The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. These are some examples of large players making bold moves, often involving low-carbon fuels and related engine technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2022

We’ve all been talking about the looming supply chain talent shortage for quite some time. We are seeing it now in terms of truck drivers and warehouse workers, and Walmart is an example of a company that has been trying to get ahead of these shortages by offering higher wages and on-the-job perks.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It has been the opposite of smooth sailing, and many companies understandably have fallen back almost exclusively on short-term thinking. When you look back 18 months to the start of the pandemic, the first shock waves to hit global supply chains were all related to demand. Take full advantage of modern technology.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

With market swings and changing consumer demands forcing companies to adapt to stay competitive, one approach that has gained popularity in recent years is the use of Global Shipping Alliances (GSAs), which are agreements between multiple carriers to share vessels, routes, and other resources. Where do we stand today?

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 29, 2021

As most adults know, constipation involves the difficult passage of necessary items through the tail end of the body’s supply chain. Nearly a week ago, a cargo ship — which if it stood on its end would be taller than either the Empire State Building or Eiffel Tower — ran aground in the canal completely blocking the waterway.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. In order to accelerate the learning, this article has gathered 20+ most sought-after supply chain case studies, analyzed/categorized them by industry and the findings are presented.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

It appears that operational and procurement risks for beneficial cargo owners or shippers, in the short term, are minimal. Written by logistics leaders who are practitioners in their respective companies, it aims to stimulate thinking on how shippers or BCO’s could view business continuity and risk in the current environment.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

His detailed written record paved the way for future traders and merchants traveling between Europe and China. Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. ” You don’t have to convince supply chain professionals of the importance of logistics. Logistics helps to create value.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 6, 2021

As Steve Banker wrote about in last week’s news roundup, the worldwide shortage of semiconductors is expected to last through the first quarter of 2023 at a minimum according to the electronics supply chain analysis firm Supplyframe. As a result, Ford is revamping its supply chain operations to focus on “built-to-order” vehicles.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 13, 2022

The advent of containerization heralded a revolution in cargo handling techniques, the ramifications of which are still influencing maritime trade all over the world today. Supply Chain KPI Dashboard. The extreme need to traverse these nuances has propelled logistics companies to develop new solutions and expand services.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 8, 2016

It was a relatively quiet week for supply chain and logistics news, with robots and weak freight demand dominating the headlines. Air cargo firms feel the pressure from plunge in freight prices (Reuters). Honeywell To Acquire Intelligrated, A Leader In Supply Chain And Warehouse Automation Technologies.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 16, 2022

However, regardless of health and political stances, shippers are wary of the potential for added disruptions to their barely recovered supply chains. The following eight industry stories can guide shippers to fight for resiliency within their localized chain in the event of another pandemic.

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 11, 2021

It’s hardly surprising then that the ‘Evergiven Incident’ has not only exasperated an already critical situation but should also serve as a timely reminder of the ongoing battles global supply chains are facing. The damage done to the global supply chain will be significant.” PANIC STATIONS.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

But more blatantly than ever, container liners – and especially Maersk – are on a collision course with the tech companies that provide digital infrastructure for selling goods. Combined with more activity at their regional hub in Germany , Amazon has clearly become a major global cargo airline. No end to end-to-end.

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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. Sustainability continues to be top of mind for companies.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

We salute the year’s top advancements in supply chain technology and processes. Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. Warehouse Automation.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in the Middle East fared well in facing supply chain risks compared to those from other regions, despite reportedly facing a high number of logistics shocks as seen in Africa. They have started earmarking their investments for food supply chain networks since the pandemic.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

We’ll look at their warehouses, their delivery tricks, and even how they use new technology to make things faster. From the very beginning, Amazon’s mission has been to be the earth’s most customer-centric company. This system uses giant warehouses, lots of trucks, and even cool robots to move things quickly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Amazon has announced that it plans to develop new technology for its autonomous delivery vehicles in Helsinki, Finland. The company is setting up a new “Development Center” to support Amazon Scout, which is a fully electric autonomous delivery robot that is being tested in four US locations. Container shipping prices skyrocket.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

. · More than a fifth of the distance driven by European cargo trucks in 2021 was “deadhead mileage,” where vehicles traveled empty, often on the return leg of a journey. · · Technology helps to match trucks with those sending loads, but it requires industry collaboration. The road freight industry has a big problem.

