The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
He is also the founder of the MIT FreightLab – a research initiative that focuses on improving the way freight transportation is designed, procured, and managed. Outside of MIT, Dr. Caplice is the Chief Scientist for DAT Freight and Analytics. He received a Ph.D. Chris was named the Silver Family Research Fellow in 2016.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Some companies expect to cut ocean-freight rates by half or more, which in turn could allow retailers to slow or stop price increases for goods. 9, according to Xeneta, a Norway-based transportation data firm, reflecting lower freight demand as retailers cut orders and consumer spending continues to decline.
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Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 21, 2023
Metropolitan Bostonians take a lot of pride in the marathon as a major part of Patriots Day celebrations across Massachusetts. With increased emphasis on sustainability, I am often asked about sustainability “levers” that can be pulled in warehousing and fulfillment. Spectators line the sides of the 26.2
SCM Research
NOVEMBER 1, 2012
First, they are self-reinforcing in that logistics clusters use the high volumes of freight they generate to capture economies of scope and scale and reduce costs while improving service quality. Finally, these entities are building considerable expertise in environmental sustainability.
MIT Supply Chain
OCTOBER 24, 2013
In addition, “there is a strong push in Europe to build logistics parks for sustainability reasons,” notes Sheffi. Logistics clusters are uniquely positioned to become centers of excellence for environmentally sustainable supply chains, since they are focal points for freight traffic.
Intelligent Audit
OCTOBER 10, 2022
As freight rates continue to fall, shippers will likely continue to leverage blank sailings to balance operational costs against volatile fuel prices. DHL, a leading global shipping and logistics provider, is investing further in an existing partnership with Massachusetts-based Locus Robotics. Ikea, Unilever, A.P.
Supply Chain Opz
NOVEMBER 9, 2014
To improve operational efficiency successfully and in a sustainable way, people across the entire business need to have a shared understanding of the supply chain goals and also what their individual roles are in achieving them. Expectation alignment and management will help both the suppliers and you.
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