The Logistics of Logistics
JULY 28, 2016
Everybody knows Steve Jobs, the iconic innovator, who transformed five different industries: computers, phones, music, digital publishing and movies (Pixar). He even left his mark in brick and mortar with the Apple Stores, which have been wildly successful. But what if Steve Jobs had unleased his crazed intensity and business mastery on the 3PL industry?
GlobalTranz
JULY 12, 2016
A Director of Operations, Warehouse Director or Manager, or even the Director of Supply Chain or Logistics, are always in the pursuit of continuous improvement as well as warehouse cost savings in both time and money. With the myriad of tasks and personell, a director or manager must oversee, how on earth are they to get everything done? Well, it starts with focusing on the areas and objectives that can meet your desired outcomes.
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AIMMS
JULY 20, 2016
The Brexit is a reality and with it, companies in Europe are facing even more uncertainty than before. There is serious concern that the UK’s decision to leave the EU will bring further destabilization and economic risks. How will it impact your supply chain and your bottom line? This article discusses 5 key things supply chain leaders should consider post-Brexit.
10xLogistics
JULY 31, 2016
The Guardian has run a great piece in their paper titled " Vauxhall and BMW among Car Firms Linked to Child Labour Over Glittery Mica Paint ". This article shows the results of the paper's investigation into illegal mica mines in India and the use of child labor. Not the type of headline your company wants to have. I will summarize the impact on supply chains but you should read the full article at the Guardian website.
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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.
The Logistics Academy
JULY 10, 2016
Here is the Top 25 Global Freight Forwarders List compiled by Armstrong & Associates. Each year A&A compiles Logistics Management’s Top 25 Freight Forwarders list for a closer analysis of industry trends and how those leading forwarders are meeting the evolving shipping needs. Ranked by 2015 Logistics Gross Revenue/Turnover and Freight Forwarding Volumes*.
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Apparel Logistics
JULY 20, 2016
The 3PL industry has undergone many changes in recent years. Not only has technology improved, but many 3PLs have discovered more effective ways to serve their clients. If you're interested in using a 3PL, you'll want to know about the current state of the industry and how it can help you reach your business goals. 3PL Services Save Companies Money. 3PLs have always tried to make supply chains as efficient as possible.
GlobalTranz
JULY 27, 2016
Frankly, the education system, parents and the manufacturing industry itself have played their part in dissuading today’s youth from pursuing a career in manufacturing. Can the age of digital manufacturing revive youth interest in manufacturing as a career? Why are Today’s Youth Dismissive of a Career in Manufacturing? A study conducted by the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation got an answer straight from the horse’s mouth.
AIMMS
JULY 20, 2016
Brexit is a reality and with it, companies in Europe are facing even more uncertainty than before. There is serious concern that the UK’s decision to leave the EU will bring further destabilization and economic risks. How will it impact your supply chain and your bottom line? This article discusses 5 key things supply chain leaders should consider post-Brexit.
10xLogistics
JULY 31, 2016
Anyone who has been in this industry for more than a day probably knows Adrian, has heard of Adrian or has watched his great videos on Talking Logistics. He is working for a great cause and that is to stamp out Type 1 Diabetes and he is going to do a 100 mile bike ride in Death Valley to show his commitment. Let's all rally around him and sponsor him.
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
The Logistics Academy
JULY 14, 2016
The UK vote to leave the EU is one of several factors significantly affecting European cross-Channel road freight pricing and competitiveness, with the effects expected to continue over the coming months. Tim Phillips, CEO of UK-based European road freight specialist Freightex, told that significant swings in Euro-Sterling exchange rates since the UK vote to leave the EU were already affecting the competitiveness of some product lines in and out of the UK.
3PL Insights
JULY 6, 2016
Discounts and promotions are among the best ways of increasing sales. For many businesses, promotions will be built into the marketing plan for the year, offering a chance to reach a customer base that had been reluctant to make a purchase. A good promotion, will need to be presented and marketed in a positive light. Giving a good reason for the promotion helps contextualize it, so consumers become more invested in the process.
Apparel Logistics
JULY 7, 2016
From behind a desk, the path of a product from its start at a production facility to its destination at a point of sale can seem simple: It's just a route on a map. The reality is more complicated. That product has to travel on real roads, waters, and airways, subject to all manner of unpredictable problems and delays. To avoid costly slowdowns and make estimated arrival times, a product should have the support of an end-to-end logistics program.
GlobalTranz
JULY 21, 2016
Today’s logistics empire is not your grandfather’s or even your father’s logistics operation. Consumers are expressing an unprecedented amount of power through eCommerce, and in fact, eCommerce logistics is growing increasingly reliant on small parcel and package delivery options daily. Meanwhile, eCommerce is catalyzing significant changes in retail real estate as more companies vie for warehouse space and transportation services to meet a growing number of online orders, explains Alexander Fre
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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.
