Cyzerg
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
When optimizing the picking process in a warehouse, it is important to recognize two key concepts. First, no one strategy or technology fits every case. Second, effectively improving warehouse operations requires a combination of data collection, process improvement, and technology.
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
How you develop your sales team has a big impact on your logistics business. Even as the industry is becoming more data driven than ever before and cutting-edge software is increasingly used to manage freight from start to finish, the development of your sales team is still important. People skills do matter. According to Supply Chain Quarterly , Quarter 4, 2011 issue: “Supply chain scorecards typically focus on operational metrics.
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Morai Logistics
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
Talk of automation is sweeping the transportation industry, but there’s barely a whisper when it comes to automated trains or self-driving trains. The conversation around automation and A.I is nothing new. Since 2010, it seems like every industry headline has to do with a newly tested application for these technologies. This isn’t surprising. The technology is indeed revolutionary and if recent advancements are any indication, very close to becoming the new standard.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
Editor Note: Today's Blog is from Darren Palfrey, the CEO at Gravity Supply Chain who shares the 5 supply chain best practices to keep your supply chain synchronized. In today’s fast-paced society, businesses can’t afford to slip up when it comes to their supply chain. Consumers expect nothing less than perfect order fulfillment : the right products delivered to the right place, right now, in perfect condition, at the lowest price.
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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.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
Mark Vos, Business Development Manager for EMEA at Manhattan Associates discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What are some of the key trends and challenges in the European transportation market? Are regulations playing a bigger role there too? Home Delivery and the ‘Amazon effect’ are everyday headlines here in the States.
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The Logistics Academy
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
The global freight forwarding market has grown by 2.7% in real terms since this time last year, but owing to a continuation of excess capacity issues and lower average oil prices, rates continue to fall in both air and sea freight. Forwarders now need to ramp up the value-add visibility services in an effort to boost revenues and keep shippers smiling.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
Commercial trucks lead a taxing existence. Whatever the job demands, there’s no respite — it’s back to the road. That’s why it’s crucial to follow an effective fleet maintenance plan to ensure trucks stay serviceable. Not only are well-kept vehicles required to pass inspections from government agencies like the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), but they also help keep employees confident in their equipment.
Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
Modern consumers are demanding more from their e-tailers than ever before. Four out of five shoppers say they're more likely to purchase online when e-tailers offer free shipping. Customers also want free returns , as they feel this shows businesses believe in their products, according to Laura Morroll of LCP Consulting. Offering free shipping and free returns are excellent ways to boost customer satisfaction, but they come at a cost.
3PL Insights
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
You’re looking for warehouse space for your product, but can only find long-term contracts and landlords with rising rates. It’s difficult to find a logistics partnership that benefits your business and contributes to growth. With the advent of a rapidly expanding eCommerce market, warehouses are stocked to the brim with rapidly expanding inventories, and warehouse space is dwindling.
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
Logistics in War
SEPTEMBER 24, 2017
By Hayden Marshall. In part one and two of ‘Six strategic challenges for Defence logistics’ Air Commodore Hayden Marshall describes how digital disruption and cyber threats are likely to change Defence logistics in the future. In part three, the challenges posed by ‘fourth generation warfare’ and the use of ‘fifth generation equipment’ are discussed.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
Modern retail supply chains resemble patchwork quilts, made up of thousands of squares (warehouses and suppliers) and stitches (supply chain systems). While this patchwork quilt has operated well for the past few years, modern retail supply chains have reached a point where the stitches threaten to rip. While this is the primary force behind omnichannel investment, modern retail supply chains are also investing for these top reasons.
Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
Modern consumers are demanding more from their e-tailers than ever before. Four out of five shoppers say they're more likely to purchase online when e-tailers offer free shipping. Customers also want free returns , as they feel this shows businesses believe in their products, according to Laura Morroll of LCP Consulting. Offering free shipping and free returns are excellent ways to boost customer satisfaction, but they come at a cost.
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
During 2017, the Consumer Products industry exploded with significant merger and acquisitions (M&A) totaling approximately $136 billion dollars for the… The post What’s Driving Consumer Products Merger & Acquisitions? appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
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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.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Last September, a jury at Southwark crown court in south London found Amazon guilty of shipping dangerous goods by air. As reported by The Guardian : The items included lithium-ion batteries and flammable aerosols, which were flown in and out of the UK between January 2014 and June 2015. The prosecution was brought by [the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority] under the air navigation (dangerous goods) regulations 2002.
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
The easiest method of keeping the online market free from conmen and corruption is to impose stringent regulations on it. But since that is a pipe dream and every regulation comes with a loophole, the more feasible way to proceed in is using an incorruptible record keeping service that can be used as proof of payment. One such way that has come to the fore is the Blockchain method.
Logistics in War
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
By David Beaumont, originally posted 22nd April 2017. Logistics has long been recognised as vital to a force, but when inefficient a constraint on that force’s freedom to manoeuvre. However, the impact of logistics on strategy is just as significant and ultimately more profound. The modern fixation on high-velocity, nominally ‘efficient’, and usually ‘globalised’ supply chains have introduced significant operational challenges that many strategists fail to fully realise.
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Equity and equity based incentive compensation plans can be instrumental tools for a logistics company to becoming a high performing… The post Incentive Vehicles Help Your Company Grip the Road to Success appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
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Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
You know what might be more complex than supply chain management? The college application and financial aid process. We’re wading through it now with my oldest daughter who is a senior in high school. If you have to schedule multiple information sessions and webcasts to explain how this whole process works, like our high school has done, then I think it’s a clear sign that there are too many crooks, I mean cooks, in the kitchen.
CH Robinson Logistics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
Celebrating 20 Years Delivering Logistics Solutions in Poland | Transportfolio. What started as a single office in Grodzisk Mazowiecki in 1997 has now evolved into 420 in-country logistics experts spanning seven offices. On behalf of C.H. Robinson, it has been our privilege to be an integrated part of the vibrant transportation market in Poland for the past two decades.
Blue Grace Logistics
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
While President Donald J. Trump is still expressing confidence in his infrastructure funding plan, gaining bipartisan support during the political climate that is tumultuous can be difficult. However, we’ve seen just how well the presidential confidence has carried other projects such as overhauling health care, changing immigration laws and tax reforms for the middle class.
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Competition to Meet Consumer Demand As recently as the 1990s, traditional food stores (such as Publix, Stop & Shop, Kroger,… The post Food & Beverage Retail Marketplace Disruption appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
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
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Copyright 2017, Knighthouse Publishing. Reprinted with permission. I’m not ashamed to admit that my life, like many of yours, has… The post Cybercrime – A Major Threat to the Energy Sector appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
In May 2017, the National Association of Manufacturers (“NAM”) held an executive forum on supply chain innovation in Houston, Texas. … The post Critical Areas to Achieve Success in Today’s Manufacturing Climate appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
Mazars Ledger
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
Introduction The US corporate tax system has remained largely unchanged since 1986. However, on April 26, 2017, the Trump administration… The post The Impact of this Administration’s Planned Reduction to Corporate Income Taxes on Utilities appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.
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