The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The Perfect Partner for the Owner-Operator with Mandy Morrow. Mandy Morrow and Joe Lynch discuss the perfect partner for the owner-operator.

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Logistics Matter

MARCH 31, 2021

April 12 -15 ProMatDX, the largest material handling event, will take place virtually. It will feature dozens of AGV vendors.

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Materials Handling Events Handling Production 264

Cyzerg

JANUARY 31, 2021

Warehouse technology is an effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient solution to addressing the challenges of the warehouse.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MARCH 16, 2021

Online vitamin purchases are increasing 12% faster than the average of all eCommerce categories combined, and sales are expected to reach $56.7 billion by 2024.

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3PL eCommerce Purchasing Production 190

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The Lean Thinker

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

In Western business it is pretty typical for someone to be assigned to come up with a proposed solution to a problem, and then seek approval for that solution. In some companies that consider themselves more forward thinking, they might even say something like “bring me an A3.”

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JANUARY 31, 2021

With the 4.0 digital era industry now, digital and AI are interconnected. AI is cutting down repeated tasks by simulating human intelligence in machines.

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Procurement Industry Digital Purchasing 168

Food Logistics

APRIL 25, 2021

The pandemic triggered an accelerated pace of digital transformation throughout the industry. But, as the pandemic wanes, the need for digitization will continue in order for companies to remain competitive. Transportation / WMS/TMS

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Tracking and Tracing Digital Ordering Industry 130

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

As we begin 2021, the parcel market is very different than it was a year ago. Simply put, the surging growth of e-commerce, driven in large part by the pandemic, has created a capacity crunch in the market. How should shippers respond?

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Capacity Logistics Transportation 134

Overdrive Online

APRIL 30, 2021

Overdrive's latest CSA's Data Trail update, bringing in 2020 data: States ranked high for inspection intensity show high likelihood of inspecting a truck in normal times, as well as during the May 4-6 Roadcheck event. CSA's Data Trail

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

Shortages of products from toilet paper to microchips during the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the value of supply chain resiliency, and the opportunities for companies that aren’t as prepared as they would like.

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Tips Supply Chains Inventory Strategy 105

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2021

The 5 APIs of the Apocalypse with Jeremy Bodenhamer. Jeremy Bodenhamer and Joe Lynch discuss the 5 APIs of the Apocalypse. Jeremy defines APIs and why they are such a powerful force in ecommerce.

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Logistics Matter

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Visibility over shipments is the hot supply chain topic these days. Corporations are eager to know where their shipments are at all. Consumer expectations for rapid and low-cost business in a global and highly competitive environment prompt shippers to provide better and faster services.

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Cyzerg

MARCH 26, 2021

Digitalization (Industry 4.0) is a necessary evolution that businesses need to remain relevant and competitive in the twenty-first century. One of the most cost-efficient and swiftest ways to attain digitalization is by outsourcing information technology to specialized IT companies.

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Outsourcing Digital Efficiency Industry 226

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MAY 6, 2021

If your business isn’t already selling through multiple channels, you’re probably considering it. With good reason, given that 85% of American shoppers purchase through a minimum of two channels.

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 5, 2021

MONDAY: 2 PERS 1 MACHINE. TODAY: 1 PERSON 2 MACHINES. On a Thursday afternoon in the summer of 1997 I sent that pager message (remember pagers?) to Rick from the factory where I had spent a week working with Mr. Shimura of Shingijutsu and Reiko, his interpreter.

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Factories Exercises Picking Events 227

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? Do they have a proven ROI? Are they worth piloting? Or can companies safely ignore them? There are also promising technologies that we expect will deliver great value.

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Trends Supply Chains Automation Optimization 162

SIPMM Professional Publications

APRIL 18, 2021

Many aspects of the use of time, space, and resources are taken into consideration when designing modern logistic warehouses and distribution centers, making processes more effective through careful planning to increase customer satisfaction and experience.

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Purchasing Distribution Logistics Warehousing 111

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Food Logistics

MAY 6, 2021

In order to truly optimize cost of goods sold operations, businesses must begin to include transportation under their COGS umbrella. Transportation / 3PL/4PL

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Optimization Ordering Transportation Operations 104

Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2021

The Suez Canal Blockage of 2021 has cleared, and cargo is again flowing through that crucial gateway from Asia to Europe.

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Supply Chains Cargo Industry Logistics 119

Overdrive Online

MARCH 24, 2021

A bill reintroduced in the Senate would relax HOS regs for livestock and ag haulers. Also, the owner of a Rhode Island-based trucking company was sentenced for falsifying FMCSA documents; and TA donates to St. Christopher Fund. Hours of Service

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Supply Chain and Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2021

A nice article from Jan Hoffman of the IAME. Clearly it’s important to measure the costs, and how to do it is a big problem, given the fractionated international transport market. COVID-19 changes make it even more problematic, and then … Continue reading → Logistics Shipping Supply Chains international trade ocean shipping transportation

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Transportation Article How To Supply Chains 109

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Nicole Glenn and the Candor Expedite Story. Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss Nicole’s story and the story of her company, Candor Expedite. Nicole is the Founder and CEO of Candor Expedite. About Nicole Glenn.

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Logistics Matter

APRIL 29, 2021

Same-day or next-day deliveries are commonplace these days, but they are still the logistical nightmares they used to be for businesses. Sellers today are inundated with greater expectations of their buyers, compelled to find ways to overcome last-mile delivery challenges.

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How To Logistics 232

Cyzerg

APRIL 28, 2021

To ensure that your warehouse is operating at its optimal best, warehouse ventilation is one factor that you should focus on improving. A warehouse without proper ventilation could lead to uncomfortable employees and even unhealthy working conditions, leading to a lower productivity rate.

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Production Optimization Operations 206

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

APRIL 6, 2021

A successful ad campaign and a couple of good PR placements cause a hockey stick rise in demand and revenue. Life is good. But then a cell phone rings at the quarterly “we hit our numbers” meeting and the CFO suddenly trades his champagne glass for a cup of coffee. It’s the warehouse.

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