Talking Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2023

As I highlighted last February in “The Labor Shortage Problem: Why It’s Bigger Than You Think And How To Address It,” which included insights from a presentation by labor economist Ron Hetrick titled “The Demographic Drought,” there are various factors leading to decreased labor availability around the world.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

With a looming economic headwind on the horizon, the industries of the world can navigate through these challenges by riding three major trends: supply chain disruption, sustainability, and workforce turnover. To thrive and survive, it’s more than shortening time-to-market but also time-to-value.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Wrapping Up the Samsung Webinar Presented by LogiSYM. This webinar was presented by LogiSYM, in collaboration with Samsung Mobility. to supply chains and this webinar, hosted by LSCMS President, Dr. Earlier this year, SAMSUNG launched an updated suite of mobility solutions that add capability and performance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The Association for Supply Chain Management ( ASCM ) hosted its annual conference, ASCM CONNECT , on September 18 – 20 in Chicago. I found the presentation by UScellular especially interesting. As such, I assumed that supply chain wasn’t a core competency. Network Supply Chain Restructure.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Samsung Roundtable Presented by LogiSYM. This roundtable was presented by LogiSYM, in collaboration with Samsung Electronics. On the ground and in person with supply chain industry professionals networking and learning in a safe environment. Held Last January 27, 2022.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2023

In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? It introduced the survey we had just launched to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives. Meanwhile, labor constraints are as binding as ever.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

Let’s just come right out and say it – without the ability to capture, aggregate, and understand your supply chain data, you have gray area within your organization. How can you make it all work together and build a better supply chain business, fast? If You Can’t Access the Truth, How Can You Determine the Truth?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 22, 2022

The Looming Supply Chain Threat with Felix Asare. Felix Asare and Joe Lynch discuss the looming supply chain threat. In the podcast interview, Felix explains why cyber-hacking and cyber-terrorism is a looming supply chain threat. Learn More About The Looming Supply Chain Threat. Key Takeaways.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 10, 2023

As Christmas draws near, it’s impossible not to think of Santa — and as the CEO of an AI company that optimizes supply chain , it’s impossible to ignore his looming logistical challenge. Santa has magic serving as his logistics manager. No wonder supply chain managers feel overwhelmed!

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published yesterday, “Creating Resilience Amid Disruption: 2020 Supply Chain Market Research.” Read more Supply Chain Resilience: Back in the Spotlight.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Author’s Note: The following is an excerpt of the presentation I recently gave at LabelMaster’s Dangerous Goods Symposium 2022 titled, “Addressing the Trust Problem in Supply Chain Management: Why It Matters.” Read more Addressing the Trust Problem in Supply Chain Management.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Strategic Priorities for Post Pandemic Supply Chains by Mark Millar, Keynote Speaker, Professional Moderator, Trusted Advisor, Visiting Lecturer, Commissioned Author Global Supply Chain Ecosystems Cumulative disruptions have exposed the profound interdependencies and inherent vulnerabilities in today’s very complex, global supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2022 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane.

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CHAINalytics

JUNE 9, 2022

Transport keeps supply chains moving. However, the European transport market has recently suffered more disruption than ever before, resulting in many supply chains grinding to a halt.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends Feature Article by Laurent Sik , Head of Operations, CEVA FVL APAC Automobiles, as a form of transportation, are indispensable in today’s world and will remain a crucial part of our lives for a long time to come.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In February, Klaus Niebur, the director of global supply chain risk management at Autoliv, and Jan Thiessen, the managing director at targetP!, spoke on best practices on supply chain risk management at ARC Advisory Group’s Digital Transformation in Industry conference. The implementation was not trivial.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2018

Achieving end-to-end supply chain visibility has been the Holy Grail for industry executives — always desired, but seldom achieved. This has been an ongoing challenge, in part, because supply chain networks, technologies, and processes are always changing, making supply chain visibility a moving target.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Geopolitical concerns motivated Les Williams and Andres Franzetti , Co-founders of Risk Cooperative, to ask, “How will current tensions across the globe affect the supply chain?”[1] There is much more work needed to diversify and reinforce the global supply chain. He goes on to suggest five such steps.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

I’ve said it before (right here in Logistics Viewpoints), but it’s worth repeating: the digital transformation of our complex global supply chains is an ongoing journey. The entire supply chain industry was caught flat-footed by the seismic disruptions wrought by the pandemic. Why is this shift such a big deal?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2021

Large swings in supply and demand for different product categories and changes in distribution patterns left logistics managers grappling with the biggest challenge of their careers. Challenges that were made all the more difficult by one of the most basic yet complex questions in logistics, “How long will it take to get there?”

