The Lean Thinker
DECEMBER 21, 2017
When I landed in Detroit last week to visit Menlo Innovations , Mike Rother picked me up at the airport. As soon as I settled in to the passenger’s seat, he handed me my long-anticipated copy of his new book The Toyota Kata Practice Guide. That is the first disclaimer here. The second disclaimer is that last winter he asked if I would do him a favor and take a look through the manuscript with a red pencil.
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 29, 2017
I came across a rather interesting fact about warehouse managers in a study by Intermec. It said that 1 out of 6 managers who were in charge of a warehouse were not likely to review their workflow processes unless a customer complaint is raised. And, it’s not hard to believe. However, contrary to what one may be led to believe, it is not always their fault.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 19, 2017
As a father of four, I’ve learned never to play favorites, especially at this time of year. But I’ll make an exception in this case. Following are the three most popular Amware blog posts on warehousing and fulfillment for 2017, based on readership. If you missed them the first time around, give them a read.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Keeping up with consumer-driven demand can be exhausting. As consumers, we’re accustomed to being able to order almost anything we need or want, get it faster than ever, and track its every move. Great for us! But as supply chain professionals, the Amazon effect — with its omni-channel, next-day, full visibility pressures — puts a strain on the operation.
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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.
Supply Chain and Logistics
DECEMBER 20, 2017
We just published an article in Research in Transportation Business and Management (RTBM). It’s called Fleet management for rail car transport of ethanol. The “we” is Khalid Bachkar, Idrissu Aminu, Atif Osmani, and me.
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The Lean Thinker
DECEMBER 18, 2017
I have been telling everyone who will listen to read Rich Sheridan’s book Joy, Inc. ever since I came across and read it in the fall of 2015. Fast forward to earlier this year when Lean Frontiers sent out their request for suggested keynote speakers for KataCon. I wrote to Mike Rother and asked him “Do you think we could get Rich Sheridan?”. Skip ahead a bit more, and I spent four days last week at Menlo Innovations in Ann Arbor – two days “ in the chalk circle ” paying close attention to the ac
Carter Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Carter Logistics Extends Lanetix with Robust Driver Retention Program. Using process automation, data and analytics to solve an industry problem San Francisco, California ( PRWEB ) December 6, 2017. After two years of success using Lanetix to manage its commercial operations, Carter Logistics has tapped Lanetix to build a more effective driver retention program.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Amware has a new customer. And a pretty cool one at that. All In The Pillow™ has reinvented the lap tray. You know, those cumbersome, unstable trays for your your electronic devices, newspapers, work documents, and other items. The new twist: combine the tray with a pillow to deliver a stable and comfortable platform to get work done at home or on the go.
Stord
DECEMBER 31, 2017
As we all know, the transportation sector is an integral part of the U.S. economy. It employs millions of people and comprises 8.9 percent of the nation’s economic activity as measured by gross domestic product (GDP). Despite advances in automation technology, work related to transportation, logistics and warehousing remains highly labor intensive. According to the Wall Street Journal , trucking companies hired 6,700 workers in March 2018, giving that sector the strongest sector growth since 201
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
Supply Chain and Logistics
DECEMBER 1, 2017
Got this story by way of the Loadstar. Reading the story I am impressed by the level of incompetence management showed. But in the view of the traveler (customer) the union will be blamed.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Editor’s Note: Our “ Research in Focus ” series highlights research conducted by select partners on timely and important trends impacting supply chain and logistics professionals today. Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.
The Lean Thinker
DECEMBER 1, 2017
I am reading Story by Robert McKee (because the structure of stories interests me). There is a profound passage which totally resonates with everything we discuss here. Every human being acts, from one moment to the next, knowingly or unknowingly, on his sense of probability, on what he expects, in all likelihood, to happen when he takes an action.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 1, 2017
Companies are hoping to continue their revenue growth in 2018 by setting priorities for manufacturing in 3 key areas. KLR has released the results of its annual manufacturing industry outlook report , and the optimism following last year’s elections will continue straight through 2017. With promises of tax reform, decreased federal regulations and looser trade agreements, manufacturers have slowly seen revenue growth throughout the U.S. markets.
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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 21, 2017
Bigger is better, right? As the eCommerce fulfillment networks of the Amazons and WalMarts of the world get bigger and bigger with each passing day, you may feel that your own eCommerce footprint just isn't going to cut it. Does that mean that you need to expand as much as possible to try and keep up?
