The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 19, 2017

PRESS RELEASE 15.06.2017. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Digitalisation is re-shaping the world and creating increased opportunity for development and innovation. Revolutionary concepts plus the evolution and advancement of existing platforms are providing unparalleled growth opportunities for shipping and related transport and supply chain infrastructure. However, achieving digital success requires knowledge and understanding, and an ability to drive your company’s digital thinking and transforma

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2017

‘Manufacturing’, a dirty word for most parents. However, as hard as it may be to believe, Mom and Dad have more influence than they know when it comes to children making a career choice. With that in mind, here’s how industrial computing can change the parent perception of manufacturing on the manufacturing floor…. … But first, we appeal to parents.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 23, 2017

It’s the last day of school, so lot’s of excitement here at home. With little time to spare this morning, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon’s Deal for Whole Foods Seen as Ideal for Urban Pickup and Delivery Hubs (WSJ – sub. req’d). Wal-Mart to Vendors: Get Off Amazon’s Cloud (WSJ – sub. req’d).

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PINC

JUNE 21, 2017

By definition, an ecosystem is a group of interconnected elements, formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their environment. The same concept applies in the supply chain, where networks of organizations—including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, retailers, customers, and carriers—are all involved in the hands-on delivery of a specific product or service.

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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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Logistics Marketing Advisors

JUNE 21, 2017

You think your logistics business has a compelling value proposition and you try to get prospects to pay attention, but it’s hard. Very few care. You could try and get more people to care. Think UPS. For years, they told the world “we love logistics,” which artfully begged the question, “Shouldn’t you, too?”. But if your marketing budget is closer to UPS’s departmental lunch meeting bill than its total marketing spend, you may want to accept the fact that the vast majority of potential buyers j

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

Your supply chain’s key performance indicators support tactical, day-to-day business decisions, so ensuring you are reading them correctly is imperative. The question becomes, “how are you comparing your transportation metrics to what’s happening around you?” If you only focus on the data in your own supply chain, you could be missing the bigger picture, and ultimately, misreading your KPIs.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

The Freight Forwarder’s Guide to the Logistics Landmarks of Los Angeles & Long Beach. While they are two busiest ports in the United States, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are more than a hub for trade and commerce. The surrounding areas host a number of iconic transportation landmarks and logistics-oriented hotspots. If you are visiting Long Beach or Los Angeles for business or pleasure, this guide highlights areas of interest that appeal to the global logistics enthusiasts.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 19, 2017

In today’s global economy, ocean freight is necessary to meet the demands of consumers worldwide. Shipping via ocean freighters is the method by which a huge majority of goods, especially raw materials, are transported from place to place. In fact, over 90% of the world’s trade is conducted via maritime transport. Ocean freight allows companies to transport their goods reliably, en masse, and cheaply.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 20, 2017

It has almost become an archetype in society. Someone gets out of something late and can’t get a ride. Rather than spending countless hours wasting time, they pull out a smartphone and order an Uber. Uber has changed the game for the public transportation industry, and the ride-sharing giant is well on its way to changing logistics. Enter: the Uberization of trucking.

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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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Talking Logistics

JUNE 21, 2017

Eric St. Amand, VP Americas Supply Chain Optimization at Geodis and Martin Verwijmeren, CEO at MP Objects discuss the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What are some of the key supply chain challenges shippers are facing today? Are their priorities and objectives different today than in the past? . How are these supply chain challenges and objectives impacting their technology requirements?

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Triskele Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

How can you reduce your supply chain costs? Read on to find out more.

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Freightera

JUNE 19, 2017

Great news, friends: Freightera wins Plug and Play Logistics Accelerator selection! Plug and Play Ventures renown Silicon Valley venture fund has selected Freightera as winner for their “world’s largest” accelerator program placement. We were invited to present at a private event on June 8th with their Supply Chain & Logistics partners. They are best known for working with Paypal and Dropbox.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 22, 2017

The role of the customer experience in growing your business cannot be overstated. Amazon and other retail giants have managed to create unique, customer-focused supply chains , ensuring customers have real-time status updates and options in case of returns. Meanwhile, managing customer-focused supply chains can be complicated, eroding profit margins.

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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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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2017

Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen a lot of activity related to last-mile delivery — from startups providing last-mile delivery services to advancements in transportation management systems and mobile technologies to more effectively plan, execute, and track last-mile deliveries, as well as several acquisitions in this space. What’s driving this focus on last-mile delivery?

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AIMMS

JUNE 20, 2017

Something struck me after spending a few days in Phoenix at Gartner’s Supply Chain Executive Conference. Supply Chain Network Optimization is key to running an efficient and profitable operation today. But while the market has changed, network optimization hasn’t actually advanced much since the 1990s. Yes, there are lots more features and a big increase in computing power.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2017

Nothing in life is free — and this includes free shipping, which has become an albatross around the necks of most retailers and parcel carriers. Parcel shipping is the fastest-growing logistics sector. According to CSCMP’s Annual State of Logistics Report published this week, “while overall transportation costs fell 0.7 percent last year, spending on package delivery services jumped 10 percent [to $86.3 billion].

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AIMMS

JUNE 20, 2017

Something struck me after spending a few days in Phoenix at Gartner’s Supply Chain Executive Conference. Supply Chain Network Optimization is key to running an efficient and profitable operation today. But while the market has changed, network optimization hasn’t actually advanced much since the 1990s. Yes, there are lots more features and a big increase in computing power.

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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2017

Changes to regulations or policy that may impact the transportation industry take time to flush out from each newly elected official or congressional session to the next. Any changes to regulations that were enacted by law cannot simply be undone with an executive order. In addition, history teaches trucking industry entities that promises of change do not always translate into actual changes.

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