Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: Top 5 Inventory Insights ,” based on research conducted by Adelante SCM and LEGACY Supply Chain Services with input from nearly 100 supply chain professionals from retail, manufacturing, and logistics service providers companies in the United States and Canada.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

The direct-to-consumer (D2C) model has been gaining popularity among customers for some time now as manufacturers get a lot more room to provide customized brand experiences that bring a lot more delight to consumers, which in turn strengthen brand loyalty. The answer isn’t straightforward, as it depends on various factors.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Today, I speak at the North American Manufacturing Association, Manufacturing Leadership Conference, in Nashville on the use of data to improve supply chain resilience. Expand the “FLOW” program for logistics information sharing to forecast transportation flow. The result was restatement. My conclusion?

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 23, 2013

2013 Trends and Strategies in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Embracing Global Logistics Complexity to Drive Market Advantage. The key results of this study by BVL International on trends and strategies in logistics and supply chain management are summarized, as follows. Key Trends.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 15, 2021

“Two years of digital transformation in two months,” was the comment that one retailer made when discussing how COVID-19 had accelerated their digitalisation journey. The impact was across manufacturing plants, transport networks, warehouses, and retail outlets. Source: IDC 2021—Digital Analysis: Manufacturing.

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My Office Apps

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The Difference Between Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Most people assume that logistics and Supply Chain Management (SCM) refer to the same process. So, how did the concepts of logistics and Supply Chain Management become so intertwined in their use when they mean very different things? What is Logistics?

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SCM Research

MAY 22, 2014

When we talk about supply chain management, we often intuitively take the perspective of the manufacturing industry. A new JDA-sponsored report, The State of the Retail Supply Chain (pdf), has been jointly developed by Auburn University and the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA).

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2018

The research, produced by Adelante SCM and presented by BluJay Solutions (a Talking Logistics sponsor), was conducted to explore the links between supply chain management innovation, customer experience, technology adoption, and company performance. Logistics Service Providers Focus on Delivering Innovation.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 19, 2018

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from Part 2 an Executive Brief series co-written by Adrian Gonzalez, President of Adelante SCM, and Mike Glodziak President & CEO of LEGACY Supply Chain Services. For a long time, C-level executives have viewed supply chain management, especially the logistics function, as a cost center.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 11, 2021

.”[3] She adds, “Regardless of sector or size, supply chain management (SCM) is a vital part of every organization looking to maximize customer value and optimize profits. Companies are beginning to explore on-demand manufacturing rather than traditional manufacturing models, meaning they can keep less physical inventory on-hand.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 1, 2015

European logistics magazine Supply Chain Movement has collaborated with executive search firm Inspired-Search to compile a list of Europe’s top supply chain executives. Chris Tyas has been at Nestlé for thirty years, initially across manufacturing roles throughout Europe but also in human resources. Global Logistics VP.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success. From sourcing raw materials, manufacturing, and storage, to transportation and distribution, SCM ensures efficiency and cost-effectiveness throughout the entire journey.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2019

As highlighted in our previous Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders report, many companies are still not performing to their full potential when it comes to omni-channel fulfillment, and they continue to experience challenges related to inventory visibility and optimization. What are the main causes of this “confidence gap” in inventory accuracy?

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Entering its eighth year, Multimodal has grown to become the UK and Ireland’s premier freight transport and logistics event. Exhibitors at Multimodal represent every logistics sector – road, rail, aviation, maritime, warehousing, storage services. Manufacturers. Niche Retailers. Wholesalers. Food Growers & Processors.

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Taulia

JULY 24, 2023

This is transforming manufacturing, inventory, logistics, retail, and more, impacting the entire supply chain. As such, it enables visibility and tracking across suppliers, manufacturers, logistics, wholesalers, and retailers across the globe, while enabling businesses to respond to changes swiftly and efficiently.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

I started my career in Automotive parts manufacturing as a shift supervisor and can remember when my boss asked me to come off shift and become a master production scheduler. That is how I got into logistics management and gained deep warehousing and transportation experience. They used to call it seagull logistics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 14, 2022

With four core courses and an MBA-level capstone, the Supply Chain Management program provides students with both foundational knowledge and business acumen necessary to succeed in the logistics and operations industry. Supply Chain Logistics. Here are some highlights from Business School’s supply chain management program.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Blog post originally published by Expak Logistics on [link] Permission to publish here provided by Morgan Dixon. For many companies, reverse logistics has become an integral part of their business plan, offering them the ability to maximize the efficiency of their operations. The applications of reverse logistics are broad.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

