Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

But more difficult to determine is the profitability of e-commerce operations. Amazon NA achieved an operating income margin of 2.6% Nike’s 2020 earnings are another example of costly e-commerce operations’ impact on the bottom line. Even Amazon is subject to the two-sided effects of operational leverage.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

However, raw materials costs have been rising recently, along with additional operating costs in the chemical industry. How can chemical manufacturers better manage their operating costs? In this blog, we’ll take a walk through what chemical manufacturers are currently facing and how they can better manage their operating expenses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

Clean Power Alliance is the locally operated not-for-profit electricity provider for 30 cities across Los Angeles County and Ventura County, as well as the unincorporated areas of both counties. The logistics centre, for example, was designed with a reflecting roof that absorbs only a small amount of direct sunlight.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Körber has partnered with UK supermarket chain Sainsbury’s, which also comprises general merchandise retailer Argos, to deliver K.Motion Warehouse Management System ( WMS ) to enable the transformation of its logistics and fulfilment networks. This allows two-handed operations, speeds up the process and leads to fewer errors.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 10, 2022

In order to participate in various research projects, develop innovative products and implement a smart factory, the intralogistics provider STILL has now set up its own 5G network at its Hamburg headquarters. “These are interesting, for example, in indoor logistics when integrating driverless transport systems.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Cloud-based supply chain management tools, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are expected to figure prominently in future supply chain operations. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

Baltimore is one of the busiest ports on the east coast, and the bridge collapse was not only a tragedy, but a reminder that supply networks remain fragile and disruptions are not always anticipated. Robustness is the ability of a supply chain to resist disruptions and maintain its normal operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 14, 2024

As digital threats loom larger than ever, automating your warehouse is not just about enhancing operational efficiency — it’s equally about safeguarding your digital and physical assets. These measures not only protect sensitive data but also fortify the trust between warehouse operators and their clients.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2024

MODEX 2024, held in Atlanta, Georgia, from March 11 to 14, attracted more than 35,000 attendees and featured over 150 educational sessions, keynote speakers, and networking events. Robots offer many benefits for supply chain operations, such as increased efficiency, productivity, accuracy, safety, and flexibility.

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IoT World Today

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

ProRail manages the Dutch rail network (owned by Nederlandse Spoorwegen ). Internet of Things (IoT) sensor-generated data is another key piece of improving railway efficiency and operations. Optimizing Railway Operations with Data. The Dutch railway is the busiest in the European Union, enabling 1.1 million in 2017 to 3.7

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. A provider with the breadth of capabilities, depth of experience, and backed by powerful technology can do more than simply track supply chain operations. Network Optimization. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

It doesn’t make sense to network a community in that way if you were to start from scratch today. Cellular networks are much more practical and offer much greater flexibility to the end user. These warehouse operations are looking for substantial performance improvements over the status quo. But bandwidth is one dimension.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2019

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Putting Community in TMS: Enabling the Network Effect in Transportation Management ,” a research e-book produced by Adelante SCM and published by Kuebix (a Talking Logistics sponsor). Transportation management is inherently a network-based business process.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2021

In this article, Logistics Bureau’s Mal Walker, who has spent decades exploring all aspects of warehousing, offers some valuable tips on warehouse design and operation. Over the years, Mal has come to appreciate that there is real science behind distribution centre design , operation, and flow management. 4) Inventory Control.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 22, 2022

Julien is the Vice President of Network Supply Chain at Attabotics , the world’s first 3D robotics supply chain system for modern commerce. Julien Seret is Attabotics ’ Vice President of Network Supply Chain, where he oversees the fulfillment and delivery services business model. Network Supply Chain Animation Video.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Processes that depend on fax and phone calls to delegate shipment orders can see improvement through digitization by providing transparency in a shipment’s progress across the operation. Naturally, some companies making the transition from silo-based tracking to a digital supply chain will find themselves in a mixed state of operations.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 12, 2021

I’ve noticed a trend in recent years in that when businesses want to check their distribution networks or design a distribution network , they immediately jump into loads and loads of detail. Four Ways to Streamline Your Network Design. I’ve been doing network design for all of 25 years. The Back-of-the-Envelope Approach.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed many risks and uncertainties in supply chain networks. Evaluating different scenarios helps you gain much-needed network flexibility in these times of stress and can help you prepare for a resilient future. How are companies leveraging scenario modeling for network design and optimization ?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 16, 2022

ARC has done research and writing on supply chain collaboration networks. A supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) is a key technology for improved collaboration across an extended supply chain. Networked applications have distinctive advantages that other types of solutions lack.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

It’s time to focus on how we innovate and optimize our businesses and operations in this permanently altered world. Across many of our industries, conventional wisdom about best practices for supply chain operations and logistical networks is being challenged. Challenges drive dramatic shifts in supply chain and logistics.

