Supply Chain Matters

JULY 7, 2023

According to the June report summary , the primary driver of the latest decline was the inventory metric, which reportedly contracted 6.5 Consequently, the warehousing capacity metric increased a reported 6.8 Both metrics contributed to the overall contraction in the LMI along with contracting price levels for transportation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In her keynote address, Nadia Abdul Aziz, President, National Association of Air Freight & Logistics (NAFL), who is based in Dubai, spoke about megatrends transforming the MENA region, particularly the impact of COVID-19. Bob Gill - General Manager, Southeast Asia Arc Advisory Group.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The takeaway for September was that global manufacturing activity officially fall below the 50.0 On the other hand, transportation metrics continue their slowed pace, reaching the second highest level of capacity growth, and the third fastest rate of price contraction in the history of the index. for September. Bob Ferrari.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

If your vendors do not understand your organization’s policies and procedures regarding inbound freight , how can they adhere to your needs? This means that a near-majority of companies are faced with the pitfalls of internal, low-guidance systems for managing both inbound and outbound freight. Lack of Trading Partner Understanding.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to executing mode-specific freight moves from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, transportation execution and visibility solutions play a critical role. The supply ecosystem connects over 630,000 manufacturers and suppliers. Over 12 billion transactions per year occurred on the network.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

not only described as a “ significant rate of contraction ,” but also the first time that this particular metric has reached such a low level. Noted was that one of the busiest times in freight logistics, the seasonal back-to-school retail stocking period, likely did not materialize. percentage points to an all-time low value of 27.9,

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2015

In our work on the Supply Chains to Admire report , we tracked the progress of manufacturing, retailing and distribution companies for the period of 2006 to 2013 and 2009-2013. We then rated companies on their ability to manage and improve a portfolio of metrics: operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

Providers of real-time freight visibility solutions. Back in July 2017, I interviewed Bennett Adelson, the former CEO of MacroPoint (which was later acquired by Descartes Systems Group, a Talking Logistics sponsor) about OTIF and how it is driving demand for visibility solutions. project44 Adds Ocean Visibility to Platform.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 23, 2022

The authors specifically make mention of geopolitics along with the ongoing effects of the pandemic impacting many manufacturing regions in China. The authors point to the delivery time disruptions occurring in China , an increase in air freight costs from the U.S. is only a half-point lower than the metric’s all-time average of 74.4).

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 13, 2015

Let me start with a true confession: I am a manufacturing gal. I relished the sound of a manufacturing line when I opened the door of the factory in the morning, and I liked managing inputs so that we could maximize outputs. Manufacturing is the foundation of my interest in supply chain management. It is now part of my DNA.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Lured by the promise of cheaper labor ( which is starting to not be the case ), companies are blind to the tactical costs of manufacturing overseas. In this new white paper from The Rodon Group, they’ll examine three strategic areas to include in your supplier selection process: Cost, Scheduling, and Compliance. Know the pain points.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

In addition to the procurement executives, I also got to meet Captain Dick Phillips, the captain of note in the film “Captain Phillips” We had a chance to talk about his experience, and he also presented to the group about the incredible experience he went through. I can see the light that will maybe be a freight train someday.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 25, 2021

A new report from the Food Marketing Institute and Boston Consulting Group highlights the effects increased demand had on organizations in the CPG marketplace. The study analyzed supply chain performance at manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers throughout 2020. Increased demand did more than spur revenue growth at CPGs.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Since most Western European capitals are within 1,000 km of Brussels, Belgium’s capital, it is an ideal location for international groups. Manufacturing in Belgium. Manufacturing accounts for about 22 percent of the GDP. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. billion metric tons of goods in 2015.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Annually, container ships contribute approximately one billion metric tons of carbon dioxide. Examples include vehicles, which are mobile emissions, and manufacturing, which fall under process emissions. EPA’s Ozone Transport NOx SIP Call: A group that included the EPA, 37 Eastern states, Washington, D.C., You must report these.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

This procurement training course is taught by Corey Weekes who is based in Toronto, Canada and is a co-founder and Managing Partner at the EIGHTY-FOUR GROUP Supply Chain Consulting company as well as a Senior Warehousing and Transportation Director at one of Canada’s leading and most globally recognized luxury apparel brands.

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IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Reducing freight costs, improving supplier delivery performance, and minimizing supplier risk are three of the many benefits machine learning is providing in collaborative supply chain networks. The manufacturing industry leads all others in the volume of data it produces on a yearly basis. no opt-in). no opt-in). no opt-in).

