Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

2021 saw many major challenges for logistics and supply chain professionals. Global supply chains will be busy, congested, and chaotic. Online buying will continue to fuel growth in home deliveries, presenting challenges that demand new strategies. Driver shortage will force an emphasis on better planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Many major challenges of 2021—capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortage—are rolling over into 2022 and, in addition, the environment and machine learning are becoming more important for logistics and supply chain professionals. Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic.

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Radius Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In today’s ever-evolving global landscape marked by economic uncertainties and political volatility, we understand firsthand the importance of a well-structured and efficient supply chain. During these challenging times, businesses worldwide are grappling with local, national, and international supply chain disruptions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Ann is the Co-author of the book, Educator Bandwidth: How to Reclaim Your Energy, Passion, and Time – don’t worry the lessons also apply to logistics and supply chain folks. Strategy 1 – Be present! The problem is that we are often disengaged from the present while we worry about our latest work email or text.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in the Middle East fared well in facing supply chain risks compared to those from other regions, despite reportedly facing a high number of logistics shocks as seen in Africa. They have started earmarking their investments for food supply chain networks since the pandemic.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Global supply chains suffer from limited visibility and a general want for supply chain intelligence in carrier sourcing , freight tendering and all other processes. Fully 70% of companies say their supply chain is either very or extremely complex and only 6% of companies have full visibility within their supply chains.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

It was a pleasure to attend this month’s Supply Chain Insights Summit in Philadelphia. The conference, organized by Supply Chain Shaman Lora Cecere and her team, was structured around a compelling theme: “imagine the supply chain of 2030.” Supply chain professionals are looking for easy-to-use software.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Well, not just for benchmarking, but also for maximum visibility of your supply chain and logistics performance. In answering that question, we’re not going to provide you with a list of possible supply chain KPIs to use in your business—at least, not in this article. How hard can that be?” I hear you ask.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JUNE 18, 2021

And while this market does not lend itself to a silver-bullet solution, there are things shippers can do to keep their supply chain afloat: Be open to hyper flexibility. A good example of how this plays out is in the case of congestion at the Port of Oakland. Prepare for ultra-prioritization. Don’t dismiss historical data.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

It was a pleasure to attend this month’s Supply Chain Insights Summit in Philadelphia. The conference, organized by Supply Chain Shaman Lora Cecere and her team, was structured around a compelling theme: “imagine the supply chain of 2030.” Supply chain professionals are looking for easy-to-use software.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Defining Agile Supply Chains. Agile supply chains are nimble enough to respond smoothly to sudden changes in supply and demand. Why Is Agility Important for the Supply Chain? Collectively, this new normal is presenting the supply chain industry with its biggest test in years.

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Envase Technologies

JUNE 26, 2023

We are proud to share that our very own Chelsey Reynolds, VP of Revenue at Envase Technologies, was recently featured in the Women in Supply Chain blog series. In an industry that continues to face ongoing talent and labor shortages, addressing the diversity gap in logistics and supply chain becomes even more critical.

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ShipLilly

JULY 28, 2021

For example, reliability for ferrying and picking up cargo on time is standing at as low as 5%. This ought to be an active strategy that relies on information flows from the sector. We have already seen this strategy in action when delays were reported at Los Angeles. It is important to base any strategy on information.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

In light of COP26 taking place in Glasgow, Eddie Capel (pictured), CEO of supply chain software solution provider Manhattan Associates , looks at the importance of sustainable supply chains. If we continue with the transportation and delivery theme for a moment, let us consider strategy transportation management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

Cardinal Health’s senior vice president of global logistics, said of their implementation of the Kinaxis’ supply chain planning (SCP) solution, “I was scared! Pete Bennett, and his co-presenter, Mary Byrne, the vice president of supply and demand planning, spoke during a presentation at Kinaxis’ user conference Kinexions.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

It was a pleasure to attend this month’s Supply Chain Insights Summit in Philadelphia. The conference, organized by Supply Chain Shaman Lora Cecere and her team, was structured around a compelling theme: “imagine the supply chain of 2030.” Supply chain professionals are looking for easy-to-use software.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2021

” Accurate transit time predictions have become more crucial than ever given customer demands and expectations, the cost impacts of late shipments, and dynamic nature of today’s supply chains. Increased lead time accuracy reduces risks involved in transportation and logistics, improving your overall supply chain.

