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Shipper Pain Points with Brad Forester

The Logistics of Logistics

Brad is the Founder of JBF Consulting , which specialize in freight technology – strategy, system integration, implementation and deployment. Brad is a highly recognized senior supply chain leader with over 23 years of managing, designing, and implementing freight transport technology. About Brad Forester. About JBF Consulting.

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How Can Life Sciences Supply Chains Navigate a Disrupted World?

Logility

Furthermore, life sciences products have high standards for production, storage, shipping and delivery. Now is the Time to Embrace New Strategies. Back in 2003, an entrepreneur named Patrick McGinnis coined the phrase FOMO — Fear of Missing Out — and it quickly entered the cultural lexicon.

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RFID in the Supply Chain: Fizzling Technology or the Future of Effective SCM?

GlobalTranz

In 2003, Walmart announced that all of its suppliers would need to have Radio frequency identification (RFID) tags on all pallets and cases by 2006. A big part of the push toward RFID tags in retail derives from the ongoing blend of traditional and online shopping experiences, integral to omnichannel shopping strategies.

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This Week In Supply Chain Management Tech April 4 2023

Supply Chain Matters

Founded in 2003, Utah based Avetta has reportedly deployed by 500 clients located in more than 130 countries. The software and managed services of this provider were augmented with the acquisition of New South Wales based Pegasus in 2021.

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The State of LTL Shipping in Light of YRC Freight Bankruptcy

TransAudit

LTL, or Less-Than-Truckload shipping, represents the transport of freight that doesn’t require an entire truck’s space. formerly known as YRC Freight, sent shockwaves throughout the transportation industry due to its dominant position. The repercussions are profound, with the LTL shipping sector being notably impacted.

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Coronavirus Highlights Fragility of Global Supply Networks

Jaggaer

But even if containment has the desired effect, what are the wider consequences of shutting down schools, shopping centers, factories, transportation and supply networks? China ’ s economy has grown in leaps and bounds from roughly 4% of world GDP in 2003 to 1 6% today. The consequences on supply networks? Pharmaceuticals.

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Drones in Supply Chain

ModusLink Corporation

Fulfilment is being impacted as many time-consuming tasks are replaced by high-tech drones which can reduce the time needed to transport, manage, or place items inside the warehouse. The Autonomous Mobile Robot Market Is Taking Off Like A Rocket Ship. FedEx partners with Vecna Robotics as part of automation growth strategy.