Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2016

MercuryGate Launches Global, Omni-modal Freight Procurement Solution. McLeod Software Unveils New Business Process Automation Solutions for Logistics Companies. Based on the quote above from the Stifel report, it seems like my advice has been ignored. Swisslog acquires Power Automation Systems (PAS). Hub Group Inc.,

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2015

HighJump Releases HighJump Retail Advantage In-store Fulfillment Solution. SAP Plans Assortment Planning Tool for the Connected Retailer. Resilinc Launches New Solution for Supplier Capacity Management. with Predictive Execution and Big Data Views. Cass Freight Index Report for December 2014.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Journalist Heather Long ( @byHeatherLong ) reports, “Manufacturing has weathered the biggest surge in workers quitting — a nearly 60 percent jump compared with pre-pandemic. There have been about 140 walkouts at manufacturing businesses since the pandemic began, according to Payday Report, which tracks worker uprisings.

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6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

from Washington University St. “The problem that small and medium-sized firms confront is that supply chain technology is expensive…” Surveys and other research overwhelmingly show that cost is the biggest deterrent to investment in technology. Will it require frequent maintenance and re-tooling? Louis, M.S.

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Resilinc

MAY 18, 2021

As expected, the semiconductor shortage continues to plague the automotive industry with carmakers now expected to suffer losses of $110 billion in 2021, according to a widely reported estimate from Alix Partners. And, the long timeframes required to build new semiconductor fabs mean chip supply won’t be flowing anytime soon.

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 24, 2020

I was recently involved in a research discussion with Chris Yukins of George WAshington University’s Law School’s Government Procurement Program, and Thomas Kull from Arizona State University, exploring the impact of the rise of electronic marketplaces in government procurement. GSA will receive a.75

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ivalua

AUGUST 28, 2019

National survey of state procurement officials finds states are moving toward a more modern approach to buying. WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — States are becoming more data-driven and value-focused in their purchasing. Solutions-based contracts are delivering more responsive engagements.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 24, 2022

“If you’re looking for a sudden return to a normal, pre-pandemic operating environment,” writes Matt Gunn ( @mattgunn ), Vice President for solutions marketing at Slync.io, “keep waiting.”[4]. One consumer trend that won’t change is the increased use of the digital path to purchase. ”[4].

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Bloomberg reports a new analysis by University College London researchers concludes, “If the U.S. ” Christopher Martin ( @cleantechchris ) and Millicent Dent report all types of companies are profiting from pursuing sustainability. Kadir van Lohuizen ( @mediakadir ) reports, “The world generates at least 3.5

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Synovos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

More attention is now given to how integrated supply chain management reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by analyzing crucial information such as inventory volumes, frequency of issuance and purchasing patterns. It is a step-by-step process, explains Costi Campi, Senior Vice President for Global Procurement at RS Integrated Supply.

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Synovos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

More attention is now given to how integrated supply chain management reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by analyzing crucial information such as inventory volumes, frequency of issuance and purchasing patterns. It is a step-by-step process, explains Costi Campi, Senior Vice President for Global Procurement at RS Integrated Supply.

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Many metrics can be used to determine the top 3PL warehousing companies, such as company revenue, the number of warehouses, total warehouse square footage , etc. This compilation is based on the most currently available company revenue data (between 2018 and 2020) without factoring in any other metric. Ryder Solutions Inc.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 3, 2018

According to Abt, a study by the University of Washington and Seattle Department of Transportation found “e-commerce and urban growth has led to a dramatic increase in the number of vehicles circling the urban core.” ”[2]. When every building becomes a destination, the problem is exacerbated.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 1, 2022

This collaboration helps carriers plan capacity needs, temporary seasonal labor requirements, third-party transportation purchases, and more down to the zip code level. The offering allows the merged company to reach 74% of the US population across 30 states and Washington DC, according to a blog post announcing the launch.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

I had the opportunity to present at a hearing in Washington last week – this was a public meeting of the Biomass Research and Development Technical Sub-Committee. Effectively, there is no database that permits reliable reporting on the volume of biobased products sold in the US or exported for global consumers. Annual reporting.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Annually, container ships contribute approximately one billion metric tons of carbon dioxide. You must report these. These need to be reported. They include energy sources your company purchased for its use, such as electric car refueling, electricity for the building, and similar types. and the top of Virginia.

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RFgen

APRIL 18, 2016

GeekWire said e-commerce retail giant Amazon began using private agents to deliver purchases through its new Flex program in August 2015. Amazon tested Flex to try and find a solution for its massive delivery costs – $1.85 billion in the fourth quarter of 2015. Amazon’s Flex program is still in the testing phase.

