The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The transport and logistics industry has started to engage differently in the annual United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference. Additional three zero (3Zs) emission initiatives were launched at COP26 that will help the transport and logistics industry to contribute its fair share to the decarbonization of economy and society.

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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. . West Coast has now declined to the lowest level in more than two years. Broader Perspectives.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

We will turn over each stone and consider how innovative technology will shape the future of shipping and logistics. So, let us reflect on the peak shipping season trends we saw at the close of 2018 and how those trends will affect the industry now and throughout 2019. This is before costs calculated for overtime.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Since COP26, a series of deep dive webinars have been conducted on how to design policies for ZE-MHDVs. At COP27, ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano advocated for the realization of the ICAO Assembly’s decision to reach net zero emissions from air transport by 2050 as the update of the goal requires supportive government policies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 31, 2022

ZF is a Tier 1 supplier to the automotive industry. When the supplier has produced the goods, they send an advanced ship notice (ASN) to ZF via SupplyOn. Which ship are the components being shipped on. After 14 weeks the ship will arrive, customs clearance and post-carriage will be done and we will get our parts.”

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Supply chain professionals must also know how they will be shipping freight. The answers to these questions lie in understanding a few of the top industrial procurement trends to expect in 2018. Analytics Driven Procurement Will Take Center Stage as the Key Player in all the Industrial Procurement Trends. Download white paper.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

China has recently implemented three key policies that relate to PPE exporting. Policy 5 requires all medical supplies to meet quality standards of the importing countries, this policy also separated out the process for medical-grade and non-medical-use devices. FCL and LCL expedited ocean shipping.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2015

Are you up-to-date with the latest events in freight shipping and logistics? If you want to stay ahead of the competition, it’s not just a question of reading industry newsletters. Staying current in the world of shipping and freight also takes strong networking and communication.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The responsibility of sustainability is no longer limited to the individual, but it extends to corporations, industries and even governments. The global supply chain industry has by default, a large environmental impact, through its carbon footprint. Acting for People. Acting for Planet. Photo Credit: United Airlines.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Even consumers find making online returns a pain, having to repack, print shipping labels for and drop off unwanted online purchases. Online consumers today have come to expect cost-free and hassle-free online returns policies. Jorge Lopera is Vice President Latin America & Industry at FarEye. Who pays the price?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2023

All told, from these states, the recreational marijuana industry is poised to produce over $25 billion in revenue in 2023 (and that is a conservative estimate). Marijuana distributors will ship the final products to a dispensary and / or warehouse goods that are waiting to be sold.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 18, 2020

The question now is what will the impact of such a recession be, particularly on shipping. The base-case sees negative growth for Q1 and Q2 but by Q3 – due to “strong monetary and fiscal policy response” – we will begin to see growth again. What Happens to Shipping. For example, in 2000 it was 4.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics. We can no longer assume that government policy is rational, variability is low or logistics are available. All value chains are dependent in some shape or form on the chemical industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2023

ABB has opened a new facility in Alpharetta, Georgia, to serve as the company’s dedicated center for robotic automation in the logistics and packaging industries. It came as large and small businesses were working on contingency plans in the event of a strike, which would have spiked shipping prices and scrambled supply chains.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

So, my question for the President’s task force is, “If the industry is not clear, and you don’t have a definition, how can you deliver your mission?” Invest in building and refining modeling capabilities for requisite flows for ship building, aircraft refurbishment and armaments.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares select individual prediction snapshots that are included in our annual 2023 predictions for industry and global supply chains research advisory. Background. Higher cost levels will need to be mitigated or reduced. Canada or Mexico.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

From the continuing impact of the global pandemic to the ever-increasing importance of ‘transparency technology’ and sustainable practices, the food industry has its work cut out for it in 2021. So if you have a thirst for knowledge, here’s all you need to know about food industry trends for 2021. Consumer trends in food industry.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 24, 2023

Faced with economic uncertainties, transportation industry leaders are focused on building supply chain resiliency. No matter which way you look at it, 2023 is off to a challenging start for much of the transportation industry. In the industry that’s always moving, here are the 11 headlines you need to know. 19 and Dec.

