Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2021 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. It was good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors. So let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2018

If consumers ever think about supply chains and how the items they desire manage to find their way into their homes, they likely picture fleets of trucks, trains, airplanes, and cargo ships — the logistics part of supply chains. That’s why so-called “last mile” logistics receive so much attention. ”[2].

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2022

But with every challenge, there is an opportunity to innovate and grow. GlobalTranz works with manufacturing shippers every day to move their goods and streamline their logistics strategies. GlobalTranz can be that partner—helping you make sense of changing pandemic restrictions, protocols, and best practices for all things logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

To examine supply chain management priorities, performance, and anticipated trends, APQC conducted its 10 th annual Supply Chain Management Priorities and Challenges research, including a survey of more than 350 supply chain professionals from around the world and across multiple industries. For more information on the research, click here.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The mismatch between the high demands by employers and the supply of logistics skills and knowledge is resulting in a growing gap in the logistics & supply chain market”. Talent gaps in logistics and supply chain, continues to be a top challenge and a source of high risk for many companies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Descartes Systems Group , a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that it has acquired GroundCloud, the creator of a cloud-hosted final-mile automation platform, for $138 million. network this year after its initial success at select facilities in 2022.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2018

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published last week , “Competing on Customer Experience: The Driving Force Behind Supply Chain Innovation.” To gain insights on that question and more, Adelante SCM and BluJay Solutions conducted a web survey of supply chain and logistics professionals in March 2018.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The vital role of logistics and its decarbonisation in the fight against climate change is undisputed. Yet there are still concerns that environmental improvements might impair the economic efficiency of logistics. Distinguishing the sustainable logistics leaders. It Is Time to Act. 2020 has been a pivotal year in many respects.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The recently released National Retail Security Survey shows that total shrink in 2021 reported by retailers is now almost a $100 billion problem. While this is not exactly the best news to hear, it’s time to move on to this week’s logistics news. Walmart to buy Alert Innovation. This is putting the squeeze on small businesses.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

How can you identify the innovations that will really take your company forward? These technologies also receive plenty of attention at conferences and events which promise – usually implicitly – to guide delegates through the innovation maze. In early June I attended a two-day conference in Lisbon on the world of e-commerce logistics.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 16, 2019

Logistics service providers seem to be struggling to innovate, despite the thriving economy. Brexit and the threat of escalating trade wars), but with the current economic wind in their sails logistics service providers should be in a strong position to innovate. Martijn Lofvers, Chief Trendwatcher Supply Chain Media.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2024

Beth is an innovative, forward-thinking HR professional who is disrupting truck driver recruiting by treating the driver as a consumer in the employment relationship and making recruiting personal again. About Beth Potratz Beth Potratz , Co-Founder and CEO for Drive My Way, has over 20 years of experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2021

The global supply chain is routinely beset by challenges, both large and small, but the past couple of years have delivered a string of significant logistics disruptions that have threatened to upend the tightly choreographed dance of global freight transportation. Regulations may be more of a driver in the future.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Logistics service providers should innovate more,’ is a commonly heard complaint by shippers. This innovation-related discrepancy reared its head once again following an international study by Supply Chain Digest published earlier this year. But the logistics service providers are not the only cause of the innovation problem.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

Mario is the Chief Technical Officer at Reliance Partners , a commercial insurance agency specializing in risk management solutions for the transportation and logistics space. Mario Paluzzi is Chief Technology Officer of Reliance Partners , a top ranked commercial insurance agency specializing in Logistics and Transportation.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 28, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. Overall digital transformation of the warehouse, transportation, or the entire logistics footprint.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I have long argued that third party logistics providers (3PLs) should set themselves apart from the competition by fully harnessing the power and value of their customer and employee communities. Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Talent Management as the Core of a Supply Chain Strategy.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023. by Dr Shereen Nassar , Global Director of Logistics Studies and Director of MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management Suite at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Flexibility for Resilient and Optimised Logistics and Supply Chain. billion USD by 2026.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2017

In supply chain and logistics, there’s always a new problem to solve or a new opportunity to go after, which often involves some form of innovation — whether it’s a process innovation, a technology innovation, or both. They might not be able to describe it, but they know it when they see it.”.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2017

. Editor's Note: Today's blog is from our friend Robert Everett who gives us some fantastic tips for managing logistics effectiveness. In this article, I propose to have a look at several logistic skills that, besides the specific knowledge in this area, will help to maximize the logistics effectiveness. Quality-focused.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

OneRail is among the last mile technology vendors surveyed in the report, which focuses on optimizing fleet operations. The report surveys 20 current last mile technology vendors, and provides a column-by-column comparison of features. What is Vehicle Routing and Scheduling (VRS)?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. double the rate of the most innovative companies , where only 10% called this a significant challenge. [3].

