Automated End-of-Line Packing Makes for a Smooth Operation
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Traditional Medicinals converts its three manual case-packing stations into one intelligent, highly-automated wrap-around case-packing line.
Tue.Feb 13, 2018
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Only so many hours in the dray
DC Velocity
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
ELD compliance issues for dray drivers could impact their operations, at a cost to the intermodal ecosystem.
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Supply Chain Management in the Cloud
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
By taking advantage of cloud adoption, organizations can tap into the “generic” benefits of quick implementation, operational flexibility, pay-as-you-go services, automatic and regular upgrades, as well as updated security measures. Better customer experience – 34%. Ability to innovate – 30%.
Despite billion dollar loss, HMM plans for more ships
247 Customs Broker
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
95 million). The carrier’s net loss for 2017 totaled 1.209 trillion won in 2017 compared with a net loss of 484 billion won in 2016. However, HMM’s operating loss stood at 407 billion won in 2017 versus an operating loss of 833 billion won in 2016. The company handled 4.03
Next-Generation Fulfillment Strategies and Operating Models: A Strategic Playbook
Advertiser: GEP
Faced with many fulfillment constraints and older operating models that can’t keep up, companies must look to the future. Download this GEP playbook to learn more about the next generation of fulfillment strategies and operating models.
Lohr refurbishes Acumen fleet
Automotive Logistics
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
It’s a pre-emptive measure so we can maintain levels of service while continuing to look to expand operations.”. This proactive refurbishment programme will ensure they operate as good as new.”. Acumen Logistics Group operates more than 200 vehicles, following its strategic acquisition of J&A Transporters at the end of 2017.
Ammar Kanaan to take over as CEO of MSC’s terminals arm
The LoadStar
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
He was responsible for the development and operations of MSC’s joint-venture King Abdullah terminal. Mr Kanaan will take the reins on 9 April and brings more than three decades’ transport experience to the role. As well as building his own companies focused on port management, he has developed a reputation as a transport consultant.
Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI
Advertiser: GEP
Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? The paper highlights real-world examples and use cases that demonstrate generative AI's transformative effects on operational efficiency, risk management, and cost reduction.
Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
This GEP-sponsored white paper — Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need to Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability — delves into the shifting dynamics of direct materials sourcing, addressing challenges and advocating for a strategic reassessment to drive operational enhancements and elevate job satisfaction in this evolving landscape. (..)
Five Best Practices for Balancing Costs, Risks, and Sustainability
Advertiser: GEP
In the face of volatile macroeconomic conditions and other complex challenges, supply chain and procurement pros must strike a tough balance between seemingly contradictory demands: boosting performance and sustaining and extending business operations, all while meeting customers’ needs.
5 Powerful Prescriptive Analytics Examples in Supply Chain
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Sales and operations planning (S&OP). Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE). Supply chain, with its complex planning questions, is typically an area where optimization technology is required. Read about 5 use cases. Supply Chain Network Design. Inventory optimization. Warehouse optimization.
Don't Let Outsourcing Break Your Supply Chain
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Businesses have been outsourcing operations since the late 1980s in a bid to tap into a global marketplace and combat rising costs. Outsourcing was a cornerstone for businesses to scale effectively, launch new products seamlessly, and manage operations efficiently.
Driving Effective Collaboration With Your Supply Chain Partners
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Supply chain ecosystems today are still operating without the capabilities to effectively orchestrate and collaborate with their external trading partners – and in doing so, are exposing their fragility and inefficiency.
How Georgia-Pacific Turned Their Supply Chain into a Competitive Advantage
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That trust was well-earned: ClearMetal's Continuous Delivery Experience (CDX) platform empowered Georgia-Pacific's supply chain to achieve 50% growth in on-time delivery rates, all while reducing operational costs by 30%.
The ABC’s of Recruiting for Gen Z
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
With “Gen Zers” beginning to enter the workforce at entry-level positions, it’s crucial to understand that this generation operates differently from the last. In 2022, society has fully immersed itself in the web and all it has to offer - and no one more so than those of Generation Z.
How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
We’ll walk you through how intent data can elevate your marketing operation, including how it helps you: Easily prioritize accounts Craft engaging content that converts Retain and upsell customers
Guide to Mathematical Optimization & Modeling
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For decades, operations research professionals have been applying mathematical optimization to address challenges in the field of supply chain planning, manufacturing, energy modeling, and logistics.
