Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 15, 2022

Many retailers are feeling inventory pains despite assuring analysts that they're quite pleased with their inventory levels. Mind you, some retailers may indeed be pleased with their inventory levels, but others may be trying to figure out where to store the excess inventory since so many warehouses are beyond full.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 10, 2020

A Hi-Tech Company’s Control Tower Helped It Better Manage Air Cargo During the Worst Days of the Pandemic In 2014, one of the world’s largest high-tech manufacturers started thinking about a digital transformation that would help them better serve their customers while also generating operational efficiencies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 13, 2022

When we think of fraud in the supply chains, often we think about organized cargo theft. According to Travelers Insurance, there are five main cargo theft tactics to watch out for. The first is straight cargo theft, where cargo is physically stolen from a location. Stock rooms, warehouses and any inventory holding points.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S. Inventories at U.S. So, wish me luck in securing authentic University Blue Jordan IVs. And now on to this week’s logistics news. general merchandise stores expanded 1.2

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

While high, the shipping costs typically paled in comparison to the lost sales due to inventory shortages. Stay informed regardless of rate volatility with the Freightos Air Index, a real-time index of air cargo prices across region pairs, individual airports, and weight breaks. Changing Trends in BCO Air Cargo Procurement.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Automation, cargo tracking, robotics, and remote fleet management are all examples of how IoT can be used to harness organizational data and gain insights into key processes. DB Schenker is leveraging sensor data from cargo in transit to monitor and control high-value shipments or sensitive shipments, such as with cold chain logistics.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 18, 2021

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. retailers’ inventory-to-sales ratio in August, down from 1.11

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 5, 2020

With the main focus on maximizing time and cost efficiencies, cargo risk management is often skipped over despite being a critical step in protecting your company. . The risk of delays and lost cargo are real. What risk does your cargo face? Cargo insurance helps avoid additional vulnerability that you can’t afford.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 9, 2023

Inventories increased sharply worldwide between 2010 and 2019. And that’s not to mention the inventory in stores, which is clearly still on the rise because more stores opened than closed in many countries last year. In today’s lengthy supply chains, goods are increasingly stationary rather than in motion.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Reports by many major retailers that inventories are now under control is a positive sign for the possibility of a restocking cycle after the holidays if spending holds up. But the run down of those inventories in the last few months also meant less importing and a relatively short and subdued peak season this year.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 16, 2022

As many countries around the world enforce economic sanctions against Russia, global logistics networks are struggling to isolate Russian products while still ensuring inventory availability. The post Where’s My Inventory? There’s no end in sight to these challenges,” he notes. “In

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Cargo volumes at the Port of Los Angeles rose 3 percent year-over-year to 828,016 TEUs in August, marking the first increase in 13 months, port officials said. Although port volumes increased in August, demand remains lower as shippers continue to face excess inventory levels.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

A third of all cargo is carried in passenger planes. So to meet capacity, airlines started to convert passenger planes into cargo planes at scale. In the last quarter of 2020, it became clear cargo rates weren’t coming down anytime soon. And it’s not just ocean freight. Credit: Lufthansa ). Enter, a global container shortage.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2021

In many organizations, freight shipping has become static: companies use air cargo because that’s what they’ve always done. For retailers, supply chain sustainability is part of the conversation about inventory. This thinking can also shift how companies view freight transportation in general.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

The port handles about 11 million tons of cargo per year, including automobiles, containers, coal, and farm products. A redundant supply chain has spare or backup capacity, such as inventory, equipment, facilities, and suppliers, that can be activated or mobilized in case of disruptions.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 12, 2018

This week: how expectations for rapid delivery are driving competition in the air cargo space; the growing driver shortage in the trucking industry; how in-store mobility could help boost retail sales; the startup business behind reducing food waste; and how the Internet of Things (IoT) will impact the supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Much of the world is clamoring for finished products from their usual suppliers; but dwindling cargo space, skyrocketing transportation costs, and component delays make it difficult to keep shelves stocked. Use analytics to put your available inventory to the best use. Incorporate production planning to adapt to supply disruptions.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 12, 2018

This week: how expectations for rapid delivery are driving competition in the air cargo space; the growing driver shortage in the trucking industry; how in-store mobility could help boost retail sales; the startup business behind reducing food waste; and how the Internet of Things (IoT) will impact the supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In today’s interconnected world, the distribution industry has become increasingly complex and reliant on technology to manage inventory, track shipments, and communicate with suppliers and customers. Why are warehouses and DCs so vulnerable to cyberattacks? It ended up costing TFI about $6 million in quarterly operating revenue.

