Supply Chains Rock

AUGUST 17, 2012

Who said supply chains are boring? Whenever I tell a friend, colleague or family member about my job as soon as the words "supply chain" are muttered I immediately see glassy eyes followed by a yawn or two. These transportation experts used manpower and pure mechanical force to get things where they needed to be.

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Supply Chains Rock

AUGUST 31, 2012

Who said supply chains are boring? Whenever I tell a friend, colleague or family member about my job as soon as the words "supply chain" are muttered I immediately see glassy eyes followed by a yawn or two. These transportation experts used manpower and pure mechanical force to get things where they needed to be.

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Multichannel Merchant

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Whiplash’s assets will become part of Ryder’s supply chain services division, with CPG and retail making up about 40% of the overall business. Before both acquisitions, Ryder had 63 million square feet of space in its supply chain network. The deal is expected to close in early January.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

In other words, manufacturers need analytics from point-of-sale systems, transportation metrics and more. Well, that concept holds true in the supply chain and for manufacturers alike. Furthermore, companies must extend the buying cycle to get as much information as possible from consumers.

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 9, 2015

But seeing as this is a blog about supply chain, and not about my preferred poultry, I thought I’d take a look at what goes into getting those millions of pounds of turkey from the farm to the table. Maybe for you, but certainly not for those involved in the turkey supply chain. And my oh my how I do love my turkey!

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GlobalTranz

MAY 3, 2017

However, the IIoT is beginning to encroach on all aspect of manufacturing and supply chain management for its wide-ranging deployment and application to improving processes. There is no longer a logical argument against using the power of the IIoT in manufacturing and supply chains. In the U.S., trillion by 2025 as well.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

Last week I spoke at the CLX Logistics Conference in Philadelphia on the future of Supply Chain Management. The recent Supply Chain Insights Global Summit gave me new perspective and insights. The redefinition of supply chain practices is happening through the coalescence of multiple technologies, not one.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The Columbus, OH-based 3PL has witnessed firsthand how using logistics strategically can lead brands to category domination. The road map to category leadership isn’t shaving pennies off transactional transportation costs. Surveying retail buyers isn’t the only way Zipline Logistics has gained retail expertise over the years.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

With peak shipping season just around the corner, the logistics industry is looking forward to a smoother supply chain than previous years have provided. However, transportation management experts caution logistics providers not to get too excited. Speaking in Columbus, Ind., Experts Weigh-In on Peak Season 2022.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

By forecasting future supply chain and logistical events, companies can gain a competitive advantage and prevent monetary loss due to inaccurate stocking, and mismanagement of goods, deliveries, and time.”[2] … It all comes down to the ability to use predictive analytics to manage supply chain risk.”[6].

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Transportation and logistics professionals are urged to contact the American Logistics Aid Network , if you can help provide trucks, trailers, or warehouse space. Van rates are also way up on key lanes like Columbus to Atlanta , as supply chains adjust to the demand for southbound freight.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 22, 2016

Shippers in Columbus, OH, will be in the battleground region of the United States, with ports on the East and West Coasts vying for their business. If costs were all that mattered, these shippers would route their products through the expanded Panama Canal to reach Columbus via rail from the New York-New Jersey port.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 5, 2020

Columbus , Ohio has recently been a desirable market for carriers. If shipping to or from DC, ensure your supply chain partners can handle freight. . Vendors should not expect much transportation disruption in Iowa. . Shippers should check with individual supply chain partners to see if they are online. .

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

Additionally, overall maintenance costs have dropped by 30 percent, and predictive maintenance has reduced machine-specific failures by 70 percent, reports Louis Columbus of Forbes magazine. In other words, the supply chain will become more of a hive-mind, working together to ensure the customers and retailers are always satisfied.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides an editorial perspective on political actions that occurred this week, specifically the State of the Union Address the release of a new U.S. Trade Policy agenda, and where government and global supply chain policies can either collide or align. . State of the Union Address.

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TMC

DECEMBER 8, 2016

A transportation management system (TMS) can help shippers weigh the pros and cons of each option. For example, a higher cost could be part of a strategy to win market share and align product transportation with that mission. Is your supply chain make-to-order, make-to-stock, or both? Triad of factors.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 3, 2018

Everyday technology seems to be assuming a greater role in the business world, including in supply chain operations; but, technology alone will never achieve the kind of transformation required in the years ahead. ” People: Fostering Supply Chain Talent. ”[2] This not just true of the fashion supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

reports Louis Columbus of Supply Chain 24/7. Consequently, manufacturers will see a rise in communication and collaboration throughout the supply chain. . On the customer side of the equation, better pricing will translate into better public perception and positive word-of-mouth marketing through social channels.

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