Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Many large enterprises use one form or another of a supply chain application to help manage their supply chains. Supply chain vendors have been touting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) for the last several years. Lead times, for example, are a critical form of master data for planning purposes.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, weve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. It’s not a short list, so we’ll set it down here as a summary to help you with plans for analysis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 13, 2023

Pharmaceutical companies run two types of supply chains. There is the commercial supply chain where drugs that have been approved for use on patients are shipped to distributors, drug stores, and hospitals around the world. Then there is a clinical trials supply chain. The clinical trials supply chain would be much smaller.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 29, 2018

As 2018 draws to a close, a year in which Logistics In War consolidated, it’s a good time to reflect on what were the most popular or relevant articles to the readers. Before I mention the articles, I thought it best to also reflect on the key themes covered on the site this year.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

The agribusiness supply chain is highly complex. These intricacies make planning and decision-making difficult. There is an extensive horizon between the date of a supply decision (for instance, purchasing livestock feed or specific fertilizers) and its final result (the sale of the processed and packaged product).

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

In September 2015 I began the update of ARC Advisory Group’s global supply chain planning (SCP) market study. In a Logistics Viewpoints article published at that time, I discussed some of the major changes in SCP over the previous decade. I am now concluding this SCP market study update.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

“The costs of a new product’s supply chain can easily outstrip its profit generation, and consistently poor new product initiative management leads to SKU complexity, which can cripple the company’s supply chain.”.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

For a few years now, supply chain professionals and pundits have been speculating on what the so-called “new normal” will look like. Closer to home for supply chain professionals, driver shortages continue to plague the industry. These are the companies and leaders that aren’t letting a good downturn go to waste.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Many companies were in the midst of digitally transforming their supply chain when the Convid-19 pandemic hits. In this part 2 article, let us continue to explore the concrete actions we can take in our Digital Supply Chain journeys. Plan and Execute for Success.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. The results of the research report How Bad Is the Supply Chain and Logistics Workforce Challenge?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2021

It’s graduation season, so the hunt for critical supply chain talent is more vigorous than ever. We may be known for ensuring we can make and move “stuff,” but ultimately supply chains are human. So as you prepare to onboard new supply chain talent, are you ready to answer the questions they will have?

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

It can be a direct reflection of current market trends, as many publicly traded companies operate within the global supply chain. In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. The answer lies in data.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

Prior to 2020, every supply chain in the world was challenged by increasing levels of demand unpredictability and market volatility. The sudden onset of COVID-19 only reinforced a lesson that supply chain professionals had already realized: uncertainty is the only real certainty. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

We found it as a great summation of all the things companies must consider when mastering their supply chain. Many studies state that those who can manage the functions with the supply chain, they have a competitive advantage. Look at these 7 supply chain trends as a guide to better your supply chain today.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

ARC Advisory Group’s Global Warehouse Automation Research study is now complete and available for purchase. The research process includes an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s research study. Plans for the 2.8

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

So, you are thinking about a career in supply chain? You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. What is the Role of the Supply Chain Worker?

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Freightos

DECEMBER 1, 2016

What If Your Supply Chain Had A Control Tower? Article contributed by Batool Iqbal. Wouldn’t you want that same sort of control over your supply chain? The following article was contributed by Batool Iqbal, from Damco Pakistan – a subsidiary of Ap-Moller Maersk Group. Resilient to supply chain disruption.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll 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, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

Our look at the Top 25 (plus 4) Supply Chains of 2018 examines how the best companies in the world excel at managing their global supply chains. One of the most popular articles we’ve ever done is our look at analyst group Gartner’s annual ranking of the Top 25 Supply Chains. population in one day or less.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. Supply chain disruptions have brought about an age of innovation. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2023

And because we are supply chain specialists, well, supply chain projects are our bread and butter. . You don’t need a PM background to plan and complete a supply chain project, whatever its nature. . But what does it take to prepare for managing a supply chain project? Step 1: Business Case and Buy-In .

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2023

Chakri Gottemukkala, CEO at Supply Chain Planning Vendor o9 Solutions There are several young supply chain software companies that are unicorns. o9 Solutions has grown from a small company to a significant player in the supply chain planning (SCP) market in a short period of time. billion after a funding round.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Post-Cold War, however, the consequences of logistics miscalculation or integration within strategic or tactical planning could be regarded as far less of a consequence. Commanders wait pensively at the mercy of supply lines, hoping that the ability to operate austerely will return to their forces. The reality is completely opposite.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

While demand is high, ongoing product shortages continue to cause supply chain disruptions, create unpredictable shopping behaviors and drive rapid delivery expectations. And it’s safe to assume that logistics digitization will continue to deliver a significant competitive edge as supply chain complexity and uncertainty grow.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Theme 1: Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic. 2023 call: Global supply chains will be slightly less busy, congested and chaotic, but cheaper – at least the transportation part. In the same ecommerce study, over 72% of consumers experienced a delivery failure over a three-month period. Figure 1: U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. This is the cyclical market of supply chain transportation.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 15, 2021

According to the article “ How IoT can improve the logistic pro ces s ” the internet of things (IoT) provides data, which describes objects “physical assets” for example a good to be transported and distributed worldwide. Now we can see how they implemented the “IoT” to deliver a better service.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2022

As a pioneer in warehouse technology and the development of solutions that empower warehouse workers, Lucas Systems recently commissioned a research study and developed the first Voice of the Warehouse Worker Insights. Workers want to stay at their jobs but need improvements to make their jobs easier and less stressful. Reduce mental stress.

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IoT World Today

MAY 14, 2020

Key takeaways in this article: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, augmented reality may have an immediate impact. Will head-up displays, headsets and the like soon become part of supply chain, logistics and maintenance? AR experts foresaw application in emergency scenarios.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Article Summary. Even before the arrival of the pandemic, the global e-learning market was expanding at an astonishing rate, with a 2019 study estimating that it would reach $336.98 The study showed that upwards of 30 percent of American students enrolled in at least one online course in 2018. Campus Study or Online Learning?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 17, 2022

When it comes to educated speculation about the future of supply chains, I can think of nobody better to talk to than Sheri Hinish. After all, aside from holding the position of Global Executive Partner at IBM, Sheri has earned her eponymous title of Supply Chain Queen via widespread acclaim and has amassed a string of professional accolades.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Supply chains are complex entities. While customer satisfaction is a hugely important criterion by which supply chain success is judged, so is supply chain profitability. While customer satisfaction is a hugely important criterion by which supply chain success is judged, so is supply chain profitability.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2020

ARTICLE SUMMARY. In this article, based on a video interview with Trent, we will assume that we are looking at a large company with an extensive sourcing team. Overseeing financial planning and cash flow. Procurement and the Supply Chain. Some would argue that procurement is not part of the supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 21, 2020

What are the three things that people get wrong with their supply chains? Not setting the bar high enough for cost reduction planning. Let us watch the video below: Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out? Supply Chain Secrets: What is Cost to Serve? – A Great Example.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 17, 2023

Wholesale Weakness Slowing US Inventory Destocking Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - July 17, 2023 The effort to cut inventories is being slowed as consumers reduce goods purchases, forcing companies to continually rebalance inventory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

ARC has been actively studying industrial AI for over two years. He also spoke at the ARC forum in 2023, and this article is based on that presentation as well. The chemical industry has a complex supply chain. The occurrence of any of these events disrupts the global supply chain and can deeply impact profitability.

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