The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Tim Higham and Joe Lynch discuss the free TMS, which is of course AscendTMS. The industry-leading AscendTMS system ( www.TheFreeTMS.com ) is the world’s first and only TRULY multi-tenant, cloud-based, patented, and independent TMS system – and is the winner of every available industry technology award for 18 years running.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 15, 2023

They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. 00:17:09] Evergreen content strategy. [00:23:14] 00:55:57] Trucking industry job improvement. [01:00:11]

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 9, 2022

Digital transformation has quickly become an essential part of any successful business strategy which has also resulted in a skills gap. Industries need to continuously bridge the skills gap whilst retaining their current workforce. Here’s a list of top courses manufacturers should consider in 2022 to stay ahead: 1.

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Logistics in War

MAY 2, 2024

By David Beaumont On 17 April 2024, Defence’s Integrated Investment Plan was published as a companion to Australia’s National Defence Strategy. [1] 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.

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

That last few years have been nothing short of eventful for the trucking industry. This, of course, left some large shoes to fill, and unfortunately, 2019 could not meet the mark, with freight rates falling by 27 percent as per Camino Financial. Learn more about what the trucking industry could look like in 2021 now.

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IoT World Today

OCTOBER 15, 2020

As organizations continue to adapt to the roller-coaster ride of 2020, some leaders’ pre-pandemic IT strategies brought business resilience even as COVID-19 struck. Indeed, some organizations spent several years laying the foundations for data-driven strategy and remote operations even prior to COVID-19.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Supply chains will survive COVID-19, of course, but not without interim pain and structural change. Practitioners must develop a data analytics strategy that gives them insight into supply chain aberrations before catastrophe sets in. “If The maritime industry — 90% of world trade travels by sea — is notoriously manual.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 Together they conceived the Unimate, the very first industrial robot. Of course, robotics does not tell the full story, as the world of manufacturing has evolved even further over the last few decades, with the rise of data and smart, autonomous systems.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 8, 2025

Thats why its more important than ever to focus on strategies that work and make them part of your plan moving forward. Lets explore the key strategies that can keep your business ahead of the competition in 2025. Make Sustainability a Core Strategy Consumers care more than ever about where their products come from and how theyre made.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

I was also able to interview Brent after his session to get a little more insight on how Qualcomm dealt with the Covid-19 pandemic, what it means for the semiconductor chip shortage, and where the company is going with its digital transformation strategy. Another disruption facing the company, and the industry, was the face mask shortage.

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ShipLilly

JUNE 28, 2021

Thankfully some strategies can be used to mitigate the cost. This is a fiscally sound strategy that cuts down on reverse logistics costs for organizations. Returns are a significant issue among the electronics Industry, where they comprise $10 billion worth of additional cost every year. Return and Repair Policy Framework.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

They’re different from the Supply Chains you might see in industrial companies or wholesaling companies. So everything in the retailer’s Supply Chain strategy needs to be focused on the customer, and of course the shareholders, that goes without saying. Well that of course depends on the type of retailer we’re talking about.

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Shipchain

AUGUST 19, 2020

That said, a future in which smart machines can make decisions on their own (with a touch of human guidance, of course) could be closer than we think. RPA allows human workers to have significantly more time to focus on bigger picture items like strategy. . The industry has been historically slow to accept change.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 14, 2018

Over the course of his career, he launched over 30 products and services in industrial B2B and technology markets. Today, he walks us through his start in the industry and shares a number of his valuable insights on new market entries. Develop strategies for controlling inputs.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Competitor intelligence: Distribution strategies and network designs of your competitors. Of course, it can add up to a vast pool of data, so realistically, access to advanced modelling and analytics tools will be essential to get the most value from it. Get Some Help Of course, inventory optimisation is not a task to take lightly.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

“Businesses that scenario plan effectively will stay the course. This approach enhances operational efficiency and contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing emissions, setting new standards in the logistics industry.”

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A plan is necessary, possibly based on one of the following strategies. Hidden Opportunities for Supply Chain Cost Reductions Of course hidden costs, if you can find them, mean hidden opportunities. Much depends upon the nature of your supply chain operation of course. Some industries experience more returns than others.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

RAJA Group , a European leader in the distribution of packaging , office supplies and industrial equipment, brought together its 300 most important suppliers on October 14th in Frankfurt as part of the RAJA Group Suppliers’ Day 2022. The post RAJA shares growth strategy with suppliers appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2016

As a result, the manufacturing industry will face a shortage of nearly 3.5 Without getting into a heated discussion on the politics of the issue, women in the manufacturing industry will play a vital role in improving the manufacturing skills gap. This will further propel the manufacturing industry into this century.

