GlobalTranz
APRIL 18, 2017
“What can you do to improve your company?”. That is a loaded question, loaded with innuendo, desire, financial concerns, questions about the state of the road and weather and much more, but the ways you improve your company are becoming easier to see. Modern, cloud-based analytics systems within transportation management systems ( TMSs ) have redefined how you strive for continuous improvement.
Enterra Insights
APRIL 18, 2017
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NFI Industries
APRIL 18, 2017
The utilization of less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping has varied over the years as companies find opportunities to overcome transportation challenges. An LTL carrier is defined as a carrier that consolidates and transports smaller shipments of freight, while utilizing a network of terminals and relay points 1. Stifel Inc. predicts that the already $36 billion LTL industry will.
Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 18, 2017
A wise man once said, “Failing to plan is planning to fail”. But what about those instances where planning does occur and yet, failure still follows? For example, what good is it to schedule shipment pickups or deliveries if, when the carrier arrives, he finds a line of others waiting to load/unload; or worse, a yard altogether closed? Why is scheduling of shipments so frequently an exercise in frustration and waste?
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3PL Insights
APRIL 18, 2017
Millennials are frequently described as a breed apart. They are easily the most tech-savvy generation in history, but surveys suggest that just 29% of this cohort are truly engaged in their jobs. Some studies have suggested that millennials are not that different after all. Like everyone else, for instance, they seek meaningful employment, disposable income, social stability, and a purposeful life.
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BlueYonder
APRIL 18, 2017
As supply chain professionals, we know that our field is growing like never before. Current estimates have 200,000 new jobs being created this year alone. With that said, we are faced with a growing talent gap; a lack of supply chain professionals versed in the dynamics of the digital supply chain and the complexity created by today’s omni-channel needs.
RFgen
APRIL 18, 2017
Don’t let IoT hype distract you from what the technology can already do for your business. It is difficult to fully understand and assess exactly how the Internet of Things will change the supply chain sector. The problem with any predictions is that it is nearly impossible to assess the timeline associated with IoT deployment. Highly specialized solutions and projects are already on the market, but figuring out cost-to-benefit ratios and understanding when innovative systems will go mains
BlueYonder
APRIL 18, 2017
As supply chain professionals, we know that our field is growing like never before. Current estimates have 200,000 new jobs being created this year alone. With that said, we are faced with a growing talent gap; a lack of supply chain professionals versed in the dynamics of the digital supply chain and the complexity created by today’s omni-channel needs.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
APRIL 18, 2017
Why Strong Relationships are Vital in the Supply Chain and Logistics Industry | Transportfolio. Relationships: you spend a lot of time building and tending to them in your personal life, and they are just as important—and take just as much effort—in your professional life. And, although relationships with your family and friends may vastly differ from those you have with your colleagues and across your network, I think it’s safe to say that professional relationships matter.
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.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 18, 2017
Using System Enabled ABC Analysis Techniques and Customized Alerts, Planners can Focus on What is Most Important
CHAINalytics
APRIL 18, 2017
By Eric Carlson | Senior Packaging Consultant | Chainalytics | I have been attending HealthPack for more than 12 years and once again content of the premier medical device packaging conference is the main reason to attend; and then there are all the terrific people who are the heart and soul of the industry. These … The post HealthPack 2017: Key Insights and Takeaways appeared first on Chainalytics.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 18, 2017
Prologis Breaks Ground on New Facility Near Port of Seattle.Service will be Costly, but the Advantage is Speed.
Supply Chain 24/7
APRIL 18, 2017
The Seattle e-commerce juggernaut just won a patent for “on-demand apparel manufacturing,” in which machines only start snipping and stitching once an order has been placed, Amazon could wade deeper into developing its own apparel.
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Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 18, 2017
Led to Rapid Improvements in the Technology for Sure, but No Retailer has Tried Case Level Program Since
Supply Chain 24/7
APRIL 18, 2017
Walmart is in advanced talks to acquire e-commerce menswear company Bonobos, the companies have reportedly agreed on price, and the deal will be finalized upon completion of due diligence.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 18, 2017
Musk Tweet Says Electric Truck will be Unveiled this September, but Challenges Seem High
Supply Chain 24/7
APRIL 18, 2017
The International Monetary Fund offered a sunnier outlook for the global economy in 2017, predicting growth of 3.5 percent this year. Still, the IMF warned the world economy still "faces headwinds" and warns against protectionism.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Supply Chain Digest
APRIL 18, 2017
Interest in Reshoring is Growing, but Lack of Suppliers, Skilled Labor are Key Issues
Supply Chain 24/7
APRIL 18, 2017
The World Economic Outlook (WEO) Update covers key WEO projections and is published between the Spring and Fall WEO reports.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 18, 2017
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this post, Scott Fenwick, Manhattan Associates ’ senior director of product management, describes how to take inventory optimization in an omni-channel environment to the next level.
FLEXE
APRIL 18, 2017
We're excited to announce our new Premier Provider Program—highlighting our top-performing warehouse providers in the network.
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EcoVadis
APRIL 18, 2017
In the recently released EcoVadis/HEC Sustainable Procurement Barometer , 97% of organizations surveyed consider sustainable procurement important or critically important. It is clear that mass adoption of sustainable procurement has arrived. Organizations have realized that sustainable procurement , and understanding the sustainability of their supply chains, is a core tenant of any modern sustainability program.
Material Handling & Logistics
APRIL 18, 2017
U.S. trade with Canada and Mexico has increased more rapidly than with any other countries since the signing of NAFTA in 1995, and U.S. warehouse inventory has increased by a net of 3.5 billion square feet. read more.
Material Handling & Logistics
APRIL 18, 2017
U.S. trade with Canada and Mexico has increased more rapidly than with any other countries since the signing of NAFTA in 1995, and U.S. warehouse inventory has increased by a net of 3.5 billion square feet. read more.
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