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Just-in-Time vs. Just-in-Case Procurement During Supply Chain Disruption

Ware2Go

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. . As a result, procurement must decide when and whether to rely on just-in-time or just-in-case models for purchasing and managing stock.

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CSR Initiatives in the Global Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The overarching rule that all actions taken are meant to meet the needs of the present society without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs, is a key driver. From just being environmentally friendly, it has become a holistic framework that encompasses the environment, social and corporate governance.

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Elastic Logistics is a more flexible approach to meet the client’s needs

Procurement Academy

Platform keeps all stakeholders connected simultaneously to get reliable visibility to their cargoes. Elastic Logistics should encompass all business areas from cost control to warehouse management to delivery and beyond. Benefits of Elastic Logistics and warehousing. How to foster flexibility in your company.

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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? Talent shortages, especially limited drivers, will exacerbate the capacity crunch and result in shortages across warehousing and transportation simultaneously.? . Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight.

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Just-in-Time vs Just-in-Case Procurement During Supply Chain Disruption

Ware2Go

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. As a result, procurement must decide when and whether to rely on just-in-time or just-in-case models for purchasing and managing stock.

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How to Manage Supplier Risk and Performance in an Uncertain Global Economy

ivalua

The job of procurement is to ensure performance is as promised, risk is low and business objectives are being met through collaboration. It is critical to have full visibility across all your suppliers and knowing everything about them matters, because this may be the difference between meeting customer demand and falling short of it.

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Straw Pallets – A Game Changer?

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Wood pallets used for export shipments also contain an unhealthy level of formaldehyde due to fumigation, posing an unnecessary health risk for cargo handlers. We can demonstrate how companies can “go green” and clean up their supply chains by adopting cargo moving equipment that is environmentally friendly, recyclable and, cost efficient.