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IQMS

APRIL 17, 2020

Today, the Columbia, MO-based company is a leading manufacturer of gas detection equipment for industrial facilities. To help ensure the on-time delivery of its high-quality sensors—almost always with same-day shipping—CTI relies on its DELMIAworks manufacturing ERP system. Calibration Technologies Inc.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

To put this in perspective, if they had no planning system and no planners and just assumed that they would ship based on prior shipments, the forecast would be better, and the inventory levels more accurate. Safety stock levels need to account for demand and supply variability but most built inventory policies only on demand data.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Business intelligence in the logistics industry promotes transportation optimization and is on track to be among the biggest influencers in logistics and shipping management going forward. Business Intelligence in the Logistics Industry Systems Creates More Value. Why Companies Need Business Intelligence.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 6, 2023

All told, from these states, the recreational marijuana industry is poised to produce over $25 billion in revenue in 2023 (and that is a conservative estimate). Marijuana distributors will ship the final products to a dispensary and / or warehouse goods that are waiting to be sold.

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EazyStock

JUNE 22, 2020

It’s no secret that the medical industry is facing major challenges worldwide due to Coronavirus. It’s an overwhelming time for manufacturers and distributors in the medical supplies industry, and no area of the supply chain will be restored to normal anytime soon. Reevaluate Stocking Policy. Money and resources are tight.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It covers every aspect of dealing with customer returns, including policy management, reverse logistics, customer service, returned goods inventory management , and developing strategies to reduce return rates. A good returns policy is crucial for ensuring a smooth customer experience. Should a returns policy be tight or lenient?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Pushing the Supply Chain Reset Button by Lora Cecere , Founder, Supply Chain Insights Supply Chain Leaders Can’t Afford to Guess About the Future The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics. These core assumptions are no longer true.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2016

Using less-than-truckload for medium-sized shipments is one of the great innovations in shipping. It produces results at a fraction of the cost of full truckload (FT) or small package shipping. Contract negotiation is becoming a major factor in shipping. Access to Intermodal Shipping Options. Contract Negotiation.

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Saleswarp

MARCH 14, 2024

Returns have long been a headache for retailers, but a new approach is gaining traction – the ‘Keep It’ return policy. Unlike traditional policies, ‘Keep It’ allows customers to keep the item and receive a refund or credit. The post Should Retailers Embrace ‘Keep It’ Return Policies?

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Forecasting Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Challenge. A growing number of logistics operators and industry observers see the snarls bottling up supply chains this year extending deep into 2022. Some 100 container ships are anchored off the Hong Kong and Shenzhen ports waiting for berth space. Privacy Policy |.

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USC Consulting Group

AUGUST 17, 2020

It is difficult to put into exact figures the effects the coronavirus pandemic has had on global industry. But some businesses and industries—like toilet tissue, hand soaps and sanitizers, and face mask manufacturers—are experiencing a heavy increase in demand. A Changing World Amidst the Pandemic.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

IDC’s March 2022 Future Enterprise Resiliency & Spending Survey showed that almost 50% of finance organizations are prioritizing consistent ESG practices and/or policies when considering industry ecosystem design and partners. Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery. About the Author.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2022

With COVID-19 inspired Global policies in place, day-to-day routines for industries on a global scale had to change how they operate within the supply chain sector. These variables, coupled with the competition from other industries like technology (remote positions have?gained The Labor Shortage Effects on Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2021

With typical operations interrupted, the aviation industry needed to adapt fast so that supply chains can continue moving even amidst the global crisis. Even as the aviation industry still struggles to recover from the effects of the pandemic, air charter continues to prove its usefulness not only for businesses but also society in general.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 20, 2021

Dealing with supply chain disruption has been the steady drumbeat in the industry for more than a year. With a zero-tolerance COVID-19 policy in place, port closures have been almost expected. Still, new problems are arising following a resurgence of the global pandemic. Why Port Shutdowns Are Continuing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Greenwashing is a form of advertising or marketing spin in which green PR and green marketing are deceptively used to persuade the public that an organization’s products, aims and policies are environmentally friendly. A notable example of greenwashing is when McDonald’s introduced paper straws to reduce plastic pollution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2021

On the supply side, material shortages, staffing challenges, and shipping capacity constraints are all happening at the same time. Some companies have taken extreme measures such as chartering private cargo ships to sail around port delays. The demand patterns significantly shifted in terms of the product and channel mix.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Venues outside the greater Tokyo metropolitan area would allow small numbers of spectators, and the policy for the Paralympics will be decided next month. Container shipping prices skyrocket. This new policy applies to any and all contracts awarded to provide production material for new vehicle projects. Rob Spilman Jr.,

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights a report indicating a push for Zara parent Inditex to disclose more detailed supplier transparency in the light of growing ESG policy dichotomies. The global retailer is able to design, produce and ship products to fashion focused customers in a matter of days.

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