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TWI: Is it Time to Rethink Job Relations?

The Lean Thinker

And, Job Relations, what we are discussing here, the skill of handling people problems. In addition, there are companies that are “training the trainer” to deliver the course precisely – which is good – and coaching them not to deviate from the words in the manual. That is the purpose of these meetings.

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Toyota Kata: Coaching vs a Report Out

The Lean Thinker

In other words, report out progress (like in a meeting, for example) as though you were answering a version of the Coaching Questions even though they aren’t being asked. Maintaining the Coaching Structure Of course I don’t think this is what Andrea was talking about. What once was a tough problem is now handled routinely.

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First data logger meets IEC standard

Logistics Business Magazine

The Aspion G-Log 2 data logger is the only device in its price class to document the course of a shock or vibration per axis in millisecond increments. The German specialist hopes that the use of the shock recorders will lead to more conscious handling of goods by all those involved in their transport.

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7 Tips: A Guide to Mastering Procurement

Material Handling and Logistics

Change can be a good thing, particularly when it comes to getting a better handle on your supply chain spend. Procurement helps companies adapt, meet new regulatory requirements and shift supply to optimize an evolving tariff landscape. Be sure any technology you implement is likely to allow you to meet unforeseen needs.

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3PL Contracts – The Options

Logistics Bureau

Where the existing in-house operation is very inefficient, inappropriately resourced or could gain significantly from being incorporated into a larger operation, then of course savings may be possible. This can relate to being able to handle peaks and troughs in demand, acquisitions, geographic and product line expansion and the like.

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Parcel Shipping and Handling Costs: How Much Should I Charge My Customer?

GlobalTranz

Parcel shipping and handling costs have a much bigger impact on sales than shippers realize. This emphasizes the importance of setting the right parcel shipping and handling costs. Knowing this information provides a baseline expectation for what shippers should be charging customers for parcel shipping and handling costs.

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Editor’s Choice: How an OMS Provides a Competitive Advantage

Logistics Viewpoints

This strategy allows logistics providers to remain agile, optimize fulfillment workflows and efficiently handle orders received from multiple selling channels in a single facility. So how can an Order Management System (OMS) give you an upper hand in the market? First let’s outline the core functionality of an OMS.