The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Restructuring Global Value Chains & Tariff Reduction – A Continuous Evolution for Supply Chains. Feature Article by Dr. Raymon Krishnan – President at the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Society. The trade war is now part of the “new normal,” and this has created a global ripple effect.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

The Green Corridor – Logistics’ Role In Preventing The Next Pandemic. What does the transportation industry have to do with a global pandemic? Instead, I am referring to the often overlooked — yet very important — role transportation companies can play in preventing global pandemics. by Tim Foote, Founder of Susymbio.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

The staff at the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) note, however, that the logistics industry plays an “out-sized — and often underappreciated — role … within the greater transportation ecosystem.”[1] By 1956, the first container ship sailed from the port of New Jersey to Texas.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

In a recent report, IEA indicated that global battery and mineral supply chains need to expand ten-fold to meet projected critical minerals needs by 2030. The report concludes the industry needs to build 50 more lithium mines, 60 more nickel mines and 17 more cobalt mines by 2030 to meet global net carbon emissions goals.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Media sources are filled with prognostication. And Logistics Viewpoints has a history of its own supply chain predictions for the year ahead. This volatility has increased public and corporate attention and appreciation for supply chain and logistics. This is surely a positive for the field.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides highlights of the realities of higher number of vessels among global ocean container shipping lines meeting contracting shipping demand levels that are now leading to headcount and schedule reductions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Logistics Procurement – Performance Management by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Shortly after the outset of COVID, in early 2020, supply chains have been disrupted across the globe. Logistics Managers need to address other elements namely: How do we measure ocean freight spending against market levels?

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EC Sourcing Group

APRIL 27, 2021

5 Benefits of Global Sourcing in Supply Chain Management. When the topic of global sourcing comes up, procurement managers often balk at global sourcing in supply chain management because they worry they will have to sacrifice quality or delivery when using global suppliers. it most certainly is.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Empty shipping containers stack up at US port depots. Spices and condiments are equally affected by the tumultuous global economy as any other product. There has been a lot written about the need for shipping containers. The Czinger 21C costs $1.7 That’s all for this week.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides readers a further installment in our global supply chain assessment series in providing highlights on reported March 2024, and Q1-2024 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Manufacturing Output Levels Strengthen Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2021 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. It was good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors. So let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

FourKites , the global leader in real-time supply chain visibility, has launched a Sustainability Dashboard where companies can see miles traveled to create a baseline for emissions. Companies can accurately calculate shipping level emissions and compare them across specific time intervals.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 14, 2023

With over 15 years of experience in ecommerce, subscription services, fulfillment, and global brand management, Paul, and his team at Bulu identified an opportunity to help small and medium-sized businesses grow their brands. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Global Trade Authority Rob Garrison, CEO and Co-Founder of Mercado Labs, shares insights from over 30 years of supply chain experience working with a variety of Fortune 500 companies. Here, he explains what caused current global supply chain disruptions, and shares the five steps needed to overcome today’s supply chain issues.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 11, 2021

The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past. Shippers should consider the following as indicators for when to add an outsourced managed logistics transportation services provider. This can be a confounding issue.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

When you can barely see beyond the bow of the ship, when extreme wind and waves threaten to throw you off course – or worse, sink you – it’s understandable that long-term thinking can get chucked overboard like so much extra ballast. It’s an apt metaphor for ocean shipping these past many months. Empty grocery store shelves.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Theme 1: Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic. The only bright note is that shipping costs will be a fraction of what they were over the last several years.

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Freightos

JUNE 6, 2023

This was terrible news for a company now on the hook to ship to kids who were suddenly cooped up and hankering for a fort. Listen to the full podcast interview here ) Source: Fort Of course, this stark reality was faced by many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) during the peak of the pandemic. to 0.85 (Source: ShipBob ).

