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Boeing’s Production Quality Crisis Significantly Escalates

Supply Chain Matters

Representatives for Boeing, American, United, Alaska have reportedly either had no comment or have not immediately responded to press inquiries. As an example, Kayak now supports the ability for users searching for flights to exclude certain types of aircraft in their searches.

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What’s Holding Back Customer-Centric Air Cargo?

Freightos

And, as if choreographed, speakers from startups, carriers, and forwarders brought up example after another of where the forces of change are finally breaking through. Alaska Airlines launched online seat booking in December 1995 – over 20 years ago! Image courtesy of Alaska Airlines. The recurring answer?

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This Week in Logistics News (February 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

From January 28 to February 4, a Chinese-operated high-altitude balloon was seen in North American airspace, including Alaska, western Canada, and the contiguous United States. A big story earlier this month was the reported Chinese spy balloon. On February 4, the U.S. Air Force shot down the balloon over U.S.

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Blockchain: Preventing E. Coli Through Enhanced Traceability

Kinaxis

Then, after an outbreak at an Alaska prison pointed to whole romaine lettuce heads, the CDC targeted all romaine grown in Yuma, Arizona. For example, a bar code might reveal the date something was packed and where, but it will not show from which farm the item came. First, consumers were instructed to avoid prechopped romaine lettuce.

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Finish What You Start and Never Give Up

BlueYonder

She offers several examples in her life where stamina and perseverance, with a healthy mix of balance and choosing your yes, can lead to a rewarding career in supply chain. CS: I grew up in Anchorage, Alaska. The first was moving back to Alaska to support my husband, considering my role at JDA and my travel schedule.

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Protect Your Business From Flooding (and other Natural Disasters)!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Take the US, for example, where wildfires are becoming more common by the day. Let’s look at some of the biggest examples. Fortunately, they don’t often happen in America – and when they do, it’s usually in California or Alaska. Knowing this, it’s important to protect your business from flooding and other natural disasters.

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Advanced analytics meets social good: how Angel Flight West optimizes flight routes for families in need

AIMMS

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. They provide travel assistance with small planes at the regional level and work with commercial partners to arrange travel for patients in Hawaii and Alaska. Those are very touching examples. Preparing for Champ Camp. Willem-Jan van Hoeve.