BlueYonder

AUGUST 6, 2013

President Barack Obama’s trip to Africa in early July had many media outlets lamenting about the U.S. being late in recognizing the trade potential with Africa, and that the States had ceded the trade supremacy to China. Secondly, logistics infrastructure in Africa is terribly inefficient.

Africa 65

Africa South Africa China Nigeria 65

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Additionally, the superior speed vs. ground transportation is unquestioned. As a result Zipline’s business and reach in Africa is expanding. Healthcare Distribution is Driving Itself Into a More Environmentally Friendly Direction Ocean Risk Management part 2: Navigating Global Shipping Alliance It’s not all about blood either.

Distribution 130

Distribution Rwanda Ghana Material Savings 130

MPO Multi Party Orchestration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

When a multi-national FMCG Healthcare company approached DSV – a top global transport and logistics company – they had just opened a new warehouse in Johannesburg, South Africa, which was strategically positioned for multi-modal freight shipments and courier services.

South Africa 53

South Africa Supply Chain Optimization Africa Price Mitigation Strategies 53

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.

Cost Reduction Strategies 56

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings Warehousing 56

Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

In fact, it will not be a stretch to say that climate change is currently the biggest threat that global supply chains are facing today and is responsible for shortages and disruptions in several industries. In 2021, the global atmospheric carbon dioxide levels reached a high of 416.45 First things first: Climate change is real.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 13, 2022

While shipping craziness is abating, the issues and implications of the Russian-Ukrainian war, energy shortages in China and Europe, food instability in Africa, and the global water crisis reverberate as disruption after disruption in the supply chain. A stuffed warehouse is inefficient, and most companies have the wrong inventories.).

Supply Chain Planning Software 219

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software 219

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

Refrigerated transport is a form of climate-controlled transportation which is designed to maintain a cool or frozen temperature, depending on the product being transported. Refrigerated trucks, sometimes called “reefers” are the most commonly used refrigerated transport. Globalization. Innovation.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 101

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

Refrigerated transport is a form of climate-controlled transportation which is designed to maintain a cool or frozen temperature, depending on the product being transported. Refrigerated trucks, sometimes called “reefers” are the most commonly used refrigerated transport. Globalization. Innovation.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 100

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2016

Refrigerated transport is a form of climate-controlled transportation which is designed to maintain a cool or frozen temperature, depending on the product being transported. Refrigerated trucks, sometimes called “reefers” are the most commonly used refrigerated transport. Globalization. Innovation.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 100

Cathy Roberson

MAY 3, 2021

These platforms allow a multitude of businesses to participate by selling and buying goods and services while the likes of Amazon and Alibaba coordinate the logistics such as warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation in the background. For international transportation, there is the additional requirement of clearing customs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 31, 2022

There are a number of reasons for this, but chief among them is the ever-increasing globalization of business. Persistent global supply chain issues require logistics professionals. There are also opportunities to specialize in a particular area of logistics, such as transportation, warehousing, or customer service.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 111

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Agile and Lean Supply Chain Africa 111

Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Fresh Del Monte has been looking for additional ways to grow its distribution network and leverage underutilized assets, including shipping vessels, transportation vehicles, warehouses, and now its cold storage infrastructure. About Fresh Del Monte Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.

Supply Chain Software 60

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain 60

Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Africa-based executives had by far the highest rate of reporting logistics shocks (48%), not a surprising result given the poor state of infrastructure across much of the continent. – DP World, Trade in Transition, Global Report, Oct-Nov 2020. Transportation: Trade routes blockage – Congestion at ports.

Supply Chain Disruption 52

Supply Chain Disruption Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… CMA CGM to acquire NOL, reinforcing its position in global shipping. Amazon Buys Thousands of Its Own Truck Trailers as Its Transportation Ambitions Grow (Re/code). HighJump Partners with Advantage2Retail to Bring Best-of-Breed Warehousing Software to Retailers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 0

Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

So when I asked Cathy Roberson, a senior analyst at Transport Intelligence and a tech-enthusiast who is vox supplychainus on Twitter at cmroberson06 , I was not surprised when she sent me back an analysis that seems to match up perfectly with some of Google’s recent projects: Google Glasses, Android and 3D printing. through 2018.

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Gartner Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 120

ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Sustainable distribution: Distribution of goods usually generates a lot of waste and is can damage the environment, but green distribution consists of green packaging including size, shape, and materials that have an impact on transportation of the goods. Calcutta, India: IGI Global. International journal of production economics (Vol.

Waste Reduction 78

Waste Reduction Sustainability Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 78

DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 28, 2014

3PLs with global operations will find it particularly difficult to fulfill all standards because they differ from one country or region to another. Optimal planning also has a profound impact on upstream logistics – the transportation of all the raw materials that are typically on low stock within the factory. Both are important.

Supply Chain Planning Software 281

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 281

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

This year, with the LA Rams being Super Bowl champs, Good360 said it will ship thousands of “unsellable” Bengals-branded hats, T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, COVID-19 masks, and scarves to struggling people in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. The ongoing freight backups at maritime ports is disrupting global supply chains.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 200

Logistics Network Optimization Software Pricing Training Indiana Logistics 200

Vinculum

JANUARY 7, 2022

Consequently, this surge has resulted in a far-reaching global penetration of e-commerce industries. billion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. After receiving an order, the goods are packed, prepared for shipping, and transported to the customer’s destination. billion in 2022 from $26.9

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Saudi Arabia Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

They know stuff gets made, transported, and sold; but, they have little interest in the details. A simple shipment of refrigerated goods from East Africa to Europe can go through nearly 30 people and organizations, with more than 200 different interactions and communications among these parties.”[2].

