Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This was certainly another interesting year from a logistics and supply chain standpoint, as we saw the emergence of generative AI take center stage. We also saw a lot of technological advances in transportation, warehousing, supply chain planning, robotics, and last mile delivery, just to name a few. a gallon but less than $4.18

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Elementum

OCTOBER 8, 2015

We examine the benefits and obstacles to e-commerce in Southeast Asia, South America, and Africa. Why Now is a Good Time to Invest. In 2011, Nigerian startup Mall for Africa, which ships American brands to Nigerian consumers, took in $17 million in 2014. A lot of that comes down to supply chain and logistics management.

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RFgen

JANUARY 29, 2015

Just like other parts of the business world, logistics is a changing arena where things that aren’t efficient anymore are cast aside in favor of the tools that can do a job most effectively. The goal behind this process of evolving and developing new tools is excellence in the supply chain industry.

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RFgen

JANUARY 29, 2015

Just like other parts of the business world, logistics is a changing arena where things that aren’t efficient anymore are cast aside in favor of the tools that can do a job most effectively. The goal behind this process of evolving and developing new tools is excellence in the supply chain industry.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

As part of our ongoing commitment to keep our blog readers updated on what’s happening in the supply chain and logistics world, we’re launching a regular industry news roundup, which we’ll release periodically. The grain blockaded in Ukraine. A growing global warehouse capacity crunch. Trouble has arisen on three fronts.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. With globalization, the need to partner with local logistics service providers becomes an imperative.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2013

It’s a good thing Santa remembers them all because it takes at least eight reindeer to get him off the roof and around the world in just one night. You probably started your TMS project to manage shipping costs for your high-value freight, inbound or outbound. How do you manage carrier invoices?

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Stord

APRIL 26, 2022

After Gap experienced factory delays in Vietnam, it started working with Mexican and Central American manufacturers to cut down on lead times. Sellers, like Home Depot and Walmart , are chartering their own cargo ships to ensure freight capacity for their products. Unfortunately, not all supply chain strategies are created equal.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

“FedEx and UPS have ground to a complete standstill today due to what they say is a virus in their logistics shipping software…blaming the hacking group Anonymous after they declared their intention to punish shipping companies for halting shipments of flu vaccines into China.

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Resilinc

APRIL 20, 2021

At the same time, Linton says that precipitous moves by U.S. political leaders will solve the semiconductor shortage due to surging demand and the lead time required to build a new semiconductor fab. Just because the President holds up a chip and says ‘We’re going to invest in semiconductors,’ this is not like turning on a light.

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Vinculum

JULY 24, 2019

Just imagine. Ease of shopping, product variety, secure payments and free shipping are some of the reasons that have made online shopping a huge success. Just follow our list of global marketplaces. 1) North America. 2) South America. North America. And it’s not just Americans.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Frost & Sullivan places Freightera among ‘Key Automated On-Demand Brokerage Solutions in North America’ along with Uber Freight and Convoy. According to Frost & Sullivan, global logistics spending is expected to grow from $7.9 ANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. trillion in 2017 to $16.9 trillion USD.

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Abivin

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Passages, capes, and straits are defined as geographical areas through which international shipping routes must transit. These routes are typically found connecting important marketplaces with active commercial trade systems, such as Western Europe, North America, and East Asia. Potential for closure or interruption.

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Shipchain

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

And as always, please remember that some things are under NDA, and there are certain topics that we are unable to speak on at this time. At the same time, we recognize the value of in-person collaboration. The plan with these updates is to answer FAQs and address the topics people are most curious about. So, in 3 years?

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 26, 2022

As a long-time supply chain industry analyst, I have had the opportunity to observe the interrelationships of line-of-business and global supply network sourcing strategies for either component of finished goods supply. Background. Strategic Sourcing Shifts Away from China. and Chinese based high tech electronics providers.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

With similar economic interests in the Middle East and South America, China must find ways to facilitate expanding trade with these regions. The road not only paved the way for trade among these civilizations to flourish — it also served as a medium for cultural exchange. Reinventing the Road. President Xi Jin Ping.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2018

While you think about it (the answer is posted below), here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: project44 Acquires GateHouse Logistics, Creating World’s Most Comprehensive Global Transportation Visibility Platform. 3Gtms Releases Quick Ship Portal. 3Gtms Releases Quick Ship Portal.

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