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Tackling the distribution problem at the centre of the world’s supply chain problems

IT Supply Chain

By Justin Floyd (pictured). Co-Founder & CEO of RedCloud Technologies. The post Tackling the distribution problem at the centre of the world’s supply chain problems appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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DB Schenker – Singapore: A Vital Node in Singapore’s Logistics Ecosystem

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Singapore’s Status a Global Hub. From its peak, 97% flight capacity was reduced from Singapore Airlines. Typically, 45% to 50% of cargo is carried in belly holds of aircraft. With such dramatic reductions in flights, Singapore’s status of a logistics hub was put severely at risk. However Singapore has managed to preserve it position as a global trade hub.

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Walmart in a World on Fire

Logistics Viewpoints

Walmart has used TMS to both save money and reduce carbon emissions. Last year, Rebecca Henderson’s, Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire , was on the short list for Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award. The premise of the book by this Harvard business professor is that capitalism is making our society increasing unstable as the middle class’s income is being reduced while the wealthy are becoming ever richer.

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LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – November 2021

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

STEPPING UP CAPABILITIES WITH INDUSTRY 4.0 Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine. In this edition we have several news updates, interesting & enlightening articles and contributions on people & management – topics which are most crucial to the development of the Supply Chain Industry across regions as well as globally. Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine now!

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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REPOST: 3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena. Robert Cadena and Joe Lynch provide an introduction to 3rd party logistics. 3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Transportation 2.) Warehousing 3.) Logistics 4.) Technology and 5.) Special Services. Robert is the Co-Founder and CEO of a company that provides operational, sales, marketing, and technology support to over 100 3PLs, so he has a very thorough understanding of the business.

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The Ecommerce Strategy of Pharmacies

3PL Insights

The strain on U.S. supply chain continues to be a leading issue in many industries. Shortages of warehouse workers and truck drivers are forcing businesses to find new ways to streamline their supply chain. The implementation of AI technology and robots is becoming increasingly popular, but people are still experiencing delays for online orders. This includes over-the-counter pharmaceuticals that are being purchased in record numbers online after 2020 quarantines propelled this industry forward.

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Mass Customisation: What It Is and How Companies Are Using It

Unleashed

Product customisation is increasingly popular with consumers, putting pressure on businesses to produce goods tailored to a mass audience – which is where mass customisation comes into play. So what is mass customisation, what are its benefits and challenges, and who is using this production model? We answer these questions, and give you examples of how it works in practice.

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A Guide to Ocean Freight

3PL Insights

There has been a lot of talk in the news and industry publications about the struggles facing the supply chain industry. Even we have discussed the challenges logistics providers must overcome in recent articles like “ The State of U.S. Rail and Ports.”. Amidst all of these stories of shortages and bottlenecks, we thought it would be helpful to explain the basics of shipping ocean freight.

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2021 State of Commerce

Ware2Go

Ware2Go surveyed merchants and consumers to understand how the eCommerce boom and 2021 supply chain disruptions changed the way merchants do business. Download the full State of Commerce Report. The post 2021 State of Commerce appeared first on Ware2Go.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Why Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets is the Backbone of a Strong Global Supply Chain

IT Supply Chain

By Stephan Wolf (pictured). CEO, Global LEI Foundation (GLEIF). The post Why Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets is the Backbone of a Strong Global Supply Chain appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Welcome to the Supply Chain Without Boundaries

BlueYonder

Supply chain optimization has never been more essential to overall business success than it is today. A study by Bank of America Global Research, cited by Reuters , found that mentions of “supply chain” increased by 412% in third-quarter earnings calls hosted by Fortune 500 companies this year, compared to 2020. Given the magnitude and increasing frequency of global supply chain disruptions — and the fact that they are projected to last for the foreseeable future ?

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Certainty Exceeds Discounts in 2021 Peak Trading

IT Supply Chain

By James Hyde (pictured). Founder, James & James Fulfilment. The post Certainty Exceeds Discounts in 2021 Peak Trading appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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LogiNext Certification Program reports 200% uptake amongst supply chain professionals

Loginext

LogiNext Certification Program reports 200% uptake amongst supply chain professionals LogiNext has reported a 200% increase in demand for its Certification Program amongst supply chain professionals Since its launch in 2019, more than 50,000 supply chain professionals have undergone this certification across the globe The certification helps supply chain professionals add a highly relevant […].

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Best place for buying Solana in Australia

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured). Content Writer. The post Best place for buying Solana in Australia appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Holiday eCommerce Advertising Best Practices: 6 Ways to Stand Out During Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Small Business Saturday

Ware2Go

It’s not too late to optimize your Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Small Business Saturday advertising strategy. These best practices will help you get the greatest return on your marketing dollars. eCommerce merchants should incorporate Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Small Business Saturday advertising best practices into their holiday selling strategy to remain top-of-mind with the many consumers shopping early amid fears over shipping delays.

