Talking Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2024

For several years now I’ve been arguing that the scope of end-to-end supply chain visibility must go beyond the tracking of orders, shipments, inventory, and assets in motion. It must also include visibility to greenhouse-gas emissions and forced labor across the supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 13, 2015

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Global Trade Inventory Management Labor Logistics Technologies Omni-channel logistics Regulations Retail Statistics Supply Chain Risk Management This Week in News Trade Security Transportation' This is a good sign for the US economy, as jobs continue to grow.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Ever since COVID hit, supply chain executives have embraced supply chain risk management. Within this discipline, one of the toughest challenges is how to get visibility to problems arising across the extended supply network. Supply Chain Chaos is the New Norm. Do I need more inventory?

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

Supply Chain Risk Management Provider Avetta Acquired Stockholm based private equity firm EQT has reportedly agreed to acquire supply chain risk management software technology and managed services provider Avetta from existing private equity owners Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe ( WCAS ).

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2014

If you’re a supply chain or logistics executive and you’re looking for ways to improve as a leader this year, here are my five recommendations: 1. Ask “What are the risks?”more Supply chain management is risky business — and the risks are growing every day. more often.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

Instead, they are likely to carry higher levels of inventory as a lower cost alternative. The move away from risk mitigation will leave supply chains at greater risk to future disruptions than would be the case if risk mitigate efforts were established. It’s time to shift the dialog about labor in logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

By monitoring system logs, operators can identify potential breaches or unauthorized access attempts and take prompt action to mitigate the risk. Assess Third-Party Vendors: Warehouse and DC operators often work with third-party vendors for logistics and inventory management. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we highlight published September 2022 indices of global supply chain volatility ( GSPI ) and US Logistics Index ( LMI ) activity trends along with our view of the implications. As noted above, the not so optimistic news now rests with risks for product demand contraction.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2016

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: EU Approves FedEx Acquisition of TNT Express ( WSJ – sub. INTTRA Collaborates with JDA Software for Streamlined Transportation Management. And with that, have a happy weekend!

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Talking Logistics

JULY 18, 2014

DHL launches new logistics service for life sciences products handled at extremely low temperatures. UPS Capital – Sponsored Study Shows Supply Chain Risk Mitigation Strategies Lacking. Penske Logistics Joins CargoNet to Enhance Supply Chain Security. hospital beds within four hours. .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

Considering operational supply chain issues around the globe. Customer service, parts shortages, unprecedented inventory growth, and warrant management can actually take up internal sources and affect profit margins. This could cause failure to manage inventory, causing disruption to the business, resulting in stock-outs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Earlier this month in the post titled What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? , I informed our readers that ARC Advisory Group/Logistics Viewpoints is conducting a survey to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In today’s interconnected world, the distribution industry has become increasingly complex and reliant on technology to manage inventory, track shipments, and communicate with suppliers and customers. The post Editor’s Choice: Fortifying Warehouse and Distribution Centers Against Cyberattacks appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 22, 2024

While AI is not foolproof, it will be a preventative measure to help any industry that relies on a steady supply chain. With the knowledge you gain in mapping your supply chain, you’ll be better able to deploy preventative measures to avoid any disruptions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

To generate higher margins and create higher efficiencies in our supply chains, we need to address several processes in our operations portfolio. Logistics & warehousing infrastructures are a critical part of any supply chain operational model. But the new era demands more and better. Customer Challenges.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Many nations are now facing the prospect of new lockdowns which will undoubtedly further impact global supply chains. . Supply Chain Risk Management on the World Stage – Lessons Learned. Reallocating their volumes and splitting between regions means increasing production costs for the security of supply. .

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

When it comes to supply chain risk management, however, vigilance is always required. The Supply Chain Quarterly reminds us, “Supply chain challenges aren’t over yet.”[1] SAP researchers said the move to a ‘just in case’ supply chain will lead to higher costs.”

