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Elevating the Heavy Building Materials Supply Chain (Takeaways from Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 Conference)

Talking Logistics

Last month, I attended and spoke at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference , where I learned many things about the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry. For example, I learned that there’s a difference between cement and concrete, even though many people use the terms interchangeably.

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Navigating the Complexities of Ready Mix Concrete Logistics: A Case Study with ThroughPut

ThroughPut

Logistics presents a formidable challenge in the ready mix concrete (RMC) industry. RMC is not just any building material; it’s inherently time-sensitive. Unlike cement industry challenges , once mixed, RMC must be delivered and used within a narrow window to preserve its quality and integrity.

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Truck Tracking and Telematics in the Heavy Building Materials Supply Chain

Talking Logistics

Over the past couple of years we’ve seen increased demand for truck tracking and telematics solutions, and this is particularly true in the Heavy Building Materials industry. Unique Challenges of Heavy Building Materials Supply Chain. Why is demand growing for these solutions?

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Achieving End-to-End Inventory Visibility in Construction and Building Materials

RFgen

Multiple factors are stressing the construction and building materials supply chain, including complexity, dispersed locations and labor shortages. 80% of construction professionals say mobile technology is a priority, despite the industry’s heavy reliance on manual processes. Challenges in Using Manual Processes.

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Achieving End-to-End Inventory Visibility in Construction and Building Materials

RFgen

Multiple factors are stressing the construction and building materials supply chain, including complexity, dispersed locations and labor shortages. 80% of construction professionals say mobile technology is a priority, despite the industry’s heavy reliance on manual processes. Challenges in Using Manual Processes.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 23-27, 2018)

Talking Logistics

Robinson, MercuryGate, and friends from the industry). Command Alkon Introduces BuildIt to Digitally Revolutionize Construction Industry. Manhattan Updates its Visionary TMS Solution to Address the Transportation Industry’s Biggest Challenges. This is another use case of dynamic, real-time route optimization.

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Part 1: Getting Schooled in Supply Chain: Three Recommendations for Students

Elementum

Supply-Chain Management Is the Pandemic Era’s Must-Have MBA Degree,” the article makes the case that supply chain degrees are more important than ever, even more important than the traditionally prestigious MBA. I also agree that we could use some fresh ideas in the industry. Build a strong base.