247 Customs Broker

APRIL 6, 2018

More than 500 qualified respondents to our “34th Annual Salary Survey” report that their salaries moved up only incrementally last year. This year’s survey again draws the most feedback from successful logistics managers who have been climbing the executive ladder for some time. Respondents reflect.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

Despite the inherent challenges, a 2018 McKinsey article estimated that the payoff of agility enabled by digitalization can be staggering: “For companies that aim well and execute effectively, the resulting cost reductions could be transformational. And Agility Can Help Improve Profitability Too? A Positive Example.

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World Food Programme Logistics

JULY 22, 2020

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis for 7.9 Yemen: Responding to coronavirus in the world’s worst humanitarian crisis WFP Executive Director David Beasley said the food security analysis?—?produced mean that one-third of people can no longer afford to purchase enough food, according to WFP VAM analysis.

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World Food Programme Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2019

According to a new Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis , more than one in three people need urgent food assistance, that is nearly 3.7 Since the last analysis conducted in December 2018, food insecurity in rural areas has increased by 15 percent. million people.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 7, 2021

According to the Institute for Supply Management , 75% of the 600+ businesses surveyed in the United States experienced supply chain disruptions. According to a report , cyber attacks accounted for more than half of supply chain disruptions in 2018. How does my business prepare for Supply Chain Disruptions?

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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

The EPC/RFID Retail Supply Chain Data Exchange Study, also dubbed “Project Zipper,” surveyed the effectiveness and business value of item-level RFID tagged items as they travel throughout the supply chain, from a brand owner to a retailer. Researchers anticipate Phase 2 will be completed in mid-2019. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Before the pandemic, in a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, among those embarking on digitalization initiatives, only 25% of logistics providers in the Fraunhofer IML survey are leveraging digital technologies to think outside the box and reinvent their foundational delivery model. At SodaStream, which provides 1.5

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

When negotiating a contract with a 3PL starts logistics manager should: Conduct a thorough cost-benefit analysis of the proposal sent by the 3PL Understand and calculate an estimate of the lost opportunity cost of choosing a low priced service at the expense of efficient customer service.

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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. A skills assessment survey was done to measure potential gaps against a pre-determined skills matrix. What should supply chain leaders be looking for to close the talent gap?

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Stord

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

Demand for warehouse automation will mature in 2022, according to the analysis, but the next few years will bring steady growth in shipments and revenue. Supply chain sustainability saved retail giants billions of dollars in 2018, according to the Carbon Disclosure Project. Others can’t enforce security standards on providers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

Using historical data from inside the company and sources beyond the company, this type of analysis can help determine what will likely happen under certain circumstances. One 2018 survey showed that 67.4% What are Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics? Predictive analytics focuses on forecasting likely outcomes for the future.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 27, 2019

A study of 33 distribution centres in England, employing more than 7,200 people, has revealed that fewer people were employed per square metre of floor space in 2018 than at any time since the research initiative by Prologis UK began in 2006. The data also reveals a marked shift in favour of the employment of part-time workers.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2016

The ability to combine the analysis of history of machine failures with data from machine sensors is improving preventive maintenance. By using a virtual model to discuss a project design request, a global manufacturing company can provide an instant size and cost analysis, eliminating delays when providing a quote. billion to $4.8

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

. ELD compliance solutions provider turns in data analysis to support industry efforts as FMCSA studies changes to regulations. .

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

June 27, 2018 ·. To see how companies are handling heightened customer expectations for product and availability information, delivery and return options, and seamless service, we recently surveyed manufacturers, retailers, ecommerce companies and others involved in omnichannel order fulfillment and/or distribution.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

A study by PwC found that 66% of surveyed executives anticipate higher supply chain costs as a result of diversifying away from China. The underlying logistics regulations, political stability and compliance are biggest challenges. Managing a decentralized supply chain is more complex than dealing with single supplier or country of origin.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

June 27, 2018 ·. In our recent omnichannel fulfillment and distribution survey, we asked manufacturers, retailers, and ecommerce companies about their use of technology. By Saddle Creek Logistics Services. Robust technology is at the heart of effective omnichannel operations. Responses revealed that there’s room for improvement.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 28, 2018

October 28, 2018. To gain a deeper understanding of blockchain maturity in the supply chain domain, and to identify use cases for different sectors, we surveyed nearly 450 organizations. How organizations have moved from blockchain hype to reality. The management of today’s complex, global supply chains is a daunting task.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2019

An aftermarket report published by Transparency Market Research suggested the disposable packaging market would be the largest contributor to the global automotive parts packaging market between 2017 and 2027 (Automotive Parts Packaging market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2017-2027).

