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AUGUST 8, 2023

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Price Reduction 175

Price Reduction Resource Reduction Asia Europe 175

MIT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 24, 2013

The Zaragoza Logistics Center, Zaragoza, Spain, is based in PLAZA, Europe’s largest logistics park, and both organizations benefit from the relationship. The Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC), Zaragoza, Spain, is celebrating its 10 th anniversary this week. The plan was to transform the region into a logistics hub.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

Logistics Network Optimization Software Spain Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 101

Freight Plus

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Prior to the last decade the discussion about green logistics has often been segmented from traditional supply chain management. In 2012, American software company and makers of popular products such as Photoshop & Acrobat, Adobe completely redesigned their packaging to be environmentally sensitive. (. Listen to this article. ).

Material Savings 40

Material Savings Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 40

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. Robinson, Con-way, and Transplace are Logistics Viewpoints sponsors).

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 100

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 27, 2017

Carriers and shippers had to focus on compliance with regulations, optimizing existing and new resources and dealing with the trucking driver shortage. The mandate for the clearing house and other critical trucking regulations were listed in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21 st Century Act in 2012. Schulz of Logistics Management.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software Modeling Software 120

Freightos

OCTOBER 30, 2016

Uber Freight: Another “Uber-for-Trucking”? After news broke last month that Uber was unleashing a trucking offering, it came as no surprise when it launched Uber Freight , an online trucking marketplace for US LTL. There are two stages to this logistics play: Leveraging load-matching technology to connect carriers with customers.

Freight 120

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Cargo 120

GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2016

Think back to 2012 when Sam Taylor, CEO of Oriental Trading Company , went undercover in his own company. Well, this example shows how wearable technology in the supply chain was being used 3 and a half years ago in 2012. Do you ever watch Undercover Boss? What’s Happening with Wearable Technology in the Supply Chain?

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 120

Supply Chain Network

AUGUST 6, 2012

According to the latest American Shipper benchmark survey, transportation spending increased in 2012 – according to 75 percent of respondents – remaining unscathed by budget cuts. Without a way to optimize and automate logistics, a company’s hard-earned cash won’t go nearly as far. ‘Keep on trucking’ has a new meaning. Paul Martyn.

Optimal Sourcing 92

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 92

Talking Logistics

MARCH 10, 2016

Cloud-based applications that manage e-commerce and enterprise resource planning (ERP) have lowered the barrier to entry for small- to medium-sized companies, and fueled an explosion of innovative products and high growth organizations. E-commerce has blurred the lines between retailers, wholesale distributors and manufacturers.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Warehousing Shipping Supply Chain Software 100

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I have long argued that third party logistics providers (3PLs) should set themselves apart from the competition by fully harnessing the power and value of their customer and employee communities. Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Talent Management as the Core of a Supply Chain Strategy.

Innovation 174

Innovation Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software 174

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. Let’s assume that IP is negative in 2016.

Price Reduction 70

Price Reduction Transportation Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Industry data for 2004 - 2013 shows an annual loss of at least $17 billion due to vacant positions, with shocking losses of around $45 billion in both 2012 and 2013. Ultimately, numerous companies found reshoring the most practical solution to overcome extreme unforeseen costs, and logistical and service issues in operating abroad.

Buyer Training 120

Buyer Training Manufacturing Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 120

MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 22, 2013

This was one of the main talking points at the 2013 Health & Humanitarian Logistics Conference, hosted by the Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (MISI) in Malaysia this June. A central theme of the discussions was the need to pool resources across large and small organizations, and to share supplies and knowledge.

Malaysia 63

Malaysia Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Scenario Planning 63

GlobalTranz

JUNE 24, 2015

According to Forbes magazine , The greatest reshoring will occur in industries that benefit most from cheap natural gas and have access to global markets… [industries such as] chemicals and metals… for products that change rapidly, including fashion apparel and technology… whose product value/weight ratios do not justify air freight.

America 120

America Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 11, 2013

Logistics and Distribution. Publishing Resources Industries. Human Resources. Logistics Design : Efforts should be practiced to reduce fuel consumption. Less use of air freight, increased use of rail and sea transport. Reducing pollution during transportation are important activities of reverse logistics.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 37

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 37

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2020

As the director of sales and marketing at a leading logistics provider, Zach has learned the things in the sales and marketing process that scare off great prospects. Zach Ramirez is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Ally Logistics. About Ally Logistics. Ally Logistics is a full-service brokerage servicing the U.S.

Price Reduction 100

Price Reduction Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Canada 100

GlobalTranz

MARCH 5, 2015

The program launched in 2012 and has already made an impact. Using the GSTW resources, James found a training program in his state and drove several hours each day to attend classes. For more information about how you can become involved, use the resource links below. Tech Shop – Training resources for veterans.

Buyer Training 120

Buyer Training Manufacturing Military Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. a bushel, the highest price since July 2012. Resources and Suppliers Tied to Ukraine and Russia. Chain Store Age ).