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Cathy Roberson

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

(Photo 58159433 | Packages © Daniel Kaesler | Dreamstime.com ) The success of UPS’ ‘Better and Bolder’ strategy is in doubt as the company faces lower volumes and higher costs. Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! and more than 2 billion in Europe.” I wear a number of hats these days.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

In logistics and supply chain management, however, transport and warehousing are the most significant sharing processes thanks to a welter of economic benefits for all parties—and the trend is accelerating despite the dampening effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. Why Businesses, Large and Small, Think it’s Fair to Share.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2016

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: EU Approves FedEx Acquisition of TNT Express ( WSJ – sub. INTTRA Collaborates with JDA Software for Streamlined Transportation Management. LoJack SCI and TransVoyant Partner to Deliver Supply Chain Risk Alerting.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

At the beginning of this year, all expectations were for rates to remain flat, perhaps even making air freight a viable alternative to ocean shipping for companies that wouldn’t ordinarily consider the option. Capacity from Asia Pacific to Europe – down by 30%. Using passenger airliners to provide cargo-only services.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 6, 2019

There are undoubtedly moments when risk managers would like to “take a knee” in order to find respite from the risks their supply chains face. The report points to potential vulnerabilities in a significant percentage of global supply chains. First, supply chains have grown complex and global.

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Supply Chains Rock

OCTOBER 1, 2008

Who said supply chains are boring? Whenever I tell a friend, colleague or family member about my job as soon as the words "supply chain" are muttered I immediately see glassy eyes followed by a yawn or two. Using GPS to track cargo containers. Still not excited, well visit often and eventually you will be.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is the Digital Supply Chain? In the next few years, the technologies you’ve taken for granted, and the ways we interact with them, are going to change forever—and rework our lives along the way. Watch for these technologies to change our culture in the next five years.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Change is inevitable in modern supply chain management, and risk management is essential to success. Poor grasp of hazards in your supply chain will increase freight spend and diminish brand value. Understanding the top 10 global supply chain risks can work to reduce their impact. What to Do About It.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Esri and E2open Partner to Deliver Market-Leading Supply Chain Solutions. Back in June, Descartes acquired Customs Info , and the company has made several other acquisitions in this solution space over the past few years. The total upfront cost was under $12 million for both companies, which were owned by common investors.

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Global Trade Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

By Stefan Reidy Cargo theft has been around for centuries; unfortunately, though the crime has evolved together with transportation methods. Cargo theft is a global problem affecting manufacturers, logistics providers as well as customers. It is a complex problem influenced by factors ranging from local laws to the global economy.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2015

— In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… DSV agrees to acquire UTi Worldwide Inc. Port of Long Beach sees highest Q3 cargo volume in history (Cargo Business News). Furthermore, DSV will now be truly global within contract logistics and expand into road freight activities outside Europe.

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Freightos

APRIL 24, 2016

It has radically transformed supply chains, fundamentally changed domestic and international economies across the world, and changed societies in the process – all the while driving trillions dollars in annual trade. Break-bulk loaded cargo was poorly secured required a Tetris-like approach to handle diverse sizes of packages.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. Significance.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 17, 2017

In the meantime, here’s this week’s supply chain and logistics news: Amazon Plans Air Cargo Service for Chinese Customers (WSJ – sub. Lack of Oxford Comma Could Cost Maine Company Millions in Overtime Dispute (NYT). Europe and Japan. Stay tuned for more details in the weeks ahead. Intel Buys Mobileye in $15.3

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

HighJump Software Announces Middle East Partnership. TomTom launches toll reporting to help transport companies manage costs. Port truck drivers on West Coast protest costs, working conditions ( Cargo Business News ). We plan to leverage these synergies, and integrate Optima’s proprietary software with our last-mile technology.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 2, 2020

China says almost all of its major industrial companies have resumed production and that its ports are again running at near-full capacity after a two-month Coronavirus-linked shutdown. Exports from China to North Europe and the Mediterranean region are at about 85 percent of normal, with blank sailings expected into April and beyond.

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