Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

It started in manufacturing and spread, step by step, to improvements in the way the company runs its supply chain. This manufacturer already has business continuity plans in place. They built them between 2012 and 2014, and then enhanced them when better supply chain risk management solutions became available. It takes time.

Supply Chain Transformation 194

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Savi

MAY 28, 2020

Department of Defense (DoD), and your product is critical logistics technology for the Army National Guard’s first responders and warfighters, however, failing to deliver is simply not an option. How 3 Organizations Worked Together to Get New Logistics Equipment to the Army National Guard – in the Midst of A Pandemic.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

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Talking Logistics

MAY 17, 2013

FTR Shippers Condition Index notes pending HOS changes could cut productivity ( Logistics Management ). There is an increasing need to extend these applications beyond the enterprise to improve supply chain and logistics execution. Note: Descartes, HighJump Software, and LeanLogistics are Logistics Viewpoints sponsors.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 145

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

As explained by Clint Raiser of Logistics Viewpoints , e-commerce retail sales have grown at 15% annually, doubling in size since 2012. To meet rising demand, supply chain executives must begin considering new ways to increase the capacity of their existing facilities.

Distribution 179

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2018

In attendance are manufacturing representatives from BASF, BerryGlobal, Corning, Covestro, Grace, Evonik, Intel, Monsanto, and Smith’s Detection. Technologists and manufacturers working together to try to define multi-tier processes to redefine B2B. Stuck, only 10% of manufacturers are driving improvement. (90%

Supply Chain Network Software 183

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2014

NAFTA Trade in November 2013 than in November 2012. Ratings for President Obama’s “State of the Union” address were the lowest since 2000 , but if you tuned in, he raised a couple of points related to supply chain and logistics. Robinson and UltraShipTMS are Talking Logistics sponsors. Three of Five Modes Carried More U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 141

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Resilinc

DECEMBER 5, 2023

For example, in the life sciences industry, biopharma companies increasingly rely on contract manufacturing and development organizations (CDMOs) to address biologics manufacturing production and capacity demand. Then, we look at where each company is manufacturing, housing, assembling, and testing.

Supply Chain Risk Management 75

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Labor and management work out deal at Port of LA/Long Beach ( Logistics Management ). Transplace delivered more than 50 customer solutions in 2012 using the CombineNet sourcing technology, in industries including consumer goods, chemicals, manufacturing, and retail. Song of the Week: “Miracle Mile” by Cold War Kids.

Optimal Sourcing 100

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 30, 2023

This report compiles data on more than 370 suppliers to Apple noting their changes in factory locations and plans for new capacity in regions other than China. For the latter, no suppliers existing in 2012 and now India is the home of 14 suppliers including iPhone assembly operations accounting for a reported 7 percent of shipments.

Sourcing Strategies 59

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2017

China aims to extend its logistics reach from the Pacific to the Atlantic through its One Belt, One Road initiative. The sheer size of the country’s “One Belt, One Road” logistics initiative, for instance, calls into question the true objective of the regional infrastructure plan. Like the country itself, China’s ambitions are massive.

China 73

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2013

Descartes reported an 11 percent increase in total revenues, a 33 percent increase in net income, and a 27 percent increase in cash provided by operating activities in its Fiscal Year 2012 compared to the previous year. Note: 3Gtms, Descartes, and Ryder are Logistics Viewpoints sponsors). Have a great weekend! Be Sociable, Share!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

During the period of 2006-2012, Campbell Soup Company outperformed its peer group on the Supply Chain Index. Food and Beverage Company Performance on the Supply Chain Index for the Period of 2006-2012. Background on the Supply Chain Index. Dave asked his team to join him for the discussion. What have you learned?

Case Study 286

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QAD

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Not only was the framework of a supply chain adopted by key players in the manufacturing dynasty, such as Henry Ford, but business logistics became critical to successful business intelligence throughout the 1900s. Supply chain management analytics utilizes inbound and outbound logistics information.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Previous applications of the IIoT in manufacturing have led to a savings of 12 percent across the industry.

Internet of things 120

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Houston is home to a number critical industries, including energy exploration, oil and gas refineries, and related manufacturing of petrochemicals and plastic resins, among others. The port has since re-opened, as have some portions of the railroads, but some capacity has yet to be restored.

Freight 70

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2015

This improvement tripled battery storage capacity (almost equaling lithium ion) A few marketplace knee jerk reactions occurred. The Tesla end run using lithium batteries, probably caused the NiMH patent sale to BASF in 2012. In modern logistic fashion, they package their batteries with the control electronics in sea-land containers.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Among distribution centers with three or more buildings, 28% had six or more buildings in 2016, 22% had six or more buildings in 2017, and 27% had six or more buildings in 2018, according to Logistics Management. According to Logistics Management , the average clear height of distribution centers was 32.7 feet in 2016. “As U.S.

Warehousing 91

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RFgen

AUGUST 29, 2016

One such manufacturer is Dunkirk’s Coca-Cola European Partners bottling plant. In 2011, 2012 and 2014, the site was internally recognized with the Oscas Energy award. Not only was this project time sensitive, but it required new manufacturing practices, meaning CCEP had to restructure its supply chain strategies.

