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Thoughts on Failure Modes of Kaizen Events

The Lean Thinker

The common frustration in the weeks following a classic 5 day “kaizen event” (which go by many names) is that the follow-on actions are not completed, and the changes that were made erode quickly. What Happens During the Event. Look at how the structure of these events drives how people interact with one another.

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Logistics Events: Top 12 Virtual Events to Attend

FreightWaves SONAR

Here are some great virtual logistics events that can help you stay up to date, engaged, and actively learning during each quarter. Q1 logistics conferences With the start of the new year, it’s time to start thinking about the National Retail Federation (NRF) logistics events too, but that’s not all there is to do. Register Here.

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Real Time Container Tracking with Kyle Henderson

The Logistics of Logistics

Their API normalizes data from various sources, including EDI, AIS, port-terminal events, and direct connections to Class I railways. Vizon’s API normalizes data from various sources, including EDI, AIS, port-terminal events, and direct connections to Class I railways.

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Inside the Shipper Mind with Jim Bierfeldt

The Logistics of Logistics

His expertise includes strategic planning, brand positioning, advertising, public relations, website strategy and design, and development of white papers, case studies and other content. LMA’s approach recognizes that logistics services today are BOUGHT, not sold.

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Investing in Future Sales with Michelle LeBlanc

The Logistics of Logistics

Over that time she has worked with a range of startups, local businesses, and Fortune 500 brands, including TFI International, CFI, Wreaths Across America, Imaginnovate, Fleet Enable, IMC Companies, Core-Mark International/Performance Foods Group, and PalletTrader/Bettaway Logistics.

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Covid impact on transport study published

Logistics Business Magazine

For this reason, the Alpega Group , the leading logistics software company offering modular solutions to cover all transportation needs, backed by 35 years of experience in the market, conducted a macro-survey where more than 1.200 logistics and transport companies across Europe participated through its freight exchanges, Teleroute and Wtransnet.

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Focus on people drives success for Utz Group

Logistics Business Magazine

Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, the Utz Group believes that – in addition to its technological innovation and local service – it is the company’s culture of focusing on people and fostering a sense of community that drives its success. Utz recently held a group-wide conference (pictured) to mark its 75-year milestone.

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