Procurement Academy

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Elastic Logistics approach has become an appropriate response recently when Supply Chain Management (SCM) found the challenges of persistently tracking an enormous variety of items and suppliers and the need to fulfill ever-growing client’s personalized demands and expectations. What is elastic logistics?

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Speakers: Sharon Perry, Vice President of Logistics, Carhartt; Gregg Lanyard, Director, Product Management, Manhattan Associates; Adrian Gonzalez, President, Adelante SCM. Adrian Gonzalez, President, Adelante SCM. In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Hanjin says U.S.-bound

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The ”end” they refer to – whether it’s forwarding, fulfillment, or platforms for B2B or B2C sales – remains fairly ambiguous, spanning an acquisition of fashion logistics company HUUB in September 2021 to an investment in rapid fashion production company Unmade. One goal, two different motivations.

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Elementum

APRIL 10, 2018

Augmented reality could replace the need for a physical cargo list and load instructions. 3) Logistics Support. When delivery trucks started to be equipped with GPS systems, it was a game-changer in how efficient logistics workers could be. AR systems almost seem like a natural next step in the continuing evolution of logistics.

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Supply Chains Rock

OCTOBER 1, 2008

Using GPS to track cargo containers. Many months ago I blogged about some new services that were being created to help shippers track cargo using wireless technologies. 4 comments: logistics malaysia. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Wouldn’t it be amazing if someone could cut through the hype and summarize the key freight and logistics trends every month? If you prefer to find the news yourself, head over to our free roundup of nearly 100 digital logistics and supply chain news sources. CARRIERS & CARGO BRAVE NEW ROUTES. Prefer the summary?

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Elementum

JULY 11, 2017

After all, new technologies impact almost every industry, and logistics is no exception. Application of AR in SCM. Issues such as continuity planning, cost control, risk management, and supplier/partner relationship management impact SCM. It will enable better worker engagement and enhance the sustainability of SCM.

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Supply Chains Rock

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Cargo ships and cargo planes carrying electronics, paper goods and food all use the same ports, trucks and planes. Will you help me find the best logistics provider in Namibia? SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics. SCM Lowdown.

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Supply Chains Rock

MAY 22, 2008

Logistics Disaster, Leads to Recycling Headache. Great article and video in the Wall Street Journal about a cargo boat that tipped over carrying nearly 5,000 brand new Mazda cars worth $100 million. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics.

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Supply Chains Rock

AUGUST 31, 2012

Long before UPS and third-party logistics companies, these historic logisticians were laying the groundwork that powers commerce today. Over the next several weeks I will unveil seven of historys most innovative logisticians as told by Philip Rudy a contractor for Diakon Logistics. SCM Blogroll. EU Logistics Hub Blog.

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Elementum

MARCH 1, 2018

After all, new technologies impact almost every industry, and logistics is no exception. Application of AR in SCM. Supply chain management (SCM) involves the flow, storage, and delivery of goods, services and inventory for consumers. It will enable better worker engagement and enhance the sustainability of SCM.

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Supply Chains Rock

JANUARY 19, 2009

Transporter 3: Logistics future or Hollywood tricks? Anyway, in the opening sequence a giant cargo ship is loaded with containers. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics. SCM Lowdown. SCM Operations. SCM Research. Subscribe To.

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Supply Chain Opz

AUGUST 31, 2012

Incoterms is the important elements for logistics and supply chain management but its not very widely discussed in both academic and trade publication. Then, incorporating the knowledge of cargo insurance into Incoterms will ensure that risk can be mitigated and trading partners can do business with confidence. Powered by Blogger.'

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SupplyOn

MAY 25, 2020

The challenge of general cargo: No short-term transport capacities available The situation is particularly difficult if the transported volumes are not full truckloads but general cargo or partial loads (less than truckload, LTL). So, what to do?

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Recent supply chain disruptions , including images of cargo ships stuck off the West Coast , have led eCommerce shops to rethink their just-in-time and just-in-case inventory strategies. . In a November survey , 87% of merchants shared that they already were affected by increased freight costs.

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SCM Research

MARCH 7, 2017

I recently found an interesting report: Value of Air Cargo: Air Transport and Global Value Chains , published by Developing Trade Consultants. ” The report analyzes data to investigate the linkages between GVC trade and air cargo. increase in total exports and imports.” increase in total exports and imports.”

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Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

.” Two more from Miles and Stefan that also showed the complexity of defining visibility: “I think the industry is slowly coming around to figuring out that one software can’t do everything well. Integrations are 🔑 (And no one loves salesforce)” - Miles J. I wear a number of hats these days.

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Supply Chains Rock

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

After failing to ship my Mini Cooper over two years ago Im at it again, but this time with much lighter cargo. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog. Latin American Logistics. SCM Lowdown. SCM Operations. SCM Research. Which brings me to the topic of my post.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Blockchain has the potential to turn the tables, helping organizations streamline supply chain management (SCM), bolster cybersecurity across each touchpoint, maximize customer value and maintain a competitive edge.”[1]. ”[1]. She writes, “Supply chains depend heavily on cross-border situations where smart [i.e., ”[3].

