The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Singapore 12th August 2021: Recognising the heightened focus on overall supply chain performance due to increased disruption and challenges, shippers, manufacturers and beneficial cargo owners (BCO’s), are increasingly faced with soaring freights rates and what they, correctly or otherwise, perceive to be sub-standard or inferior service.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2022

Here is a look at some more key findings from the survey completed with Transporeon , as well as my interview with Transporeon CEO Stephan Sieber. As part of this research, we surveyed 106 individuals across a variety of industries and countries. The Network Effect, Sustainability, and Automation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 18, 2021

In an earlier issue of LogiSys I summarised the results of a survey that Kuehne Logistics University’s new Center for Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chains and the European Freight and Logistics Leaders Forum (F&L) conducted enquiring about European-based companies’ efforts to decarbonise their logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

million shoppers hit the stores and the internet to capitalize on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation. The top gifts were clothes and accessories, which about half of those surveyed purchased, and toys, which nearly a third of people surveyed bought.

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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

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The law firm Crowell & Moring recently released a survey-based report that looked at how companies are navigating pressures to improve their environmental performance. The company surveyed 225 executives whose jobs included environmental, social, and governance issues.

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Sustainability is an often-discussed concept that can be a reliable source of differentiation for CPG manufacturers. And sustainability has become a standout issue for many US consumers. And sustainability has become a standout issue for many US consumers. Finding Freight Consolidation Opportunities.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 13, 2021

Robinson experts provided in-depth analysis of current supply and demand trends, our updated forecast, and the impact of global import volumes on North American freight transportation. Is the shortfall in drivers going to advance the push to self-driving, long-haul freight operations? webinar, C.H.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Early Adopters Making Gains A Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation survey which looked at effects of drone delivery on healthcare showed that Ghana was able to decrease stockouts of vaccines in general by 60%. Ironically, it is developing nations that are at the forefront of efficient and sustainable healthcare UAV delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

Freight rates have plummeted, brokerages are struggling, and the industry is still bloated with excess inventory. With the right data you can reduce your overall transportation costs, both accessorial costs and overall freight spend. Closer to home for supply chain professionals, driver shortages continue to plague the industry.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 8, 2021

This careful examination and actions to mitigate the risks and to support sustainable business growth. An effective analysis of talent gaps aids in sustainable, strategic talent mapping for short-term and long-term needs. • The survey concluded that these skill gaps were prevalent in both developed and developing countries.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Imbalances in ocean transport, port congestion and equipment shortages, with surging freight rates became the new normal. An attendee poll taken at a conference of The European Freight and Logistics Forum hints at some cultural challenges. Interoperability is the key to circularity-based sustainability. Some food for thought.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

Transportation has followed the same evolutionary pattern, moving upstream from day-to-day freight transactions to an integral component of top-level corporate planning and procurement strategy. Going forward, it is vital that shippers analyze their freight spend and if required renegotiate their rates regularly to remain competitive.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 3, 2019

The Green Supply Chain: True Sustainability or Just One Big Marketing Stunt? Sustainability. Unfortunately, sustainability and sustainable development are beginning to turn from green to grey, considering its ever-increasingly washed-out idealistic applications in business and society at large. Subscribe Here!

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ivalua

APRIL 22, 2021

Factors such as longer supply chains and reliance on long-distance shipping and freight operations can create big problems when disruptions, such as the Coronavirus pandemic, come about. . In fact, 199 out of 200 procurement leaders surveyed say their company has planned or implemented improvements to their supplier data and intelligence. .

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

By employing proper freight accounting , through freight payment, auditing, and consolidation services, within a TMS solution, a shipper can go from paying $11 per freight invoice, all the way down to only 5 to 10% of the $11, according to Inbound Logistics magazine. Manufacturing manufacturing tips'

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. The air cargo industry has seen softer market rates due to increased capacity and shippers flocking back to ocean freight services. billion.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 13, 2021

According to IDC’s 2020 Supply Chain Survey – 72.8% The results of the survey showed that the pandemic has expedited digital transformations and created a surge in automation investment. Green Corridor: Pace and Resolve Needed to Help Reach Sustainability Goals. Support remote workforces (75%).

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 2, 2021

And a great way to gain the favor of consumers is through sustainability and green logistics practices. As CPG brands aim to be more customer-focused, integrating corporate sustainability measures is crucial to gain a competitive advantage. Utilizing Freight Consolidation . times faster than those that were not.

