Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

hope to slash shipping costs and save millions of dollars when they sit down later this month to negotiate long-term contracts with ocean carriers following last year’s surge in rates. Some companies expect to cut ocean-freight rates by half or more, which in turn could allow retailers to slow or stop price increases for goods.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

To coordinate, contracts can be made with direct links in the supply chain, but how can organizations coordinate with the suppliers’ suppliers or the customers’ customers? Requiring suppliers to contract only sub-suppliers who follow certain standards could be a good start.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 5, 2022

I read earlier this week that Hershey said it would fall short of meeting demand for the Halloween and Christmas holiday seasons this year, blaming a scarcity of raw ingredients and difficulties in securing suppliers. The company is relying on price increases to boost growth. So I guess we better start stocking up for Halloween now.

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