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This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech May 8 2024

Supply Chain Matters

TradeBeyond Descartes Systems and Aerospace Software Developments (ASD) Exiger Proactive Intelligence AutoScheduler.AI TradeBeyond Descartes Systems and Aerospace Software Developments (ASD) Exiger Proactive Intelligence AutoScheduler.AI Our latest update features news and/or announcements related to: AutoScheduler.ai

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Warehousing News Roundup: March 4, 2019

Stord

Anticipating possible regulatory hold ups or added expenses to its supply chain after the United Kingdom leaves the European Union, the aerospace giant is moving spare parts to final destinations earlier than normal. Warehouse jobs need a better reputation , according to Dollar Tree Chief Supply Chain Officer Gary Maxwell.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

The initiative involves placing RFID tags on packages and wearable devices on employees to eliminate manual scans, reduce misloads, and accelerate parcel throughput in the delivery giant’s warehouses. network this year after its initial success at select facilities in 2022. West Coast was $2,618 as of Feb.

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Digital and the Supply Chain—How Far Have We Come?

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The impact was across manufacturing plants, transport networks, warehouses, and retail outlets. Before relocating to Sin- gapore, he worked in the aerospace sector in the United Kingdom and focused on process efficiencies. For many organisations, this change was forced upon them so they could continue to run their businesses.

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Why it makes sense to outsource logistics post-pandemic

Kanban Logistics

Whether you’re looking for drivers or warehouse workers, they’re harder to attract, hire, and retain than ever. In addition to the increase in labor costs, warehousing space post-pandemic has become scarce and more expensive. 3PLs that offer shared warehousing models can help offset these expenses.

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Cross Docking 101: What, Why and How? [with case studies]

Unleashed

Cross docking is when you receive goods from a supplier’s vehicle (train or truck) and move them directly onto an outbound vehicle to be transported to your customer – so there’s minimal to no storage time. The goods are sorted and transported to their final destination. Why is cross docking used?

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7 Advantages of a North Carolina Logistics Hub

Kanban Logistics

That extends to logistics as NC has lower costs for industrial space, lower labor costs, and lower transportation costs. A Hub for Aerospace. More than 180 aerospace companies are engaged in manufacturing in North Carolina. As noted by Forbes , North Carolina ranks #4 in the U.S. in terms of favorable business costs.