The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 4, 2022

Benjamin has worked with firms such as UPS, DHL, Kuehne & Nagel, Agility Logistics, NFI Logistics, GENCO, Nations Express, Raytrans, Echo Global, Dixie, Wilpak, and others. Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business.

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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. Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance.

Resource Reduction 163

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

82% of people have concerns that the supply chain will ruin life plans, such as birthdays, vacations, holidays, and the purchasing of necessary items. Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). Prior to Covid-19, 45% of consumers never considered the supply chain when making purchases.

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

3rdwave

JANUARY 23, 2019

However, digitization really became mainstream around 2009 when there were officially more “things” than people connected to the internet. Digitization is an essential cornerstone capability that enables Logistics to deliver its true potential. Why should Logistics Care about Digitization? Why should Logistics care?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 86

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Logistics Optimal Sourcing 86

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?”

Internet of things 120

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 16, 2015

The need for end-to-end visibility and solutions that proactively enable planning and the ability to react to the unavoidable disruptions is paramount. In 2009, the term supply chain execution convergence emerged as a way to describe the next generation of supply chains. Rethinking the Traditional Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

Since 2009, ocean carriers have faced many uncertainties—and they’re expected to continue for the foreseeable future. The Panama Canal expansion, slated for completion this spring, will impact logistics in a big way. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season.

Panama 100

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 6, 2014

The sponsors who provided the moderators for the event on board the ship this year were: Consafe Logistics, DSV Solutions, PwC and Slimstock. John van Dongen, Director Demand Flow Planning & Scheduling Europe at Electrolux Home Products (2009). Erik Botter, Director Purchasing & Logistics at Pearle Benelux (2012).

Supply Chain Strategy 97

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EcoVadis

JULY 28, 2010

19/05/2010: Interview with Luca Guzzabocca, head of Logistics Costs and Supply Chain Management at GRUPPO MONTEPASCHI. 1) Why is Sustainable Procurement important for GRUPPO MONTEPASCHI? Sustainable Procurement is one of the significant engagements GRUPPO MONTEPASCHI has in CSR policies.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

When a backer decides to purchase your geode kit for every science teacher in Illinois, you could end up with a house bursting with science kits. Since its founding in 2009, Kickstarter has raised more than $3 billion to fund almost 125,000 successful projects, for a total of over $5.3 The post Crowdfunding Fulfillment Solutions!

Procurement Solutions 56

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 24, 2018

He’s been with Logistics Bureau as a Manager since 2009. Keiran, you started out as a technician working on heavy machinery and now you’re close to celebrating ten years with Logistics Bureau. Planning, logistics and inventory management became my life. Tell us a little bit about your job at Logistics Bureau.

Supply Chain Planning Software 58

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. » Impact of SMAC on Enterprise Software Applications. Communication Services.

Analytics Software 35

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

in Labor Savings Per Shipment: Automated booking improves productivity and quality of logistics team’s activities. in Freight Cost Savings Per Shipment: Logistics Sourcing activities improve negotiated rates. It seeks to find the optimal solution given a variety of choices, alternatives and influences that might affect the outcome.

Real-time Visibility 100

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The company also increased its use of third-party logistics providers and effectively created a network that could be optimized tactically at any given point in time. The Supply Chain Cost Reduction Challenge: A wallboard and sticker system was a low-tech solution for identifying equipment items in the yard at Terex.

Cost Reduction Strategies 77

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

I missed sending out a post last week and really am sorry about that but…here’s my excuse…I was at the Reverse Logistics Association (RLA) Leadership Conference last week. Reverse logistics is a fascinating part of supply chains that tends to get overlooked by many. billion pounds since 2009. Hey there!

Reverse Logistics 52

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The rise in eCommerce and a decline of in-store purchasing predated Covid, but the pandemic occasioned a surge in eCommerce growth that now has many businesses re-evaluating their use of retail space. Dark stores enable consumers to purchase from retailers without having to enter the store.

Case Study 105

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Supply Chain View from the Field

AUGUST 28, 2013

Plus it saves us all of the headaches associated with logistics and that other messy stuff… ” The concept of Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) is defined as a supply initiative where the supplier assumes responsibility of tracking and replenishing a customer’s inventory. 11, 2009. [5] R eferences. Blackhurst, J., Craighead, C.,

Vendor Strategies 76

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TMC

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Competing in a multichannel environment requires a number of critical capabilities—such as a 360-degree view of fulfillment operations—that TMS solutions are uniquely equipped to support. Essential tool. since 2009. TMS solutions helps shippers meet demands like these in four important ways. to reach $655.8

Omnichannel 54

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 20, 2013

ADVA Optical Networking is being honored for the end-to-end supply chain solution with which it has secured strategic advantages. With this solution, Adva Optical Networking can offer valuable insights to other sectors,” praised speaker Pavel Krych, Director of Technical Purchasing at Deutsche Telekom, in his congratulatory speech.

Supply Chain Network Software 84

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3rdwave

JANUARY 23, 2019

However, digitization really became mainstream around 2009 when there were officially more “things” than people connected to the internet. Digitization is an essential cornerstone capability that enables Logistics to deliver its true potential. Why should Logistics Care about Digitization? Why should Logistics care?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 40

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Logistics Optimal Sourcing 40

EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. Many business systems also include functionality to support certain inventory management and purchasing processes.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 12, 2015

Edith van Erp-Slot, Market Logistics Director, Mars Nederland. Jeroen van Weesep, VP Supply Chain Planning and Logistics EMEA and APAC, Lego Group. The sponsors who provided the moderators for the event on board the boat this year were: Consafe Logistics, DSV Solutions, PwC and Slimstock. The judging panel.

Supply Chain Planning 60

Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Europe Scenario Planning 60

ShipBob

AUGUST 3, 2020

It has been forecasted that by 2040, approximately 95% of all purchases will be facilitated by ecommerce. Founded in 2009, Forerunner Ventures specializes in investing in commerce-related businesses including Warby Parker, Away, Jet, Hims, Hers, Glossier, Bonobos, and others. Its latest fund (made in 2018) was $250 million.

Trends 105

Trends Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software 105

Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. » Is Agile methodology a good solution for ERP implementations. Financial Services.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 24

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Oracle SCM

JANUARY 23, 2019

This transformation has extended all the way to the palms of consumers’ hands, as smartphones give people the power to research and purchase products at the exact moment they want them. Cloud software allows this formerly exclusive connectivity to benefit startups and small businesses as well as multinational enterprises.

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 27, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Manufacturing Procurement 29

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 29

6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics. Coyote Logistics @CoyoteLogistics Coyote Logistics prides itself on its innovative logistics and supply chain philosophy.

Supply Chain Planning Software 45

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 27

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 18, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights reports that Rivian Automotive fell short of its 2022 vehicle production goal and that several top executives have departed the company, including the company’s purchasing head. Previously, the company’s initial Chief Operating Officer departed at the end of 2019. Added Background. Bob Ferrari.

Supply Chain Design Software 59

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 6, 2014

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Cloud based ERP providers are trying to tap into this area to provide a cost effective solution.

Supply Chain Planning Software 35

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

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NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Stuart William was in one of my former MBA classes at NC State in 2008, and graduated into one of the worst economies ever in May of 2009. He then went into global imports for the central purchasing group in Raleigh. In 2009 it lost two-thirds of their sales – and lost money for four years in a row. Today, we are at 5.5M

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Social media can be a wonderful tool to bring about this change. Communication Services.

Optimal Sourcing 26

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 20, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Manufacturing Procurement 24

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 24, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 22

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