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This Week in Logistics News (February 12 – 18)

Logistics Viewpoints

It also means that they’re more flexible, as the “platoons” won’t need to meet a certain amount of cargo before they can start moving. The infections come after 29,000 turkeys were destroyed in Indiana once officials detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, last week in Dubois County.

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CSR Initiatives in the Global Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The overarching rule that all actions taken are meant to meet the needs of the present society without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs, is a key driver. CEVA was responsible for delivering hundreds of parts to the GM Kokomo, Indiana, facility, in the U.S., pandemic response.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

The hub, to be located west of Plainfield in Clayton, is part of Apple’s plans to expand its distribution network and accelerate delivery times for US customers in Indiana and across the country. The distribution hub will be operated by XPO Logistics Supply Chain, which has already started hiring.

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The Appointment of Hershey’s First CTO

Supply Chain Matters

According to the announcement , Bhatia will lead the company’s global technology strategy, architecting and deploying digital capabilities that are innovative, flexible and prepared to meet the changing needs of Hershey’s consumers, retail partners and employees.

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Concurrent Planning

Operations and Supply Chain Management

4 Monitor performance metrics: To ensure that their supply chain meets its targets, companies should track and monitor real-time performance metrics such as on-time delivery, inventory levels and production efficiency. Companies should leverage these capabilities to identify trends, forecast demand and optimize supply chain performance.

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Countdown to Black Friday: Are You an Easy Target for Cargo Theft?

Talking Logistics

You can also do a quick Google Earth search to see what those yards look like and to help determine if they meet your expectations and standards. He is a graduate of the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Is the drop yard gated? Is it a spared space? Leverage relationships with your third party logistics provider (3PL).

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PepsiCo’s Massive, Complex, and Difficult Greenhouse Gas Initiative

Logistics Viewpoints

PepsiCo usually relies on short-term supplier contracts to meet their evolving commodity needs. The long-term agreement will initially enroll corn, soy and wheat farmers across Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Nebraska, with the opportunity for future expansion. The new contract with ADM is a 7.5-year