SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Food Waste and World Hunger – The Food Supply Chain is Broken! Cold chains are essential to preserve and maintain the suitability of foods such as fresh foods (fruits, vegetables, frozen foods, seafood), chemical products, and pharmaceuticals (vaccines, prescribed drugs, over-the-counter medicines).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Logistics has been in the news a lot lately, and it will continue to be for some time to come. In March of 2021 we heard about Logistics when a ship blocked passage through the Suez Canal. What is Logistics exactly? Definition of Logistics. Subscribe Here!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

What started as a simple combination of wooden planks to transport food and munitions, the evolution of the modern pallet has since grown into a multi-million dollar industry with different types of materials introduced to make a pallet. This creates a high turnover rate in replacement, incurring unnecessary costs.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise). req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise).

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

The bolded line is key, explaining why Amazon’s acquisitions have shaken markets – the Whole Foods acquisition prompted a $12 billion drop in grocery shares and the PillPack acquisition triggered a $15 billion dollar pharmaceutical share drop. Fulfillment and global logistics is increasingly a goal in and of itself. At over 243.5

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GlobalTranz

MAY 10, 2018

Transporting pharmaceuticals is arguably more important than manufacturing them, because it enables these lifesaving medications to make it to where they are needed most. Guarding Against Cargo Theft Cargo theft is one of the largest risks associated with pharmaceutical manufacture and transport. Download White Paper.

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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). a solution provider that facilitates the drop-shipping process between manufacturers and retailers.

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Entering its eighth year, Multimodal has grown to become the UK and Ireland’s premier freight transport and logistics event. Exhibitors at Multimodal represent every logistics sector – road, rail, aviation, maritime, warehousing, storage services. Manufacturers. Food Growers & Processors. Who attends? Wholesalers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Marco Tieman , Chief Executive Officer at LBB International Background According to the 2022 State of The Global Islamic Economy Report, the global Islamic economy is an estimated USD 2 trillion industry consisting of the following key industries: halal food, modest fashion, media & recreation, travel, pharma, and cosmetics.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In fact, IDC predicts that manufacturers across Asia who digitally transform and accelerate sustainable innovation to improve supply chain operations, will increase their revenue by 20 percent in 2025. Dynamic routing has empowered logistics providers to consider plans B, C and D, offering alternative options of ocean and air freight cargo.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 26, 2017

I recently spoke with Randy Russell of the Russell Group , an agricultural lobbying firm that works with farmers and manufacturers from the supply chain, to ask about his thoughts on terrorism and the impact it can have on the supply chain, especially related to our food and water supplies.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

How Cold Chain Differs Between the Food and Pharmaceutical Industries! In addition to protecting their products from temperature fluctuations, transportation companies must ensure that their trucks are clean and free of contaminants to maintain the cargo’s integrity during transit. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 2, 2023

year-over-year through November, while retail sales (minus non-store, food & beverage, auto and gas sales) increased 8.0% Compared to the same period in 2019, e-commerce, as part of the non-store segment, is up 73.2%, while retail sales (minus non-store, food & beverage, auto, and gas sales) are up 23.4%.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub. And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

It is managed by the Food and Agriculture Organization. Ensuring that your cargo is safely packed is the best way to save your reputation in the supply chain business. Therefore, finding optimal export shipping pallets for your business is crucial to ensure that your cargo remains safe during transit. More About IPPC.

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Freightos

MAY 10, 2015

There are tens of thousands of books about logistics and supply chains. Amazon has 31,817 books about supply chain and 24,934 about logistics. That’s 56,751 supply chain and logistics books. All those books would weigh 49,000 kilograms – half the cargo mass of a Boeing 747-200F. Empire State Buildings.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The mad dash begins to finish all the work that needs to get done before 2018 arrives, so without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: E-Commerce Boosts U.S. Produce or Else: Wal-Mart and Kroger Get Tough With Food Suppliers on Delays (WSJ – sub. How did we get here so fast?

