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Navigating Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Strategies for Resilience

SCMDOJO

Another reason to map your supply chain is so you can comply with the legislation that is required from all the countries that your inventory is moving to and from. Inventory buffers While some businesses cannot afford to have an abundant supply of inventory, it’s common for major retailers to have more supply than is necessary.

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Global Supply Chain Recovery Dependent On A Vaccine

Supply Chain Shaman

The global economy rebound from COVID-19 hinges on the discovery and manufacture of an effective vaccine. The companies are just not good at managing inventories and orchestrating distribution strategies. The global supply chain recovery depends on a vaccine, but I expect the distribution cycle to be longer than the discovery phase.

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2013 Third-Party Logistics Study

Supply Chain Movement

The success of the third-party logistics industry is evident in the generally high marks given to 3PLs by respondents to a survey as part of the 2013 17th Annual Third Party Logistics Study, which identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains.

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How Cold Chain Logistic Providers Build Trust with Traceability

Logistics Viewpoints

The global cold chain market is rapidly growing, primarily driven by an evolving shift in consumer habits and the changing perceptions of frozen food. Understanding the growth of the global cold chain market starts in Asia, where e-commerce sales are fast increasing as a result of growing economies and populations gaining wealth.

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Supply Chain Software’s Best Return on Investment

Logistics Viewpoints

I recently talked to a former executive at a global automotive manufacturer. However, in this case, the global spare parts network was huge: over 1,700 suppliers, 19 DCs, a vast cross dock network, and over 16,000 dealers and independent repair shops. This company had undergone a network design project in 2018 with Solvoyo.

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The Essential Role of 3PL in Modern Supply Chains: Unlocking Success with ModusLink

ModusLink Corporation

3PL in Modern Supply Chains Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving global business landscape, supply chain management has become more complex than ever. To address these challenges, many organizations are turning to Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers.

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Top 5 Logistics Challenges and Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry

GlobalTranz

The manufacturing industry faces many challenges, such as a skilled labor shortage, supply chain instability, and inventory management issues. GlobalTranz works with manufacturing shippers every day to move their goods and streamline their logistics strategies. Supply Chain Management and Maintaining Inventory.