The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

For visualizing a products next life or “end of product life”, I will be focussing on packaging. #1 The energy generating and saving equipment alone was able to propel the ship over the ocean in many different conditions. Packaging for consumer products is the most customer-facing marketing tool that we have.

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

In other words, last month’s announcement was a stay of execution, not a reprieve, and it’s only a matter of time before Amazon reveal plans for a comprehensive logistics network. Amazon is at the nexus of ecommerce, data, and logistics, with a drive to constantly improve their logistics network. Amazon’s logistics hiring plans.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

In the last decade, many companies, especially those with manufacturing operations, have evolved direct materials sourcing from an administrative function to a strategic procurement process. As a strategic process, transportation procurement may still seem very tedious and challenging.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

What is inbound logistics? See, there’s a big difference between handling inbound logistics yourself and outsourcing it to a trusted North Carolina third-party logistics (3PL) provider that knows the manufacturing industry. What is inbound logistics? 3PL inbound logistics services. Third-party procurement.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 24, 2022

Logistics anomalies can create problems in the shipping process, contributing to issues that affect the business and customers. In particular, businesses can rely on machine learning in logistics as a solution to anomalies. What is anomaly detection, and how can machine learning be used in logistics to help with anomalies?

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 2, 2019

Sun Tzu, the famous Chinese general, military strategist, writer, and philosopher who lived in the 6th century BC, wrote, “The line between disorder and order lies in logistics.” He was hired as a purchasing agent and was directed to obtain some procurement training at a local certificate mill.[1]

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

These are all forms of retail logistics. From managing inventory flow to ensuring that customers receive shipments on time, retail logistics streamlines the different stages of your ecommerce supply chain to keep your business running smoothly. What are retail logistics? COVID’s impact on retail logistics. Easy, right?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

In today’s blog post we continue our look at the logistics technology trends that will shape 2018. In our first post on this subject, we addressed the 5 automated logistics technologies that will serve as the foundation of the transformation to the digital logistics & supply chain landscape. download ebook.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 21, 2023

UPS Labor Contract Negotiations to Resume After labor contract renewal negotiations stalled earlier this month , parcel carrier and logistics services provider UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters representing upwards of 330,000 workers, are planning to return to the bargaining table next week to hash out the remaining issue of wages.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 27, 2024

As an all-in-one package, it cleans megatons of junk and makes everything run faster. That includes inventory tracking, order management, demand forecasting, and logistics planning. 2 Magaya Supply Chain Another logistics and supply chain management tool is the Magaya Supply Chain. Cons: It is more focused on procurement.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As part of the CMA CGM Group, CEVA Logistics has a global reach, which means that we can make a global difference. The logistics business, is predominantly a network business driven by our employees. Keeping that in mind, CEVA Logistics aspires to ensure the protection and professional development of our employees.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

As many retailers will look into sourcing products locally, re-evaluating their supply and logistics networks to optimize their supply chains will be more critical than ever. Returns management involving the implications on inventory and reverse logistics is emerging as an integral part of the end-to-end supply chain planning challenge.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2023

That function can be native if the supplier supports a big logistics network – like Infor Nexus does – or it can be provided though integration to solutions from FourKites or project44. Then, once the goods are produced the contract manufacturer may ship to a company that engages in packaging services.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

Policy 53 increases CIQ inspection on all PPE products, labels, packaging, and documentation. For a closer look at how China’s regulations impact PPE shipping, check out our recent PPE exporting video featuring our director of product development, Vincent Wong. FCL and LCL expedited ocean shipping.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. If you are familiar with the term logistics, then you undoubtedly know it conjures up a different meaning to different people , different countries, and different companies even. Read the full Post.

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 21, 2015

Today I want to discuss inbound logistics requirements. Earlier we discussed the fact that the “procure to pay” business transaction cycle includes transportation events such as tendering, pick up, in transit, dock scheduling and deliver along with full track and trace.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2023

Franklin Sorts buys deflated balls, packaging material, and a ball pump. Those materials come into their distribution center in Memphis where they inflate the balls, use a die cut machine to create the packaging, and then kit the ball and pump into the custom-made box. They also ship to Amazon to support ecommerce sales.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2019

We assist 3PLs with their bid packages to corporations, and we work with corporations who don’t see supply chain as their core activity. [01:20] While putting myself through school, I got a part-time job at JFK airport which opened my eyes to logistics. Right out of college, I worked at a logistics company in Atlanta.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 26, 2018

According to Steve Geary, President of the Supply Chain Visions family of companies and Chief Operating Officer at ROSE Solutions, logistics is the key tool in the supply chain professional’s kit. He explains, “Sun Tzu said, ‘The line between disorder and order lies in logistics.’ ”[2]. ”[7].

