Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2017

At the next Logistics Bureau Free Executive Breakfast (which will take place in August), I’ll be discussing the alignment of supply chain and business strategy along with eight other important levers for supply chain performance improvement. The Failing Kmart Business Strategy. The first Kmart store opened way back in 1962.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In this article I will outline, firstly, the reasons why organisations outsource logistics activities, and secondly, what the key drivers are for outsourcing success. In choosing to outsource , firms can therefore transfer all of the costs of distribution to their profit and loss account. But what about cost of service?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

This article explores how adaptive supply chains can help businesses thrive. They design their supply chain on a continuous basis and focus on ecommerce retailing strategies that segment their customer base according to buying behavior. This collaboration enables faster response times and cost savings.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, I will redress the balance by exploring outsourcing from a more holistic perspective, focusing on ways to consider outsourcing partnerships for improvement throughout the supply chain. Outsourcing for Reduced Supply Chain Cost Few business leaders would argue that reducing costs in the supply chain is an improvement.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Companies with global supply chains—a category which includes a fast-growing number of corporations, medium-sized companies, and even small businesses—can be standing on a cost base of which 90% is attributable to supply chain expenditure. . Supply Chain Strategy. The Top 7 Supply Chain Points to Address for Business Success. .

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Too much leads to resources being monopolised on gathering tons of data and a subsequent risk of “paralysis by analysis” Cost to Serve (CTS) is an approach that helps you avoid both extremes. How Much Does It “Cost to Serve” Your Customer? It costs you a certain amount to make a product. Sales organisation costs.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

If you browse through the Logistics Bureau blog, you’ll find at least two or three articles—and about the same number of videos—that cover warehouse product slotting. Slotting is all about optimising the placement of warehouse SKUs to gain efficiency , increase productivity , and reduce operational costs. Pretty good, right?

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 22, 2018

The Royal Australian Air Force, now armed with the fifth-generation fighter and other impressive air capabilities guided by a wholesale transformation strategy – Plan Jericho, has recently debated the need for a joint strike capability. Logistics and strategy are inseparable, each meaningless without the other. By David Beaumont.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

As youll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, weve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. A company without a supply chain strategy is at a competitive disadvantage.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

Emergency purchases are bad news for your business costs, continuity, and planning, and they also increase supply chain risk. By shortening supplier lead time, you might find opportunities to reduce safety stock levels and gain other inventory management wins for your organisation. Cost per Purchase Order and Cost per Invoice.

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Similarly, the occasional articles such as Brigadier (retd) Mick Kehoe’s series at Logistics In War , remind us that there are pertinent personal stories from the past that remain eternally relevant to the soldier, sailor or airman. This article will describe the impact of strategic resourcing and logistics problems on operations.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

So thats the route were taking in this article (no pun intended), we’ll be exploring the evolution of fleet route optimisation from a time-consuming pen-and-paper exercise to a high-tech process that, in some cases, can be completed in minutes. But first, what is route optimisation?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

In answering that question, we’re not going to provide you with a list of possible supply chain KPIs to use in your business—at least, not in this article. Because you can find plenty of other articles on this blog and the Logistics Bureau blog if you’d like to peruse such lists. The Importance of Aligned Objectives.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields.

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ShipLilly

AUGUST 5, 2021

This article explores the implications of the port congestion surcharge and the possibilities of avoiding or minimizing it. Container shipping charges are high enough as it is without adding avoidable costs. Ships do not want to wait in the queue but waiting in the queue also increases costs. The statistics are telling.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Product slotting is one of the few cost saving ideas that you can implement in your current facility whilst making no changes to infrastructure (although there may be further benefits to do that). Essentially, it’s about organising products so that frequently picked items are easily accessible, reducing the travel time for pickers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

This article explores two such ways modern digital tools can elevate the performance of 3PLs on the way to creating stickier customers. When billing rates and effective dates change, a system alert notifies both parties in advance, eliminating misunderstandings through improved, proactive communications. But can technology do more?

