Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Menlo Logistics Opening New Multi-client Warehouse in Ladkrabang, Thailand. Kuehne + Nagel inaugurates North America’s regional Integrated Logistics Control Centre in Raleigh, NC, USA. Note: Grand Junction, Kewill, and MercuryGate are Talking Logistics sponsors. IAS ChassisManager Facilitates Street-Turns. Macy’s, Inc.

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Supply Chains Rock

APRIL 28, 2011

Thursday, April 28, 2011. But.social media can be used within the "supply chain firewall" of the procurement, logistics, fulfilment and manufacturing teams. Have procurement buyers from around the world Tweet each time they found a new supplier or are bidding for a new part or product to see if they can combine orders.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Together with its strategic partner Optis Consulting, Ivalua’s solution has digitally enabled FCL’s policies and processes for core procurement activities, including sourcing and contract management. Together FCL and those local co-operatives form the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS). learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com.

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Supply Chain Network

JULY 27, 2011

Purolator, Canada’s leading integrated freight and parcel solutions provider, is pleased to announce that it was recently awarded Logistics Quarterly’s 2011 Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Sustainability Award for demonstrating leadership in sustainable supply chain practices. About Echo Global Logistics.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 29, 2022

While the previous points of criticism are valid and worth considering, EOQ might help procure both; the repetitive items and the MRO (maintenance, repair and operation) items. Author : Emad Atef – CSCA, MBA (Candidate), Procurement and Sourcing Manager. Bowersox, Supply Chain Logistics Management. References. Lysons, 312.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Over the last two decades Steelwedge raised significant capital in three rounds: 4M$ in 2004, 16M$ in 2011 and 22.5M$ in 2015. In 2011 I had a similar talk with the founder and asked the same questions. The focus was on automating procurement. I was not sure. Sitting at my desk, I made a list. My list was short.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

August is usually a quiet month for supply chain and logistics news, but not this year, especially the past couple of weeks. LevaData to Transform Strategic Sourcing for Global Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders. UK government announces funding for truck platooning trials (Automotive Logistics). Convey Closes $8.25

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 12, 2024

That performance so far is much stronger than Americas Great Recession recovery: four years into that business cycle (2007 Q4 to 2011 Q4), US real GDP was only 1.8% What is the state of readiness of your third-party logistics and contract manufacturers? Procurement was operating in isolation from supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Not all disruptions are as cataclysmic as Japan’s 2011 tsunami or COVID-19, but smaller logistic and control disruptions/disconnections are happening continuously in most supply chains. They have less dramatic operational consequences, but expose the problem just the same. . In the past such a delivery had a service time of days. .

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Supply Chains Rock

JUNE 28, 2011

Wednesday, June 29, 2011. Honoring excellence and innovation within the supply chain profession, the CHaINA Awards offer organisations across all industries and sectors the opportunity to showcase the best in supply chain, sourcing, procurement and logistics projects, products, applications, services and initiatives in Asia.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

He was appointed Purchasing Director in 2011, in charge of Bouygues Entreprises France-Europe. In 2013, he transferred to Hong Kong to lead the APAC procurement and supply chain organization for all Bouygues Construction activities in this region. He is also President of Bouygues Construction Trading & Logistics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

That is the role of marketing or sales or procurement. Yes, I believe that supply chain overlays on top of the sales and marketing organizations and the procurement function. The transactional nature of procurement and sales is a barrier to redesigning for higher value. Data volumes grew 18X in 2011. It is coming.

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

The Experts’ Choice of the Top Online Logistics Resources. So I went straight to the source and asked consultants, trade reporters, Wall Street Journal reporters and others, what their go-to logistics and supply chain sources were. Experts’ Choice: Supply Chain and Logistics Email Newsletters. Ti Logistics Briefing.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 20, 2012

In 2011, insurance claims and business continuity amplified the discussion. This heightened awareness on business continuity has increased the emphasis on supplier development and is changing the processes in procurement to focus from squeezing costs and terms to building relationships. But, it does not stop there.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Procurement is at the core of many companies’ efforts to increase green practices. ” For many organizations, green procurement is something of a wouldn’t-it-be-nice idea. Even once those logistics are handled, effective supplier management without the proper tools can be extremely t ime consuming and is often not scalable.

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Freight Waves

JUNE 16, 2025

The 2016 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) solidified this commitment, pledging $38 billion in military aid from 2018 to 2028—$33 billion for weapons procurement and $5 billion for missile defense. These companies anchor a global logistics network spanning manufacturing plants, transportation hubs, and deployment sites. billion in U.S.

