Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

It took time for the situation to normalize, especially for complex products like semiconductors that require a lot of moving parts in the global supply chain. Just when it seemed that 2024 would be a very welcome year of “normal” supply chains, the Red Sea crisis proved that for global supply chains, there is no such thing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As an engineer, former solutions architect and now CEO of a leading supply chain technology company, I have a real affinity and respect for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and their teams, without whom successful enterprise technology deployments would be impossible. We’re just not meeting customer expectations.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The global economy has gone through an incredibly tumultuous time since 2020. From lockdown-induced purchasing highs, soaring logistics costs and supply chain snarls to waning demand, soaring inflation, and fears of recession – there has never been a dull moment. . Freight rates as a forward looking indicator of CPI.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

My last post on the Supply Chain Shaman blog was forty-five days ago. Then it was the redefinition of the supply chain for the global shutdowns Sick with the virus; I spent my energies writing and moderating podcasts. As we moved into our new roles, for all supply chains, demand shifted. Time to Know.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

For a few years now, supply chain professionals and pundits have been speculating on what the so-called “new normal” will look like. I propose it’s high time we acknowledge the futility of the “new normal” conversation and put it to rest, once and for all. Normalcy is no more. 17% went bankrupt, went private, or were acquired.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 22, 2024

As recent times have shown us, political matters across the world can have an impact on shipping routes, thus affecting the prices of goods all around the world. But what steps can you take to a more resilient supply chain during disruptions? If you’re ready to learn more about creating stronger supply chains, read below.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

It’s hard to predict what demand will be like for products like these ahead of time. Just take a look at pricing fluctuations for Suntory’s Yamazaki 12 Year Old. Is ocean freight pricing broken? But decisions about how many barrels to produce or how many ships to sail have to be made in advance. And it can be fixed.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sustainable supply chains are not just beneficial for society and the environment; they’re crucial for a business’s future prosperity. For that, long-term supply chain planning and budgeting needs data to back every decision. A green supply chain boosts brand reputation and can lead to increased sales.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

It’s hard to predict what demand will be like for products like these ahead of time. Just take a look at pricing fluctuations for Suntory’s Yamazaki 12 Year Old. Is ocean freight pricing broken? But decisions about how many barrels to produce or how many ships to sail have to be made in advance. And it can be fixed.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 31, 2022

I interviewed John Sobeck, Vice President Material Management Services and Supply Chain 4.0 at the ZF Group, about their digital supply chain transformation journey. The ZF supply chain is complex. ZF’s Digital Supply Chain. It turns out ZF has been on this journey for over 20 years!

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Logility

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Why Network Optimization Is the Key to Consumer Packaged Goods Supply Chain Resiliency It has been a few years since the onset of the pandemic exposed the tragic consequences of supply chain fragility within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. However, we might not be out of the weeds just yet.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2021

Seventy-one percent of the surface of our “blue planet” is covered by oceans which is also reflected in the fact that 80% of goods are moved via sea transportation within the global supply chain [1]. Waiting times in ports contribute to pollution, as the engine of a vessel stays running as it continues to power its onboard systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

Mars has been on a journey to transform their digital supply chain. In 2019, Will Beery was appointed the vice president and tasked with leading the company’s global digital supply chain transformation. Mars’s Digital Transformation Mr. Beery started by asking, “what does a digital supply chain mean for us?”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2021

The SVP of Supply Chain at Walmart speaking at Blue Yonder’s virtual user conference. Following their fourth quarter results, top executives talked about their supply chain and omnichannel strategy at a high level. billion, just 2.8% Walmart has been very open about what it takes to compete with Amazon.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience. Every industry sector and every business across the board, in APAC and around the globe have been impacted by the Great Supply Chain Disruption over the last two years, causing a blow out of transportation costs and continuous delays at every stage of the channel.

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Ware2Go

JUNE 20, 2023

See the latest insights on ocean freight rates and other trends that fast-growing businesses should know about to plan for 2023 peak season. In this article: Ocean Freight: Key Stats & Industry News Ocean Freight Shipping: What to Watch For In 2023 Freight Shipping From China & Alternatives What Are The Current Ocean Freight Rates?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the resiliency test. Let’s start here: what is supply chain resilience? What is Supply Chain Resilience? 2020 Was A Year Of Supply Chain Disruption.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 27, 2024

The world of supply chain management is fast-paced. Performance for Supply Chain Management Software on Mac Have you ever run sophisticated supply chain management software on Mac? In a gist, maintaining your Mac’s health is just as important as choosing the right software.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 7, 2020

