The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2021

She is a sought after author and speaker having been published in various books, articles, and white papers and spoken at dozens of industry events. Deborah holds Supply Chain & Operations Management degrees from Western Washington University (BA) and the University of Liverpool (MSc), with a thesis focused on the digital supply chain.

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IoT World Today

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Of course, you can build more tracks and there are places in the Netherlands where it would be easy to do this, but in areas like the Randstad conurbation, where extra capacity is needed most, it’s going to be difficult,” said Pier Eringa, CEO of ProRail in an article on the railway’s efforts to boost capacity and speed.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2019

“I am especially interested in companies focusing on the 'citizen developer,' a term used to describe how software development impacts the entire organization — marketing, sales, finance, and of course engineering,” MIT Sloan lecturer Lou Shipley said. For the complete list see the article by Tom Relihan and Meredith Somers.

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LabelMaster

AUGUST 25, 2022

For operations that ship hazmat via ground, sea and air, this requirement often means employees have to take a training course for each. We have the multi-modal online hazmat training courses you need. The post Bundle up! appeared first on Labelmaster Blog.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

A high-performance shuttle warehouse is at the core of the new processing system, which was integrated during ongoing operations, and features more than 57,000 new bin locations and an intelligent batch picking system. More than two million customers can choose from a range of over 40,000 articles from over 500 brands. www.fortna.com.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2023

Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. industrial handhelds, and mobile units you have and what your operations will need. Companies differ of course, and only you know who you need to work with to ensure that your WMS budget doesn’t get overlooked.

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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. Back to the Nineties However, it’s not always been like it is today.

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Conger

JUNE 4, 2024

Learning how to operate a forklift can transform your work life and open up a world of opportunities. Learning how to operate a forklift is not just about knowing which lever does what; it’s about developing a sixth sense of the forklift’s movements and limitations. Let’s dive in! No cutting corners allowed.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Many people get confused about KPIs or Key Performance Indicators in Logistics and Supply Chain operations. Still, in this article, I will help you evaluate the need for supply chain and logistics KPIs in your organisation, and identify which types of measurement might be most appropriate. Which ones to use?… Whats a KPI Anyway?

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. When your business operates under tight margins, ensuring that every freight bill is properly accounted for is critical. Digitize Invoicing to Eliminate Errors and Guard Cash Flow.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

This narrow focus of this article is on the materiel aspects of ‘self-reliance’, and provides a starting point for a conversation that the ADF must have. The ability of a military to conduct operations independently of another’s aid is intrinsically linked to the capacity to prepare, move, supply and support that force.

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Conger

MAY 28, 2021

By the end of this article, you’ll learn: Why forklift operator safety training is important. Where to get forklift operator training. Why Is Forklift Operator Training Important? Who Provides Forklift Operator Training? Why Is Forklift Operator Training Important? OSHA’s training requirements.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 7, 2021

However, this article will focus on findings about the following: business activity (anticipated change in order throughput volumes); COVID-19 related impacts on labor productivity; and perspectives on warehouse technology investments. Within warehouse and fulfillment operations, personnel and labor was negatively impacted in a few ways.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 3, 2023

This article is written by Atakan Kantar & Doğa Kurt from Solvoyo, and examines the ongoing trend CPG companies going direct-to-consumer (D2C). Quicker response times, pick efficiency as well as packaging requirements are very different from what CPG operations are accustomed to. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Conger

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

From pallet forks to specialized clamps, these attachments streamline operations, improve safety, and reduce product damage. This article explores the different types of forklift attachments and their applications. These attachments help make your operation safe and efficient in material handling tasks.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

We’ve put this article together to help you kick off your freight agent business. Having the ability to witness day-to-day operations will help prepare you for what to expect when you choose to open your own agency. Although these courses are helpful, you do not need them in order to get started in the business.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This article is from Natalie Walkley, Director of Product Marketing OMS at Koerber. Despite becoming commonplace in commerce in recent years, companies have yet to unlock the full competitive advantage an Order Management System (OMS) can bring to their operations. Click HERE to read the full article. You got it. My pleasure.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2021

