The Lean Thinker

JANUARY 15, 2019

The spring and summer of 2000 were a long time ago, but I learned some lessons during those months that have stayed with me. In fact, the learning from that experience is still happening as I continue to connect it to things I see today. I was a member of a team working hard to stand up a new production line of a new product. The rate pressures were very high, the production, production control, and quality processes were immature.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 14, 2019

When a product proudly proclaims it is “Made in the USA” on its packaging, a lot of consumers feel confident and happy about the decision of choosing it. Products made in the U.S. are helping keep jobs in the country, minimizing their carbon footprint and proclaiming their national pride. While this label is fairly clear, a second claim, “Assembled in America,” is a bit vaguer.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 15, 2019

As climate change drives up the regularity of natural disasters, supply chains must rely on real time data to thrive. . . . . Graham Parker. . More devastation from different natural disasters seems to have been reported in the last year than we’re typically used to seeing. Sadly, this is something we should get used to, according to recent research from the United Nations.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 15, 2019

Warehousing is the act of storing goods that will be sold or distributed later. While inventory control refers to “all aspects of managing a company’s inventories like purchasing, shipping, receiving, tracking, warehousing and storage, turnover and reordering.” Inventory control is also important to maintaining the right balance of stock in your warehouse.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 15, 2019

Truckers Stand as One group hopes to call attention to HOS reform, parking and other issues during a nationwide non-driving day in April.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2019

GlaxoSmithKline, Teva, Takeda create the Responsible Health Initiative to improve visibility in global health supply chain. Industries are increasingly deciding to collaborate with peers -- instead of competing -- when it comes to critical issues like sustainability. Supplier data that was once considered proprietary is now viewed as a shared opportunity to drive a networked impact and cross-company value.

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Kuebix

JANUARY 15, 2019

Managing inbound freight is one of the most crucial parts of running a successful supply chain, but the fact is… it’s hard! Each supplier is likely to have different characteristics and the receiving company can be negatively affected by suppliers’ inefficiencies such as low levels of visibility, lack of standardization and poor communication. When companies […].

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 17, 2019

Volvo Group's announcement this week of its investment in an electric vehicle charging systems developer is, on its surface, routine enough. It also highlights key EV tech and thinking that just might alter the landscape of potential for electric trucks and other vehicles and equipment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2019

Sanitary Transport of Human and Animal Food (STHAF) Rules, of the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act, are subject to much confusion and faulty interpretation, resulting in inspection delays, unnecessary fees, and supply chain disruptions. The post Food Safety Compliance & Inspections: What Shippers Need to Know appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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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

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2019

A new survey finds that 85% of retail and 79% of consumer products companies surveyed plan to be using intelligent automation for supply chain planning by 2021.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 15, 2019

Cyber Security is a real & ever-present concern for any organization. It is even so in the healthcare sector where there is an enormous amount of data that is sensitive and can be easily used for malicious attack if there are no proper safeguards. While IT and Security plays a bigger role in devising a […]. The post Six Crucial Factors on Cyber Security for Healthcare Procurement appeared first on SIPMM ACADEMY.

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 13, 2019

The new semi-automated Freightliner Cascadia is honored, while industry shows off electric trucks at the annual electronics extravaganza.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2019

Transportation budget performance hangovers from 2018 have motivated logistics leaders to expand transportation cost-saving opportunities further upstream in the supply chain. Trailer utilization, lead time, and detention costs are three avenues to mitigate additional cost. The post Look Upstream to Mitigate Transportation Spend appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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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.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2019

Though there are some benefits to using blockchain, supply chain professionals should remain skeptical surrounding the short-term potential.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 16, 2019

The initial idea of Blockchain was introduced in 1992, but only until 2008 the first real blockchain application on “Bitcoin” was conceptualized by a person (or group of people) known as Satoshi Nakamoto. Since then Bitcoin and other spinoff cryptocurrencies have been a hot topic. In recent years, people start to look for applying blockchain […].

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 15, 2019

It’s easy to lose sight of how much money is being lost in maintenance when business is good and all of the focus is on moving more freight.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 14, 2019

Steve Durbin, managing director at ISF (Information Security Forum) – a cybersecurity consulting firm, says to expect “evolutionary” changes in the risk scenario this year.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2019

Management has too many other things to worry about when disaster strikes. There are many manuals and publications about what companies should do to plan for natural and manmade disasters, from preparing for infrastructure disruptions to communicating with employees and the public. Another requirement is that management must maintain awareness of their responsibility for adhering to employment laws and regulations even in the face of crisis.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 17, 2019

Artificial intelligence (AI) promises a brave new world of computers that can plan, strategize, evaluate options, calculate probabilities, and make smart decisions. But to actually do anything, AI needs the Internet of Things (IoT). You might say that IoT is the body that gives AI’s brain the ability to act. IoT also provides the data […]. The post Integrating AI with IoT for an Effective Supply Chain appeared first on SIPMM ACADEMY.

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 15, 2019

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Jan. 15 owner-operators cannot be forced into mandatory arbitration, a decision observers suggested could have ripple effects across the country. The 8-0 New Prime v.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 15, 2019

FedEx Freight, the less-than-truckload subsidiary of Memphis-based transportation and logistics titan FedEx, is taking its initial steps into the rapidly-growing, e-commerce-driven last-mile logistics sector, according to a Bloomberg report published earlier this week.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 18, 2019

Veruca Salt won. We all want everything now, putting the onus on supply chains to hurry up and give it to us. Luckily, deploying the right tech makes this possible.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 17, 2019

Is there any way for manufacturers to predict machine failures before they happen to avoid supply chain disruptions, delay and customer dissatisfaction? An emerging solution is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)data analytics in the supply chain, which has the most potential to minimize supply chain disruption as well as to dramatically reduce costs of […].

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 15, 2019

Udelv unveiled its updated “Newton” autonomous driving delivery van at CES last week, and announced additional pilot programs with customers. This second-generation van is built on a Ford Transit Connect chassis.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 16, 2019

Maximizing profits is the main point of running a business. If you’re running a warehouse, this will probably be your main goal, too. Competition is plentiful, and you’re always on the lookout for a way to get ahead. But how do you make bank without harming productivity or the quality of your work? It’s as difficult as it sounds. But, with a well-planned strategy, you too can reduce expenses in your workplace.

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One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 18, 2019

CSX Corp. CEO Jim Foote sees no signs of a U.S. slowdown as shipments of steel, lumber, plastics, construction materials, cardboard and other goods are still climbing.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 15, 2019

The key risks for warehousing are fire hazards, use of material handling equipment (MHE), Dangerous Goods (DG) classes on handling and security. In terms of fire, it is not only the product that’s at risk but also the packaging materials, storage systems and building materials that add to the fire load. Other important risk areas […]. The post Four Key Areas for Mitigating Warehouse Risks appeared first on SIPMM ACADEMY.

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 16, 2019

Some estimates are that IMO 2020 could lead to prices of oil going up $10 to $20 a barrel which equates to a 25 to 50 cent increase in a gallon of diesel.

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