Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Just last week, my colleague Clint Reiser wrote an article about the top logistics and supply chain conferences to attend in 2024. 5 Supply Chain Predictions for 2023 ; Dr. Madhav Durbha ( Coupa Software ) So much has changed in a year! So, let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories of 2023.

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Kanban Logistics

JUNE 16, 2022

With the NOAA predicting a busier-than-usual hurricane season, there’s no better time to discuss the importance of supply chain preparedness. In this article, we’ll examine how Kanban does just that. Preventing supply chain disruption begins with careful planning as soon as a major weather event is forecasted.

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Kanban Logistics

MAY 13, 2021

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these Port volumes and how they tie into logistics infrastructure enhancements within North Carolina. According to an article in WilmingtonBiz , March saw a record-setting 18,782 container moves at the Port of Wilmington. Continued North Carolina logistics enhancements.

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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Prior to Gilead, Joydeep spent 10 years at Biogen, in roles of increasing responsibility in the areas of process sciences, manufacturing and supply chain. He also serves on the Board of Advisors for Culture Biosciences, as well on the Advisory Council for NC State University’s Supply Chain research program.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 11, 2017

by Melissa Clow This guest post comes to us from Jim Fulcher , Blogger on the Supply Chain Expert Community. We do have supply lines in the U.S. that are pretty extensive, particularly for the Corolla,” Scott Vazin, a Toyota spokesman, says in an article on Bloomberg. “We as a prime location, a USA Today article reports.

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

In this article, we’ll look at current warehousing trends and tell you why a North Carolina warehouse may make sense for your company. As for inventory, the pandemic has caused companies to reevaluate their supply chains. The supply chain delays associated with the pandemic have altered this approach.

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SCM Research

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

I spent the last couple of days at North Carolina State University to work on a joint research project with my good friend Robert Handfield. The SCRC’s organizational structure enables projects to be jointly led by SCRC directors and supply chain managers that financially support the SCRC. Handfield, R.,

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If you are searching for 3PL order fulfillment companies in North Carolina, or anywhere, you may come up against “minimums.” In this article, we’ll examine order fulfillment minimums and explain how to best navigate them. These minimum requirements can be a non-starter for smaller companies just ramping up their volumes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

As a professor, advisor, and supply chain practitioner, Justin has helped supply chain and logistics companies gain a competitive advantage through sustainability. Sustainable Logistics involves examining the ecological, social, and financial impacts of logistics, transportation, and supply chain activities.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

If there is one word that supply chain professionals are tired of hearing, it’s “shortage.” In this article, we’ll take a closer look at warehouse space shortages: their causes, when we can expect them to subside, and how 3PLs can help. Their outlook is not what supply chain stakeholders are hoping to hear.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 13, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. North Carolina is a great place to look for a vehicle. – North Carolina: $1,018/yr average. ADESA owns over 75 auction sites within North America, and has even expanded overseas to the UK in 2016. appeared first on Supply Chain Game Changer™.

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NC State SCRC

JULY 21, 2022

At first blush, many readers are probably asking the same question: what does the DOJ Antitrust Division have to do with supply chain management? [1]. I didn’t know a lot about what the Antitrust division within the Department of Justice does, nor how it works with supply chains, and this conversation definitely piqued my interest.

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Kanban Logistics

JUNE 30, 2022

In this article, we’ll examine what happened, what it means for importers, and how a third-party logistics (3PL) company can help. Doing so not only takes advantage of the recent exemption, but it also helps them receive product faster should supply chain shortages occur down the road. Turn to Kanban for solar panel logistics.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JANUARY 7, 2020

In this article, we will focus on current advancements in the world of the IoT , advancements that only a few short years ago were talked about but had no tangible demonstrations yet of their viability. In a relatively simple application, Cary, North Carolina is using the IoT to track the condition of its traffic lights.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

In today’s “Ripped from the Headlines” segment, I revisit these trends through the lens of recent news articles. is bringing a piece of its supply-chain operations in-house as the company reviews broader operations and management of its distribution.” Ralph Lauren to Bring Management of Distribution Site In-House (WSJ- sub.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Camp Lejeune, a Marine Corps Base in North Carolina, was recently hit with the largest environmental disaster in its history when toxic water was discovered in wells throughout the base. Water contamination article and permission to publish here provided by Daniyal Pervez.

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Kanban Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2021

In this article, we’ll look at some of the ways 3PL warehouse companies can help take the warehousing burden off of you and support your company’s growth in 2021 and beyond. To learn more about 3PL labor management in the wake of COVID, check out our recent blog article on warehouse staffing challenges. 3PLs offer value-added services.

