Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

• OFAC’s Advice/Measures for Compliance: The maritime and transportation industries face significant risks from deceptive practices, leading to legitimate cargo diversion, illicit goods proliferation, and eroded trust in the global supply chain.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

While businesses differ in complexity and size, for this exercise we extrapolated based on these $7.5Bn baselines. Having justified the project investment, it’s now time to get into the more substantial opportunities that present themselves in these sample $7.5B Subscribe to our Supply Chain Digest to get notified when it’s live.

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Logistics Manager

MARCH 10, 2020

Gartner has released a report detailing how to secure supply chains amidst the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. As global leaders and health officials track the strain and make decisions regarding containment, supply chain leaders need to assess and plan for how the virus will impact global supply chains.

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Logistics in War

JULY 8, 2023

This is the third and final part of a presentation given at the Australian – New Zealand Defence Logistics Conference during June 2023. Supply chain resilience is, of course, a part of this narrative – as we are reminder every time we hear about guided-weapons or military fuels.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 28, 2023

However, 2023 presents a unique scenario. In the previous year, the pandemic and supply chain backups resulted in peak season congestion. The industry has observed lower volumes as importers exercise caution, contrary to expectations. Spot pricing is risky considering the continued volatility in the global supply chain.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 20, 2022

In the fulfillment industry where increasing demand, geographical obstacles, rising costs, and complex supply chains are more temperamental than a Jack Russell Terrier hyped up on sugar, it is vital that 3PL team members are on the same page. And, of course , that the page they’re on is informed, thorough, and forward-thinking.

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The Logistics Academy

AUGUST 21, 2016

This presents a contradictory message and can raise questions as to the customer experience that underlines the new retailing. Traditional retail supply chains were built to stock stores, not perform order immediacy. Traditional retail supply chains were built to stock stores, not perform order immediacy.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

I recently attended a great presentation during which the presenter referred to a BHAG —a big hairy audacious goal. The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. The BHAG—the Big Hairy, Audacious Goal. I think we’ve seen that in a lot of businesses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2022

Brand new for 2022, the IMHX Sustainability Zone will combine physical displays, augmented reality, and virtual reality demonstrations to give visitors a ‘deep dive’ into the many steps that companies operating in the supply chain space can take to make sure they perform as sustainably as possible.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 28, 2023

However, 2023 presents a unique scenario. In the previous year, the pandemic and supply chain backups resulted in peak season congestion. The industry has observed lower volumes as importers exercise caution, contrary to expectations. Spot pricing is risky considering the continued volatility in the global supply chain.

Price Reduction 52

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Turvo

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Although the US economy is getting back on its feet, the supply chain industry continues to grapple with disruptions, some of which have been hampering operations since early 2020. In such tricky times, exercising forward-thinking and planning shipments in advance can help businesses take advantage of the holiday season.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

At Georgia Southern, we dispel this by illustrating the dynamic nature and variety of daily activities a supply chain manager encounters. They not only have to present the models to demonstrate their understanding, but they also have to relate the models to real companies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2022

Brand new for 2022, the IMHX Sustainability Zone will combine physical displays, augmented reality, and virtual reality demonstrations to give visitors a ‘deep dive’ into the many steps that companies operating in the supply chain space can take to make sure they perform as sustainably as possible.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Supply Chain Head. We use the term Head of Supply Chain simply because it’s a role that falls under a range of professional titles. So, for example, the Head of Supply might be the Supply Chain Director, Supply Chain Manager, or another non-executive supply chain management specialist.

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AIMMS

MAY 13, 2019

This post was chosen as a winner of Supply Chain Brief’s MVP Awards. Attempting to forecast the unforecastable is a tendency of many supply chain professionals. Pursuing accuracy in a long – term planning exercise can bring a lot of unnecessary stress. How do you see it? What are your experiences?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 27, 2020

While there is still some question as to whether blockchain technology can live up to the hype it has generated, it is making inroads into the supply chain environment. Blockchain in the Jewellery Supply Chain. The system has been enjoying success throughout its early phases. Berkshire Hathaway.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 3, 2021

Rebecca Dye is the Federal Maritime Commissioner (FMC) and has led an investigation and fact-finding exercise concerning the management of detention and demurrage. For example, in February, the Harbor Trucking Association (HTA) presented a dispute of about $3 million worth of detention and demurrage fees for the previous year.

