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Decision-Centric Planning: Tackling Real-World Supply Chain Challenges

ToolsGroup

In our previous discussion on decision-centric planning , we explored its fundamental principles and how it can revolutionize supply chain management. During the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chains faced unprecedented disruptions due to lockdowns, restrictions on movement and shifts in consumer behavior.

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How Shippers And Logistics Providers Can Keep The Relationship Fresh

Talking Logistics

To thrive in today’s dynamic supply chain environment, it’s critical to continue challenging the status quo and to proactively find ways to drive innovation and optimization. Commitment to Continuous Improvement, Not Just Short-term Savings. What key metrics should they be driving for as an organization?

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Consumer Demand Helping Drive 3PL Industry Growth

Talking Logistics

These demands put increasing pressure on retailers, who in turn, pass that burden onto their suppliers – further increasing complexity and intensifying pressure on supply chains. This has created what some in the industry are referring to as “supply chain impatience.”. True Partnership to Drive Operational Excellence.

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Supply Chain Scope: New Study Shows Rise in US Inventories; California Estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030

Arkieva

This and much more, in your Monday supply chain briefing from Arkieva. Supply Chain News. Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. Supply Chain Strategy. Is Integrated Supply Chain Planning Rubbish? Source: Commerce Dept.

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The Better Goal: More Fuel Efficient Trucks or Using Fewer Trucks?

Talking Logistics

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly proposed standards for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles that would improve fuel efficiency and cut carbon emissions. Robinson and TMC earned second place in CSCMP’s Supply Chain Innovation Award.

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Gamification - Incentivising Blue Collar Workforce

Shipsy

Initially, the term “gamification” got people talking when Gartner included it to its “Hype Cycle” list in 2011. Gamifying last mile deliveries With the supply chain industry making the most of the current technological boom, automation of end-to-end logistical processes is becoming increasingly popular.

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Gamification – Incentivising Blue Collar Workforce

Shipsy

Initially, the term “gamification” got people talking when Gartner included it to its “Hype Cycle” list in 2011. Gamifying Last Mile Deliveries With the supply chain industry making the most of the current technological boom, automation of end-to-end logistical processes is becoming increasingly popular.