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Putting the Planet First: Bringing Sustainability To The Last-Mile With Logistics Technology. Sales in the e-commerce sector globally, grew to $4.9 In 2021, global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels, of which emissions from transportation by end-use sectors make up 37% on average, stood at 10.7 trillion in 2021, up from $4.2

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said it was essential to prevent Tokyo, where the highly infectious Delta COVID-19 variant was spreading, from becoming the source of another wave of infections. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Container shipping prices skyrocket. Amazon plans to build delivery robot tech in Finland.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 5, 2020

The repercussions for global trade, and shipping in particular, have also been significant. Shipping Impact from COVID-19. Shipping by sea to either the U.S. As worries about the virus continue to grow, and as it spreads beyond Asia, it’s likely the global trade will be impacted even further. Looking Forward.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 15, 2021

2021 was a difficult year in global logistics due to ongoing volatility. As we approach another potentially volatile year, I wanted to provide key strategies for global shippers to consider. This is important because ocean shipping is only one piece of the equation. Look to global trade opportunities.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares samples of individual prediction snapshots that will be included in our Annual 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory publishing later this month. World economic growth was forecasted to slow from 3.5

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Supply Chain Matters highlights an added admission, this time from a shipping industry senior executive, indicating that the period of windfall profits among global shipping players is coming to an end. . However, what remains are the implications of what has occurred since the start of the global pandemic.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 25, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group shares a Part Two commentary addressing our mid-year assessment of previously published 2022 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains published at the beginning of 2022. Restoring More Direct Control in Materials Sourcing. Geo-Political and Hybrid Government Policy Dimensions.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 15, 2019

It’s easy to oversimplify the differences between sourcing for parts locally or internationally. When considering where to purchase from, the prevailing idea seems to be that domestic sourcing allows for better control and shorter lead time, but international sourcing is more cost-effective. International Sourcing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Anytime you have a chance to talk to an executive vice president in charge of the global supply chain of a nearly $12 billion corporation, you know you will learn some things. Cameron Bailey, EVP of Global Supply Chain at VF Corporation, did not disappoint. In Asia, Vietnam and Bangladesh are more important sourcing locations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2023

It’s good to see these companies recognizing the impact of climate change, and changing their policies, sourcing, and manufacturing practices to reduce emissions. Agriculture, oil and gas operations are major sources of methane emissions. This can cause massive flooding for coastal cities, impacting manufacturing and shipping times.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

Assuming current trends hold, and NAFTA remains largely intact, here are five things to consider when managing cross-border logistics between the United States and Mexico: 1. manufacturer can send an advanced shipping notice (ASN) that will populate into the TMS. Understand the 3-Legged Freight Movements at the Border. Likewise, a U.S.

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ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 27, 2023

Global Fulfillment Innovation Centers on ESG in 2023. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and its growing importance in supply chain management is a top priority for global fulfillment managers. As supply chains become increasingly global and complex, ESG considerations are gaining importance in supply chain management.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Breaking Boundaries: Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Supply Chains Supply chains encompass many interconnected activities, from procurement, production, and inventory management, to logistics and distribution. Figure 2: A technology adoption roadmap for transportation and logistics companies considering generative AI.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights the increasing realities of declining global trade and freight rates that are occurring in the first-half of 2023. Background Global wide transportation and logistics costs increased at unprecedented rates during 2021 and 2022. percent decline in global trade.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Historically most companies have relied on third party companies to handle most every aspect of their logistics. Supply Chain continuity of supply issues persist and this includes constraints and delays related to logistics capacity and delivery integrity. Coca-Cola is the latest company to take logistics matters into their own hands.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The outlook predicts that in the next 30 years, the global economy will likely grow by 111%, but energy demand will likely peak in 2035. Digitizing logistics technology is innovating fast. In one case the fuel and emissions per kilogram shipped was actually halved for a customer! It can be done via EDI, API or via a web portal.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Such meetings are generally hyped as platforms that can bring sweeping global action which makes it very hard for the participants to live up to the expectations. In respect to logistics and transport something remarkable happened at COP26. The first Z – Zero emission road transport: Global MOU for ZE-MHDVs .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Green Corridor: Looking for the Green Lining by Timothy Foote, Director Transportation & Network APAC at Asendia and Founder of Susymbio 2023 is soon enough to end, and the transformation to a clean logistics future moves forward. My 2024 predictions for these modes is that ocean shipping transformation will continue.

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