Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

Last week, Clint Reiser published an article highlighting our 2022 supply chain predictions. While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. This year we have decided to lead with our predictions about the broader supply chain function.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 2, 2022

Introduction – The evidence of the increasing popularity of Supply Chain automation is pushing companies to research even more performant alternatives that will keep boosting the efficiency of robots inside Supply Chains. There is a fast return on investment due to the manageable acquisition cost of hardware.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 1, 2022

The evidence of the increasing popularity of Supply Chain automation is pushing companies to research even more performant alternatives that will keep boosting the efficiency of robots inside Supply Chains. Drones, a quick look. When inventory gets lost, drones cannot prevent it, identify it, or resolve it.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A recent article published by the World Economic Forum ran under a headline declaring the global food supply chain dead.[1] ” He adds, “Shocks created by war, COVID-19 and climate have begun to overwhelm our fragile food supply chain, raising it to the top of the geopolitical agenda.” Lack of workers.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2016

It was back in January 2015, after reading an article in the Wall Street Journal about bitcoin, that my eyes were opened to the potential for blockchain technology to transform supply chain management. As I wrote at the time in Bitcoin: A New Supply Chain Operating System?

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

References to the wild west are being made more frequently as criminal activity increases supply chain woes. s shares tumbled after the nation’s largest consumer electronics chain posted a decline in gross profit margin for the fiscal third quarter, citing organized theft and increased promotions.”[2] Footnotes. [1]

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

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Freightos

AUGUST 6, 2016

Technology and Culture. A version of this article originally appeared in The Journal of Commerce (August 6, 2016). Technology and receptivity to technology don’t always move in lockstep. Technology has never been more critical for logistics than now. Real innovation depends on risk-taking. Risk Aversion.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

How technology in logistics grew throughout 2016 is not limited to the technology that delivers products or enables better, faster picking processes. Many of these advancements were expected to bring substantial investment into supply chains, and they did just that. How Machines “Talk” Expanded.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually. Here we go: Technology Innovations in Logistics. And yes, it’s not just size; technology plays a key role in keeping those ships operating. The next step?

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides our latest news capsule edition follow-up relative to updating our readers to prior industry supply chain management developments that we have shared on this blog. Increased automation of fulfillment services is cited as a further reason.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. And more companies are treating Supply Chain Design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise (see Supply Chain Design: Growing Scope, Community, and Collaboration ).

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 14, 2022

In this regular edition of our featured column, Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , we provide highlights of two noteworthy supply chain management focused technology development efforts which we believe would be of specific interest to our global-based multi-industry supply chain readership.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Green supply chain history: The origin of Supply Chain Management can be dated back to the early 20th with Henry Ford who vertically integrates the automotive supply chain and organizational practices. The purpose of going green is shown in the table.

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DAT Solutions

JULY 30, 2015

Jeff Tucker 's guest column in yesterday's Wall Street Journal pointed to the pivotal role of technology, including DAT Load Boards , in freight logistics today. Jeff knows this business, and he has an innovative approach to logistics management. If it works for taxi passengers, why not for shipping?

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 29, 2022

In this regular edition of our featured column, Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , we provide a capsule synopsis of noteworthy supply chain management focused technology news which we believe would be of specific interest to our global-based multi-industry supply chain readership.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This year, as in the past five years, our supply chain index contributed to the overall ranking of firms in the top 250 best managed companies , as ranked by the Drucker Institute. However, during our current state of supply chain shortages, there are definitely some benefits to owning your own supply chains!

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IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Bottom line: Machine learning makes it possible to discover patterns in supply chain management data by relying on algorithms that quickly pinpoint the most influential factors to a supply networks’ success, while constantly learning in the process. How Machine Learning Is Redefining Supply Chain Management.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 12, 2023

As retailers with overstock and “a range of measures of shipping demand across the U.S. are sliding, freight rates are falling as a result,” according to an article in The Wall Street Journal and various other sources. In response, logistics professionals seek innovative ways to improve operations efficiency.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent reports indicate Internet of Things (IoT) technology adoption is slowing down due to security concerns. Technological fads come and go, but the IoT idea is here to stay.”[3]. IoT Benefits for the Supply Chain. IoT technology embeds pallets, parts, packages, equipment, etc. ”[3]. Asset tracking.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

