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Logistics Report: Forecasting More Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Shifting Compet ition

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Forecasting Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Challenge. Emirates Airlines’ cargo operations at Dubai International Airport in February. Dubai’s airport has seen a recent rush in cargo volume as freight forwarders switch from sea freight. Sourcing Journal). Cargo Facts). View in web browser ›.

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Molex Prizes Agility

Logistics Viewpoints

The planners could choose to switch cargo from a slow-moving ship to air, for example. These changes allow them to provide higher service levels for their customers. The data from Infor Nexus also helps the transportation teams do better carrier sourcing. Further, historically Molex had a focused sourcing strategy.

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National Logistics Day 2023

Enterra Insights

Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. By having more efficient delivery routes, warehouses, and inventory systems in place, companies can reduce their operational costs while still delivering great customer service.” Logistics helps to create value. Keep up the good work. 4] Scott G.

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The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain and Logistics Strategy!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Using a logistics-oriented strategy helps companies better understand their suppliers, improve customer service, and optimize shipping. In today’s market, logistics is essential to meet customer needs and remain competitive. It improves customer service. Customer service is an integral part of logistics.

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The Evolution of Logistics: Connectivity, Data Integration, and Virtual Design

SCMDOJO

Benefits include efficient tracking, vehicle and cargo safety, automated logs, route optimization, low operating costs, timely deliveries, fuel savings, reduced carbon footprint, and improved customer service.

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Time and tide wait for none! Reflections before the next wave of disruption

Gravity Supply Chain

Image source: wikimedia commons. Without a doubt, port congestion and vessels, containers, and cargo not being in the right place at the right time will further exacerbate already very fragile supply chains, with the knock-on effect creating months of additional disruption and even tighter capacity restraints. Ongoing Delays.

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Safe and Secure Lab Transport Services!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Whether you have samples that need to be shipped on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we can arrange for lab transport services to meet your specific needs. Our team can pick up your samples from the source or you can drop them off at one of our locations.