The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A freight forwarder is an agent in the supply chain whose objective is to organize a shipment, acting as the intermediary between the exporter or importer and transportation companies. Miles is a proud first-generation, Indian-American, modern sales pro turned SaaS leader. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2021

5 Trends Shaping Logistics with Ben Gordon. Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss 5 trends shaping logistics and supply chain. In the interview, Ben reviews and discussed trends and interesting companies in ecommerce, final mile, cold chain, reverse logistics, and fulfillment. About Ben Gordon.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 4, 2022

Ben is the Founder and Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital , a private equity firm investing in the applied supply chain. He draws on a career building, advising, and investing in supply chain companies. Benjamin led the firm’s efforts, advising on over $1 billion worth of supply chain transactions.

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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. The Google TMS?

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate, Supply Chain Matters blog unveils part two of a summarized overview of our annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains for the year 2023 and beyond. Economic and Business Challenges Expected in 2023. Overall Themes for the Year 2023.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 2, 2022

Ian is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Association of American Railroads (AAR) which is the world’s leading railroad policy, research, standard setting, and technology organization that focuses on the safety and productivity of the U.S. From 2009 to 2013, Jefferies served as a senior policy advisor to the Chairman of the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 8, 2016

It was a relatively quiet week for supply chain and logistics news, with robots and weak freight demand dominating the headlines. Honeywell To Acquire Intelligrated, A Leader In Supply Chain And Warehouse Automation Technologies. Nordstrom Buys Stake in Software Firm (WSJ – sub.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 16, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Flawless logistics can really be the secret ingredient to the recipe for a successful business. The logistics industry is big in India. In this blog, we will talk about the best among these logistics companies in India.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 20, 2016

I’ve spent most of this week in Dorking, England (not far from London) meeting with executives from Paragon Software Systems and several of its customers (I’ll share my takeaways from the visit, including my video interviews with clients, in a future post). Amazon Looking to License or Acquire Freight-Management Technology (WSJ-sub.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 17, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares select individual prediction snapshots that are included in our annual 2023 predictions for industry and global supply chains research advisory. Background. Prediction Background.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2013

Oracle Brings Extreme Supply Chain Performance to Customers with New In-Memory Application. Infor Simplifies Supply Chain Demand Planning. New Vehicle Routing Activity Tool and Enhanced iPhone Functionality, Highlight Latest Version of Roadnet Transportation Suite. Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2013 Results.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2016

These demands put increasing pressure on retailers, who in turn, pass that burden onto their suppliers – further increasing complexity and intensifying pressure on supply chains. This has created what some in the industry are referring to as “supply chain impatience.”. Combining Technology and Industry Expertise.

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C3 Solutions

JULY 22, 2020

Let's take a look at the absolutely fundamental importance of the software systems that underpin DC operations: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). These systems are the brains that help retail operations stay ahead of the competition, by enabling the addition of new automated systems. Warehouse Control Systems (WCS).

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Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. Explore Modern End-to-End Supply Chain for Real Business Growth. FREE EBOOK.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2015

My daughter’s second grade class is sharing their work this morning, so in the interest of time, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Descartes Acquires Oz Development, Inc. Million Investment to Power Warehouse Management Software in the Cloud.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 28, 2023

This is the second guest blog from Craig Lukasik , an MBA supply chain graduate from the Poole College of Management’s supply chain program. Looking at the finished product with your eyes barely conveys the awesome complexity of the supply chain involved in bringing it to life.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 31, 2013

Supply Vision Partners with FindMyFreight.com. Department of Transportation Releases Policy on Automated Vehicle Development. Trucks Transported 60% of U.S.-NAFTA billion messages each year — a statistic that underscores the ongoing rise of supply chain operating networks. NAFTA Trade in March 2013.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. What is the Hyperconnected Era or “The Internet of Things?”

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Another Friday where I have limited time, so let’s go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Uber to move freight, target trucking for the long haul (Reuters). Flexport Raises $65 Million in Venture Capital to Expand Operations (Transport Topics). and global operations.