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Logistics Manager

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced that they have emerged as winner of the Lloyd’s List “Excellence in Container Shipping” Asia Pacific award. said Jeremy Nixon, Chief Executive Officer, Ocean Network Express. A total of five major container shipping companies were shortlisted as finalists for the award.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The Cooperative Logistics Network , the first international freight forwarding network with global coverage to launch instant quoting ability for its members, has set a new coverage record by adding its 300th agent. This year, for example, we have created a new personalized online brochure for members and we have launched our blog.”

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Chronicled

APRIL 2, 2020

More than 95% of medication resold in the US will be verified on the MediLedger Network. Today we are excited to share a brief preview of our newest commercial solution launching in April, 2020 on the MediLedger Network: Contracts & Chargebacks. The MediLedger Network?—? that is $5–20 Billion industry wide?—?is

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Operational costs continue to increase for carriers year to year. Although many carriers have worked diligently towards reducing operational costs and increasing profit margins, there is still work to do for the top for-hire truckload freight carriers to improve. Operating Ratio. Freight data reduces dwell time and load time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

5G” is the 5th generation mobile network. In smart manufacturing, for example, the deployment of a multitude of sensors and devices for real-time monitoring of machinery, predictive maintenance, and quality control are primary use cases. It is based on a new global wireless standard.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 12, 2023

Perhaps the most notable is the extensive network of distributed assets that must be managed and maintained. For example, instead of traditional longitude latitude coordinates, electric power distribution companies often use approaches such as linear referencing and network connectivity to describe asset context and attributes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Here are some good examples: The Australian retailer Woolworths dominated Australian online trade in the sector food and personal care with a volume of about two billion USD and a market share between 15 and 20 percent within just a few years of entering the online market. Design of the logistics network. Automation as key for growth.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Now, traditional ‘bricks and mortar’ companies like supermarket chain Woolworths in Australia and international home furnishings company IKEA are adding ecommerce to operations already in place to become ‘clicks and mortar’ operations. Let Customer Needs Drive Network Design. Free home delivery was a prime example.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 20, 2017

When you connect to a global trade network (GTN), you can benchmark your company’s performance against the performance of all the shippers in the network. By using the data in a global trade network to benchmark company performance metrics, you’re provided with a much clearer picture as to how well the company is performing.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 4, 2021

Logistics Business magazine’s editor Paul Hamblin meets Rishi Lodhia, MD EMEA for Eagle Eye Networks. The availability and integration of computer vision and artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming what was previously just an ‘observation’ tool into something that can deliver real business operational advantages. “In

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Causal AI offers the tantalizing promise of being able to unravel the intricate web of cause-and-effect relationships that govern business operations. With a sprawling network comprising over 150 facilities and a workforce of approximately 30,000 employees, the company ranks as the world’s second-largest forest products company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The resulting insights enable optimal transport and route management: Which routes within the distribution network should be utilized? An operation that is optimizing the real time flow of goods is also well-positioned to manage unexpected events. Real-time insights allow the operation to rapidly make informed decisions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2024

It gives planners and managers a holistic workflow view, offering insights within their operational domain and broader supply chain processes. 5) AI in Fulfillment and Transportation/ Network Design Effective fulfillment and transportation planning, and Network Design are vital for any supply chain operation.

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CLX Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The podcast, titled “Navigating the Future: Data-Driven Supply Chain,” served as a platform for CLX Logistics to underscore the pivotal role of data in shaping the future of supply chain operations. Throughout the episode, Dale and host Scott W.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. In the report, you will find capabilities across five categories: technologies, competencies, frameworks, operating model strategies, and organizational models. Network Design.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

5G” is the 5th generation mobile network. In smart manufacturing, for example, the deployment of a multitude of sensors and devices for real-time monitoring of machinery, predictive maintenance, and quality control are primary use cases. It is based on a new global wireless standard.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Logistics companies are leading a shift towards elastic logistics in a world where supply networks are becoming more intricate and uncertain. Elastic logistics is becoming a shining example of efficiency and cost savings due to its capacity to dynamically react to changing demand by expanding or reducing operations.

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