The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

When asked what peak season is, it’s easy to assume the holidays are the only peak shipping season. However, four shipping seasons occur throughout the year and are often regular and expected. That was the case until the ongoing disruptions of the past few years changed the shipping game. Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In Malaysia, CEVA Logistics worked closely with L’Oréal , a major producer of luxury and consumer products, to develop a social initiative of providing jobs for the hearing impaired at our warehouse since June 2020. Most notable, we joined the United Airlines Eco-Skies Alliance early this year.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 12, 2020

Total cost analysis is more difficult than it sounds and most technology implementations automated functional measurement systems (manufacturing or procurement), but leave the organization blind on the management of total costs. From interviews, I believe that it was a combination of leadership and metrics alignment. The result?

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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. On the other hand, transportation metrics continue their slowed pace, reaching the second highest level of capacity growth, and the third fastest rate of price contraction in the history of the index. for September.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 8, 2022

The July reading was noted as the lowest since May of 2020 and consistent with trending reflected in two published U.S. Interestingly, the downshifts we observed in transportation metrics were much more muted in the last week of July, leaving open a possibility for a bit of recovery as we move towards peak season. PMI reports for July.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The Scope 3 indirect emissions associated with companies’ value chains—their upstream supply chains and logistics and all the downstream activities required to get products to wholesale or retail customers—have been much harder to monitor because they are produced by thousands of suppliers, shipping companies, and other vendors.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 29, 2021

The detection of the UK variant in September 2020 was a big alert to be in guard, but our system was slow in detecting the mutant variants of concern. Between 27 th December 2020 and March 11 , 2021, Covid cases were around 20,000 per day and it was believed the pattern would continue.

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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. But to make their strongest case, SCRM advocates need to focus on one key metric: return on investment. ROI analysis: core to a strong business case.

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Elementum

JUNE 30, 2022

The economy is careening toward Stagflation While countries all over the world responded to the pandemic in March 2020, companies quickly began to see the cost to produce goods go up. Over the last 2 years, Supply Chain teams have been struggling to procure and manufacture enough inventory. delivery fee.

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Resilinc

OCTOBER 11, 2022

There are a lot of hard-headed realists in the procurement and supply chain profession. Texas has dropped from 2nd in 2020 to 13th in 2021. Chaturvedi: A major question is: What will happen when China is firing on all cylinders, shipping cost come down and COVID is receding in our rear-view mirror. What was your response?

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Dealing with the Shipping Container Crisis. In Fortune 500 earnings calls for Q3 of 2021, “supply chain” mentions were up 412% from Q3 in 2020. 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020).

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 28, 2020

While no one could have predicted the level of change 2020 has already brought, it is also creating new opportunities for the first time. Every decision becomes more impactful based on these metrics. By aligning elements of a supply chain to various geographies, it’s simple to drive efficiency and reduce shipping timelines.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 29, 2020

The IMO’s (International Maritime Organization) new Sulphur regulations, IMO 2020, will have far-reaching consequences for the global trade community. The ships now have to reduce their Sulphur emission by over 80% – 85% by switching to Lower Sulphur Fuel. IMO 2020: The basics, the challenges, and how to lessen its impact on you.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

That event was the global COVID-19 pandemic, which erupted during the first half of 2020. It touches many departments, from production, procurement, shipping, accounting, and finance to marketing, warehousing, research and development, and sales. Streamline standards , including in procurement, packaging, and delivery.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Unilever has sustainability at the very heart of its business model, extending all the way through the supply chain from distribution to procurement. For example, by 2020, Unilever expects to sustainably source 100% of its raw materials, even those used for packaging. The Sustainability Drive.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With the 2021 peak season, RFP and modern supply chain management remains essential today in the shipping and transportation market. The high priority focus on RFPs and carrier network optimization will continue to impact services and shipping protocols well into 2022 and beyond. What Is Carrier Contract Optimization?

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Arena Solutions

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

By extending collaboration across all tiers of the supply chain, information can be exchanged more efficiently—resulting in improved component forecasting, shorter lead times, streamlined procurement processes, and increased productivity. Meet regularly with your suppliers and procurement/sourcing team. Supply chain related costs (e.g.,

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ShipBob

AUGUST 30, 2021

Supply chain analytics refers to the collection of data and information that provide insights into logistics performance, from inventory management to fulfilling and shipping orders. . Supply chain analytics allow you to keep a close eye on supply chain performance, from warehouse receiving to shipping. Optimize your supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

The energy crisis in China and the European conflict are bringing additional chaos in the form of production shutdowns, raw material shortages and blocked shipping lanes. billion in 2020 to $15.79 By also considering carrier performance metrics, the decision engine can intelligently balance cost with service. Warehouse Robotics.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 21, 2021

This blog is based on an article that recently ran in the Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Procurement, “ Supply chain agility: An imperative in an unpredictable world.”. 2] Talking Logistics, ‘3 Stats That Prove the Need for a Digital Control Tower,’ by Martin Verwijmeren, August 13, 2020. [3] Available at [link].