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 18, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from the team at Coupa and explores an agile and resilient supply chain. Building resiliency and agility require collaboration.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Circular Economy and Information Sharing – The Role of Logistics Feature Article by Beverly Lege , Research Associate and PhD Candidate at Hamburg University of Technology, Institute of Business Logistics and General Management, Thomas Twenhöven , PhD Candidate at Kuehne Logistics University and Prof.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The overarching rule that all actions taken are meant to meet the needs of the present society without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs, is a key driver. The global supply chain industry has by default, a large environmental impact, through its carbon footprint. Acting for People.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sustainable supply chains are not just beneficial for society and the environment; they’re crucial for a business’s future prosperity. For that, long-term supply chain planning and budgeting needs data to back every decision. A green supply chain boosts brand reputation and can lead to increased sales.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 31, 2019

The trends in blockchain in supply chain and logistics circles are becoming synonymous with transparency and visibility, and the trends in blockchain and supply chain and logistics will revolutionize how companies maintain compliance and expand. In a sense, blockchain will become the new Incoterm.

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DELMIA Quintiq

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

In the crowded retail marketplace, customer experience is key, and logistical capabilities are what set the winners apart from the less prepared. The growing importance of customer experience represents a challenge for the industry, on top of the ever-present need to control costs. However, these are not the only concerns.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The historically predictable supply chain no longer functions as it did in the past. Longer lead times, complex handoffs between logistics providers, data flow between disparate systems…requires a new way of thinking for efficient inventory moves from origin to the final customer efficiently. Description: . Steve Rowen .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Driving Sustainable Supply Chain Change. By 2025, to improve long-term supply chain profitability, 60% of manufacturers in global supply chains will invest in software tools to support sustainability and circular economy business models.”. “By In Asia, Governmental and Finance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The latest capability for merchants shows that the e-commerce giant is trying to control more inventory deeper in the supply chain before it’s sold. The post This Week in Logistics News (September 9 – 15) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 15, 2023

Blythe Brumleve and Joe Lynch discuss the state of logistics podcasting. They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 29, 2022

Overcoming the Data Gap to Improve Supply Chain Margins & Efficiencies. Supply chains are under stress: Climate change, Covid-19, component shortages and more cause disruptions and bottlenecks. This webinar presents opportunities for supply chains to consider, discuss and implement.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 16, 2020

Managing reverse logistics presents new challenges in the post COVID-19 world. Instead of simply managing returns and isolating defects, supply chain executives must now consider how returned products could lead to higher safety risks. The supply chain coronavirus (COVID-19) impact also undermines efficiency in.read More.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 20, 2020

This time of the year, I’m usually on the road delivering keynote presentations at industry conferences. COVID-19, however, has not cancelled the need for supply chain and logistics professionals to stay informed of industry trends, and for. Read more Impact of COVID-19: Insights from Indago Supply Chain Members.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The majority of positions are for in-store workers while others roles are for the company’s supply-chain facilities. Diesel trucks will have a limited future in California under the new rule, one of a series of regulations that target carbon emissions across the state’s supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. This requires complete transparency across all steps and events along the entire supply chain. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics. Mix of measures opens up new era in transport logistics.

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The Smart Software

MAY 8, 2023

Smart Software CEO and APS Inventory & Logistics Manager to present USMA 2023 Session on APS supply chain transformation project and the role of inventory optimization technology in their new process. The post Smart Software Customer, Arizona Public Service to Present at USMA 2023 appeared first on Smart Software.

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The Smart Software

MAY 8, 2023

Smart Software CEO and APS Inventory & Logistics Manager to present USMA 2023 Session on APS supply chain transformation project and the role of inventory optimization technology in their new process. The post Smart Software and Arizona Public Service to Present at USMA 2023 appeared first on Smart Software.

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