The fact is there are many WMS solutions out there, and choosing the wrong one will not only fail to improve your game, it may drive your operation clear out of bounds. This article lays out a common-sense approach to selecting a well-fitted WMS that will serve your purposes to a tee. Understand the Course.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In this article, we take a closer look at maritime competition in Asia by examining the maritime picture for 2021-2024, using indicators such as maritime connectivity, port throughput, and container fleet size. As expected, this analysis reveals why China stands out as the most powerful maritime nation by a significant margin.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2022

Of course, we subsequently share interesting insights in Logistics Viewpoints articles. In contrast to the operations that use Locus bots, this operation has lower volumes of heavier loads that require greater precision and care. The high reach AGVs are used to access heavy loads stored high in double deep racking.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 19, 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

MAY 2, 2024

There are, of course, many other examples where assumptions had led to risks being accepted in advance of war, and preparedness failures occurred as a result. As the memory of wars and military operations recedes, the importance logistics capability tends to partner in its passing.

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Shipchain

APRIL 17, 2019

The most high-tech things it could do were make phone calls and send text messages, all hand-crafted in T9 of course. Fast forward fifteen years and now my cellphone also doubles as my HD camera, portable music device, library, fitness tracker, and of course, my means to call and text. Further benefits of A.I,

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 15, 2023

Becoming a Shipper of Choice Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - August 15, 2023 In logistics , being recognized as a shipper of choice is a prestigious accolade that signifies operational excellence and strong industry relationships.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

In an article last year, it was reported that the time it takes to print things has decreased. Of course, it is not just speed of printing that matters but cost. Of course, it is easier for venture capitalists to see potential when there are customer proof points. Printing times included: 2×4 Lego: 4 minutes.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, we’ve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. By standardising distribution processes across your network, you can simplify operations for economy and efficiency.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

With that question answered, I’m giving the rest of this article over to highlighting several business and supply chain issues, which, if you are experiencing them in your enterprise, are potent indications that CTS analysis should be on your agenda —for execution at the soonest.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2020

East Coast ports like Miami, Charleston, and Savannah, to garner more business, create more-convenient trade routes, and in part, to have viable alternatives in case the country’s largest ports Long Beach and Los Angeles face another devastating halt of operations. An early estimate showed that the stalled operations cost the U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This, of course, leads to the expansion of cold storage facilities at various points in the supply chain as well, which includes warehouses, distribution centers, and retail outlets. The construction and operation of these facilities require additional investments and resources. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Ship Monk

MAY 6, 2021

The answer, of course, is yes! In fact, the bridge between national and international can take an online store from a mom-and-pop shop to a full-blown operation. Of course, this is a huge step for any company, which is why we’ve prepared this easy, breezy checklist for a hijinks-free transition.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2022

This article is from Manhattan Associates and looks at the changing nature of retail. All told, changes that might have occurred over the course of a few years, have happened in months. For those with legacy technology, operational adjustments are happening despite their solutions rather than because of them.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

DECEMBER 30, 2021

As I highlighted in my Annual Review for 2021 , global container shipping alliances operating in the container industry account for 84.60% of the container shipping market. I have reproduced the thought provoking article below. Of course, it has long been the case that publishers target their readers. Yesterday, I tweeted this….

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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. See the End to Make a Beginning.

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ShipLilly

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

This article considers some of the indicators to consider if outsourcing might be the solution for your needs. Are you spending an inordinate amount of operational time on order fulfillment? Of course, there are those who have an aggressive business strategy right from the outset. Reputational costs of not acting in time.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Wolf | Staff Reporter December 7, 2023 The post-pandemic trend toward nearshoring of trade is on course to finish the year strong despite an earlier slowdown in broader trade activity, a shift experts view as a prelude to longer-term change. READ THE FULL ARTICLE While Mexico has surpassed China as the United States’ No.

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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. What activities will take place in your warehouse? A-Accessibility. T- Throughput.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How 3PLs Can Gain Visibility and a Competitive Advantage Offering Automated Billing and a Self-Service Interactive Customer Portal It’s hard to imagine a third-party logistics (3PL) business today operating without some form of a warehouse management system ( WMS ) connecting the digital dots. The answer, of course, is yes.

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