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

2021 has been a tumultuous year, marking a transition period from the chaos of 2020 through to the beginning of the post-Covid-19 recovery. However, 2020 marked a slowdown for IoT adoption rates due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the International Data Corporation. YOY in 2020 up to a CAGR of 11.3%

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The one thing they all have in common is that, under the right circumstances, they are more than merely valuable metrics. The inventory turns KPI is the metric that provides this information. Here’s an example of the total calculation of inventory turns: Company A has COGS of $315 million for the year 2020. 1: Inventory Turns.

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Unleashed

APRIL 27, 2022

Also known as supply chain stewardship, the circular supply chain puts the onus back on those who manage supply chains to make procurement and manufacturing decisions that positively influence sustainable outcomes. Where this is not possible, other changes can be made to the product or process to reduce waste and the carbon footprint.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 12, 2021

According to PwC’s Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey 2020 the total cost of these crimes is $42 billion. The amount of money that is at play is substantial and obviously attractive to those with nefarious intentions.

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Unleashed

MARCH 14, 2021

Instead of a dedicated team managing supplier relationships, it might be the procurement manager who manages that as part of their role. According to a 2020 BBC article, the UK heavily relies on the European Union (EU) for food — about 30% of all the food consumed in the UK comes from the EU. Food supply chain challenges and issues.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

Alternate Bill of Materials and Alternate Sourcing: The more alternatives that exist through the manufacturing and procurement processes, the easier it is to design the supply chain to absorb cost and supplier variability. Q: What is the best metric to begin analyzing when starting to evaluate Supply Chain agility?

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ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

Growing pains like delayed delivery times, high fulfillment costs, and the inability to find efficient and cost-effective shipping options can be overwhelming. Online sales spiked by 93% in 2020 and are still likely to grow in the post-pandemic world. The stakes for the retailers today are very high. Ensure appropriate staffing.

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ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

Growing pains like delayed delivery times, high fulfillment costs, and the inability to find efficient and cost-effective shipping options can be overwhelming. Online sales spiked by 93% in 2020 and are still likely to grow in the post-pandemic world. The stakes for the retailers today are very high. Ensure appropriate staffing.

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ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

Growing pains like delayed delivery times, high fulfillment costs, and the inability to find efficient and cost-effective shipping options can be overwhelming. Online sales spiked by 93% in 2020 and are still likely to grow in the post-pandemic world. The stakes for the retailers today are very high. Ensure appropriate staffing.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

Establishing protocols, metrics, organizational owners, and related processes can empower organizations to respond more effectively when faced with a crisis.” The knock-on impacts of China’s shutdowns early in 2020 sparked strong interest in geographical diversification of supply chains. ” — Michael Varney and Wil G.

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o9 Solutions

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The chemical’s industry is no different, as its value chain—from raw material sourcing and shipping to production—has been impacted by disruptions and ripple effects due to the COVID pandemic. Hezi Benzaken: In 2020, the dissonance was very high, people were working from home, but still they were getting products.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

So the CSR score too is more of a popularity contest than a consistent metric. The company is also exploring the idea of using blockchain technology to reduce global shipping costs by as much as 20%. The company claims that 98% of its packaging is now PVC-free, and intends to reach 100% by 2020. Printer-friendly version.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 11, 2020

After all, supply chain management is about getting things moving, and that applies not only to roads, airports, and ships, but to how we think about getting things to people. Retrieved from: [link] May 11 , 2020. [2] 2] However, is resilience really the right context here? 1] Sheffi, Y (2005). Building a Resilient Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides our readers with a further update on the ongoing Red Sea shipping disruption including added context and implications. Background Just before the Christmas 2023 holiday, Supply Chain Matters alerted our readers to rather troubling signs for another global-wide shipping disruption. East Coast.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Take a moment to think about how these remaining six trends will impact the shipping and freight industry as a new administration takes control. However, only time will tell if Trump keeps or abandons his promises to hold the shipping and logistics industry accountable for outsourcing and reshoring efforts.

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