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Why Packaging Matters with Phillip Akhzar

The Logistics of Logistics

Phillip is a serial entrepreneur, Y Combinator alum, and sustainability and supply chain expert. Phil is a San Francisco native, who earned an Industrial Engineering degree from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. Arka’s API uses AI to auto-replenish packaging inventory for warehouses and 3PLs.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

If a bill introduced by San Francisco-based state Senator Scott Wiener becomes law, California could become the first state to require certain new cars to be equipped with a device capable of limiting speed. “We are in discussion with the City Council to create the Department of Sustainable Delivery ,” Adams said.

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Top 6 Retail Trends & Supply Chain Planning Challenges in 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

On a daily basis, supply chain teams are juggling new sustainability requirements, supply disruptions, sudden changes in consumer demand, and labor shortages. Retailers will also have an inventory surplus because people will buy less overall, meaning they may need to lower prices to clear their excess stock–hurting their profits.

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The Backorder, March 27 2024

Unleashed

Additionally, sustainability and ethical sourcing will become even more critical in the coming years.” Consumers are increasingly seeking unique products that reflect their individual interests and values, which presents a tremendous opportunity for small businesses. What are your essential tools for managing the business?

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REPOST: Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares

The Logistics of Logistics

Lineage’s expertise in end-to-end logistical solutions, its unrivaled real estate network and its use of technology combine to promote food safety, increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, lessen environmental impact, and minimize supply chain waste. Key Takeaways: Reimagining the Food Supply Chain. Eric Ristow.

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Who said supply chains are boring?: Reader Email

Supply Chains Rock

The following comes from Kaity Nakagoshi, Bisk Education, University of San Francisco ( which offers a course in Sustainable Supply Chain Management ). I’m jealous that you were in San Francisco last year. The school is one of the few that offers a masters certificate in sustainable supply chain management.

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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly at the High Tech Supply & Demand Summit

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When I checked into the hotel at the High Tech Supply & Demand Summit in San Francisco, the front desk person, as she was handing me the room card, pointed to the right, and said, “if you go for a walk, don’t go that way, that’s the Tenderloin district. Crime, especially against tourists, is up dramatically in San Francisco.

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