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Closely tied to On Time Shipments is the idea of supply chain reliability; i.e., predicting the outcome of a process. The post Harnessing Supply Chain Reliability by Reducing Lead Time Variability appeared first on Damco Blog - Logistics News, Stories and Opinion. Global Logistics Supply Chain Development Sustainability Warehousing Complex Shipment Global Supply Chain Inventory management reliable logistics sustainable logistics warehouse MORE
In this post, we identify 5 tips to help you find the right 3PL provider for safe and reliable chemical warehousing solutions. There is no shortage of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) that claim chemical logistics expertise and have space for your hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. But, separating the seasoned pros from the less qualified operations can be difficult. MORE
They implemented a solution from MacroPoint, a Descartes company, to improve their delivery reliability as well as improve the productivity of the transportation providers they use to service the North American market. According to Bill Wehrle, the Director of Supply Chain for isocyanates and inorganics in BASF’s Monomers strategic business unit, the journey that BASF has been on to improve their supply chain’s reliability started eight years ago. MORE
If you’re ready to go back to basics and create a more reliable supply chain through increased communication, collaboration and trust, contact GO Productivity and ask about our Supply Chain Collaboration Simulation. Twitter The post The Most Reliable Supply Chain…Without Technology? MORE
Changes can help shippers provide more reliable fulfillment despite strains of tight capacity market, firm says. Technology MORE
The driver shortage and carrier capacity crunch are creating reliability issues. If your job is to develop a connector from your business systems to a multi-carrier API, there are some important considerations you should keep in mind. It’s a multi-carrier world. The days of picking a carrier or two to handle all your transportation needs are long gone. Customers are demanding more delivery options. As a result, costs are only going up with no […]. MORE
The post Shippers push carriers toward bespoke container services to boost reliability appeared first on The Loadstar. MORE
Land Loadstar posts News Supply chain Canada Canadian National Canadian Pacific CSX Norfolk Southern Schedule reliability shippers Union Pacific US US railroadsNorth American rail operators have been accused by shipper organisations of putting Wall Street analysts before customers. MORE
With today’s truck fleets expected to be more efficient, durable, and reliable than ever, the underlying fleet systems to monitor and manage this equipment must also be up to the task. In addition to capturing equipment specifications and performance data, these systems must offer relevant and actionable information to users throughout the organization. The post Managing Today’s Truck Fleets with VMRS Codes appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Transportation MORE
As container volumes at West Coast ports continue to increase year after year, it’s becoming more difficult to move those containers inland. The problem? Container drayage companies simply don’t have enough drivers to meet demand. And, when you are fortunate enough to secure dray capacity, you can expect to pay 10 to 15% more than you were just a few years ago. Port Logistics Drayage MORE
Poor ocean reliability and high air freight rates are leading to a new focus on sea/air combinations – especially in the run-up to the peak season. The post Shippers seeking reliability are eyeing sea/air services to avoid congestion appeared first on The Loadstar. MORE
Ocean carrier schedule reliability is heading towards a new two-year low point, opening the way for the launch of more niche express premium services. The post Carrier reliability reaches new nadir in Q1 as premium services gain ground appeared first on The Loadstar. MORE
Fleets we speak to are looking for products that are dependable, reliable and that have a decent payback. A two-year return on investment is what most of them are looking for MORE
Transportation TIP List: Week of February 3 rd , 2019. This past weekend was Groundhog Day, and Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, predicting an early spring season! MORE
There is an unreliability based on shipping patterns that intermodal does not have.” “Intermodal does not have to rely on a certain amount of freight landing in a certain area in order to provide reliability on an outbound basis.” Achten was one of the speakers this week in Long Beach, Calif., MORE
The post Versatility and Reliability Claimed for Sleeve Pack appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. MORE
In most route segments they are operating at or near full capacity with little room for error in managing assets, so this increase is needed as a cushion to cover costs and assure service choice and reliability.”. Member container shipping companies in the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement have announced an across the board general rate increase (GRI) of $600 per FEU to all destinations. MORE
