Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Brent crude oil prices Dec 2009 – Dec 2014 (Source MoneyAM.com). I use this example to illustrate the challenges (or, perhaps, the futility) of making supply chain and logistics predictions. For related commentary, see: In Logistics, Somebody Has to Own the Assets. Do Facebook and Twitter Need a Logistics Strategy?

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

About Tim Higham Tim Higham is a leading visionary in the logistics and transportation field, running the highly successful InMotion Global, Inc. The 3PL grew yearly, including during the “great recession”, with load counts being the most robust ever. The 3PL was sold in 2014. AscendTMS). After selling his company, IRC, Inc.,

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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 6, 2013

The success of the third-party logistics industry is evident in the generally high marks given to 3PLs by respondents to a survey as part of the 2013 17th Annual Third Party Logistics Study, which identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 19, 2013

Gerard Chick and I had a good chat over skype this morning, and we both started jotting down a few facts… Banks are buying up gold and moving currency out since 2009. A friend working at a large third party logistics company noted how demand is very soft.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2014

As you all know the dreaded RFP—or Request for Proposals—is a source of tension, angst and for many of us, a lot of grunt work. A note from Adrian Gonzalez: When I read this post by Kate, I was reminded of a post I wrote back in 2009 ago titled, “In Search of a Smart 3PL Request-for-Proposal.”

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

He joined Logistics Bureau Group back in 2009 and commenced by running the benchmarking business known as Benchmarking Success. My first step was to engage Benchmarking Success (BMS) to understand what the “best” for each business really meant from an independent source. What makes them tick? What ticks them off?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

By now, you’ve probably thought about all the logistical details like: what items are required to bring the meal together; who’s responsible for bringing each dish; what time guests should arrive; and where dinner should be served so there’s enough room for everyone. The same is true for logistics planning. I hope you enjoy! - Adam.

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