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A Few Thoughts about Supply Chain Management

Enterra Insights

Bansal explains, “Supply chains are usually vast and complicated networks. If one part of this network is exposed to risk, all other parts become vulnerable to disruption. He writes, “Supply chains are ever-evolving which requires constant optimization and attention. Collaborative networks. ” 2. .

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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Very positively, these topics have not only been discussed at COP26 but multiple initiatives were launched with some of them having the potential to significantly contribute to decarbonizing the global supply chain network. The third Z – Zero emission technology: First Movers Coalition.

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A Case Study in Closed-Loop Operational Management

Talking Logistics

When you look at the potential benefits in inventory savings, freight savings, and on-time fulfillment improvements, it’s not that difficult to build the business case. A101 is a discount retailer that sells high-quality, cost-effective food and consumables throughout Turkey. So, what’s been the problem? So, what’s changed today?

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How Europe is Coping with Supply Chain Disruption

Jaggaer

Can the complex global supply network survive the COVID-19 pandemic? Yet with the autobahns, motorways and highways largely free of traffic apart from freight, goods are generally getting through and we are yet to see long-term shortages of food and other essential items. Adapting to the present and future challenges of COVID-19.

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New download: SCM Map Europe 2014-2015

Supply Chain Movement

Slight shift in European networks. In terms of distribution network optimisation, the same considerations apply as a few years ago. However, the main growth in freight flows lies on the periphery of Europe and the Middle East is also continuing to develop, both for domestic supply and for distribution to Africa.

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Leonardo da Vinci and Supply Chain Management

Enterra Insights

What are the best ways to move freight? Thousands of SKUs, hundreds of transportation lanes and countless business partners must be managed in tandem to optimize business performance and serve the end-customer. Ideally, you’ll want to use dynamic tools that help you leverage your resources, but also expand your network when needed.”

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This Week in Logistics News (October 23-27, 2017)

Talking Logistics

Latest Use for a Bitcoin Technology: Tracing Turkeys From Farm to Table (WSJ sub. Reaching that critical mass will be a challenge, but it’s a challenge worth pursuing if you believe in the power of networks and communities. Wal-Mart’s new robots scan shelves to restock items faster (Reuters). UPS announces U.S.