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AIMMS

MAY 28, 2015

This month, I had the pleasure of attending Gartner’s Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix. The theme of the event was “ The Art of Supply Chain: Creative Solutions for the Next Generation.” Planning, innovation and strategy are the areas with the most critical mass and continue to attract a lot of interest.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 24, 2018

But also: Why do they love supply chain management so much? This passion was the platform for my focus on supply chain management over the last decade. What we do is understand and model a business’ current supply chain, including procurement, purchasing, inventory and network and operations.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

In order to avoid incidents of mismatch between supply and demand, establish more efficient manufacturing and lower costs, it is necessary to establish an environment of consistent supply chain visibility. One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

Because in supply chains, surprises tend to mean wasted time and added expense. Develop a comprehensive truckload strategy so you’re prepared to handle just about anything. Building the right truckload strategy for your business. We have been studying truck freight attributes and strategies since 2006.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The more technology shifts manufacturing structures, systems and strategies, the more business-critical ERP becomes, and proper techniques are needed to make processes more efficient. Smaller manufacturers, for example, have to consider the costs as challenges can become magnified as a business expands.

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Stord

MARCH 5, 2019

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)’s conference attracts retail and supply chain leaders from the biggest brands in the country, providing a forum for innovation, networking, and collaboration. Roadie presented its “on-the-way” delivery service that uses extra space in passenger vehicles for flexible shipment options.

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

What are the primary supply chain management trends for 2019? In this post we will present recent trends you may not have heard of – yet – but ought to keep an eye on as they develop. In this post we will present recent trends you may not have heard of – yet – but ought to keep an eye on as they develop.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2023

International freight transport insurer TT Club is seeking to draw attention to the hidden danger and life-threatening hazards caused by enclosed and confined spaces prevalent throughout the global supply chain. Confined or enclosed spaces are common in the supply chain industry.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2018

How close are we to supply chains that can run themselves? Artificial intelligence can already automate much of supply chain. It can also make a supply chain that learns and adapts by itself. There is enough AI technology today for supply chain operations that can run unattended for long periods.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Digital Twin from Infor Nexus Drives Supply Chain Agility for Molex. The fact that most manufacturers struggled to achieve supply chain agility during COVID is not news. The company is present in 38 nations and has more than 40,000 employees. The Molex Supply Chain. It is part of Koch Industries.

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IoT World Today

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

The concept of supply chain transformation may be in vogue, but, in many cases, it’s a necessity. The logistics industry is presently wrestling with an array of challenges. In addition, trade wars are disrupting traditional supply chain routes, while many trucking and warehousing operations struggle to recruit talent. .

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Stord

MAY 25, 2023

Brian Lemerise brings 20+ years of collective industry experience to further accelerate Stord’s growth and elevate customer experiences for DTC and omnichannel brands ATLANTA, May 25, 2023 – Stord , the Cloud Supply Chain leader, today announced the addition of Brian Lemerise as Vice President of Fulfillment.

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PINC

OCTOBER 29, 2019

If you happen to be in the Toronto area or are planning to attend the Distribution Logistics Summit in the first week of November in Toronto, Canada, I would like to invite you to attend the panel titled The Bionic Supply Chain. Present and discuss existing and potential cases. appeared first on PINC.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Manufacturers need to have the right raw materials and supplies available. Supply chain entities need to know vendors will be held accountable and adhere to the terms within vendor-supply chain partner service level agreements. Supply chain professionals must also know how they will be shipping freight.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 20, 2022

For example, there is the reality of shortages and delays which virtually everyone in eCommerce has had to contend with. One of the strategies is to encourage customers to make early orders and to avoid making orders around the time of the festivities. The disruptions to manufacturing and the supply chain can last up to six weeks.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

For supply chains, this advancing technology enables the building of a framework in which rapid responses and solutions in an increasingly intricate network can be designed and implemented quickly and easily. 11 Improvements by the Deployment of the Internet of Things in the Supply Chain. equipment uptime.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 10, 2019

While all facets of the modern business are important, arguably the most important to any retail, manufacturing, or goods based service is their supply chain. To make the most out of your audit and its results, it’s important to understand that the supply chain isn’t a stand-alone, isolated feature of your business.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

I spoke with Daniël van Gool, Director of Supply Chain Development at Peapod, a leading U.S. online grocer who serves the East Coast and Mid-West, to hear about how he views the role of analytics and technology in driving supply chain innovation at his company. I’m the Director of Supply Chain Development.

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