GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

The benefits to the use of warehouse robots, loading, unloading and delivery are evident. Robots do not sleep. They do not drink. They do not complain, and they do not need a paycheck. Robots are rapidly becoming one of the most prevalent enterprises within the logistics industry. As explained by Steve Banker of Forbes magazine , Amazon has unleashed an army of robots in their distribution centers for the purposes of picking and packaging.

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The Network Effect

APRIL 9, 2016

Rwanda is a tiny country in Africa, the fourth smallest to be exact, but one making giant strides in embracing the latest technology. In fact, in some cases it is leapfrogging many first world countries in the race to do business, smarter, cheaper, better. Rwanda is at a distinct disadvantage. It’s small (about the size of Maryland), landlocked, and mountainous.

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Kinaxis

APRIL 15, 2016

by Jonathan Matthews When talking about exciting new advancements that are coming to the supply chain, the discussion will always usually end up focused around 3D printing. Rightly so, as the 3D printer has opened up new opportunities never before possible in the supply chain. Rather than having to wait for a specialized part, companies can now print the part they need right on site.

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Freightos

APRIL 12, 2016

We’re huge fans of innovation in the logistics space. Which is why we’re taking our hats off to SpaceX for delivering 7,000 lbs of cargo to the International Space Station (ISS) this week using a reusable rocket – the Falcon 9. As a result, the launch costs “only” $90 million (of which $200,000 went to fuel). Given that the ISS orbits at about 250 miles, that comes out to about $50,000 mile/ton.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2016

The supply chain is playing host to emerging logistics technologies and modern marvels of an industrialized society. We've discussed how robotics are becoming more prevalent throughout the industry , and we've looked at how the transportation management system is providing unparalleled insight into the everyday actions of today’s shippers and logistics providers.

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Kinaxis

APRIL 11, 2016

by Melissa Clow How are companies meeting the challenge of big data, the Internet of Things and the need for change management? How does the big trends affect supply chain management? In this video, hear a wide-ranging roundtable discussion with industry leaders about how companies are meeting the challenge of big data, the Internet of Things and the need for change management — all with the goal of improving the planning function and achieving end-to-end supply-chain visibility.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 14, 2016

“The El Niño phenomenon,” writes Erica E. Phillips (@EEPhillips_WSJ), “is behind extreme weather patterns seen from India to Panama. With … Continued. The post Stormy Weather: Supply Chain Risk Management and Climate Change appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 15, 2016

We’re all in business to create revenue, somehow, some way. It’s true if you’re a warehouse manager maintaining distribution operations. It’s true if you’re a logistics supervisor assessing 3PL vendors. It’s especially true if you’re on the front lines of sales, finding qualified prospects. Whether you like it or not, your activity contributed to revenue, directly or indirectly.

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

APRIL 13, 2016

Personal and corproate taxation has been top of mind this week. Suddenly all sorts of UK policticians are publishing their tax returns in an attempt to show themselves whiter than white. Well, the tax returns will be Persil-white won't they or otherwise the tax man will already have had a word?

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2016

Organizations continue to look for areas of opportunity and inspiration on the quest to improve the operational efficiency of their supply chain. While technology capabilities are plentiful, for many, it’s not immediately obvious where one should start. What I have attempted to do here is provide a staged view on how I would categorize significant technology enablement, with one category potentially building upon the other.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 11, 2016

One of my favorite Saturday Night Live skits was “Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey,” where Jack would share a brief thought-provoking question or observation on something strange, mundane, or just plain ridiculous. For example, watch this clip for Jack’s deep thoughts on time travel etiquette. A couple of supply chain deep thoughts popped into my head this morning as I caught up on industry news.

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The Network Effect

APRIL 15, 2016

by Brewster Smith, Project Manager, Tompkins International. Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) is a fundamental process that all retail, manufacturing and consumer products companies should have in place. Surprisingly, many companies do not have a process to formally balance product supply with product demand. Many articles and books have already been written on the technical steps which outline a successful S&OP program.

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PINC

APRIL 14, 2016

Chris Cunnane , ARC analyst and contributing writer for Logistics Viewpoints , recently wrote an exciting article talking about the current and future state of Drone technology in transportation and logistics. He explores some immediate aopportunities and presents the readers with some insightful information about where the industry is heading to.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2016

In ARC‘s recent Supply Chain Visibility & Collaboration Study, we found that the supply chain visibility & collaboration market is the fastest growing supply chain market. Over a year ago, ARC started to come across large corporations investing in supply chain control towers as a way of taking their supply chain program to the next level.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2016

Companies moving into new warehouse space need to take an honest assessment of their current and expected business to maximize their operations. While that may seem obvious, there are potential pitfalls along the way that can create less than desirable conditions, decrease efficiency, and possibly endanger the safety of warehouse workers. A new warehouse is like a blank canvas with its size just one aspect to consider.

