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Distribution networks may need to be reimagined—again
DC Velocity
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
How will the rise of automated vehicles change distribution networks? Strategy
Distribution Related Topics 
The Future of Retail Distribution
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Distributed order management, autonomous robots, blockchain and warehousing software are all working together to help retailers more effectively manage their end-to-end supply chains
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Motion Industries opening new distribution center in Pacific Northwest
DC Velocity
MARCH 19, 2018
The 62,000-square-foot facility in Auburn, Wash. will open in late spring. Material Handling
Logistics & Distribution Madrid
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
The post Logistics & Distribution Madrid appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Shows Conferences - Other
XPO launches shared-space model for retail distribution
DC Velocity
APRIL 24, 2018
"XPO Direct" opens firm's technology, trucks, and workforce for omnichannel and e-commerce operations. Strategy
The Future of Retail Distribution
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 12, 2018
The retail supply chain is a complex animal that has been affected by everything from the uptick in e-commerce to the move to omni-channel distribution to the so-called “Amazon effect,” to name a few. In lieu of that “traditional approach,” a growing number of retailers are turning to technologies like distributed order management (DOM), warehouse management software, robots and even blockchain to run their supply chains more effectively and efficiently.
Drones in Distribution: Thinking Inside the Box
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 14, 2018
I’d be a little surprised if you haven’t yet heard about retail giant, Amazon and its plans for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), otherwise known as drones, in distribution. So is there really a place for drones in distribution? What Do You Think About Drones in Distribution?
New Technologies in Apparel Retail Distribution
Apparel Logistics
APRIL 4, 2018
Apparel retail distribution methods are constantly changing and evolving to meet the increasingly stringent demands of the consumer. The supply chain no longer moves products solely from the production line to the store.
Solving Complex DC-to-Store Distribution Challenges
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 2, 2018
In this exclusive webinar Quintiq’s Robert Oliver takes an in-depth look into the complexities of food logistics, with a special emphasis on the distribution center-to-store routing challenge. Date/Time Thursday, April 12, 2018 2:00PM.
Distribution Center Robots: How Robots Continue to Power the Distribution Center
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 6, 2018
While robotics have resulted in some job loss, the case studies of Amazon, as noted by The New York Times , reveal that Amazon has added more than 80,000 jobs since they began adding Kiva robots to their distribution centers. How to Successfully Implement Robotics in Your Distribution Center.
Kubota UK appoints Carousel as sole dealer distribution partner
The LoadStar
APRIL 9, 2018
The post Kubota UK appoints Carousel as sole dealer distribution partner appeared first on The Loadstar.
Hapag-Lloyd Launches Digital Rate Distribution
Logistics Business Magazine
MARCH 8, 2018
This integration is a dramatic improvement over current labor-intensive industry practices of frequent email distribution of carrier-proprietary file attachments. ” The post Hapag-Lloyd Launches Digital Rate Distribution appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.
Product Distribution: Shrink Order-to-Delivery Cycle Time with Transloading and Deconsolidation
West Coast and California Logistics
APRIL 12, 2018
Transloading is by no means a new method of product distribution, but the rationale for implementing it has changed over the years. West Coast Distribution Port Logistics DistributionIn the past, transload operations were primarily a cost-savings play as the contents of multiple 20-foot and 40-foot ocean containers can fit into relatively fewer 53-foot domestic trailers. This results in fewer trips and therefore lower costs.
DHL Supply Chain to Build Distribution Center for Eaton Electrical
Logistics Manager
MARCH 26, 2018
Earlier this week DHL Supply Chain broke ground in Rheinbach, Germany for the construction a new distribution center for one of their clients Eaton , a multinational power management company.
What distribution system is best for the farmer?
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 6, 2018
After collection, oranges are distributed to families or to wholesalers in refrigerated transport. The cultivation and trade of citrus fruits, especially orange, is one of the bases of the economy of the Valencian community.
DHL Supply Chain to Build Distribution Center for Eaton Electrical
Airfreight Logistics
MARCH 28, 2018
Earlier this week DHL Supply Chain broke ground in Rheinbach, Germany for the construction a new distribution center for one of their clients Eaton , a multinational power management company.