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Magaya

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

New Small Parcel Handling Course for Magaya Supply Chain Users Now Available Via PageOne. For a quick overview of the process, check out the newly updated Small Parcel e-learning course. For a quick overview of the process, check out the newly updated Small Parcel e-learning course.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

For instance: pumps and motors as MRO repair parts for industrial machinery. The urgency of response to a disruption of a Category 1 supplier is of course much higher than that of a Category 4 supplier. Traditionally what we typically refer to as indirect goods are mostly in Category 4.

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TransAudit

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Learning more about fuel costs and shipping will give you a better understanding of what’s going on and equip you with some strategies to help. In just the first few months of 2022, fuel prices had more than a $134 billion impact on this industry. Shipping companies rely on a variety of strategies to mitigate the impact.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Additionally, the logistics industry constantly changes; it is never stagnant. Trinity has an in-house Education Team that provides you with many opportunities to continue your education and training on business strategy, industries, modes, sales, and other skill sets you may need. INDUSTRY NEWS AND RESOURCES.

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Ship Monk

MAY 5, 2022

There are a few different ways to go about the big move, so it’s a matter of choosing the strategy that keeps your sales and fulfillment operations flowing smoothly throughout the transition. Most companies employ one of the following three strategies: Strategy 1: “Hard Switching” from Your Previous 3PL. Taking the Plunge.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2022

This is no less true of the supply chain industry, which must manage high customer demand while simultaneously experiencing unprecedented labor issues. The difficulties are pushing companies to come up with creative strategies that help encourage employees to find on-the-job fulfillment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 3, 2022

It is common for pundits to look ahead and predict how an industry or profession will change. Labor management systems break the work down into very granular activities, set targets for doing those tasks in an allotted period of time, and measure how workers do against the time standards over the course of the day.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2021

DeliveryApp , the Manchester based tech start-up, has been on a supercharged growth strategy in 2021 following significant investment in January. DeliveryApp says the platform is unlike other operators within the logistics industry due to its unique, agile structure. “The

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Whereas online courses and programmes were previously managed as a separate entity, they are now an integral part of most academic systems. Corporate training is now a $200 billion USD industry, with e-learning taking up more than half of this amount. Online courses are the quickest path for a student to obtain a degree.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

For this reason, KPIs are essential for any business improvement strategy. Another powerful use of KPIs is in the benchmarking of your companys performance against that of your competitors and industry peers. Apart from an internal desire to improve and compete, KPIs play a part in attracting and retaining customers.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2023

From restructuring trade routes to adhering to strict regulations, the shipping industry faces a host of new challenges as it seeks ways to a more sustainable route. The shipping industry must face the financial consequences of adapting ports to better adapt to encroaching waters.

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2023

In the debrief department, Sea Intelligence’s Alan Murphy shared data confirming that – of course – surging demand was the trigger for the unprecedented ocean situation. Conversations with major BCOs also pointed to interest in these types of better contracting solutions, even if the industry is still in the early days of this shift.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving supply chain industry, transportation spend optimization – or TSO – has assumed greater significance. Companies that embrace these trends and align their plans to address expanded supply chain complexity will not only optimize their transportation spending but position themselves as industry leaders.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The decision to opt for frozen products over fresh ones is not just about convenience; it is a calculated strategy to strike a harmonious balance between buyers’ wallets and taste buds. The shift from fresh to frozen alternatives in the food and beverage industry has had significant implications for cold chain transportation.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

According to a poll conducted by Deloitte, 39% of consumer and industrial products professionals found at least one instance of fraud or abuse in their supply chains in 2020. And in the example of invoices, the unwieldy process of cross-referencing and auditing means that fraud in the logistics business is all too common.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

So three months after an executive meeting on June 23rd , an updated strategy was released, tracking a radical shift into a slimmer Maersk, focused on providing end-to-end logistics services. The Post-2016 Strategy: End-to-end Shipping. The shift to full end-to-end integration, of course, leaves no one else in the middle.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Of course, measuring revenue through the growing demands for both contract and spot freight transportation is never simple addition and subtraction. Of course, tracking overall detention across a carrier’s network can seem overwhelming. Of course, it helps to know how the trends are shaping up over days, weeks and even months.

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ShipLilly

APRIL 7, 2021

The shipping industry is currently dealing with severely strained container availability. Therefore, it is expected that at some point industry regulators will place restrictions on the stack height for vessels such as the ULCSs. The COVID-19 pandemic has conditioned the industry to expect the unexpected.

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