Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

According to the NRF survey report , consumers spent $321.41 The top retail destinations during this five-day period were reportedly online retailers (44 percent), grocery and supermarket stores (42 percent), department stores (40 percent), clothing and accessories stores (38 percent), and electronics stores (29 percent).

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

Strengthen Customer Trust and Accountability For industries like pharmaceuticals and electronics, chain of custody traceability is non-negotiable for warehouse operations. That leaves a lot of warehouses that are still using manual processes to fulfill orders through picking — not to mention performing putaway and point-to-point transport.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

Strengthen Customer Trust and Accountability For industries like pharmaceuticals and electronics, chain of custody traceability is non-negotiable for warehouse operations.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

Strengthen Customer Trust and Accountability For industries like pharmaceuticals and electronics, chain of custody traceability is non-negotiable for warehouse operations.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2018

Driver shortage is a major concern for companies striving to improve the performance of their fleet, according to a 2018 global benchmark study , conducted by Descartes, that surveys fleet managers from a wide array of industries and logistics providers. Technology Boost.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Today we pick up our series on all things Electronic Data Interchange or EDI by busting the common myths around implementing an EDI Integration program. The truth is, many myths have circulated throughout the business world, and electronic data interchange is the focus of quite a few of these myths. Myth: It’s Too Expensive.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

As the compliance date for the Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) mandate approaches (December 18, 2017), there are two important questions to be answered: How will it impact capacity? According to the survey results, only 33 percent of small carriers have fully integrated ELDs into their fleet.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 17, 2022

A further data point to these notions can be found in a newly released C-Suite Outlook Mid-Year survey report, published by The Conference Board. This survey of a reported 750 CEO’s and other C-Suite executives was conducted in May 2022, among executives based in North America , Latin America , Asia and Europe. cyberattacks.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

If so, I invite you to attend two of the sessions that I am participating in, both related to transportation management: TMS 4 SMB: A Case Study with Carhartt. TMS solutions recently evolved to not only solve complex transportation problems for large shippers, but to also better meet the needs of the SMB market. Room: Sun 3-4.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

In today’s turbulent trading environment, strong global transportation management capabilities deliver exceptional benefits and value. In 2014, a Supply Chain Council survey found that managing global supply chain complexity was among the top 5 major issues. A very recent survey of U.S. Let me qualify that statement.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 29, 2023

In this vein of shifting supply sourcing actions, we continue to highlight for our readers surveys, editorials and developments related to this important strategy area. The theme of the report was that shifting production capacity away from China equates to nearshoring within Northern Mexico , with transport lanes into the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 18, 2023

based companies had indicated in survey data and in concerted actions that termed China Plus sourcing strategies that either explored alternative, nearshoring, or reshoring efforts were being undertaken. This week features added evidence specifically in the high tech and consumer electronics supply networks segment.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

“Perhaps the invention of the electronic television? Lippett explains, “This way of delivering AI is a game-changer for almost every industry, including the smart home, healthcare, transport, manufacturing and many more. ” he asks. Or the invention of microwaves? ” Why the AIoT is a Big Deal.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 3, 2024

Geological Survey , the earthquake was centered about 11 miles south of the city of Hualien and occurred just before 8 a.m. The state of this island’s public utility infrastructure including supply of electricity, water, transportation and other services so important to island residents and production facilities will be the concern of many.

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

The Institute for Supply Management conducted a special survey that asked members to assess how Harvey might impact six key business metrics and whether they may be impacted by shortages of input materials due to Harvey. "Our Indeed, the results of our ISM Report On Business Survey indicate ongoing challenges for U.S.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 1, 2019

According to a recent survey conducted by Forbes Insights , 65% of logistics, supply chain and transportation executives acknowledge the necessity to revamp existing models and add flexibility to business operations in order to ensure omnichannel delivery, reduce costs and meet the ever-shifting consumer demand. INTERNET OF THINGS.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Regulations have dominated transportation discussions in recent years, whether it’s Hours of Service (HOS) and the 34-hour restart rule , CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability ) program , and in the spotlight today, Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). One carrier responded to the survey by saying, ‘I will sell out first.’

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2017

He was referring to some of the hype and speculation surrounding the electronic logging devices (ELDs) mandate, which goes into effect in December 2017. The reality, however, is that the vast majority of large carriers are already ELD compliant, according to a survey Transplace conducted last year with over 400 carriers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Why have so few companies adopted a Transportation Management System (TMS) solution? We had a tremendous amount of spend leverage globally, a seasoned team, great supplier relationships, very strong processes, and an excellent Transportation Management System (TMS). Subscribe Here! Email Address. With all of that we went to market!

