Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2021

During a year when e-commerce sales skyrocketed, the global pandemic impacted supply chains around the globe, and transportation capacity contracted across most modes, while companies worked to get their logistics strategies realigned with this “new normal” operating environment.

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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] 2] The integration between military and civilian sources of logistics and support are now extolled as underpinning the ADF’s ability to respond to crises in the future. [3].

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Theme 2: Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies. Supply chain and logistics professionals can expect 2023 to be a transition year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. And now on to this week’s logistics news. The post This Week in Logistics News (February 25 – March 4) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

It is definitely a bittersweet time of year. And now on to this week’s logistics news: Amazon in the news: Amazon closes, abandons plans for dozens of U.S. There is good news and bad news for the trucking industry. The good news is that there is more interest from people in joining the industry. warehouses.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The peak season definition is a continued evolution of the seasons in transportation. The survey detailed by DC Velocity further found that up to “51% of industry professionals expect 2022 peak season to be worse than 2021, while 26% say it will be “less chaotic,” and 22% expect about the same level of “chaos” as last year.” .

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

As core markets are becoming increasingly saturated, and product margins are under pressure, companies are aligning their supply chain strategies to meet their customers’ heightened expectations. Service type activities already make up from one-third to more than one-half of manufacturing employment in some industries.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

The premier conference and exhibition is a key maritime and logistics event dedicated exclusively to the breakbulk, project cargo, heavy lift and Ro-Ro sectors. This event provides a unique opportunity for attendees to showcase innovative technology, overcome industry challenges and build relationships based on trust.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Consultants take a proven approach to help with all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. Although this is definitely an integral part of consulting, there are multiple facets to consider. This is not about having someone come and tell you what your strategy should be though.

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Logistics in War

MAY 23, 2020

In his seminal work, Logistics in the National Defense , Henry Eccles writes: “Logistics is the bridge between our national economy and the actual operations of our combat forces in the field.” That end of our logistic bridge needs to start transforming. By Peter Layton. The Australian national support base is changing.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

According to a study conducted by IBM and National Retail Federation (NRF), the retail and consumer goods industry is designating intelligent automation, also known as artificial intelligence, as the future of supply chain. Definitely not. How Intelligent Automation Will Benefit Logistics. What more is required?

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Locus

MAY 25, 2022

Here are seven key strategies that they have used to make it happen. Consistently failIng to do so means definitely losing their confidence, which reduces your revenue, and a decline in profitability. – Retail speaks: Seven imperatives for the US retail industry, Mckinsey, 2020. – Statista, U.S. 2021, Statista.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Logistics is the stored potential of a military force, and industry is the battery from which energy is drawn. For Army to be successful operationally, the integration of logistics and industry is vital. Industry is where logistics begins. ADBR can be found at www.adbr.com.au.

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Turvo

JULY 30, 2021

When considering onboarding a new TMS platform, managers need to carefully consider the primary functions of transportation management systems in logistics that they will want and need to implement. The Top Functions of a Transportation Management System in Logistics Include Route Optimization. It Tracks Shipments From Cradle to Grave.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

In place of long paper trails and maintenance schedules, machines with the capacity to communicate their needs and issues via the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) are becoming an essential component of effective processes. These systems, such as the Cerasis Rater, are becoming more common in the industry. Where Do We Stand Today?

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 28, 2023

.” Let’s talk about what those are and how they affect logistics. It will end up becoming an issue that will affect logistics. A Logistics Manager tends to be in charge of designing logistic models that can revolve around Queuing Theory. We can have the best logistics model to solve our needs.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

We introduce our latest educational e-book ( we have several more here ): The Essential Guide to Third Party Logistics: What is a 3PL, Considerations for Hiring, & How to Select & Implement a 3PL. Logistic services encompass anything that involves management of the way resources are moved to the areas where they are required.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

More recently, however, a major risk has materialized in the logistics industry – cybersecurity. Logistics, like most facets of operating a business, involves transferring sensitive information electronically. This is definitely beneficial to any supply chain as it simplifies and speeds up communication.

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Morai Logistics

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Businesses within the retail industry are rolling out vertical integration supply chain models to keep up with fast fashion. Research on the global fashion industry predicts an increase from ‘ $481.2 For many industries, digitization is enabling companies to offer customers Omni-channels of shopping touch points.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

This is part two of a three-part series on logistics and logistics readiness. In ‘ The water in the well – how much logistics readiness is enough? ’ I described the idea of logistics readiness as the ability of a military force to build up and sustain combat power at their full potential. By David Beaumont.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

The premier conference and exhibition is a key maritime and logistics event dedicated exclusively to the breakbulk, project cargo, heavy lift and Ro-Ro sectors. This event provides a unique opportunity for attendees to showcase innovative technology, overcome industry challenges and build relationships based on trust.