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ShipBob

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

ABC analysis ABC analysis is when you group items of different value and volume together by high-value items (“A” products), medium value items (“B” products), and low-value items (“C” products). This helps you understand trends so you can be better informed during inventory procurement and when you’re forecasting demand.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Diffuse resistance by inviting stakeholders from internal groups to become part of the solution as early as possible. performance metrics to influence vendor behavior and impact sourcing choices. Robinson through the acquisition of Phoenix International Freight Services in 2012. Gather a cross-functional team. Sourcing uses P.O.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

More than 70 percent of Toyota Motor Manufacturing , Alabama’s power will soon be generated by the sun. It is expected to generate 62,000 megawatt hours annually – reducing approximately 22,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions per year. A bipartisan group of lawmakers is asking U.S. The Einride Pods are monitored remotely.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

For example, a manufacturer may start to package finished goods in a way that eases handling by a logistics service provider who can then offer better prices for stocking and transport. For instance, two manufacturers pool their purchasing to buy more services more cost-efficiently from the same logistics provider.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

For example, a manufacturer may start to package finished goods in a way that eases handling by a logistics service provider who can then offer better prices for stocking and transport. For instance, two manufacturers pool their purchasing to buy more services more cost-efficiently from the same logistics provider.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

The responsibilities, metrics, skills, strategies and mandates for each function can cause people to put their functional focus ahead of the greater company objectives. The term “Supply Chain” is more than just the name of the group that manages materials and logistics. Manufacturing/Operations. Conclusion.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 14, 2022

Food and beverage manufacturing and distribution companies usually operate on smaller margins than most organizations in other industries. Wages are another significant cost for food and beverage manufacturers and distributors , and they’re going up, with labor currently very difficult to find and retain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

Deaths in Hong Kong are at a record level as COVID outbreaks slow freight at Shenzhen and Qingdao ports in China. The Port of Shenzhen –a central manufacturing and export hub including the Yantian terminal that handles 25% of all U.S.-bound Still, the manufacturing plants and distribution centers are closed.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

As we get settled into this new year, we thought we’d share observations from conversations we’ve had with manufacturers and distributors recently. In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

The Dirty Dozen, in alphabetical order, are: Amazon, Atlantic Coast Utilities/Laurence Moloney, Daikin America, Dollar General, Ernst Nursery and Farms, Foundation Food Group/Gold Creek Foods, Hilton Hotels, Kingspan Light and Air, Liox Cleaners/Wash Supply Laundromat, Mayfield Consumer Products, Refresco, and Starbucks. percent for Q4.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 10, 2019

One of my first clients back in 1999 was Descartes Systems Group. This was not a trivial transition because the software industry, until relatively recently, was long fixated on measuring its health and success by new license revenue (sales of products) instead of customer-centric metrics, such as realization of ROI and payback objectives.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Manufacturing systems and regulatory compliance are considered to be very complex, coupled with the limited number suppliers due to the high barriers to entry. Moreover, the aircraft manufacturers have to do whatever it takes to win the order long before the commencement of production.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more. At automaker BMW Group, for instance, plant employees can walk up to seven miles per day. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2015 : solar-powered vessel, robot dispatcher, 3-D printed flight parts, and more.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. 49% of respondents were from the manufacturing industry, 16% from the mechanical engineering sector, and 11% from the automotive market. Raw Material Shortages Are Affecting a Challenged Supply Chain.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Today, we kick off our annual year end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 7 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , 3PL , Business , Transportation , Freight. Top Manufacturing Blog Posts for 2014. Finally, the top 10 list was rounded out safety and metrics. Read Full Post.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 10, 2017

Read More: Less Frustrating Way to Negotiate Freight Contracts. Similarly, it will pay to look for providers that specialise in the types of freight that your company wishes to ship. Manufacturing and Supply for the Last Mile. Is your company a manufacturer? Shortening the Last Mile.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2015

Customer expectations of reliable quality and rapid delivery forces today’s manufacturers to either shorten cycle times or lose business. There are multiple good models for lean manufacturing operations. Who Needs Lean Manufacturing? Lean Manufacturing Planning and Implementation. Establish time-tables.

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DynaSys

JANUARY 13, 2021

In manufacturing, capital investments in new machine tools and materials handling equipment. Your Finance department is minding this metric in particular. When a vaccine is ultimately developed, approval rates will vary across markets, as will ultimate distribution – various geos and groups will receive it later than others.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Hazardous freight is the most likely to get “rolled” at the dock. On the one hand, we should celebrate the fact that the aggregate industry moved 38% more freight in 2021 when compared to 2019. Ask the group to consider: Invest in Market Sensing. Only 29% of companies have active supplier development groups.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

by John Lash , Group Vice President, Product Marketing, E2open. The tight capacity and shipping downtime can increase rates and severely disrupt freight flow for months. It drives up the cost of raw materials, manufacturing, transportation, duties, and tariffs, and ultimately increases the prices paid by consumers.

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