The big players have only gotten bigger, but that’s no guarantee that service and reliability will improve Hedging your bets on securing capacity may be an ongoing gambit this year, say ocean shipping industry experts. MORE
TRAC has refurbished over 20% of its TGRP fleet to ensure that customers have access to the highest quality and most reliable chassis in the Gulf port complex MORE
31 With this new technology, Starsky believes it can change supply chains, reduce the price of goods, and lead a safer and more reliable trucking industry. Safety and reliability a focus from the very beginning. MORE
” If the line requires 20 hours of maintenance to run reliably and avoid repairs, then this time must be planned into the expected monthly production. MORE
If they cannot fix the reliability problem they will soon be pre-empted by those who do. Intra-Asia specialist MCC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Maersk Group, achieved a highly commendable monthly average on-time … Continue reading → Logistics Shipping Supply Chains ocean shipping reliabilityOcean carriers need to worry big time. MORE
The 2M alliance is to phase in six more ultra large container vessels (ULCVs) into its 10 Asia-Europe service strings from next March in an endeavour to improve schedule reliability, which it said had been blighted by bad weather and terminal congestion. MORE
Taking steps to lower its operating ratio (OR) and reach its objective to operate a safe, reliable, and efficient railroad, Omaha, Neb.-based based Class I railroad Union Pacific (UP) this week rolled out its Unified Plan 2020 MORE
28; company re-aligns reporting structure; Chairman and CEO says railroad `must deliver a more consistent, reliable service' TransportationCOO leaves position and will retire Feb. MORE
A couple of months ago I got the news that my 1995 Toyota Truck with 280,000 miles on it would require an engine rebuild plus a bunch of other stuff I wanted it to continue to be a reliable daily driver and for trips to Portland, etc. MORE
The new enhancements will allow Maersk to continue to improve their schedule reliability resulting in stable and reliable cargo deliveries to their customers on the world’s most comprehensive Asia-Europe Network. MORE
Infor has introduced Control Center, a next-generation supply chain visibility and intelligence solution that enables supply chains to be data-driven, self-learning and consistently reliable MORE
Rankings of the top 25 supply chain, companies with the strongest supply chain, supply chain reliability rankings, Top 25 Supply Chain Companies 2018, Gartner Supply Chain RankingsGartner, Inc.’s s annual Supply Chain Executive Conference held last week in Phoenix, AZ provided the platform for the release of its Supply Chain Top 25, which identifies industry “best practices.” MORE
Loadstar posts News Sea Clean Cargo Working Group Kuehne + Nagel Schedule reliability Sea ExplorerShipper demand for visibility has seen Kuehne + Nagel launch the Sea Explorer service – a “comprehensive” overview of direct sea freight operations. It gives customers an overview of 3,000 vessels and 750 direct weekly sailings, acting as an extension to its quote, booking and tracking capabilities. MORE
If you want to know about maintenance, ask a tow truck fleet — they’re the guys who need to get out reliably to clear away and recover others that have broken down MORE
As the nationwide capacity crunch drives into the New Year, third party logistics (3PL) providers offer shippers reliable and cost-effective solutions. The capacity crunch forces shippers to seek reliable, alternative transportation methods at cheaper rates. In addition to price and capacity, a nationwide truck shortage can significantly impact the reliability of deliveries and the quality of customer service. MORE
NYSHEX is the innovator of the first reliable digital forward freight contract for the global container shipping industry. MORE
To increase your equipment’s reliability and productivity in the field, follow these best practices when it comes to aerial lift maintenance. Potential reliability issues are cheaper and easier to fix the earlier they’re spotted. MORE
Honeywell and AT&T are partnering to offer fleets methods to improve reliability, productivity and evaluate performance, the companies recently announced. MORE
"Our fleets need to depend on – and need the government to recognize – the most accurate, reliable and failsafe drug testing methods available,” said American Trucking Associations MORE
Reliability Related Topics 
Supply Chain and Logistics
APRIL 26, 2018
If they cannot fix the reliability problem they will soon be pre-empted by those who do. Intra-Asia specialist MCC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Maersk Group, achieved a highly commendable monthly average on-time … Continue reading → Logistics Shipping Supply Chains ocean shipping reliabilityOcean carriers need to worry big time.
