The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols , Shanna Greathouse , and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming supply chain disruptions. Tony and Shanna work at CarrierDirect , a company that specializes in helping companies minimize supply chain risk. About Tony Nichols.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

” As supply chains have grown more complex, the same thing could be written about many of them. The foggy environment in which many supply chain professionals labor stems from a lack of visibility deep into supply chain operations. The Situational Awareness Imperative. better situational awareness).

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QAD

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Supply chain disruptions have led many discussions the past couple years — and how they have been embraced by experts as the new normal. However, it is important to remember that the supply chain has always been vulnerable. These help shorten supply chains and get goods closer to end customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

In today’s interconnected global economy, supply chains play a vital role in the success of businesses. Supply Chains Under Disruption: A Financial Toll Recent years have witnessed several disruptions that have shaken global supply chains, causing major financial setbacks for companies.

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 26, 2011

In today’s highly competitive global marketplace, supply chain leaders need to understand how financial strategies and decisions can significantly impact their supply chains’ performance, potentially determining the success—or failure—of their organizations. More details and registration information from CSCMP.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Since joining the company in 2011, he’s focused on developing and growing its Coyote Transportation Management offerings, driving synergy efforts with UPS, and leading the Supply Chain Consulting team. For the study, Coyote worked with a 3rd party research firm to survey over 500 supply chain decision makers.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

If you haven’t yet listened to or read about them, take a look at our wrap-up blogs covering past episodes of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. Season 1 of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast is a wrap and Cathy Fisher of Quistem , Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I couldn’t be more proud.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

A recent episode of CBS’s “60 Minutes” ran a segment on some of the issues involved in the current global supply chain crisis — focusing primarily on U.S. For the supply chain to work smoothly, a complex and highly choreographed dance, involving both full and empty shipping containers, must be performed. .

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Supply Chain Matters highlights this week’s news related to Ford Motor in having to warn investors of an unanticipated $1 billion in added quarterly supply chain costs. As has been the pattern with other warnings by companies related to supply chain challenges. Background.

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Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 2, 2013

Current logistics and supply chain management trends are discussed very often on social media sites. In the year 2000, Journal of Business Logistics published the article named " Ten Mega-Trends That Will Revolutionize Supply Chain Logistics ". How can we identify them really? What''s Next?

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SCMDOJO

JULY 29, 2022

Like safety stock calculations , EOQ is one of the most important equations in supply chain planning. With the rise of COVID-19, the supply chain in is facing a huge challenge in the lead time. Bowersox, Supply Chain Logistics Management. Lysons, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, 9th Ed. ,

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Resilinc

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Read on to hear Craig’s expert insights on the current landscape and what companies can do to accelerate supply chain resilience in the midst of increased supply chain disruptions. Tell us a bit about your background in Life Sciences. How is the Life Sciences industry different post-COVID?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 10, 2022

where he served as CEO until 2011 when Cargo was bought by Smith Transportation Services, Inc. He has advised carriers and 3PLs to create and implement long-term strategies enabled through organizational change and operational efficiency. A talent and recruiting strategy that includes a nearshoring partner like Lean Solutions Group.

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SCM Research

MAY 22, 2012

Capgemini has published the results of its annual international supply chain survey. The study is titled The 2012 global supply chain agenda. The survey participants were asked about the measures taken to improve the flexibility of supply chains. Practice Report Supply Chain Management Trend'

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Resilinc

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

A common challenge for procurement and supply chain professionals is obtaining support from C-level leaders to invest in a robust supply chain risk management (SCRM) program. A strong business case will articulate clear goals aligned with the company’s strategy as well as providing answers to anticipated objections.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 31, 2024

That alone is a testament to the industry’s ongoing dilemma of investing and transforming component supply and production networks to all electric powered, while industry demand levels continue to favor combination electric and gasoline hybrid powered models. This remains the substance of industry business case study.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), based in Saskatoon, is focused on providing more than 160 local Co-ops across Western Canada with strategy and leadership, wholesaling, manufacturing, logistics, operational support, business-enabling services and marketing support. learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com. About TealBook.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Supply-chain flexibility and responsiveness have never been more important as they are at present. Even before COVID-19, supply-chain managers considered how to cope with supply-chain disruptions — from natural disasters like the 2011 Japanese tsunami to political developments such as the U.S.-China

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 4, 2015

Editor’s Note : It is clear from several articles around the Skills Gap that we need programs that keep the next generations interested in one of the most vital parts of business today: mastering the supply chain. Franklin Center for Supply Chain Management at the Martin J. We hope you enjoy!