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

For example, we wrote recently about how Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods Market represents more than a new stream of brick and mortar business, but the possibility of improving its last mile delivery – the so-called “Holy Grail of Logistics,” and therefore gaining a further leg-up over its eCommerce competitors in the grocery category.

Supply Chain Planning Software 48

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 48

Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Publishing Resources Industries. Human Resources. As in the past, the biggest beneficiaries will likely be parcel and air freight carriers such as FedEx and UPS who will become the last mile fulfillment agents of the holiday sale. December 2012. November 2012. October 2012.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 28

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 28

MIT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 10, 2013

I gave the example of Sun Microsystems, which suffered a spate of freight thefts in Europe. To fight the phenomenon, Sun hired escorts for trailers carrying high-value Sun gear and monitored logistics personnel to reduce inside-job leaks of information about these shipments. As a result of the measures Sun cut its losses to zero.

Inventory Reduction 101

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 101

Freightera

MAY 4, 2017

Freightera to Build North America’s First Low Emission Freight Marketplace, Partners with SmartWay to Showcase Certified Carriers. Freightera Logistics Inc. has partnered with Natural Resources Canada’s SmartWay program in an initiative to reduce fuel costs and emissions from freight transportation.

Freight 21

Freight Resource Reduction Price Reduction Predictive Analytics Software 21

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 Design Software 45

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 45

GlobalTranz

MAY 11, 2015

Unfortunately, alternate economies have access to much cheaper labor and cheaper physical resources, such as plastics, metals, or wood, than the US. Therefore, some companies continue to use outsourced services for a large portion of their manufacturing in addition to manufacturing resources within the US. Environmental Concerns.

Manufacturing 120

Manufacturing Buyer Training Resource Reduction Demand Planning Software 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

“Managing supply chain and logistics has never been more significant and challenging since the outbreak of COVID-19 that created a new norm with high uncertainty and enforced an inevitable shift”. Logistics and supply chain management is a rapidly evolving field. However, technology is a means to an end and not the end itself.

Supply Chain Planning Software 233

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 233

Global Trade Management

AUGUST 4, 2008

. · Regulators: Customs Procedures & Regulations have a focus on enforcement, collection and security vs. collaboration and facilitation of trade; inadequate human and technological resources, incompatible and contradictory processes and regulations creating transaction, reporting and compliance impediments. ► 2012. (1).

Global 40

Global Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Optimal Sourcing 40

Logility

DECEMBER 14, 2012

This year’s 2012 Sailing to New Heights with Logility Award was presented to KGP Logistics, one of the country's largest single-source value-added suppliers of supply chain services, communications equipment and integrated solutions to the telecommunications industry.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 100

Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Amazon introduced its B2B marketplace in 2012, AmazonSupply, and then in 2015, renamed it Amazon Business. Catch my weekly column on air cargo, freight forwarding, and the express markets, and the occasional podcast on Air Cargo World. I wear a number of hats these days.

Retail 70

Retail Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 27, 2021

I’ll make the same argument I made eight years ago: Too many shippers and their logistics partners are not planning for these disruptions. These advantages are enabled by a couple key capabilities: Technology : Technology advancements and our collective supply chain knowledge has come a very long way since my blog post from 2012.

Supply Chain Planning Software 44

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Agile and Lean Supply Chain 44

NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 30, 2021

West Coast ports were barely keeping up with the growth in freight before the pandemic and had no ability to absorb disruption. Jason Miller from Michigan State University notes that the COVID-19 pandemic heavily affected the mixture of freight and, in particular, has resulted in more consumer-oriented freight but less industrial freight.

Los Angeles 52

Los Angeles Long Beach Demand Planning Software New Jersey 52

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. In 2012, AGCO’s leaders recognised that this state of affairs could not continue and decided to establish a long-term program of strategic optimisation.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54

Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Logistics and Distribution. Publishing Resources Industries. Human Resources. December 2012. November 2012. October 2012. September 2012. August 2012. April 2012. March 2012. February 2012. January 2012. Financial Services. Healthcare. Hospitality and Leisure.

Supply Chain Planning Software 27

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 27

Operations and Supply Chain Management

APRIL 24, 2015

In 2012, Amazon spent an amazing $775 million to acquire Kiva – a small company at the time – which is one measure of the system’s value, as Amazon now keeps the technology to itself and eventually into dozens of its fulfillment centers. The LCC is now of course a standard logistics practice today.

Supply Chain Planning Software 49

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 49

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 23, 2019

In 2012, Mother Jones reporter Mac McClelland went undercover at a fulfillment warehouse in Ohio. (The warehouse operator has denied reports of this incident by workers.). A history of harsh working conditions. Tales of inhumane conditions at fulfillment centers are not new.

Warehousing 40

Warehousing Tennessee Just-in-Time Modeling 40