How to Cut Spending Waste From Healthcare Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
The amount of money that hospitals waste on avoidable supply chain spending is staggering.
Podcast | The Quest for a Zero-Waste Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
M ost organizations still have a long way to go before they can declare their supply chains to be “zero waste.”
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The Role of Circular Supply Chains for Future Sustainability
CLX Logistics
APRIL 22, 2024
At the heart of sustainable operations lies sustainability in supply chains, which seeks to integrate environmental responsibility, social equity, and economic viability into the fabric of organizational processes. Why is Supply Chain Sustainability Critical?
Supply Chain: Cash or Trash with Seth Page
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Supply Chain: Cash or Trash with Seth Page. Seth Page and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain: cash or trash. Seth is the COO of ThroughPut.ai , an artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain pioneer that enables companies to detect, prioritize and alleviate dynamic operational bottlenecks in real-time.
Savvy Supply Chain Leaders Aren’t Letting a Good Downturn Go to Waste
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 2, 2023
For a few years now, supply chain professionals and pundits have been speculating on what the so-called “new normal” will look like. Closer to home for supply chain professionals, driver shortages continue to plague the industry. These are the companies and leaders that aren’t letting a good downturn go to waste.
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Energy Transition in Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Supply chain sustainability has become a very hot topic, but for a lot of people, there is uncertainty around its meaning. There are three responses in this question that address supply chain sustainability: align with our goals, mission, and values; meet consumers expectations; and increase profitability.
Controlling Supply Chain Cost for Sustainable Growth
Blue Grace Logistics
MARCH 26, 2024
Controlling Supply Chain Cost for Sustainable Growth Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 26, 2024 In modern business, controlling supply chain costs is paramount for sustaining profitability and competitiveness. This helps in reducing supply chain costs associated with stockouts and overstocking.
How to Reduce Waste in the Supply Chain
Morai Logistics
JUNE 3, 2020
Waste reduction is more important that ever in the modern supply chain—here are several ways to go about it. ” Given their knowledge of waste management, we were more than happy to accept their proposed blog post. .” Not only does waste reduction keep the environment clean. Examine Product Design.
Sustainable Manufacturing for Sustainable Supply Chains
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 3, 2024
Sustainable manufacturing is one step in the process of building sustainable supply chains. This means that supply chain emissions can account for up to 90 percent of a company’s carbon footprint. That means that the supply is immense, and it can also be grown in a bioreactor, needing only food waste as a nutrient source.
Circular Supply Chains with Deborah Dull
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 8, 2021
Circular Supply Chains with Deborah Dull. Deborah Dull and Joe Lynch discuss circular supply chains. Deborah is the founder of The Circular Supply Chain Network where supply chain practitioners and thought leaders connect to explore how supply chain can accelerate the transition to a circular economy.
How “Just in Time Delivery” Becomes a Superhero with Supply Chain Visibility Software
Loginext
APRIL 24, 2024
Dive into the world of JIT delivery and LogiNext's supply chain visibility software solution! Learn how they work together to make businesses run smoother, reduce waste, and keep customers happy.
Building a Circular Supply Chain
TransAudit
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Today’s supply chains are still mostly linear, taking raw materials from the planet, using them, and disposing of them when they no longer have value. This creates significant waste. Supply chains at a consumer goods company, for example, make up about 80% of the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Wrap Innovation Reduces Supply Chain Waste
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 14, 2023
DS Smith, a leading global sustainable packaging company, has innovated DD Wrap as a brand-new sustainable shelf ready packaging design, to meet circular economy requirements while increasing supply chain efficiency and enhancing the in-store shopping experience. The DD Wrap packaging option was created by DS Smith’s design team.
Pharmaceuticals in Reverse Supply Chain Now Hazardous Waste
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 11, 2019
A new rule finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that prescription pharmaceuticals sent from healthcare facilities to reverse distributors must be regulated as solid waste and evaluated for hazardous classification at the healthcare facility before they are shipped. Industry-Specific Requirements.
