Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

The disruptions caused by COVID-19 came in the form of port delays, warehouse quarantine requirements , and travel restrictions. It’s time to shift the dialog about labor in logistics. Simply stated, logistics jobs need to be more competitive with alternatives. This means that labor must shift from other functions to logistics.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As 2016 comes to an end, a quick thank you to all of our readers, followers, and sponsors for another great year of learning and conversation on Talking Logistics. Over $43,000 — the amount of money our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team raised in support of JDRF and its quest to turn Type 1 Diabetes into Type None.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2018

And that is why on November 3, together with my Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure teammates, I will be riding 100 miles in support of JDRF to help us find a cure. So, I have a small ask: It doesn’t cost you anything to access the posts and videos we publish on Talking Logistics, thanks to our sponsors. E2open Acquires Cloud Logistics.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2016

Here on Talking Logistics , however, the sun is shining bright. Why Use Augmented Reality in Your Warehouse or DC? The Impact of SOLAS on Ocean Shipping and Data Management. Sports Authority: Another Not-So-Great Moment in Supplier Relationship Management. The Impact of Omni-Channel on Logistics (3,528 views).

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Transportation and materials costs skyrocketed, as did unanticipated costs related to unplanned or uncontrolled ocean container demurrage, premium air freight, or added inventory warehousing costs. The ultimate costs in warehousing, inventory carrying costs and other dimensions are still being assessed.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. The Case for Competing on Logistics Talent. Aligning Warehouse Labor Management with Omni-Channel Strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. Now imagine what the distribution center of 2045 will look like if technology continues to disrupt logistics as profoundly as it has done since the 1990s. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators.

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Logility

AUGUST 30, 2023

Limited Data Handling Capabilities Excel is a versatile tool for basic data management and analysis, but when it comes to handling vast amounts of complex supply chain data, it falls short. Consider a scenario where a retailer relies on Excel to manage inventory levels across multiple warehouses.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The end-to-end logistics network represents a big investment for companies — as well as a key source of competitive advantage. One often-overlooked logistics asset is yard operations — the physical space outside warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities where inbound and outbound shipments are handled.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 31, 2023

This multinational operates 280 factories and 500 warehouses, that source raw materials from 52,000 suppliers in over 150 countries, processes 25 million customer orders annually, that are then shipped to customers in over 190 nations. These include such well-known brands as Dove, Vaseline, Hellman’s and Ben & Jerry’s.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

The report further indicated that Anthropic has committed to spend upwards of $4 billion on Amazon’s various Cloud infrastructure, data management software applications or custom graphics processor chips over the next five years. The deal reportedly will further enhance Oracle’s logistics software deployment capabilities across Europe.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

We’ll explore a few general solutions offered by leading technology platforms that retailers and logistics providers alike should consider: Carrier Allocation: Optimize cost and reduce risk by expanding partnerships with carriers and delivery service providers, improving capacity and flexibility. Technology can help.

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Logility

JULY 14, 2022

says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics. Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference. A 3PL offers a comprehensive range of services, including transportation, warehousing, distribution, and value-added solutions such as inventory management, packaging, and assembly.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

And now let us examine the reasons why a career in logistics offers so much diversity to so many workers. It touches many departments, from production, procurement, shipping, accounting, and finance to marketing, warehousing, research and development, and sales. You learn the suppliers’ business, you learn the customers’ business.

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Vinculum

APRIL 21, 2022

You may think that warehouse management is a smooth and straightforward job, but in reality, it needs a lot of concentration to serve the purpose of running the business smoothly. Warehouse management includes scanning, data entry, cataloging, billing, and other relatable warehouse management operations.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2021

His vast expertise in Supply Chain and Logistics and Business development was readily apparent and I knew that he was someone that you would always want to listen to. My career in supply chain and logistics began by accident. I spent 5 years in warehouse solutions and got a deep dive into import / export.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Too much data without the infrastructure in place to manage it suggests that companies are collecting data that has little relevance or no meaningful application. The proper approach is to start with the business objectives and the key questions you want to be answered so you can then seek out the relevant data.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2018

It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. 2018 Trend #3: Enterprise Mobility Penetration into the Supply Chain.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 11, 2018

Planners focused on their local operations or warehouses and servicing customers in their territory. It managed local inventories fed by regional warehouses and factory warehouses (See Figure 1 below). Planners needed to be able to make global decisions based on full data visibility and control of their reference data.