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BlueYonder

MAY 2, 2022

In addition, recent EY surveys show that the market is pressing companies and supply chains to move faster than ever before. This transformation agenda that we are working on with EY clients to balance sustainability, resilience and agility with cost and speed in mind.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

session on sustainability - did you know that 25% of fashion returns end up in landfields? ” Indeed, handling/reusing returned products is increasing as noted in the Reverse Logistics Association’s (RLA) recent survey. Speaking of landfields, interesting tidbit I learned last week while moderating a Post & Parcel Live!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

They immediately knew where they needed to take action, such as rerouting freight or adding new cross-docking facilities. An attendee poll at a recent conference of The European Freight and Logistics Forum hints at some cultural challenges. But technology also failed us. Algorithms are rarely trained on extreme volatility.

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MIT Supply Chain

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Velázquez Martínez and Ken Cottrill As Amazon’s recently launched Climate Pledge Friendly program underlines, giving consumers opportunities to make green purchases can differentiate a brand and burnish its reputation as a sustainable retailer. The research also included about 1,000 customer surveys. including Amazon?—?do Dr. Josué C.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The implications of damaged shipments are overwhelming: In a survey conducted by Dropoff, an overwhelming 79% of US consumers indicated that they would not purchase from the same company after receiving a damaged item. It also allowed them to address incidents when they arose, enabling sustained improveme nts to their supply chain.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The implications of damaged shipments are overwhelming: In a survey conducted by Dropoff, an overwhelming 79% of US consumers indicated that they would not purchase from the same company after receiving a damaged item. It also allowed them to address incidents when they arose, enabling sustained improveme nts to their supply chain.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Best practices in halal risk management There is an urgent need to professionalise halal risk management by brand owners, to create a more sustainable halal management system contributing to building corporate reputation capital and at the same time protecting its sales and licence to operate in key Muslim markets.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 10, 2021

This will require careful consideration of the quantifiable cost of freight and customs duties, but also the more nuanced impacts of reactivity, agility and working capital that require a supply chain manager’s participation. . The Supply Chain Spotlight. Supply Chain Opportunities.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 23, 2022

Adding more suppliers is always a smart move, but vetting these suppliers in terms of work, labor, and sustainable practices is important. Furthermore, only 17% of surveyed respondents indicated they use more advanced forecasting techniques such as real-time machine learning-powered models.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

We attended a presentation together by a start-up that offers a digital freight-forwarding platform, and afterwards I asked her what she thought of the solution. The model visualizes the various trends as well as different innovation drivers such as transparency, visibility, personalization, sustainability, convenience and experience.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Today’s innovative, intelligent technology solutions are also helping the global logistics industry address one of its biggest challenges: Maximizing sustainability and minimizing environmental impacts. Increasingly, companies see advanced technology as a means to measure and improve sustainability.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2023

Further indicated was that a “ survey-record shortening in suppliers’ delivery times boosted the supply of critical raw materials and components, thereby supporting greater production levels.” A Bloomberg survey of economists were anticipating a consensus value of 47.5, Manufacturing output volumes reportedly grew marginally in March.

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Ware2Go

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Prioritizing logistics strategy in early phases of business development can position your business for rapid and sustainable growth. Our 2021 consumer survey showed that 69% of consumers more likely to click on an ad that mentions fast and free shipping. Logistics Best Practice #3: Find a Flexible and Scalable Solution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

Examples of third-party data would include weather forecasts, sustainability ratings, or D&Bs on a company’s financial viability. Those components get trucked by the Vietnamese Railways, loaded, and then transported to the Haiphong port, where a freight forwarder ensures the container is loaded on an Ocean carrier.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

Logistics providers have discovered that sustainability in the supply chain delivers a good ROI. For a long time now, corporations and their supply chains have been required to prove that they are acting in a sustainable, environmentally-friendly way. Consumers won’t trade quality and performance for sustainability.”.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 7, 2021

A survey by Gartner confirms the context. The survey found that over 75% of supply chain management had concerns with the governance of digitization. With the advent of 2021, AI unveils new avenues for revolutionizing SCM across automation, planning, logistics, inventory, fleet & freight. Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Jason Mathers discussed the 5 Principles of Greener Freight, and provided real-world examples of those principles in action (read the Ocean Spray , Caterpillar , and Boise case studies, and also watch my conversation with Jason from earlier this year on Talking Logistics).

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