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The Network Effect

APRIL 9, 2016

There’s a fascinating article at IndustryWeek on disruption in the automotive industry. Steve Kiefer, Vice president global purchasing and supply chain at General Motors, makes it clear that GM has been disrupting the automotive industry for over a 100 years. With the introduction of the electric starter motor, “all of a sudden the automobile became accessible to everyone,” said Kiefer, who since 2013 has led GM’s global purchasing and supply chain.

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4WL Consulting

APRIL 14, 2016

In our last post we discussed the problems shippers face when they rely on 3PLs that settle for blanket pricing from their carriers. You can read that post here. In this article we’ll provide you with specific steps you can take when negotiating with 3PLs to ensure you are getting the best possible rates and service. It starts by making sure the 3PLs you are talking to have a very clear picture of your business and shipping needs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 12, 2016

In markets with unpredictable logistics questions, automation can help businesses find the answer Companies are leaping head first into new markets, looking to cash in on the lucrative omni-channel opportunities unlocked by the global expansion of e-commerce. Yet as they race to add customers, build sales and boost revenues abroad, many companies are putting potential profits in jeopardy by entering new markets without a solid plan for managing their global shipping and logistics operations.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 14, 2016

In this episode, Greg Kefer, Vice President of Corporate Marketing at GT Nexus , discusses the trends, challenges, and opportunities associated with supply chain digital transformation. He discusses the following questions and more: What is Digital Transformation in the Supply Chain? Why is there so much buzz about it today? Together with Cap Gemini, GT Nexus recently surveyed over 325 executives from large companies in North America and Europe to gain insight on the current state of digital tra

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PINC

APRIL 14, 2016

Chris Cunnane , ARC analyst and contributing writer for Logistics Viewpoints , recently wrote an exciting article talking about the current and future state of Drone technology in transportation and logistics. He explores some immediate aopportunities and presents the readers with some insightful information about where the industry is heading to.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2016

“Retailers are facing unprecedented pressure to increase sales, decrease costs and retain customers,” writes Ted Moyer, a solutions consultant at … Continued. The post On-Shelf Availability Remains a Significant Challenge across Retail appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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Shippers and logistics service providers are pressured to match the “Amazon effect” for fast and efficient service across multiple B2C, B2B, and D2C channels. Perfect order delivery - on-time and in-full at the lowest possible cost – is critical. However, recent surveys of supply chain stakeholders reveal that many don't have the technology necessary to achieve it.

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River Logic

APRIL 12, 2016

Over the last 50 years, US companies have been battling a decrease in their asset profitability. Despite an improved economy, higher productivity from workers and technology, and larger profits, return on assets (or ROA) has been on a steady decline across the economy.

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CHAINalytics

APRIL 12, 2016

By Rohit Prasad Sarma | Manager, Supply Chain Design, Chainalytics | India faces some serious infrastructure, surface transportation and logistical hurdles that compromise its supply chains: Inadequate, inefficient highways and railroads–largely a legacy of the British colonial era, developed to transport troops, agricultural products and raw materials–sprawl across 3.2 million square kilometres of varying topography. […].

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PINC

APRIL 15, 2016

Matt Yearling, PINC's CEO, has written an article that was published by Logistics Viewpoints talking about the four stages of digital disruption in the Supply Chain.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 11, 2016

Research conducted by Source for Consulting in partnership with business applications and service provider Advanced revealed, “Just 37 per cent … Continued. The post Digital Supply Chain Transformation: Are You Ready? appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Elementum

APRIL 15, 2016

Consumer electronics could be facing months of supply chain disruptions after the Kumamoto quakes rattled manufacturers in Southern Japan. What Happened. A 7.3 tremor struck the industry-heavy region of Kumamoto, in southern Japan, early Saturday morning. Just two days earlier, a 6.4-magnitude shake rattled the same area, killing nine, injuring thousands, and shutting down industries.

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Supply Chain Trend

APRIL 12, 2016

An S&OP implementation requires many changes, not the least behavioural change. However, there are different behavioural change requirements during S&OP maturity stages. In four posts, four coaching phases will be explained to support leaders with behavioural change in different S&OP maturity phases. These are; Coach to change , coach to sustain , coach for excellence and coach for vision & culture.

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PINC

APRIL 15, 2016

Matt Yearling, PINC's CEO, has written an article that was published by Logistics Viewpoints talking about the four stages of digital disruption in the Supply Chain.

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