The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2023

Prior to starting the company, Mike spent several years in the supply chain industry where he was Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio–based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services). At Jarrett, the philosophy is that supply chain partners should have no limits.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2022

Walmart steps up automated store distribution. Cyberattack on Toyota’s supply chain shuts 14 Japanese factories. E2open acquires Logistyx Technologies. Xerox addresses $300m backlog due to supply shortages. Ukraine in the news: War in Ukraine disrupts ships around the globe. US goods trade deficit hits record high.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

We salute the year’s top advancements in supply chain technology and processes. Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. Warehouse Automation.

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 13, 2023

North Carolina has once again been recognized as the “Best State for Business” by CNBC. And factors related to logistics in North Carolina remain a big reason. CNBC Best State for Business North Carolina continues to rack up the ‘best state’ awards.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

When evaluating the 3PL provider in charge of your pharmaceutical distribution warehouse, safety is the name of the game. Key pharmaceutical distribution warehouse questions to ask a 3PL. Most 3PLs will use their warehouse management systems (WMS) to segregate products within the pharmaceutical distribution warehouse.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

is bringing a piece of its supply-chain operations in-house as the company reviews broader operations and management of its distribution.” As I’ve said before, outsourcing used to be a one-way street: one you outsourced your logistics operations, especially warehousing and distribution, you rarely brought it back in-house.

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 29, 2021

For companies within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, the pandemic has further highlighted the importance of supply chain visibility. Supply chain visibility in the wake of COVID. Shortages of these supplies made headlines and shone a light on the lack of visibility within the healthcare supply chain.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 26, 2018

Disruption is generally anathema in supply chain circles. 2] That may be true; nevertheless, Luigi De Bernardini ( @ldebernardini ), CEO of Autoware, asserts, “Digitalization is impacting and probably disrupting the supply chain — or at least the traditional concept we have for supply chain.”[3]

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Supply chains have been around since people realized they had things worth trading. As new technologies emerged, supply chains transformed to take advantage of these technologies. As a result, transformation has been and remains an essential characteristic of supply chains.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2016

Prior to the merger, order fulfillment for the train side of the business was managed by a third-party logistics provider (3PL), while the NASCAR collectibles side of the business managed its own fulfillment from a 75,000 square foot warehouse in North Carolina. Why Descartes as a technology partner?

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Successfully rolling out a supply chain management system can be an extraordinarily complex and stressful project – not to mention expensive. In this guide to implementing supply chain management systems: What is a supply chain management system? Why implement a supply chain management system?

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

As a professor, advisor, and supply chain practitioner, Justin has helped supply chain and logistics companies gain a competitive advantage through sustainability. Sustainable Logistics involves examining the ecological, social, and financial impacts of logistics, transportation, and supply chain activities.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

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. Inbound logistics refers to the supply chain operations that lead up to the creation of the finished product.

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Resilinc

APRIL 30, 2024

Discover why experts predict robust storms and how to safeguard your supply chain. The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be extremely active, with multiple forecasts predicting above-average activity, increasing the potential for supply chain disruptions. Resilinc’s data reflects this change.

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Kanban Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Warehousing services are a key component of virtually any business that handles a physical product, but it takes time and money if you choose to manage the function internally. Fortunately, outsourcing warehouse services to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider can offer substantial cost-saving benefits for your company.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Here is what I expect to see next year: Global supply chain footprints will continue to expand.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

A recent episode of CBS’s “60 Minutes” ran a segment on some of the issues involved in the current global supply chain crisis — focusing primarily on U.S. For the supply chain to work smoothly, a complex and highly choreographed dance, involving both full and empty shipping containers, must be performed.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2023

If you’re outgrowing your current warehousing partner or are ready to make the leap from DIY to a more robust operation, 3PL outsourcing may be the answer. In this article, we’ll tell you a little about what a 3PL warehousing operation looks like and give you 5 benefits that an outsourced 3PL relationship can have for your business.

