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logistics costs fell last year for the first time since 2009, reflecting concern within the industry. There has been a trend of increasing fleet size in response to a “capacity crunch,” yet the number of unused Class 8 trucks increased 53 percent last year. MORE
Supply chain planners (I’m lumping in all the silos, including demand, supply, inventory and capacity planning) today are dealing with challenges that were unimaginable when Lotus notes were the next big thing. MORE
Earlier this year, my colleague, Bogen Chi, wrote a blog about the top 3 global market trends to watch this year in the air freight market: capacity shortages, peak season pressures, and the bright spot of consolidation. Capacity can be difficult to find. MORE
Since 2009, ocean carriers have faced many uncertainties—and they’re expected to continue for the foreseeable future. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season. The start of a new year means budget planning is likely back on your agenda. You probably have questions about what the 2016-2017 ocean contract season will bring. MORE
He emphasized that in transforming GM, “ We started by talking about levers that you could pull that could free up capacity in the organization, including supplier relationship management. We hosted an extremely successful set of speakers at our SCRC meeting this past week. MORE
More data points this week confirming what we already know: demand for freight transportation is weak, which is leading carriers to cut back on capacity. Global trade volumes fell for the first time since 2009 by 1.7 MORE
Not that long ago, they were the only way people listened to music, peaking at 23 million units sold in Q1 2009. For example, logistics providers reported that unless they paid extra during capacity crunches, 25% of their shipments failed to make the first available sailing. MORE
Rules for container traffic between Europe and Asia are being rewritten and this has had profound implications for West European terminals: Supply fluctuations have resulted in a fragmented terminal capacity. Capacity of container ships handled in 2014. Massive ships. Slow steaming. MORE
Here’s what I wrote back on this date in 2009, as I recalled the events of that tragic day eight years earlier: I grew up in Brooklyn, New York, near Red Hook and the docks. Today is September 11. I never forget. MORE
million TEU’s of new ocean freight capacity are scheduled for delivery in 2014, possibly making 2014 a record-breaking year for capacity. million TEU’s of new capacity are scheduled for delivery in the upcoming year, possibly making 2014 a record-breaking year for capacity. billion , the lowest trade deficit since October 2009. The January Edition of your monthly Logistics Market Snapshot is now available! MORE
percent, indicating contraction in manufacturing for the second consecutive month, and is the lowest reading since June 2009 when the PMI® registered 45.8 Creative Ways to Manage Transportation Costs and Capacity. We’re just a week into 2016 and the outlook for economic growth is arguably more pessimistic today than it was just a few weeks ago. The Dow Jones Index is down more than 6 percent since January 1. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and J.P. MORE
Recently, Google launched its self-driving prototype which it has been developing since 2009. seconds and a battery that charges to 80 percent capacity in 15 minutes. It’s been a long road, but electric vehicles are quickly becoming the future of the auto industry. MORE
Or how about if you need capacity for a shipment – broadcast it across the social media outlets and you are likely to find space for your products to ship. MORE
For forwarders, just as the 2009 financial crisis ended, another crisis began. There has been a massive increase in the capacity of the global container fleet. How Freight Disrupted Itself. In the last year, a new dynamic has begun to reshape the freight industry. MORE
The overall effectiveness of GRIs mainly stem from carrier utilization and market capacity. Carrier utilization ran high in early 2015, and although volumes remained relatively strong year over year, the addition of capacity into the marketplace led to falling utilization levels. MORE
While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. Ocean carriers continue to see their average operating margin dip below zero as rates fell to their lowest levels since 2009. Over Capacity and Vessel Scrapping: While we will continue to see some carriers work independently, the pressure for them to succeed will continue to mount. MORE
To say that the first half of 2018 was "a period of both extreme volatility and unprecedented imbalance between capacity and demand for trucking services in North America" at first sounds like hyperbole. Capacity constraints meet increased demand. MORE
I joined JDA in 2009. Heather Meheut, senior HR program manager at JDA shares how she’s used her self-professed workaholic nature to catapult her career over the last 20 years. MORE
percent higher than the low in April 2009 during the recession.” Tightening Capacity and Rising Rates are a Bullish Leading Indicator. MORE
Since I first published this article back in 2009, warehouse design principles haven’t altered that much, but as we received many comments, including requests for more information, I figured it might be a good idea to expand on the original piece. MORE