AIMMS
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Declining letter volumes and parcel competition are serious challenges faced by postal companies. Having a competitive supply chain is key to thrive, and survive, in this environment. How can postal companies make headway? The answer lies on changing culture as much as it does on rethinking technology. Change should start with culture and organizational alignment.
Material Handling and Logistics
DECEMBER 29, 2017
On-time rate for items delivered by ground was 99.1% for UPS in the week ended Dec. 23, and FedEx’s rate was 98.7%. The rate was in the high 90s for each company for packages shipped by air.
Now, That's Logistics
DECEMBER 28, 2017
Com o Programa do Portal Único de Comércio Exterior, o Brasil lança novo processo de importação e exportação propício aos negócios entre fronteiras. Com a intenção de criar um ambiente mais amigável e propício aos negócios para as empresas que querem enviar e receber mercadorias através de suas fronteiras, o Brasil está implementando um novo portal único que beneficiará tanto os exportadores como os importadores.
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Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 21, 2017
As 2017 comes to an end, a quick thank you to all of our readers, followers, and sponsors for another great year of learning and conversation on Talking Logistics. The numbers speak for themselves: 43 episodes produced in 2017, totaling more than 1,200 minutes of conversations with thought leaders and newsmakers in the supply chain and logistics industry. 217 posts published on a wide range of timely and important industry topics, including the most comprehensive weekly news roundup in the indus
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 14, 2017
From RFID and Drones to Autonomous Vessels, new technologies are already transforming and enhancing supply chain. But how will these technologies revolutionize supply chain management in the coming years? Take a look at the interactive graphic below to find out. Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 12, 2017
Remember Morgan Spurlock? He’s the filmmaker who spent a month eating nothing but McDonald’s food – and “supersizing” his portions whenever someone asked – only to wind up 24 pounds heavier. His experience is a fitting parallel for what tends to happen during many fulfillment provider searches, because without the right approach, it’s easy to get wowed by a provider’s size and technology, even though it may lack some of the essential requirements you need.
PINC
DECEMBER 21, 2017
Try to picture this scenario: you are in a foreign country, let’s say China, on a business trip. You don’t speak the language, don’t have any contacts, and are relying on a vanilla translation app on your phone to help you get out and about. Then, something unexpected happens: your passport gets stolen. You rush to the police station, try to communicate with the officers… and let’s just say it doesn’t go very well.
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Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an
Kane is Able
DECEMBER 14, 2017
KANE’s planned acquisition of Vintners Logistics , based in Kennewick, WA, adds to the company’s strong wine logistics expertise. It also expands KANE’s national network, providing a strategic foothold in the Pacific Northwest and giving customers an ability to put product closer to customers.
Food Logistics
DECEMBER 13, 2017
People have been drinking wine for 10 millennia. Modern logistics makes it easier to enjoy around the globe.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 15, 2017
One week to go before we go on hiatus for the holidays, which means I have one week to finish a million things on my “To Do” list. So, without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week with some brief commentary: Target to Buy Grocery Delivery Startup Shipt for $550 Million (WSJ – sub. req’d). Supervalu expands Instacart program to all of its retail stores (StarTribune).
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Change is one of the most constant things to beware of when planning for your business, career, or future investments. It’s already clear that 2017 is in no way an exception to this rule. With 3.5 million truckers on the road as we speak, the changes this industry is seeing has a significant effect on nearly every aspect of the American economy and way of life.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The Grinch didn’t realize it at the time, but when he uttered the famous words “It came without packages, boxes or bags,” he was summing up the heavy goods industry’s most notable supply chain challenge – economically shipping large items. The online buying revolution is not limited to items that neatly fit inside a parcel delivery box. Even the most “industrial” of businesses are shifting their marketing and fulfillment operations to cater to the online buyer.
Logistics in War
DECEMBER 2, 2017
By David Beaumont. Thank you for your patronage of Logistics In War and the interest given to the works of authors who have invested personal time and effort to write about a subject of profound importance to military readiness and operational performance. The engagement achieved across a wide variety of logistics issues, told from the perspective of a range of military experiences in different militaries and contexts, has been an incredibly positive sign.
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 28, 2017
As we celebrate the “Season of Giving,” it’s easy to forget what an impact a simple gift can have. A gift can put a smile on someone’s face when they’re having a hard day, or show someone they’re cared for when they’re unsure. Children of all ages plan for months what gifts they will ask for when December comes around. A two-wheel bike or a new baby doll can be found on many lists, but sometimes a list is as simple as just “a toy.
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