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Digital Transformation in Logistics

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The report identifies the leaders and highlights best practices. The report takes a holistic approach to what a digital transformation means. APQC conducts research on supply chain and logistics to help organizations assess the performance of their own processes and functions compared to their peers.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 20 – 26)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. and Israeli startups focused on logistics, the supply chain and customer fulfillment. and Israeli startups focused on logistics, the supply chain and customer fulfillment. These devices will also be required in all cars sold in the European Union beginning this July.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 6 – 12)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. In 2023, Amazon experimented with new logistics strategies and technologies to quickly fulfill and deliver orders, and these changes paid off big. The faster delivery times this year specifically may be attributed to changes in Amazon’s logistics strategy. percent from November and up 9.2

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Top 15 Logistics Stories of 2023

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Often times at Logistics Viewpoints, we like to look to the future and highlight the key trends that we see in a given market, or make predictions about what technologies will emerge as game changers in the new year. It was a good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors. Not Southwest.

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Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management

The Logistics of Logistics

Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. Original article: Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. That may be because a company might already have an inventory system and wonders what additional capabilities they will get with a new WMS. Inventory Management vs Warehouse Management: Main Differences.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 27 – February 2)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. Teradyne, which reports earnings on Tuesday, warned investors in its 2022 annual report about the potential impact of the October regulations, and in October 2023 said the restrictions hit both Teradyne’s sales to certain companies in China and its manufacturing and development operations.

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Inflation in 2022: Is the Bullwhip Effect to Blame for Retail Inventory Glut

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I did a little digging to find out the specifics about excess inventory, the stated causes, and the potential implications. Retailers’ Inventories – Just Keep your Returns? Unfortunately, I am unsure about the order of magnitude or the duration of these inventory mismatches. Here’s my take on the topic.