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American Global Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

By taking a proactive approach to supply chain risk management, your business can protect itself from disruptions and maintain its competitive edge. Disruptions in transportation infrastructure and evolving consumer demands pose additional challenges that require proactive management.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2016

We’ve made our predictions , but it’s the unexpected that makes supply chain management so exciting and demanding. Did you come up with any New Year’s resolutions to improve as a supply chain and logistics leader this year? Ask “What are the risks?”more Runners on your mark, get set…”. more often.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 17, 2022

Inventory Management Assessment- Samsung Electronics. We noted in our editorial likely needs for comprehensive inventory management assessments especially given the risk of higher working capital costs are a result of higher interest rates. Samsung ’s inventory balances reportedly reached the equivalent of $36.9

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

If they were dependent, did they have East Coast distribution centers where they could preplace inventory before the strike occurred. The idea is that if the Index is indicating increased instability in their supply chain, to be able to drill down and search for alternative suppliers.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I have long argued that companies need to expand their definition of supply chain visibility. It goes well beyond tracking shipments, orders, inventory, and assets in motion. Another Supply Chain Visibility Blind Spot). Read more Who Is Actually Hauling Your Freight? The post Who Is Actually Hauling Your Freight?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

In this context, the natural question out there is; with this somewhat optimistic landscape or outlook, what are the risks a shipper should be cognisant off given that the ocean is seemingly getting calmer. This is the first article of four-part series that will attempt to look at specific areas of risk or management of risk itself.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

This week, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) , with sponsors Penske Logistics and consulting firm Kearney , released the 33rd Annual State of Logistics Report to organization members and the industry as a whole. business logistics costs reportedly rose by 22.4 For 2021, U.S.

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 2, 2014

In this video hear, Gary Dietz, Manager, Global Logistics and Supply Integrated Supply Chain and Logistics, Kennametal, as he discusses the challenges his company faces in gaining full visibility of supply and demand, and in dealing with increasing supply chain volatility.

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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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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

.” They added, “The Omicron variant has worsened the logjams by forcing workers, in many industries and the logistics business that weaves them together, to quarantine. The staff at My Logistics Magazine explains, “The labor shortage in many logistics sectors around the world remains severe. ” Inflation.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 11, 2022

Businesses need to inventory the risks, as well as materials and products, in their supply chains in order to plan for and, in theory, mitigate those risks. The systems needed to manage stock levels ahead of severe weather are extensions of the demand-forecasting tools used all year long.”[10] 8] William B.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 18, 2014

I watched a TED Talk video by Philip Evans, from Boston Consulting Group and shuddered to think that all our traditional fulfillment and inventory models can be drastically transformed by the “consumer”. As a supply chain practitioner, do you notice something missing? Where is the supply chain nodes?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2017

Anyway, speaking of Amazon, it tops the list of the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon’s new refunds policy will ‘crush’ small businesses, outraged sellers say (CNBC). MercuryGate Announces Addition of Rockfarm to its Logistics Integrator Program.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2014

Here’s the way I think about it: you can’t aspire to have end-to-end supply chain visibility, which is what every manufacturer and retailer wants in order to become more agile and responsive, without also accepting end-to-end responsibility. and Why Supply Chain Mapping Matters ).

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

For some customers, they manage the inventory using a vendor managed inventory program. In some case they manage inventory at the customer’s site. “We We don’t have one supply chain,” this vice president of supply chain explained to me, “we run very customized supply chains.”

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NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Here are Peter’s insights from our discussion in which I’ve captured the main essence of: Just lean inventory vs. vendor engagement Supply chains across national culture (Western culture vs. Eastern culture) and organisational culture creates both opportunities and challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 13, 2022

Stock rooms, warehouses and any inventory holding points. Inventory records integrity. While fraud will always be a risk when it comes to global supply chain, having processes and technology in place can go a long way towards earlier detection, which can minimize the long-term impact of supply chain fraud.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

If cost reduction is not the only thing to measuring supply chain performance, that begs the questions: "Maybe we should be measuring other Supply Chain Management activities and what would they be?". Inventory measurement is critical and it is money after all in that it took a capital expense to procure.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

These changes have increased the speed and accuracy of information flow, enabled real-time visibility, and improved collaboration among supply chain partners. Furthermore, talent shortages pose a challenge to supply chain management. Another notable example is the technology sector.

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