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QAD

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

From the automotive industry with both OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, through to packaging companies supplying the CPG industry. Then there is the procurement of replacement materials / inventory. But what about the avoidable examples such as inaccurate purchasing, poor shipping procedures and supplier underperformance?

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Elementum

AUGUST 31, 2022

The supply chain management process is comprised of a number of steps, which can usually be organized into five categories: Planning and forecasting Sourcing and procurement Manufacturing Logistics Handling returns As demonstrated by the recent food supply chain issues , a failure in one area can lead to disaster.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2021

Port backlogs, cargo limitations on container ships, and a lack of available equipment and port facility staffing. We also consult on packaging freight that makes it more appealing in a carrier’s network (stackable, etc.). Increase Stability of Transportation Procurement and Management by Partnering With GlobalTranz.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Kevin Nelson, a chief procurement officer and senior vice president at BD, agreed to be interviewed on this topic. BD and its 75,000 employees ship more than 45 billion devices annually to customers in over 190 countries. In the BD supply chain, it is the procurement team that plays a key risk management role.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 21, 2017

Now, moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon won a patent for an on-demand clothing manufacturing warehouse (Recode). Oracle Warehouse Management Cloud Update Helps Businesses Scale Logistics to Meet Multi-Channel Demand. Logistics Platform Haven Sets Sights on SAP with Launch of Haven TMS.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is the second part of Chuck Intrieri's series on how procurement and suppliers can avoid issues with their contracts. Procurement and suppliers often assume that small print is highly complicated legal jargon that is both boring and largely irrelevant. How to Begin Your Terms.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

The supply plan will include the procurement plan for their raw material supplies (Tier 2) needed for their finished goods suppliers (Tier 1). The old product development process involved shipping prototypes back and forth. To achieve this, VF has invested in their logistics infrastructure. A Digital Supply Chain Transformation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Supply chain leaders from planning to procurement to logistics face labor shortages and cost concerns, so they want to reduce workforce time spent on manual activities. Something is wrong in this retailer’s process, whether it be materials used, packing, shipping, etc., Is that the kind of customer experience they wanted?

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QAD

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Not only do they expect items in a timely fashion (like 1-2 or even same-day shipping thanks to the Amazon Effect), but customers also demand visibility. For example, the information your logistics department uses to track deliveries can be shared with your customers, and your customer support team.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

The right metrics can shed light on how cost-effective a company’s processes are when it comes to the flow of goods, both at the inbound stages of procurement and outbound all the way to the customer. According to DCL Logistics , an ideal to strive for is 95% to 99% depending on the variety of items.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 25, 2017

With the advent of digitalization, the logistics and supply chain industry is getting a complete makeover. Based on our observation of the past two years, following is a look at the trends that will revolutionize the logistics industry in 2018. Elastic Logistics. Blockchain. Delivery of Choice.

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Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Contrary to what some procurement professionals may think, all logistics solution providers are not created equal, and those who consider price only, or as main factor in their selection process, are doomed to mediocrity and perhaps even failure. Jim Tompkins. So what does Unichannel Customer Experience look like?

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In addition to standard warehousing operations, your third-party logistics (3PL) provider may be able to handle additional value-added services. With these services, your 3PL partner can perform – within the warehouse – many services that go beyond basic pick, pack and ship. The carrier is not a preferred logistics partner.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Rivian Automotive is now free to sell its EV parcel vans to other parcel carriers, and added reinforcement from multiple ocean container shipping carriers that the existing industry volume declines could extend for two to three years. The global automaker who operates non-unionized facilities across the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Global parcel logistics and transportation carrier FedEx reported fiscal Q2 quarterly financial performance this week with the implications continuing to resound across traditional and online E-commerce business circles. Reportedly, total average daily package volumes declined 10.2 Latest Quarterly Performance.

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E2open

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Expanded technology partnership enables shippers to optimize logistics and transportation spend in e2open’s Carrier Marketplace AUSTIN, Texas – Nov. 15, 2022 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. Our SaaS platform anticipates disruptions and opportunities to help companies improve efficiency, reduce waste, and operate sustainably.

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Unleashed

APRIL 21, 2024

Once confirmed, the ordered items are picked from your inventory, sorted, packed, and shipped to the customer. While order processing ensures the accuracy and efficiency of the sale transaction, order fulfilment focuses on the logistics needed to physically deliver the product to the customer, on time and without errors.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 15, 2021

Yet, the winners on this list continued to re-tool and innovate,” says Marina Mayer, editor for Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics. About Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Go to www.SDCExec.com. About Polaris. As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc.

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