The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Focused on logistics, manufacturing, and distribution channel strategies, Jonathon helps organizations make confident decisions for bold growth. Jonathon is not only a strategist but also a dynamic facilitator, conducting nationwide workshops on employee engagement, customer loyalty, leadership development, and growth metrics.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

To maintain efficiency, supply chain leaders need to understand a few things about how peak freight preparedness always goes back to leveraging shipping data and creating new value through performance management. Pfizer is planning to continue reviewing data for several more weeks prior to beginning mass manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Hello and welcome back to another episode of “The Freight Project Podcast!” On today’s The Freight Project Podcast episode Cerasis welcomes Teresa Obinger, the Cerasis Human Resources Manager. We hope you enjoy “The Freight Project Podcast.” We hope you enjoy this episode of The Freight project podcast!

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 8, 2014

Interview for Metrics That Matter. My kitchen table is piled high with interviews for the upcoming book, Metrics That Matter. He is responsible for manufacturing, procurement, supply chain planning, logistics, quality, social responsibility and final product engineering. How do you define the metrics that matter?

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Total Cost to Serve – Cost Determination Approach Procurement Training Course #6: How to Choose and Select the Right Digital Procurement Technology The course is designed to provide valuable insights to individuals interested in learning about sourcing, selecting, and evaluating digital procurement solutions.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

For instance, goods move from the customer to the distributor or to the manufacturer. When a manufacturer’s product normally moves through the supply chain network, it is to reach the distributor or customer. How to Optimize Your Return Logistics Through Integration. In turn, those costs may then fall to the manufacturer.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2017

Instead of trying to gain visibility by tracking every detail involving inbound logistics on your own, the biggest roadblocks to effective inbound logistics management boil down to five reasons, and you need to understand what they are and how to stop them. In other words, the term, “metrics,” can be deceiving.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2015

Editor's Note: As a third party logistics company with a focus on better Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight management, we have several shippers who are in the manufacturing industry. We relay on guest bloggers and the expertise of others for manufacturing best practices. His 5 golden metrics center on performance management.

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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. How to Have a Conversation with Your Direct Report to Improve Accountability – LogiSYM January/February 2018.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics? When a manufacturer’s product normally moves through the supply chain network, it is to reach the distributor or customer.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Posted by Abhay Dhall, Associate Consultant (Manufacturing Vertical), Infosys Limited In my previous blog , I spoke about the need for companies to create a value stream map for their processes in order measure, control & improve their processes. A simple metric to start with would be to determine the On-time delivery to commit.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Certified Supply Chain Professional : Learn how to develop streamlined supply chain operations. And don’t be afraid to ask their advice on how to start out in the industry. They will accept or reject products, recording the reasons for the decision and making suggestions on how to streamline the process. Marketing Yourself.

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ShipBob

APRIL 26, 2023

It involves all the activities related to the sourcing and transportation of raw materials needed in the manufacturing process. Meanwhile, the downstream supply chain involves activities post the manufacturing process, which would mean getting the finished goods to the end consumer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

But how to do this was very ambiguous. Mars Wrigley chose Transplace, now UBER Freight, for North America and a partnership with Maersk/E2Open for ocean freight. Initially, Mr. Beery found the technology intriguing, but he was not sure how to leverage their solution. One of those companies was Aera Technology.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. Omnichannel Supply Chain Metrics: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Measure? These will only contain posts written in 2017.

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Which metrics are most important? How are they calculated? How do you align your supply chain at every level? Everyone would agree that the big buckets of metrics are Service, Revenue, Inventory (Cash), and Cost, which support your company’s strategic goals. They spend too much on freight or inventory carrying cost.

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Supply Chain Cowboy

MARCH 1, 2015

But is your scorecard missing key metrics? It includes a free Excel template that you can modify to match exactly what metrics you want to measure. While some of these metrics might not apply to your business model, there’s definitely a few to add if they measure something important to you and your customers. Communication.

