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Red Sea Ocean Transport Shipping Disruption Update

Supply Chain Matters

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides our readers with a further update on the ongoing Red Sea shipping disruption including added context and implications. Background Just before the Christmas 2023 holiday, Supply Chain Matters alerted our readers to rather troubling signs for another global-wide shipping disruption.

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Blockchain and Reverse Logistics: Recapturing Costs and More

GlobalTranz

Using a combined blockchain and reverse logistics strategy can help alleviate these costs, and supply chain executives need to understand a few things about it Reverse Logistics Carry High Risk in Supply Chain Management Risk within reverse logistics is higher than that and forward logistics.

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Case Study: People and Processes Drive Supply Chain Improvements at Honeywell

TMC

Shipping guidelines and lead time: One of the first priorities was to synchronize our logistics team to a more efficient shipping process that included new lead time rules for initial booking requests and arranging transportation. Adherence to these guidelines resulted in reductions in same-day shipping and detention costs.

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Case Study: People and Processes Drive Supply Chain Improvements at Honeywell

TMC

Shipping guidelines and lead time: One of the first priorities was to synchronize our logistics team to a more efficient shipping process that included new lead time rules for initial booking requests and arranging transportation. Adherence to these guidelines resulted in reductions in same-day shipping and detention costs.

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Why a network model makes sense for today’s automotive suppliers

The Network Effect

Focused on outcomes, a competitive supply chain capability not only assures the on-time delivery of component material, but also the execution of inbound supply to ensure the shipment of quality finished goods at a competitive price while delivering on-target margins for the manufacturers.

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Case Study: People and Processes Drive Supply Chain Improvements at Honeywell

TMC

Shipping guidelines and lead time: One of the first priorities was to synchronize our logistics team to a more efficient shipping process that included new lead time rules for initial booking requests and arranging transportation. Adherence to these guidelines resulted in reductions in same-day shipping and detention costs.

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How To Overcome The Current Supply Chain Disruptions As A Manufacturer

Precoro

Monitor supply chain risks and develop contingency plans The first step is to monitor disruptive threats and map out risks; it may be possible to adjust for and prevent artificial risks. Organize staff training and provide written guidelines to ensure professional and timely response of everyone involved in case of a disruption.