Conger
OCTOBER 26, 2018
To increase your equipment’s reliability and productivity in the field, follow these best practices when it comes to aerial lift maintenance. Potential reliability issues are cheaper and easier to fix the earlier they’re spotted.
Damco
JULY 18, 2018
Closely tied to On Time Shipments is the idea of supply chain reliability; i.e., predicting the outcome of a process. The post Harnessing Supply Chain Reliability by Reducing Lead Time Variability appeared first on Damco Blog - Logistics News, Stories and Opinion. Global Logistics Supply Chain Development Sustainability Warehousing Complex Shipment Global Supply Chain Inventory management reliable logistics sustainable logistics warehouse
Cerasis
JUNE 25, 2015
If you’re ready to go back to basics and create a more reliable supply chain through increased communication, collaboration and trust, contact GO Productivity and ask about our Supply Chain Collaboration Simulation. Twitter The post The Most Reliable Supply Chain…Without Technology?
DC Velocity
AUGUST 16, 2018
28; company re-aligns reporting structure; Chairman and CEO says railroad `must deliver a more consistent, reliable service' TransportationCOO leaves position and will retire Feb.
The LoadStar
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
Poor ocean reliability and high air freight rates are leading to a new focus on sea/air combinations – especially in the run-up to the peak season. The post Shippers seeking reliability are eyeing sea/air services to avoid congestion appeared first on The Loadstar.
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The LoadStar
APRIL 26, 2018
Ocean carrier schedule reliability is heading towards a new two-year low point, opening the way for the launch of more niche express premium services. The post Carrier reliability reaches new nadir in Q1 as premium services gain ground appeared first on The Loadstar.
Logistics Business Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2018
The post Versatility and Reliability Claimed for Sleeve Pack appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.
Tradewinds
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
With this new technology, Starsky believes it can change supply chains, reduce the price of goods, and lead a safer and more reliable trucking industry. Safety and reliability a focus from the very beginning.
The LoadStar
APRIL 26, 2018
The post Shippers push carriers toward bespoke container services to boost reliability appeared first on The Loadstar.
247 Customs Broker
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
There is an unreliability based on shipping patterns that intermodal does not have.” “Intermodal does not have to rely on a certain amount of freight landing in a certain area in order to provide reliability on an outbound basis.” Achten was one of the speakers this week in Long Beach, Calif.,
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The LoadStar
DECEMBER 19, 2018
The 2M alliance is to phase in six more ultra large container vessels (ULCVs) into its 10 Asia-Europe service strings from next March in an endeavour to improve schedule reliability, which it said had been blighted by bad weather and terminal congestion.
The LoadStar
MAY 18, 2018
Land Loadstar posts News Supply chain Canada Canadian National Canadian Pacific CSX Norfolk Southern Schedule reliability shippers Union Pacific US US railroadsNorth American rail operators have been accused by shipper organisations of putting Wall Street analysts before customers.
The LoadStar
MARCH 2, 2018
Loadstar posts News Sea Clean Cargo Working Group Kuehne + Nagel Schedule reliability Sea ExplorerShipper demand for visibility has seen Kuehne + Nagel launch the Sea Explorer service – a “comprehensive” overview of direct sea freight operations. It gives customers an overview of 3,000 vessels and 750 direct weekly sailings, acting as an extension to its quote, booking and tracking capabilities.
DC Velocity
AUGUST 15, 2018
Changes can help shippers provide more reliable fulfillment despite strains of tight capacity market, firm says. Technology
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
"Our fleets need to depend on – and need the government to recognize – the most accurate, reliable and failsafe drug testing methods available,” said American Trucking Associations
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Fleets we speak to are looking for products that are dependable, reliable and that have a decent payback. A two-year return on investment is what most of them are looking for
Logistics Manager
JANUARY 13, 2019
The new enhancements will allow Maersk to continue to improve their schedule reliability resulting in stable and reliable cargo deliveries to their customers on the world’s most comprehensive Asia-Europe Network.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
Infor has introduced Control Center, a next-generation supply chain visibility and intelligence solution that enables supply chains to be data-driven, self-learning and consistently reliable
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Taking steps to lower its operating ratio (OR) and reach its objective to operate a safe, reliable, and efficient railroad, Omaha, Neb.-based based Class I railroad Union Pacific (UP) this week rolled out its Unified Plan 2020
West Coast and California Logistics
MARCH 1, 2018
In this post, we identify 5 tips to help you find the right 3PL provider for safe and reliable chemical warehousing solutions. There is no shortage of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) that claim chemical logistics expertise and have space for your hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. But, separating the seasoned pros from the less qualified operations can be difficult.