Rase Distribution invests £930,000 in its fleet – Logistics Manager
247 Customs Broker
MAY 2, 2018
Lincoln based logistics firm Rase Distribution has invested £930,000 into vehicles and trailers to expand its fleet at its depot on the former RAF Wickenby Airfield. Rase’s primary concern is “operating a fleet that maximises our ‘up-time’,” said Geoff Hill, director at Rase Distribution.
Thailand Distribution Network Design: Should You Optimise or Wait?
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 3, 2018
No doubt if you rely on a distribution network to supply customers in Thailand, you have been keeping an interested eye on developments, as at some point, they may provide opportunities to reduce logistics costs for your business. But what if your Thailand distribution network has never been previously optimised, or even reviewed, as is commonly the case with companies for which logistics is not a core business function. Thailand Distribution Network Challenges.
5 Key Warehouse Automation Technologies to Increase Distribution Profitability
Material Handling and Logistics
MARCH 28, 2018
Learn how certain key technologies will solve your company's distribution challenges. These technologies can be added to current ERP and WMS systems to boost order fulfillment productivity by 30-70% in existing or new warehouse distribution operations
Mid-Tier Suppliers Voice Retail Distribution Frustrations
Kane is Able
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Among small and mid-sized suppliers to grocery chains and mass retailers, few would argue that big retailers are the power brokers in the retail distribution supply chain. One response encapsulates the sentiment of many of the 100 logistics professionals surveyed: Supply Chain Challenges Collaborative Distribution
Hapag-Lloyd and CargoSphere Launch Digital Rate Distribution
Logistics Manager
MARCH 9, 2018
Hapag-Lloyd Senior Director Sales & Service Processes, Henning Schleyerbach said, “Eliminating the email distribution of spreadsheets and PDFs is an exciting moment for Hapag-Lloyd.
Griffin Capital buys Quaker Sales and Distribution facility in Florida
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 21, 2018
Griffin Capital has acquired Quaker Sales and Distribution facility in Florida, US, for $59.6m. The single-story and 605,412ft² facility, which was acquired on behalf of Griffin Capital Essential Asset REIT, has been leased to PepsiCo’s subsidiary Quaker Sales and Distribution.
The Mind-Boggling Complexities of Food Distribution (Why Optimization is Critical)
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
Over the past few weeks, there’s been a lot of buzz and discussion about Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, everything from the impact to competing grocery retailers and prices to the accelerated evolution of omni-channel distribution. Craig McGuirk, distribution manager of The Kroger Co.’s
Distribution from DFW Makes Sense
Apparel Logistics
MAY 5, 2016
If you're looking for a new distribution center, consider choosing one in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Companies need distribution centers that can deliver merchandise to their retail locations as quickly as possible. customers happy.
PepsiCo, The Problems of a Wrong Distribution Strategy.
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 5, 2018
PepsiCo, The Problems of a Wrong Distribution Strategy. When a company enters a foreign market, the keys to its success is the distribution strategy, the channels it uses, as well as market know-how and customer knowledge and understanding. The case study of PepsiCo, provides evidence of the situation that a company faces when its distribution strategy is not correct.
New Coolant Unit Targets Zero-Emission Urban Distribution Sector
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 24, 2018
Refrigeration specialist Thermo King has launched the new B-Series models of zero-emission, all-electric refrigeration units for small trucks and vans, which it says are uniquely designed for inner-city distribution and last-mile deliveries in restricted urban areas. The B-Series now covers all types of applications including fresh, frozen and heat products, and pharmaceutical applications because of good distribution practice (GDP) qualification.
Solving Complex DC-to-Store Distribution Challenges
Logistics Management
APRIL 2, 2018
In this exclusive webinar Quintiq's Robert Oliver takes an in-depth look into the complexities of food logistics, with a special emphasis on the distribution center-to-store routing challenge
Hapag-Lloyd launches digital rate distribution on CargoSphere
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 5, 2018
This integration is a dramatic improvement over current labor-intensive industry practices of frequent email distribution of carrier-proprietary file attachments. The post Hapag-Lloyd launches digital rate distribution on CargoSphere appeared first on 247 Customs Broker.