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QAD

MAY 23, 2019

Manufacturing in the Netherlands. Typical manufacturing products from the Netherlands include food processing, chemicals, oil and petroleum refining, construction, electrical machinery and metal processing and fabrication. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. With a total area of 41,543 sq. state of New Jersey.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

And now to this week’s logistics news. Pandemic has ‘forever altered’ need for logistics space. Washington farm exports crimped by cargo-container shortage. With the third vaccine authorized, these manufacturers are pressing for more companies to be authorized to ship the vaccine. HelloFresh boxes sustainability.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 13, 2015

And, if many of those packages cross the Pacific waters, or generally travel farther than 600 kilometers, the air cargo shippers specializing in express packages will also stand to benefit from that wave of volume. Looking at the TPPA economies, it appears that any growth in air cargo would come from the food and pharmaceuticals segments.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. According to a report from The Information , the company is imposing this fee on returns when return options at Whole Foods, Kohl’s, or Amazon Fresh locations are closer or at the same distance as a UPS Store return location. GE Appliances is one of the first companies in the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

A few weeks ago, I wrote about a Taco Bell franchisee that is building a new restaurant that the chain said will be the fastest way to get its food: a two-story, technology-heavy unit with four drive-thru lanes dubbed Taco Bell Defy. And now on to this week’s logistics news. China’s WeRide unveils electric, autonomous cargo van.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

The Dirty Dozen, in alphabetical order, are: Amazon, Atlantic Coast Utilities/Laurence Moloney, Daikin America, Dollar General, Ernst Nursery and Farms, Foundation Food Group/Gold Creek Foods, Hilton Hotels, Kingspan Light and Air, Liox Cleaners/Wash Supply Laundromat, Mayfield Consumer Products, Refresco, and Starbucks.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2016

Another year, another list of must-attend supply chain and logistics events. You’ll have a different experience at the Quintiq World Tour 2016 in Frankfurt with best practice presentations from speakers from diverse backgrounds including manufacturing, metals, logistics and rail. With so many to choose from, how do you decide?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The stores also have space for a deeper merchandise assortment, including room for an expanded food and beverage selection, according to Target. billion in chemicals cargo a week. The post This Week in Logistics News (November 12 – 18) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2015

Moving on to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week… XPO Logistics to Acquire Norbert Dentressangle SA. Fetch Robotics Unveils Robotics System for Logistics Industry. Ports See Costly Delays as Cargo Ships, Volumes Grow (WSJ – sub. You deserve it. Talks on EU-U.S. billion ($3.53

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American Global Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

We had a hangover from the pandemic: Which led to continued inventory shortages, closures of manufacturing plants in China, congested ports, and underemployment. Cargo planes could not fly out of or into Russia or Ukraine. That exacerbated food shortages with Russia and Ukraine among the top five grain exporters. of all wheat.

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crisp

JULY 12, 2023

As we speak, cargo vessel traffic is clearing up, shipping costs are returning to normal, and goods are more readily available in-stock. Shoring up expectations With escalating tensions and roadblocks overseas, more than half of American CEOs are aiming to reshore or nearshore their manufacturing operations.

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2023

No one would really know what was on any cargo ship until they opened each individual package. Cargo A cargo shipping manifest is a detailed document that itemizes all the goods being shipped on a container or cargo ship. OOG cargo may include items such as heavy machinery, industrial equipment, oversized vehicles, etc.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Companies like XPO Logistics and Old Dominion Freight have implemented a general rate increase of 5.9 Logistics providers also investing in new equipment. manufacturing experienced its highest quarterly growth since 2010. Shipping costs hit an all-time high earlier this year. percent and 4.9 percent respectively. Last year U.S.

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Supply Chains Rock

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

I just opened up The Economist after lunch to find a strange ad with the headline " In the future, the food chain and the supply chain will merge " by HSBC a.k.a First, the food supply chain and the supply chain are one already. First, the food supply chain and the supply chain are one already. EU Logistics Hub Blog.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

Some US manufacturers, however, have resorted to airlifting supplies from China at a premium price. These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply. The Food Industry.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 27, 2020

The diamond and gold, tea and coffee, beverage, food, and automotive industries all have participants with blockchain applications under test, operating as pilots, or implemented as digital solutions to improve supply chain operations. Examples of Blockchain in Food Supply Chains. Other Food Industry Blockchain Initiatives.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 18, 2019

The manufacture, assembly and shipping of goods and raw materials are now complex operations that span continents. … When used for shipping and logistics, the blockchain can make it easy to track large-scale shipments and individual packages.” Analysts from Omnitude believe blockchain technology can help clear the picture.[3]

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 17, 2022

OS&D claims allow shippers and cargo owners to seek compensation for products damaged in transit or shipped in wrong quantities. Logistics data analytics can help reduce the frequency of OS&D claims and prevent the issues that cause them. A shipper typically has nine months to submit an OS&D claim for visibly damaged cargo.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

How close is it to significantly disrupting logistics? Walmart is using Uber itself to “uberise” its home delivery network, but logistics operators could become “Ubers” in their own right, offering no-strings, one-off, whenever and wherever logistics services. The same argument might extend to logistics in general.

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