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Outlook on the Logistics & Supply Chain Industry 2012

SCM Research

The Forum’s Global Agenda Council on Logistics & Supply Chains , which meets virtually and at the annual Summit on the Global Agenda in the United Arab Emirates, has just published its second annual report. The Global Agenda Council on Logistics & Supply Chains is currently chaired by Alan C.

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Going The Extra Mile: How DP World’s DUBUY.com is Boosting Coffee Exports from Rwanda

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

There was nothing wrong with the coffee beans themselves or the way they were being shipped. After discussing the problem with several different companies to source sustainable packaging that would be fit for the task, they identified Swiss Pac, a leading manufacturer of sustainable packaging based in the United Arab Emirates.

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Logistics Report: Forecasting More Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Shifting Compet ition

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Forecasting Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Challenge. A growing number of logistics operators and industry observers see the snarls bottling up supply chains this year extending deep into 2022. Airfreight operations aren’t providing shippers much relief from global supply-chain hardships.

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How Floranow is Maximizing Customer Delight With Locus

Locus

Another key challenge was equitable pay: buyers ended up paying more and growers ended up getting less for their crops due to an ineffective and obsolete supply chain. He also saw a need to expand the product selection for buyers and the growers’ access to other markets. Digitalizing the last-mile to bring 99.5%

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What Are the Top Logistics Software Companies in Dubai and UAE?

Locus

The smartphone penetration stands highest in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with 97.6% This intelligent and flexible shipping solution helps businesses maintain consistent branded tracking and delivery experience while delivering with third-party carriers. as of Jan 2021 compared to other Middle Eastern countries.

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Ship Smarter: How to Avoid Bottlenecks in Your Global Operations

ThroughPut

Ship Smarter: How to Avoid Bottlenecks in Your Global Operations. You can’t just turn around a giant cargo ship. Even at some of the world’s best supply chains, redirecting chemicals and other products is a Herculean effort. And when shipping to volatile countries, it becomes even harder. By Ali Hasan Raza.

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Agile Strategic Sourcing for a Resilient Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The complexity and interconnectedness of the global supply chain have led to organisations becoming more dependent on suppliers than ever before. Strategic sourcing can help supply chain leaders identify potential risk factors and develop procurement mitigation plans.