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Minimising Supply Chain Disruption: How Automation Can Help Manage Worker Shortages & Variation in Demand

IT Supply Chain

By Andy Barrett (pictured). Senior Product Manager, Domino Printing Sciences (Domino). The post Minimising Supply Chain Disruption: How Automation Can Help Manage Worker Shortages & Variation in Demand appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Faster and More Resilient Supply Chains for the New Norm

Adexa

Faster and More Resilient Supply Chains for the New Norm Since 2018, most probably because of the pandemic, the pace of business has changed by an order of magnitude. Supply chain planning processes have sped up from quarterly to monthly and from monthly to weekly. As a result, digitalization has become an imperative for all leading companies. The future belongs to those who can move even faster and use technology to maximize the velocity of doing business.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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How Automation Can Help Manage Worker Shortages & Variation in Demand

IT Supply Chain

By Andy Barrett (pictured). Senior Product Manager, Domino Printing Sciences (Domino). The post How Automation Can Help Manage Worker Shortages & Variation in Demand appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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o9 Solutions Recognized by the World Economic Forum With the 2021 New Champions Awards for Excellence in Innovation

o9 Solutions

DALLAS, Nov. 15 , 2021 – o9 Solutions , a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, has been recognized by the World Economic Forum’s 2021 New Champions Awards for “Excellence in Innovation.”. The World Economic Forum New Champions initiative is a community of dynamic high-growth companies that champion new business models, emerging technologies, and sustainable growth strategies in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. 2021 marks the award progr

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Green Supply Chain News on Getting CO2 Emissions Out of the Extended Supply Chain is Monumental Effort, but One US Foods Giants PepsiCo and Mars are Making

Supply Chain Digest

Mars Investing 2 Billion Dollars in Helping Farmers Adopt New Techniques

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (November 2021)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to take a look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Insights market data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal. Read more Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (November 2021).

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Embedded Analytics: A Force Multiplier for Business

The possibilities for embedded analytics to drive real value for businesses, end users, and society are as fascinating as they are limitless. No matter the industry, brand after brand is finding that analytics can be the solution to a multitude of business challenges. Go deep with five insightsoftware customers as they share the details of their analytics journeys and discuss the transformative power of data.

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Foldable Shipping Containers? New Design Seen as Cure for Logjams

Supply Chain Brain

Few tools of the global economy have survived without major innovations as long as the shipping container. The supply ructions around the world are presenting an opportunity to test that incumbency.

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Making the Case for Diversity in Public Procurement

ivalua

The post Making the Case for Diversity in Public Procurement appeared first on Ivalua.

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When The Chickens Come Home To Roost

Supply Chain Shaman

Today, we are nearing the end of the fourth quarter of corporate reporting. Self-reported projections of the ocean carriers forecast that the industry is posting over $200B in profits. Let me repeat this, “$200 Billion in profits.” This massive positive windfall is double the profit made by carriers over the past 20 years combined. Yes, a single year offsets twenty years of poor margins for a struggling industry.

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10 Tips to Advance Your Career

3PL Insights

Have you ever felt stuck in your job? Do you feel like you’re ready to take on more responsibility and advance your career? It can be difficult to move up at work if you don’t know what steps to take. Here are 10 tips to advance your career. Go Back to School. Whether it’s a higher degree in your field or learning a unique trade, more education can have a positive influence on your career growth.

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What is Mesh Networking Trends Report

This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.

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New Honeywell Warehouse Automation Technology Allows Sites to Maximize Storage, Increase Order Fulfillment

Supply Chain Brain

Honeywell International Inc., a manufacturing and technology company, announced its latest solution in intelligent automated handling designed to help warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing sites receive, process and fill orders faster and more accurately while potentially reducing storage footprint.

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You and Your 3PL | PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics

Trust and Respect. The two things needed to build a successful relationship with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Often, these terms become the exception, not the rule. As a result, many shippers that use 3PL providers believe that micromanagement and persistent price pressure will prove the best result. In reality, the opposite is true.

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How Logistics Planning Can Help Your Business

ShipBob

What do you want to learn? Logistics Processes to Plan For. Tips for Logistics Planning. Expected Challenges. Unexpected Challenges. No army should go into battle without a plan for attack; similarly, no ecommerce merchant should go into business without a plan for handling their logistics. While it’s not the most glamorous aspect of running an ecommerce business (nor how you thought you’d be spending your time once you opened), logistics planning is absolutely essential to your business’s succe