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

In this article, we’ll examine JIT in detail, explain how a 3PL can help you take advantage of it, and discuss how JIT is still relevant post-pandemic. The pandemic – and resulting disruptions – highlighted several weak points in the modern supply chain, particularly in the sourcing of component products.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this article, we’ll identify and define the most common value-added warehousing services that a 3PL provider may perform. For example, Kanban’s distribution campus in Rocky Mount, North Carolina is served by CSX rail. To learn more about how we can simplify and optimize your supply chain, contact Kanban today.

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AB&R

JANUARY 10, 2019

The great news about supply chain compliance is that AB&R® makes it a breeze. Supply chain compliance may include things such as employee labor laws, hazardous material handling, and environmental concerns. Labels and Supplies. A compliant barcode is just the first step to supply chain compliance.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In this article, we’ll explain what ISO 9001 certification is and why it matters to your business. When working with a certified 3PL provider, you can have confidence that it has procedures in place to identify and mitigate potential risks, reducing the likelihood of disruptions to your supply chain.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In this article, we’ll tell you a little about what a 3PL warehousing operation looks like and give you 5 benefits that an outsourced 3PL relationship can have for your business. Additionally, 3PL providers have experience in dealing with a variety of supply chain disruptions, such as natural disasters and labor disputes.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In this article, we’ve listed several specific questions that you should ask your current or prospective 3PL provider to make sure that your pharmaceutical products are in good hands. In the wake of COVID-19 and resultant supply chain disruptions, many companies have begun to rethink their inventory management strategies.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 26, 2021

The impacts of the warehouse labor shortage continue to be felt across the supply chain. In this article, we’ll look at where the shortage currently stands and what you can expect in the future. According to a recent article in Supply Chain Dive , warehouse employment hit a new high in July.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

See, there’s a big difference between handling inbound logistics yourself and outsourcing it to a trusted North Carolina third-party logistics (3PL) provider that knows the manufacturing industry. Inbound logistics refers to the supply chain operations that lead up to the creation of the finished product.

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

According to a November 2022 article in The Wall Street Journal , warehousing providers cut 20,000 jobs between September and October 2022. Leave it to Kanban Logistics to find warehouse workers If your supply chain requires a strong East Coast presence, you can entrust your warehousing and distribution operations to Kanban Logistics.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Pandemic-related supply chain disruptions and labor shortages have hit hard, while consumer demand for products has simultaneously skyrocketed. According to a recent article in Logistics Management , manufacturing activity continued to grow in August. The past few years have been quite the rollercoaster for manufacturers.

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Kanban Logistics

MARCH 26, 2020

North Carolina, the Tar Heel State. North Carolina is first in something else too: business. In this article, we’ll examine the business and logistics characteristics of the state and explore the advantages your operation can enjoy by locating your distribution centers in North Carolina.

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 29, 2021

In this article, we’ll take a look at the current warehousing landscape and what you can do to secure storage for your products. A recent article in CNBC looks at the current warehousing landscape in the U.S. Space availability is at an all-time low as both B2C and B2B companies compete for facilities across the country.

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NC State SCRC

JULY 9, 2020

An article in the Wall Street Journal discussed the emerging technology of automation in the meat packing industry. The article notes that in April and May, more than 17,300 meat and poultry processing workers in 29 states were infected and 91 died, according to the U.S.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 24, 2020

Today’s WSJ front page shares the important role of one of Apple’s top senior executives who runs much of the procurement and supply chain activity for Apple – Tony Blevins. Mr. Blevins studied industrial engineering at North Carolina State, and grew up near Jefferson, NC in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In this article, we explore outdoor warehouse storage and tell you what to look for in a 3PL that offers it. This is especially useful in light of the current supply chain congestion that is plaguing the US. What is outdoor warehouse storage? Turn to Kanban Logistics for outdoor warehouse space in NC.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Supply chain disruptions have caused bottlenecks throughout the country. In this article, we’ll look at some of the ways that an East Coast 3PL can support these efforts, including container yard services. The big deal is that many of the current supply chain disruptions involve the inability to move containers.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

When it comes to the pharmaceutical supply chain, safety is the name of the game. And perhaps no element of the supply chain is more integral to the safety of pharmaceutical products than the warehouse. 5 things to look for in pharmaceutical supply chain 3PL. Can the 3PL segregate products appropriately?

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Kanban Logistics

MARCH 11, 2021

In this article, we’ll check in with the Port of Virginia and see why it may be an ideal East Coast destination for your overseas imports. According to a recent article from the American Journal of Transportation , the Port saw container volumes decline substantially in early 2020 due to the pandemic. A commitment to newer chassis.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2022

Manifest is an event that is focused on the future of logistics technology and how technology is transforming and disrupting the supply chain and how goods are moved around the world. Everyone is talking about the supply chain. Eighty percent of the greenhouse gases come from the supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Article Summary. In America, for example, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill decided mid-August, 2020, a week after classes had begun, to cancel in-person education when 177 students were isolated after coronavirus testing. ” Supply Chain and Industry-Specific Training Online.

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