The data stream continues to trend negatively in regard to freight, capacity, and freight rates,” said Kenny Vieth, ACT’s president and senior analyst. Capacity is much more readily available than last year at this time. While there were seasonal regional shortages of capacity early in 2015, in general capacity became more readily available in the second half of the year. We do not expect capacity to tighten in 2016 unless the economy regains steam. MORE
Before taking her current position, she served in several capacities including Seagate’s product design and manufacturing facilities in the U.S. In 2009, we took the work that we did with E2open on suppliers and built customer networks to see channel sales and demand signals daily. MORE
Expected Transportation Capacity Issues. The concern and dialog about the transportation capacity issues for our country have bridged the past two decades and beyond. 4 Drivers of the Looming Transportation Capacity Crisis of 2017. MORE
While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. Ocean carriers continue to see their average operating margin dip below zero as rates fell to their lowest levels since 2009. MORE
Tonnage shipped via LTL has steadily risen since the market lows of 2009. The increased tonnage, the driver shortage along with better asset utilization has reduced capacity. Tighter capacity means the LTL carriers have pricing power. MORE
Transportation capacity problems have been a volatile issue over the past twenty years or so. Contributors to Capacity and Trucker Shortage. The 2014 winter weather triggered a trucking capacity problem. In 2014 utilization was 100% of capacity, a crisis phase. MORE
Optimization driven by algorithmic planning is an early form of machine learning that relies on a set of provided information (supply chain facilities and capacities, transportation lanes and capacities, customer service requirements, profit requirements, etc.) Are we ready? MORE
Global LNG export capacity is constantly increasing and there are a large number of liquefaction projects at different stages of construction worldwide. Capacity Additions, Retirements, and Changes by Energy Source, 2009 (US Energy Information Administration). MORE
It takes six years to build a biotech production facility, and a billion dollars, so increasing capacity in the face of uncertain demand is a huge issue for us.” ” In 2009, I moved into the supply chain area, and worked with Rob in understanding how to apply analytics with a procurement focus. In 2009 we were $2B, and suddenly had five new drugs approved in two years. This was considered heresy – sharing capacity is sacrosanct. MORE
Dating back to 2009, bottleneck elimination came in the form of chemical engineering homework sets examining flow rates, pumps, and other levers. At ThroughPut, we are constantly exploring unrealized capacity and realigning our team to enable more operations to run autonomously, constantly minimizing my involvement unless absolutely necessary. Despite popular belief, no startup founder has the capacity to do everything. MORE
Carrier Capacity. per gallon—which is now the lowest weekly average price since July 2009. The slowing gross domestic product (GDP) growth and a change in growth toward services has adjusted freight markets for both truckload and rail. MORE
Dating back to 2009, bottleneck elimination came in the form of chemical engineering homework sets examining flow rates, pumps, and other levers. At ThroughPut, we are constantly exploring unrealized capacity and realigning our team to enable more operations to run autonomously, constantly minimizing my involvement unless absolutely necessary. Despite popular belief, no startup founder has the capacity to do everything. MORE
in 2009. Since 2009, when ScottsMiracle-Gro began implementing its new distribution model, the Company has reduced the number of miles traveled to ship products to home center customers by approximately one-third. We have improved our order cycle time by one day, and we have also increased our peak shipping capacity in the locations we converted to this model since 2009,” Swihart added. A new 100,000-sq. MORE
It is also interesting to frame up this discussion in terms of capacity in recent years – something that is never quite certain. Capacity tightened up in 2014 , but then loosened again in 2015. How much excess capacity is there today? MORE
In February of 2009, The Economist even published a piece called The Collapse of Manufacturing. The auto industry, like many other manufacturing sectors, was awash in excess capacity. They might even add capacity in terms of more modern equipment or higher-skilled operators. MORE
In my capacity as a consultant and having worked in multiple implementations, I have always thought about processes that could have reduced the cost, time and rework and hence would have brought about a high degree of customer satisfaction. December 2009. November 2009. October 2009. September 2009. August 2009. July 2009. June 2009. May 2009. April 2009. March 2009. February 2009. January 2009. About Us. MORE
Cerasis
APRIL 9, 2015
Expected Transportation Capacity Issues. The concern and dialog about the transportation capacity issues for our country have bridged the past two decades and beyond. 4 Drivers of the Looming Transportation Capacity Crisis of 2017.
