Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 26, 2020
The U.S.-China trade war already had American companies rethinking their relationships with Chinese manufacturers. Then came two additional nails in the coffin.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 26, 2020
We’ve been receiving a number of questions from customers asking how to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 (aka coronavirus) on their operations, employees, customers and carriers. The good news is there is a lot that can be done now with your existing logistics and supply chain solutions. You could also quickly take advantage of new ones to be safe and mitigate the financial impact on your business.
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Logistics Management
MARCH 26, 2020
In recent conversations I had with two leading parcel express and last mile logistics experts, there was no shortage of talking points to touch upon, as they relate to the ongoing coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic.
Stord
MARCH 26, 2020
Friday, March 27, 2020 How do you ensure you can fulfill customer orders and maintain service standards during unforeseen and unprecedented events like COVID-19? By leveraging a flexible inventory management system that operates on a cloud-based software so you can respond quickly to customer and business needs. What can a dynamic inventory system do?
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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Talking Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post by John Richardson from Transportation Insight’s blog looks at Aesop’s fable about the ants and the grasshopper as a.
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Logistics Management
MARCH 26, 2020
The maritime industry has been deeply affected as a result of the upheaval caused by the coronavirus and its impacts to Chinese manufacturing and logistics services.
NGT News
MARCH 26, 2020
TuSimple, a global autonomous trucking technology company, has established a partnership with ZF, an automotive supplier, to develop and commercialize technology for autonomous trucks. The partnership, which will begin in April, covers the world’s largest markets including North America, Europe and China. TuSimple and ZF will co-develop technologies including cameras, LiDAR, radar, steering and ZF’s […].
Logistics Management
MARCH 26, 2020
Things that have been growing in the background have quickly come into sharper focus, and in the long run there could be significant beneficial public health outcomes. The question is limiting the downside risks until we get there.
NGT News
MARCH 26, 2020
The RNG Coalition has appointed Lynn Lyon, vice president of strategic marketing at Hexagon to both their Consumer Access & Outreach and Education & Research Advisory Boards. The Advisory Board scopes include the promotion of outreach and policies to offer renewable natural gas (RNG) to residential, commercial and industrial customers, and the aggregation of best […].
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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.
Kane is Able
MARCH 26, 2020
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment.
Blue Grace Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
Managed transportation services have widely become an integral function of modern supply-chain. As reported by Steve Baker of Forbes , the outsourcing of managed transportation services to other entities has different terminology depending on location. For example, managed transportation or transportation management might be the ideal terms to use in the US.
Kane is Able
MARCH 26, 2020
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment.
Logistics Management
MARCH 26, 2020
For January, the most recent month for which data is available, the SCI came in at 4.6. down nearly a full percentage point from December’s 4.6, which was off 2.4% compared to November’s 7.0 reading. This marks the third consecutive month of declines, with January representing the lowest SCI reading going back to October 2018.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Logistics Manager
MARCH 26, 2020
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) have announced that it will implement a “Work-from-Home” program aimed to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection and ensuring the safety of officers and employees working at MOL, along with other measures. In principle, MOL officers and employees working in the Head Office will work from home for two weeks starting from Monday, March 9 to Thursday, March 19.
MercuryGate
MARCH 26, 2020
The cold supply chain remains susceptible to many risks, and for grocers, the threat of inefficiencies related to food-related freight claims remains high. Failure to properly process claims in a timely manner may result in an inability to recoup delivery shortages and damage recoveries. What’s more, failures within such claims could lead to a delay […].
Airfreight Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
BOC Aviation has announced that it has signed a purchase-and-leaseback agreement with Cathay Pacific for six Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. All six aircraft will be placed on long-term leases with Cathay. Robert Martin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, BOC Aviation, said: “We are pleased to be supporting Cathay once again, building on a long-term relationship that dates back to 2009.
