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Unilever’s Relentless Commitment to S-Curve Transformations

Logistics Viewpoints

Part of this transformation is focused on a move away from an increasingly complex matrix structure to a more agile model based around five Business Groups – Nutrition, Personal Care, Home Care, Beauty & Well Being, and Ice Cream. In the past, Mr. Smith explained different business groups were using different planning solutions.

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The Coolest Supply Chain Boutique Consultants

Logistics Viewpoints

In SCP, they have one of the largest practices in North America. Open Sky Group is perhaps best known for being Blue Yonder’s largest dedicated WMS partner. Spinnaker SCA does more supply chain planning (SCP) system integration and consulting than any other boutique in North America.

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The Life Sciences and Healthcare Supply Chain with Jim Saponaro

The Logistics of Logistics

Jim is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. About Jim Saponaro Jim Saponaro is the President, Life Sciences & Healthcare DHL Supply Chain North America. Jim Saponaro and Joe Lynch discuss the life sciences and healthcare supply chain. ft in warehousing space.

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Happy Groundhog Day

Supply Chain Shaman

When the groundhog sees his shadow, the belief is that North America will experience an additional six weeks of winter. Today, I hosted the monthly call for the Network of Networks group. The start of the Network of Networks Share Group April 2016 The group did make some progress. I feel the pain.

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10 Key Issues The Hackett Group Says Will Impact Supply Chain Transformation in 2021

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Every year, The Hackett Group surveys global organizations to better understand their top priorities. The research encompasses organizations across industries and sectors, with focus on North America and EMEA. Supply Chain Transformation is ongoing but never more important than in 2021.

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Scaling a FreightTech Business with Mark McEntire

The Logistics of Logistics

Over 10,000 users in North America manage more than $7 billion of freight spend running through the flexible, user-friendly TMS. With a low barrier of entry and process driven implementation, Princeton TMX can have most shippers implemented and finding value within 60 days.

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: SMB Importers, 2024 and Red Sea Crisis Lessons

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For example, the Freightos Baltic Index indicates a 69% increase to North America’s East Coast and a staggering 226% to Northern Europe since the crisis began. The implication for global freight beyond the now typical uncertainty is predictably elevated operational costs and soaring freight rates. and bakes really good cookies.