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 100

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. Content Summary: Exoskeletons Help Take a Load Off for Warehouse Workers. Content Summary: Cargill Launches Effort to Prevent Child Labor in West Africa. Ocean Transportation.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software 101

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2017

Amazon patents show flying warehouses that send delivery drones to your door (TechCrunch). and South America, collects, cleanses and commercializes logistics trade data from over 50 nations across 5 continents, including key markets in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the European Union. Descartes Acquires Datamyne.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software 0

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Reshoring to the US and Europe Accelerating, Now Also Serving CO2 Emission Reduction Objectives by Luc Kremers , Vice President – Asia Pacific, BCI Global Reshoring is accelerating as American and European companies want to de-risk their supply chains from geopolitical developments and supply chain disruptions.

Cost Reduction Strategies 274

Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Europe Pharmaceutical 274

Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 20, 2014

So far, however, no logistics service provider offers complete European coverage in terms of both warehousing and transport. The continuing economic uncertainties in the global marketplace may continue to dampen significant growth and innovation in the 3PL sector. Contract renewal.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 113

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 113

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Global Supply Chains Open Door to Fraud ( CFO.com ). What is a warehouse? And what is a warehouse management system? It serves as a hub for duty-free importation and exportation of service parts, allowing clients to manage their inventory levels and distribution more competitively in the Middle East and Northern Africa.

United Arab Emirates 147

United Arab Emirates Logistics Network Optimization Software Saudi Arabia Supply Chain Design Software 147

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. From global to local and regional sourcing. Feature Article by Prof.

Innovation 244

Innovation Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 244

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Data is the enabler that allows companies to meet these changing market dynamics through optimal transportation orchestration. Advances in transportation -related systems and technologies, together with more efficient data orchestration, have the potential to solve even the most complex modern-day operational and sustainability challenges.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 173

Logistics Network Optimization Software Sustainability Modeling Transportation 173

CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 22, 2019

billion (USD), tying it with the Middle East and Africa as the world’s second-fastest-growing retail ecommerce market. Roads remain the primary means of transportation, but 60% are unpaved, hampering the speed of delivery by truck to inland locations. While surface transportation remains stagnant, ocean freight shows promise.

South America 34

South America Chile Brazil America 34

GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2015

Other emerging markets include South America (not including Mexico), India, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Mexico. These and other new technologies are expected to cut transportation, storage, labor and other costs significantly. And the future is not very far down the road; it’s just around the corner.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 12, 2015

Logistics includes all the warehousing and transportation of all Unilever products from personal care and home care to food and refreshments, such as ice-cream. A: “The strategy of Unilever Turkey does not differ from our global strategy which is to make sustainable living common place. Q: What do you do about these challenges?

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Turkey 60

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Previously, he was Founder and Managing Director of Three Global, a consultancy to guide and advise companies, trade associations, NGOs and governments to adjust to changing realities of international marketing, sourcing and logistics in the apparel and accessories industry. It’s frictionless.

Chad 191

Chad Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 191

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

I am half-way through a spring speaking tour that will wrap-up in June with a speech in South Africa and Peru. Use GPS, maps and weather signals to better predict arrival and route transportation assets. Include the supplier’s warehouse and manufacturing locations. This work is important to me. 3) Supplier Sensing.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 150

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

enVista Opens EMEA Office, Expands Global Services Footprint. Kuehne + Nagel introduces Global Seafreight Carbon Calculator. Why is global demand for freight audit and payment growing? Omnitracs to Acquire XRS Corporation. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2015 Second Quarter Financial Results. Radiant Logistics Acquires Trans-NET, Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 136

Logistics Network Optimization Software San Francisco Houston Logistics 136

Techgistics

SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

Hard to Reach Rural Drones currently provide the most value to areas that have either poor infrastructure, such as rural Africa, or have geographic constraints, such as mountain communities that prevent efficient cargo delivery. According to Matternet, the cost to transport 2 Kgs over 10 Km is only $0.24

Supply Chain Design Software 145

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Optimization 145

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 12, 2024

The strategy, the latest sign of how companies are adjusting their supply chains in response to geopolitical shock waves and disruptions, comes as European importers are seeking to avoid delays caused by longer voyages around Africa by containerships that usually travel through the Suez Canal. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

Price Reduction 226

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Panama 226

Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2017

The service most frequently outsourced to a 3PL is transportation management (24%), followed by warehouse management (19%). CEVA also delivers contract logistics solutions featuring customized, flexible design and a range of tailored warehousing and distribution services across the country. CEVA Logistics (The Americas).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

Logistics Network Optimization Software North America Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 70

Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This exclusive data comes from EventWatch AI , Resilinc’s 24/7 AI-powered, global event monitoring platform, which collects information and monitors news on 400 different types of disruptions across 104 million global sources. Labor disruptions were a particular problem across all forms of global transportation as well.

Aerospace 48

Aerospace Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Alloy 48