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

But today, these technological advancements are becoming a reality and transforming the logistics industry. With on-demand logistics on the rise (due to high standards and expectations around accurate, fast, and reliable delivery), technology continues to play a tremendous role in supply chain efficiency. Warehouse robotics.

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Vinculum

JULY 18, 2022

The director of Vijay sales, Nilesh Gupta, says the big companies are snapping the warehouse space as the sales of air-conditioners and refrigerators are raised by 10-12%. The strategy and business development head at Reliance, Gaurav Jain, comes with the idea to expand the warehouse management to fulfil the customer’s potential.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Omnichannel Shopping Will Drive Freight Data Trends Freight data trends are the result of trends among consumers, and as a result, omnichannel shopping experiences will influence freight data use and application in 2019. As omnichannel shopping becomes the standard for consumers, the use of freight data will excel.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Constant shifts in market forces, regulations, globalization, and demand must be routinely evaluated against internal processes, suppliers, warehousing and logistics partners. And as a result, the accuracy of supply chain planning is particularly susceptible.

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Modern warehouses today contain a mixture of equipment, software solutions and highly skilled professionals in order to fulfill the supply chain requirements, all requiring warehouse maintenance. Over the past decade, warehouses have been a trusted source of practicing seamless logistics operations. (Infographic).

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Seven ways Turvo helps build a more sustainable supply chain for third-party logistics providers (3PLs), shippers of raw materials and finished goods, and their end customers. Unified data enables analytics to create efficiency and reduce emissions in several ways. Get Even More Logistics Insights Now.

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Vinculum

JULY 20, 2022

They also keep track of the in and out of the stocks and have an eye on inventory management, logistics, and warehouse management. They manage the in and out of stock, inventory, warehouse, and logistics management. The Metaverse. In Malaysia, 98.5%

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

Growing up I worked in lots of warehouses and was very interested in art. As a freelance marketer, I often worked closely with clients in the transportation and logistics space, so I began to understand the business. Transitioned to transportation and logistics when a recommended me for an opportuniy. Where did you grow up?

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Designed to repair complex and fractured processes, algorithms can only provide information – it takes a human with logistics expertise to handle any exceptions and provide a quick response to changing circumstances. In short, AI can increase speed and accuracy in number crunching, data handling, and supplier vetting.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 16, 2021

Storage efficiency measures how effectively a customer is utilizing square footage in the warehouse. Additionally, the way a product is pulled could be creating a honeycomb effect, where empty space drives up warehouse costs. Material handling is anything that happens to a product while it is stored in the warehouse.

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Vinculum

APRIL 27, 2021

Let’s start with the basic question: What is Inventory Management? Inventory management refers to the planning and process of buying, storing and selling of logistics or stock regardless of whether its raw materials, parts of products or final goods. Only then can the company turn their green lights on.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Realistically, you may have to prioritize due to logistical or budget limitations. Gather and analyze supply chain data to help you recognize trends and patterns that indicate both strengths and areas for improvement. Not only does this generate incorrect information, this “dirty” data then leads to sluggish, inefficient operations.

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RFgen

JULY 1, 2022

Cycle counting is an essential best practice inventory control in the warehouse. It’s also a seemingly endless task, taking staff, time, and productivity away from valuable warehouse activities. Cycle counting re-affirms accuracy, making it a critical component of your warehouse hygiene. So why do it? Operational Efficiency.

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Vinculum

JULY 14, 2022

The E-commerce platform is enhanced in terms of logistics operations and management of warehouses and inventories. Such a process helps manage the revenue and achieve the goal of cost-effective supply management. Logistics management. Buyer-seller relationships.

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Vinculum

APRIL 18, 2022

Massive shortages and constraints will continue in logistics, but eCommerce businesses must adopt sustainable strategies now. Legacy systems still critical include transportation management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS). You can own one Order Management System to manage order fulfilments.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

The demand planner will typically take the lead in gathering data relating to historical sales trends , a crucial early step in the planning process. The demand planner must engage sales, marketing, finance, and logistics colleagues to gather the required data. Warehouse capacity utilisation. Here are five of them.

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