PINC
JULY 18, 2016
Our CEO, Matt Yearling, was recently interview by Executive Platforms for their Tought Leaders series, to discuss the current and future state of drones in the supply chain.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
JULY 11, 2016
We have seen a burst of new technologies in supply chain area. Drones, advance of robots in workplaces, Internet of things (IoT) are becoming a reality. Time is ripe to induce more technology into core operations of supply chain like warehouse operations, yard operations and so on. Here I would like to discuss on how to capitalize advances made in drone technology can add value in warehouse operations.
The Logistics Academy
JULY 27, 2016
(Extensive Keppel Container Terminal in Singapore, photo by Kroisenbrunner ). The latest edition of the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index report (LPI 2016 report) see’s Singapore retain its position as Asean’s logistic hub for the tenth consecutive year, with all other Asean Community (AC) members with the exception of Cambodia and Myanmar, seeing their rankings fall.
Freightos
JULY 26, 2016
Introducing the Freightos Marketplace. In 1900, gross world production was $175 billion dollars. By 2014, it reached $77 trillion dollars. This tremendous growth was driven by freight shipping, which scaled in size but didn’t significantly improve underlying technology, getting bigger, not getting smarter. For example, 26% of the 730 million TEUs shipped annually and approximately 30% of trucks on the road are empty.
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GlobalTranz
JULY 22, 2016
Logistics technologies are changing how modern retailers operate. Huge warehouses are being built to house an infinitely higher number of products. Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace.
GlobalTranz
JULY 11, 2016
Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our good friend Daniel Waldron from Armagard. Today, Daniel shows us what to look for when in the market for an industrial computing enclosure. DOWNLOAD THE CHECKLIST, NOW …. OR CHECK OUT THE BLOG TO FIND OUT WHAT IT’S ABOUT…. With more and more industrial facilities depending on computer-controlled systems, protecting those capital assets has become a big deal.
GlobalTranz
JULY 26, 2016
Analytics has been a buzzword in recent years. Everyone seems to be clamoring to get on the big data and analytics train. Part of this drive toward more interest in analytics in distribution and manufacturing comes from the ability of analytics to reduce inefficiencies dramatically and increase productivity in both physical and virtual sales environments.
GlobalTranz
JULY 6, 2016
We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our last post covered the Top 5 Logistics blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 manufacturing blogs from 2016 so far. I encourage you to scroll through the main four categories blogs or the Cerasis blog in general so you can catch some great content.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
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
GlobalTranz
JULY 5, 2016
We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our first post covered the Top 5 Freight Management blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 logistics blogs from 2016 so far. I encourage you to scroll through the main four categories blogs or the Cerasis blog in general so you can catch some great content.
GlobalTranz
JULY 25, 2016
Competition. It is the ultimate in business. It serves to keep a balance between reasonable prices and profit margins. It keeps companies from hiking their prices on consumers, and it encourages businesses to produce better products and meet customers’ expectations. While competition is good, it is often forgotten when thinking about shipping. Most businesses think their only options are FedEx, DHL or UPS, but in reality, there are dozens of carriers waiting to be tapped.
GlobalTranz
JULY 1, 2016
Today marks the official halfway point of 2016 and that means it's time for our "Top Posts for the first half of the year" annual event. We will feature our 5 main categories all week: Logistics , Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Transportation , and Freight. In each of the blog posts we will include the title, the brief excerpt, and then the link of the top 5 blog posts in that category by the amount of views. .
GlobalTranz
JULY 8, 2016
Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our last post covered the Top 5 Supply Chain blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 Transportation Management blogs from 2016 so far. I encourage you to scroll through the main four categories blogs or the Cerasis blog in general so you can catch some great content.
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GlobalTranz
JULY 14, 2016
Many businesses have a tendency to hastily go through small package contract negotiation processes. Unfortunately, many of these entities to end to have a large small package or parcel spend, but a small package outside negotiator can help save significant revenue. Rather than simply taking small package contract negotiation at face value, shippers need to understand why a small package contract negotiator is vital to reducing spend and what best practices can further savings in both the short-t
GlobalTranz
JULY 19, 2016
ECommerce is growing at an astonishing rate. In fact, the number of online sales rose 16.3-percent annually, reports Jeffrey B. Graves of Inbound Logistics , accounting for nearly one-half of $1 trillion by 2010. Meanwhile, the number of warehouses has not yet grown enough to accommodate the surge in order fulfillment and processing. As a result, today’s shippers need to work more efficiently and productively to stay competitive and provide customers with viable solutions.
GlobalTranz
JULY 20, 2016
In 2015, global eCommerce generated more than $6.6 trillion, reports James Keller of Internet Retailer , and 2016 is shaping up to surpass last year’s records. Meanwhile, major payment processing companies, such as Visa, and dominant shippers are turning their attentiveness to improving global eCommerce this year. But, retailers of all sizes are furthering the goals of eCommerce by enhancing the overall experience for sales professionals and customers.
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