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Kanban Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2021

One of these effects is an increased demand for warehousing space that will make it harder to find space of your own and will also ensure that you pay more for the space you do find. Tightening of warehouse space availability. The biggest driver of this increased warehouse space demand is eCommerce. in Q2 from 14.8%

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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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MIT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

The transient fulfillment center is symptomatic of more profound changes in last-mile supply chains inspired by e-commerce demands. Nowhere are these changes more evident than in warehousing. Adapting existing stores to function as warehouses is another example. sales, supply chain, and finance, for example?—?can

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Food products require special care and handling across the entire supply chain. Finding the right food-grade warehouse provider for storage and distribution is an important task that shouldn’t be taken lightly. This process utilizes sensors to measure temperature in different areas of the warehouse space.

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The modern warehouse offers much more than basic storage. While you can build and staff your own warehouse and perform these services yourself, more and more companies see the value in handing warehousing operations off to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Types of 3PL Warehousing. The Warehouse Management System.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 26, 2021

The impacts of the warehouse labor shortage continue to be felt across the supply chain. The need for warehouse labor is greater than ever, but there just haven’t been enough workers to meet the demand. Current state of warehouse labor shortage. Current state of warehouse labor shortage. First the good news.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

It will deliver tropical-storm-level winds by noon Thursday to North Carolina's coast, and hurricane-force winds and dangerous storm surges by late Thursday or early Friday. For residents and businesses in the Carolinas and neighboring states, it’s vital to take all evacuation warnings and damage estimates seriously.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 18, 2022

I’m based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, which is a beautiful part of the country. I was involved in their software development programs for frameworks. I still think it is the melting pot of the world and an amazing hub for technology. The world has evolved and technology continues to evolve.

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Kanban Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

When it comes to warehousing, many companies eventually outgrow the “do it yourself” model and choose to hand the reins over to a third-party logistics (3PL) professional. What’s important to understand, however, is that many 3PLs are capable of a wide array of warehouse services in addition to the basics. Some might surprise you.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

It will deliver tropical-storm-level winds by noon Thursday to North Carolina's coast, and hurricane-force winds and dangerous storm surges by late Thursday or early Friday. For residents and businesses in the Carolinas and neighboring states, it’s vital to take all evacuation warnings and damage estimates seriously.

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Kanban Logistics

MAY 27, 2021

Whether you’re looking for drivers or warehouse workers, they’re harder to attract, hire, and retain than ever. In addition to the increase in labor costs, warehousing space post-pandemic has become scarce and more expensive. 3PLs that offer shared warehousing models can help offset these expenses.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog features its latest full edition of This Week in Supply Chain Technology. This column serves as a news capsule of specific developments occurring in the supply chain technology sector. The action is termed an assignment for the benefit of the company’s creditors.

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 27, 2023

For just about any company, however, there are multiple scenarios in which cross docking can bolster your supply chain. This occurs at a cross docking warehouse , though the products will only be stored for a short period of time – or storage may be skipped altogether. Your goods are arriving in a container.

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In the dynamic world of eCommerce fulfillment, pick and pack services play a pivotal role in ensuring that products move seamlessly from the warehouse to a customer’s mailbox. Picking: The First Step The picking phase involves selecting items from the warehouse shelves to fulfill customer orders. population in just one day.

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Kanban Logistics

JUNE 11, 2020

Quality third-party logistics (3PL) providers can protect the safety and efficacy of your products throughout crucial points of your supply chain. Any warehousing assessment should first start with the 3PL’s ability to comply with industry regulations. Can the 3PL warehouse meet your product’s climate needs?

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Kanban Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If you are searching for 3PL order fulfillment companies in North Carolina, or anywhere, you may come up against “minimums.” The 3PL’s reasoning is twofold: (a) warehouse space is valuable and (b) the company makes its money in eCommerce order fulfillment whenever your products are touched (e.g., Don’t forget technology.

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Despite this growth, Resilinc’s half-year data for 2023 shows that Aerospace is one of the top five industries impacted by supply chain disruptions. This isn’t surprising, considering factory fires have been the leading supply chain disruptions across all industries tracked by Resilinc for five consecutive years !

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. With how quickly new technology, tips and warehouse management techniques are emerging, wouldn’t it be nice to take a page from someone else’s book? Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics.

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

For example, shipping an inaccurate order can trigger a return shipment to the warehouse and a second shipment of a correct order. By requiring suppliers to adhere to sustainable practices, companies can extend their commitment to sustainability throughout their supply chain, reducing the environmental impact of logistics operations.

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