3PL Wire
AUGUST 19, 2014
In most route segments they are operating at or near full capacity with little room for error in managing assets, so this increase is needed as a cushion to cover costs and assure service choice and reliability.”. Member container shipping companies in the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement have announced an across the board general rate increase (GRI) of $600 per FEU to all destinations.
Logistics Management
JANUARY 31, 2018
The big players have only gotten bigger, but that’s no guarantee that service and reliability will improve Hedging your bets on securing capacity may be an ongoing gambit this year, say ocean shipping industry experts.
Fleet Owner
APRIL 19, 2018
If you want to know about maintenance, ask a tow truck fleet — they’re the guys who need to get out reliably to clear away and recover others that have broken down
Fleet Owner
MAY 24, 2018
Honeywell and AT&T are partnering to offer fleets methods to improve reliability, productivity and evaluate performance, the companies recently announced.
The Lean Thinker
AUGUST 16, 2018
A couple of months ago I got the news that my 1995 Toyota Truck with 280,000 miles on it would require an engine rebuild plus a bunch of other stuff I wanted it to continue to be a reliable daily driver and for trips to Portland, etc.
Logistics Manager
AUGUST 7, 2018
NYSHEX is the innovator of the first reliable digital forward freight contract for the global container shipping industry.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 23, 2018
With today’s truck fleets expected to be more efficient, durable, and reliable than ever, the underlying fleet systems to monitor and manage this equipment must also be up to the task. In addition to capturing equipment specifications and performance data, these systems must offer relevant and actionable information to users throughout the organization. The post Managing Today’s Truck Fleets with VMRS Codes appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Transportation
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 10, 2018
The driver shortage and carrier capacity crunch are creating reliability issues. If your job is to develop a connector from your business systems to a multi-carrier API, there are some important considerations you should keep in mind. It’s a multi-carrier world. The days of picking a carrier or two to handle all your transportation needs are long gone. Customers are demanding more delivery options. As a result, costs are only going up with no […].
The Lean Thinker
JULY 2, 2018
” If the line requires 20 hours of maintenance to run reliably and avoid repairs, then this time must be planned into the expected monthly production.
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 30, 2018
They implemented a solution from MacroPoint, a Descartes company, to improve their delivery reliability as well as improve the productivity of the transportation providers they use to service the North American market. According to Bill Wehrle, the Director of Supply Chain for isocyanates and inorganics in BASF’s Monomers strategic business unit, the journey that BASF has been on to improve their supply chain’s reliability started eight years ago.
Morai Logistics
JANUARY 17, 2019
As the nationwide capacity crunch drives into the New Year, third party logistics (3PL) providers offer shippers reliable and cost-effective solutions. The capacity crunch forces shippers to seek reliable, alternative transportation methods at cheaper rates. In addition to price and capacity, a nationwide truck shortage can significantly impact the reliability of deliveries and the quality of customer service.
Logistics Management
MAY 24, 2018
Rankings of the top 25 supply chain, companies with the strongest supply chain, supply chain reliability rankings, Top 25 Supply Chain Companies 2018, Gartner Supply Chain RankingsGartner, Inc.’s s annual Supply Chain Executive Conference held last week in Phoenix, AZ provided the platform for the release of its Supply Chain Top 25, which identifies industry “best practices.”
Fleet Owner
MARCH 6, 2018
TRAC has refurbished over 20% of its TGRP fleet to ensure that customers have access to the highest quality and most reliable chassis in the Gulf port complex
Transplace
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Transportation TIP List: Week of February 3 rd , 2019. This past weekend was Groundhog Day, and Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, predicting an early spring season!
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