Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 20, 2021

The study, conducted by highly regarded air quality expert Ove Arup and Partners, has also verified that Port -related activity accounts for just 1-2% of total air pollutant concentrations and that levels can be officially classified as ‘minor’ when compared to existing background concentrations of air pollutants.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 4, 2022

He joined KEC Holdings after serving as the statistical research and strategy analyst in Global Diversity and Inclusion at Lehman Brothers in New York, NY. Chartered Accountants, in Accra, Ghana between completing his secondary school education and commencing undergraduate study in the United States in 1997.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Distribution channels are frequently overlooked as a source of performance enhancement in the Supply Chain. It can lead to some excellent alternative Distribution Strategies. But if you think outside the box, your company could save 18% annually. Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 13, 2022

Insulating against disturbances to the supply chain through critical weather strategies has proved effective in cutting down delays and costly overages. A recent study and subsequent article published in the journal Science Advances and highlighted on CNN showed that even as the U.S. More Hurricanes.

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Locus

JUNE 30, 2023

Plenty of cost-cutting strategies are being employed by Supply Chain Management leaders, but the potential long-term implications often remain unseen. Speaking of implications, let’s delve into the top cost cutting strategies that businesses implement but could negatively impact supply chain performance: 1. Download Case Study 6.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

MHS, a single-source provider of material handling automation and software solutions, announces a new multi-part online experience scheduled to run October through November. Following each event, attendees receive exclusive access to supplementary resources like white papers, case studies and infographics to continue their experience.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 18, 2021

Instead of focusing on customers and outside sources, you may need to start looking inward at processes to streamline production. According to various studies, there is value to enhancing the customer experience: Companies with a customer experience mindset drive revenue 4-8% higher than the rest of their industries. Prepare to Adapt.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The Path to Cost Reduction: Intel decided to try what was considered an unlikely supply chain strategy for the semiconductor industry: a true make-to-order scenario.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2017

At the close of 2016, the 21 st Annual Third-Party Logistics Study found the overall use of third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) is increasing, but the types of logistics services utilized indicate the industry is entering a shift in how it operates. 3PLs and Shippers Report Positive Partnership Outcomes. percent.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

His primary research stream examines firms’ logistics operations, with an emphasis on studying motor carrier safety, productivity, pricing dynamics, and driver turnover. Manufacturing strategies. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business. Supplier development. Scorecards.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 7, 2022

Many factors need to align for an organization to be able to source materials, produce a product and put it in the hands of customers. Of the professionals surveyed, 59% saw the gap between procurement/sourcing and supply chain to be a major disconnect, and the most pressing pain point. Gap between supply chain and procurement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Omnichannel is a centralized strategy that enables businesses to coordinate, streamline, simplify and speed up fulfillment of orders that have been placed through different channels (online, retail, etc.). So, if an organization has multiple inventory sources (warehouses, stores, drop shipping, Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), etc.)

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Locus

MAY 25, 2022

Here are seven key strategies that they have used to make it happen. Source: statista.com. Studies have shown that personalized communication contributes to a delightful customer experience and builds brand loyalty. Time to bring your strategies into action using a dispatch management platform! – Statista, U.S.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Industries are facing the need to plan new strategies and invest more in technology to gain a stronger foothold. A B2B e-commerce strategy is therefore becoming increasingly necessary for manufacturing businesses that want to better sell their products or procure the necessary components for manufacturing them.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2020

For instance, the Chief Procurement Officer will lead the sourcing process, develop the procurement strategy, identify potential suppliers, and manage short and long terms goals. Members of the Sourcing Team are charged with finding out who’s in the market, who can do the work, and at what price. 5) Sourcing Team Member.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The Path to Cost Reduction: Intel decided to try what was considered an unlikely supply chain strategy for the semiconductor industry: make to order.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

There are a myriad of strategies and tactics to take at each step, but if you look at it from the ecommerce merchant’s POV, there are three basic steps to customer acquisition. Embrace a multichannel sales strategy. It might be an enticing promotion, a podcast, case study or infographic. Retention: driving repeat purchases.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

Configure to Order: This strategy involves customizing standard products based on customer specifications. Here is a summary of the key supply chain characteristics of each of the manufacturing strategy and how it impacts collaboration with suppliers. It directly affects the bottom line, making it crucial to manage effectively.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Source: Descartes Datamyne. Theme 2: Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies. In the same ecommerce study, over 72% of consumers experienced a delivery failure over a three-month period. Figure 1: U.S. Container Import Volume Year-over-Year Comparison. Somewhat nailed it.

