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Carbon Mitigation Actions; For The Planet, And for the Pocket

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Geo thermal Power Station in Iceland. Our fossil fuel-driven logistics systems have been working the earth hard, and there is just as much need for actions to mitigate the wear and tear that is being done and to ensure our home planet can continue to sustain us. M achines are built to last ! Planet earth is similar.

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No, AI has not killed supply chain management

Supply Chain Movement

But the next time might be an earthquake in Japan, an economic downturn due to a financial crisis, a volcano in Iceland, new trade tariff wars, or even a major global waterway closure. Contributing to this spike is the growing interest of consumers, professionals and investors in sustainability and the circular economy.

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3 Ways to Get the Supply Chain Ready for Disaster

RFgen

Hurricane Harvey has caused incredible damage in Houston and the surrounding area as heavy, sustained rainfall has led to flooding. This type of disaster can be incredibly damaging to a business by limiting its ability to sustain its supply chain. Digitize the Supply Chain.

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3 Ways to Get the Supply Chain Ready for Disaster

RFgen

Hurricane Harvey has caused incredible damage in Houston and the surrounding area as heavy, sustained rainfall has led to flooding. This type of disaster can be incredibly damaging to a business by limiting its ability to sustain its supply chain. Digitize the Supply Chain.

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How To Make Your Ecommerce Eco-Friendly

ShipBob

Freight movement is the fastest-growing source of greenhouse gas emissions with last-mile freight a major contributor to local air pollution. Brands that sell online can provide their customers with more sustainable and eco-friendly products, while evaluating and reducing their carbon footprint of doing business.

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Mindmap for Global Logistics Integration

Supply Chain Movement

In a world with an increasing number of political disturbances and mounting pressure to create sustainability, companies in a global market have to design their logistics strategy to meet demand in a cost efficient, optimal way: Plan. Guadeloupe. Guinea-bissau. Heard Island and Mcdonald Islands. Holy See (Vatican City State). Isle of Man.