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Molex Prizes Agility

Logistics Viewpoints

Mr. Eberle is the vice president of logistics and distribution operations at Molex. The 2010 Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruptions in Iceland, for example, caused enormous disruption to air shipments across Western Europe. Mr. van den Eijnden is the director of global logistics operations planning and systems at Molex.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 28 – September 1, 2017)

Talking Logistics

August is usually a quiet month for supply chain and logistics news, but not this year, especially the past couple of weeks. LevaData to Transform Strategic Sourcing for Global Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders. Iceland Gets On-Demand Drone Deliveries (BloombergTechnology). Transplace Selects New Equity Partner TPG Capital.

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Resilience and Agility in Supply Chains: Navigating Change in a Dynamic World

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The scarcity of skilled professionals in areas such as logistics, procurement, and data analytics can hinder the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains. Supply chains navigated logistical challenges, sourcing components, and assembling products efficiently. Another notable example is the technology sector.

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Supply Chain Movement 19 – Software & Leaders

Supply Chain Movement

Those are the words of Patrick Van De Vyver, EMEA Logistics Operations Manager at 3M. 46 | Tools & Technology. • Better forecasts and implementation best practices. • Apps for more efficient procurement procedures. “It’s remarkable that there aren’t many more companies consolidating their transport operations.

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New: Global Trade Map 2016

Supply Chain Movement

Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs) are designed to boost economic growth through trade by opening markets by way of progressive removal of customs duties, eliminating or reducing trade barriers and tariffs, lifting restrictions on services and even through public procurement. Guadeloupe. Guinea-bissau.