73 Supply Chain by the Numbers for March 28, 2019
Supply Chain Digest
MARCH 27, 2019
Wisconsin Paper Mill gets Second Life, UPS First Revenue Generating Drone, I, DC Robot, Chinese Ship Building
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A Holistic Approach to Freight Savings with Mike Eberl
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 12, 2019
I grew up mostly in Madison, Wisconsin. I enrolled in the forestry program at the University of Wisconsin, but two years in I had an epiphany that I wanted to pursue business. I graduated with a major in finance, investment, and banking from the University of Wisconsin. [02:44]
Supply Chain by the Numbers for Week of March 19, 2015
Supply Chain Digest
MARCH 16, 2015
China Dumping Steel Worldwide at Record Pace, Wisconsin Says Yes to Right to Work, Unilever Says No to Landfill Waste, US Manufacturing Trending Down
Supply Chain by the Numbers for Week of Dec. 14, 2017
Supply Chain Digest
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Foxconn Plans for Autonomous Vehicles at Wisconsin Mega Plant, Impact of ELD Mandate Monday Unknown, Orders for Tesla Semi Keep Rolling In, New DC Woes at Mattel add to Its Woes
[PROFILE] Steve Hollich '14 - Parker CMC Networking
The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog
JANUARY 13, 2014
College: University of Wisconsin - Madison; Finance & Real Estate. Parker CMC Networking. About UCLA Parker CMC.
Supply Chain by the Numbers for Week of June 28, 2018
Supply Chain Digest
JUNE 28, 2018
Cost to Goverments for New Foxconn Factory in Wisconsin Keep Rising. Harley Says Tariffs Forcing Production Move Offshore. Amazon with New Strategy to Succeed in China. UPS, Union both Get Something Out of New Deal
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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Week of Aug. 30, 2018
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 29, 2018
More Getting RFID Implants in Wisconsin. Will Fuel Cell Truck be a Game Changer. New Record for Containers on a Ship. Way too Much Retail Space, ex Macy CEO Says
The Secret to Successful Enterprise Strategy? Always Include Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 8, 2015
In this guest commentary, John McKeller , senior lecturer for the Wisconsin School of Business Grainger Center for Supply Chain Managemen t at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explains four key considerations for successfully integrating a firm’s strategy with supply chain management.
Why America’s Cheese Capital Is at the Center of Trump’s Trade War
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 11, 2018
Another Wisconsin native, Harley-Davidson, is also on the hitlist. But hitting dairy hurts Wisconsin far more than knocking its famous motorbikes. The dairy industry contributes $43.4bn to Wisconsin’s economy each year and the state is home to about 8,500 dairy farms, more than any other state. Now Plymouth residents are worried they will become one of the first big victims of Donald Trump’s escalating trade war.
RFID, AIDC and IoT News Round Up for Aug. 28, 2018
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 27, 2018
Wisconsin Company Sees Expanding RFID Implant Numbers, Invisible Bar Codes could Ensure Meat Integrity, RFID wil Power Industrie 4.0
Solving Final Mile Logistics and Earning Customer Loyalty
Talking Logistics
MARCH 22, 2018
Mr. Rhodeen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Understanding customer expectations is a priority for businesses in all verticals and meeting (or, ideally, exceeding) those expectations is crucial to winning customer loyalty.
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Anti-Showrooming Brought to You by… Amazon?
Supply Chain Nation
JUNE 23, 2017
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signed a new law permitting the use of delivery robots on crosswalks and sidewalks across the state. But now three states — Wisconsin, Idaho and Virginia — have passed statewide laws permitting the use of robots to deliver items to people’s doorsteps. Read more in April Glaser’s Recode article, Wisconsin is now the third state to allow delivery robots.
It’s About the Journey
Supply Chain Nation
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Wisconsin summer with good friends at a Milwaukee Brewer’s baseball game. I attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where I earned my Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in industrial and systems engineering.
