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Better Ways to Address Trade-Offs with Supply Chain Optimization

Logistics Viewpoints

Malcolm McLean, a trucker from North Carolina, was tired of waiting. Supply chain optimization has also improved in significant ways that can address these trade-offs better than before. Optimizing one link doesn’t optimize the entire supply chain – you must consider the impact of any decision on the entire network.

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The Greenest Mile: Planning’s Role in Supply Chain Sustainability

Logistics Viewpoints

But they’ve also invested in route optimization, which uses algorithms to save up to 10 million gallons of fuel annually by reducing miles driven in the US. To get to these greenest miles and achieve the changes necessary to combat climate change we must transform our supply chains to a circular model.

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Economic Aspects of Supply Chains

American Global Logistics

Understanding the Economic Impact of Supply Chains In a report titled "Understanding the Economic Impact of North Carolina's Supply Chain: Conduit for Prosperity and Economic Development," researchers Dana Magliola, Lindsay Schilleman, and John Elliott shed light on the economic impact of supply chains in North Carolina.

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Who is the Supply Chain Planner in the Age of AI?

Logistics Viewpoints

AI and machine learning (the subset of techniques most in use in business today) figure prominently on the agenda, as companies want to improve forecast accuracy with demand sensing, predict yields and lead times, optimize inventory, get recommendations on how to respond to disruptions, and more.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech- October 10 2023

Supply Chain Matters

The start-up’s foundational AI model is termed “ Claude ” and has previously been made available as part of an AWS service termed Bedrock. is being established cooperatively by OCEMA , Georgia Ports Authority, Jacksonville Port Authority, North Carolina State Ports Authority, SACP, and CCM.

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Why 3PL outsourcing for warehousing operations makes sense

Kanban Logistics

Warehousing operations with a 3PL partner typically follow a shared warehousing model. Instead of the large overhead associated with the DIY and contract warehouse models, you pay only for the space and services you require. With this model, pay a 3PL to fully dedicate one (or more) of its warehouses to your operation.

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Peloton’s Supply Chain Strategy Turnabout

Supply Chain Matters

In our client services and published Supply Chain Matters commentaries over the years, we strive to educate and assist the supply chain management community link and align line-of-business sales and service strategies with that of the most optimal product demand and supply chain network capabilities. Business Model.