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Logistics in War

MARCH 11, 2025

The following text is of a presentation given at a 2019 Wiliams Foundation conference, ‘Sustaining self-reliance’ As the original article cannot be found on other sites, it is provided here with some slight adjustments. Present day convenience will likely cost the future ADF dearly.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In 2018 a Forbes magazine published an article entitled “Every company is a data company” in which the authors urged all companies to use data as a core asset. Exercise trackers like Fitbit or Garmin are part of an IoT network that collects and analyzes data from objects – people. Energy efficiency and cost-saving.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 15, 2016

Warehouse Slotting can reduce labour costs by up to 20%! This extra time can be related to direct labour costs as well as the increased picking time, measured by pick rate (units picked per standard person hour). All of these symptoms potentially are a sign that a slotting exercise is overdue. Product Slotting.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 28, 2018

This article follows-up last week’s post on logistics in deterrence. . This article examines military power from the position of a theorist who saw geography and logistics as central to his vision of national power. By David Beaumont. One of the more abstract ideas prevalent in this discussion is the concept of national power.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

In a recent article published in Mundo Logística , Tereos’ Logistics and S&OP Executive Manager, André Margoto , shares valuable insights on how agribusiness companies can use optimization models in (near) real-time to inform planning decisions and bolster their S&OP process. That is, after all, what S&OP (or IBP) is all about.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘. P art One , Two and Three can be found here.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 19, 2021

If you’ve never done a benchmarking exercise before, read on. You will learn how you can significantly boost your supply chain performance—and in the process identify numerous cost-saving opportunities. If you’ve never tried a benchmarking exercise, why not give it a go, at least at the informal level? Informal Benchmarking.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2019

Since I first published this article back in 2009, warehouse design principles haven’t altered that much, but as we received many comments, including requests for more information, I figured it might be a good idea to expand on the original piece. Your distribution strategy too, will have a bearing on network optimisation.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 17, 2017

A better understanding of supply chain cost dynamics can help companies recognise their profitable customers. Traditional reporting methods aggregate revenues and costs to the extent that poorly performing sectors of the business are hidden from view. Read More: Cost to Serve – A Smarter Way to Improve Supply Chain Profitability.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

These articles might suggest to some that any attempts to devote time to addressing logistics readiness are likely to fail. All militaries enjoy large-scale exercises, simulations and desk-top analyses but very rarely do they focus upon the logistics process. I described the interplay between logistics and readiness.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 14, 2018

In this short article, I’ll redress the balance a little by highlighting a few practical guidelines which, if adhered to, will increase the chances of a successful logistics outsourcing alliance. An extensive process mapping exercise, prior to supplier selection, should help to prevent this issue. Lets’ Raise a Half-full Glass.

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Logistics in War

MAY 13, 2018

You needn’t venture far to find an article or military concept which in some way promotes technology and capability modernisation as a means of addressing the next, albeit hypothesised, battlefield challenge. By David Beaumont. But the introduction of technology can also have hidden, sometimes operationally inconvenient, consequences.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 30, 2020

It is also fair to speculate that future supply chain designs will need to be monitored using new performance measures such as resilience, re-configurability, and responsiveness, along with traditional KPIs such as cost, quality, and delivery. Not only does this spread the risk, but transportation costs are lower. 4) Create Redundancy.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 13, 2018

In this article, US Army logistician Jessica McCarthy examines a challenging, contemporaneous, issue for many Western militaries – how much contractor support is enough? . A great site containing forward-thinking articles examining the character of contemporary and future warfare, it is well worth following. . Transportation.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2017

If your business is currently falling victim to any of the following supply chain mistakes, corrective action will undoubtedly deliver improvements in cost, revenue, customer service and numerous other business performance factors. Overlooking/Misunderstanding Cost-to-serve. Is Your Company Making These 5 Supply Chain Mistakes?

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WorkWave

AUGUST 22, 2024

In this article, we will explore 11 proven sales strategies that can help you increase your flower shop sales and cultivate lasting relationships with your clients. Explore Different Suppliers Shopping around for flowers and supplies is crucial for any florist aiming to optimize cost efficiency. Explore Different Suppliers 2.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

This led to increased levels of trade to distant locations, which were facilitated by more efficient and cost effective use of commercial air, sea, road and rail assets. Employee redundancy became common place as companies found they could not sustain their burgeoning cost base against fluctuating revenues.

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Logistics in War

APRIL 20, 2018

Such public discussion tends to focus the military mind on modern tactics and technology, and gives cause to exercise new operational concepts. There has been an understandable proliferation of military articles describing the need for forces to be ready, including logistics forces essential for any operational response.

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