[INFOGRAPHIC, REPORT, & INTERACTIVE MAP] The US Manufacturing Workforce & Making it In America
Cerasis
MARCH 6, 2015
percent, 491,900 jobs), Wisconsin (16.3 percent), Wisconsin’s 6th (80,000 jobs, 22.6 percent), Wisconsin’s 8th (69,600 jobs, 19.2 percent), and Wisconsin’s 5th (66,200 jobs, 17.9
Last Mile Shipping Success Requires a Holistic Approach
Talking Logistics
APRIL 23, 2019
He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and an Masters of Business Administration from Augsburg College. Crowdsourcing apps, same-day delivery, and ecommerce trends continue to impact last mile delivery expectations. With this ever-changing landscape, cost-effective management of the last mile has become a challenge that needs a broader view.
This Week in Logistics News (October 24-28, 2016)
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 28, 2016
Almost three years ago, Wisconsin beer company Lakemaid used a drone to deliver beer to ice fishermen , an operation the FAA quickly shut down. I should have gotten the email by now.
Signing a Trucking Contract
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 9, 2012
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Signing a Trucking Contract. Before signing a Less Than Truckload (LTL) / Truckload (TL) contract with your chosen carrier, you must consider the following. Check the terms and conditions (boilerplate) of the contract with your lawyer or a Transportation Consultant or both.
What is Supply Chain Compliance and Why is it Important?
AB&R
JANUARY 10, 2019
Wisconsin. When you hear the word compliance , what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Here is a good question to help you understand what compliance should look like in your organization. What are your customer, partner, regulatory, and vendor expectations?”.
Does Your Personal Brand Reflect the Real You?
JDA software
JANUARY 23, 2019
When I type “dianne bender wisconsin” the results include links to the Milwaukee School of Engineering University where I teach part-time, professor rating sites, and a JDA’s Wednesdays for Women blog in which I participated on the topic of continuous learning. This Wednesdays for Women is another article in the “Lessons from Leaders” series featuring ideas from JDA leaders on topics of interest to anyone seeking insights and experiences that can help them grow their own leadership skills.
Hanjin, Hurricanes, Harvests May Boost Truckload Rates
DAT Solutions
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
Crops are also strong in nearby Wisconsin and Minnesota, despite flooding in the Red River Valley. The spot marketplace remains tame despite occasional surges that cause scattered rate hikes.
Chuck Intrieri Executive Profile
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 12, 2012
Chuck has been a sought after speaker (Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, trainer, and has been published in professional journals and general publications. Experienced logistics and supply chain consultant, Chuck Intrieri is a new contributor to TheLogisticsofLogistics.com. Chuck Intrieri is currently a operations and management consultant focused on third party logistics (3PL) management. Chuck Intrieri Professional Experience.
XX and XY: A Different World in Supply Chain
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 8, 2014
Verda Blythe from University of Wisconsin spoke of the building of soft skills in the academic setting to help both women and men embrace diversity. The deserts of the southwest sprawl below me as the plane ascends from San Diego.
Women in supply chain: Where did this topic go?
Kinaxis
MARCH 8, 2017
Tune into this webcast recording with top female supply chain leaders: Lora Cecere , Supply Chain Insights, Verda Blythe , Grainger Center for Supply Chain Management, Wisconsin School of Business , Laura Dionne , TriQuint , Elisabeth Kaszas , Amgen Inc.
Managing a Third Party Logistics Partnership
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2012
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When you have chosen a 3PL partner, insure that you have an effective Service Level Agreement (SLA) with accompanying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the Service Level of the 3PL. This SLA/KPI has to be negotiated and agreed upon by you and your 3PL partner.This negotiation time can take three (3) to Six (6) months.
Service Level Agreement Defined
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 6, 2013
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A service level agreement (SLA) is a contract between a Logistics service provider and a customer that specifies, in measurable terms, what services the Logistics provider will furnish. Many customers manage their Logistics providers with an SLA. The service level agreement should be detailed with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
New Report Unveils Top 5 Transportation Issues Expected in 2014
Creating Supply Chain Excellence
MARCH 13, 2014
The Consortium is led by the needs of its membership and an Advisory Board that includes executives from Domino’s Pizza, GlaxoSmithKline, Hallmark, Ingram Micro, Kane is Able, Miller-Coors, The Coca-Cola Company, Target and University of Wisconsin. Chris Ferrell, Director Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium. RALEIGH, NC — Shippers and carriers this year can expect to see many new trends related to transportation, as well as a continuation of several critical challenges from 2013.
