Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

In a McKinsey surveyed, 59% of participants stated that a lack of executive vision was a significant obstacle to the digital transformation of their organization. [2] A recent survey by PWC demonstrated that the most innovative supply chain leaders ? Implement successful omnichannel strategies and business models.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

This physical exchange presents enormous challenges for the industry in a post-COVID environment. But now manufacturing overseas presents risks to companies; many of which are sure to have a severe impact to the bottom line. 3PLs will help them design a fulfillment strategy. Nearshoring. For decades, U.S.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

They use historical data to determine which strategies and decisions are most likely to move the company closer to their goals. They simply don’t have the tools needed to collect and share better data or analyze it, and they don’t have the resources to pull in useful data from outside of the organization. level of analytics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2018

I often talk to logistics companies wondering what are the best strategies to get the attention of potential buyers of their services. So, some years back I decided to regularly survey logistics buyers on how to best get and keep their attention. No flashy presentations or sales pitch is required. And buyers know that. “For

Logistics Network Optimization Software 69

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CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

In a survey from Voxware , 69% of respondents said they are less likely to shop with a retailer if an item is not delivered within two days of the date promised. Our real-time visibility tool,? Our partnership with Microsoft is vital to our overall strategy for this product. Cloud and IoT Opportunities in Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Software 62

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Almost half of the respondents also stated that technologies for implementing the mobile-first strategy will play the most important role in accelerating delivery processes. Collected data can be viewed using built-in data analysis and display tools. 70% of those questioned are of this opinion.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Let’s find out the three key strategies for brands to enable last-mile excellence during this Diwali season! As the festive season rolls around, it presents a golden opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their clientele. That’s where sophisticated route planning tools come to the rescue.

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Locus

MAY 12, 2023

The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo has once again, exceeded our expectations, leaving us inspired and engaged We had some thought-provoking conversations with stakeholders on the latest industry dynamics, pain points, customer expectations, and innovative supply chain strategies.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 24, 2021

To stay competitive, companies must adapt to new technologies and strategies to survive in the post-COVID world. While China recovered its economy fast, a shifted consumption pattern to e-commerce presented new challenges to the industry. According to a survey from McKinsey, 39% of industry leaders are enhancing industry 4.0

Manufacturing Procurement 62

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

This estimate is according to responses provided by 83 percent of the manufacturing executives who participated in a survey conducted as part of an industry study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. Skills Shortages. skilled production workers. researchers. machinists. scientists. appear to include the following.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Progress, yes, but not nearly enough.

Supply Chain Software 36

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2020

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Progress, yes, but not nearly enough.

Supply Chain Software 36

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 13, 2018

As part of a new integrated IT strategy, supported and jointly initiated by the parent company in Germany, Hoppecke is updating its dedicated engineering tool. Our most recent customer satisfaction survey revealed that we could do better in terms of engineering reports and technical support.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 24, 2015

Nexant conducted a survey of the plastics industry , in collaboration with Plastics News , to understand reshoring trends and the effect on the North American market. Nexant received about 200 survey responses from compounders, fabricators, equipment suppliers and toolers. Location of factories is fundamental strategy.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 29, 2020

It was first presented at CSCMP's 2019 EDGE conference in Anaheim, California. Top 3PLs have already built out a robust tech infrastructure that contains the right tools for the job and best practices already realized by being field tested with an array of customers. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 29, 2018

They’re scrutinizing store traffic patterns, surveying shoppers, even placing sensors at the door. Augmented reality technology presents retailers with a promising tool for beating Amazon. It all depends on their ability to think creatively, and be willing to break away from the strategies of the past.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Bill Joy envisioned Device to Device (D2D) communication as part of his “Six Webs” framework, presented at the World Economic Forum at Davos in 1999. Digital control systems to automate process controls, operator tools and service information systems to optimize plant safety and security are within the purview of the IoT.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 3, 2018

For centuries, hand tools helped humans build dwellings, clothing, food containers and vehicles. The introduction of power tools then made it possible to complete this work much more quickly and with a lot less effort. December 3, 2018 ·. By Richard E. Robots Adding Another Level of Automation. References. Brown, S.; Pierson, Ph.D.;

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 It goes without saying, that in order for the skills deficit to be reduced significantly, skills development needs to be central to a business digital strategy. “So far, our application of universal transfer devices has been rather smooth.

