Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 27, 2018

New survey finds that only 27% of companies have structured, quantitative assessment of financial impact related to supply chains. Today’s procurement landscape is evolving, as is the role of today’s procurement leaders,” said Bill DeMartino, General Manager of North America at riskmethods.

Supply Chains 137

Supply Chains Procurement Survey Industry 137

Logistics Manager

OCTOBER 1, 2020

The world’s first in-water remote ship surveys using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) have been completed by leading classification society, DNV GL. The latest in-water survey of this kind was performed earlier in July on another ASA Wilson-managed vessel in Bergen, Norway.

Survey 74

Survey Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Maritime 74

Mazars Ledger

MAY 18, 2017

Mazars USA LLP is pleased to announce the release of the 2017 Water Industry Outlook. We received an excellent… The post 2017 Water Industry Outlook appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

Industry 40

Industry Survey Groups Distribution 40

Stord

DECEMBER 31, 2017

That figure is doubled as compared to the same time period in 2017. In a Truckstop.com survey, 83% of respondents said they expected demand to increase over the next 6 months; that is a strong measure of confidence in the need for trucking capacity. Every industry faces hiring obstacles. What do all these numbers indicate?

Industry 78

Industry Survey Capacity Webinar 78

Mazars Ledger

JULY 19, 2017

Water Industry Outlook 2017 Recap appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States. Water made headlines in main street newspapers in 2016, with the major contamination discovery in Flint, Michigan, the drought in… The post U.S.

Industry 40

Industry Survey Article Distribution 40

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

I learned that fact (and many more important things) at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference in New Orleans this week. Elemica Delivers Predictive Visibility to Global Industrial Supply Chains. According to the survey results, only 33 percent of small carriers have fully integrated ELDs into their fleet. Bloomberg).

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Survey 0

GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

o, also referred to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In today’s post we will talk about what is Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0: The Fourth Industrial Revolution. So what is “industry 4.0?” According to Accenture, they define Industry 4.0 The core of Digital Industry 4.0 Revolution.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Digital Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 100

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Complex supply chains generate more data, which companies can use to drive greater efficiency or engage in innovation that disrupts an entire industry—think Amazon. of organizations stating that they are either very or somewhat willing to share data with 3PLs and other solution providers (eft 2017). Getting There.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 166

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.” The findings were derived from an online survey of 250 executives at leading U.S.

Optimal Sourcing 94

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Trends 94

Transporeon

MARCH 6, 2018

"2018 is proving to be as challenging for shippers and carriers as the second half of 2017 since carriers are reporting capacity utilization rates of 95% and higher," said Florian Dussler, managing director and vice president Americas at Transporeon Group. "In Now is the time to take action to combat carrier capacity issues.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 48

Logistics Network Optimization Software Survey Supply Chain Software Capacity 48

Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

significantly improved their ability to generate cash in 2017, producing the strongest working capital performance since 2008. In 2017, companies significantly extended payments to suppliers, taking 3.4 In 2017, companies significantly extended payments to suppliers, taking 3.4 working capital performance in 2017.

Optimal Sourcing 92

Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Survey Inventory 92

Transporeon

DECEMBER 4, 2016

Ocean freight rates are expected to increase significantly in 2017 Based on a survey conducted by our benchmarking partners Xeneta , more than half (56%) of the respondents expect rates to increase while 44% believe rates will remain stable. Most importantly, no one expects that rates will decline in 2017. Contact us today.

Price Reduction 48

Price Reduction Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Freight 48

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2024

Lucas Systems, a seasoned player in the industry, is a prime example. In a survey I did years ago, the main benefits of Voice were that it was easier to make new workers productive, there was an increased ability to use nonnative speakers, Voice was easier to use in freezers, and there were fewer injuries.

Optimization Software 164

Optimization Software Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization 164

The Logistics Academy

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

According to the new “Global Freight Forwarding 2017 Report” compiled by the London-based think tank Transport Intelligence (Ti) , a continuation of excess capacity issues and lower average oil prices in 2016 led rates to fall in both air and sea freight, meaning most forwarders reported lower year-on-year revenues. Digitize or die.

Freight forwarding 56

Freight forwarding Digital Supply Chain Planning Software Freight 56

GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

2017 is projected to be a year in which more shippers break out of the mold, embracing newer transportation management systems ( TMSs ). Unfortunately, this means predictions for adoption rates in 2017 would be likely to remain in this range. It is in your best interest to implement a TMS now, and 2017 is the year to do it.

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction 55

Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

This study should cause retail industry stakeholders to consider the immediate positive impact item-level RFID can have on supply chain efficiency. It examined the flow of information between the brands and retailers over a one-year period from June 2017 to June 2018. Researchers anticipate Phase 2 will be completed in mid-2019. .

RFID 114

RFID Ordering Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 114

GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Previous applications of the IIoT in manufacturing have led to a savings of 12 percent across the industry.

Manufacturing Procurement 70

Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Industry 70

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2021

According to one survey , only 27% of leaders believe that they have the talent needed to meet current supply chain performance requirements. The life sciences industry has some complex requirements that make transformations in that industry particularly difficult. AGCO Logistics Team Accepts Prestigious Supply Chain Award.

Supply Chain Planning Software 161

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 161

Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Since the third quarter of 2017, many manufacturers have been regularly confronted by scarcity in the transportation market – a problem they haven’t encountered in years. In the context of cross-industry implementation of continuous-flow and lean manufacturing, delivery volumes are shrinking and delivery times are being reduced.

Price Reduction 101

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Capacity 101

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

The results, based on a representative survey among more than 200 companies, shed unparalleled insight into key challenges in the industry, as well as best practices to improve supply chain performance and operation. One example is Scandinavian furniture giant Ikea. She lives in the Boston area.

