Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 7, 2022

We now add highlights of March and Q1-2022 key global transportation and logistics indices. Global and Domestic Transportation and Logistics Indices. Global Shipping. The World Container Index , assessed by Drewy Consultants, is a compilation of eight major shipping routes to and from the United States , Europe and Asia.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 8, 2022

Logistics Managers Index. Warehousing and Inventory metrics continue to buoy the logistics sector. Similarly, transportation and logistics cost volatility remains uncertain. That stated, this particular index remains at historically high levels, especially since pre-pandemic levels as noted in the below chart. .

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we highlight published September 2022 indices of global supply chain volatility ( GSPI ) and US Logistics Index ( LMI ) activity trends along with our view of the implications. Logistics Managers Index. The takeaway for September was that global manufacturing activity officially fall below the 50.0

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. TuSimple plans driverless truck tests in Arizona later this year. In total, the company will source enough renewable energy in Europe to power the equivalent of more than two million homes a year. Coca-Cola Classic remains the number one soft drink in the US. CN offers $33.7

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o9 Solutions

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As the US opened back up for tourism, it came time to plan a road trip through Arizona. With negative impact caused by siloed processes, poor supplier collaboration, limited visibility, inaccurate demand forecasting, rigid logistics the ripple effects are constraining automotive manufacturers, dealerships, and the rental car companies.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 3, 2022

Global wide production, transportation and logistics activity levels reported for February, but continued rather concerning data related to global transportation service levels and cost. Commentary related to January’s PMI and logistics data can be accessed at this web link. Global Wide Production Activity. Bob Ferrari.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. California.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Dealing with the Shipping Container Crisis. Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Chain Store Age ).

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Inventory is then put on pallets and shipped as freight. When I was Materials Manager at Maricopa County, Arizona, the second largest county in the country, I introduced Vendor Managed Inventory. Cutting the Right Costs with Technology by Sourcing Innovation. So why do we feature content related to Vendor Managed Inventory?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2023

He has lost approximately $182 billion since November 2021, as estimated by Forbes, although other sources suggest that it could actually be closer to $200 billion. And now on to this week’s logistics news. The post This Week in Logistics News (January 7 – 13) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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AB&R

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Plus, thanks to our great employees, we were named as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Arizona for the fourth year in a row. As a result, all romaine lettuce was pulled nationwide because agencies had little information on the source of the lettuce. [4]. Coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce. 4) Locker Systems.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

With hours of raking ahead of me, let’s go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Koch Agrees to Invest over $2 billion in Infor. UPS And Sealed Air Partner To Provide Powerful E-Commerce Packaging And Shipping Solutions. Source: RevCascade website. Drone startup Zipline raises $25 million (recode).

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6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

As the biggest players in fulfillment, distribution and omnichannel retail continue to push boundaries, logistics and planning strategists are forced to innovate. Seeing this, we decided that it would be helpful to compile a curated list of 50 of the best tips on logistics planning and strategy that we could find.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Peak season surcharges are not new factors in logistics around this time of year, but USPS is making new challenges as the entity moves to slow down certain shipments. And shippers need to understand what’s actually happening, who it will affect, and why it reinforces the importance of data as king in the logistics world.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In September of 2021, we actually broke ground in Arizona, with a $20B expansion project on two new factories, on our existing campus. This is a $3.5B investment to equip our operations in New Mexico, and this is for that advanced packaging we spoke about. We saw container costs skyrocket.

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Elementum

AUGUST 31, 2022

In September of 2021, we actually broke ground in Arizona, with a $20B expansion project on two new factories, on our existing campus. This is a $3.5B investment to equip our operations in New Mexico, and this is for that advanced packaging we spoke about. We saw container costs skyrocket.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2015

As we head into 2016, we are featuring our most read articles of 2015 in our five main categories: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation Management, and Freight. When I was Materials Manager at Maricopa County, Arizona, the second largest county in the country, I introduced Vendor Managed Inventory.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Both procurement and logistics are aware of the increased uncertainties arising from COVID outbreaks, labor shortages, port disruptions, and prioritizing lowest cost suppliers, focusing on financial outcomes over customer priorities, and reducing financial risk and uncertainty in decision-making.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

With so many uncertainties surrounding President Trump’s plans to impose international trade tariffs and taxes, there has been speculation that the resulting impact on international shipping could be huge. It’s important to be prepared for the effect of Trump policies on international shipping and logistics. as well.

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 23, 2020

percent at the Arizona-Mexico border in the same period, to $2.62 The Rise in Retail Sales Buoys Logistics Market . Those two sources of spending will continue through July. Regardless of the direction of the market over the next few months, working with customer-focused logistics providers will continue to benefit shippers.

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