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Trends, Technology and Sustainability in Focus at LogiSYM MENA 2021

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Supported by partners Heriot-Watt University, Pedersen & Partners and RV Consultancy, the full-day agenda featured a stellar line-up of speakers presenting and discussing key issues facing logistics and supply chain management practitioners. Leadership Excellence for the Digital Age – LogiSYM January/February 2018.

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Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Freightos Baltic Index Global Container Freight Index shows the cost of shipping freight remains hugely elevated – more than double the price a year earlier. In fact, global freight rates have increased tenfold since the start of the pandemic. Brand loyalty is no longer the driver for consumer purchasing decisions.

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6 Essential Procurement Training Courses for Professionals: How To Begin and Advance Your Career in Procurement

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Procurement training equips you to excel in the corporate world by teaching you everything from supplier dynamics to negotiating strategies. Procurement presents an array of promising opportunities within numerous organizations, making it an exhilarating field. What is procurement and purchasing Lesson 2. Types of procurement.

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Stories of Supply Chain Leadership: An Interview with Joan Motsinger of Seagate

Supply Chain Shaman

Many companies talk about Supply Chain Excellence, but most leaders struggle to define it. One supply chain leader, in a discussion last week, likened supply chain excellence to fitness. He felt that supply chain excellence was analogous. Our journey for supply chain excellence has changed and evolved over time.

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Last Mile eCommerce: Why eCommerce Logistics Now Requires Expertise in Last Mile & White Glove Logistics Services

GlobalTranz

Even custom-built kitchens can now be ordered via Homedepot.com, so the demand for more than just delivery is present, explains Supply Chain Digest. It can include assembly and installation, furniture repair, pickups, and exchanges, reports Brian Straight of Freight Waves. White glove service. If personalized service.

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Why Reverse Logistics Systems and Transportation Management Should Be Considered Together

GlobalTranz

This presents opportunities for developing new revenue streams, an exciting challenge to logistics professionals. So, many suppliers utilize outside logistics management to ensure customers remain fully satisfied and continue to repeat purchasing. meaningful and accurate performance metrics. reverse logistic cycle time control.

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Is Inventory Waste or an Asset?

Supply Chain Shaman

While forecast accuracy, if used well, can reduce safety stock, what I find in the study of the global multi-national is the rise of cycle stock due to increased item complexity, and the increase of in transit inventories due to longer freight lanes and longer cycles in ocean transportation.