Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

ARC Advisory Group’s Global Warehouse Automation Research study is now complete and available for purchase. The research process includes an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s research study. Growth Drivers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2021

We spoke mostly about achieving optimal warehouse performance. Subsequently, we discussed the broader concept of taking a holistic approach to warehouse performance improvement, including warehouse process design, solution selection, and the role of specific steps in achieving overall success in warehouse operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2023

In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? It introduced the survey we had just launched to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives. Meanwhile, labor constraints are as binding as ever.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

To reduce the risk of supply chain disruption , shippers need to know what it means for their operation going into the start of May and how to use the right services to find available capacity before the CVSA roadcheck storm arrives. Consolidate parcel and LTL freight to reduce wasted space and tap additional capacity.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Summer is coming to an end which means retailers and supply chains need to start preparing for the holidays. With e-commerce on the rise, supply shortages, and COVID-19 restrictions causing shipping delays, this will prove to be a challenging year for order fulfillment. Limited Warehouse Capacity. Inventory Pileup.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

20, 2021 -- Stord , the cloud supply chain leader, announced the opening of a new warehouse in Las Vegas. Our Las Vegas facility will add much-needed warehouse capacity heading into what is widely expected to be the biggest e-commerce season ever. The Las Vegas warehouse will officially open on November 1.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The unprecedented cargo logjams off the southern California coast wreaking havoc on supply chains show no signs of waning. Despite the epic supply chain problems, some companies have taken big steps to profitably meet consumer demand leading up to and during the busy holiday season.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 14, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a first installment in a four-part technology market education series where we address the evolving use of Cloud based control layer technology platforms applied to warehousing and customer fulfillment processes. Optimizing individual and facility wide capacity and productivity levels.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

I’ve said it before (right here in Logistics Viewpoints), but it’s worth repeating: the digital transformation of our complex global supply chains is an ongoing journey. The entire supply chain industry was caught flat-footed by the seismic disruptions wrought by the pandemic. We don’t have to think back very far.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the resiliency test. Let’s start here: what is supply chain resilience? What is Supply Chain Resilience? 2020 Was A Year Of Supply Chain Disruption.

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Freightos

APRIL 2, 2024

More Resources Home Ahead of the Curve: How Digitalization Helped Air Cargo Amidst Red Sea Shipping Diversions Joyce Tai April 2, 2024 If there’s one lingering lesson from the supply chain crisis of COVID, it’s that digitization can help organizations navigate crises…but that digitization can’t be put in place DURING that same crisis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2021

The SVP of Supply Chain at Walmart speaking at Blue Yonder’s virtual user conference. Following their fourth quarter results, top executives talked about their supply chain and omnichannel strategy at a high level. Walmart is also investing pickup and delivery capacity. Walmart’s operating income was $22.5

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Supply Chain Resilience Depends Upon End-to-End Visibility Service companies, where one firm takes over a set of duties that used to be done in-house, is quite common. In supply chain services, the services company plans and executes on behalf of their clients. The right IT is critical. It has outsourced manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Just last week, my colleague Clint Reiser wrote an article about the top logistics and supply chain conferences to attend in 2024. 5 Supply Chain Predictions for 2023 ; Dr. Madhav Durbha ( Coupa Software ) So much has changed in a year! So, let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories of 2023.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

of warehouse and fulfillment space relieves pressure on brands as Stord executes on its mission to make supply chain a competitive advantage ATLANTA, June 23 -- Stord , the Cloud Supply Chain leader, announced expanded warehouse capacity in three key U.S. Additional 780K+ sq ft.

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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. The takeaway for September was that global manufacturing activity officially fall below the 50.0

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The virus continues to compromise supply chains and disrupt companies at a troubling rate, but a re businesses prepared from a supply chain planning perspective? . The era of globalization has enabled supply chains to be broader and more connected. First reaction s to the outbreak . questions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Recent cumulative events have increased the emphasis on the supply chain, emphasizing its importance and bringing it to the fore. As was quoted, “no one mentions the supply chain when it works, but when it fails….” A focus over the last 18 months has been on resiliency – being able to withstand shocks and changes.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

Why switch to a third-party like BR Williams for your warehousing solutions ? Juggling warehousing and fulfillment alongside all the other work you need to run your business can be overwhelming. In that case, your business might benefit from working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider for your warehousing and fulfillment needs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 24, 2021

Three years ago, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article about the Amazon supply chain , asking if it was the most innovative in the world. In the article, he wrote about Amazon Relay, the acquisition of Whole Foods, Amazon the carrier, and the expansion of its warehousing capabilities. Amazon Warehousing.