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TMC

OCTOBER 20, 2016

TMS-Enabled Omnichannel Supply Chains Gearing Up for the Peak Season Challenge.Connect. The 2016 holiday shopping season is expected to deliver increased sales volumes—and new challenges for retailers as they continue to develop omnichannel supply chain models in response to changing consumer buying patterns. since 2009.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Warehouse robots are just one form of warehouse automation , but they’re making a big impact. From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing. Will they help or hurt more?”

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 22, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights continued evidence that the U.S. freight and logistics industry continues to mitigate recessionary conditions including the April 2023 Logistics Manager Index reaching its lowest level lowest level in six years and one-half years. freight, logistics and parcel movement industry.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 16, 2015

Supply chain execution convergence is a topic that has been gaining in popularity. It’s time for organizations to take a step back and evaluate their overall supply chain approach and to consider how supply chain execution convergence can bring their supply chain to the next level.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2022

When my fiance heard about the price, he advised that I find a local hairdresser and set up a frequent-shopper account with them for a few months until the tool is back in stock. When the pandemic started in 2020, no one could foresee the impacts of the global supply chain disturbances would last this long.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 14, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights Amazon CEO ’s latest letter to shareholders outlining performance, operational and strategic business goals moving forward in 2023 and beyond. The first part of the letter places a lot of emphasis on the Amazon AWS Cloud services businesses which Jassy oversaw before becoming CEO.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Driverless vehicles and package delivery dominated the supply chain and logistics news this week, so let’s go straight to it: Google wants to deliver packages from self-driving trucks ( Quartz ). Amazon expands logistics reach in China ( Reuters ). USPS reports Q1 revenue gains ( Logistics Management ).

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2015

With no time to spare, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Web-Shopping Deluge Boxes In Landlords (WSJ – sub. Hours-of-Service Back For Third Year In A Row As Top Concern In Annual Trucking Industry Survey. Ryder Reports Record Third Quarter 2015 Results.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

As the nation turns its attention to reasons for gratitude this Thanksgiving season, we here at UltraShipTMS, the Supply Chain Collaborator blog and the logistics industry in general have more than the usual reasons to be thankful. percent higher than the low in April 2009 during the recession.”

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

For December 2015, retail sales were the lowest since 2009. Retail was slow to adopt supply chain processes to drive new business models; and as a result, traditional retail redefinition of supply chain processes got caught in the omni-channel hype while Amazon worked its magic to become a market leader.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 21, 2015

A few weeks ago I witnessed supply chain history in the making. The Port of Rotterdam signed a contract for a system that will enable inland shipping companies to take supply chain collaboration to the next level. There were at least two barriers: trust and technology. The inland shipping community (i.e.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 29, 2022

Like safety stock calculations , EOQ is one of the most important equations in supply chain planning. The demand is subjected to change due to many factors drastically, including pandemics (COVID-19), war (Russia-Ukraine war), and last but not least technological advancements. Bowersox, Supply Chain Logistics Management.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 13, 2015

Here’s the news that caught my attention this week: January 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Robinson Drives Efficiencies for Global Proppant Supply Chains. business inventories flat, inventory-to-sales ratio highest since 2009 (Reuters). Cass Freight Index – February 2015.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. The Freightos System is SaaS for freight contract management, automatic price quotations, and business intelligence. He forms Sea-Land Service, and experiments with container design. Significance.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2012

The latest Master of Logistics 20 th Annual Study of Transportation and Trends Study reports that in 2011 the highest percent of transportation costs was ground freight at 76.1%, of which US long haul trucking holds a major position at 64.4%. mile in January 2009. The 2009 rates slowly increased to the current 2012 level.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2016

At Transplace’s recent Shipper Symposium, a diverse group of shippers, logistics experts and analysts came together to discuss the latest industry trends and obstacles faced by supply chain and transportation professionals, and identify strategies for addressing these issues and improving operations. Time will tell.

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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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