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Managing for Daily Improvement: Bridging the Gap Across Teams and KPIs

Talking Logistics

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) thrives on the notion that there is always room for improvement, and it looks to eliminate defects that can hinder the flow of a process from moving toward its performance end goal. The question to pose instead is “How can we improve?” He has also held management positions at UPS and Airborne Express/DHL.

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How Shippers And Logistics Providers Can Keep The Relationship Fresh

Talking Logistics

Implement a Continuous Improvement Methodology: To help support the pursuit of optimizing performance in both the short-term and long-term, the 3PL should employ a continuous improvement approach, such as Lean Six Sigma (LSS). Lean Six Sigma is a way to not simply accept the old way of doing things, but to ask “ Why do I do that?

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Consumer Demand Helping Drive 3PL Industry Growth

Talking Logistics

Mr. McGuigan has certifications as a GE Six Sigma Green Belt and in GE Project Management, and in 2012, he was recognized as a “Pro to Know” by Supply and Demand Chain Executive. McGuigan joined Transplace during the acquisition of SCO Logistics in April 2011, where he was President and CEO.

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The Evolution of the Direct-to-Consumer Supply Chain

Talking Logistics

Mr. McGuigan has certifications as a GE Six Sigma Green Belt and in GE Project Management, and in 2012, he was recognized as a “Pro to Know” by Supply and Demand Chain Executive. McGuigan joined Transplace during the acquisition of SCO Logistics in April 2011, where he was President and CEO.

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The Branded Supply Chain

DELMIA Quintiq

And Whirlpool’s supply chain embodies its brand value of innovation with Six Sigma accuracy and cutting-edge manufacturing processes. The California Transparency in Supply Chains Act went into effect in 2012, applying to all retailers and manufacturers with annual global revenues of more than $100m doing business in California.

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10 Must-Watch Negotiation Movies: Master the Art of Persuasion with These Gripping Films

SCMDOJO

Django Unchained (2012) In “Django Unchained,” the compelling story of Django, a former slave who became a bounty hunter, is explored. Django is on a mission to save his wife Broomhilda from cruel plantation owner Calvin Candie. Dr. Muddassir has received a PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University Management School.

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Judging Supply Chain Improvement: Campbell Soup Case Study

Supply Chain Shaman

During the period of 2006-2012, Campbell Soup Company outperformed its peer group on the Supply Chain Index. Food and Beverage Company Performance on the Supply Chain Index for the Period of 2006-2012. Background on the Supply Chain Index. Dave asked his team to join him for the discussion. Conclusion: Figure 2.