And then at some point all of these activities were included under the banner of “Reverse Logistics” What on earth is Reverse Logistics? So What Is Reverse Logistics? The term “Reverse Logistics” was first coined by James R. But once explained the phrase Reverse Logistics made sense.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 29, 2020

In short, Nielsen provides the point of sales data from various retail outlets and gross sales quantity will be summarized. Based on this information, the ranking of 7 best scm books of all time can be identified as below, - We perform the search queries in Google Scholar. Only SCM books visible in Google Scholar are qualified. -

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS will guide companies to achieve strategic value by improving Manufacturing as a Service, Fulfillment as a Service, and Warehousing as a Service. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) is a new approach to managing the complex process of getting products from manufacturers to consumers.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2014

I enjoying reading your posts and listening to your interviews/discussion with some of the the leading companies and representatives in the SCM and logistics industry. appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Just for Fun career choice logistics supply chain management' Great question.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 20, 2022

There is now an urgent need for manufacturers, retailers and logistics services providers to be able to address added efficiency, ensure needed flexibility in supply chain execution processes while simultaneously ratcheted-up supply chain sustainability efforts.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 12, 2022

Current industry verticals supported include pharmaceutical and well as retail industry. MSC Acquires Bollore’s Africa Logistics Unit. The logistics business unit reportedly generated revenues of 2.1 The logistics unit further services a network of 85 maritime shipping agencies and operates three rail concessions.

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Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Thanks to the cloud, there has never been a better time to be a manufacturer or distributor with a vision for rapid, profitable growth. This isn’t a science fiction story—it’s the current reality for many manufacturers and distributors. Think of it as SCM 2.0. There’s more to this story.

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Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Thanks to the cloud, there has never been a better time to be a manufacturer or distributor with a vision for rapid, profitable growth. This isn’t a science fiction story—it’s the current reality for many manufacturers and distributors. Think of it as SCM 2.0. There’s more to this story.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

For some reason it’s easier to understand how the internet of supply chain (IOSC) can give a competitive edge in a retail environment than in large-scale FMCG companies. 14 | 3PL Subway Map Europe 2017: Calm before the storm in logistics market. 22 | Management: the path to logistics partnerships.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 29, 2019

Analysts from Adelante SCM rhetorically ask, “Why all the fuss today about digital transformation?”[1] For consumer products companies, the old model of manufacturer to wholesaler to retailer is no longer adequate to meet the needs of buyers.”[3] Bain analysts, Michael C.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2015

One of the emails I did keep and read with interest was the first item in this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Infor to Acquire GT Nexus. GEODIS acquires OHL (Ozburn-Hessey Logistics) and enhances its Freight Forwarding and Contract Logistics offering in the US. OHL’s annual revenue is reported at €1.2

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

In short, Nielsen provides the point of sales data from various retail outlets and gross sales quantity will be summarized. Supply Chain Management Book Ranking In publishing industry, Nielsen BookScan is the most widely used database for a book ranking method. Anyway, the access to this database costs an arm and a leg.

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Supply Chains Rock

APRIL 28, 2011

The author, Luciano Cunha, paints a nice picture of using social media to link the customer and the retailer. But.social media can be used within the "supply chain firewall" of the procurement, logistics, fulfilment and manufacturing teams. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog.

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Vinculum

AUGUST 17, 2022

The software is designed with integrated business planning, demand, inventory, supply and retail optimization. The features allow the warehouse managers to manage the logistics and the basic needs of the warehouse. The robust software offers multiple solutions for the manufacturing and retail industry.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 17, 2014

14th annual Cool Chain & Controlled Room Temperature Logistics Europe. 13th annual supply chain standard Logistics & Supply Chain Conference. Transport & Logistics Forum. What’s going on in Retailing. Transport Logistic. 5th Annual Life Science Cold Chain & Temperature Controlled Logistics.

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Supply Chains Rock

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

Five years after I started complaining the retailers in the US are finally wising up and shipping to Europe -- the latest being J.Crew. According to the shipping info on the website the folks at DHL won the logistics outsourcing business. SCM Blogroll. About.com - Martins Logistics Blog. EU Logistics Hub Blog.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Production Lead Time: Encompassing manufacturing, quality control, assembly, and related processes. Read more on “Optimizing Inventory and Lead Time Management” at our Website SCM DOJO! Implement lean manufacturing principles to eliminate wasteful activities and streamline production.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. is one of a growing number of big-box retailers building out their supply chains with distribution centers designed to meet the demands of online shopping. million employees without a focus on good supply chain management.

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