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GlobalTranz
MARCH 1, 2018
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. According to Atlas RFID, Active RFID tags require a power source, and therefore can initiate communication with a reader (beacon).
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 18, 2017
” The commodity chemical supply-based mindset of bulk shipping, large-scale production and molecular R&D is shifting to a discussion of new technologies, disintermediation/specialized products, and new business models. Orbit Chart of Dow Chemical and BASF for the Period of 2006-2016 and Performance Data for the Chemical Industry.
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Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 14, 2014
In Figure 1, I share a composite orbit chart of progress of Cisco Systems, Intel, Samsung and Flextronics on the Effective Frontier at the intersection of inventory turns and operating margin for 2006-2012. This is the clear articulation of when and how to make, source, and deliver for the community. What can we learn?
Supply Chain Digest
JULY 6, 2025
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Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 12, 2019
In 2004-2006, Greg Aimi (now a Gartner analyst) and I worked on a common definition of visibility for over a year. These sources while functional are difficult to connect. There are no solutions that connect source, make and deliver in many-to-many architectures. The use of disparate data sources enriches insights.
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 29, 2025
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Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 22, 2025
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Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 8, 2025
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Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 7, 2025
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Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 18, 2016
When we do these types of analysis, we look back at the data as far as we can reach (Y chart data is available only back to 2006 in a reliable form) and then we look at the period of 2006-2014 and the more recent period of 2011-2014. Traditional supply chains ship cases, pallets and trucks; but not the EACH. The difference?
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 18, 2018
Financial reengineering focuses on the optimization of short-term results that are usually based on a functional analysis of source, make, or deliver. Few consultants understand the interrelationships between source, make and deliver. Comparison of Emerson Electric and Schneider Electric for the Period of 2006-2016. Reflections.
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Synovos
JANUARY 24, 2024
Founded in 2006, MSDUK is the UK’s leading supplier diversity advocacy organization working for inclusion of non-white ethnic minorities in corporate supply chains. We stock more than 700,000 industrial and electronic products, sourced from over 2,500 leading suppliers, and provide a wide range of product and service solutions to over 1.2
BlueYonder
APRIL 1, 2025
We do everything digital from taking pictures of inbound trucks and showing our customers how we receive their products to how we ship their products. We first implemented Blue Yonders transportation management [solutions] in 2006. Blue Yonders solutions gave us the ability to start digital. Theres no paper waste.
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 20, 2015
Source: Dictionary.com. The supply chain is vertically integrated and global shipping almost 2 million units daily. Orbit Chart for SanDisk for 2006-2014. Implement customer-centric policies to maximize $/GB shipped while effectively balancing service levels and inventory levels. Does it work?
Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 14, 2016
I followed his journey during the period of 2006-2011, and wanted to check in with him to gain his insights on the selection of VTech as a finalist in the Supply Chains to Admire research. Orbit Chart of VTech for the Period of 2006-2015 at the Intersection of Operating Margin and Inventory Turns . I listened and spoke to vendors.
NC State SCRC
JUNE 15, 2021
Supply Market Intelligence (SMI) is the mechanism by which organizations make as complete analysis as possible of a current or targeted supply base, including adoption of supplier-specific and market risks (Handfield, 2006). These interviews are often the best source of information and are not published. Handfield, R.B.
Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
Shipping approximately 400 million selling units consisting of 700 million manufactured units per year, Carter’s employs about 4,000 employees at its peak. The company leverages globally sourcing strategies to buy products at a lower cost and then deploys some unique process logic to drive mass customization for retailers.
Supply Chain Shaman
AUGUST 26, 2015
There is more in-transit inventory–sitting on the water in larger ships, in-transit through international sourcing strategies, or work with contract manufacturers–as a result, to avoid inventory write-offs, the foot needs to hit the brake faster. Sensing the channel is critical to match manufacturing flows to the channel.
Global Trade Management
MAY 22, 2017
The European Union and the World Customs Organization, for example, have rejected the Safe Port Act of 2006 with the impossible requirement of 100% scanning of all containers. This led to major development activities as the initial risk of starting the business was covered by the grants. However, not all technologies are or will be accepted.
Supply Chain Network
APRIL 3, 2012
“Intelleflex’s new CMR-6100 cellular reader and data services are a remarkable advancement in condition monitoring of fresh, frozen and packaged foods – as well as pharmaceuticals,” said Jack Sparn, CIO of iGPS, a provider of intelligent, cost-efficient pallet-based shipping solutions and an Intelleflex partner. “In Intelleflex. 408-200-6567.
ShipBob
AUGUST 3, 2020
Founded in 2006, this firm is slightly newer in comparison to others. Product sourcing. Product sourcing is the process of purchasing or creating products that you can sell. Order fulfillment refers to the picking, packing, and shipping of customer orders. Greycroft Partners. Scalable order fulfillment.
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EMERGE App
JULY 16, 2018
When you’re in the e-commerce industry or entrepreneurship space, buzzwords like “drop shipping” and “Amazon FBA” just roll off your tongue. They’ve come into their own in the past decade when Amazon started “Fulfilled by Amazon” back in 2006. Pro Tip #2: Source Your Product Sensibly.
Requis
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Despite the persistance of some strong fundamentals , 2020 may signal the true turning point in the shift to renewable sources for energy companies. This is not an isolated phenomenon: Norway has been divesting a number of funds of oil and gas investments, especially from high-carbon emission sources like Canadian oil sands.
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Savi
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
Supply Chain Challenges: Freight Volume Rising, Driver Shortage Growing The shipping industry plays a critical role in world economics. Its immense power stems from its ubiquity–in every sector, you will find shipping and a supply chain. This confluence caused a problem that persists today. What Contributes to High Driver Turnover?
NC State SCRC
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Supply Market Intelligence (SMI) is the mechanism by which organizations make as complete analysis as possible of a current or targeted supply base, including adoption of supplier-specific and market risks (Handfield, 2006). A major disruption in the offshore supply chain can shut down a company and have dire consequences for profitability.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 30, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 30, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
FEBRUARY 24, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
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Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MARCH 6, 2009
Parcel Shipping. 100 then divide that by the cost to ship the load. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 29, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 29, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 30, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 31, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
FEBRUARY 24, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
Supply Chain Digest
MAY 8, 2009
Parcel Shipping. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Inventory Management/Optimizat. Labor Management Systems. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology.
FLEXE
MARCH 5, 2017
Founded by 32-year-old Sophia Amoruso in 2006, Nasty Gal’s rise and fall happened in less than a decade. But, because it operated at such low product minimums, it struggled to source quality factories that produced quality product. Nasty Gal Inc., During its peak years, Nasty Gal had no issue converting a first-time buyer.
Freightera
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017
7, 2017 – Just in time for the busy fall shipping season, the Canadian startup serving businesses with instant freight quotes and online bookings unveiled its break-through redesign. This redesign will help Freightera to open container shipping and other modes of transport in the near future. SOURCE Freightera.
Techgistics
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
In 2006, Amazon leveraged their expertise in eCommerce fulfillment to create another adjacent business, Fulfillment by Amazon, which provides fulfillment services to small and mid-size merchants. Source: Statista. In 2015, Amazon accounted for 60% of all U.S. In the past, customers went to shopping malls; today customers go to Amazon.
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Unleashed
MAY 12, 2022
Here we take a closer look at each of these popular platforms: Shopify for B2B eCommerce Shopify, the Canadian platform founded in 2006 , has grown into a behemoth of the sector, and now operates across 175 countries. Compare this with Magento, which – with its open source offerings – has a far more fluid pricing structure.
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