You can’t scan the headlines without coming across an article or advertisement about sustainability, but there is precious little information about how supply chain planning software supports green initiatives. Here are four ways smart supply chain planning directly impacts sustainability initiatives.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Supply chain is once again front-page news in the general business media. Meanwhile, supply shortages and price inflation are getting the front page in consumer-focused publications and plenty of airtime on televised news. I believe there are many reasons for the current supply shortages and supply chain disruptions.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 31, 2022

For decades, the global supply chain has been a wonder. The Economist observes, “Supply chains encompass some of the most sophisticated forms of human endeavor.”[1] 2] Yet, as a result of current supply chain snarls, many pundits believe the global supply chain is completely broken.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2022

Amidst ongoing uncertainty caused by COVID-19 lockdowns in Asia, war in Europe, scarce raw materials and steep inflation, companies are stockpiling inventory as never before in the hopes of mitigating future supply chain shocks. As soon as inventory hits the yard, it gets lost in a shuffle of trailers.

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Logility

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Make over your supply chain to get visibility into potential future disruptions. There’s always a lot at stake in supply chain management. Technology leapt to the forefront as visibility into the entire supply chain became essential. What’s a supply chain manager to do?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

RPA as it is also referred to, has the capability to transform supply chain management. For an industry that increasingly requires higher logistics pipeline velocity without sacrificing accuracy and at lower costs, RPA is a natural choice for high performing supply chain organisations. Inventory Management.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 31, 2023

In-transit inventory is a frequently overlooked aspect of inventory management and accounting for product businesses. What is in-transit inventory? In-transit inventory is products that have been shipped by the seller but have yet to reach the customer. Who owns in-transit inventory?

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Logility

MARCH 29, 2022

Truly resilient supply chains can only be built with complete visibility. The COVID-19 pandemic may have been the catalyst for the ongoing supply chain crisis, triggering economic slowdowns, layoffs, and production stoppages, but it is certainly not the whole cause. Recent Supply Chain Disruptions.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2019

I’ve been an industry analyst for over 20 years and achieving timely and accurate supply chain visibility has always been — and continues to be — a top priority for companies across all industries. It’s an ongoing challenge because supply chains continue to get more fragmented, more global, and more dynamic.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2022

The manufacturing industry faces many challenges, such as a skilled labor shortage, supply chain instability, and inventory management issues. Here are the challenges we’re seeing across the industry, and what they mean for your supply chain and your shipping processes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

Huge demand supply issues breaking the ever-so-fragile supply chain globally. In this phase, companies with relatively better supply chains, started to re-access the imperatives required to rebuild resilient and agile supply chains. Recovery Imperatives: Phase II. Manufacturing Planning.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 5, 2021

The CPG Supply Chain with Mike Neme. Joe Lynch and Mike Neme discuss the CPG supply chain and Mike’s approach to winning and managing business with emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. Top Freight Brokerage Firms of 2019. Top Freight Brokerage Firms of 2019. Key Takeaways: The CPG Supply Chain.

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

From this discussion, we compiled a list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that to improve, build, and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come. In fact, they experienced just two weeks of disruption before they were up and running.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we highlight published September 2022 indices of global supply chain volatility ( GSPI ) and US Logistics Index ( LMI ) activity trends along with our view of the implications. The takeaway for September was that global manufacturing activity officially fall below the 50.0

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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

In what could be a shift from ‘just-in-time’ to ‘just-in-case’ stock models, analysis of 521 SME manufacturers found that the overall value of stock rose by 34 per cent between 2020 and 2022, while overall domestic demand* dropped 6.8 10 Trends in Supply Chain Management in 2022. What do SMEs need to know?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

When companies want to digitally transform their supply chain capabilities, moving to an integrated business planning process (IBP) is often at the heart of the transformation. The output from the monthly process is an updated plan that balances demand with supply over a 24-month time horizon. Dean Sorenson concurs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2024

In one of those early articles, I wrote, “Globalization integrates trade by disintegrating production chains and dispersing them across economies. But as the costs of transportation increase, the length of supply lines is beginning to decrease. Some call the new era “localization” or “glocalization.”

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Unleashed

JANUARY 14, 2024

Manufacturing inventory management is crucial to the success and profitability of your manufacturing operations. This guide for manufacturers explains how it works and explores the most effective ways to manage inventory in manufacturing. In this manufacturing inventory management guide What is manufacturing inventory management?

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