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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The big reality in the retail industry today is that consumer needs and expectations are very different than in the past. As Wal-Mart Stores President and CEO Doug McMillon recently commented , “There is a growing consensus that the future of retail is not just in-store and not just online. Locations matter because convenience matters.

Innovation 174

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Top 20 Warehouse Automation Suppliers Worldwide ; Clint Reiser. ARC Advisory Group began conducting formalized research on the global warehouse automation market in 2014. In my own defense, things kind of took off after 2014. Time slot management helps to organize warehouse resources to prepare for an incoming truck.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 216

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Warehousing 3.) Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 290 satisfied U.S. These firms facilitate the movement of parts and materials from suppliers to manufacturers and finished products from manufacturers to distributors and retailers. Warehousing 4.) Warehousing Services. Warehouse Management System (WMS).

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

UPS CEO: Unplanned holiday surge could cost retailers (Reuters). Menlo Logistics Keen to Build on 2014 Growth in South Asia. As reported in the Wall Street Journal yesterday, it appears that “Amazon’s robot army is finally falling into place,” with deployments at warehouses in California, Kentucky, Texas, and others. in October.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

Zipments Acquires Hobson to Become the Leading Same-Day Delivery Provider for Retailers in NYC. Reports 2014 Second-quarter Results. Amazon to open five new warehouses in India (Reuters). Hobson has partnerships with 200+ local and national retailers in New York City, including Aldo, The North Face, and Kenneth Cole.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 150

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2014

2014 is coming to a close and as we herald in the New Year, shippers (manufacturers, retailers, and distribution centers) around the country are busy gearing up for the holiday season and have holiday logistics best practices on the brain. Be it Christmas, the New Year and New Orders, a new budget, Thanksgiving returns, etc.,

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Shipping Vendor ABOL Software to Help Retail Customers Drive International Sales. Manhattan Associates Adds Breakthrough Capabilities for Omni-Channel Retailers. UPS, FedEx Want Retailers to Get Real on Holiday Shipping (WSJ – sub. North American Freight Numbers July 2014. The MetaPack Group Acquires U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 153

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Reports 2014 Third-quarter Results. UPS Ready for 2014 Peak Season, Forecasting Record Holiday Deliveries. 2014 is turning into the year to refresh your corporate tagline, at least for third party logistics (3PL) and software companies. DHL launches North Asian multimodal service linking Japan to Europe. Con-way Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 131

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The Network Effect

JULY 16, 2014

Retailers are paying close attention to labor disputes threatening to bring a stop to imports coming in to West Coast ports. They are anxiously awaiting (and hoping for) a successful dock worker agreement between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). The Network Effect'

Retail 181

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 12, 2014

The world of retail has changed, dramatically. With Amazon on one end of the spectrum and boutique start-up retailers on the other, this puts traditional brick-and-mortar retailers in a challenging position. On December 1, 2013, 60 Minutes aired a segment featuring online retail giant Amazon. Leverage the network.

Retail 60

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C3 Solutions

JULY 28, 2020

This article is part of our Retail Program. Designed specifically to support global leaders by aiding in creating a strategic plan to help them win the retail game. You can't talk retail without mentioning the 800-pound gorilla, so here's where Amazon rears its head once more as a retail disruptor. 15 Min Read.

Internet of things 78

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Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2022

Consumers expect to be connected to retailers. Retailers expect to be connected to manufacturers. … Traditionally, inventory counts [have been] a complex exercise done manually about once a year but RFID technology enables retailers to monitor stock monthly bringing accuracy from 60% to over 90%.” in 2004 to $0.38

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 15, 2019

Companies in the retail sector are looking to automation, artificial intelligence, and other technological advancements to augment various sectors of their business. Technology is assisting retailers with creating a complete picture of their business operations, from the back-office, to the production center, to the sales floor.

Supply Chain Planning Software 71

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 23, 2014

In 2014, ecommerce strategies grew in importance. In the last decade, ecommerce was a permissible and desirable channel only for retailers. They were afraid of retail retaliation. Today, only 58% of retailers have a good PI signal in their stores, and only 60% have a good PI signal in their distribution centers.

Packaging 289

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. is one of a growing number of big-box retailers building out their supply chains with distribution centers designed to meet the demands of online shopping. million employees without a focus on good supply chain management.

Gartner 120

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Prior to joining Lineage in 2014, Eric spent 7 years as a management consulting within the healthcare, pharmaceutical and retail spaces. In addition to their impressive service footprint (warehouse locations), Lineage has partnered with Turvo to launch Lineage Link. and nearly 10% worldwide. Link to Lineage’s acquisitions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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RELEX Solutions

JUNE 28, 2019

RELEX is looking for the best Retail and Supply Chain Master’s Thesis submitted in a European university during the year 2019. Are you a recently graduated supply chain specialist or finalizing your master’s thesis with a focus on retail planning? Who can apply?

Europe 53

Europe Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Sweden 53

Arkieva

AUGUST 22, 2016

Despite expectations of an increase in sales, Canada retail sales fell by 0.1% Canada Retail Sales Drop Defies Expectations. Canada Retail Sales Drop Defies Expectations. OTTAWA—Canadian retail sales fell unexpectedly in June due to weaker sales at food, beverage, and general merchandise stores. Supply Chain News.