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 16, 2015

Inventory optimization has always been a challenge while designing and planning a supply chain. A variety of barriers can impact an effective inventory strategy, such as working in functional silos and demand/supplier volatility¹. Asking the Right Inventory Questions. Do I have the right ordering frequencies and lot sizes?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

Our previous discussion on augmented reality revealed a new trend in supply chain management , the use of computer-simulated imagery to enhance production and efficiency. However, artificial intelligence is poised to radically change the supply chain in profound ways. Artificial intelligence is everywhere.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Companies need to be fully aware of global climate change conversations and how they will impact their supply chain in the near future. Supply chain network and transportation optimization can help make better sourcing and multi-stop route decisions that ultimately result in route design that balances low costs with higher service.

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SupplyShift

JUNE 17, 2021

For example, in 2019, 90% of companies listed on the S&P 500® index issued an annual sustainability report, compared to just under 20% in 2011. I recommend companies take tangible action toward setting supply chain ESG goals in the following ways: 1.

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SupplyShift

JUNE 17, 2021

For example, in 2019, 90% of companies listed on the S&P 500® index issued an annual sustainability report, compared to just under 20% in 2011. I recommend companies take tangible action toward setting supply chain ESG goals in the following ways: 1. Define Your Scope. Define Success. .

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Elementum

OCTOBER 17, 2018

e-commerce market has nearly doubled in size since 2011, and is forecast to grow to $737B by 2022. It’s clear that in the changing market landscape, where customers expect immediate and accurate fulfillment of purchases, companies need to look at their inventory management strategies with a fresh eye. The Challenge.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2014

It’s one of the most common questions I get these days from third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially this time of the year as they’re finalizing their strategies for 2015 and beyond. All signs point to Mexico playing a greater role in supply chains moving forward, and as a result, a greater role in the strategic plans of 3PLs.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 23, 2015

For years, I’ve been telling supply chain executives to think beyond Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter when thinking about the role of social networking in supply chain management. As I wrote last December in Facebook for Supply Chain Communication and Collaboration?

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

10 | Profile Scott Kuhn, Global Head of Supply at Syngenta. In 2011 Syngenta reorganised its business to support a shift in strategic focus from seeds and crop protection, to integrated solutions for farmers. Many companies are unclear about their business strategy: which mountain are we trying to climb, and why?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2017

No one can argue that the rise of ecommerce and omni-channel fulfillment has dramatically impacted the supply chain in recent years. While this trend isn’t new, retailers and manufacturers are still evolving their supply chains to keep pace with customer demand and gain a competitive advantage. The Rise of DTC.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2018

To look at what risks will affect the supply chain in 2018, Rob Savitsky of AIR Worldwide ( a member of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics Supply Chain Exchange program), wrote a blog for MIT discussing three broad categories of supply chain risk. Natural Catastrophes.

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Research by McKinsey in 2011 revealed that only 20 percent of companies link their business strategy to clear decisions about their product portfolio and allocation of the necessary resources. The business, sales and supply chain, must make it clear how, and in which IT layer, processes require support.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Guest Post By Bob Ferrari, Executive Editor, Supply Chain Matters blog. What therefore should retailers expect in the upcoming 2011 season?

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Kinaxis

JUNE 1, 2016

by CJ Wehlage On the bus ride back to the McDowell Marriott after the 2016 Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain event, I plugged my ear phones into my cell and listened to some Pearl Jam. So, the supply chain version of Last Kiss would go something like this…. “Oh Oh where, oh where, can my supply chain be?

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 10, 2013

Global supply chains and transport networks form the backbone of the global economy, fuelling trade, consumption and economic growth. Disruptions to supply chains can prove costly, as highlighted most recently by Hurricane Sandy. It highlights the need to shift focus from reactive to proactive risk management.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 5, 2015

These consumer products global leaders paved the road for supply chain excellence by defining new supply chain practices. Today, each leader wants to take their empowered team to new supply chain heights. At Supply Chain Insights, we published a report card yesterday. Who is poised to win?

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 11, 2014

Three years after its inception, Business on the Move launches a new board game designed to teach young people of all ages about the importance of today’s supply chain in global commerce. The game aims to inspire, excite and educate young people from the age of 9 to 19, and beyond. and “How can I cut my carbon footprint?”.

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MIT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 30, 2014

There is no better way to show the impact of major disruptions on supply chains than to convey the level of risk involved through a clear, impactful, visual device. MIT CTL researchers Ranjana Mary Ninan and Christopher Sean Wang created such a device for their SCM Program thesis Visualizing and Quantifying Global Supply Chain Risk .

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