Logistics Bureau

APRIL 19, 2021

If you’ve never done a benchmarking exercise before, read on. Well, imagine you are training for a 100 metre sprint in your district. This exercise would involve you measuring particular functions or aspects of your business and comparing that against other parts of your business. The Benefits of Benchmarking.

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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

MARCH 6, 2020

These articles might suggest to some that any attempts to devote time to addressing logistics readiness are likely to fail. The combat force becomes a ‘one-shot wonder’ with little in reserve or in the training pipeline. I described the interplay between logistics and readiness. Time will tell how effective this organisation will be.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. Ideally, though, evaluating your position against competitors should not solely be a KPI benchmarking exercise.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 23, 2019

More insidious is the impact of the ‘paradox of more is less’ where training and other activities are ‘paid through evanescence and self-destruction’ as people and things tire. The problems which appear in making ‘ capabilities on hand prepared for X ‘ are usually things that can be treated easily.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction. However, in this article, we’ll focus exclusively on the cost factor, drawing your attention to some questions you might ask yourself (and your team) about your facility’s energy usage.

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Logistics in War

JANUARY 23, 2019

This is what daily life in the military is all about; generating forces, individual and collective training, assessing capabilities and conducting remedial activities to correct any problems or deficiencies. 4] Routine exercises and training can achieve high standards of preparedness, at least for a time.

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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. . Rules Creep.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

Having someone to ride with in the weeks and months ahead as you train for the ride makes it more fun and meaningful at the end. Note: JDRF has many local chapter teams that organize weekend training rides, so you never have to train alone.). Here are some excerpts from the article: XPO Logistics Inc.

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Conger

JUNE 4, 2024

However, a forklift in the wrong hands can be dangerous, which is why proper training and a deep understanding of the equipment is essential. In this article, we will cover how to operate a forklift and the training required to do so. In this article, we will cover how to operate a forklift and the training required to do so.

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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. But technology is only part of the process.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

My exercise plans for the weekend are set. freight trains in federal crosshairs after crashes: GAO (Reuters). Here’s an excerpt from the article: “The main point of disagreement was about how ports define automation, according to the International Longshoremen’s Association. Rake today, shovel tomorrow. Growing length of U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

In this article, we’ll explain why that should be and how your company can avoid S&OP problems by investing correctly in the people and their interrelationships , without which it’s simply impossible to tie the moving parts of S&OP together. At the beginning of this article, we looked at who’s who in the S&OP process.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

Overused and misunderstood in blog posts and informative articles, “big data” describes the use of data to improve your operation, which includes shipping, warehousing, and supply chain processes. However, you must exercise caution to make sure you do not damage your vendor-shipper relationship.

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Sabinext

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

In my last article of 2018, “ Which Trends Will Change the Rules of Logistics in 2019? ”, I talked briefly about urban logistics and megacities. I want to dedicate my first article of the year to take a closer look at the specific consequences of urbanization and how they can be approached. Asset pooling solutions.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 22, 2018

John Roth’s work on the logistics of the Roman Empire saw military success a factor of the capacity to provision over long distances, and not just because of military culture and training. [3] This article is an adaption of ‘ Defining-strategic competition – when logistics becomes a strategic weapon ’ posted April 2018.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

They did a benchmarking exercise with us and we found that the industry standard was about 40 lines per hour. The Key to it all: Training Often companies will make their supply chain managers responsible for overseeing the productivity drive without providing enough training or putting sufficient motivators in place.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 14, 2021

What’s covered in this article: Identified Problems in Driver Safety. They must exercise caution while driving in poor weather conditions. In addition to proper driver training and safety guidelines, TMS software can be helpful in managing and planning operations, along with foreseeing possible disruptions.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 3, 2018

Exercises undertaken to simulate high-intensity war such as US Pacific Command’s Exercise Pacific Sentry 17-03 highlighted significant force posture challenges that might constrain air (and other) operations against a peer adversary. However, these measures are also only part of the problem.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