Canada 60

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2015

2015 is coming to a close and as we herald in the New Year, shippers (manufacturers, retailers, and distribution centers) around the country are busy gearing up for the holiday season and have holiday logistics best practices on the brain. Awareness is a VITAL state of mind during the busy holiday peak in the DC or in your own warehouse.

DC 120

DC Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 120

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2021

Prior to joining Lineage in 2014, Eric spent 7 years as a management consulting within the healthcare, pharmaceutical and retail spaces. In addition to their impressive service footprint (warehouse locations), Lineage has partnered with Turvo to launch Lineage Link. and nearly 10% worldwide. Link to Lineage’s acquisitions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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RELEX Solutions

OCTOBER 16, 2018

RELEX is looking for the best Retail and Supply Chain Master’s Thesis submitted in a European university during the year 2018. Are you a recently graduated supply chain specialist or finalizing your master’s thesis with a focus on retail planning? Who can apply? Read more about the winners of the 2016 award.

Europe 53

Europe Sweden Supply Chain Planning Retail 53

AFFLINK

APRIL 18, 2018

Today’s Warehouses Are Much Different Due To E-Commerce. This website shows that retail e-commerce sales grew roughly 25 percent annually worldwide from 2014 to 2017. Statista , a statistics website, also reports that e-commerce’s share of retail sales has risen from 5.8 percent in 2013 to a projected 10 percent in 2018.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

As 2013 comes to a close, here are some of my thoughts regarding the supply chain trends we are likely to see emerge in 2014. We will continue to see cost pressure at all levels in the supply chain: at the retail level, on manufacturing, distribution and warehouses, transportation, and raw material supply.

Predictive Analytics 117

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Locus Robotics

JULY 5, 2019

Is deploying warehouse robotics to automate piece picking for fulfillment operations at an inflection point? Using warehouse robotics to improve today’s fulfillment industry is not at a simple inflection point. I just returned from a trip to Europe where I met with the executive team from one of the country’s largest retailers.

Warehousing 40

Warehousing Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Price Reduction 40

RELEX Solutions

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

RELEX is looking for the best Retail and Supply Chain Master’s Thesis submitted in a European university during the year 2017. Are you a recently graduated supply chain specialist or finalizing your master’s thesis with a focus on retail planning? Improving efficiency of store logistics – A case study based on a retail company.

Europe 52

Europe Sweden Supply Chain Planning Retail 52

Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

In fact, according to eMarketer, there were estimated 1.75bn smartphone users worldwide in 2014. During the 2014 holiday season in the US, IBM Digital Analytics estimated that 25% of US online sales were via mobile. UPS is targeting start–ups, small businesses and retail customers. This represented about 24.4%

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Gartner Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 120

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2022

Nathan Sanders, CEO of Brook Furniture Retail. To provide these services, Brook has 12 warehouses ranging in size from 20,000 to 100,000 square feet, and a leased fleet of 26-foot box vans. When it comes back to the warehouse, items are repaired, refurbished, cleaned, and sanitized. Typically, furniture is reused 4-6 times.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Unlike the all-time highs of 2014, 2017 will reveal an industry on the cusp of restoring order and LTL rates to acceptable, reasonable levels. If the retail sector suddenly jumps, the capacity crunch will return with vengeance. .

Capacity 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

For December 2015, retail sales were the lowest since 2009. The Amazon Impact is having an impact on Wal-Mart and retail in general. I expect a somber mood at the National Retail show. As a result, both retail and consumer products processes are being redefined. Retail generic products sold through new channels.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 26, 2015

JDA Announces New Workforce Management Capabilities to Empower Retail Managers to Make Faster, Smarter Decisions. Here are some other excerpts from the article: The new agreements mean a larger number of vendors will likely start paying fees, passing some of the retailer’s costs onto suppliers, analysts said.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

enVista Announces Record Revenue for 2014. December 2014 North American Freight Numbers. All of these statistics, which correlate with the results of other retailers, point to the ongoing transformation taking place in the retail industry, which is being driven by e-commerce, mobile purchasing, home delivery, and click-and-collect.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Using this strategy improves efficiencies in product delivery, frees up capital and reduces warehousing costs. It can also be used to configure warehousing to ensure the most effective storage of the three types of goods. It can also reduce downtime resulting from late stock delivery.

Inventory Reduction 95

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Date: 28 – 30 April 2014. Exhibitors at Multimodal represent every logistics sector – road, rail, aviation, maritime, warehousing, storage services. In 2014, more than 7,000 high-calibre visitors attended. Niche Retailers. To see the list of companies that visited in 2014, please click here. Multimodal 2015.

Manufacturing Procurement 79

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 22, 2019

Reporting on this development, Jennifer Smith ( @jensmithWSJ ) and Sarah Nassauer ( @SarahNassauer ) write, “Looking to cut inventory while meeting e-commerce demands, the retailer wants more of the goods it orders delivered on time and in full. ” Walmart’s latest move is likely to increase supplier angst.

Procurement Analytics 113

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

” E2E also means being able to see things when they are not in transit, such as raw materials upstream, inventory in a warehouse or yard, products in retail outlets, or shipments stuck in customs. You need visibility because you live within such a variable network.”

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

The article goes on to say [emphasis mine]: The shift, part of what Ralph Lauren says is a long-planned action, will move warehousing and inventory management service from a North Carolina distribution center run by XPO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.—an into a new, far larger distribution center that the fashion retailer will operate. “As

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