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CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

At the heart of these challenges lies the need for advanced tools and technologies to drive innovation, enhance decision-making, and unlock hidden value within procurement processes. Generating Value in Sourcing and AI Procurement Generative AI presents a significant opportunity for organizations to optimize source-to-pay processes.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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3PL Links

JULY 7, 2023

In this regard, a global survey highlights that data quality rather than data processing presents the biggest challenge for businesses. The information set must include Business Intelligence tools and be different in decision support. One can relate human capital, technology, new manufacturing tools, management, etc.

Supply Chain Software 48

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Presenters included Dr. John Langley, a professor at Pennsylvania State University and author of the 23 rd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study: The State of Logistics Outsourcing, and Balika Sonthalia, a vice president at A.T. Penske is once again a major conference sponsor.

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Automotive Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

In terms of the driver shortage, ECG’s president Wolfgang Göbel presented figures showing that over the next 10-15 years in Germany alone, 40% of truck drivers would be retiring, which given current trends meant a shortfall of 150,000 drivers. Asked whether the refiners of the 0.5%

Negotiating Skills 31

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 17, 2023

Your business plan should include: Company overview Description of your products and services Market analysis Strategy and implementation Financial plan and projections As you review your business plan, think of how it will apply to Amazon specifically. Variations — List different colors, sizes or scents.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 8, 2019

Source : Logistics Management 2018 Distribution Center Survey. . For many though, a warehouse management system (WMS)—once the only technological solution necessary for even the biggest operations—is no longer an adequate tool. New Networks, New Tools, New Strategies. Again, technology will play an important role here.

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The Logistics Academy

JULY 19, 2016

Across Europe, 3PLs are evolving their operations to help retail and manufacturing customers deal with supply chain challenges presented by the omni-channel environment. These improvements directly support DHL’s business strategy of operational standardisation without compromising on a high performance culture. Cloud on The Horizon.

3PL 40

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 5, 2018

. Second, while in the end Sheffi is clearly a strong sustainability advocate, the book is extremely well balanced and describes very well the challenges and issues CEOs face in crafting their sustainability strategies, with often conflicting goals. Most sustainability books in my view do not present the full 360 view.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Walmart has its first customer, as Home Depot will use Walmart drivers to deliver paint, tools, and other online purchases to customers’ doors. The ongoing difficulties that many companies are experiencing when trying to secure ocean cargo transportation has forced companies to rethink their strategies. percent to $73.3

Purchasing Skills 109

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 28, 2015

The following is a timeline of key American Manufacturing Industry Moments & Innovations up to present day. This strategy became famous in 1995 when Jack Welch implemented it at GE. A Brief Timeline of American Manufacturing Industry Moments & Innovations. 1785: Beginning of Modern Bulk Material Handling.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 4, 2014

You are captivated by the metrics and the proof that the numbers support the ideas presented, and like most statistics, the numbers at face value don’t lie. Headline numbers are underpinned by statistics, which have consolidated totals beneath them, and tallies and raw data from sample surveys still deeper down in the process.

Data 99

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2016

The data from this global virtual item master takes another step in its evolutionary journey and is refined using an online, cloud-based platform with user tools that automatically present the normalized data obtained from all sources, both internal and external, in natural English.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

Optimize: Innovative manufacturers recognize that enhancing the manufacturing process for even simple products presents new opportunities for growth. A SAS survey found that 18 percent of industrial machinery companies have already started to use ‘IoT devices’ to increase production and reduce costs.

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