Editor’s note – this article continues with the experiences of the then Commanding Officer, 10th Force Support Battalion (10 FSB), deploying to East Timor (now Timor Leste) as part of the INTERFET operation. . This would not be like a month-long exercise in the local training area.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Editor’s note – this article continues with the experiences of the then Commanding Officer, 10th Force Support Battalion (10 FSB), deploying to East Timor (now Timor Leste) as part of the INTERFET operation. Brigadier Kehoe’s experiences will conclude in a final article shortly. The proposal was denied.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

This covers security policies, threat awareness, security training, exercises. Planes, boats, trucks and trains can all carry bombs, contraband goods or stowaways. For example, to prevent tailgating, employees should be trained to (politely) refuse unchecked access to another person. Security awareness.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In this article, we will explore: The importance of forklift safety. The guidelines outline best practices for forklift operation, including training requirements , certification, equipment maintenance, and operational methods. Blue Light on Forklift Are you curious about enhancing safety in industrial environments?

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In this article, we will get to know Consumer Packaged Goods, the types of CPGs available, and the types of packaging you will need if you also plan on transporting CPGs via freight services. Sometimes, some CPG goods also require special considerations or practices during transportation. This is especially true for specialty goods.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

In this article, you’ll: Learn the top safety guidelines for warehouses. We’ll talk more about specific risks later in the article, but briefly, warehouse workers commonly face hazards associated with: Forklifts and other material handling equipment. Reduced spending on warehouse safety training programs. Let’s dive in!

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

With over 20,000 user accounts worldwide, the enterprise system enables personnel to view requirements, plan missions and track execution for real-world mobility operations and contingency/exercise planning. We provide mission planning, training, and simulation support to maximize readiness for our warfighters. Tapestry Solutions, Inc.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

This exercise was done before the monthly planning cycle start. This exercise yield positive results, in terms of planning community getting their confidence back in APO system & overall solution, over a period of time. We were also able to identify any specific "Training Needs" for planning community in the long run.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2017

Depending on the stage of your career, industry-specific training programs, job rotation, and contract work may let you put that extra line on your CV that tilts a recruiter’s decision in your favour. Data and processes are fundamental to supply chain work.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

The added benefit of working with such a partner is that because they collect performance data from hundreds of companies, they can help you choose the most appropriate key performance indicators to use in your benchmarking exercise. After all, even extensive articles dedicated to the topic can barely scratch the surface.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

You might expect that an article section on supply chain strategy would contain some pretty complicated concepts and ideas. Other important customer service supply chain basics include casting the net out regularly for customer feedback , and training employees in customer service skills —even those employees who are not customer-facing.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

These responsibilities extend across functions and when properly exercised, comprise supply, demand, distribution, production, purchasing and capacity planning. Inventory planning roles and responsibilities: As mentioned at the beginning of this article, inventory planning is an activity which crosses functional divides.

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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. Note that this may require extra training for people who will do the sorting. It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Tempting, but wrong. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Supply Chain Strategy You might expect that an article section on supply chain strategy would contain some pretty complicated concepts and ideas. The purpose of this article is really to draw attention to each of the fundamentals and give you the opportunity to reflect on whether you need to address some of them. “What?

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 26, 2018

Sales representatives are trained to accentuate the things they know are important to you and discount or ignore the weaknesses in their offerings. Because of confirmation bias, you may give them the “benefit of the doubt” instead of exercising appropriate due diligence. Article Topics. Subscribe today. It’s FREE!

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 6, 2018

How economies of scale affect that balancing act is the subject of this article. The sources of economies of scale to be discussed later in this article are more systematic. Thus, the choice of scale is a strategic exercise because it involves a forecast of what market conditions are expected to be over the short run interim.

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Editor’s note – this article continues with the experiences of the then Commanding Officer, 10th Force Support Battalion (10 FSB), deploying to East Timor (now Timor Leste) as part of the INTERFET operation. Training. And this is more than the biennial Exercise Talisman Sabre. Cost-capture. Mortuary Affairs. Recognition.

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Automotive Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2018

The purpose of a port is for the direct intermodal exchange of people or freight,” he said, adding that ports should have the infrastructure to allow vehicles and trains to come alongside ships. It is an academic exercise to speculate …but there are some big dollars at stake here.”. Fleet is on our radar screen in the US.

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