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. This new dashboard gives retailers a lot of supply chain data to see where they stand.

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ECW

MARCH 5, 2025

From beer and wine shipments to frozen seafood and delicate confectionery, proper storage and transport solutions are necessary to prevent spoilage, ensure compliance, and maintain supply chain efficiency. This kind of scalability and adaptability is more important than ever in todays unpredictable supply chain industry.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

"The digital technologies hitting the marketplace today promise to make the changes in supply chain practice over the next five to 10 years dwarf that which we have seen in the last 10,” says Ted Stank, of UT’s Haslam College of Business. To meet the unique needs of their business, they often stack technologies.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

That’s why we’ve embedded precision into each part of our work, from route planning to customs documentation to shipment tracking. Streamlined communication ensures everyone stays aligned, enabling us to deliver a high level of efficiency across your supply chain.

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ECW

JANUARY 8, 2025

When it comes to supply chain logistics, location is everything. Beyond its strategic advantages, it offers practical solutions to keep supply chains moving smoothly. Beyond its strategic advantages, it offers practical solutions to keep supply chains moving smoothly. Actionable Tip: Prepare all documentation well in advance.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 26, 2025

Supply Chain Crisis Management is the systematic approach to identifying, preventing, and responding to major disruptions in your supply chain operations. Let me break this down from a practical perspective: Supply chain crises can range from supplier bankruptcies to natural disasters, and they typically hit without warning.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Four separate factors contribute to achieving a “perfect order”: the delivery must arrive complete, on-time, undamaged, and with proper documentation. One of the biggest benefits of the digitization of the supply chain is that, when combined with process improvement, perfect order performance is no longer a CEO’s pipe dream.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2022

Few organizations are immune to the effects, which are acutely felt in supply chains — and the more complex they are, the greater the probability of interruptions. The study found that these leaders considered the largest gap to be between supply chain and procurement, citing it as a major issue. Collaboration is Key.

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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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Stord

AUGUST 1, 2024

ATLANTA, August 1, 2024 — Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced that 4 more facilities have been certified cGMP, joining 2 previous climate-controlled facilities, for a total of 6 first party locations meeting the FDA and USDA rigorous standards.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

When it comes to your business’s supply chain , it can be tempting to stick with what works. However, some manual supply chain processes are not only outdated, but also inefficient and even detrimental to your business. Processing documents is one of the most time-hungry tasks in supply chains. Increased productivity.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. million employees without a focus on good supply chain management. is one of a growing number of big-box retailers building out their supply chains with distribution centers designed to meet the demands of online shopping.

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Turvo

JULY 7, 2021

To meet the consumer demands in today’s increasingly evolving logistics world, many businesses are beginning to implement supply chain technology systems successfully. According to Supply & Demand Chain Executive , supply chain management (SCM) software revenue is on track to surpass $19 billion in this year alone.

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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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The digital transformation of the operations and processes of factories and supply chains is based upon digitization of carefully selected machines and digitalization of the related business processes. The first step, therefore, is to get all your information – documents and data – into a digital format.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

Safety on forklifts; Safety marking/Lines throughout the organization; Safety Signage; Safety Meetings to review Safety Management Monthly. Customer Metrics : KPI: Fill orders accurately and on time to meet customer’s needs; Use Voice of the Customer (VoC) techniques, and internal customers/associates/employees. KPIs Question 2.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Every industry has dealt with the fallout or repercussions caused by COVID-19 -related disruptions to the supply chain. Every aspect of supply chain shipping and tracking relies on implementing sound last-mile retail delivery services. Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In the contemporary competitive market, maintaining speedy and reliable delivery service has become essential to meet rising customer expectations. They enable delivery providers to refine route planning, forecast demand accurately, and even deploy dynamic pricing models to enhance delivery efficiency.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 12, 2022

With direct and indirect materials making up at least 50% of typical manufacturing costs, the procurement function could be re-imagined so companies can be more responsive to customer demands and more agile when dealing with supply chain challenges. This meets all their key performance areas. This will also reduce the risk of fraud.

