Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

freight trains in federal crosshairs after crashes: GAO (Reuters). The challenge, of course, is finding the right balance — that is, figuring out how to meet peak demand volumes without building out a network that goes under-utilized the remaining 11 months of the year. Growing length of U.S. Maybe they’ll do better in 2018.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2017

It’s a bike ride I’m participating in as part of my training for our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team ride this September in support of JDRF. Check them out: My other teammates, James Coon (BluJay Solutions) and Ken Wood (Descartes) have been training hard too; I’ll share their photos in a future post. Well, not literally.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 6, 2020

FSMA finalized in April 2017 and built upon the 2005 Sanitary Food Transportation Act (SFTA). Food manufacturers and transportation companies that they work with must operate compliant and clean equipment, have operational processes in place, training to prevent food contamination, and keep records of anything on food safety measures.

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Material Handling and Logistics

MARCH 9, 2018

Visibility throughout the supply chain is a key tool for meeting regulatory and corporate social responsibility requirements while mitigating risk,” said Brian Umbenhauer, global head of sourcing and procurement at Deloitte Consulting LLP. There’s no doubt that digital is a game-changer in procurement," said Michael Daher, U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Big business from about 2011 onwards started realising the value of adding e-learning to staff training programmes. Corporate training is now a $200 billion USD industry, with e-learning taking up more than half of this amount. The report found that by 2017, about 77 percent of US corporations were making use of online learning.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

Below is a comparison of 2017 vs. 2018 parameters for oversize shipments: Source: enVista. Shippers of specialized goods that meet the first and any of the other following conditions will be most affected: Have long or large packages. Train and retrain operations on proper box size for product shipped. What Has Changed?

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World Food Programme Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2019

Meet Ali’s cash cow, Sabah The Bekaa Valley is the agricultural heartland of Lebanon where many people own cows. Photos: WFP/Edward Johnson WFP has supported a host of NGOs in Lebanon with similar livelihood training programmes since 2017. But, as one man explains, not everyone knows how to make the most of their bovine family.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2017

billion, and initial findings suggest 2017 will surpass last year’s sales, reports Scott Stone. But, according to third-party logistics ( 3PLs ) provider, Cerasis , effective, successful distribution management should take advantage of technological advancements and encourage innovation to meet demands of e-commerce and omnichannel sales.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

And if you didn’t stop doing these four things in 2017, you should definitely stop doing them this year: Supply Chain and Logistics Resolutions for 2017: 4 Things to STOP Doing This Year. Check out our 2017 LL4T1DCure Team Page and 2016 LL4T1DCure Team Page for a recap of the rides and photos.). Gina Pratico , MercuryGate.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 25, 2018

The skills of the past are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of today’s complex, fast- moving digital environment , or prepare for the future. 30% of respondents in an APICS survey stated lack of knowledge transfer or training was a key challenge, among the top 5. There is also a talent shortage.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 20, 2018

In addition, looking back to the summer of 2017, the June-August peak that typically happens was slower than anticipated. The 2017 holiday season was very strong and that carried through into the Chinese New Year. Driving this was strong imports – especially for retailers. Drayage Capacity Issues Remain. Soaring Air Freight Rates.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Networks and effective integration, as described throughout 2017 on Logistics in War , will be critical to this end. Local Caption The landscape west of Port Augusta became a hive of activity as the 1st Brigade undertook its pinnacle training activity for 2018 – Exercise Predators Run.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 14, 2021

So, after our discussion about queueing last meeting. According to Lui, et al (2017) “customer waiting time in queueing systems is a key factor of service quality. These expertise is acquired through product training. Part of the training is to adapt the company’s culture that is providing brief time as much as possible.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Its strongest presence is in Europe, where it does a lot of trucking, warehousing, logistics and distribution. In 2017, Dachser posted record revenues of 6.12 The post Dachser develops talent through on-the-job training appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News. billion euros (U.S. billion), up 7.2 percent from 2016.

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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. It is not just about training people in their current role, but it’s also about developing people to the maximum of their potential. AGCO Logistics Team Accepts Prestigious Supply Chain Award.

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Automotive Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2018

. “The appointment of Andreas Wendt puts the purchasing division in an excellent position to meet all these demands.”. Wendt, who trained as a mechanical engineer, has been Dingolfing’s head since 2017. Before that, he managed the company’s Regensburg plant in Germany for eight years.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2017

In the supply chain, IoT-enabled devices have managed to open a door to profound possibilities for a strong start to 2017, including addressing driver shortages, meeting increasing government regulations and delivering products within Amazonesque time frames. Essentially, 2016 was a year for testing, and the results were positive.

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20Cube Logistics

APRIL 8, 2022

in 2017, giving way to modern warehousing. The need for faster communication is emerging as one of the most important factor to meet the timelines. The traditional warehousing has been fragmented and unorganised in terms of operational procedures. The average size of warehouses increased from 10,000 sq. in 2000 to 75,000 sq.