Rethinking Your Distribution Network Optimization – Supply Chain 24/7
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 19, 2018
Distribution Network Optimization. Whether you are a small business owner or a corporate logistics manager, it’s crucial to stay attuned to the most innovative ways to optimize your distribution network. It’s imperative for corporations to achieve the same capacity to react to market demands by improving their distribution efficiencies. Whatever the motivation, reassessing your distribution network optimization is an absolute necessity. April 19, 2018 ·. By Sean Henry.
Transport Specialist Wins Stone Wool Warehousing and Distribution Contract
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
Rockfon, a leading supplier of acoustic stone wool ceiling and wall products, has awarded a new warehousing and distribution contract to transport specialist CM Downton.
A new way for distributing letters
Logistics at MPEPS at UPV
MAY 25, 2017
Last month was tested in Sevilla an assited pedal tricycle for the distribution of mail packages. The objective of this test was to check if the vehicle is viable, with a view to its possible use in certain parts of the country.
What is a Shared Distribution Strategy?
Triskele Logistics
JUNE 13, 2017
So what is a Shared Distribution Strategy, and how can it help my organization to overcome Supply Chain Challenges? Efficient Supply Chain
Why “Y’all” Should Consider An Atlanta Distribution Center
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 17, 2018
Here are 10 fun facts collected from the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and other notable experts about why an Atlanta distribution center could be a smart choice for you. When it comes to fast and cost-effective fulfillment, there are numerous reasons why Atlanta, Georgia should be on your mind.
Multi-Source Distribution to Omni-Channel Locations
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 18, 2018
Logility Inc. has announced the availability of Dynamic Allocation and Replenishment, a new capability within Logility Voyager Retail Optimization
DHL breaks ground on new distribution facility for Eaton in Germany
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 22, 2018
DHL Supply Chain has broken ground on a new distribution facility in Rheinbach near Bonn, Germany. DHL will serve Eaton’s European electrical business from three distribution centers in Germany, the UK and the Czech Republic during the next few years. LBR Staff Writer.
Deutsche Post DHL Group | Mar 21, 2018: DHL develops modern and sustainable distribution center for Eaton
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 21, 2018
Today, DHL Supply Chain broke ground for the construction of a new distribution center for its customer Eaton, the global specialist in power management.
Food Distribution Logistics: Finding a 3PL Who Has What It Takes
West Coast and California Logistics
MARCH 15, 2018
Handing all or part of your food distribution operation over to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider may seem like a leap of faith. After all, you’re relying on the 3PL’s ability to maintain food quality throughout the distribution cycle and to keep your company compliant with FDA and other requirements. Here are a few key questions you should ask as part of your qualification process for food distribution partners.
Mexico Logistics: Manufacturing in Mexico, Distribution in the U.S.
West Coast and California Logistics
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
What has often been less than ideal, however, is the distribution of those finished goods after they leave the plant. logistics facility for distribution. For many companies, Mexico has long been an ideal manufacturing location due to lower costs and close proximity to American consumers. Mexico logistics is often fraught with hurdles such as border uncertainties, inadequate warehouse capacity, and security concerns.
2018 Warehouse/Distribution Center Equipment Survey: Automation & Robotics Lead Robust Outlook
247 Customs Broker
MARCH 1, 2018
If there were one clear-cut conclusion to be drawn from our “2018 Warehouse and Distribution Center (DC) Equipment Survey,” it would be that the outlook for spending is bullish.
Should You Expand Your Distribution Network? Take Our 6-Question Test
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JANUARY 23, 2018
Good news for Ecommerce fulfillment: It doesn’t always require a dense distribution center network to reach most U.S. Or do you need to increase your delivery speed and agility by expanding your distribution network? customers quickly. In fact, if you operate a single warehouse in the middle of the country, you can usually get deliveries to them in 3 days or less (on average) – without having to charge a premium.
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