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The Value of Logistics and Supply Chain Education!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Even though supply chains have been around since the beginning of time, the field of Logistics and Supply Chain education has only recently been considered in depth. Let’s discuss the value of Logistics and Supply Chain education. But it’s not as easy as, say, cutting inventory costs. COVID-19 could change that.

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The Future of Supply Chains Post COVID-19 – LogiSYM July 2020

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

But companies will have to go beyond the usual inventory optimisation. . Sourcing strategies will focus on risk-free, nearshoring supply base with long term partnership with TCO-competitive suppliers, who value sustainability. . Lastly, distribution networks will have to be shortened, products portfolio rationalised.

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26 warehouse pros reveal the most important factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse

6 River Systems

The world of logistics is increasingly driven by technology , with artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation among the biggest logistics trends today. This discrepancy between the physical and electronic inventories is dependent on the reliability of the warehouse processes. Paul Trudgian.

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10 Issues Keeping Manufacturers and Distributors Up At Night for 2015

GlobalTranz

From reverse logistics to pricing, and finally, some solutions. . Lot’s of questions here as many manufacturers and distributors are questioning what is beyond promotions, events / seminars and brand messaging. Few companies have sustainably increased margins. Differentiation. What truly makes me difference than my competition?

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50 expert tips on improving warehouse efficiency & productivity

6 River Systems

Advances in logistics technology , such as automated robots , have a big impact on warehouse productivity, along with innovative AI and machine learning solutions, sophisticated warehouse management software and other technology solutions. Offer cross training and provide continual training seminars on new procedures to improve productivity.”

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Top 25 Supply Chains of 2018

Material Handling & Logistics

Content Summary: Once again, German automaker BMW is the only automotive manufacturer on the Top 25 list this year, which Gartner attributes in part to its reputation as the most sustainable automotive company, at least according to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Printer-friendly version. Media Type. Media Credit. anonymous user.

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ThroughPut Inc. Appoints World-Renowned Just-in-Time, Lean & Kaizen Expert Mr. Takao Sakai to Executive Advisory Board

ThroughPut

We hope that ThroughPut’s platform ELI can one day be accessible to every operations team in the world to democratize the Just-In-Time culture, reduce excess inventory, and eliminate waste across global supply chains.” These concepts are technically complex and hard to translate often outside of Japan.