Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

By applying the ISO OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) seven layer model, traditionally used in networking, to logistics, businesses can achieve a structured framework that enhances communication, reduces friction, and improves collaboration throughout the supply chain. Physical Layer: Transmits data over a physical connection.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 12, 2021

Costco example: they sell different brands and market their brand Kirkland, which now accounts for approximately 25% of their revenue. For retailers, this is an avenue where they can build more intimacy with their customers and capture more data and loyalty. Ecommerce companies have data, retailers don’t. So, what is Costco?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, a recurring theme that I saw was about using supply chain data to improve the customer experience across the entire value chain. Here are the ones that stood out to me, especially as it relates to supply chain data. The single data cloud runs on Snowflake, one of Blue Yonder’s partners.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Our daily lives are inundated with data. Supply chain teams face a similar dilemma – companies are overloaded with vast amounts of data, and the ability to sift through the noise and focus on relevant insights has become a critical capability. Why Context Matters Context transforms data into actionable insights.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2021

Large swings in supply and demand for different product categories and changes in distribution patterns left logistics managers grappling with the biggest challenge of their careers. Challenges that were made all the more difficult by one of the most basic yet complex questions in logistics, “How long will it take to get there?”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2023

Matt Elenjickal, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FourKites, has pointed out that “data is the raw fuel of a digital transformation.” But it must be quality data! When enterprise implementations take longer than expected, almost all do, the amount of time needed to clean up the data is often the leading factor.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Ecosystem Today The logistics ecosystem is being transformed by the rise of connected vehicles equipped with IoT sensors and data-driven technologies. Connected vehicles, following standards like the SAE J3016, which defines the six levels of vehicle automation, are becoming a crucial part of logistics operations.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 26, 2022

Freight Truck Shortages Are Changing The Face Of Logistics. Original article: Freight Truck Shortages Are Changing The Face Of Logistics. It is one reason experts on logistics are following the autonomous freight truck market and new approaches to freight procurement closely.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They have changed the way they see logistics, and no longer view it as just a support process in their organization. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. Design of the logistics network.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 9, 2022

Transparent data prepared especially for your logistics operation will get you easily through your peaks. The hype usually revolves around just one item and can easily be managed by a modern logistics system. How can we rapidly bring our logistics operation up to its full speed during such a peak?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

Challenges drive dramatic shifts in supply chain and logistics. Across many of our industries, conventional wisdom about best practices for supply chain operations and logistical networks is being challenged. Hallmarks of successful logistics transformation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 10, 2024

I might tell Alexa, for example, “Play the station Smooth Jazz!” If there was a heat wave in the southwest, a logistics manager might say, “Joule, show me every refrigerated truck shipment in Arizona today!” The manager would not be required to drill down through web page after web page and look at dense tabular data to get the answer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 20, 2022

When and how does real-time warehouse data deliver productivity? In general, real-time location data on mobile assets in a warehouse is most valuable when the assets are valuable and highly mobile. Real-time data is most important when time value is high. Real-time data is most important when time value is high.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2024

Emergency vehicles, for example, would be exempt, and the California Highway Patrol could authorize the system’s disabling in certain other cases. The device prevents vehicles from surpassing a certain speed, by harnessing GPS and on-board camera data to determine limits on a specific roadway. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2021

At the same time, cold chain logistics, one of the most complex divisions of supply chain logistics, is also facing increased regulations and pressure for more accountability throughout the entire supply chain. Even before the increased consumer pressure for faster deliveries, cold chain logistics already faced several challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2021

Machine learning is a process by which learning algorithms are applied to large sets of data to create predictive models. First, DCs are a controlled environment for collecting and aggregating historical and real-time data – and data is a key to effective AI. AI-Based Warehouse Optimization Examples.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Generative AI is first trained on a foundational model and then fine-tuned with human feedback and additional data. Its responses are based on data it has consumed and a resultant powerful prediction mechanism. This has significant impact when it comes to focusing a Generative AI into a particular industry, like logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

By embracing collaboration, real-time data, and a focus on sustainability, companies can build resilience, improve margins, and gain a competitive edge. Top Challenges Faced by Companies: Customer Preferences: Example: An online fashion retailer faces the challenge of constantly changing customer preferences. Nari Viswanathan is Sr.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

It’s time to shift the dialog about labor in logistics. Simply stated, logistics jobs need to be more competitive with alternatives. This means that labor must shift from other functions to logistics. Doing so will require a more competitive offer to attract logistics workers. Labor Shift – It’s About Want Not Need.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2021

Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and looks at the difficult decision of transitioning in-house logistics to managed services. The supply chain is evolving, and the standards used for managed logistics transportation services today are more data- and technology-driven than those of the past. Take an example.