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Log-hub

JUNE 6, 2024

Environmental and Economic Benefits As companies strive to meet sustainability targets and reduce operational costs, e-trucks offer a viable solution to the pressing issues of carbon emissions and fuel expenditure. Workforce Training Integrating e-trucks into a fleet requires training for drivers and maintenance personnel.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Dachser’s revenues soar in 2017. Its strongest presence is in Europe, where it does a lot of trucking, warehousing, logistics and distribution. In 2017, Dachser posted record revenues of 6.12 Dachser expanding less-than-container load services. billion euros (U.S. billion), up 7.2 percent from 2016.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 4, 2022

Here are some noteworthy stats from various reliable sources: Food delivery has become a global market worth more than $150 billion, having more than tripled since 2017. Get On The Plant and Cell-Based Foods Train. 60% of consumers order delivery or pickup at least once a week.

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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 3, 2021

Most cold chain food regulations come from the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) of 2017. This regulation covers the cleanliness and function of equipment, protocols set in place for transportation, employee training on the proper handling of food in cold chains, and records of all FSMA compliance. In the U.S., 21 CFR 203.36

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 7, 2018

Terminals are the ‘pivot point’ of containerized trade, as ocean vessels, trucks and trains converge to transport cargo,” adds Napralla. million twenty-foot equivalent units [TEU], making 2017 our busiest year ever,” says Mario Cordero, executive director of Port of Long Beach. Top 30 U.S. Import TEUs. of Total. % of Change.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 3, 2017

It was also a great venue to re-connect with existing customers and meet Gartner analysts, who gave us valuable feedback on our product. You need to train and motivate your employees to embrace the technology as well. Join our virtual launch event on October 12, 2017 to learn more. .

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 7, 2016

Trains provide an excellent way of moving plenty of goods across the country, but it too is limited. Transport drones could be deployed from a train to deliver packages as they approach certain destinations. Similarly, drones could actually be used to unload such shipments. Full Truckload and Less-Than-Truckload. Air and Small Package.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2022

“The study is important to Prologis, because it demonstrates that the commitment we show in supporting our customers by investing in training and skills initiatives and ensuring there are enough workers in the sector, is making a difference.”. The 2020 study provided UK-specific data for the first time.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 27, 2019

Nutrifami, an innovative approach from WFP to reinforce and build cooks and managers capacities in senegalese school canteens In Senegal, more than 156,000 students were supported during the 2017–2018 school year through WFP’s school feeding program. They provide meals service too.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 27, 2019

Nutrifami, an innovative approach from WFP to reinforce and build cooks and managers capacities in senegalese school canteens In Senegal, more than 156,000 students were supported during the 2017–2018 school year through WFP’s school feeding program. They provide meals service too.

Capacity 40

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AIMMS

JANUARY 25, 2018

The skills of the past are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of today’s complex, fast- moving digital environment , or prepare for the future. 30% of respondents in an APICS survey stated lack of knowledge transfer or training was a key challenge, among the top 5. There is also a supply chain talent shortage.

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World Food Programme Logistics

JUNE 2, 2020

Sayyida from Egypt: WFP Women in Enterprise trainings Sayyida Qenawi is a 40-year-old mother-of-three. But after receiving micro-loans and training from WFP, Sayyida was able to expand her business to a store front. Mothers are offered the chance to get training and microloans to start a small business or grow an existing one.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 17, 2023

Dubai based specialist, Automyze Fulfilment Centre, established in 2017, has onboarded technologically advanced, cloud-based SnapFulfil into its newly expanded 25,000 sq ft warehouse. WMS technology innovator Synergy Logistics is expanding its global operations having secured its first customer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 7, 2018

Terminals are the ‘pivot point’ of containerized trade, as ocean vessels, trucks and trains converge to transport cargo,” adds Napralla. million twenty-foot equivalent units [TEU], making 2017 our busiest year ever,” says Mario Cordero, executive director of Port of Long Beach. Top 30 U.S. Import TEUs. of Total. % of Change.

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Forto

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The magnitude of this initiative is hard to imagine until one witnesses the train roll into London after traveling 18 days from China, loaded with items such as laptops, smartphones, apparel and food items. According to China Railway Corporation, there were about 6,300 trains that traveled both east and westbound from 2011 to 2017.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 30, 2017

I was involved in a very interesting discussion a few years ago in Australia, on the topic of emerging workforce trends and the strategies that could be adopted to meet these challenges. 2017 Update: This trend continues despite an increase in mining automation and the casualisation of mining employment.

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World Food Programme Logistics

JULY 25, 2019

She always meets patients with smile and treats everyone with the same compassion. Natasha is among the first healthcare providers who had received training on using the WFP’s SCOPE CODA (Conditional On Demand Assistance), the World Food Programme’s identity and benefit management system.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Small autonomous vehicles will hold up cargo, like shipping containers, and allow it to be transported on railway tracks just like larger trains do. It also means that they’re more flexible, as the “platoons” won’t need to meet a certain amount of cargo before they can start moving. Well, the avian flu looks like it is back.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 3, 2017

It was also a great venue to re-connect with existing customers and meet Gartner analysts, who gave us valuable feedback on our product. You need to train and motivate your employees to embrace the technology as well. Join our virtual launch event on October 12, 2017 to learn more. .

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