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REPOST: Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2021
Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares. Eric Ristow , Luis Pajares , and Joe Lynch discuss reimagining the food supply chain. Turvo is the world’s first multi-enterprise collaborative platform specifically designed for the global supply chain. About Eric Ristow. About Turvo.
Creating a Conscious Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 27, 2023
Investors, customers, and other stakeholders are paying closer attention to the companies they do business with, asking that they not only make decisions that improve operations, but also decrease the negative effect on their environment and community: a supply chain with a conscience.
Putting Supply Chains on Autopilot with Ali Raza
The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
Putting Supply Chains on Autopilot with Ali Raza. Ali Raza and Joe Lynch discuss putting supply chains on autopilot. Ali is a theory of constraints (TOC) practitioner who founded a company to help supply chains to improve throughput. Key Takeaways: Putting Supply Chains on Autopilot.
Editor’s Choice: What Supply Chains Must Overcome to Deliver on the Consumer Promise
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 12, 2023
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. This article is from Michael Balint at Solvoyo and looks at the fresh produce supply chain. To read the article, click HERE.
The Greenest Mile: Planning’s Role in Supply Chain Sustainability
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 5, 2021
Supply chain sustainability is a higher priority than ever. In MIT’s State of Supply Chain Sustainability 2021 , 80% of executives surveyed said the pandemic either had no impact on their commitment or increased it. After all, what’s the point of installing solar panels only to waste the greener energy produced?
The true cost of food waste in the UK supply chain
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
According to recent research conducted by supply chain specialists Balloon One , 4.8 million tonnes of food are wasted in the UK supply chain every year. Food waste is not only an issue for your bank balance, but the environment too. The supply chain’s problem with food waste.
Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares
The Logistics of Logistics
JANUARY 19, 2021
Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares. Eric Ristow , Luis Pajares , and Joe Lynch discuss reimagining the food supply chain. Turvo is the world’s first multi-enterprise collaborative platform specifically designed for the global supply chain. About Eric Ristow. About Turvo.
Supply Chain Sustainability Gathers Steam
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 25, 2021
The global supply chain is routinely beset by challenges, both large and small, but the past couple of years have delivered a string of significant logistics disruptions that have threatened to upend the tightly choreographed dance of global freight transportation. Regulations may be more of a driver in the future.
How AI Is Tackling Waste in Factories and the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 7, 2021
If we want a world without waste, we might need something other than the human brain to achieve it.
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Higher Costs, Less Waste: Six Ways Supply Chains Will Change in 2022
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2021
With supply chain volatility continuing into the new year, many companies are making changes to prepare for future disruptions.
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The Hole in the Supply Chain with Deema Adada
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 28, 2021
The Hole in the Supply Chain with Deema Adada. Deema Adada and Joe Lynch talk about the hole in the supply chain. GetSett is a dynamic SaaS platform for the logistics industry that quickly and efficiently manages inventory at the most critical juncture for the entire supply chain; the dock door. Wasted time.
How manufacturers can adopt a sustainable supply chain
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 22, 2023
Due to increasing pressure from various stakeholders, many companies are turning their focus to ensuring that their supply chains are sustainable. What is a sustainable supply chain? Use digital technology – monitor resource and equipment use; use online platforms to connect with supply chain partners.
Navigating the Produce Supply Chain
Blue Grace Logistics
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. Fruits and vegetables begin their next phase along the supply chain.
Top 8 Applications of Artificial Intelligence in The Supply Chain
3PL Links
APRIL 23, 2024
Image source: Biz Epic | Top 8 Applications of Artificial Intelligence in The Supply Chain Innovation in technology has completely changed the supply chain. In this regard, supply chain management’s intricate operations are becoming more and more optimized through the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Top 6 Retail Trends & Supply Chain Planning Challenges in 2023
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 1, 2023
That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.