Material Savings 52

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RFgen

AUGUST 29, 2016

One such manufacturer is Dunkirk’s Coca-Cola European Partners bottling plant. In 2011, 2012 and 2014, the site was internally recognized with the Oscas Energy award. Not only was this project time sensitive, but it required new manufacturing practices, meaning CCEP had to restructure its supply chain strategies.

Material Savings 52

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 11, 2014

It consolidated Cargill’s global animal feed production and strengthened its internal supply chain capacity for food production and processing. I split this off from global sourcing because we had plenty of buyers but not enough planning and logistics so service and documentation was failing. With a price tag of $2.1

S&OP 107

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 12, 2015

From monitoring carrier capacity and driver shortages to tracking diesel pricing and government regulations, staying current on the events in transportation means you will be better equipped to make knowledgeable business decisions and drive growth and efficiency into your supply chain. Carrier Capacity . Driver Shortage.

Transportation 34

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). 49% of respondents were from the manufacturing industry, 16% from the mechanical engineering sector, and 11% from the automotive market. a bushel, the highest price since July 2012. How the Supply Chain Crisis is Impacting Businesses and Consumers.

Material Savings 207

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GlobalTranz

MAY 11, 2015

With the release of the May 8, 2015 Jobs Report , many businesses and employees within the manufacturing industry have grown concerned. According to the report, the average number of total US manufacturing jobs in the United States changed very little since April. Technological Advances. Cheaper Products From Alternate Economies.

Manufacturing 120

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Elementum

MAY 13, 2015

The project aims to increase the country’s total shipping capacity by 60% by building four new international port terminals and modernizing nine existing terminals. The ultimate goal of the project is to create a more attractive, comprehensive, and integrated supply and value chain for foreign manufacturers and importers. million TEUs.

Mexico 60

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 14, 2014

Weidmann Plastics Technology is part of the Techniplas Group and I am responsible for three teams: Logistics planning; pre-series scheduling; and project purchasing. Our logistics planning team consists of four people and is responsible for creating a supply chain concept for our new products.

Negotiating Skills 87

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 14, 2013

Authorized carriers may offer capacity for each load based on rates already established or based on shipper-established parameters. can also support a public exchange environment to secure capacity and rates in a backhaul, capacity-constraint market. Highly customizable, FAM 2.0 Even with the April decrease to 112.4,

Puerto Rico 145

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 4, 2015

In their effort to successfully acquire new customer contracts and deliver quality products through SQM, medical device manufacturers face the following challenges. Quickly detecting design and manufacturing process flaws and launch the necessary recurrence prevention actions. 2: Medical devices. 3: Consumer goods.

Procurement Analytics 120

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 2, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. FedEx is currently working to “substantially” increase its capacity ahead of the holiday season by building out its infrastructure. Winnebago Industries , the motorhome manufacturer, is working to increase production after its backlog reached record levels amid high consumer demand.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 237

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Stord

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Despite advances in automation technology, work related to transportation, logistics and warehousing remains highly labor intensive. According to the Wall Street Journal , trucking companies hired 6,700 workers in March 2018, giving that sector the strongest sector growth since 2012. Yet the current discrepancy in capacity remains.

Demand Planning Software 78

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Industrial Manufacturing. Logistics and Distribution. 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 2012. October 2012.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 24

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

There’s no question that innovative technologies aid in logistics and supply chain management, but when it comes to the many labor-intensive processes that take place in the warehouse, some fear that robots could make human warehouse workers obsolete. But what does that mean for industry employment?

Warehousing 78

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Industrial Manufacturing. Logistics and Distribution. Inventory and Capacity Visibility to Order Management System. Hence, address can be amended without re-checking inventory and capacity. December 2012. November 2012. October 2012. September 2012. August 2012. April 2012.

Manufacturing Procurement 20

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Industrial Manufacturing. Logistics and Distribution. The first problem was that of underutilized capacity. The capacity booking corresponding to such backordered orders remained unutilized since, route (of the load which contains backordered order) had already been optimized. December 2012. November 2012.

Optimal Sourcing 24

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 19, 2011

Industrial Manufacturing. Logistics and Distribution. To fulfill these and many other supply chain related needs, retailers are currently importing supply chain concepts from industries like manufacturing and automobile in which supply chain management is an established practice. December 2012. November 2012.

Manufacturing Procurement 22

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Industrial Manufacturing. Logistics and Distribution. Demand planning is the most critical process in the CPG industry, since it drives all downstream processes (raw material/finished goods inventory planning, procurement planning, capacity planning, manpower planning, transportation planning, etc.) December 2012.

Supply Chain Planning Software 22

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Freightos

JULY 23, 2015

Logistics is the prime example of a changing industry – colossal, ripe for disruption and utterly opaque. Enough to go through every single article published in the top tech blogs – Techcrunch, Verge, Mashable and Recode – since 2007 to count how often articles about logistics startups, freight or cargo were published.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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Global Trade Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Businesses in the EU and US are increasing their investment in manufacturing and sourcing offshore. This trend raises critical challenges for international supply chain, quality control, traceability and logistics management. ► 2012. (1). Forbes.com: Global Trade Management. Blog Archive. ► 2014. (13). ► May.

Cargo 40

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