Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 14, 2024

based Logistics Managers Index likely noticed that this index reading for the month of May increased 2.7 The May report indicated that the Transportation Price index increased 13.7 The average price for a 40-foot container reportedly skyrocketed from $2,240 in April to $3,250 in May. percentage points from that of April.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The company’s purchases continue to add new wind and solar projects on the grids that power operations, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers, Amazon fulfillment centers, and physical stores around the world. service fee. for orders of less than $50, $6.95

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

The ability to specialise and gain comparative advantage in skills allow groups of human beings to do much more than they would have been able to as simple individuals. Trade is still mostly dollar valuations of products and services. We get to take advantage of the comparatively higher productivity of others. Greening Our Trade?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 6, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. said Wednesday it has begun offering a service to handle returns. said Wednesday it has begun offering a service to handle returns. The service is available in the nearly 5,000 cities where Uber has a presence, the company said. or UPS Inc. or UPS Inc. Excluding the U.S.

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Precoro

AUGUST 31, 2023

Recall how manufacturers had to limit their on-site staff due to coronavirus safety regulations; more recently, food production in Ukraine was disrupted, which in turn affected the sales channels of Ukrainian products and everyone around the world who uses or distributes them. Companies can cut costs in various ways.

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ivalua

JANUARY 29, 2020

Or certain food businesses who are currently looking at the growth of vegetarian and vegan food products and thinking “that too will pass” (I don’t think it will, personally). . This imperative to move quickly has become more critical in part because of technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

The gig economy and its on-demand armies of drivers have moved people and food for years, but many retailers still hesitate to tap into Uber, Postmates and other companies to quickly move orders from stores to local customers’ doorsteps. How can we strategically house inventory to better support gig integration? Critical data to track.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. By the numbers, the top challenges supply chain leaders are currently experiencing include fuel costs (59 percent), inflation (46 percent), delays outside of their control (41 percent), unpredictability (38 percent), driver shortages (32 percent), and losing business due to the economy (30 percent).

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

The staff at the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) note, however, that the logistics industry plays an “out-sized — and often underappreciated — role … within the greater transportation ecosystem.”[1] These advancements demonstrate how logistics connect the world — and always have.”[2]

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. France clamps down on delivery depot ‘dark stores’ Upset by high prices, GM’s Cruise develops its own chips for self-driving cars. Mechatronics has been building technology to move and stack heavy pallets and totes, and robotics used to package products for customer orders.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2022

According to the website, its debut vehicle, the 21C, is designed by both human and AI technologies and uses a hybrid powertrain system which combines a twin-turbo 2.88-liter While all of this technology sounds pretty amazing, it should be said that this type of performance comes with a price tag. The Czinger 21C costs $1.7

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Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

Higher income, less waste, better quality, and improved food security are among the benefits of the farm-to-fork movement growing worldwide. After the COVID-19 pandemic exposed serious vulnerabilities, companies needed to take stock of their existing food systems. million gallons of milk daily. million gallons of milk daily.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon is turning grocery-picking gig workers into Whole Foods employees. Senate passes sweeping bipartisan bill overhauling the US Postal Service. XPO Logistics to spin off freight brokerage. CEVA Logistics using self-driving trucks to move freight.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 30, 2022

With labor unions across the logistics industry gearing up for difficult battles and profit margins narrower than ever, logistics providers are forced back to the drawing board. Heat-Related Health Emergencies Attract Attention at UPS as Contract Negotiations Loom. The fee, which will extend from Oct. and Canadian markets.

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 9, 2023

million online stores in the US alone, Shopify is one of today’s largest ecommerce platforms. We’ll cover: Different Shopify fulfillment options available to you How Shopify fulfillment works Top Shopify fulfillment services Benefits of partnering with a third-party logistics ( 3PL ) partner What is Shopify Fulfillment Network?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. To thrive in this ever-evolving landscape, shippers must embrace a flexible and responsive approach.

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Logility

AUGUST 5, 2021

From shifts in consumer demand to new regulations and disruption in market dynamics and supply networks, food and beverage (F&B) industry executives have always had many reasons to stay alert. By combining the tactical and strategic aspects of S&OP, your business can drive growth by leveraging five critical outcomes: 1.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 28, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The trial, which is expected to conclude within a month in Bengaluru, will test the vehicle technology within FedEx Express operations, assessing the vehicles’ operational effectiveness on a standard route fully loaded with packages, the company said in a statement.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Pushing the Supply Chain Reset Button by Lora Cecere , Founder, Supply Chain Insights Supply Chain Leaders Can’t Afford to Guess About the Future The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics. These core assumptions are no longer true.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 5, 2022

The ongoing pandemic-induced supply chain disruptions, along with the Russia-Ukraine war, limited available supplies of cocoa, edible oil, and other food ingredients. The company is relying on price increases to boost growth. So I guess we better start stocking up for Halloween now. FedEx agrees to buy 10% stake in Berkshire Grey.

