article thumbnail

Supply Chain Compliance is About to Get a Whole Lot Tougher

Logistics Viewpoints

In January 2023, the Germany Supply Chain Due Diligence Act will come into effect, requiring businesses to monitor supply chains for human rights violations and compliance with environmental standards. The act will apply for companies with a corporate or branch office in Germany or a German workforce of at least 3,000.

article thumbnail

Warehousing, the Rise of IT, Automation, and Now… Robotics

Logistics Bureau

From a simple place to stock goods, warehouses have developed in many ways—function and form included. Affected by changes in production, procurement and distribution methods, warehousing has continually been pushed and pulled in different directions. Where to Do Your Warehousing. Who Will Do Your Warehousing?

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The Counter to Constant Supply Chain Volatility Is Pervasive Visibility and Industry Collaboration

Logistics Viewpoints

The surging Delta virus, devastating floods in China and Germany and cyber attacks on South African ports are amongst the latest in a series of events that continue to send shock waves throughout the system. And what is sitting in the warehouse. The impact? We should know how much product is sitting in the port of origin.

article thumbnail

This Week in Logistics News (April 30 – May 6)

Logistics Viewpoints

Warehouse vacancy rates sink to 27-year low. In early April, employees at an Amazon warehouse on New York’s Staten Island made history by becoming the first Amazon warehouse to vote to join a union (JFK8 fulfillment center). Do other warehouses follow suit and join a union?’ Demand for piece-picking robots gains steam.

article thumbnail

The Supply Chain Response to India’s Second Wave of Covid!

Supply Chain Game Changer

France and Germany also extended their support with the supply of emergency medical equipment. While Germany offered help in setting up mobile oxygen production plant and provided 80 million K95 masks. High capacity oxygen tankers were airlifted from UAE. AWL overcame all transparency issues with its extensive data capabilities.

India 105
article thumbnail

Boosting Efficiency: Top 5 Inventory Optimization Strategies

SCMDOJO

By working closely with suppliers to shorten lead times, businesses can minimize the time inventory sits idle in warehouses. Let’s explore the pros and cons: Pros: Reduced Lead Time: Implementing blanket orders can significantly reduce lead times, allowing for faster procurement and delivery of goods.

article thumbnail

The Ultimate Guide to Contract Logistics: What You Need to Know

SCMDOJO

It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider. Additionally, its strategic location in proximity to Germany, France, and the UK adds to its appeal.