The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Changing Landscape of Supply Chain Executives Traditionally, supply chain executives excelled in managing functions like transportation, warehousing, inventory, and production planning but supply chain process extends beyond the firm, involving global relationships with suppliers and customers.

Purchasing Skills 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2014

I like many other gray-haired supply chain professionals reported through a functional organization like manufacturing or transportation. They first appeared on the scene in 2005. In the early years, there were no supply chain organizations. For me, it was manufacturing. I liked belonging to an organization that made things.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 289

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

When Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast of the United States in 2005, Cisco executives created a business continuity-planning dashboard to mitigate risks. Develop methodologies to measure risk for each supply chain node, warehouse, factory, supplier, geography, or transportation node. Case Study Resilience: CISCO. CONCLUSION.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

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Talking Logistics

JULY 7, 2017

Wolters Kluwer Transport Services is acquired by Castik Capital. I’m guessing the researchers didn’t came across many examples of supply chain disruptions caused by cyberattacks in 2005, but based on the recent WannaCry and Petya cyberattacks, their findings seem to hold true today. Source: Walmart. ACT Research: N.A.

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Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The best application of CPFR I’ve encountered was in 2005, when working for a meat manufacturer that received point-of-sale (POS) data four times a day (10am, noon, 2pm, 4pm) from over 600 stores from the largest retailer in the Netherlands. Recently, data-centric businesses like Fourkites and Project44 have been growing at a very fast pace.

Forecasting 88

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Here I am doing my standard Talking Logistics intro through one of my favorite filters: How awesome would it be to discuss blockchain or the capacity crunch in transportation using this filter for an entire episode? Lanehub Adds Backhaul Assist to Collaborative Transportation Network. Anybody want to join me as a guest?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 30, 2023

Spirit , which was spun off from Boeing in 2005, is a key supplier to both major aircraft manufacturers, Boeing and Airbus. Added Thoughts We have noted that labor activism should not be a surprise within deemed critical industry supply networks along with global and national services transportation and logistics services firms.

Wichita 52

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Many of the states affected contained key ports and supply destinations, as well as transportation and logistics hubs. The fuel supply chain could be one of many chains affected by a hurricane, especially if the hurricane threatens the Gulf of Mexico hampering the oil fields like Katrina did in 2005. These ports accounted for 18.3%

Supply Chain Risk Management 275

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2013

Now, UPS has aggressively grown into freight and other transportation solutions through a series of strategic acquisitions. The latest addition to this portfolio includes LTL and truckload freight services, which complements UPS’s global capabilities to provide customers a single source for multiple modes of transportation.

Puerto Rico 100

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3rdwave

MAY 24, 2019

In 2005, the IMO passed regulations to limit the amount of Sulphur Dioxide (SOx) emissions from maritime vessels. It will directly impact internationally sourced product landed costs through increased transportation cost. Higher transportation cost. What is the IMO low-sulfur requirement? Increased Carrier Risk.

Cost Reduction Strategies 88

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Spirit , which was spun off from Boeing in 2005, is a key supplier to both major aircraft manufacturers, Boeing, and Airbu s. The existing labor contract was scheduled to expire at midnight this Friday and both parties have been negotiating since the beginning of May.

Industrial 52

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 19, 2020

Even though many of the same ingredients are used in both food services and grocery stores, the ways products are sourced, packaged, and delivered through the two supply chains are very different. Since over half of the fruits and vegetables in the U.S. Food Industry Exchange. Food Business Status Reporting System for Crisis Management.

Food 100

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2016

A decade ago, Descartes’ solution footprint was relatively small: route planning solutions, a domestic transportation management system (TMS), and its Global Logistics Network for trading partner connectivity. Enhanced transportation management for more complex planning and tendering requirements.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2015

In my post last week about Descartes’ user conference , I commented on how the company had made 28 acquisitions since 2005, including 7 acquisitions since 2013, and how global trade content was a growing focus for the company (evidenced by its acquisition of Customs Info). and Convergence is the Word for 3PLs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Elementum

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Most companies even allocate some budget solely for the transportation of their solid wastes to landfills or recycling plants and the manpower and equipment needed to do so. To address these issues, companies are now looking to integrate Zero Waste solutions into their businesses.

Waste Reduction 74

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MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 17, 2021

For example, the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruption in Iceland caused a primary loss of freight transportation capacity, but that loss also robbed many companies of supply capacity. Source: James B. Global fallout not the rule Hurricane Katrina in 2005 did not have a high, global impact. Disruption comparison matrix?—?Source:

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Ikea is a good example as it has sourced close to 50 percent of its wood from sustainable foresters and hundred percent of its cotton from farms that meet better cotton standards (Ikea, n.d.). Sustainable production: is the production process that uses inputs with low environmental impact, is greatly effective and provoke no waste pollution.

Waste Reduction 78

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2015

Now, this week’s supply chain and logistics news, which was dominated by transportation-related items: Are Imports Moving to the East Coast? And here’s a chart they included in the post: Source: [link]. When it comes to transportation infrastructure funding, it’s the same old story.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

And customers, many of whom are Millennials, want to know the sourcing of the products they buy and will make decisions based on a company’s sustainability record. This is where it gets tricky, according to Yossi Sheffi, director of the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics. Last-Mile Delivery.

