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Supply Chain Disruptions Are New Opportunities – LogiSYM October/November 2020

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Crisis Response – At the outset of the crisis, it’s easier to visualise a horizontal and linear supply chain with the 4 flows disrupted and adversely affecting the Core Supply Chain Functions, of Planning, Sourcing, Production, Distribution, last mile Deliveries and returns management or reverse logistics. Diversification.

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Scandinavian Tobacco Group Goes Live with Ivalua’s Platform to Accelerate Procurement Digital Transformation

ivalua

The project, which was delivered in partnership with Efficio, the leading strategic procurement and supply chain consultancy firm, was focused on STG’s strategic sourcing process as the first stage of a longer term digital transformation. STG is a world leading manufacturer of cigars and traditional pipe tobacco with approx.

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New UPS Fees Come in Response to More Demand

Intelligent Audit

In response to the continued demand for more, it comes as no surprise that new UPS fees are taking effect. Shippers need to understand these fees, also available in full detail here , and how they emphasize the value of a single source of truth for shipping data. What Are the New UPS Fees?

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5t New UPS Fees Come in Response to More Demand

Intelligent Audit

In response to the continued demand for more, it comes as no surprise that new UPS fees are taking effect. Shippers need to understand these fees, also available in full detail here , and how they emphasize the value of a single source of truth for shipping data. . What Are the New UPS Fees?

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The Key Coffee Industry Trends For 2021 & Beyond

Unleashed

The New Zealand coffee market. New Zealand, like Australia, is another nation of coffee drinkers – indeed, average coffee consumption per capita in NZ is higher than both Australia and the UK. Sources used in our figures above: IBIS World, Statista, Mordor Intelligence. Source: Statista.

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Supply Chain Risk Management in 2021 and Beyond

Unleashed

Because many businesses operate under single-sourcing strategies they were unprepared for the shutdown of primary suppliers. This single-source approach meant they faced supply disruption, inventory stockouts and lost sales when the pandemic hit. The Pros and Cons: International and Domestic Sourcing. Identify the risk.

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FedEx Reveals First Look at 2022 Peak Season Surcharges & UPS Updates APAC Peak Season

Intelligent Audit

Shipments From Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, or Taiwan to the U.S. UPS Worldwide Express Freight® and UPS Worldwide Express Freight® Midday will decrease by $0.34 per pound from Aug. 14, 2022, until further notice. .