Rhode Island Named Bottom State for Infrastructure and Transportation as US Underinvestment Takes Toll
EFT
JULY 18, 2018
Wisconsin. Wisconsin. #34. Rhode Island has been given the dubious distinction of being named the worst state in the US for infrastructure by both CNBC and US News , amongst a poor outlook for the US as a whole by the American Society of Civil Engineers.
New Survey Says Alignment of Supply Chain and Business Strategies Is Critical to Success
Creating Supply Chain Excellence
APRIL 15, 2014
The Consortium is led by the needs of its membership and an Advisory Board that includes executives from Domino’s Pizza, GlaxoSmithKline, Hallmark, Ingram Micro, Kane is Able, Miller-Coors, The Coca-Cola Company, Target and University of Wisconsin.
Fostering E-commerce Growth with Jonathan Kish
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 24, 2019
I ended up selling small parcel to companies in Minnesota and Wisconsin for a few years before transitioning into selling transportation management solutions to companies in the Pacific Northwest. [02:25] [00:21] Opening / Introduction. [01:27] 01:27] Tell us about your background.
Building a Home or Planning a Vacation: Think about S&OP and S&OE
Supply Chain Nation
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
The workshop, which will be held December 7 at the JDA Waukesha office in Wisconsin, will cover the following topics: Manage the “gap” between the current plan and the annual operating plan. I recently had the opportunity to contribute an article, S&OP Vacation, to the Winter 2017 edition of Supply Chain World magazine 1 about the sales and operations planning process.
Kimberly-Clark: A Demand-driven Leader
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 8, 2013
The first day that I worked with the Kimberly-Clark team, it was snowing in Neenah, Wisconsin. Over the course of the last six years, I have helped many companies with their demand-driven initiatives. The Kimberly-Clark organization has been my best student.
Freight Rates Adjust to Post-Hurricane Irma Demand
DAT Solutions
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
September also happens to be potato harvest season in Wisconsin , and reefer rates have soared 30% out of Green Bay in the past month. Relief efforts are underway in Florida, and our hearts go out to those recovering from Hurricane Irma.
Nashville to Host 2014 Tompkins Supply Chain Leadership Forum
Creating Supply Chain Excellence
JUNE 19, 2014
The Consortium is led by the needs of its membership and an Advisory Board that includes executives from Domino’s Pizza, GlaxoSmithKline, Hallmark, Ingram Micro, Kane is Able, Miller-Coors, The Coca-Cola Company, Target and University of Wisconsin. RALEIGH, NC, and NASHVILLE, TN. June 19, 2014 — Supply chain leaders will convene in the country music capital of the world this August for the 10 th annual Tompkins Supply Chain Leadership Forum.
The Way to Real Time Supply Chain
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 11, 2013
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A real time supply chain is able to react to market needs faster and more effectively than traditional supply chains.
Reefer Trends Signal Pre-Thanksgiving Push
DAT Solutions
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Harvests in the Upper Midwest are wrapping up, with Grand Rapids starting to fade, but Wisconsin is still strong for reefer loads. Reefer volumes were mostly in a holding pattern to close the month, similar to the last full week of October for vans.
Truck Fuel Consumption: Driving and Savings
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 4, 2013
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In studying truck fuel consumption and fuel costs in detail, I found the following facts to be true: Truck drivers face challenges, and those that best manage truck fuel consumption enjoy a competitive advantage over the rest.
Score a Supply Chain Touchdown Using Social Media
CH Robinson Transportfolio
AUGUST 12, 2014
Just as Ill continue to use social media every day at work, I know that when I watch the Gophers beat Wisconsin this year Ill be tuned in to social media. It may be summer now, but thoughts of autumn are already in my head.
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