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Resilinc

MARCH 26, 2024

In a typical scenario, a company reaches out to suppliers and begins talking to logistics and procurement after the typhoon strikes. These predictions can then be used for strategic decision-making. Imagine there is a 20% surge in copper prices triggered by sudden geopolitical shifts—disrupting the supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

While this is not exactly the best news to hear, it’s time to move on to this week’s logistics news. Walmart said it is now more committed to embedding sustainability into every conversation it has with suppliers, service partners, store and club managers, truck manufacturers and other important parts of its massive supply chain.

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QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

Facets of this broad field include demand planning, inventory management, logistics, acquisitions and partner management. Used to cut costs and maximize efficiency, supply chain trends cater to every business. Logistics is a larger focus for transportation companies. Function: operation management, logistics and inventory.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 16, 2022

Supply Chain Dive reported that, “ Contractors will soon have what Patton has called “a unified voice” to push for higher per-stop pay, despite Smith’s warning that a group effort to negotiate financial terms is a breach of contract.” UPS Continues to Narrow In On Improving Healthcare Logistics.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. Supply Chain Visibility refers to tracking and monitoring the movement of goods, services, and information throughout the supply chain. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks.

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Exiger Perspectives

JUNE 21, 2023

Exiger , the SaaS company revolutionizing the way corporations, government agencies and banks manage supply chains, today announced that it has received a 2023 Top Supply Chain Projects Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive for the innovative work Oshkosh Corporation and Exiger accomplished.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

According to the 30th Annual State of Logistics Report by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), companies spent $1.64 trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4%

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Fortunately, logistics innovations such as delivery as a service (DaaS) are here to change that and help ecommerce businesses transform their customer experience. What is delivery as a service (DaaS)? Some service providers have their own fleet of drivers to complete local deliveries. eMarketer predicts that 51.3%

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 15, 2023

We all need food to survive and for most that takes talking about the emissions associated with food production “off the table”. Additionally, we logistics professionals can also make an impact. As the logistics expert on the team, I work on different projects with South Pole as and when needed.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends Feature Article by Laurent Sik , Head of Operations, CEVA FVL APAC Automobiles, as a form of transportation, are indispensable in today’s world and will remain a crucial part of our lives for a long time to come. million cars.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

So your company is looking to reduce costs, and you’ve been asked to contribute by reducing your inventory cost. Here we explain how you can do this with 16 cost reduction strategies in inventory management?that that are each proven to reduce a company’s costs.?

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

Ensuring Business Continuity: Supply chain disruptions can have far-reaching consequences, affecting logistics, suppliers, and workforces. By maintaining the core functionality of the supply chain, businesses can continue delivering products and services to customers, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Locus

JUNE 6, 2022

Evolving consumer patterns, new regulations, and rising costs mean that growth is largely possible by. Ensuring that last-mile fulfillment becomes a revenue driver: This is crucial, as last-mile fulfillment is said to account for 53% of the costs of logistics operations. A new direction for the ecosystem. However there is hope.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

From supply chain snafus to the growing threat of history-making strikes, it’s been another week of exciting changes within the global logistics industry. Yet, in a time of unprecedented uncertainty, logistics professionals can be sure this will be a peak season like no other. . As negotiations between U.S.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 1, 2019

So I brought it back to the garage, and they replaced it again, at no cost, of course. So, while I plot my next move, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. and China in trade negotiations, the U.S. Two weeks, I drove around with both headlights. Until last night. It burned out again.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

Ensuring Business Continuity: Supply chain disruptions can have far-reaching consequences, affecting logistics, suppliers, and workforces. By maintaining the core functionality of the supply chain, businesses can continue delivering products and services to customers, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Unleashed

APRIL 1, 2024

Effective perishable goods inventory management will save your organisation money by minimising inventory waste and reducing your carrying costs. Commonly it refers to food, drink, and medicinal products. Logistics Your products are at risk from the moment they enter transit. What are perishable goods?

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