Supply Chain Design Software 129

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 129

Carter Logistics

JUNE 12, 2019

According to a report* by UCL Hazard Research Center, there were 16 weather-related events in 2017 in the United States alone that cost one billion dollars each. Day-to-day climate change has affected companies of all industries through energy and transport efficiency, crop growth rate, a surge in customer demand, and much more.

Supply Chain Software 108

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Cost Reduction Scenario Planning 108

Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 25, 2018

There were 94 total losses reported around the shipping world in 2017, down 4% year-on-year -- the second lowest in 10 years after 2014. In 2017 the downward trend of large shipping losses continued, according to a new survey, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty's (AGCS) Safety & Shipping Review.

Maritime 84

Maritime Trends Exercises Cost Reduction 84

3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The American Trucking Association is the largest trade association representing the trucking industry in the U.S. The ATA creates the tonnage index through a series of surveys of its members. In April of 2020, we saw the index dip down to its lowest figure since 2017. Data Collection. The ATA states that 72.5%

Trucking 92

Trucking White Paper Procurement Analytics Trends 92

Freightos

MARCH 4, 2020

The transformation of a tech giant and the freight industry’s current process of digitization share some key principles: whether selling AI tools and consulting or freight, the ability to adopt new technologies by listening to what customers want can be key to any transformation. For previous years’ reports: 2015 , 2017 , 2018.

Freight forwarding 114

Freight forwarding Digital Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends 114

Automotive Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Asia was the fastest growing foreign market for the UK’s automotive sector last year, with the value of exported goods up 21% on 2016, a new survey has shown. The EU also remains important for UK automotive imports: eight out of the top ten countries supplying the UK are located in the EU, accounting for 84% of all sector imports in 2017.

Industry 44

Industry Supply Chains Survey Production 44

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2017

KLR has released the results of its annual manufacturing industry outlook report , and the optimism following last year’s elections will continue straight through 2017. Despite growth throughout 2017, there are still challenges that manufacturing companies face. Increasing share in existing markets.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 84

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Expense Reduction Supply Chain Software 84

Stord

APRIL 21, 2019

The use of predictive analytics in supply chain operations rose by 76% from 2017 to 2019 , according to survey data. According to CBRE, the industrial availability rate stayed essentially even in the first quarter of 2019 after years of steadily dropping.

Warehousing 78

Warehousing Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 78

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

The latest Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index has fallen to its lowest ever level since the survey began in 2012 as the sector deals with the fallout from the pandemic, skills shortages and concerns over Brexit. The survey assesses the expectations of more than 100 senior decision-makers across the sector. in 2019 to 47.1

Logistics Network Optimization Software 68

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 68

AIMMS

JANUARY 25, 2018

We’ve seen the evolution of the industry and its ongoing transformation , and have embarked on a transformation ourselves. 30% of respondents in an APICS survey stated lack of knowledge transfer or training was a key challenge, among the top 5. AIMMS has been active in the supply chain space for over 28 years.

Supply Chain Design Software 83

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 83

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2021

In our conversation, Ken spoke about some of the findings from a recent survey Logistyx conducted on cross-border holiday spending, as well as some larger trends around the state of parcel shipping. Fourth, what are some industry-specific trends for parcel shipping? Industry Trends. Is the return label provided or requested?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 123

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction 123

The Lean Thinker

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Background: I wrote an article appearing in the current (October 2017) issue of AME Target Magazine (page 20) that profiles two very different organizations that have both seen really positive shifts in their culture. Sara Abshari and Eileen Jaskuta are presenting the Meritus story at the AME conference next week (October 9, 2017).

Presentation 150

Presentation Conference Magazine Article 150

Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Regularly since Q3 2017, many shipping companies have been confronted by transport scarcity – a problem they’ve never known before. In the context of cross-industry implementation of flow production and lean production, delivery volumes are shrinking and delivery times are reducing.

Price Reduction 48

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Capacity 48

Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Export orders expanded, but four major industries are no longer contributing,” says by Timothy R. Price pressure continues, but the index softened for the fourth straight month and dropped below 70 for the first time since December 2017. Highlights of the survey include: - The New Orders Index registered 61.8%, a decrease of 3.3

Manufacturing Procurement 79

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Inventory Survey 79

247 Customs Broker

MARCH 14, 2018

Logistics Trends & Insights LLC , an Atlanta, Georgia-based consultancy, is conducting its third “Evolving Freight Forwarding Survey, and invites LM readers to participate. In our 2017 survey, 92% of respondents noted that digitization brings value to forwarders,” says Roberson. By Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor ·.

Freight forwarding 28

Freight forwarding Survey Freight Supply Chain Software 28

Mazars Ledger

JANUARY 11, 2018

The Mazars USA 2017 Water Survey offers information the water industry is looking for: insight into the current state of… The post Stormy Forecast appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

Survey 40

Survey Industry Article Distribution 40

Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2021

Jason’s Law Truck Parking Survey and Assessment was developed and implemented to identify driver safety problems and avoid further tragedy. These reports included a 15% hike in miles traveled between 2012 and 2017 in addition to locations that were identified as problematic in a separate survey from 2014. Who is paying for it?

Trucking 62

Trucking Survey Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning 62

Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The survey, which was released during CSCMP EDGE in Atlanta on September 21, collected responses from hundreds of supply chain professionals 30 and under. This is a significant increase from the 13% who cited this reason in 2019 and the 10% who noted it in 2017. We are proud to support the next generation of logistics leaders.".

Supply Chains 62

Supply Chains Survey Study Presentation 62