerce business owner, definitely keep reading because profits and planet preservation can go hand in hand! What is Eco-Friendly Packaging? and many more uses.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 14, 2023

Do you carefully unwrap presents with the hope of reusing that same paper on a future gift? And if you answered no to these questions and are an ecommerce business owner, definitely keep reading because profits and planet preservation can go hand in hand! What is Eco-Friendly Packaging? and many more uses.

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AIMMS

JULY 10, 2018

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. To illustrate the type of passengers we work with, I think it’s best if I recall some examples from my pilot years. Those are very touching examples. Definitely time savings, especially when we’re so busy this time of year.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 12, 2018

The latter data point is pretty telling, especially when factoring in that unemployment is below 4% and many potential truck drive candidates prefer other options like construction, for example, which tends to pay better than driver jobs and comes with the benefit of being home every day after work, something which is not a given behind the wheel.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2016

Editor's Note: Take it from us, a transportation management solutions provider, who understands the question we've all asked: "Who on earth will find manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, shipping, and transportation management content interesting? I am talking about two different definitions of truth here. Here’s why.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 6, 2018

This is just one example of how the convergence of humans and robots could play out in the warehouse and distribution center (DC) of the future. Norm Saenz , managing director at supply chain consultancy St. employers more than $60 billion annually, according to the U.S. Managing complexities, overcoming challenges.

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Morai Logistics

JUNE 5, 2019

A recent halt in market growth for retail leader Adidas, reminds organizations about the importance to assess their supply chain excellence strategies. According to Supply Chain Dive Supply Chain Dive Supply Chain Dive, Adidas will see a stunt in market growth this year for their North American.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Elenjickal noted that over the last 36 months, supply chains have become more complex than ever before. This leads supply chains to continue to operate in silos, rather than in a connected manner. As a result, supply chains continue to be wasteful when looking at time, inefficiencies, and emissions.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. Plus, for example, we say a single customer can move around 500 containers a year, but a freight forwarder with a healthy roster of customers can move 100,000 containers a year. Well, a freight forwarder negotiates rates on your behalf, knowing the market.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

As a supply chain director, manager, or boss of a multinational corporation, where the supply chain is an integral part of your business, supply chain cost reductions are always at the forefront of your team’s mind. Vendor Managed Inventory Model for Supply Chain Cost Reductions.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 25, 2023

There are various definitions of reverse logistics, which generally focus on the collection, disassembly, and processing of used products or materials to maximize their value and sustainable use. Being said this, we can find a clear example of reverse logistic with The Coca-Cola company.

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