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Insights from Ryder Innovate 2014

Talking Logistics

The value of peer-to-peer learning and networking was evident at last month’s Ryder Innovate conference — “an exclusive gathering of senior leaders in transportation, logistics, and supply chain seeking strategic insight, new ideas, and thought leadership to improve their supply chain and fleet operations.”

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CSR Initiatives in the Global Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

CEVA Logistics actively reaches out to support social innovations and engage local communities. CEVA was responsible for delivering hundreds of parts to the GM Kokomo, Indiana, facility, in the U.S., Thinking beyond that, globally, we have a broad reach and responsibility in the communities where our employees live and work.

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Procurement & Suppliers: Paying Attention to Terms & Conditions to Keep Supplier Relations Postitive

GlobalTranz

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by our great friend, Chuck Intrieri where he gives us a fantastic example of how Procurement and Suppliers can enhance Supplier Relations by navigating the "Battle of the Forms.". For example, in one Indiana case, Tyler Pipe Industries, Inc. Battle of the Forms: Will You Win, Lose or Draw?

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Analytics Leaders Discuss the Internet of Things

CH Robinson Transportfolio

These innovative assets, built and driven by harnessing big data and predictive analytics, create consumer and business environments where “I Want What I Want When I Want It” (“IWWIWWIWI”) is not only justifiable, but increasingly the societal standard. Analytics Leaders Discuss the Internet of Thingsg.

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Facing Hard Times, Shippers Find Innovative Solutions

Intelligent Audit

From contractor controversies to rising fuel costs, logistics professionals across the transportation industry are turning to innovative solutions to persistent problems. According to Cargill, these innovations will reduce emissions at the new refinery by 50% of those of a typical refinery. . billion in operational costs in 2023. .

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Big Data and the Future of Business

Enterra Insights

The staff at Innovation Origins (IO) writes, “One subject that never fails to feature in discussions about our technological future is that of Big Data.” 4] For example, they note there are definite costs associated with big data projects, including: 1) Hardware and software costs. ” What is big data? .”

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Top 10 Cities for eCommerce Fulfillment

FLEXE

Indianapolis, Indiana. Indianapolis, Indiana: Indianapolis is a staple in supply chain operations because of its central location and proximity to Chicago. For example, in Q4 when the holidays hit, companies like Walmart and Urban Outfitters hit about 80% of their warehouse capacity. Seattle, Washington. Denver, Colorado.