Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 20, 2012
'When new groups come together, the forming process is often awkward. Teams want to know each other, but introductions are strained. So, how can they do it quickly and move on to solving business problems? Ice breakers help. One of my favorite is the game, “ Three Truths and a Lie.” In this team activity, people who do not know each other list four statements and ask the group to guess which statement is false.
Supply Chains Rock
OCTOBER 18, 2012
'A few years ago I met Prof. Sheffi at an event with my colleague Theo Fletcher. He was nice enough to recently reach out to me for a contributed blog post as part of a publicity campaign for his new book. By Professor Yossi Sheffi, Director.
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The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2012
'When you have chosen a 3PL partner, insure that you have an effective Service Level Agreement (SLA) with accompanying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the Service Level of the 3PL. This SLA/KPI has to be negotiated and agreed upon by you and your 3PL partner.This negotiation time can take three (3) to Six (6) months. If you do not want to start at the 3PL as a contact customer with a SLA/KPIs, you can ship your goods and become a public account.
SCM Research
OCTOBER 24, 2012
'When analyzing the statistics of this blog, I found that SCM researchers appear to be very interested in posts concerning journal rankings, namely about the ABS Academic Journal Quality Guide and VHB-JOURQUAL. I would not have published them if I wasn’t sure journal rankings can be beneficial for our research community. However, after an inspiring discussion with Alan McKinnon last week about his new article, Starry-eyed: Journal rankings and the future of logistics research (published in IJPDL
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OCTOBER 3, 2012
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Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 11, 2012
'“If only I had the money that the company was supposed to save from the multiple ERP and supply chain projects. There were a myriad of projects and we are at the same place that we were when we first started. I am a skeptic. I just don’t believe it anymore when I see it on a project justification.” CFO of a major manufacturer. I want to believe.
Supply Chains Rock
OCTOBER 8, 2012
'A guest post by Schaefer Shelving. The blog owner receives no revenue or fees for posting this article, it has been included based on his opinion that it contributes to the goal of his blog, which is to make supply chain''s interesting. Amazon.com''s warehouse. There are some basic but important principles involved in utilizing warehouse space effectively.
Logility
OCTOBER 4, 2012
This sounds a bit like the old tongue twister ‘how much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?’ And, while it also sounds like an easy question to answer it turns out to be ‘one of those questions’ where the answer can be quite complicated. Over the years I’ve had this question put to me many times in one form or another.
SCM Research
OCTOBER 15, 2012
'Recently, Oxford Metrica, an analytics and advisory firm which has been “studying the relationship between reputation and value for nearly two decades”, has issued its Reputation Review 2012 , which was sponsored by Aon Corporation. Herein, the major reputation events in 2011 are reviewed and the lessons learned are extracted. Most importantly for us, the report contains some interesting examples of reputation risk in the supply chain.
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Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 24, 2012
'NAVIGATE. Home. Basics. Case Studies. Graphics. All Posts. About. Copyright. Privacy. Blogroll. Book Review: Logistics Clusters-Delivering Value and Driving Growth. A couple of months ago, I asked one question on Quora about how 3pl companies select a warehouse or facility location. The question got 4-5 followers but there is still no reply. Recently, Ive found the new book called " Logistics Clusters: Delivering Value and Driving Growth ".
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 12, 2012
'Experienced logistics and supply chain consultant, Chuck Intrieri is a new contributor to TheLogisticsofLogistics.com. Chuck Intrieri is currently a operations and management consultant focused on third party logistics (3PL) management. Chuck Intrieri Professional Experience. Mr. Intrieri is a highly experienced and credentialed supply chain professional and is a recognized thought leader and innovator, primarily in the areas of Third Party Logistics (3PL), Supply Chain Optimization, and Log
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 7, 2012
'My iphone buzzed on my nightstand. I groaned. I had gotten to bed late. It was 6:00 AM. This was before my wake-up call. I am not a morning person. As I picked it up , I saw a twitter alert welcoming people to the APICS webinar with @lcecere on Agility that afternoon. Much to my chagrin, I rubbed my eyes and checked my calendar. The APICS event was not there.
