The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

Ron has also played a key role in the success of FourKites, a logistics technology company. Ron holds a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University. Walton Supply Chain College. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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Logility

JUNE 28, 2022

With Starboard’s Digital Twin Technology, Logility Clients Can Better Answer “What if” Scenarios and Optimize Supply Chain Networks to Overcome Disruptions and Drive Growth. a Traverse City, Michigan based innovator of supply chain network design software. ATLANTA (June 28, 2022) – Logility, Inc.,

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RFgen

JANUARY 21, 2025

The global supply chain is transforming rapidly. Rapid technological advancements offer opportunities but require constant adaptation. Therefore, traditional supply chain management is no longer enough; businesses must embrace new strategies to thrive. Inventories are down.

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3PL Insights

APRIL 7, 2025

April 7, 2024 — Evans Distribution Systems , a full-service third-party logistics (3PL) provider of warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, value-added, and staffing solutions, has activated 378,000-square-feet of additional warehouse space in Allen Park and Detroit, as a General Purpose Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) No.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

Logistics and Supply Chain – 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and supply chain, 1940 – 2040. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain basics. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. The Shift to Reshoring: Why Its Happening Economic and Geopolitical Drivers Trade Tensions and Tariffs Global trade policies continue to reshape supply chains, with U.S.-China

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

We conclude that different types of loans may help e-commerce supply chains. Grown from the concept of the e-commerce supply chain – end-to-end process from product sourcing through delivery, it has become the determining factor in a business advantage. Here, we get another central point, the capital.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2025

Supply chain disruptions have become all too common. While some warehouses overflow, others sit nearly empty, creating a frustrating paradox of excess and scarcity. The problem lies in effectively balancing inventory across the supply chain. When demand surges, inventory needs to rise, and vice-versa.

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Third-party logistics companies ( 3PLs ) specialize in distribution, warehousing and fulfillment services. Today, there are many top 3PL warehousing companies that handle warehousing, fulfillment, logistics and distribution services for companies of all sizes. Revenue: €63.3 billion/$72.43 Smith 4.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 9, 2025

Whether a brand is shipping products to the East Coast, Midwest, or southern states, Detroit serves as a central launching pad that can significantly streamline the supply chain. One standout example is Michigan Central, a tech and mobility innovation district led by Ford Motor Company.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

Steve has 20+ years of experience as a Program Manager/Design Lead/Project Manager implementing both Microsoft Dynamics AX / Dynamics 365 as well as tier I and tier II warehouse management and transportation software solutions. He attended Michigan State University where he received his bachelor of science in chemical engineering.

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3PL Insights

JULY 19, 2021

Evans offers a full spectrum of 3PL services including warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, value-added services, staffing and packaging. In 2021, Evans launched a new business intelligence tool, known as evans365 , for customers to gain more insight into their account activity. Click here to download the press release.

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Logility

JULY 27, 2022

And that is answer (d) — put the warehouse at Customer A’s location and then ship 300 miles to customer B. These studies have historically required complicated and hypersensitive software, the studies last for multiple months, and they can cost in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. It’s time for a digital, sustainable supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2021

Ryan earned a degree in History from the University of South Florida and then a Law degree from Michigan State University. In Ryan’s experience great technology is important but finding and keeping the right people is the key to success in the 3PL business. Ryan Schreiber is the Director of Engagement at CarrierDirect in Chicago.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Sean is the Chief Commercial Officer of Capstone Logistics , a leading provider of technology-enabled warehouse services, freight management, and last mile distribution solutions. Previously, Sean held supply chain operations, design, consulting, and sales roles with companies such as EDS, Arthur Anderson, Ryder, and Kenco.

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QAD

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Transportation, scheduling and on-time delivery are important for any manufacturer and inventory manager to keep manufacturing and supply chain businesses running smoothly. Unforeseen disruption can cause unexpected delays, but there are many operations in the manufacturing industry that can be streamlined through automation.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 21, 2016

Meanwhile, eCommerce is catalyzing significant changes in retail real estate as more companies vie for warehouse space and transportation services to meet a growing number of online orders, explains Alexander Frei and John Morris of Area Development. Warehousing Expansion Is a Must. Warehouses Renew Focus on Inventory Control.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2022

” Supply Chain Management and Logistics. One of the persistent questions asked in the supply chain sector is what is the difference between supply chain management (SCM) and logistics? ” Journalist David Widdifield agrees that logistics is subset of supply chain management. .”