Logistics Manager
MARCH 26, 2020
Divestment of drinks logistics, food services, and retail & technology businesses to XPO Logistics Unchanged high commitment to the Group’s scalable leverage areas in the UK Kuehne + Nagel enters into a definitive agreement to sell a major part of its UK contract logistics portfolio to XPO Logistics. The scope of the transaction includes drinks logistics, food services, and retail & technology businesses.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Airfreight Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
Collectively, the world is going through a crisis at this very moment. A pandemic the likes of which the world has not seen for a century is sweeping across the globe, seeding uncertainty into the marketplace. The COVID-19 coronavirus is, rightfully, dominating the headlines and as many are hunkering down to weather the storm, there are those that strive to foster an interrupted supply chain.
Freight Center
MARCH 26, 2020
Shippers everywhere rely on their freight broker to get them the solutions they need and to help them reach their goals. But how do you measure freight broker effectiveness? How do you know the freight broker you’re currently working with is the right one for you? We break it all down for you with 10 ways to measure freight broker effectiveness, so you can make sure your shipping department is getting all the necessary support it needs.
Airfreight Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
UPS announced today that its freight forwarding operation at Changi Airport, Singapore, has received IATA CEIV Pharma Certification for pharmaceutical logistics. The certification is the first for UPS in the Asia Pacific and strengthens the value proposition of UPS’s healthcare logistics offering in the region. It is further validation of its capabilities in the safe, secure and efficient transportation of high-value pharmaceutical products.
Shippeo
MARCH 26, 2020
Transportation and logistics networks are critical in keeping countries well-stocked, particularly in terms of food supply. This coronavirus crisis has highlighted the sector’s importance to communities.
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The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.
Trans Global Auto Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
Yacht Transport By Road vs. By Sea. Yacht transport by road or sea might just be the answer to your prayers. Dedicated sailors put love, time, and effort into their vessels. If you’ve always dreamed about entering a regatta or yacht show but have been uncertain about how to transport your yacht, we can help you work toward turning your dreams into a reality.
Kanban Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
North Carolina, the Tar Heel State. Home to the Great Smokey Mountains, legendary college basketball, and the scene of the Wright Brothers’ first successful flight at Kitty Hawk. In fact, the “First in Flight” motto still appears on the state’s license plates. North Carolina is first in something else too: business. And, when a location is this good for business, it’s bound to be a great place for logistics as well.
Globalior
MARCH 26, 2020
Maritime Law Maritime law deals with the treaties, conventions, and laws related to nautical matters, especially private maritime business. Another often-used term “Law of the Sea” refers to the global rules that apply to seas and oceans. Important Points: Maritime law deals with private maritime issues, offenses, disputes, and other similar matters.
World Food Programme Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
‘This was lifesaving as most of us had lost our entire crop and had nothing to eat at home’ For 15 years, the Dutch Postcode Lottery has donated flexible funds to support the World Food Programme (WFP) where needs are greatest. This month, WFP and the Postcode Lottery are signing a five-year agreement to continue helping the most vulnerable communities around the world.
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How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps. Discover how these strategies can boost your enterprise's financial health, helping not only to keep up but to excel in today's market.
I.C.E. Transport
MARCH 26, 2020
Many global shippers of dense, heavy freight fail to maximize container payloads and, as a result, inflate heavy freight shipping costs 20% or more. But by working with the right landside partners, heavy freight shippers can maximize container weight on the water to reduce the total number of container shipments annually – and still deliver door-to-door, without transloading.
World Food Programme Logistics
MARCH 26, 2020
‘Basic nutrition has not yet been achieved across the world and more needs to be done to help those in need.’ This March, the World Food Programme’s (WFP) Tilda Rice is running its sixth cause-related marketing campaign, Helping Mums Together, in support of the UN agency’s work providing improved nutritional foods to mothers and children in Bangladesh.
Bulk Connection
MARCH 26, 2020
When a logistics provider is contacted to transport a chemical product, the first thing the provider will ask for is the chemical’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS; formerly MSDS or Material Safety Data Sheet). The information included on the SDS is invaluable in helping the logistics provider understand just what exactly is being shipped (and, thus, how to ship it).
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