Cathy Roberson

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Announced in 2022, the current strategy seeks higher margin volume and increasing worker and facility productivity using automation, artificial intelligence, and other innovations to capture more business. Catch me at the Reverse Logistics Association’s conference and the week after that at the Aircargo Conference.

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Cathy Roberson

JULY 10, 2021

Repairs are one of the three major pillars of reverse logistics - returns and disposition are the other two. A quite telling quote from the Vox article, “the system encourages people to throw [electronics] away and replace them,” creates another reverse logistics problem - the proper disposal of such items.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

A great example would be today’s prominence of climate change. Four fundamental practices: Based on (Ali Esfahbodi, 2016) research, Chinese and Iranian governments have focused their fight for SSCM based on four fundamental practices: sustainable procurement, sustainable production along with sustainable distribution , and reverse logistics.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2018

On the surface, blockchain is a relatively new technology, and its use in various applications, like the CargoX Smart Bill of Lading , is even more innovative. For example, consider these benefits of using blockchain for bill of lading standardization and more. Remember the reverse logistics supply chain use of blockchain.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This annual event, which facilitates sharing ideas on supply chain innovations, has been a draw among customers and features many repeat attendees. One example shown was in the context of an integrated business planning/S&OP process.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? Reverse chain article and permission to publish here provided by Glen Munholland at circularsupplychains.com. This is driving a tremendous amount of innovation and economic growth, while also creating unprecedented challenges as resource and energy consumption increase. Subscribe Here!

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Proxima

JUNE 19, 2020

Nimble is the new supply chain Nirvana and being both diverse and innovative will be key to success in the new retail landscape. For example, building density into a stock hub, improving reverse logistics schemes, and warehouse planning should all be on the agenda for retail businesses looking to thrive.

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Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

LN Van Wassenhove, who is one of the world''s authority in humanitarian logistics and reverse logistics from INSEAD, has explained in great details about the journey of our real-life superheros in the article named " Humanitarian aid logistics: supply chain management in high gear ".

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Requis

MAY 13, 2020

Enabled by ever-improving digital infrastructure, spurred on by technical innovations of all kinds, and accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chains are increasingly evolving into value networks. For example, demand signals from customers can trigger customized responses for their needs. Faster response to change.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Every day, innovations that weren’t even conceivable a decade ago are used without a second thought. Rather than focusing solely on getting items out the door, your warehouse teams now have to be concerned with the entire product journey, not to mention reverse logistics.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2019

This allows retailers and the supply chain to eliminate the barriers to new technology implementation, offer better customer service, and prepare for the next innovation.”. Reverse logistics. A reverse logistics strategy is essential for successful omnichannel operations. Upstream omnichannel challenges.

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FLEXE

APRIL 12, 2017

Retailers, of every shape and size, are faced with the threat: “Innovate or die.”. For example, if the manufacturing strategy changes or customer demand patterns shift, you can make real-time adjustments to your distribution network by popping up and popping down capacity. The post Innovate or Die: How’s Your eCommerce Strategy?

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 8, 2019

In a letter to the ruler of Milan listing his strengths, sent in the early 1480s, Leonardo mentioned 10 different skills — designing bridges, tunnels, chariots, and catapults, for example — before adding at the end that he could also paint.”[4]. How can artificial intelligence improve logistics? ”[4]. Concluding thoughts.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Along with increased investments in all things related to logistics, expect more experimentation, particularly in dark stores, ghost kitchens, micro-fulfillment centers and malls masquerading as distribution centers.” … These are just a few of the examples of mall repurposing ideas. ”[5].

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 8, 2020

It also lets sellers tap into Amazon’s capabilities in the logistics field, which allows all sellers to fulfill orders no matter the number or volume. FedEx Fulfillment offers a wide range of excellent services such as packaging, reverse logistics, transportation, and warehousing. Pure-Play Fulfillment Services.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

To resolve these challenges, retain their competitive edge, grow their consumer base and operational savings, business owners are rethinking logistics processes and leveraging innovative solutions to bring their e-commerce and retail operations into the digital age. For example, Crocs’ ecommerce volume grew substantially in 2020.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

We have discussed how manufacturers are changing the landscape through surprising, innovative trends. Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. Nearshoring also allows manufacturers and logistics provider is to save money.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 27, 2015

The first element are the comprehensive set of strategies covering all the functional elements of your supply chain, including supply management, procurement, demand management, production, inventory management, distribution, customer service, and reverse logistics. Is it innovation, flexibility, or a combination of those factors?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

New Breed specializes in services for omni-channel distribution, reverse logistics, transportation management, freight bill audit and payment, lean manufacturing support, aftermarket support and supply chain optimization. . After closing, XPO expects to have approximately 10,000 employees and more than 200 locations.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 3, 2021

With all that in mind, I thought I’d share some examples of the highs and lows of online and in-store retail that enterprises have endured between late 2019 and early 2021, and highlight some of the most notable changes in the retail supply chain arena during that period. The reverse logistics process, too, is a prime target for refinement.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

In 2014, I co-founded and continue to Chair the Board of ReMAP which is a $25M private/public partnership focused on accelerating the commercialization of Canadian innovations in the advanced and electronics manufacturing space. This was the beginning of what is now known in the industry as JDM or Joint Development and Manufacturing.