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2024

Increased Traffic: With Baltimore out of commission, some cargo ships are being diverted to other ports, including Norfolk and Wilmington. Scheduling Changes: Ports like Norfolk are adjusting their operations to handle the additional cargo.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

So, we're taking the necessary steps to position our portfolio for continued share growth, exiting the year with momentum for our brands and ensuring our inventory health is back to historical norms. We think that's a consequence of inventory levels generally normalizing and how many of our customers are approaching the holiday season.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 21, 2021

Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) Although not yet widely adopted, AGVs, as potential substitutes for forklifts, promise to revolutionize the way cargo is transported inside and outside the warehouse. This helps in optimizing inventory management as well as in making the warehouse safer while increasing visibility. billion by 2026.

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Global Trade Management

JUNE 29, 2023

These innovations allow for a comprehensive assessment of risks by viewing the supply chain through the lens of the cargo itself. Envision a scenario in which cargo is monitored at every stage, from production to warehousing and retail. If this vulnerable cargo is exposed to a defined risk scenario like mold, it's in trouble.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 17, 2014

Before a Cargo Claim Happens, Prepare a Plan: Part 1. Want more effective and efficient resolution of cargo claims? The first thing to know is that when freight is damaged or lost in transit, the initial burden is on the claimant to file a cargo claim with the carrier. Next: What to do once a claim happens.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

This optimism is buoyed by the fact that 55% of importers have their inventories in check, anticipating a stronger freight demand in the coming year. Exploring alternative shipping routes and modalities, including air cargo, is crucial despite the higher costs.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

We know that you are also the victim of the ‘ Warehouse Disease’ , i.e. even after regularly organizing your warehouse, it turns messy the minute you receive or ship some cargos. Use Automatic Data Collection and Cargo Handling. To organize your warehouse efficiently , you can bin locate your cargos. Now it is possible.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The latest capability for merchants shows that the e-commerce giant is trying to control more inventory deeper in the supply chain before it’s sold. days for general cargo vessels. Amazon on Tuesday announced that the service, which is currently in a pilot test, will be more broadly available later this year.

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Roambee

AUGUST 6, 2020

A pharma giant recently overcame its supply chain security and inventory management challenges and optimized their logistics using the power of real-time logistics visibility. This article aims to highlight the importance of a battle-tested pharma inventory management system. Here’s the story of how they made it happen!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2021

Cargo transfer requirements. By retrieving live information such as vessel position, weather forecasts and tidal flows combined with indicators such as vessel size, inventory or traffic, algorithms help to determine the expected arrival time. Other planned vessel movements. Designated berth’s compatibility with the arriving vessel.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Loader, cargo truck, forklift with driver, worker with cart, boxes on rack. From warehousing and inventory management to shipping and returns processing, 3PLs are equipped with the expertise and infrastructure to streamline every step of the fulfillment journey. Warehouse of wholesale. Logistic, fulfilment order for distribution.

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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. The pandemic exposed the vulnerability of our supply chain to disruptions and demonstrated that a lack of visibility of cargo flow at a granular level, wasa major handicap in most instances.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

With the lack of drivers and trucks picking up cargo, this is also causing U.S. Do you have real-time visibility into your orders, inventory, and shipments? Now, a year-and-a half since the pandemic started, activity has picked up, but the disruption has spawned a shortage of 80,000 drivers in the U.S. ports to get backlogged.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The Supply Chain industry provides vast employment opportunities, from procurement to warehouse inventory, management, and shipping. The terms freight broker and freight agent are often confused in the cargo and shipping sector. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Tips To Be A Successful Freight Broker! License And Authority.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 30, 2023

Weight limits have also been adjusted, forcing some ships to unload and transport cargo to the other side of the canal via train—increasing transportation costs. The impact of the bottleneck goes beyond the canal itself, causing delays in container shipping and inventory replenishment along various shipping routes.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 30, 2021

Supply Chain Implications Smaller stores typically mean less inventory. As many of these stores are also serving as online fulfillment locations, positioning the right inventory at the right store will be important. Hence, investing and utilizing a good inventory management system will be critical. The key here is fast.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 11, 2022

The Port of Los Angeles is preparing for the early arrival of the 2022 peak season for cargo as retailers stock up on back-to-school and fast-fashion products despite high inventory levels.

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2023

It includes critical information such as a comprehensive inventory of the shipment’s contents, the shipping and receiving parties, and the destination. No one would really know what was on any cargo ship until they opened each individual package.

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