The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 14, 2023

Kyle is Co-founder and CEO of Vizion , a groundbreaking technology company revolutionizing container tracking in the logistics industry. About Kyle Henderson Kyle Henderson is Co-founder and CEO of Vizion, a groundbreaking technology company revolutionizing container tracking in the logistics industry.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

Due to travel restrictions, I cannot attend many industry events, so I observe from home, watching webinars and remote broadcasts. ” I believe that the industry is stuck. ” The industry is in a groupthink, largely missing the opportunities for breakthrough innovation. As I process the content, I struggle. The reason?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This is the challenge that industries face all around the world. Ideally one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, but that takes coordination of people in different industries. In one example, Crust Group in Singapore provides a Southeast Asian example of a cross industry “circular economy” partnership. Sure there is.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

At the same time banks have to invest in new technology to ‘reinvent the industry’,” Carande said. A case study presentation by Youness Taghrichte provided a good example of how JAGGAER customers in the financial services sector are tackling these issues.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Unfortunately, the industry is full of a lot of Anna(s) and her friends, the doubting Thomas (s). In the industry, supply-centric techniques reign with lots of bravado and messaging on control towers, Demand-driven Materials Requirements Planning (DDMRP), and generative AI. Most of the industry is composed of doubting Thomas(s).

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2022

Jim has had a 35-year career in marketing and communications, including 25+ within the logistics industry. His expertise includes strategic planning, brand positioning, advertising, public relations, website strategy and design, and development of white papers, case studies and other content. Jim’s LinkedIn.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 27, 2022

Managing the flow of goods within the apparel industry requires an extensive and well-established supply chain network. Since this particular industry is insanely fast-paced, any problem within the supply chain can lead to a loss of sales for the business. Why Does the Apparel Industry Require Supply Chain Management?

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

In this particular posting, we share our review of: Profit From The Source- Transforming Your Business By Putting Suppliers at the Core. Cited are specific case studies related to Apple , Tesla and many other firms. None the less, take the time to assess what this book provides in observations, insights and recommendations.

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MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 29, 2013

Caterpillar is the subject of one of three case studies that show how supply chain management can support both environmental and financial goals. Here are three case studies that offer clear, irrefutable evidence that sustainability and profitability can be compatible in the supply chain domain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Product Sourcing Agent article and permission to publish here provided by Joyce Chen at Epic Sourcing. Sourcing agents are an effective way of finding the most suitable supplier. Who is a Product Sourcing Agent? Why Get a Product Sourcing Agent? Functions of a Sourcing Agent. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 5, 2023

I have to imagine that everyone that works in an industrial setting has heard about digital twins at this point. While the promise is clear, and we see a growing number of case studies proving the benefits of the approach, many companies struggle to create and maintain digital twins. Are Digital Twins Achievable?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

As Industry 4.0 is adopted in more and more industries and companies, the supply chain industry is starting to implement these disruptive technologies to adapt to the ongoing challenges and obstacles. Industry 4.0 IoT is making a mark on more and more industries, including logistics. Internet of Things (IoT).

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Provenance

MAY 16, 2019

Food brands have always recognised the importance of sourcing the right ingredients. Communicating sustainable sourcing at Balance Festival. In an industry that has struggled against contaminated products and lack of sourcing visibility , she wanted to prove that her honey was sustainably-sourced from family beekeepers in Bulgaria.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

As a result, companies are writing new case studies through their actions or inaction. Make, source, and deliver need to be managed together based on analytics that sense and respond at the speed of business. Results in the Automotive Industry for the period of 2012-2021. Business continuity is the overarching issue.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 21, 2022

Assa Abloy AB, Ametek, Broadcom, CCL Industries, Celanese, Clorox, Intuitive Surgical, Hubble, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV, Monster Beverages, Nike Inc., Industry Bias. In the industry, there is a bias to place the mantle of supply chain leadership on companies based on company brand perception.

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Provenance

JUNE 1, 2020

We wanted to get a better understanding of where it comes from, how it’s farmed and what options are available to the cosmetics and food industries to have a more positive impact. Aim to source 100% certified RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil). Sourcing palm oil responsibly and sustainably is nuanced and can be complex.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In Table 1, we share the results of Rockwell Automation’s performance against their peer group in the diversified industry segment. Diversified Industry Performance For the Period of 2010-2017. In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally.