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Supply Chains Rock

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

The IBM International Foundation -- IBMs philanthropy arm -- will provide a $10 million grant to operate a new Web site called " Supplier Connection " that will go live during the first quarter of 2011. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics. SCM Blogroll. Industrial Interface.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. As a B2B company, procurement management is essential. They also focused on lowering the walls of the silos: getting logistics, sourcing, supply chain planning to work on being globally inclusive. Where to Next?

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Logility

MARCH 2, 2011

OK, enough about dreaming of warmer days … Connections 2011 is set to be our largest user conference to date with record registrations and 25 percent more sessions to accommodate our growing audience. Luckily, this March our annual customer conference will be in Orlando, away from the cold weather and under the sun.

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Claritum

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. We’ve read through some of the best analyst reports and surveys to bring you this procurement fact file containing some of the most interesting findings, statistics and quotes. Click here to download a printable pdf version of the procurement fact file. Procurement.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. As a B2B company, procurement management is essential. They also focused on lowering the walls of the silos: getting logistics, sourcing, supply chain planning to work on being globally inclusive. Where to Next?

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Main | Demand Planning in CPG industry - Practising the Best Practices » The Upcoming 2011 Holiday Buying Season will again Test Retailer MCO and Supply Chain Capabilities.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 16, 2024

Solution: Collaborative logistics: Partnering with other companies in similar industries can allow for shared resources and consolidation of deliveries during peak periods [1]. The last mile in e-commerce logistics: Challenges and opportunities. Logistics Research, 10(1), 63-78. Key Constraints / Issues for Vehicle Utilisation.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2015

” In the process of business procurement and especially in the supply chain, supplier risk management is a skill set that needs focus day in and day out. Specifically, in the transportation and logistics industry it can be very beneficial to visit your carriers in person. How do you spot supplier risk with your carriers?

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. » The Real Headline for the 2011 Holiday Buying Season- Need for Balancing Retailer Online and Fulfillment Process Investments. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods.

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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Procurement is always thinking about cost savings, year over year. What if, for example, procurement has a budgeted amount for 4.5 cents, so procurement declares victory and says they saved their organization a lot of money: 3 cents per unit! Vel Dhinagaravel, CEO of Beroe , thinks this is the wrong way to measure procurement.

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Supply Chains Rock

APRIL 21, 2010

Timed perfectly with Earth Day, IBMs procurement arm has come out with a bold effort requiring its 30,000 suppliers in 60 countries to advance their sustainability efforts. While no deadline has been put in place, John Paterson, IBMs CPO hopes to have compliance by 2011. Glad to have found this on Inbound Logistic's Blogosphere.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

As a freelance marketer, I often worked closely with clients in the transportation and logistics space, so I began to understand the business. Transitioned to transportation and logistics when a recommended me for an opportuniy. Update procurement and carrier agreements to include FSMA provisions. Signed into law Jan.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 10, 2021

My projects in Malaysia, Philippines, China, Indonesia and eventually Vietnam, ranged from customer service and order fulfillment, shop-floor planning, inventory management, import/export and procurement. Family reasons relocated me to Bangkok in 2011. . Being financially savvy is a new basic.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

Through their knowledge of logistics, operations, and strategic planning, women are forging successful careers and making a substantial impact on this sector. Maryna has: 5 years of experience in procurement training and consulting. 10 years of experience in purchasing and procurement, the tobacco market in particular.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

The scarcity of skilled professionals in areas such as logistics, procurement, and data analytics can hinder the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains. For instance, during the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Toyota’s robust supply chain resilience allowed it to quickly recover and restore operations.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Sean Thompson ( @seantho ), Executive Vice President of network and ecosystem for SAP Procurement Solutions, insists one of the problems preventing organizations from cutting through the fog of business is the whole notion of a “linear supply chain.” “Survey existing suppliers, third-party logistics providers and customers.

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QAD

OCTOBER 26, 2023

For example, the information your logistics department uses to track deliveries can be shared with your customers, and your customer support team. The information your trade team uses to determine landed costs or admissibility of goods should be shared with procurement teams, so that you always purchase goods at the lowest possible price.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 8, 2018

Indirect Procurement – It’s Time to Rise and Shine! Yet Indirect Procurement often takes a back seat to Direct Procurement. Indirect Procurement however is critically important to the day to day and long term success of a company. Indirect Procurement – It’s Time to Rise and Shine! . .

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2016

With 40 percent of GSK’s carbon footprint coming from the procurement of raw materials, the company recognised that tackling its own emissions wouldn’t be enough to reduce its carbon footprint – it would need to support suppliers to do the same.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

miles per gallon in 2011, and fuel economy for super-single tractor-trailer combinations was 7.35 Of course, because the number of sidewalls is nearly halved by swapping super-singles for dual wheels, rolling resistance due to sidewall deflection is already significantly reduced. miles per gallon. This equates to 9.2

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 17, 2013

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