Cerasis
JUNE 15, 2015
Transportation capacity problems have been a volatile issue over the past twenty years or so. Contributors to Capacity and Trucker Shortage. The 2014 winter weather triggered a trucking capacity problem. In 2014 utilization was 100% of capacity, a crisis phase.
synchrono
DECEMBER 4, 2017
In February of 2009, The Economist even published a piece called The Collapse of Manufacturing. The auto industry, like many other manufacturing sectors, was awash in excess capacity. They might even add capacity in terms of more modern equipment or higher-skilled operators.
Talking Logistics
JULY 12, 2016
It is also interesting to frame up this discussion in terms of capacity in recent years – something that is never quite certain. Capacity tightened up in 2014 , but then loosened again in 2015. How much excess capacity is there today?
CH Robinson Transportfolio
JUNE 20, 2018
Earlier this year, my colleague, Bogen Chi, wrote a blog about the top 3 global market trends to watch this year in the air freight market: capacity shortages, peak season pressures, and the bright spot of consolidation. Capacity can be difficult to find.
Quintiq
MARCH 22, 2015
Rules for container traffic between Europe and Asia are being rewritten and this has had profound implications for West European terminals: Supply fluctuations have resulted in a fragmented terminal capacity. Capacity of container ships handled in 2014. Massive ships. Slow steaming.
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Quintiq
JUNE 20, 2018
Global LNG export capacity is constantly increasing and there are a large number of liquefaction projects at different stages of construction worldwide. Capacity Additions, Retirements, and Changes by Energy Source, 2009 (US Energy Information Administration).
TMC
JANUARY 18, 2017
While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. Ocean carriers continue to see their average operating margin dip below zero as rates fell to their lowest levels since 2009.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
FEBRUARY 11, 2013
In my capacity as a consultant and having worked in multiple implementations, I have always thought about processes that could have reduced the cost, time and rework and hence would have brought about a high degree of customer satisfaction. December 2009. November 2009. October 2009. September 2009. August 2009. July 2009. June 2009. May 2009. April 2009. March 2009. February 2009. January 2009. About Us.
Freightos
MARCH 17, 2019
Not that long ago, they were the only way people listened to music, peaking at 23 million units sold in Q1 2009. For example, logistics providers reported that unless they paid extra during capacity crunches, 25% of their shipments failed to make the first available sailing.
Supply Chain Collaborator
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
percent higher than the low in April 2009 during the recession.” Tightening Capacity and Rising Rates are a Bullish Leading Indicator.
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NC State SCRC
APRIL 27, 2019
He emphasized that in transforming GM, “ We started by talking about levers that you could pull that could free up capacity in the organization, including supplier relationship management. We hosted an extremely successful set of speakers at our SCRC meeting this past week.
Kinaxis
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
Supply chain planners (I’m lumping in all the silos, including demand, supply, inventory and capacity planning) today are dealing with challenges that were unimaginable when Lotus notes were the next big thing.
Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 28, 2015
Before taking her current position, she served in several capacities including Seagate’s product design and manufacturing facilities in the U.S. In 2009, we took the work that we did with E2open on suppliers and built customer networks to see channel sales and demand signals daily.
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 11, 2016
percent, indicating contraction in manufacturing for the second consecutive month, and is the lowest reading since June 2009 when the PMI® registered 45.8 Creative Ways to Manage Transportation Costs and Capacity. We’re just a week into 2016 and the outlook for economic growth is arguably more pessimistic today than it was just a few weeks ago. The Dow Jones Index is down more than 6 percent since January 1. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and J.P.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
Or how about if you need capacity for a shipment – broadcast it across the social media outlets and you are likely to find space for your products to ship.
Logility
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Optimization driven by algorithmic planning is an early form of machine learning that relies on a set of provided information (supply chain facilities and capacities, transportation lanes and capacities, customer service requirements, profit requirements, etc.) Are we ready?
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 29, 2016
The data stream continues to trend negatively in regard to freight, capacity, and freight rates,” said Kenny Vieth, ACT’s president and senior analyst. Capacity is much more readily available than last year at this time. While there were seasonal regional shortages of capacity early in 2015, in general capacity became more readily available in the second half of the year. We do not expect capacity to tighten in 2016 unless the economy regains steam.
Cerasis
JULY 21, 2017
logistics costs fell last year for the first time since 2009, reflecting concern within the industry. There has been a trend of increasing fleet size in response to a “capacity crunch,” yet the number of unused Class 8 trucks increased 53 percent last year.
