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How Volkswagen and Maersk Solved an Export Bottleneck with “Cars in Containers”

Logistics Viewpoints

As vehicle exports from Mexico to North America surged, Volkswagen Mexico found itself confronting a significant supply chain crisis. Its long-established logistics model, built around rail and RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping, could no longer keep pace. and Canadian dealerships.

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Tariffs Are the New Normal: Boardrooms are Finally Demanding a Pivot to Real-Time Supply Chain Orchestration – by Mark Morgan, Kinaxis

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Scenario modeling, running what-if simulations to stress-test sourcing, pricing, and inventory decisions, has become a cornerstone of supply chain strategy. Orchestration – the real-time coordination of supply, logistics, and demand – is becoming the new standard. It’s a boardroom imperative.

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OneRail’s Winning Strategy for Final Mile with Bill Catania

The Logistics of Logistics

Bill is the Founder & CEO of OneRail , a leading omnichannel fulfillment solution pairing best-in-class software with logistics as a service that provides dependability and speed to help businesses meet their delivery promise. OneRail’s platform includes order management, inventory management, and real-time visibility.

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Schneider Electric’s Supply Chain Design Journey

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As the modelers gained skill and projects delivered savings, the firm modeled its most important regions—Europe and North America. Business case creation involves top logistics, finance, or business unit executives. The post Schneider Electric’s Supply Chain Design Journey appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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No Balloons Needed: Practical Moves to Navigate Tariff Volatility

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The company, heavily invested in Canadian manufacturing, faced a crisis because its raw materials were sourced from outside North America, disqualifying it from USMCA tariff exemptions. Establish inventory reserves in key markets to avoid supply chain disruptions.

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Beyond LTL & Truckload: The Expedite All Approach to Smaller Truck Solutions with Mike Ernst

The Logistics of Logistics

About Mike Ernst Mike Ernst , President of Expedite All, brings over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry to the company. Known for his strategic leadership, Mike specializes in LTL, small truckload, and high-value / expedited / specialized freight.

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Amid Supply Chain Pressures, It’s Time to Prioritize AI in Yard Logistics

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At the same time, companies have been forced to pull forward inventory purchases, creating a squeeze where carrying costs are up while cash flow is tight. Until a trailer is unloaded and the warehouse records that inventory, it’s not reflected in the companys warehouse management systems.