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 9, 2024

Supply Chain Matters features our latest full edition of This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , a compilation of funding, partnership and other noteworthy financial announcements related to supply chain technology providers. Our last full edition of this column was published on July 10.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2022

Connectiv produces world-class industry leading events that focus on disruptive technology. Manifest is an event that is focused on the future of logistics technology and how technology is transforming and disrupting the supply chain and how goods are moved around the world. A lot is technology-related.

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3PL Insights

MAY 3, 2021

May 03, 2021— Evans Distribution Systems, a leading provider of third-party logistics and supply chain solutions, launched a new business intelligence tool: evans365. The tool provides warehouse customers a holistic view of their account activity based on real-time data. “As MELVINDALE, Mich.,

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Ever since COVID-19’s onset, academics have been weighing in on the best ways to address supply chain weaknesses and rebuild the industry. Take, for example, this whitepaper by Michigan State University’s Department of Supply Chain. A dynamic, agile model is the true-blue superhero of supply chain—here’s why.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Ever since COVID-19’s onset, academics have been weighing in on the best ways to address supply chain weaknesses and rebuild the industry. Take, for example, this whitepaper by Michigan State University’s Department of Supply Chain. A dynamic, agile model is the true-blue superhero of supply chain—here’s why.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2016

A just released study of CEO intentions by PwC on behalf of JDA Software found that CEOs plan to spend 26 percent of their capital investments this year on omni-channel capabilities. Most retail and consumer goods warehouses and distribution centers were originally set up to ship bulk replenishments to stores. Omni-channel and the DC.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 22, 2020

supply chains face seasonal risks as the hurricane season begins — and it could be a tough season. Generally, however, technology can help. These catastrophic storms can cause supply chain disruptions due to port and airport closings, flooding of major roads, communication disruptions and power outages.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 3, 2016

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Wal-Mart says it is 6-9 months from using drones to check warehouse inventory (Reuters). Michigan Puts Forward Bills to Allow for Public Sales of Driverless Cars (WSJ- sub. Enspire Commerce Launches Next Generation Point of Sale (POS) Software.

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Logility

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Back in the mid 1990’s when I first entered the Supply Chain field as a freshly minted MBA from the Eli Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University, I was full of “state of the art” knowledge from visionary teachers like Don Bowersox, David Closs, Steven Melnyk and others.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 23, 2015

These findings suggest that those who are worried about reconfiguring stores or warehouses to pick online orders faster might be better off to first look at the supply chain basics of planning and transportation. Jim has an MBA from the University of Michigan and a BSME from Marquette University.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2013

Menlo Worldwide Logistics is Con-Way’s supply chain division. Menlo provides supply chain solutions including: transportation management, warehouse management, and information technology. to the Ann Arbor, Michigan in 2011. Con-Way Truckload has over 2,600 tractors and more than 8,000 trailers.

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Requis

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Supply chain optimization consultant, author, and podcaster Marcia Williams has been working in supply chain since 2004. On episode 18 of Supply Chain Next, Marcia talks with host Richard Donaldson about what works and what doesn’t when it comes to digital transformation. ?. I use finance to show the value.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 27, 2019

Jillian DeWitt, Value-Added and Warehouse Operations Intern. Jillian is entering her final year at the University of Dayton in the Operations and Supply Chain program. Jillian’s favorite part of the internship was learning all about foreign trade zones and working with a diverse group of warehouse employees. “It

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

At the next Logistics Bureau Free Executive Breakfast (which will take place in August), I’ll be discussing the alignment of supply chain and business strategy along with eight other important levers for supply chain performance improvement. A Long History of Supply Chain Strategy Misalignment.

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NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 8, 2016

As a young assistant professor at Michigan State University in 1992, I was part of a group called the Global Procurement Benchmarking Initiative. This initiative benchmarked over 300 global companies, and set forth many of the principles for what we called “World Class Supply Chains”.

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Elementum

JUNE 7, 2022

The baby formula shortage shows executives need to stop thinking of supply chain management as a cost center and start treating it like a profit-maker. Ripe as each of these avenues of exploration might be, we’re going to look at this story strictly through the lens of the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 29, 2022

In this regular edition of our featured column, Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , we provide a capsule synopsis of noteworthy supply chain management focused technology news which we believe would be of specific interest to our global-based multi-industry supply chain readership.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This isn’t just a hopeful vision, but the prime objective of Pfizer’s supply chain modernization. The story of the Pfizer supply chain goes beyond just moving products. Join us as we explore how cutting-edge technology and a dedication to science converge to deliver lifesaving medications around the world.

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