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WorkWave

MARCH 27, 2025

When customers are waiting on crucial deliveries, meeting their timeline isnt about adhering to instant gratification; its about ensuring they have the goods and resources they need, when they need them. While border restrictions and tariffs can be difficult to navigate, the right tools and planning can put delays and issues in the rearview.

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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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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 6, 2025

Logistics If your organization has a formal logistics department, they must be in the kick-off meetings. Youll first want to map out your existing supply chain processes. Any technical resources involved in the project will need input from the BPOs to help devise a good test plan. Process testing can be a balancing act.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Like any industry, in Supply Chain and Logistics we have a lot of Acronyms and Abbreviations. 4PL 4th Party Logistics – A step beyond 3PL, 4PL providers manage the entire supply chain for a client. They oversee multiple 3PLs, carriers, and other service providers, offering a comprehensive, end-to-end supply chain solution.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

It’s also important to document any constraints that will impact your plans to meet those objectives. If you don’t plan to commission a new warehouse on a greenfield site, your plans might be constrained by the characteristics of an existing facility.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

In the supply chain sector, just like any industry, we have a multitude of terms that are commonly used.So, I decided to create this list to help you decipher any supply-chain-related terms that you come across for the first time. If you have any others to add, please add them in the comments below, and Ill add them to the list.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

A professional LTL freight carrier will tailor the delivery of your cargo to meet your requirements. They also supply express freight and serve hard-to-reach areas such as campers, building sites, rural areas, shopping centers, and more. However, not all scenarios are appropriate for LTL shipment.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

While they may save money on unskilled labor and by achieving economies of scale, they ultimately will pay more because of longer lead times, increased inventories, the need for more management resources for planning and logistics, and constraints on their ability to respond quickly to changing demand. Prevent problems.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The Supply Chain Manager’s Multi-function Display. By now, you are probably wondering what airliners have to do with supply chain KPIs. You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation. Perfect Order.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

In supply chain management, it is widely accepted that holding enough finished goods inventory to fulfill every order is just too costly. Ronan Stephens, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management and External Manufacturing, explained how the company set out on a journey to improve customer service while also reducing costs.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 25, 2018

I haven’t attended an industry conference over the past year, or participated in a client meeting, where blockchain — along with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning — hasn’t been part of the conversation. IBM Watson Supply Chain Summit. Of course, the most common question about blockchain is “What is it?”

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

As a supply chain director, manager, or boss of a multinational corporation, where the supply chain is an integral part of your business, supply chain cost reductions are always at the forefront of your team’s mind. Vendor Managed Inventory Model for Supply Chain Cost Reductions. Complete one-on-one meetings.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

This consumer goods behemoth has driven ongoing supply chain productivity through their FORCE (Focused On Reducing Costs Everywhere) program. What Kimberly-Clark (K-C) is doing in the supply chain realm is worth paying attention to. In the past many of Kimberly-Clark’s supply chain efficiency programs ended at the dock door.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 29, 2021

Depending on your role within the supply chain, the idea of a routing guide can either appear almost meaningless or omnipotent. At its core, a routing guide provides a clear set of instructions and activities for effective supply chain management and execution. Supply chains are too complex to rely on archaic, handwritten processes.

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Stord

JANUARY 26, 2021

To keep up with the resulting complexity to the supply chain, brands have been relying on third-party logistics partners and manually piecing together long contracts, RFPs and limited software capabilities with their own third-party integrators and multiple software tools.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

Ongoing challenges in the supply chain, such as shortages caused by increased demands and the shutting down of some factories, continue to affect manufacturing businesses even to this day. A BOM may be a relatively simple document or a complex, multi-levelled product description made from multiple sub-assemblies. BOM within your ERP.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The logistics industry has changed over the last decade, with outsourcing emerging as a cornerstone of a modern supply chain strategy. Many companies use outsourcing to meet their product demand, even if they don’t use it for their entire supply chain operation. No Pain; No Gain?

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

Supply chain management is characterized by the fact that all interested parties collaborate towards a common strategy or to achieve a common objective. Making decisions to benefit a company must be a process of analysis and planning. That makes it all the more memorable if you can take the time to meet your supplier in person.

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