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ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 22, 2024

Seek a 3PL provider like with a deep understanding of the electronics industry and its specific challenges. Environmental Sustainability Initiatives: Commitment to sustainable practices and ethical sourcing throughout the supply chain. Reduction of carbon footprint through energy-efficient operations and green logistics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 12, 2017

The recognition of this need is a great gift to the industry. I like Lokad’s use of machine learning using open source database techniques (think about attribute-based machine modeling in a modified Apache Spark-like architecture.) I am writing a couple of case studies of clients using this technology. Conclusion.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As with any industry, the most innovative companies are those who break new ground — and one way they do that is to define new ways of managing procurement that enable efficiencies, optimize spend, and reduce risk. “In Bouncing back from the pandemic, the retail industry has transformed rapidly to meet crucial customer needs.

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AFFLINK

AUGUST 23, 2017

Focusing on Responsible Sourcing. During the supply chain analysis of Nestlé, it's immediately clear that responsible sourcing is a huge concern for the company. When it comes to supply chain analysis, having an intimate knowledge of what your customers want from your products is imperative in running a successful operation.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

My first focus was on China sourcing. No doubt about it, we are characters in a supply chain case study searching to define a new normal. Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a risk management case study. China was the source of over 90% of PPE.) The airline industry? Step #5 Safe Manufacturing.

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QAD

MARCH 31, 2020

It’s a niche industry, but also one of the cornerstones of discrete parts manufacturing. In some cases, only one or two companies in the world can produce the components ANCA needs. In some cases, only one or two companies in the world can produce the components ANCA needs. There’s more information in the full case study.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

Many supply chain management case study curriculums include the notions of how this retail chain pioneered what is today termed “ fast fashion.” Inditex itself annually publishes the number of suppliers among 12 core sourcing countries but reportedly does not provide names of individual suppliers.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

They had some real gems of advice, not just for growing companies, but for change management initiatives across enterprises and industries. This works to our advantage because when an issue comes up, everyone knows the source and can work very closely together to pinpoint it and address it efficiently. Read the full case study →

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SupplyShift

JULY 23, 2021

Industry groups are one of the best ways for companies to put their heads together and solve common issues, helping them achieve net-zero supply chain emissions, drive visibility into sub-tier suppliers, and collaborate on any number of ESG compliance issues. Procurement and Supply Chain. Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI).

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SupplyShift

JULY 23, 2021

Industry groups are one of the best ways for companies to put their heads together and solve common issues, helping them achieve net-zero supply chain emissions, drive visibility into sub-tier suppliers, and collaborate on any number of ESG issues.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

Driver shortages have become even more of a reality in the supply chain industry for a number of reasons, chief among them being the sharp rise in demand. But the industry is watching as the technology opens new opportunities for safety, savings and speed long-haul, raising curiosity on the strength of a compelling business case.

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Can we shift sourcing strategies and what impact will that have on my network? In the automotive industry, the imposition of new tariffs can have major cost implications. Competition continues to grow throughout the industry and the threat of passing costs onto consumers while maintaining loyalty can keep any executive up at night.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Regardless of the industry, increasing complexity undeniably increases opacity. Case study: Reengineering a forwarder’s fulfillment journey To illustrate how technology on the Cloud can drive visibility, intelligence, and agility of supply chain, let’s take a look at the real case of one of the top 10 forwarders in the world.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

In extreme cases, firms simply state that a product comes from one country when, in actual fact, it was manufactured in a country that is impacted by the higher tariff being imposed. Ensuring that any approach is fully compliant in order to avoid having to relocate production or supply sources often takes up a lot of internal resources.

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

by Kevin McGowan If you read any of the articles about the “vinyl resurgence” in the music industry, it’s easy to understand why record companies, artists, and fans are getting so excited. The vinyl resurgence surprised many, and the industry has been slow to react in many ways. The main reason they have been slow is understandable.

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SCM Research

MAY 15, 2017

As part of the PERFECT project (Purchasing Education and Research for European Competence Transfer) a group of researchers conducted case study research to identify individual buyer competences, knowledge and skills that are required to cope with such current requirements and prepare for future trends.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Source: Gartner, Market Guide for Supply Chain Analytics Technology, May 28, 2019. The number of industries applying optimization has also grown, even in markets where the use of optimization has not been as widespread. We turned 30 this year.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Companies that are good at demand management understand the need for design–form & function of inventory and push/pull decoupling points –and the orchestration of demand to make better decisions in sourcing, transportation and delivery. Retail forecasts are never a good source of data for the manufacturer.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

History will also include case studies of mergers and acquisitions. Smaller, more agile companies outperform the larger and well-known brands in the retail, beverages, food, and pharmaceutical industry sectors. Industry-by-industry, I compiled data for the period of 2010-2018. Click the link to see the detail.)

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 28, 2023

Beyond extensive residential damage and destruction, from an industry supply chain disruption lens, the headline that garnered business and industry media coverage was that this storm provided extensive damage to a 1.4 million square foot Pfizer life-saving drug production facility located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina.

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