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2017

When we speak to supply chain leaders about innovations in their supply chain, it’s not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses. We are seeing that businesses who invest in innovation and view supply chain as a competitive lever drive the most impact to their bottom line. Not even Amazon.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Breaking Boundaries: Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Supply Chains Supply chains encompass many interconnected activities, from procurement, production, and inventory management, to logistics and distribution. Figure 2: A technology adoption roadmap for transportation and logistics companies considering generative AI.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Our recent survey showed that only 17% of organizations make it a priority to invest in innovation. Firefighting is the norm. It can also be challenging to decide where to invest.

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JDA software

MAY 13, 2019

That is the conclusion of a new survey of C-suite executives by Incisiv, sponsored by JDA and KPMG. In fact, end-to-end visibility and traceability was the top investment objective of surveyed retail, manufacturing and third-party logistics CXOs for the second year in a row. They have competing priorities.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 15, 2023

Smart Glasses and Beyond: Harnessing the Full Potential of Augmented and Mixed Reality Feature Article by Sojung Lee , President, TeamViewer, APAC Imagine a world where virtual and physical realities merge, bringing unparalleled efficiency and innovation to businesses and industries across the globe.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Ok, enough about concrete; let’s move on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Majority of small fleets yet to comply with ELD mandate (CCJ). UPS Joins Top Alliance To Create Blockchain Standards For Logistics. CLX Logistics Renews Partnership with BluJay Solutions. Bloomberg).

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Freightos

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A Freightos survey of 300+ companies sheds light on how importers have been navigating supply chain disruptions. Since then, we’ve sent out two similar surveys – one in June and one at the end of November – to track the effect of increased supply chain disruptions on companies ranging from small businesses to enterprise importers.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Surveyed supply chain executives pointed to better customer service, improved efficiency, supply reliability and speed to market. Costa used the POS data, telemetry and rapid re-planning to enable an entirely new approach to logistics and replenishment. Focus on top CEO priorities. Start building it now.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Regardless of what it was (new tube of toothpaste, dog treats for your pup, or a new filter for your water purification system), logistics is the system behind getting it into your hands. The logistics sector is rapidly growing and there is no shortage of groundbreaking technology and premiere partners in North America, Europe, and beyond.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The latest IDC survey had C-Suite leaders 43% of organizations enthusiastic about enterprise intelligence, requiring that the data gathering be in place [IDC FERS Survey December 2021]. The Green Corridor – Optimal Tech for Green Logistics – Making Emissions Visible. MORE FROM THIS EDITION.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2021

The survey-based research gathers quantitative data as well as information on best practices or performance drivers. Be sure you understand the implications of how your contracts are written, hat your organization is liable for, and evaluate if there is room for your suppliers to innovate in the face of crisis. Supply Chain Disruption.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 25, 2014

Echo Global Logistics Reports Record Second Quarter 2014 Results. Transplace Survey Identifies Preferred Shipper Program Best Practices. Marrying the two disciplines together will drive greater insights, innovations, and efficiencies than treating them as separate processes. Ryder Reports Record Second Quarter 2014 Results.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 18, 2021

Reverse logistics is the process of goods returning to their point of origin – back from the purchaser to the manufacturer or supplier. Today, reverse logistics can no longer be an afterthought for manufacturers, but is instead an integral part of supply chain planning. What steps make up the reverse logistics process?

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Things are looking up for European logistics service providers. Their clients (shippers) are increasingly outsourcing logistics services to third-party specialists. So far, however, no logistics service provider offers complete European coverage in terms of both warehousing and transport.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Now, brands requiring temperature or humidity-controlled logistics will have a proven, reliable option. With this collaboration, Stord furthers its mission of making supply chains a competitive advantage for all brands, bringing Stord’s same Cloud Supply Chain innovation for ambient goods to the cold fulfillment space.

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