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This Week in Logistics News (October 15 – 21)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. IKEA test autonomous trucks in Texas. Self-driving truck startup Kodiak Robotics said that it has begun a pilot program with IKEA in Texas. McCormick’s move to aggressively eliminate costs comes after a year of supply chain disruptions.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Aside from health and wellness products from Walgreens, prescription pet medications from easyvet and first-aid kits from Texas Health, Wing’s drones will also deliver pints of ice cream from Blue Bell Creameries. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize.

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The Increasing Role of Climate Change in Supply Chain Disruptions

NC State SCRC

Major supply chain disruptions due to weather related incidents are on the rise, and one can’t dismiss these as a “once in a century” event any more. Resins was a market that was just getting to the point of being balanced with demand following COVID, but continues to experience record high pricing, and difficulty in sourcing.

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Halal Cluster Network: Connecting regional halal clusters

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported having a clear overall plan for digital transformation. Whilst 50% of respondents agreed that their use of data/analytics/AI/ML will be central to adjusting more effectively to dramatic supply chain disruptions.

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. He has a keen interest in digitalization and the value it generates throughout the supply chain. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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Building Profitability with Agility while Digitally Transforming the Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Many companies were in the midst of digitally transforming their supply chain when the Convid-19 pandemic hits. Some companies chose to forgo the transformation initiatives to focus on dealing with disruptions to their business. Plan and Execute for Success.

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The Impact of the Red Sea Ship Attacks on Global Supply Chains and Logistics

Resilinc

In this blog, we will look at the supply chain and logistics impact of the Red Sea ship attacks and discuss what businesses can do now to preserve supply chain resilience. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC): A global shipping and logistics company. Nippon Yusen : Transportation and logistics.