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Freightos

MAY 23, 2024

More Resources Home Innovative Synergies: Logistics Tech Lessons from Other Industries Judah Levine May 23, 2024 Though the logistics and supply chain industry has made and continues to make a lot of progress in its digital transformation, it has a reputation for being part of the late majority or even a laggard in terms of digitalization.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Logistics Viewpoints (09/30/2024- 10/04/2024) As a Florida native, hurricanes are a familiar part of life, shaping the experiences of millions who call the southern coastal regions home. Song of the week: The post Logistics Viewpoints (09/30/24 – 10/03/2024) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. economy nearly $ 3.8

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. homes in 2022 than UPS, after eclipsing FedEx in 2020, and it is on track to widen the gap this year, according to internal Amazon data and people familiar with the matter. The data shows that only 60 percent of its shipments came from China during the same period, down from 80 percent in 2018.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

In smart manufacturing, for example, the deployment of a multitude of sensors and devices for real-time monitoring of machinery, predictive maintenance, and quality control are primary use cases. The post 5G Holds Great Promise Across the Supply Chain, but Challenges Remain appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Planning applications don’t work well if the master data they rely on is not accurate; this is known as the “garbage in, garbage out” problem. Artificial intelligence is beginning to be used to update the data. Lead times, for example, are a critical form of master data for planning purposes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 14, 2024

The relentless rise in cyber threats such as ransomware and phishing attacks underscores the imperative need for robust cybersecurity measures, especially in sectors as vital as warehousing and logistics. These measures not only protect sensitive data but also fortify the trust between warehouse operators and their clients.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 23, 2021

Companies “seeking to increase data sharing and collaboration across their supply networks have faced three principal hurdles.” A SCCN is a collaborative solution for supply chain processes built on a public cloud – many-to-many architecture – which supports a community of trading partners and third-party data feeds.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

One of the key themes that emerged was the growing importance of data standards and integrations. The rate of tech adoption in logistics continues to grow. But the volume of available digitalized data, and the number of tools, solutions and platforms that supply chain stakeholders are using (juggling?) are growing too.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2024

Erwin highlighted the importance of real-time data accuracy and visibility. People, technology, and data are very important for their journey. The importance of employee ownership in driving cultural transformation and their acceptance of data-driven decision making within the organization was also emphasized.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2024

Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems are revolutionizing road safety, especially in the freight, trucking, and logistics industry. Let’s explore the mechanics, benefits, challenges, and prospects of V2V communication systems in the logistics sector. Real-time data exchange allows vehicles to react swiftly to hazards.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2024

GIS is a powerful tool that enables the analysis and visualization of spatial data, allowing for the integration of geographical elements into transportation planning and management. This data is geographically referenced and can be used to monitor real-time traffic conditions.

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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. Statista is a German online platform that specializes in data gathering and visualization. Because I cover logistics, those warehouses are out of scope.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2024

MODEX is the leading trade show for supply chain, logistics, and material handling solutions in North America. Examples of Supply Chain Robots at MODEX 2024 Several exhibitors at MODEX 2024 showcased their innovative solutions for supply chain robotics, demonstrating the diversity and potential of this field.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

More recently, demand planning applications based on machine learning have improved forecasting by incorporating competitor pricing data, store traffic, and weather data. ML techniques like clustering, data similarity, and semantic tagging can automate master data management.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming logistics and supply chain management, driving an era of heightened efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. Self-driving trucks and drones, a rapidly developing facet of AI in logistics, streamline delivery operations, addressing labor shortages and reducing reliance on human drivers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Last mile logistics challenges is not just about ecommerce, it is also about urbanization. Descartes points out that for all but the simplest route planning problems, creating the best plan is not as simple as loading data and hitting the “optimize” button. Big Data, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

If a company short ships TVs, they are fined more than if they short ship soup, for example. The visibility solution must be built in such a way that it can download order quantity and inventory data from a customer’s systems. That data then gets put into an advanced ship notice for the retailer.

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