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Women in Trucking

MARCH 9, 2020

And more promising news: 76 percent of female 18- to 26-year-olds have a favorable impression of professional driving, according to a recent nationwide study by the Adcom Group, a marketing and communications firm. Jazrawy encourages companies to crowd-source their fleets. Companies are recognizing the value of women drivers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2024

Bridging this technological divide requires a concerted effort to harmonize data flows and establish a unified source of truth. Ineffective decision making exacts a steep toll on company productivity, with studies indicating that a significant portion of managerial time is squandered on indecisiveness.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. Dynamic pricing: With predictive models, pricing strategies can be continuously adjusted based on market conditions, competitor pricing and demand fluctuations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

Girl Scout Cookies Crumble Under Supply Chain Woes Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics For some Girl Scouts and their bake sale fans, it’s shaping up to be another tough cookie season.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 1, 2019

Eat, grow, study: School feeding in Africa Political will and commitment to school feeding in Africa is on the rise, with more governments supporting policy, legislation and financing School feeding is changing lives in Africa. Photo: WFP/Dixon This morning, 10-year-old Agnes is rushing to school on the outskirts of Porto-Novo, Benin.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

a How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 In the realm of ever-fluctuating food prices, a pragmatic revolution is quietly taking place in the shopping carts of budget-conscious consumers.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Regardless of their size, companies are reassessing their global supply chain strategies. Heavily relying on a single sourcing location can leave businesses vulnerable to disruptions, whether they are geopolitical, environmental, or economic. and European companies to reevaluate their supply chain strategies.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2018

DC Velocity and Descartes have conducted a transportation benchmark study for the last two years to help transportation professionals understand what is driving the market, and how the strategy and tactics of top performers differ from the rest of the pack. Figure 1: Transportation IT Spend Change Next 2 Years (Source: Descartes).

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2022

In the study on home delivery consumer sentiment, consumers stated that, during the pandemic, the portion of all purchases made online that required home delivery went from 35% to 46%. Source: Descartes & SAPIO Research. Source: Descartes & SAPIO Research. Source: Descartes & SAPIO Research. Let me know.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 21, 2023

Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Dana Ricksecker - March 21, 2023 A stressed supply chain is making businesses reconsider alternatives. Two strategies that have become more common to hear about are nearshoring and friendshoring. What is Friendshoring?

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Understanding Supply Chain Management | Image Source: Google Images. Understanding Supply Chain Management | Image Source: Google Images. Therefore, the market and demand uncertainty is a big source of stress for operational managers. Supply chain management: a competitive advantage. Two streams of supply. The Amazon Effect.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Glenn Taylor | Sourcing Journal November 02, 2023 In an improving sign for the retail supply chain, the majority of shippers surveyed by third-party logistics (3PL) provider BlueGrace Logistics—64.4 percent—are optimistic about revenue growth in the fourth quarter. Let’s keep those cycle counts as low as possible.’”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported that they had a clear overall plan for digital transformation. Fifty-two percent of respondents are working on individual digital projects but lack an overarching strategy that links all these efforts.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. With continuous supply chain disruptions, manufacturers need procurement strategies that consider uncertainty. By closely studying the market you can identify new vendors to meet your company’s needs, cut costs or operate efficiently.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Components and Types of AGVs AGV Navigation Technology Choosing the Right AGV Solution for Your Needs Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Workplace Real-World Applications and Case Studies Overcoming Challenges with AGVs Conclusion Understanding Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) What is an AGV?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. With continuous supply chain disruptions, manufacturers need procurement strategies that consider uncertainty. By closely studying the market you can identify new vendors to meet your company’s needs, cut costs or operate efficiently.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits. But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? Amazon did not invent the random storage approach. Book your free consultation.

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