Smarter Networks for Customer Fulfillment
Speaker: Hannah Testani, COO, Intelligent Audit
Shipping strategies you can use to make your operation more productive and cost-effective. We'll cover: How to get all your data into an apples-to-apples comparison so it's easier to strategize. The real ROI of accessible data. January 23, 2019 11.00 AM PST, 2.00 PM EST, 7.00
2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce
Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)
Join industry visionaries Joe Heather and Noah Hayes in this exclusive new webinar as they dive deeper into: The role on-demand delivery has to play today, and how it has revolutionized the way businesses are operating FMCG and Q-commerce’s dynamic interplay and impact on first-party delivery and fulfillment Pivotal lessons we can learn from the F&B (..)
The Modern Supply Chain: Global Challenges and Best Practices
Speaker: Bart Huthwaite - Principal, RSM, Operations and Supply Chain
You will walk away from this webinar with new perspectives and exclusive insights into: The impacts of COVID and geopolitical tensions on supply chain operating models – what happened, what’s happening, and what will happen to our design.
How Automation in the Supply Chain Will Make Employees More Strategic & Improve the Overall Supply Chain
Speaker: Adam Robinson, Director of Marketing, Cerasis
In this educational webinar, Adam Robinson from Cerasis, a leading North American Transportation Management Solutions Company, will address how automation in the supply chain is allowing companies to empower their employees with a more strategic work flow aiding in overall collaboration with peers across departments, improved business operations, more (..)
Sustainability Trends That Will Make the Biggest Impact on Your Organization
Speaker: Jit Hinchman, Founder & President at Supply Chain Adviser™ and Sustainable Supply Chain Global Ambassador
Join this incredible webinar with Jit Hinchman, Founder & President at Supply Chain Adviser™ and Sustainable Supply Chain Global Ambassador, to explore some trends in supply chain sustainability that may make your company rethink its current stance on technology, transparency, and overall operations.
Supply Chain Management Challenges in Remote Operations
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When operations are conducted at remote locations, these challenges increase manifold. Supply chain management, even in real-world scenarios, can present varied challenges. In the wake of COVID-19, the prevalent global situation changed dramatically, posing unprecedented challenges for supply chains worldwide.
Select the Best Technology to Supercharge Your Transportation Operations
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How do you know which technologies are a good fit for your business operations? The world of logistics and transportation, like all other business areas, is being rapidly disrupted with path-breaking technologies enabled through mobile devices and cloud enabled SaaS solutions.
Test Your Knowledge of Sales & Operations Execution
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Test Your Knowledge of Sales & Operations Execution. Many supply chain professionals have already taken this assessment spanning across multiple industries and 20 countries. The 15-question assessment takes only 5 minutes to complete. Take it now to see how your S&OE process scores and benchmark it against peers.
Webinar On-Demand: 3 Ways to Make Your Operational Execution More Robust With S&OE
Speaker: Sander van Lokven and N.S. Krishnan
3 ways to increase rigor in your sales and operations execution to deal with the unexpected. This webinar shares: Recent findings from a new research study about S&OE. How S&OE is different from S&OP & the gap that exists. The impact on short term plans when the unexpected happens. How to use scenarios for on the fly decision making (demo).
15 Tips to Select an Effective Fleet Management Solution
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In today's fast-paced business world, effective fleet management is vital for optimizing operations, increasing productivity, and ensuring the safety and security of your vehicles and assets. In this eBook, discover 15 tips for choosing the right fleet management solution to suit your operational needs.
Marketing Ops: The New Revenue Hero
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
As data continues to play a starring role in today’s B2B organizations, both marketing and sales operations professionals are poised to solidify their place as critical revenue drivers.
4 Expert Strategies to Negotiate Your Carrier Contract Like a Pro
Advertiser: Sifted
Learn how to analyze your shipping operations data to: Identify areas of impact and take action to lower expenses Assess base discounts, minimum charges, dimensional weight, surcharges, and commitments Model operational data to visualize future decisions and market changes
What Happens When Machine Learning Meets Ocean Shipping?
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Read how Unilever developed a first-of-its-kind digital Control Tower with ClearMetal that provides extremely accurate real-time visibility across their sea freight operations.
Digitally Powering Your Software Solutions: A Guide for Contract Packers and Manufacturers
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You're looking to upgrade your contract packing operations with the right software, but where do you start? We created a guide specifically to help you navigate the software landscape and select the right solution for your needs.
Perfect Delivery: The New Rules for Survival, Innovation, and Growth
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How cloud SCM contributes to operational flexibility. As supply chain complexity increases, so do challenges to achieving the perfect order. ARC Advisory Group shares: Hurdles faced in achieving the perfect order. Opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and reduce costs.
Mastering Supply Chain Sustainability: Where Does ESG Fit In?
Speaker: Hortense Grouvel
Hortense Grouvel, ESG expert at IntegrityNext, and Sean Whelan, Global Senior Manager at Halliburton, will look at how ensuring compliance will also help you increase sustainability performance, resilience, and innovation, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your supply chain operations!
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