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Data is the New Oil: Competing on Logistics Data

Talking Logistics

β€œData is the new oil,” stated Clive Humby, a British mathematician, in 2006. to create a valuable entity that drives profitable activity; so must data be broken down, analyzed for it to have value.” Read more Data is the New Oil: Competing on Logistics Data. It’s valuable, but if unrefined it cannot really be used.

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A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks

Logistics Viewpoints

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. Taking all aspects into account is the only way for logistics companies to have a solid foundation for decision making and holistic optimization. This is where big data technologies come into play.

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The $440 Billion Logistics Problem with Ilya Preston

The Logistics of Logistics

Ilya Preston and Joe Lynch discuss the $440 billion logistics problem. PAXAFE contextualizes active and passive visibility data, quantifies risk and predicts OTIF adverse events. Key Takeaways: The $440 Billion Logistics Problem PAXAFE helps businesses in the supply chain industry use data to improve their operations.

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How to Use Data to Fuel Your Retail Reverse Logistics Strategy

GlobalTranz

How often do you think about your retail reverse logistics strategy? It’s easy to assume retail reverse logistics is solely based on returns. While this is partially true, all retail reverse logistics involve a backward flow of products that return to their origin. The Benefits of a Data-Driven Retail Reverse Logistics Strategy.

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Real-Time Trackers: A Welcome Labor Solution for Logistics

The labor market is under an unprecedented squeeze, and the logistics industry has been hit particularly hard by the β€œGreat Resignation.” Why streamlining data simplifies the logistics role. The difference between real-time data tracking vs. passive data logging, and why the former is key to efficient operations.

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The Evolution of Logistics: Connectivity, Data Integration, and Virtual Design

SCMDOJO

The term β€œlogistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations.

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Effective Supply Chain Planning Is All In The Data

Talking Logistics

Four hours later, we finally arrived, Read more The post Effective Supply Chain Planning Is All In The Data appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. My plan to get there was pretty straightforward; I knew the best route and all the usual traffic patterns, so we set out on what should have been a two-hour drive.

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The Digital Logistics Provider: Delivering a New Level of Service in the Age of IoT

Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) have a lot on their plate. In response to the growing complexity of the modern global supply chain, logistics service providers are embracing digital supply chain solutions powered by new IoT tracking technologies and data analytics. How can the modern LSP stay competitive in the age of IoT?

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Port Congestion Shines Light on Visibility Gaps

Port congestion is a standout topic in current conversations surrounding logistics and the supply chain. This report, built from extensive survey data from a myriad of shippers and logistics providers, shines light on visibility gaps that have contributed to the current crisis of port congestion.

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The State of Data and Insights in Healthcare Logistics

Medical and pharmaceutical manufacturers have faced increasing logistical challenges over the past two years. This report, produced by Worldwide Business Research, explores the progress companies have made toward supply chain digitization and logistics maturity.

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Digitizing Logistics: Harness the Power of Data in 4 Steps

That’s where your data comes in. In demand generation, data is essential for knowing who you should target and how. In this eBook, you’ll learn how to identify and target your ideal prospects β€” when they’re most receptive to hearing your message β€” using different types of data. Leveraging intent data.

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Return to Success: Streamlining Returns in the Supply Chain for Enhanced Efficiency

Speaker: Cathy Morrow Roberson, Research Manager for the Reverse Logistics Association

Businesses need to leverage advanced tracking systems and data analytics to identify bottlenecks and improve supply chain visibility. In today's competitive business landscape, providing a seamless return experience and maintaining an efficient supply chain are critical to customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Guide to Mathematical Optimization & Modeling

For decades, operations research professionals have been applying mathematical optimization to address challenges in the field of supply chain planning, manufacturing, energy modeling, and logistics. Learn all about this AI technique and how it can help your organization.

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TMS+: Go Beyond Transport to Optimize Cost, Service, & Resiliency

Today’s question becomes: How do you leverage data to automate and optimize across the full order lifecycle? We outline how the TMS+ breaks down silos to optimize across inventory, transport, logistics, and order management concurrently, intelligently, and in a timely and relevant manner for cost, service, risk, and sustainability.

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Discover 4 Use Cases for Applying AI to Your Recruiting Processes

Recruitment AI technology uncovers the most qualified candidates. This technology automates recruiting routines and facilitates natural conversations, resulting in higher productivity and a better candidate experience. Download the eBook to learn more!