Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Raw materials are in short supply, many manufacturers have temporarily mothballed production lines, transportation costs are rising, and labor is getting tight on our roadways , railways and ocean vessels. He lives in Chicago. The impact? And for our global supply chains, that transformation cannot happen fast enough.

Rail Software 188

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Learn more on how to overcome today’s supply chain challenges by securing the free guide, 8 Winning Strategies to Combat Supply Shortages. Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. How the Supply Chain Crisis is Impacting Businesses and Consumers.

Material Savings 207

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

The findings in the report mirror what we wrote about in January in regards to how emerging technology will forever impact the manufacturing and logistics space. Key findings included: 40%+ of manufacturers and retailers expect their logistics providers to have some understanding of driverless vehicles. 3PL Logistics 3pl selection'

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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.

Automotive 75

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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. These can be shift in the channel, issues in manufacturing, increasing variability in transportation, or a shift in commodity prices. The less conversion of materials in the inventory strategy, the greater the flexibility of the supply chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 229

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

So, what must manufacturers and policymakers do to ensure that we have secure and resilient supply chains? Lynch and his team leverage data intelligence and strong industry relationships to help clients uncover transportation savings, build scalable supply chain strategies, and ace retailer compliance programs.

Supply Chain Software 52

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 15, 2022

The adoption of just-in-case inventory strategies by many retailers due to supply chain disruptions also didn't help much. The reduction plans we have in place include temporarily reducing production shifts in our manufacturing facilities and strategic actions tied to our segment and supply chain initiative.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2018

Air freight capacity concerns prompt new forwarder strategies (Lloyd’s Loading List). Business Booming For Companies That Handle Retail Returns (CBS Chicago). Alstom to test automated freight train in the Netherlands (Reuters). ATA Truck Tonnage Index Rose 3.7% That’s the new reality when it comes to delivery.

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

I spent time at the conference listening to members’ research needs and, best of all, their willingness to share data so that we can size the total, global, and regional returns market, figure out the average returns volume by type of business (retailer, manufacturer, etc.), by industry and lots more. Carlos Alberini, CEO of Guess Inc.

Reverse Logistics 52

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Currently, the Chicago-based parcel shipper covers 25 metro areas across 17 states. ” Record-High FDI Reveals US Interest In Mexican Manufacturing. As the United States continues to struggle with ongoing drug shortages, experts are pointing to structural flaws within the pharmaceutical manufacturing process.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 24, 2022

FedEx and Chicago-based supply chain visibility provider FourKites have partnered to build a global supply chain intelligence platform, the companies announced Tuesday. In 2020, the startup said it had partnered with tractor-trailer manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America to add on-vehicle fleet management software to its trucks.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 40

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In addition to cutting the need for outsourced manufacturing, this move could give the company a leg up on the competition by making it possible to get products in the hands of consumers faster. Additionally, the company’s manufacturing expertise will enable the reduction of production costs.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

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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. In this case, the context was an annual bid and quote negotiation they had to do with electronic manufacturers who wanted to ship products from the factories in Asia to the US.

Negotiating Skills 60

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Not the Chicago Cubs, of course, but the Little League Cubs of our city. August 2015 North American Freight Numbers. Click-and-collect is very common in the UK, and it’s becoming more popular here in the US, but it’s a risky strategy for Walmart nonetheless. The Cubs finally made it to the World Series.

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ShipBob

MARCH 30, 2020

Ecommerce logistics starts with moving inventory from the manufacturer and lasts until it ends up at the end customer’s destination. Suppliers or manufacturers are those who have inventory ready to ship to a business destination. Test different discounting strategies. Fulfillment centers. In-store pickup vs. home delivery.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

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