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Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

When we refer to the ‘supply chain’, we’re referring to the network of suppliers, manufacturers, producers, shipping companies and more who, when combined, produce, ship and sell products and services to end-users. A lean business looking to build efficiencies would do well to try and improve this metric. Freight bill accuracy.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system. Supply Chain News.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Suppliers and Manufacturers: Suppliers and manufacturers are the entities that produce or provide the goods needed by the shippers. They optimize routes, consolidate shipments, manage freight rates, track shipments, and ensure timely and secure delivery.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Yet, all metrics and scorecards are not equal, and you need to know what metrics should be included in your carrier scorecard. Our last post covered the Top 5 Supply Chain blogs of 2016.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 2, 2015

Lean and green are not only trendy topics, but they also make good business sense, especially for manufacturers. However, since both concepts have been saddled with a lot of hype, manufacturers have tended to shy away from pursuing these goals. Get Lean the Easy Way. Recycle more than scrap metal, printer paper and soda cans.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 2, 2015

Lean and green are not only trendy topics, but they also make good business sense, especially for manufacturers. However, since both concepts have been saddled with a lot of hype, manufacturers have tended to shy away from pursuing these goals. Get Lean the Easy Way. Recycle more than scrap metal, printer paper and soda cans.

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Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Logistics data refers to the metrics used to track, measure, and benchmark parts of your supply chain’s performance. With an effective data program, you can measure your past execution and use predictive analytics in the logistics industry to make the best decisions about your freight. What is Logistics Data?

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American Global Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

But businesses are learning how to manage external disruptions and manage internal ones more effectively. We had a hangover from the pandemic: Which led to continued inventory shortages, closures of manufacturing plants in China, congested ports, and underemployment. 5 The modal shift to air freight from ocean freight.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

In this Part 2 blog post, we will continue to explore how automotive manufacturers are carrying out effective supply chain initiatives and their innovative solutions. Salim: Our automotive customers are increasingly looking at how to counter inflation but at the same time how to enable supply chain resiliency.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 2, 2020

A carefully calculated reorder point is therefore critical to good stock control, and keeps your key metrics looking healthy for your next inventory report. Let’s talk about how you calculate the reorder point for your products (with some examples) and how you can use it in your business. How to calculate the reorder point.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2018

The comment caught my attention because later that morning I was going to moderate a discussion with Dan Dershem , General Partner at Supply Chain Ventures, about emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence and machine learning, autonomous trucks, and digital freight. Digital Freight. Blockchain.

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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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Freight Plus

JULY 17, 2020

Andrew started in footwear manufacturing and fell in love with operations management. He then decided he wanted a career change and moved to pharmaceutical manufacturing in Australia. There was a huge impact on the global supply chain as far as air freight goes. Tell us a bit about yourself and where you started.

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Freight Plus

JULY 17, 2020

Andrew started in footwear manufacturing and fell in love with operations management. He then decided he wanted a career change and moved to pharmaceutical manufacturing in Australia. There was a huge impact on the global supply chain as far as air freight goes. Tell us a bit about yourself and where you started.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 20, 2020

An effective supply chain strategy that controls costs is crucial because margins for ingredient manufacturers are typically thin. If you are unsure how to uncover the inefficiencies in your operation, a technologically-enabled logistics partner can help. How Food Ingredient Shippers Can Make Logistics Improvements .

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

How to Choose a 3PL for Your Ecommerce Business. Discover how to find the best mutual fit for your business. trillion and $2 trillion in manufacturing and supply chain planning. In fact, t he first robotics invented were used in manufacturing with the first robotics patented in 1954 and granted in 1961.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In today’s world, shippers often use a combination of carriers, last-mile deliverers, freight brokers, and third-party or private fleets. To achieve freight optimization , shippers need a better understanding of the best carriers for each shipment, the optimal modes, services, and ship-from locations.

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SupplyPike

APRIL 10, 2020

Learn how to: Keep your logistics on time and prepared Maintain your replenishment goals Properly forecast and redefine your demand plan Use technology to help. You should also prioritize the products you need to manufacture and replenish. Many suppliers are seeing the COVID-19 pandemic as a “black swan” event. Utilizing technology.

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Elementum

JUNE 30, 2022

Business leaders need to know what’s on the horizon and how to prepare their organizations. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. This could indicate manufactures are expecting to reduce production and are, therefore, ordering fewer raw materials. High unemployment.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2016

In modern manufacturing and transportation, savings are everything. However, if you know what critical freight management KPIs or key performance indicators to track, you can know exactly how to change processes to decrease costs, which will result in savings for the end user. Federal Power Over Freight Management KPIs.

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