Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

contraction threshold which is noted as the first time this has occurred since the depths of the global pandemic in 2020. Indicated in the report summary was: “ The sustained growth in the logistics industry continues to be fueled by high levels of inventory and the associated levels of cost and utilization associated with holding them.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

DB Schenker Singapore has also cemented the position as a key pillar in Singapore’s logistics ecosystem, being the number one air exporter (for freight forwarding) and attaining market leadership in ocean freight as well. For example, in 2020, over $SGD 1 million was spent in developing our employees through training.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

homes in 2022 than UPS, after eclipsing FedEx in 2020, and it is on track to widen the gap this year, according to internal Amazon data and people familiar with the matter. million km) using battery-electric vehicles hauling customer freight. Schneider says it began running the trucks to haul customer freight in January.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

Our Customers Are Our First Priority Thanks to the strength of our TMS, our customers are achieving ambitious new customer-centric, sustainability, and efficiency goals in their operations. This year, we were recognized in both the Ability to Execute and the Completeness of Vision.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2021

as of January 1, 2020 [3]. The IMO 2020 regulation has set a precedent for further restrictions to come. With more stringent regulations, digital innovation becomes crucial to increase sustainability performance. from originally 3.5% Looking Forward.

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PINC

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Union City, CA – October 7 th , 2020 – Researched and prepared by Adelante SCM’s analyst Adrian Gonzalez and presented by PINC, the publication’s 2020 theme is The Impact Of Digital Yard Management on Enterprise Transportation Costs and Capacity.

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6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Every warehouse strives for efficient order fulfillment. There are many factors that can impact costs, from warehouse replenishment practices to the warehouse equipment deployed to support the fulfillment process. ” Meet Our Panel of Warehouse Pros: Nate Masterson. Dave Masterson. Nate Masterson. MapleHolistics.

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Stord

AUGUST 5, 2020

August 6, 2020 Stord is thrilled to announce our partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency as a SmartWay Logistics Company , just a few months since expanding our freight capabilities. An EPA SmartWay partnership provides us with the gold standard of emissions calculating tools for sustainability accounting.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

Hence, at the end of 2020 stands the legitimate question: What is it that we really achieved in 2020, and what is in store for 2021? We started with a tailwind—2020 began with some digital optimism. Warehouse automation was in full swing and maritime apps were suddenly mushrooming. What is missing? marked the development.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 10, 2021

One of my first professional jobs was in Warehouse Space Planning and Warehouse Management. You can’t go through a warehouse without seeing pallets. Having been in dozens and dozens of Warehouses, Distribution Centres, and Manufacturing facilities every since I’ve seen pallets everywhere. from 2020 to 2027.”

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 8, 2021

This careful examination and actions to mitigate the risks and to support sustainable business growth. An effective analysis of talent gaps aids in sustainable, strategic talent mapping for short-term and long-term needs. • Dr Shereen’s main research interest is sustainability and supply chain resilience. MORE FROM THIS EDITION.

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QAD

JANUARY 4, 2022

QAD CMO Carter Lloyds described shipping delays, energy issues/sustainability challenges and the Carbon Bubble as three major industry disruptors affecting manufacturers. Changes in wine consumption affecting all areas of production and the supply chain including transportation, warehousing, distribution and packaging.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The best 3PLs enable businesses to easily expand into global markets by providing regional expertise (such as applicable laws and regulations in other countries), infrastructure (such as distribution centers) and established global shipping resources (such as air freight and sea freight). Leverage the right tools and technology.

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American Global Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

Air freight has evolved dramatically, especially after the pandemic. Since then, air freight has adapted to various market demands and technological advancements. 2023 Air Freight Industry Analysis Air freight is a vital part of the global economy. In 2020, the global air cargo market was worth an estimated $287.4

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

A study by Bank of America Global Research, cited by Reuters , found that mentions of “supply chain” increased by 412% in third-quarter earnings calls hosted by Fortune 500 companies this year, compared to 2020. But, even before the chaos of 2020 and 2021, the great majority of supply chain plans proved wrong to some extent.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Focus on warehouse automation has come full circle since the last big automation movement of the ‘90s, but today with a significantly better set of tools and technological improvements enabling more robust digital transformation and warehouse automation. Brief highlights of logistics investments over the last three decades.

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Intelligent Audit

JULY 5, 2022

While focusing on revenue quality and minimizing operational costs, an article by Supply Chain Dive noted that the parcel giant may even allow further collaboration between FedEx Express and FedEx Ground which have been historically separate until 2020. German-Based Transportation Company DB Schenker Announces the Acquisition of USA Truck.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

Yum Brands – parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and The Habit Burger Grill – recently announced a new packaging policy prioritizing more sustainable options. The new returns fee is aimed at “deterring customers from using UPS when they have lots of other choices, presumably as a way of reducing the cost of returns for Amazon.”