Ordering 52

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. View all Infosys blogs. Features & Opinions. |.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 20, 2020

Partnered armies must be prepared to share knowledge concerning logistics capabilities and resources and must signal one another when a shared supply chain is likely to be required. All this must be exercised; it is noteworthy that the Australian and U.S. This would also makes it easier to assure delivery. Neither the U.S.

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Locus

JANUARY 28, 2022

At present, more than 70% of Americans have invested in such projects. This can prove to be a daunting exercise without the right software and tools. Live tracking and real-time alerts improve supply chain visibility, helping improve transparency in the last mile. The trend is likely to continue in the new year.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 21, 2012

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Supply Chain Management. Supply Chain Matters.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

With that question answered, I’m giving the rest of this article over to highlighting several business and supply chain issues, which, if you are experiencing them in your enterprise, are potent indications that CTS analysis should be on your agenda —for execution at the soonest. Schedule your consultation call now.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

JUNE 6, 2017

But “The boss” exercises control not only in the mix of products and the layout of supermarkets, but also in the central axis of decision making related to the group’s logistics operations, as they do in other areas of the company. The goal is to have the products with the highest quality and at the lowest price possible.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

Wilko, to start off, could you tell us more about the supply chain division you work for? . I work for Global Supply Chain, a division based in Zoeterwoude (the Netherlands). Every country or operating company has its own supply chain team and is responsible for managing its own capacity, demand and supply.

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PINC

JANUARY 22, 2020

In this article, Yearling covers how with the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018/2019 to get ahead of impending tariffs, companies could combine flexible storage options with advanced technology to create an end-to-end supply chain solution that works.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JANUARY 16, 2022

Supply chain and logistics remain hot topics globally and even more so in recent weeks as the conflict in Ukraine and Eastern Europe evolves. Visibility of the entire supply chain means more flexibility in space and demand planning and additional cost savings in today’s fast-paced world. It’s everywhere.

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Logistics in War

JANUARY 30, 2020

Partnered armies must be prepared to share knowledge concerning logistics capabilities and resources and must signal one another when a shared supply chain is likely to be required. All this must be exercised; it is noteworthy that the Australian and U.S. This would also makes it easier to assure delivery. Neither the U.S.

Negotiating Skills 60

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 3, 2012

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Supply Chain Management. Supply Chain Matters.

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Blog on Log

MAY 2, 2006

Supply Chain? Everyone wants to be confident that growing international supply chains are secure and homeland security (or global security, for that matter) isn't threatened. If supply were disrupted at just one major port, what economic problems would a U.S.-wide What Is the Cost of a 100 Percent Secure U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In an attempt to help you keep your supply chain organisation from analysis paralysis, metric manipulation, or measurement misnomers, I decided to use this post to share nine important guidelines, or golden rules, for benchmarking your business and monitoring performance using meaningful supply chain KPIs.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

It may be time to evaluate your transportation network and approach to procurement and make the move from simply fixing logistics problems as they present themselves to a more strategic, scalable model derived from analytics and not simply rates. Big or small, capacity solutions are not one-size-fits-all.

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Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2019

This post is an adaptation of Mrs Cain-Riva’s presentation at the Williams Foundation’s #selfsustain seminar, held in Canberra on 11 April 2019. Global supply chains were free to transport goods to agreed points within host nations. ADF supply chains would then distribute supplies across the theatre, largely uncontested.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 26, 2017

With 2017 drawing to a close, I am proud to present the five most read articles of the year. It recognises that logistics systems and supply chains are not only an influence on the formulation of strategy, but in many cases an outright determinant. By David Beaumont.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Under both US Imports and Exports Law and Regulation, the importer/exporter is required to “exercise reasonable care” or perform “due diligence”. Legal Framework of US Imports and Exports. Among others, see the US Customs Modernization Act , which established the reasonable care standard. See 19 U.S.C. among others.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 2, 2023

Whether you’re an e-tailer that sells a variety of brands, or a startup brand trying to make a name for itself, your niche will help you figure out how to present yourself to the world (and what parts of the world you can safely ignore). Finding your niche is a good start. If you’re a brand startup, what makes your product special?

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 1, 2019

As industry becomes ever more connected, the risk of cyber-attacks is getting greater all the time, delegates at this year’s Automotive Logistics Supply Chain Conference in Atlanta were warned. Know exactly what you need to do and who to do it with, because it is hard to make friends in a foxhole,” said Walker.

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