Editor’s Choice: Remove Wasted Time and Your Operations Can Soar Like an Eagle
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 19, 2023
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. This article is from Open Sky Group and offers tips for removing wasted time in your operations. Removing warehouse wasted time. The first step?
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Smithfield’s Ambitious Plans to Cut Food Waste in the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 26, 2022
food waste by 2030. The world's biggest pork producer is aiming to halve its U.S.
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Suntory Supply Chain Contract for DHL
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 31, 2024
DHL Supply Chain has been appointed by Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I, in a new three-year contract starting 1st January 2024. The appointment sees DHL Supply Chain partner with SBF GB&I as its sole supply chain delivery and warehouse supplier.
REPOST: The Tive Story with Krenar Komoni
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Krenar is the CEO and founder of Tive , a leading provider of real-time supply chain visibility insights that help logistics professionals actively manage their in-transit shipments’ location and condition. Most recently, Krenar founded the Global Supply Chain Visibility company Tive and serves in the CEO role.
Watch: Supply Chain Requirements Vs. Solutions
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
One risks wasting huge sums by exploring supply chain solutions before identifying one's supply chain needs, says Steve Hopper, founder and principal of Inviscid Consulting.
How Automation Can Reduce Waste in the Food Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 24, 2021
America’s massive food waste problem touches nearly every facet of society, from the farms that produce our food to what we put on our plates.
Funding Your Way to a Decarbonized Supply Chain
AIMMS
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Sustainable supply chains are not just beneficial for society and the environment; they’re crucial for a business’s future prosperity. For that, long-term supply chain planning and budgeting needs data to back every decision. Brand Image: Modern consumers are increasingly environmentally conscious.
SPAR targets supply chain food waste reductions
247 Customs Broker
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Retailer SPAR has outlined plans to tackle food waste in its supply chain with social impact company Too Good To Go. SPAR said it was adopting a multi-solution… The post SPAR targets supply chain food waste reductions appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
4 Pillars to Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain with Yatish Desai
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2019
01:56] What are the 4 pillars to future-proofing your supply chain? The 4 pillars to future-proofing your supply chain are visibility, managing the data, predictive analytics, and establishing and developing curated partner ecosystems. [02:54] We look at it end-to-end on the supply chain, not just “where are my trucks?”.
Unlocking Logistics Profits with Matt McKinney
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Loop’s AI-driven platform removes payment friction in the supply chain to unlock margin and increase liquidity. Matt drew upon his background at Uber Freight to tackle the massive problem of building a new structure for the legacy transportation payment system that supports the global supply chain.
How Technology Can Tackle Waste in the Food Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 30, 2021
Food loss within the supply chain has been an issue for decades, and has reached epic proportions in recent years.
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Ship Monk
MARCH 30, 2023
Supply chains have a special relationship with sustainability initiatives because their impact on the environment is so significant. Fortunately, as an ecommerce business owner, there are solid steps you can take to create or optimize a sustainable supply chain. Keep reading for the green print! And they were right!
Supply Chain Mastery: Innovative Strategies for Importers
MTS Logistics
APRIL 26, 2023
Managing the supply chain can be a challenging and complex task, especially for U.S. However, importers can significantly enhance their supply chain’s efficiency and reduce costs, while also improving customer satisfaction and increasing profitability by implementing several essential strategies.
Editor’s Pick: Impact of COVID-19 on Waste Management Industry
Talking Logistics
MAY 28, 2020
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Read more Editor’s Pick: Impact of COVID-19 on Waste Management Industry.
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Better Ways to Address Trade-Offs with Supply Chain Optimization
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 19, 2022
He had a load full of cotton bales, and while idling away hours at a shipyard watching stevedores load other cargo onto ships he dreamed up containers that transformed global supply chains. Supply chain optimization has also improved in significant ways that can address these trade-offs better than before.
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