Logistics Bureau
MARCH 3, 2019
Since I first published this article back in 2009, warehouse design principles haven’t altered that much, but as we received many comments, including requests for more information, I figured it might be a good idea to expand on the original piece.
Elementum
OCTOBER 5, 2015
Recently, Google launched its self-driving prototype which it has been developing since 2009. seconds and a battery that charges to 80 percent capacity in 15 minutes. It’s been a long road, but electric vehicles are quickly becoming the future of the auto industry.
LeanCor
JANUARY 15, 2014
million TEU’s of new ocean freight capacity are scheduled for delivery in 2014, possibly making 2014 a record-breaking year for capacity. million TEU’s of new capacity are scheduled for delivery in the upcoming year, possibly making 2014 a record-breaking year for capacity. billion , the lowest trade deficit since October 2009. The January Edition of your monthly Logistics Market Snapshot is now available!
Talking Logistics
JULY 8, 2016
More data points this week confirming what we already know: demand for freight transportation is weak, which is leading carriers to cut back on capacity. Global trade volumes fell for the first time since 2009 by 1.7
Freightos
JANUARY 12, 2016
For forwarders, just as the 2009 financial crisis ended, another crisis began. There has been a massive increase in the capacity of the global container fleet. How Freight Disrupted Itself. In the last year, a new dynamic has begun to reshape the freight industry.
Supply Chain Nation
JUNE 5, 2019
I joined JDA in 2009. Heather Meheut, senior HR program manager at JDA shares how she’s used her self-professed workaholic nature to catapult her career over the last 20 years.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 11, 2015
Here’s what I wrote back on this date in 2009, as I recalled the events of that tragic day eight years earlier: I grew up in Brooklyn, New York, near Red Hook and the docks. Today is September 11. I never forget.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
SEPTEMBER 11, 2015
Carrier Capacity. per gallon—which is now the lowest weekly average price since July 2009. The slowing gross domestic product (GDP) growth and a change in growth toward services has adjusted freight markets for both truckload and rail.
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 10, 2017
While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. Ocean carriers continue to see their average operating margin dip below zero as rates fell to their lowest levels since 2009. Over Capacity and Vessel Scrapping: While we will continue to see some carriers work independently, the pressure for them to succeed will continue to mount.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
Since 2009, ocean carriers have faced many uncertainties—and they’re expected to continue for the foreseeable future. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season. The start of a new year means budget planning is likely back on your agenda. You probably have questions about what the 2016-2017 ocean contract season will bring.
Supply Chain Network
SEPTEMBER 7, 2011
in 2009. Since 2009, when ScottsMiracle-Gro began implementing its new distribution model, the Company has reduced the number of miles traveled to ship products to home center customers by approximately one-third. We have improved our order cycle time by one day, and we have also increased our peak shipping capacity in the locations we converted to this model since 2009,” Swihart added. A new 100,000-sq.
ThroughPut
JUNE 14, 2019
Dating back to 2009, bottleneck elimination came in the form of chemical engineering homework sets examining flow rates, pumps, and other levers. At ThroughPut, we are constantly exploring unrealized capacity and realigning our team to enable more operations to run autonomously, constantly minimizing my involvement unless absolutely necessary. Despite popular belief, no startup founder has the capacity to do everything.
ThroughPut
JUNE 14, 2019
Dating back to 2009, bottleneck elimination came in the form of chemical engineering homework sets examining flow rates, pumps, and other levers. At ThroughPut, we are constantly exploring unrealized capacity and realigning our team to enable more operations to run autonomously, constantly minimizing my involvement unless absolutely necessary. Despite popular belief, no startup founder has the capacity to do everything.
Supply Chain View from the Field
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
It takes six years to build a biotech production facility, and a billion dollars, so increasing capacity in the face of uncertain demand is a huge issue for us.” ” In 2009, I moved into the supply chain area, and worked with Rob in understanding how to apply analytics with a procurement focus. In 2009 we were $2B, and suddenly had five new drugs approved in two years. This was considered heresy – sharing capacity is sacrosanct.
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 8, 2014
Tonnage shipped via LTL has steadily risen since the market lows of 2009. The increased tonnage, the driver shortage along with better asset utilization has reduced capacity. Tighter capacity means the LTL carriers have pricing power.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
FEBRUARY 5, 2016
The overall effectiveness of GRIs mainly stem from carrier utilization and market capacity. Carrier utilization ran high in early 2015, and although volumes remained relatively strong year over year, the addition of capacity into the marketplace led to falling utilization levels.
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