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You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Few planning systems update delivery based on actual dwell times; and despite the abundance of Internet of Things (IOT) data, there is no place to put streaming data signals into traditional planning systems. Truck drivers report that maintenance issues are a constant nightmare.

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You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Few planning systems update delivery based on actual dwell times; and despite the abundance of Internet of Things (IOT) data, there is no place to put streaming data signals into traditional planning systems. Truck drivers report that maintenance issues are a constant nightmare.

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Omnichannel Logistics Solutions Takes the Supply Chain To The Next Level

GlobalTranz

However, their use felt some restraint, and most companies used them to track large-scale shipments, such as cargo containers, reports Claire Swedbery of the RFID Journal. AIDC communications reduced workload , making tracking items and using analytics easier than ever. of the WIOMAX SmartIoT Blog. What Does It Mean For 2017?

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Fulfillment-as-a-Service

ModusLink Corporation

This, for instance, could mean a detailed lead time analysis, a performance courier report, return efficiency overview, etc. The best Fulfillment companies make use of the most innovative technologies such as IoT (Internet of things) e.g., temperature sensors for Cargo loads, AVG (Automated Guided Vehicles) to maximize warehouse efficiency.

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Digitalisation of Logistics Industry and its Impact

20Cube Logistics

Implementing technologies like IoT, data analytics, sensors and robotics is changing the complete roadmap of logistics. Traditional process involving making calls and faxes to start a shipment order were not only a slow process but also lacked end-to-end visibility and up-to-date information to customers in tracking their cargo movement.

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Why Satellite Solutions are a Game Changer for the Maritime Industry!

Supply Chain Game Changer

No matter what sector of the merchant shipping industry you are a part of – dry cargo to tankers, container shipping to smaller coastal tonnage or specialised units – satcom for maritime shipping solutions are crucial if you are going to keep your ship connected to the shore. They enhance your cybersecurity.

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Supply Chain Costs: A Definitive Guide for Manufacturers

ThroughPut

Supply chain costs are defined as costs that constitute a considerable percentage of the total sales price of a product or service. Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. To this, they add the additional costs incurred before or after the product or service delivery.