Talking Logistics

MAY 4, 2020

Processing paper documents is time consuming and labor intensive; it also contributes to the data quality problem that continues to plague many companies. This includes eliminating manual and paper-based business processes, which remains prevalent in many logistics and delivery operations.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2017

Of course, the problem with more data is that you might end up with more poor quality data , which I view as the Achilles’ heel of supply chain visibility. Are there better ways for companies to manage and improve data quality?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2019

Having visibility into material flows and traceability of material properties ensure quality is baked into the process. Supply chain visibility allows trading partners to see orders and material movements from source to destination, informing stakeholders on things like schedule and quality in real-time along the way.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 17, 2018

Again and again, the quality of supply chain and logistics data is too low for companies to jump to the next maturity stage. The industry has been complaining about data quality for years and the research says the same. This data quality issue isn’t news to anyone, but it has continually hamstrung every company.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 21, 2018

In short, blockchain by itself does not solve the “garbage in, garbage out” data quality problem; you’ll still have garbage data, but in a distributed ledger that’s better encrypted and traceable. It would be a mistake to rush headlong into blockchain innovation without understanding how it is likely to take hold.”.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

What are some best practices in managing data quality, which is still a huge challenge for many 3PLs and a major inhibitor to providing timely, accurate, and complete supply chain visibility? 3PL Cloud/SaaS Supply Chain Technology Trends Upcoming Episodes cloud technology data quality management GT Nexus John Urban supply chain visibility'

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2018

The biggest stumbling block for supply chain visibility in the past was data quality. Cindi states that data quality requires data to be available, usable, timely, and accurate. By leveraging this real-time data, we are finally able realize the benefits of supply chain visibility.”. Available, Usable, Timely, Accurate.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 16, 2018

Part of the problem is that often nobody is responsible for data quality management, yet people have to use the information to run their business. Now with the explosion of data from mobile devices and IoT, the problem is even more complex.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2016

The service manager had the opportunity to check the quality of automotive technician’s work. Checking the quality of completed tasks maybe done in an ad hoc fashion. In the automotive example, the quality check gave 100%. The automotive technician failed to check the headlights and noted that everything was operative.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 28, 2016

The sad reality is that you can develop the most modern, powerful, and sexy supply chain application on the market, but it’s only as useful and effective as the quality of the data that goes into it, and despite all the advancements in technology over the past twenty years, we still have a big, crappy data quality problem in supply chain management.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 2, 2018

And finally, there is growing awareness that final-mile delivery is the way most people experience a brand and has a profound influence on the perception of the quality of the brand. A TMS can also monitor performance over time for quality and efficiency of service, especially for white-glove service options.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Just for Fun 3PL Amazon data quality driver shortage GM HP social networking supply chain visibility truck drivers Uber' (Click HERE to read the Top 10 Talking Logistics Blog Posts from Jan-Apr 2014). The post Top 10 Talking Logistics Blog Posts (May-Aug 2014) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2019

“Beyond the right product at the right price, consumers want to know the product is available where they choose to shop for it — physical store, online or mobile app — when they want to buy, and that it has met appropriate quality standards and was sourced from ethical suppliers.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

They still rely on paper-based, manual processes; they lack electronic connectivity with most of their trading partners; their data quality is still poor (inaccurate, incomplete, and/or not timely); and they have failed to modernize their IT systems.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 9, 2016

Technology in the palm of the consumers’ hand is delivering high quality user experiences, easy order visibility into deliveries, transparency in pricing, and product/service review comparisons.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2019

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 28, 2017

This, in turn, degrades the quality and potential insight that the data will be able to provide. Leverage sensor technology and stop wasting time, fuel, labor, and product quality. This, in turn, saves a lot of wasted time, fuel, and product quality (i.e., in the case of fresh produce).

