Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 15, 2022

(All photos credited to Depositphotos.com) Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! Many retailers are feeling inventory pains despite assuring analysts that they're quite pleased with their inventory levels. Some retailers may have seen these signs but could not pivot quickly enough because of supply chain delays.

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ShipBob

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Table of Contents ** Minutes What is an inventory audit? When it comes to selling goods, ecommerce businesses may audit their inventory — whether it’s for tax purposes annually or to simply verify units on hand. Inventory audits can be done in-house or by a third party and represent one point in time. What is an inventory audit?

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Despite supply chain costs increasing and available capacity almost a rarity, retailers are undertaking a variety of ways to make sure they receive their inventory in time for the ever-important holiday season. “We feel good about the composition of our inventory. .

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 1, 2023

End to end supply chain visibility and execution process support technology provider project44 acknowledged a workforce reduction last week. According to published reports from Freightways and Crains Chicago Business , the headcount reduction amounts to upwards of 10 percent of this tech provider’s global workforce.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

T he cascading logistical problems caused by the pandemic and the war in Eastern Europe have made securing a reliable supply chain a national imperative. In addition, severe cyberattacks – like the highly publicized Colonial pipeline attack – have brought supply chain cybersecurity into the limelight.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The logistics industry is made up of a highly interconnected supply chain network that manufactures raw materials into finished products and connects producers and consumers through various channels. Many functions are required to complete this, including: Maritime, road freight, digital freight, truck, and/or air delivery services.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 26, 2015

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Wal-Mart to impose charges on suppliers as its costs mount (Reuters). Deliv Acquires WeDeliver in Chicago. Introducing Ryder TranSync™, a Patent Pending, Automated Technology Tool Used to Provide Dynamic Transportation Planning.

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2017

A look at the supply chain readiness of several major U.S. cities, and their adoption of smart-city technologies. Deloitte Consulting and the Metro Atlanta Chamber have teamed up to analyze how seven large metropolitan areas of the United States are transforming their traditional supply chain base into digital supply chains.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The VP of Supply Chain and Logistics at our house (aka my wife) has been out of the country this week. I have to go to the grocery store again today to replenish our inventory (yeah, I don’t shop for groceries online; as the son of a bodegero, I’m old fashioned that way.). Did I mention they eat a lot?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Next week, I’ll be speaking at the Ryder Innovate Forum in Chicago and the Elemica reveal 2014 conference in Frankfurt. DHL launches freight capacity management program in the light of rapidly increasing trade volumes. August 2014 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Nulogy Raises $7.5 Bill from Calif.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Changing shipping demands are pushing businesses to gain even more visibility into their supply chains. How to Improve Outbound Logistics with Mobile Technologies. The outbound logistics of shipping, delivery and order fulfillment services are often the most complex part of any supply chain transaction.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Changing shipping demands are pushing businesses to gain even more visibility into their supply chains. The outbound logistics of shipping, delivery and order fulfillment services are often the most complex part of any supply chain transaction. “For the last 50 years, it’s been built around pallets.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 24, 2022

The increased investments were attributed to supply chain disruptions such as raw material shortages, delays at ports, labor shortages, lack of warehousing space, and tight capacity across all modes of transportation. The reverse logistics segment of the supply chain has gained attention because of the growth in e-commerce.

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ShipBob

MARCH 28, 2024

This method is key for businesses looking to manage inventory flexibly and save on upfront costs. Strategic inventory management Utilizing in-bond shipments and bonded warehouses allows businesses to optimize their inventory management. This enhanced visibility allows for better decision-making and more accurate forecasting.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2015

— In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… DSV agrees to acquire UTi Worldwide Inc. UberRUSH – Now Open for Business in Chicago, NYC, and SF. August 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). In the darkness, in the silence, I missed my dad, again. SMC³ Acquires Transportation Costing Group.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 16, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, and James Peck , VP of Supply Chain Execution Presales, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and from webinars and automotive events that we prepared for. We mentioned disruptions and the added complexities.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The value of peer-to-peer learning and networking was evident at last month’s Ryder Innovate conference — “an exclusive gathering of senior leaders in transportation, logistics, and supply chain seeking strategic insight, new ideas, and thought leadership to improve their supply chain and fleet operations.”

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 1, 2022

Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! Consumers couldn’t get enough of buying goods since the pandemic occurred in 2020, and shippers struggled to keep enough inventory on hand once pre-pandemic inventories were depleted. As a result, many retailers are sitting on excess inventory. Are you ready?

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ShipBob

MARCH 30, 2020

As the ecommerce industry grows, the logistics of getting orders to customers has become more complicated — especially with the novel coronavirus impacting entire supply chains. Ecommerce logistics starts with moving inventory from the manufacturer and lasts until it ends up at the end customer’s destination.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Will the supply chain ever catch a break? With every link of the supply chain impacting businesses both large and small, keeping up with the globally disrupted supply chain evolution is a recipe for whiplash. Raw Material Shortages Are Affecting a Challenged Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

This distinguished gentleman happened to have just retired as President of Global Freight Forwarding, and prior to that, as President of UPS Asia Pacific. It took UPS years to develop the China-global electronics market supply chain, and we were not very profitable during the early years.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

My schedule had me on a plane to Chicago at the time of the presentation. Your supply chain needs to be agile too. The best supply chains are also designed for purpose. For mature supply chain organizations, it is a natural extension of six sigma. The APICS event was not there. They are balanced.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

Chipotle’s push for humane chicken delayed amid tight supplies. Mexican factories gain in supply chain revamps. This is the latest initiative from FedEx in its effort to explore and adopt emerging technologies across its networks. Walgreens to offer Wing drone delivery in suburban Dallas.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. With how quickly new technology, tips and warehouse management techniques are emerging, wouldn’t it be nice to take a page from someone else’s book? Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2022

Cardinal Health starts Zipline drone deliveries of drugs and medical supplies. US port backups are extending into freight rail supply chains. Retail’s inventory glut means big business for liquidators. While some companies are suffering losses from excess inventory, others are making huge profits from it.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2016

Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Trucking Stocks Tumble on Downgrade, Pricing Outlook (WSJ- sub. Descartes Showcases Logistics Technology Platform Innovations at Global User and Partner Conference. MercuryGate Launches Global, Omni-modal Freight Procurement Solution.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 15, 2016

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon ‘in talks over Hahn Airport base’ ( Lloyd’s Loading List ). Accenture Releases Enhanced Ocean Cargo Pricing Software to Provide Greater Pricing Visibility for Carriers. Paragon Software Systems updates PC*MILER interface. percent from February 2015).

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Not the Chicago Cubs, of course, but the Little League Cubs of our city. Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Exclusive: Wal-Mart seeks to test drones for home delivery, pickup ( Reuters ). New Oracle Supply Chain Management Cloud Offerings Address Needs of Modern Value Chain.

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