ModusLink Corporation
OCTOBER 4, 2012
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Logility
OCTOBER 18, 2012
Connect with us: When I was working with finite scheduling systems in the 90’s I was struck by how “video game-like” some of the systems were. Unscheduled work orders fell from the sky, were grabbed by the planner, manipulated, and fit into the open slots of the production schedule. It reminded me of Space Invaders or Tetris. The elements were all there.
EcoVadis
OCTOBER 30, 2012
Whereas the previous post looked at the qualitative aspect of supply chain reporting and strategy, the last entry of the Ecovadis blog series dedicated to the GRI G4 project focuses specifically on the aspects and indicators. Aspects & Indicators. In total, the G4 proposes at least 20 new or revised indicators that are associated directly or indirectly to the supply chain.
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 9, 2012
'Signing a Trucking Contract. Before signing a Less Than Truckload (LTL) / Truckload (TL) contract with your chosen carrier, you must consider the following. Check the terms and conditions (boilerplate) of the contract with your lawyer or a Transportation Consultant or both. If the carrier has a Transportation Management System (TMS), it is imperative to include a clause that says you, the customer, will share the benefits of TMS Optimization of routes, loads and modes of the goods the carrier h
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
RFgen
OCTOBER 16, 2012
In order for manufacturers to handle product recalls without causing severe disruption to operations, they need to have strong data collection procedures in place. Although it isn’t easy to overcome major challenges like a massive recall, there are companies that have managed to do so. Julian Birkinshaw, a professor of strategic and international management at London Business School, told Bloomberg Businessweek that despite the multitude of issues Japanese car giant Toyota has faced in rec
Logility
OCTOBER 18, 2012
Connect with us: When I was working with finite scheduling systems in the 90’s I was struck by how “video game-like” some of the systems were. Unscheduled work orders fell from the sky, were grabbed by the planner, manipulated, and fit into the open slots of the production schedule. It reminded me of Space Invaders or Tetris. The elements were all there.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
EcoVadis
OCTOBER 22, 2012
The amendments proposed to the GRI reporting guidelines introduce dramatic conceptual changes associated with the redefinition of contextual elements, reporting boundaries, materiality, in which supply chain is pervasive. This second part of the Ecovadis blog series dedicated to the GRI G4 project focuses on increased supplier-centered content into the following elements in particular: the revised glossary, profile disclosure, and disclosure on Management Approach.
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 21, 2012
'5.5 Great Ways to Reduce Shipping Costs. Finding ways to reduce shipping costs is a goal for many companies, however, many forget to do the basic blocking and tackling that will drive cost down. To reduce shipping costs focus on the freight basics listed below. 1. Improve Packaging. The proper packaging will minimize freight damage and fit the goods into the minimum space necessary.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
OCTOBER 18, 2012
'About Us. Contact Us. Newsroom Investors Careers. Infosys Labs. Industries. Industries. Aerospace and Defense. Airlines. Automotive. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Education. Energy. Financial Services. Healthcare. High-Tech. Hospitality and Leisure. Industrial Manufacturing. Insurance. Logistics and Distribution. Media and Entertainment.
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
OCTOBER 22, 2012
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Logility
OCTOBER 4, 2012
This sounds a bit like the old tongue twister ‘how much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?’ And, while it also sounds like an easy question to answer it turns out to be ‘one of those questions’ where the answer can be quite complicated. Over the years I’ve had this question put to me many times in one form or another.
Supply Chain Network
OCTOBER 7, 2012
'At 8:35 p.m. EDT on Sunday evening, the Space Exploration Corporation (SpaceX) launched its Dragon spacecraft on the first ever commercial resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch itself relied on tried and true methods. The Dragon spacecraft was perched atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket for most of its journey into orbit. It shed the rocket’s two stages as it went, achieving orbit in roughly 10 minutes, ready to deploy its solar panels for power as it zips around
EcoVadis
OCTOBER 15, 2012
A leader in mobile, fixed, IP and optics technologies and a pioneer in applications and services , Alcatel-Lucent includes Bell Labs, one of the world’s foremost centers of research and innovation in communication technology. The company achieved revenues of 15.3 billion Euros in 2011 and is incorporated in France and headquartered in Paris. If you are familiar with our Blog on Sustainable Supply Views, you may already know that the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) ranked Alcatel-Lucent Tec
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