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RFgen

APRIL 18, 2016

GeekWire said e-commerce retail giant Amazon began using private agents to deliver purchases through its new Flex program in August 2015. Amazon tested Flex to try and find a solution for its massive delivery costs – $1.85 billion in the fourth quarter of 2015. Amazon’s Flex program is still in the testing phase.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 17, 2023

According to the SAP announcement , at a purchase price of $18.15 The software provider will continue to be led by its existing CEO Zig Serafin and reportedly will remain headquartered in Provo, Utah and Seattle, Washington. in cash per share, the transaction corresponds to a Qualtrics equity value of approximately $12.5

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Ware2Go

APRIL 3, 2023

Multichannel fulfillment allows businesses to manage all of their sales channels through a single platform, creating efficiencies that can cut down on excess warehouse space, inventory carry costs, and inbound shipments to multiple fulfillment providers. Below are a few qualities to look for in a multichannel fulfillment solution?

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Ware2Go

APRIL 2, 2023

Multichannel fulfillment allows businesses to manage all of their sales channels through a single platform, creating efficiencies that can cut down on excess warehouse space, inventory carry costs, and inbound shipments to multiple fulfillment providers. Below are a few qualities to look for in a multichannel fulfillment solution?

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Supply Chain Network

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

The transaction will enhance XPO’s range of supply chain solutions by making XPO the second largest less-than-truckload (LTL) provider in North America, and will expand the company’s global contract logistics platform. billion combined spend on purchased transportation; • Using the larger flow of data from its combined $2.7

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Precoro

MAY 8, 2023

With over 1,000 students, the school purchases a lot of supplies for students as well as office supplies for the administration. We had the chance to discuss the school's initial approach to procurement compared to its new, automated process using software with Caroline Hickey, Business Associate at CCPCS.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing. Southern California is an expensive place to operate, so many of their manufacturing customers have embraced robotic solutions.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 23, 2021

Kroger is closing underperforming stores in Washington and California and blaming the closures on forced hazard pay), there is no doubt those workers have served the public well. 2] If that prediction proves correct, it means many shoppers won’t return to pre-pandemic shopping patterns. That is no longer the case. of total U.S.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 9, 2022

‘Goodbye Washington, for that matter.’ As Gates observes, “Through new and expanded tax credits and a long-term approach, this bill [ensures] that critical climate solutions have sustained support to develop into new industries.” ‘Goodbye New York,’ Mr. Moynihan wrote. Potential economic impact.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Journalists Ellen Nakashima ( @nakashimae ) and Rachel Lerman ( @rachelerman ) report, “The extortionists said, ‘you can restore everything by purchasing a special program from us — universal decryptor.’ Better to require companies to publicly disclose attacks and their potential cost. ’ The price: $1.2

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Two hundred boys in Washington, D.C., … Of course, the real solution was already gaining in practice by that time. Jessica Dumont ( @JLDumont6 ) reports, “An estimated 175 million Americans are gearing up for Halloween festivities this year.”[2] Dumont reports, “Candy is a key driver for the holiday.”

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 15, 2023

ushered in the modern supermarket, transforming how people expect to purchase their groceries. There have been many more changes since then, including how products are produced and packaged, how they reach supermarkets, and how the consumer ultimately purchases them.”[1] The post-WWII era in the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 5, 2023

Cheap imported tyres can deliver savings for your distribution fleet, but they may not be suitable for retreading, meaning you will need to purchase new tyres more often. Meanwhile, a high-quality tyre, costing more to purchase initially, can see its usable life extended by 50% to 90% with each retread.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

As Allyson presented her story of working for multiple consumer products companies, with very advanced technologies (demand sensing, advanced automation of forecasting, data lakes and descriptive analytics), she spoke of why at the end of the day, the most important technology that she uses is Excel. The solution was too black box.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

It’s likely that in the coming months and years, many supply chain leaders will look to automation solutions that help to minimize physical contact and the number of touches required to move products through the supply chain. “Business leaders should also look at how new tools and technologies can provide greater intelligence.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Online sales are subject to varying sales tax laws in 45 states and Washington DC, and to complicate the matter further, some states allow cities and counties to create their own sales tax laws (known as Home Rule states). Certain states require merchants to notify customers of their duty to report and pay state sales tax themselves.

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Exiger Perspectives

AUGUST 7, 2024

Acquisition of Cutting-Edge Parts and Logistics Intelligence Platform Brings XSB’s 100M+ Parts and 400M+ Parts Attributes Database In-House to Exiger WASHINGTON, DC. We’ve built a truly comprehensive suite of sourcing, logistics, sustainment solutions for PEOs, logisticians and contested logistics professionals.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 6, 2017

After a couple of quick questions about the product that she had purchased, it was obvious to me that the product itself had the right features. She commented that the error seemed to be in the way that the software was implemented, and not in the base capability of the software. A methodology to pick the best fit method.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2020

And like the trade war, the remainder of conditions may not have an immediate solution to them either. Trucking Insurance Costs on the Rise. In addition to increasing pay to compete in a tight job market, carriers have had difficulty bearing increasing transportation insurance costs. Drivers Tough to Hire, Keep.

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NC State SCRC

MARCH 31, 2020

Several articles and news reports have begun to identify the nature of these critical shortages. Late last week I read the results of a recent University of Washington modeling study , that identified the nature of the shortages that we are likely going to see in the next several weeks. Why did this happen?

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