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20Cube Logistics

MAY 29, 2022

Smaller cities become new hubs in the Indian warehousing landscape. India’s warehousing industry is ready to see a new future which is smart and one of the biggest in the world. With the government policies supporting the manufacturing activities in India, warehousing becomes the next big thing. Opportunity drivers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2023

Franklin Sports needed to protect sales in this category by improving their pickleball supply chain. To achieve that, Franklin Sports supply chain needed to be improved significantly. Without an efficient supply chain, a company can’t meet the demand that exists, and competitors swoop in and grab market share.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Fallout from the global supply chain crisis that’s clogging U.S. ports is pushing warehouses to capacity, and forcing logistics managers to scramble for space.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2022

Amidst ongoing uncertainty caused by COVID-19 lockdowns in Asia, war in Europe, scarce raw materials and steep inflation, companies are stockpiling inventory as never before in the hopes of mitigating future supply chain shocks. The yard is a black hole crying out for visibility. Next-gen yard management solutions bridge the gap.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 31, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Warehouse management software article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. Logistics chain companies are often tied down by the schedules and requirements of their warehouse clients or partners. They go to the warehouse at the appointed time.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

If you want your facility operating at maximum capacity with low overhead, get ahead of the competition by staying on top of new warehouse management best practices and logistics best practices. It’s time to adopt a warehouse management system (WMS). The cost of warehouse square footage is no joke.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Pushing the Supply Chain Reset Button by Lora Cecere , Founder, Supply Chain Insights Supply Chain Leaders Can’t Afford to Guess About the Future The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2022

We’ve only just entered the second half of the year and people haven’t even taken their summer vacations yet, so why are we talking about holiday supply chains now? Shouldn’t this alleviate the pressure on holiday supply chains?”. Last year, retailers started encouraging holiday shoppers to shop early. Not really.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Within a very short time, the company has become the leading provider of temperature-controlled logistics, warehousing and complementary services for the food and agricultural industry. Customers include large fast food chains in the Philippines, exporters and importers, as well as small food retailers. MORE FROM THIS EDITION.

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Studies show that worldwide, companies spend an estimated $350 billion a year on warehousing, and this number is only estimated to increase with high dependence on traditional warehouse practices. Warehousing is a vital function of global supply chain management, however often overlooked. Lean warehousing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. But the real financial value of advanced technology resides in its ability to sense real-time demand and monitor supply availability ?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 13, 2022

Supply chain disruptions are continuing to occur for a variety of reasons. Weather delays can affect shipping lanes, manufacturers face product shortages, demand continues to spike for certain products, containers are difficult to acquire, and the trucking industry faces a driver and capacity shortage, just to name a few.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

By Mary Hart Warehouse managers face immense pressure every day to fulfill ever-growing order volumes with shrinking labor budgets and supply chain disruptions. What’s a warehouse to do? Simply put, manual or even conventional warehouse operations are no longer going to cut it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

Mr. Arnold continued, “in logistics and smart warehouses, the tracking and coordination of numerous assets, some of which operate autonomously, benefit from the massive IoT device capacity and low-latency communication offered by 5G.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

For this reason, supply chain solutions have become an integral part of business strategies to cope with these ever-increasing complexities. However, there is the difficult question of which technology to implement to make better use of your warehouse. What exactly is warehouse simulation? Storage capacity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Anytime you have a chance to talk to an executive vice president in charge of the global supply chain of a nearly $12 billion corporation, you know you will learn some things. Cameron Bailey, EVP of Global Supply Chain at VF Corporation, did not disappoint. Achieving Agility with Regional Supply Chains.

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