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SCM Research

NOVEMBER 16, 2014

Practice Logistics Video' Møller – Mærsk of Denmark, the world’s largest container shipping company, the Triple-E’s went into service last year, muscling their way into the $210 billion container industry.” ” Watch the video from the article.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Recent supply chain disruptions , including images of cargo ships stuck off the West Coast , have led eCommerce shops to rethink their just-in-time and just-in-case procurement strategies. In a November survey , 87% of merchants shared that they already were affected by increased freight costs.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

of Marketing & SCM, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Because the domestic motor carrier industry has few barriers to entry, capacity before the Great Recession generally exceeded demand with few exceptions. Remarkably, rail can also be cheaper with savings up to 60% over road freight. Holcomb, Dept. EDI just isn't enough.

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Oracle SCM

MAY 3, 2017

Connecting fleets and cargo to IoT empowers companies to keep their equipment on the road, improve customer experience with improved ETA forecasting, and reduce unnecessary costs. Companies can now deliver real-time insights into how their fleet is being operated and interacting with the environment.

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SCM Research

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

He is member of the IATA Air Cargo Innovation Awards Jury and the Logistikweisen, a think tank under the patronage of the German Federal Ministry BMVI. He is FT, Forbes, Fortune, BI contributor and author of books, including The Global Supply Chain – 2017 and How Logistics Shapes Our Lives – 2013 (German).

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Kinaxis

JUNE 22, 2016

The CEO of the company behind the test (Hyperloop One) estimates that the system will be transporting cargo by 2019 and passengers by 2021. But we’re interested in what Supply Chain and Logistics pros in our network have to say. All these factors combined mean that this futuristic technology might not be as far away as it seems.

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Kinaxis

JUNE 13, 2016

They’ll walk into the local department store, fill their carts with paper towel, clothes and cookies never taking a moment to ponder the supply logistics required to get those products into their cart. The post Supply Chain Is at Its Best When You Can’t See It appeared first on The 21st Century Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

However, commonly used KPIs used by supply chain executives are usually focused on logistics performance (e.g., Are you scm experts and have something to contribute? Requiring suppliers to contract only sub-suppliers who follow certain standards could be a good start. delivery reliability”), but is that really “supply chain thinking”?

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Moving on to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week… Mercedes-Benz and Matternet unveil vans that launch delivery drones (TechCrunch). Over 40 customers from the retail, consumer goods, third-party logistics and ecommerce sectors. I’m rooting for love. Oracle Buys LogFire.

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Requis

JANUARY 9, 2020

Another example from fulfillment might involve things like faster alternate transportation route planning in case of the unexpected, or monitoring cargo temperature for shipments of perishable food or medicines. This example could apply to any collection of physical equipment, like a drilling rig or a refinery. Further out….

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2018

Back at work, getting caught up on all of the supply chain and logistics news from the past two weeks. Customer Experience is Driving Supply Chain Innovation, Says Report from BluJay Solutions and Adelante SCM. But after toiling in the heat and dirt for two hours, the tree failed to take root and died immediately. The fun never ends.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

There’s no other way to describe it: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world of logistics. Here are the top five ways in which Artificial Intelligence is transforming the logistics industry as we know it: 1) Predictive Capabilities Skyrocket When AI in Logistics is Implemented. billion by the end of 2021.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

That’s the first big mistake I want to address in this article, after which I’ll share information about ten other freight management mistakes we commonly see at Logistics Bureau while working with clients on supply chain improvement. The answer is that the approach could cost your company vast sums of money in unnecessary logistics costs.

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MIT Supply Chain

JANUARY 11, 2021

Milena Janjevic, Research Scientist, Megacity Logistics Lab Develop new value-based supply chain design methods that integrate total cost to serve, service level, and revenue. Support the design of organizational processes that involve stakeholders from outside the logistics department (e.g., strategy, finance, sales, and marketing).

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DELMIA Quintiq

JANUARY 22, 2015

Finding logistics people to follow on Twitter is easy. Simply key in “logistics” and voila: You’re given a long list of individuals whose profiles contain these words. Finding the right logistics people worth following however is a daunting exercise, especially if you don’t know who to look for. Morai Logistics.

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Shipchain

DECEMBER 17, 2019

That’s why we’ve created this list of the top logistics and supply chain journalists and thought leaders that we follow and suggest you check out in 2020. . Top Logistics & Supply Chain Journalists & Thought Leaders We Follow. Adam Robinson is the Marketing Manager for North American Third-Party Logistics Provider, Cerasis.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 9, 2016

Countless implementations littered with acronyms like ERP, SCM, CRM, or TMS can illustrate what will happen when their intersection with business objectives is weak, or outright conflicting. I firmly believe that inefficiencies form at the points where business objectives intersect technology investment decisions.

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Shipchain

MARCH 6, 2020

We recently partnered with Keep Truckin, released a new white paper, launched the Delivery Experience Manager for Final Mile logistics, won the Blockchain Innovation Award at #DataccioConnect Singapore, queued up our next industry webinar, joined the United Nations Center for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT), and a lot more.

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