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Wisconsin Related Topics 
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.
Promoting Women in the Trucking Industry
Ryder Exchange
JUNE 16, 2015
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin.
Women in supply chain: Where did this topic go?
The 21st Century Supply Chain
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.
Women in the Trucking Industry – from Drivers to Executives
Ryder Exchange
MARCH 6, 2015
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin.
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.
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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.
[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
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.
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.
Combined Distribution Network (CDN)
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 16, 2013
He is a guest speaker at the Purchasing Management Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. What is Combined Distribution Network (CDN) and Can a Company Gain Cost Savings by Implementing CDN. The concept of a combined distribution network (CDN) is fairly easy to comprehend. The simple definition is it that it is the combination of supply networks of different companies in the supply chain.
4 More Tips for Working With Freight Brokers
DAT Solutions
JUNE 10, 2015
My suggestion is that most freight into Wisconsin comes from other points in the Midwest, so any load into the Midwest helps you meet your goal. Last month, I had the pleasure of talking to a group of owner-operators and aspiring small fleet owners in Kansas City as part of CMC Live.
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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.
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
Changes in 2015 can open more doors for women in the trucking industry
Ryder Exchange
JANUARY 20, 2015
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin. . What women truck drivers can expect in the next 12 months.
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.
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.
"Textile Recycling Industry" The Statistics of Textile Waste in our Country and the Redistribution to Third World Countries
Supply Chain Expert Community
APRIL 14, 2015
I grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, completed my education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, majoring in logistics. I interviewed Tom Boersma who discussed "Textile Recycling Industry" The Statistics of Textile Waste in our Country and the Redistribution to Third World Countries. Can you start by providing a brief background of yourself? My whole career, I’ve worked for family-owned companies, running their warehouse operations and trucking activities.
How to attract and engage female drivers?
Ryder Exchange
NOVEMBER 24, 2014
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin. 5 tips to increase your female driver pool.
Steering women to the driver’s seat
Ryder Exchange
OCTOBER 20, 2014
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin. Could female drivers end driver shortage?
How to Become a Lean, Green Manufacturing Machine
Cerasis
JULY 2, 2015
Author information Travis Mai eCommerce Sales & Training Manager at Curt Manufacturing Travis Mai, otherwise known as “The Hitch Guy”, is the current eCommerce Sales and Training Manager for Wisconsin-based CURT Manufacturing.
Overtime Rules Face Challenges in Courts and Congress
DAT Solutions
OCTOBER 6, 2016
The states named in the lawsuit include Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin.
Score a Supply Chain Touchdown Using Social Media
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.
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.
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).
[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.
Christmas Trees Boost Rates in Unexpected Places
DAT Solutions
NOVEMBER 18, 2016
Wisconsin. Across the country, load-truck ratios are rocketing up in areas that produce and ship Christmas trees, with ratios as high as 500 loads per truck. That was the ratio for flatbeds out of Spokane on Tuesday, with 3,000 load posts and only 6 truck posts.
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.
Women in Trucking Accelerate puts focus on a positive work environment in the trucking industry
Ryder Exchange
FEBRUARY 2, 2016
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin.
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.
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.
Transportation Network Planning: Public and Private Common Ground
Supply Chain View from the Field
OCTOBER 21, 2013
A very interesting presentation was made by the Jennifer Murray on freight planning in Wisconsin. I spent the day in Washington DC listening to a variety of really intelligent people talk about transportation planning models. This may not sound like everybody’s idea of fun, but I found the discussion compelling and fascinating.
ScottsMiracle-Gro Improves Distribution System in Sustainability and Customer Service
Supply Chain Network
SEPTEMBER 7, 2011
ScottsMiracle-Gro currently has warehouses connected to operations for the co-distribution of fertilizer with growing media products at 16 locations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. A new 100,000-sq. warehouse will be added to The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s operation in Lebanon, Conn. to service the Company’s home center retail customers in northeastern U.S.
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.
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.
Bio-based Products Future is Promising, but Hurdles Exist
Supply Chain View from the Field
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
We were surprised to find that many states with the highest Location Quotients were not states that are typically associated with the biofuels economy, including Oregon, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Mississippi, Alabama, Maine, and others. 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.
This Week in Logistics News (February 18-22, 2013)
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
Here are some excerpts from the press release: In the 20 years examined, 11 states (North Dakota, Virginia, Missouri, Nebraska, Maine, Montana, Tennessee, Kansas, Wisconsin, Colorado, and Florida) made progress in all seven categories and 37 states improved in at least five of the seven metrics.
Using Aviation Innovations to Attract New Truck Drivers
Ryder Exchange
SEPTEMBER 16, 2015
Ellen’s background in the trucking industry began in 1980, when she earned a diploma in Traffic and Transportation Management while employed as Traffic Manager for a steel fabricating plant in central Wisconsin.
Women in supply chain: Where did this topic go?
Supply Chain Expert Community
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.
Insights from RILA Retail Supply Chain Conference: Top 3 Ways the Retail Revolution Impacts the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Nation
MARCH 1, 2013
When I call myself fortunate for attending I’m not just referring to leaving my home in Wisconsin for warmer temperatures in Orlando; I’m talking about the value gained from a retail show specifically focused on logistics.
LTL Carrier Profile: YRC Freight
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 24, 2013
Holland is a regional LTL carrier that provides service to the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin. LTL Carrier Profile: YRC Freight. YRC Freight is the third largest less than truckload (LTL) carrier with approximately $3.2B in sales (estimated 2012). YRC Freight has 9.2% of the less than truckload (LTL) market. YRC Freight is the largest subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc.
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