This week, the company announced a reversal in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, as well as a major turnabout. Supply chain strategy, process, talent and enabling technologies each play important roles. The supply chain supporting the delivery of equipment is the de-facto facilitator of this business model.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 6, 2024

Electric vehicle company Fisker recently issued a going concern warning amid continued production and supply chain challenges. Background In prior Supply Chain Matters commentaries, we have highlighted ongoing production and supply chain challenges related to high profile EV start-ups Rivian Automotive and Lucid.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2018

Shifting gears, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: CVS Adds Home Delivery With Help From Post Office (WSJ – sub. Economy Fueling Supply Chain Innovation and Opportunities. WiseTech Global acquires US parcel shipping TMS provider, Pierbridge. Shipments to U.S.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

While I think this through, here are the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon to Launch Delivery Service That Would Vie With FedEx, UPS (WSJ – sub. P&G Remaking Supply Chain Network (WSJ – sub. Shipping with Amazon. P&G Redesigning Supply Chain Network.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. surcharge on shipments to domestic packages shipped to remote ZIP codes. 12 statement from FedEx. “ 15 press release.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

In addition to new product hardware and some services announcements, the lead up to the event has provided some supply chain related news. Manufacturing Support Contrary to the past 2-3 years, the shipping for all four of the new iPhone models is consistently communicated as September 22, with pre-orders now being accepted.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

As reported last week in the Wall Street Journal , “Ralph Lauren Corp. is bringing a piece of its supply-chain operations in-house as the company reviews broader operations and management of its distribution.” In today’s “Ripped from the Headlines” segment, I revisit these trends through the lens of recent news articles.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 20, 2016

I’ve spent most of this week in Dorking, England (not far from London) meeting with executives from Paragon Software Systems and several of its customers (I’ll share my takeaways from the visit, including my video interviews with clients, in a future post). Amazon Looking to License or Acquire Freight-Management Technology (WSJ-sub.

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NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

This is his third guest blog on Supply Chain View From the Field. Supply chain partners have been using EDI , a standard electronic format, to share data and transact business for more than sixty years, and it continues to evolve. Craig Lukasik has been busy! And it’s good one!

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MIT Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Such an outcome has significant implications for supply chain sustainability. Is just transition another short-lived buzzword that will have minimal impact on supply chain operations, or is it something more substantial? If this prediction turns out to be true, what are the implications for supply chain sustainability?

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TMC

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

Total eCommerce sales in November and December 2015 are expected to be around $69 billion, a 13% increase on the previous year, reports the Wall Street Journal [1]. In response to changing consumer buying preferences, retailers have implemented multichannel or omnichannel supply chains. Capturing a complete view.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

I learned about biofabrication, a recently created word that means the convergence between technology and medicine, to print items to be used in the human body. UPS has already thought about how 3D printing could affect its core business, which involves moving materials in the supply chain. Retail is changing for sure.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 30, 2018

Every Friday on Talking Logistics, I share a list of supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention that week, along with some brief commentary and analysis. Just like there is no such thing as free shipping, there is no such thing as free returns. Amazon Feeling the Headache of E-Commerce Returns.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2014

Here’s the news that caught my attention this week: Free Shipping Is Going to Cost You More (WSJ – sub. Target Offers Free Holiday Shipping (WSJ – sub. Transplace Releases New Transportation Optimization Technology. Amazon raised its free-shipping minimum to $35 from $25 late last year.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 20, 2018

The focus of our session is “Today’s New Normal” — a discussion about emerging trends and technologies in the industry, everything from e-commerce to blockchain, and what it means for supply chain and logistics professionals. project44 Raises $35 Million to Turn Data into True Supply Chain Visibility.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

With a holiday weekend upon us, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Retailers Seek U.S. Help With Shipping Crisis (WSJ – sub. GE Acquires Top Supply Chain Software Provider ShipXpress to Expand Digital Rail Offerings. Hanjin handles about 7.8

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

If you’re like me, staying up to date on supply chain news is critical. So I went straight to the source and asked consultants, trade reporters, Wall Street Journal reporters and others, what their go-to logistics and supply chain sources were. Today’s Top Supply Chain and Logistics News From WSJ.

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