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Ferguson’s Commitment to Supply Chain Excellence Drives Customer Satisfaction

Logistics Viewpoints

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Ferguson PLC In 2022, I wrote an article called The Best Supply Chain Company You Have Never Heard Of. The article was about Ferguson PLC, a value-added distributor of plumbing and heating products. Steve Banker When I think of the AutoStore solution.

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5 Things to Look for When Vetting Logistics Transportation Services

GlobalTranz

Even more complex, some 3PLs may offer different degrees of service, such as a 4PL model that blends a shipper’s existing network and fleets with a 3PL’s technology and solution, as discussed in this third-party versus fourth-party value article. . Always Turn to the Data to See Expectations for ROI and Value. Learn More.

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Ocean Risk Management part 2: Navigating Global Shipping Alliance

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Ocean Risk Management part 2: Navigating Global Shipping Alliance The shipping industry continues to evolve. In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the alliance model in the shipping industry, compare the solo strategy versus alliance strategy, and provide tips on how shippers can prepare for market swings.

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Editor’s Choice: Labor Shortage and the Rise of Real-Time Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

This article is from Longbow and looks at the ongoing labor shortage and supply chain visibility. due to a lack of visibility, they are having a hard time effectively managing processes, and unloading imports, resulting in slow delivery times and shipping delays rippling across the entire supply chain. continue to face challenges?with

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Welcome to A Day at ProMat 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

For those of you that were unable to attend, this article will provide a thorough second-hand experience of a day at this expansive exhibit. McCormick Place South The South Hall is home to the IT Solutions Center and the South Manufacturing and Assembly Solutions Center. Körber Supply Chain was exhibiting its range of solutions.

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

Despite the inherent challenges, a 2018 McKinsey article estimated that the payoff of agility enabled by digitalization can be staggering: “For companies that aim well and execute effectively, the resulting cost reductions could be transformational. Terence Leung is Senior Director, Solutions Marketing at Blue Yonder.

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How to Optimize the Medical Device Supply Chain

QAD

In a recent article in MD+DI , QAD Life Sciences Director Jennifer Petrosky describes essential ways to optimize the medical device supply chain. Implementing digital demand planning and forecasting solutions. Expanding supplier relationships. Designing and implementing updated risk mitigation strategies.