Freightos
APRIL 24, 2016
The History of the Shipping Container. 26 April 2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the Ideal X and the birth of modern container shipping, a development that played a critical role in spurring the global economy. One visionary, Malcom McLean , features prominently in the industry’s development. But the modern shipping container has changed much more than one industry.
GlobalTranz
APRIL 25, 2016
The average Supply Chain management professional measures their Supply Chain by reviewing cost reduction. Is cost reduction all that there is in measuring Supply Chain performance? Sure, supply chain cost reduction is important in reducing the cost of goods sold (COGS) and increasing profit, but there are other measurements which should not be forgotten. 3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction.
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The Logistics Academy
APRIL 27, 2016
The TLA Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management is now considered as entry to the Master in Supply Chain Management offered by the University of Melbourne. The Master of Supply Chain Management is a Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) accredited degree. More information from website – mbs.unimelb.edu.au. The post Affiliation with University of Melbourne appeared first on The Logistics Academy.
Apparel Logistics
APRIL 27, 2016
Many companies today take third-party logistics providers (3PLs) for granted. But did you know that this industry didn't fully begin until the 1990s? Before that era, businesses largely operated by building relationships with other companies around the world. This traditional approach, however, wasn't completely efficient. Over the years, 3PLs have changed considerably to meet the needs of the evolving business environment.
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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?
CLX Logistics
APRIL 27, 2016
By Cosmas Hoefnagels for Talking Logistics. As digitization continues to modify the global supply chain landscape, its unprecedented data sources and solutions will lead to not only the demise of disparate information systems, but to the rise of true, end-to-end, supply chain visibility. For suppliers and mid- to large-sized companies, supply chain visibility serves as the foundation for strategic decisions and tactical improvements across the entire transportation network.
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The Logistics Academy
APRIL 26, 2016
Song Fou Chian of Keppel Logistics Pte Ltd recently graduated as a proud Diploma holder of TLA Diploma in Integrated Logistics Management (R37 – June 2014) at the TLA Graduation Ceremony held on 22 April 2016 at Furama City Centre Hotel. This is what he has to say about the program: “I appreciated the diploma programme as I gained a lot of knowledge other than warehousing.
CLX Logistics
APRIL 27, 2016
By Walt Heil for Talking Logistics. See full article here. For the last couple of decades transportation management systems have revolutionized supply chains, helping companies streamline their logistics processes, achieve greater visibility into their operations and save significant dollars on transportation. But even as more and more businesses get wise to the advantages of a TMS, many large, multi-national corporations have remained on the sidelines, unwilling to believe in the existence of a
GlobalTranz
APRIL 27, 2016
Trucking regulations and Safety measures have become primary concerns for the modern shipping and logistics industry. 2016 will see a resurgence of oversight and regulatory measures through many different rules and requirements. From the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) to the Environmental Protection Agency, shippers need to know how these rules will impact their operations.
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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
APRIL 26, 2016
Our heartiest congratulations to our TLA Graduates in Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management (May 2014 – R29, November 2014 – R30), Diploma in International Freight Management (June 2014 – R37, August 2014 – R38, December 2014 – R39) and Diploma in Integrated Logistics Management (July 2014 – R34, November 2014 –R35). They walked away proudly with their well-deserved Diplomas at the TLA Graduation Ceremony held on 22 April 2016 at Furama City Centre Hotel.
GlobalTranz
APRIL 28, 2016
While the State of Logistics 2014 report is slowly giving way to what will be the State of Logistics 2015 report, we couldn’t help start thinking about what will happen. However, we know postulating ideas for the future is impractical if we cannot learn from our past experiences. The economy had been hit hard, and 2014 saw a great climb from the recession.
GlobalTranz
APRIL 29, 2016
You probably know that imported products are cheaper. But are they really cheaper than products that are made in America? . Paychecks Matter. Buying American-made products creates jobs all over the country - better jobs. As of 2016, American manufacturing adds $6 Trillion to our economy , accounting for 12 million jobs. Even more, that 12 million figure doesn’t include the jobs created in the transportation of components and finished goods.
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
APRIL 26, 2016
Our sincere appreciation to the sponsoring companies and lecturers for TLA Best Achiever Awards and Book Prizes presented at the TLA Graduation Ceremony recently held on 22 April 2016 : CrimsonLogic eTrade Services Pte Ltd. DAP Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. Dimerco Express Singapore Pte Ltd. Keppel Logistics Pte Ltd. WiseTech Global (SG) Pte Ltd. Mr Bill Chua, Course Convener of Advanced Diploma in SCM.
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