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Talking Logistics

MAY 11, 2017

They allow for the integration of all participants along the supply chain, where processes are automated, data availability increases, and the quality of information grows. By digitalizing these chemical logistics processes, an improved quality of collaboration comes to life.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 29, 2016

Unfortunately, most organizations place too much emphasis on data that is sourced from human input, which is prone to error, so degrading the quality and potential insight the data could provide. The beauty of using sensor technology in place of manually entered data results in high quality data that you can depend on.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 14, 2019

But not when it comes to supply chain and logistics news, so here are the headlines that caught my attention this week: Brexit: MPs vote by a majority of 211 to seek delay to EU departure (BBC) Brexit prompts UK logistics exodus (Lloyd’s Loading List) A Logistics Provider Looks to AI to Keep Its Trucks on the Road (WSJ – sub.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 2, 2016

Everybody wants to be a boss, but first do a great job in the role you’re given; the quality of your work will speak a lot louder for you than you can speak for yourself. Also, get as many different experiences as you can early in your career, and strive to be a great team player because relationships are critical in this profession.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2016

He goes on to explain: What I mean is that [the B2C buying experience today] provides much more transparency into the product and the quality of the service. I encourage you to watch the rest of my conversation with Ed for more insights on this topic.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 21, 2019

In 2019 it is not enough to offer quality products and deliver them on time. For a consumer who has a bad experience it is easier to tweet about it than to wait on hold for 30 minutes trying to reach someone in a call center. Better customer experience. Communicating frequently with your customers improves their overall experience.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

What type of data is most important and what actions should companies take to ensure it’s quality? How are companies addressing B2B connectivity, especially since EDI is not a one-size-fits all solution? How are leading companies managing customs and regulatory compliance?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2017

But technology won’t solve your supply chain problems or help you improve unless you also address the most common culprits of poor supply chain performance: poor data quality, lack of resources and training, lack of metrics and accountability, and poor communication and collaboration with trading partners (see resolution #3 below).

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2016

The same is true for labor strikes, terrorist attacks, quality issues, and other non-natural events. It’s the latest reminder that weather and other natural events, such as earthquakes, can lead to supply chain disruptions.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

Given the complexity of these problems and the huge impact that solution quality can have on total transportation spend, it makes sense to take advantage of the scalability available in cloud-based solutions. Even basic “compute optimized” servers pack about 8 times the computational capacity of your average desktop or laptop computer.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

There were the expected answers about the quality of the solution, goals of the client, environment and fit. But the most surprising and repeated answer was the quality of the super user. While the typical factors of quality, fit, environment, etc.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 11, 2016

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 6, 2015

Risk and Quality Management – helps to ensure that what is produced meets international regulatory testing requirements, brand specifications and social compliance standards with comprehensive functionality to manage component and product testing, auditing and finished goods quality inspections.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2017

Just getting the data around it and the quality information companies need can be a challenge.”. Watch the short video clip below for Becker’s response: “This is not a mode that companies have managed as tightly or for as long as other modes like truckload,” said Becker.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

You also need connectivity to trading partners and data quality management processes and systems. Simply put, the biggest barrier to supply chain visibility is not technology, but change management, data quality management, and integrating the long tail of supply chains. Otherwise, it’s still garbage in, garbage out.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2018

One vital component that pieces together the visibility puzzle is the quality of data in the supply chain network. Investing in supply chain visibility is truly a balancing act between avoiding the cost of problems or the problems themselves. Three defining features of good data are accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

As I wrote last February: The biggest issue and concern, and what differentiates local delivery from other transportation operations, is measuring and controlling quality — that is, the end-customer experience.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Maintaining the quality of fresh products takes extra care and knowledge—for instance, avocados and asparagus make bad travel companions because they don’t share the same ethylene tolerance. Do you know which commodities can be coupled and transported together?

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 28, 2021

Here’s how it begins: In most aspects of life, an asset is an asset, “a useful and desirable thing or quality,” as Dictionary.com defines it. In logistics, somebody has to own the assets. That was the title of a post I wrote way back in April 2013. But not in the logistics world, at least. Read more What We Need (More Of) Now in Logistics.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2016

What recruiters are looking for in terms of skills, knowledge, and qualities from undergraduates. Tom Speh, Miami University ,” where he discussed the following topics: The biggest and most important developments in the supply chain and logistics industry. His thoughts on the talent gap in the industry.

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