Sourcing Strategies 88

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 5, 2017

In the period of 2005-2010 I created research on the topic of demand-driven value networks as an analyst at AMR Research. Streaming data architectures are evolving, and there are few sources of definitive data. A reverse bill of material optimization in sourcing based on market cost. It is often out of sync with the market.)

Supply and Demand 171

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 8, 2016

The product naming convention changed to Demand Sensing (DS) in 2005. In 2007-2014 Terra added inventory management, multi-tier demand sensing, transportation forecasting, and long-term forecasting. There is greater dependency on third parties for manufacturing and sourcing. The Company has a checkered past.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

The Supply Chain Operating Network technology market evolved from the trading exchange market in 2000-2005. This can include demand sensing into Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Demand-Driven Materials Requirement Planning (DDMRP), the Internet of Things sensing, and the use of independent demand into transportation planning.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 16, 2020

Such information streamlined transactions and improved decision-making, but the ERP data did not initially permit connecting and compiling cross-functional data sources. People were introduced to the concept of big data in 2005. Supply chains did not widely adopt the earliest versions of big data products, however.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 9, 2020

Patrick Van Hull ( @PatrickVanHull1 ), a thought leader in the Kinaxis Strategy Office, points out, “In July 2005, epidemiologist Dr. Michael T. ” Moritz warns, “Supply chain leaders should prepare for additional disruptions in supply and transportation.” … Second, be flexible and encourage flexibility.

Supply Chain Risk Management 100

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 12, 2015

While this is bad news for oil producers, it is good news for US manufacturers who will see a significant fall in the cost of manufacturing and transportation. The only time it was higher was in December 2005, when it had briefly crossed $15. Since then, it has taken a big tumble and remained below $5 for the most part.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 26, 2017

Amazon’s because of their breath in physical and digital supply chain, innovation in material handling, transportation, etc and their vision completely disrupting the industry. Traditionally, the focus has been on building efficient organizational silos for make, source or deliver. The reason why? A Closer Look at Wal-Mart.

Sourcing Strategies 152

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GTG Technology Group

JULY 20, 2016

Each container has a different barcode, which is scanned upon entering and exiting transport. Transportation management systems (TMS) use this information in combination with cutting-edge software solutions to monitor shipping times, routes, and logistics. Live information feeds significantly improve transportation management.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 15, 2016

Since most companies invested in the automation of the enterprise, not the value network, visibility within the company and the transportation network is a strength. The process industry’s reliance on the 3PL transportation model is a similar dilemma. State of Industries. A Critical Review of the Contract Manufacturing Model.

Supply Chain Software 150

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

In April of 2005, just a month after completing my first half marathon (and vowing I would never run a full marathon in my life), I went to the finish line at the Boston Marathon and saw Team Hoyt for the first time. When I saw Team Hoyt cross the finish line in 2005, I turned to my now-wife and said “I want to run next year.”

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Unleashed

AUGUST 12, 2021

Insect protein Insects are a highly nutritious, dense source of protein. But attitudes are shifting – evidence of insects’ nutritional value, alongside the efficiency and sustainability of farming them, is contributing to their rise in popularity as a food source. Innovative food manufacturers are creating novel plant-based goods.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

Amazon’s trucking fleet is expanding rapidly; it launched in 2005 with the purchase of thousands of trailers used to shift goods between fulfillment centers. Source: Amazon.com. Amazon currently lists about 17,700 full-time vacancies on its website, about 920 in the logistics and transportation sector.

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EcoVadis

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Wegkamp explained that in the Netherlands, as in many places, railways have traditionally been the most sustainable form of transportation… until now. Electric cars are bringing a new threshold of low carbon transport. L’Oreal recently achieved a goal to reduce carbon footprint by 50% between 2005 and 2015.

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Supply Chain Network

JUNE 15, 2011

Further analysis shows that 2010 was about on par with 2005, and still well below the pre-recession years. Authored by transportation consultant Rosalyn Wilson of Delcan, Inc., Transportation costs were up 10.3 Department of Transportation, Penske Logistics, Macy’s, Adelante SCM Corporation, BNSF Rail and Fortna, Inc.,

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Logistics and Transportation Managers at manufacturers will have reports at their fingertips on how to continue to reduce transportation costs, a heavy portion of the expense budget, by leaning on data to continually improve. Between 2005 and 2008, the average annual number of robots sold was about 115,000 units.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

As a result, unit picking, shipping and returns is redefining warehouse management and transportation processes. This was not true in 2000-2005 where eCommerce capabilities by a manufacturer were seen as too competitive to retailers. eCommerce in manufacturing is accepted as a way of doing business for manufacturers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Following its acquisition of competitor Maytag in 2005, Whirlpool found itself entering an unprecedented period of growth, at which point the management team recognised the need to continuously optimise its supply chain design and make it more flexible and adaptive to ride out economic fluctuations. Mini Case Study: Whirlpool.

Inventory Reduction 101

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

Unlike Kmart Australia, the American company has a long history of steady decline in performance and profit, and is still in trouble today despite its merger with Sears in 2005. To optimise transportation and distribution. To streamline information flows up and down the supply chain through the use of EDI technology.

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