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Shipchain

AUGUST 24, 2018

The inception of blockchain technology for use in logistics and supply chain management represents one of the most significant innovations in the industry. For example, consider how blockchain technology is used in these areas: Payment processing. How Blockchain and Trucking Are Made for Each Other.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 16, 2014

While I believe there are many profound changes on the horizon, here are three predictions to get the conversation started: Innovation focus will shift to information flows. Much of supply chain innovation and value creation to-date has been through re-engineering and optimizing product flow. Changes ahead.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2021

For example, Mars is looking at climate action, no poverty, and partnerships as part of its sustainability plans. Mr. Skrovan said that the new focus is transforming the company’s reverse logistics supply chain, making it a “circular economy.” These initiatives span a variety of businesses.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

For example, in China alone, where the last decade brought millions of new participants into the workforce, a skills gap is expected to cause a deficit of 23 million sufficiently skilled workers there by 2030. For example, job training grants totaling $450 million were distributed among approximately 270 community colleges in 2014.

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Requis

JUNE 25, 2020

Susie Bodnar is part of the generation that is driving supply chain innovation forward. She is a 15-year logistics veteran, educator, consultant, and an active volunteer with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). It’s not just about procurement or warehousing, we go all the way to reverse logistics.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Reverse logistics presents unique challenges and opportunities. Ikea, a company known for innovation , is facing the enigma of reverse logistics head on. For example, in just a few months, over 6 tons of batteries were collected in Moscow, and 25 tons of used textiles were collected in Norwegian stores last year.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2015

Norbert Dentressangle has leading capabilities in high-growth reverse logistics. One of the words I keep hearing a lot from both shippers and 3PLs is scale — as in the ability for logistics service providers to meet the growing needs of shippers in terms of services offered and geographies served.

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Supply Chain Network

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

However having been witness to numerous Third Party Logistics procurement trainwrecks, I have to say that ‘When it Comes to Third Party Logistics Procurement Should Take Back Seat.’ Brings Innovation, Ideas & Opportunities. Wide Scope of Retail Services. Ongoing Productivity Improvements.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 1, 2020

For example, in the case of a multi-bot solution, warehouse workers express positivity and excitement about their robot coworkers and experience improved personal job performance as their order accuracy reaches near-perfect rates. The buy-ins and signoffs are easier to obtain and are happening much more quickly.

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Unleashed

JULY 25, 2022

More innovative visual displays Digital sales enable products to be considered ‘in situ’ – for example presented so a customer can consider what it might look or be like for them. For example, products that appeal to certain types of customers can be surfaced to other customers with similar habits, needs or wants.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 23, 2016

For any fresh-food retail or supply business professional, the following seven insights into fresh supply chains around the world offer some ideas and innovations to consider , the adoption of which can open doors to meaningful cool-chain performance improvement. Things You Need For Fresh Supply Chain Success.

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

by walking from one side of a fulfillment center to another), more logistics experts and employees can concentrate on more complicated processes, such as packaging innovations, workflows, and more. Here are some examples on how supply chain technology has already improved logistics operations. Supply chain security.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, nearly 40,000 attendees comprising 6,200 brands from all over the world headed to the Javits Center to see what new solutions and innovations software and hardware suppliers had in store for 2024 and beyond. Blue Yonder also acquired Doddle to close the loop on reverse logistics.

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Unleashed

APRIL 27, 2022

A simple example of the circular supply chain in action is using refillable containers for products, rather than single-use packaging 6. There is also a range of educational courses now available that cover sustainable supply chains – an example is The University of Cambridge’s Sustainable Supply Chain Management online short course.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Speaking with CNBC, Nike’s senior director for athlete innovation Tobie Hatfield explained that the products he creates are designed specifically to enhance performance and have done wonders for track stars like Allyson Felix and Christian Taylor. The Role of Reverse Logistics. For example, was there a product surplus?

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Speaking with CNBC, Nike’s senior director for athlete innovation Tobie Hatfield explained that the products he creates are designed specifically to enhance performance and have done wonders for track stars like Allyson Felix and Christian Taylor. The Role of Reverse Logistics. For example, was there a product surplus?

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