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The Evolving ‘New Normal’

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

left manufacturers and producers in limbo while millions of tons of finished goods were left sitting in containers at ports, at sea, in warehouses and in car parks across the world. Big agri now know that without logistical planning, supplies of fertilizers, wheat, minerals and chemicals etc. will be severely disrupted.

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Agility and flexibility in the age of digital supply chains – Insights from the 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo

Kinaxis

The 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo was one such opportunity. About three hundred supply chain professionals from various pockets of the world representing manufacturers, retailers, logistics providers, and technology vendors took part in the summit. Here are the key takeaways for me from the event.

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The Age of Agility: Building Resilience in the Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

It’s not just the pandemic that has led to large-scale disruption in supply chain – natural disasters, accidents, international disruptions, geo-political tensions, and currency fluctuations continue to cause major disruption in supply chain operations worldwide. Collaboration and innovation through partnerships. Charge Me Up!

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This Week in Logistics News (May 12-16, 2014)

Talking Logistics

Latest Versions of SAP® Transportation Management and SAP® Extended Warehouse Management Now Available. Echo Global Logistics, Inc. Acquires One Stop Logistics, Inc. Senate EPW Committee signs off on MAP-21 Reauthorization Act (Logistics Management). Transplace and Celtic Expand Intermodal Services in Mexico.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 26-30, 2015)

Talking Logistics

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Exclusive: Wal-Mart seeks to test drones for home delivery, pickup ( Reuters ). Some follow-up thoughts based on the comments received: First, from a supply chain and logistics perspective, I believe Walmart continues to innovate and lead the industry in many areas.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. The Case for Competing on Logistics Talent. Aligning Warehouse Labor Management with Omni-Channel Strategy. What will happen in 2016?

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Blockchain for Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses

SCMDOJO

With the advent of the digital age, businesses are constantly seeking innovative solutions to improve their operations. One such technology that has had a significant impact on the financial industry is blockchain, which is the underlying technology of digital currency or cryptocurrency. In comparison, a blockchain search only took 2.2