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2017

Sustainability Measures Swept Through Logistics Providers to Reduce Transport Needs. 2016 was a year of major improvements in sustainability measures for logistics providers. Load utilization eliminated wasted, “empty” space in freight. Route planning reduced demand on fleet vehicles and fuel.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Sustainability continues to be top of mind for companies. Three former SpaceX engineers have founded Parallel Systems , a firm specializing in autonomous battery-powered electric rail vehicles for shipping and freight. The ongoing freight backups at maritime ports is disrupting global supply chains. By 2030, the Coca-Cola Co.

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Bristlecone

APRIL 21, 2021

According to Gartner , the top five challenges faced in last-mile delivery in 2020 were: Product and Packaging Suitability for Last-Mile Delivery. Meeting Sustainability Requirements in Highly Populated Areas. Consumer demand from freight forwarders is no longer limited to just next-day delivery. Freight Pay And Audit.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

In terms of finding a 4PL solution provider, Mars wanted a company that could engage in truck loading and route optimization, and schedule shipments into and out of their warehouses. Mars Wrigley chose Transplace, now UBER Freight, for North America and a partnership with Maersk/E2Open for ocean freight.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Year 2020 has so far been very turbulent as the world is going through the Covid-19 Pandemic and the US-China trade war. Does incoming inventory have a pre-designated place within the warehouse or is it placed randomly? Is data entry manually done at various systems within the warehouse? Same set of data flows through the chain.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Many functions are required to complete this, including: Maritime, road freight, digital freight, truck, and/or air delivery services. Warehousing and storage. Freight forwarding. Founded in 2015, Arka is dedicated to helping businesses curate a custom brand experience through sustainable packaging materials.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Over the past year, as the nation struggled to deal with the global pandemic and the changes it brought with it, truck carriers have sustained the country in many ways. Despite this impact, many carriers also struggled to make ends meet and survive in 2020. And 2021 is the continuation of the unknowns of 2020.”

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

STATE OF FREIGHT. The road freight industry has a big problem. This equates to more than a fifth (21.2%) of the total distance traveled by road freight in the bloc last year, up from 20% in 2020. Rates for European contract freight rose 6.1 Delivery trucks have a dirty secret. And there’s no easy fix in sight.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 13, 2021

Need for digitization and digital transformation had the mandate and the “BUY IN” long before the pandemic hit us in early 2020 and many organizations were already on this path of transformation. According to IDC’s 2020 Supply Chain Survey – 72.8% Green Corridor: Pace and Resolve Needed to Help Reach Sustainability Goals.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

And here’s to hoping that 2018 results in even more significant advancements in the state of warehousing and transportation technology. Click the links below to compare this year's innovations to those from previous years: Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

HelloFresh boxes sustainability. Global transportation is at the forefront of sustainability efforts. And while most people think of over the road trucking first, ocean freight is making waves. Speaking of sustainability, HelloFresh meal kits are touting a better approach to sustainability.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Now they’re within the grasp of many organisations with a logistics or warehouse function. Fact : The global autonomous warehouse robotics market is expected to nearly double in size by 2025 , reaching US$27.2 The reality is undeniable: sustainability in the supply chain is under the microscope and green practices are the future.

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ShipBob

MARCH 30, 2020

How do you put your brand in a spot to offer expedited shipping without putting in the time, resources, and investment of several warehouses? Warehousing and storage. The differences include packaging requirements, warehousing needs, and ultimate shipping destinations and customer types. Fulfillment centers. Sorting facilities.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

So as we all know 2020 was anything but normal and its effects on retail supply chains will linger into this year as well. You see that, especially that the expected warehouse space is increasing rapidly, so it doubled up last year. Katie Van Adzin: Thanks. What do you predict will be different for retailers in 2021?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Current Initiatives such as Coca Cola’s “World Without Waste” and Unilever’s “Sustainable Living Plans” are first steps toward a circular economy. This year (2020) when they cancelled the Tournament, they stand to get 144 mil $ from Insurance company. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – July 2020. – LogiSYM July 2020.

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Supply Chains Rock

APRIL 3, 2012

After integrating a few services like freight forwarding, warehousing, inventory management and IT, these “alleged” logistics providers stopped there. MIT Supply Chain 2020. Public Policy & Sustainability Blog. As we all know, if some is good, more is better. Industrial Interface. Latin American Logistics.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

World Economic Forum, The future of last-mile ecosystem, Jan 2020. Sustainability and green logistics . – World Economic Forum, The Future of the last-mile ecosystem, Jan 2020. – Boston Consulting Group, Climate Action Pays Off in Transportation and Logistics, July 2020. More Focus on Last-Mile Delivery.

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PINC

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Digging down deeper, unstable freight capacity and ever-evolving guidance from governments and public health authorities are also keeping many logistics and transportation managers up at night right now. The post 2020 State Of Yard Management report: Identifying a truckload of savings across your network appeared first on PINC.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

session on sustainability - did you know that 25% of fashion returns end up in landfields? between 2018 and 2020, $389 million to $522 million. Several comments highlighted increasing costs in transportation and labor as well as warehouse space. That is according to the folks at ReBOUND. I wear a number of hats these days.

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