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from our friend Kevin Hill with Quality Scales Unlimited who shares his expertise regarding the key trends in supply chain and transportation management. . This is the value of having a transportation network. This system requires a convoy of trucks with electronic systems. Managing Risk.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 17, 2021

Many businesses are built around vehicle fleets, and so many others rely on them to conduct a large portion of their services, including transportation. In fact, according to this survey from Statista , about one-quarter of the vehicles in use were commercial vehicles between the years 2006 and 2015.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

There are a variety of ways that companies can manage their transportation spend. The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS).

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DynaSys

APRIL 28, 2021

May I anticipate ground transportation rather than flight? … According to a Gartner’s survey , 45% of companies are already using machine learning and 43% of them are planning to use AI-powered demand forecasting within two years. Where are the stable sales segments? What are the sourcing alternatives? in march 2020, it’s now 1.2)

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 16, 2017

In the 2017 State of the North American Supply Chain Survey , only 11 percent, one in nine respondents, expressed issues with capacity over the past year. Starting December 18, 2017, truckers will be required to implement and use electronic logging devices ( ELDs ), and existing hours-of-service (HOS) regulations are currently in effect.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. A 2017 study from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) found that 19.5

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The September surveys offered a few silver linings, including signs of improving supply chain conditions and resilience in the labor market.”. With Taiwan being a bastion of high tech and consumer electronics supply networks, the above commentary is indeed concerning. The average value of this index for all three months of Q3 was 50.4,

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

Transportation costs make up 60 percent of overall logistics expenses for all shippers and 3PLs. For these companies, the use of a dedicated transportation management system, such as Cerasis™ Rater , can be deployed to lower transportation costs across the entire supply chain. Implementation Costs. Type of Industry.

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IQMS

JUNE 25, 2019

The majority of enterprises are prioritizing their blockchain pilots that concentrate on supply chains improvements (53%) and the Internet of Things (51%) according to Deloitte’s latest blockchain survey. The study found that the electronics equipment company could save up to $6M a year or.6% 6% of annual sales.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

According to this Deloitte report, transportation challenges are likely to continue through 2022 , and new strategies will need to be adopted to lessen the impact. According to this PwC report, a recent survey of industrial manufacturers showed more than 70% are testing or building IoT solutions in their projects.

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Material Handling & Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Fiore, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee: . Computer & Electronic Products). -- "International demand is strong for our products in all regions. Transportation Equipment). -- "In the U.S., Many subtier components are in short supply for multiple OEMs."

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 3, 2023

excluding survey periods impacted by lockdown measures, the HCOB Eurozone Manufacturing PMI recorded its lowest reading since the global financial crisis. ’ The overall pace of decline was noted as the steepest since this particular survey began in April 2004. Report commentary indicated that “.excluding The reported July value of 42.7

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 26, 2018

Our discussion then turned to the impact of the electronic logging devices (ELD) mandate, which will get fully enforced starting April 1 st. With surveys indicating that 90+ percent of trucking firms already have ELDs in place, Steve believes this has taken some hours out of the market. Is this a new normal? I don’t know.”.

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Lead-time extensions, steel and aluminum disruptions, supplier labor issues, and transportation difficulties continue to limit potential, but at more manageable levels. Highlights of the survey include: - The New Orders Index registered 61.8%, a decrease of 3.3 Computer & Electronic Products). Chemical Products).

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 27, 2016

For suppliers and mid- to large-sized companies, supply chain visibility serves as the foundation for strategic decisions and tactical improvements across the entire transportation network. In a recent Kewill survey, more than one-third of organizations indicated they are planning to broaden workflow visibility outside the four walls.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Americans’ concern over rising prices is at a record high, according to a recent survey by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Material and transportation costs have increased substantially as shipping ports remain congested and backlogs delay the delivery of certain products.”. And these worries aren’t unfounded.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

If you’ve attended any logistics conferences lately, or just tried covering a load in recent weeks, you know that the tide is turning in the transportation market. What impact will the Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) mandate have on the market? Is the transportation market heading into unprecedented territory?

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 25, 2022

Prior long-standing assumptions that mature, foreign based supply networks, low-cost labor and predictable global transportation and logistics costs would remain constant were also blown-up by a series of industry dynamics. The wild card in this area is the notions of global “ friend shoring ” now being advocated.

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