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

According to the American Trucking Associations, the driver shortage hit 60,800 at the end of 2018. In addition, a recent ATRI analysis of census data on employment sectors shows that the trucking industry has the lowest percentage of young entrants and the highest percentage of aging workforce entrants. CUSTOMER SERVICE.

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 11, 2018

The new index developed by DHL in cooperation with Accenture is based on the analysis of large volumes of logistics data using artificial intelligence. From 64 points from the first survey (January 2018), the index has risen to 66 points in March. The DHL Global Trade Barometer feels the pulse of global trade.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

[WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. To know the most difficult challenges as perceived by supply chain professionals, we turn to the SCM World’s 2017 Future of Supply Chain survey. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Download White Paper.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 17, 2018

In a recent survey, 32% of online retailers expected logistics and delivery to be their biggest cost this year. Tyson Foods Inc anticipates paying $200 million more for freight in 2018 from the previous year. Smaller companies feel the pinch the most. Kellogg Co’s logistics costs are expected to rise by nearly 10 percent. .

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

US-China trade war 2018. Often a tool like a Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) is useful as it serves as a checklist and ensures that the business is thinking about these issues and considering mitigation plans. For example: Japan earthquake 2016. Suez Canal blockage 2021. Review sourcing and suppliers. Production planning.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 18, 2018

The digital supply chain will be the predominate model within the next five years,” agree 80% of respondents to the Material Handling Institute’s 2018 annual survey. Furthermore, due to the on-premise nature of traditional Transportation Management Systems, huge restrictions exist for data collection, retention, and analysis.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

A recent series of surveys conducted by a prominent industry think tank indicates that the current state of global logistics is characterized by extreme urgency and the pressure to deliver above and beyond—regardless of mode. In each case, innovation and disruption was regarded as a “double-edged” sword.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 3, 2018

December 3, 2018 ·. The military initially was the leader in drone use, but corporations also are adopting them to survey construction zones, deliver packages and monitor inventory in warehouses, among other tasks. John Santagate (2018). By Richard E. Robots Adding Another Level of Automation. Ready to Work.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

November 19, 2018 ·. The project included academic research, interviews with area managers, and an on-site survey at the firm. Analysis and application. By Evan Humphrey and Federico Laiño. Predicting Future Demand. It sponsored a capstone research project to help determine if Demand Sensing is a workable option.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 7, 2018

But a more measured analysis comes from the consultancy AlixPartners , which has produced a body of research suggesting that there may still be more problems than solutions in the short term. Estimates of growth in fleet capacity in 2018 range anywhere from 4% to more than 5%, compared with 3.3%

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. Network analysis will be crucial for finding the best configuration of return centres, given factors like retail locations and transport facilities with backhaul possibilities. Tempting, but wrong. Almost everything can change.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Technavio, Last Mile Delivery Market in North America by Service and Geography – Forecast and Analysis 2021-2025, Jan 2021. Billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 10.78 – Statista, 4PL market size from 2018-2027, Jun 2020. The last mile delivery market size in North America is expected to grow by USD 59.81

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In a recent NielsenIQ survey, 91 percent of consumers indicated they are planning on celebrating US Thanksgiving this year with a majority (83 percent) either staying at home (59 percent) or local (24 percent) (within 50 miles of their home). So, what does the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday look like?

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 31, 2018

January 31, 2018. According to a recent VDC survey, the top two warehouse improvement initiatives for 2018—which are consistent with years past—are on-time shipments/getting orders shipped faster and reducing labor costs. AutoID ma rket analysis. By Bridget McCrea, Editor ·.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

small and middle market enterprises (SMEs) are feeling very optimistic about the international market according to the 2018 American Express Grow Global Survey. The third annual survey of over 500 domestically-based companies selling outside of the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

I want to say a special thank you to Steve Banker and Conrad Hanf who I have worked closely with for the last 10+ years on Logistics Viewpoints as well as countless research projects, surveys, and events. Hurricane Florence, another prolific rainmaker for the Southeast and Middle Atlantic, caused $50-60 billion in damage in 2018.

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Shipchain

JANUARY 23, 2019

Almost two years ago with knowledge of the problems of the freight industry and some rough ideas of how to solve them, we’ve been able to plot, survey, and develop the systems we’ve now launched. 2018 was full of progress and challenges, but we are so excited to have kicked off 2019 with one of our greatest achievements to date.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2023

The data comes from the firm’s “2023 State of Transportation study,” which surveyed 500 transportation leaders, including carriers and shippers, at enterprises across the United States about their goals, priorities, and predictions for the next 12 months. percent in 2018. percent, followed by accommodation and food services (7.0

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