The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

When I was advised that this month’s LogiSYM Magazine would have some focus on digitization, I immediately thought about the absence of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data in our everyday life. Raw materials, parts and services are currently all running through supply chains and manufacturing processes and emitting GHGs.

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QAD

JANUARY 4, 2022

A talent and labor shortage continues, and remote work schemes will probably remain the norm well into 2022. QAD CMO Carter Lloyds described shipping delays, energy issues/sustainability challenges and the Carbon Bubble as three major industry disruptors affecting manufacturers. Manufacturing Challenges and Best Practices.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As we say goodbye to 2021, I’d like to leave you with predictions of some quietly developing green trends that we should start noticing in 2022. We can expect to see a change in how liquids, such as laundry detergent and hair care products, sold by Unilever companies are packaged in 2022. TRANSPORTATION. Garbage Trucks. Courier Fleets.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

In the case of manufacturers, it means procuring raw materials that are responsibly sourced from the environment. For retailers or e-commerce sellers, it means promoting sustainably manufactured products and using recyclable materials for packaging and deliveries. Sustainable Warehousing.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Back in early 2022, The Economist wrote that company earnings reports were filled with mentions of “covid-induced shortages.” The Covid nightmare also exposed how dependent many countries are on Chinese manufacturers and suppliers. ”[2] Although the world tries to ignore the Covid nightmare, it’s still with us.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

This event offered an excellent view into industry trends, technology developments, strategic approaches, customer dynamics, changing demand patterns, technology impacts to manufacturing and an optimistic envision towards innovation and digital trust on the back of Covid-19 pandemic havoc globally. Automation in 45 Minutes!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

Supply Networks operate based on the trading relationships between producers, manufacturers, consumers, retailers, distributors, and suppliers. When an issue does arise, traceability enables you to quickly pinpoint the source, whether it’s a manufacturing or packaging issue, or the violation of a temperature specification for a vaccine.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Infrastructure takes time to get into place, and several companies in 2022 have been busy doing just that. For ocean fleets, 2022 saw much progress in technologies to improve sailing efficiencies and improve fuel efficiency. IIn 2022 I predicted that you should notice solar panels more often. EV Charging Infrastructure.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

This is especially true for the manufacturers of the world because they build the stuff that keeps the global economy going. Consumer demand for sustainable goods has grown exponentially in recent years, putting enormous pressure on manufacturers. Green Really Is Green. It’s no longer a trade-off between price or sustainability.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

We have heard that there is a focus on near-shoring, reshoring, and local manufacturing. Building a fab (manufacturing site) takes two-to-four years and requires the availability of water and trained labor.” In addition, the warehouses are full and containers are being used for overflow storage. Does this solve the problem?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Subnational governments like Québec in Canada and Telengana in India as well as manufacturers and fleets like DHL, Heineken and Scania are endorsing the MOU and declared that they will align with the decarbonization effort. Prepare for Anything: Supply Chain and Ecosystem Predictions for 2022 and beyond…. About the Authors.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Warehousing costs can be reduced with pressure sensors, which alert users when stock is running low and help predict future demand and potential shortages.”[6]. Food and beverage manufacturers and retailers depend on well-thought risk mitigation strategies in the event an element of the ‘chain’ breaks or becomes loose.”[10].

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 14, 2022

FreightPlus' Chris Peckham featured in Food Logistics article: What More Disruptions will 3PLs See in 2022. for global expansion; Ryder Logistics bought Midwest Warehouse Distribution; Hub Group . for global expansion; Ryder Logistics bought Midwest Warehouse Distribution; Hub Group . More specifically, "Lineage Logistics .

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 9, 2023

Retail return rates for 2022 appear to be leveling off, according to data from the National Retail Association and research partner, Appriss. billion in retail returns will be made in 2022 - 16.5% NRF and Appriss estimate $816.7 of total retail sales, the same rate as in 2021. ” Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

2022 Realities vs 2023 Predictions. 2022 was, undoubtedly, another tough year with many disruptions happening outside the four walls of enterprise – extreme weather, natural disasters blocking access to resources, port or border congestion delaying transit, panic buying artificially inflating demand, suppliers going out of business.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Halal risk management practices of most companies are passive, meaning it is limited to the compliance of suppliers and their own (manufacturing) operations based on the requirements of the halal certification body and their halal standard(s). On the other hand, halal risks in the entire supply chain are not on their radar screens.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 17, 2022

(Source: Reddit ) There’s been a lot of supply chain pains over the years, many of which are well documented – port congestion, capacity issues, rising spot rates, plunging spot rates, hidden fees, maxed out warehouses – just to name a few but one that I’m still trying to wrap my head around is access to bathrooms.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Major businesses have had to completely re-consider previous supply chain strategies that were largely centred around lean manufacturing, just-in-time delivery and reducing operating costs. Manufacturing Network Diversification. The recent business and economic disruption has shed a light on the fragility of many global supply chains.

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RFgen

JANUARY 31, 2016

Around the world, traceability has become the primary concern for food manufacturing and supply chain procedures. percent between 2014 and 2022, according to Medgadget. percent between 2014 and 2022, according to Medgadget. Food Manufacture, a U.K Companies respond by improving their transparency. Causes for Concern.

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RFgen

JANUARY 31, 2016

Around the world, traceability has become the primary concern for food manufacturing and supply chain procedures. percent between 2014 and 2022, according to Medgadget. percent between 2014 and 2022, according to Medgadget. Food Manufacture, a U.K Companies respond by improving their transparency. Causes for Concern.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

These e-fulfillment centres should also be heavy on solar power generation to meet the energy needs of both the facility as well as electric vehicles used in warehouse operations as well as for deliveries. The human factor out of manufacturing and logistics. From global to local and regional sourcing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

This becomes increasingly important when we look at the overall digitalization trend, with factory data expected to grow by 400% from 2021 to 2025 (source IDC Manufacturing Insights). Almost 40% of Asia/Pacific manufacturers are still using spreadsheets to manage transportation, warehouses, and suppliers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

As part of LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2022, we had the opportunity to chat with Vittorio Favati, Chief Executive Officer – TVS Supply Chain Solutions GFS. We managed the supply chain for China’s largest manufacturer with close to US$500m in logistics spend. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – June -July 2022.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

The Importance of Supply Chain Sustainability for 2022 and Beyond. In 2022, many companies will be looking to localize their supply chains. While there has been some easing of capacity constraints, many of these issues are likely to continue well into the second half of the year. as an example, we see that 7% of the U.S.’

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

By improving coordination and management of suppliers, which includes manufacturers, logistics providers and even customers across vast geographies, resilient supply chains minimised the ripples of shocks and disruptions. Prepare for Anything: Supply Chain and Ecosystem Predictions for 2022 and beyond…. Automation in 45 Minutes!

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 11, 2023

can quickly search for material samples from a variety of manufacturers on a single site and place orders before midnight and received in a single box as early as the next morning. In 2022, the company achieved the industry-first milestone surpassing over 1.3 According to a survey by Material Bank® in the U.S., billion units picks.

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RFgen

AUGUST 7, 2022

This guide is intended to help food manufacturers and distributors: Consider the requirements of FDA traceability compliance, Calculate the potential costs of a recall, Review solutions other companies have used successfully to track food, Gain practical advice for how to improve traceability systems and processes, and.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

left manufacturers and producers in limbo while millions of tons of finished goods were left sitting in containers at ports, at sea, in warehouses and in car parks across the world. Industry and manufacturing, factories and production plants emerged only in the early 1900s to usher in the modern-day corporation.

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