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This Week in Logistics News (September 3-7, 2018)

Talking Logistics

Descartes Reports Fiscal 2019 Second Quarter Financial Results. The New First Moment of Truth: Can We Ship It Profitably? The first moment of truth in retail, as coined in 2005 by former P&G President and CEO A.G. Previously, the retailer would ship those items, regardless of distance or shipping cost.

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The Data Behind Amazon’s Logistics and Fulfillment Play

Freightos

According to their 2017 annual report, over a quarter of Amazon’s third-party sales (which represent half of Amazon’s sales) are cross-border. In other words, if your shipping your own goods, you’re competition. Let’s Talk About Boats, Ships, and Trucks. Source: Amazon.com. Amazon’s logistics hiring plans.

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Energy Efficiency Is Key to Better Logistics

Material Handling & Logistics

Most every company issues a corporate social responsibility (CSR) report detailing what they have done over the year to comply with the expectations of all of their stakeholders. Retailers such as Walmart have rigorous standards and will only purchase from suppliers who meet these standards.

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8 Reasons Why Your Business’ Success Depends Upon Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management. Procurement costs.

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Supply Chain Best Practices: The Customer-Obsessed Supply Chain

Elementum

Amazon Prime exploded on the scene in 2005. Since then, free and fast shipping has ceased to be a privilege and is now an expectation. Wall Street Journal reporter Erica E. In this light, it’s hard to fault us for having higher expectations for product availability when we happen to find the time to make a purchase.

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Supply Chain Best Practices: The Customer-Obsessed Supply Chain

Elementum

Amazon Prime exploded on the scene in 2005. Since then, free and fast shipping has ceased to be a privilege and is now an expectation. Wall Street Journal reporter Erica E. In this light, it’s hard to fault us for having higher expectations for product availability when we happen to find the time to make a purchase.

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Essential Skills for Supply Chain Leaders in Asia during Pandemic

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Inspired by McKinsey’s 2020 consultancy report, which emphasizes transforming supply chains rather than temporary fixes, we believe a comprehensive approach to reskilling supply chain professionals is essential to meet future demands.