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10xLogistics

DECEMBER 24, 2017

I generally do not like to comment on something so speculative however Friday ended with a huge bang in the supply chain industry with Amazon and a major retailer apparently thinking of buying XPO logistics. The problem with this strategy is the "crunch" is with the power not with the trailer. Hunt agreement with the BNSF.

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LandLink

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The debate over whether density-based pricing will succeed in toppling the traditional National Motor Freight Classification’s (NMFC) based pricing in the LTL industry is an ongoing debate. This strategy ultimately led to unprofitable operation ratios, subpar delivery performance and ultimately the bankruptcy of some major carriers.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

This shift isn’t expected to wane anytime soon, and it’s forcing shippers to rethink their business strategies as they tackle current challenges and plan for the future. Located in Greater Toronto, the facility also offers value-added services (VAS), co-packing and other services designed for the ecommerce industry.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 3, 2022

If you’ve ever thought about expanding your business, chances are that you’ve run into the term “logistics service provider.” To get the basics on logistics service providers, and learn how they can take your eCommerce business to the next level, keep reading! Logistics Service Provider Definition.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2023

The post-COVID-19 (if we can claim to be post COVID) “new normal” will continue to be defined by new challenges and more importantly by the ability of the supply chain executives to manage disruption and their ability to power organization strategy and growth. appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics in War

JULY 23, 2019

This is part two of a three-part series on logistics and logistics readiness. In ‘ The water in the well – how much logistics readiness is enough? ’ I described the idea of logistics readiness as the ability of a military force to build up and sustain combat power at their full potential. By David Beaumont.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 21, 2020

New technology keeps reshaping the transportation and logistics industry, and the trucking industry is not an exception. The trucking industry has changed a lot over the recent decade, and there are some key innovations that will be even more impactful. Sustainability is a huge trend in the trucking industry.

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Logistics Manager

JULY 9, 2019

The international logistics industry of today has its success to thank for a revolution that came about over 60 years ago in the form of containerization which transformed the face of the industry as we know it. The air industry soon followed suit and the ULD was born. Rebuilding. Dr. Patrick Verhoeven.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2021

Data is the raw fuel of digital transformation and the linchpin to accelerating industry collaboration, automation, predictive insights and so many more cutting-edge capabilities (including those yet to be invented). The post Data Quality: Your Digital Transformation Depends on It appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 25, 2024

How an industry veteran sees freight contract negotiation season: In a recent interview with CNBC, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta – a freight rate analytics platform – said: “Carriers sit in a much more comfortable chair now, and by the end of April, all the contracts that were signed last year will expire.

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Logistics Manager

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

The international logistics industry of today has its success to thank for a revolution that came about over 60 years ago in the form of containerization which transformed the face of the industry as we know it. The air industry soon followed suit and the ULD was born. Rebuilding. Dr. Patrick Verhoeven.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 22, 2020

Pressing needs and panic buying have created the equivalent to peak season demand in many industries. Today, new employees are being brought in on the fly, with many coming from service industries or distribution centres that have seen a downturn in demand. Efficiently getting them up to speed is critical.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

Editor’s Note: Almost 14 months ago we wrote one of our most popular posts entitled, “ The History of Supply Chain and Logistics Management ” contained a bit of history, definitions, and a great infographic visually going through the history of supply chain and logistics management.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

3PL stands for third-party logistics, and at a glance a 3PL partner provides eCommerce brands with solutions to their fulfillment needs. We’ll cover all that and more in this guide, starting with an explanation of the difference between a 3PL and other types of logistics and fulfillment avenues available. So let’s talk PLs 1 – 5.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2022

The SSI Schaefer Group , a Germany-based family-owned company established more than 85 years ago and a leading international solution provider of modular storage and logistics systems, today published its first Sustainability Report. The post SSI Schaefer publishes first Sustainability Report appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Sabinext

MARCH 8, 2020

As a logistics leader, I believe that correcting gender disparities in ‘profit and loss’ (P&L) and operational roles is a key strategy to fill the executive pipeline with more female talent. At DPDHL, there is momentum to work towards diversity in logistics – it’s management’s top priority. This is not true.

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