Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 3, 2025
If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.
The Lean Thinker
JULY 2, 2024
Nor did they talk about executive bonuses or using excess cash for stock buybacks to raise the price of outstanding stock rather than investing that money into developing new aircraft; improving existing products or processes; or distributing that profit as dividends to the shareholders. Elimination of waste: Focus on adding value.
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Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 2, 2025
Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation has shifted from almost nil to almost limitless. Back to the Nineties However, it’s not always been like it is today.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 21, 2024
The net result of that was about $100 million in savings over the course of 10 years. They are moving to a self-distribution model that further lowers their reliance on costly distributors. And yet, after labor costs, medical supplies are the second largest cost. Luke’s began to build new supplier relationships. “We
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Department of Commerce lists warehousing companies, but of course, most warehouses are not owned by third party logistics or public warehousing companies. The DOE’s other categories include nonrefrigerated warehouses, distribution centers, and refrigerated warehouses. Why not the Department of Commerce?
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 22, 2024
Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries manufacture and distribute a wide range of consumer products, including bath tissue, paper towels, napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and building products. Of course, getting a promise right is vital. IT systems can be part of the problem.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 18, 2024
If you are floor loading a truck with containers of different sizes and weights, the software knows that the weight must be evenly distributed, that easily crushed items need to go on top, and there is a Tetris type solve to make sure as many items as possible can be loaded. Finally, complex software can be necessary.
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