The Lean Thinker

JANUARY 23, 2025

Following last week’s post about the Toyota Kata Experiment Record we did a bit of a deep dive on the same topic on the weekly Friday Zoom call. I think the discussion was pretty rich – though rich discussions happen frequently in these sessions. If you weren’t there, and aren’t on the mail list for the recordings, here’s a (lightly edited) sample for you.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2025

Carrier relationships are the backbone of a successful supply chain. When managed well, they ensure smoother operations, fewer delays, and better overall performance. But heres the catch: many shippers overcomplicate these partnerships with unnecessary processes and unclear communication. The good news? Building better relationships doesnt have to mean adding layers of complexity.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

JANUARY 23, 2025

Returns are an inevitable part of doing business, especially in the e-commerce-driven retail landscape. While managing returns might not be the most glamorous aspect of operations, its one of the most critical. Inefficient reverse logistics can lead to increased costs, inventory chaos, and dissatisfied customers. On the other hand, a well-executed returns management process can improve customer retention, optimize inventory and even boost profitability.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 23, 2025

It can be easy to overlook the power of print communications in our digital-forward world, especially when it comes to marketing. But for lawn care and pest control companies, well-crafted cancel and prepay letters remain among the most effective tools for maintaining customer relationships and boosting cash flow. Understanding why these traditional methods work so well and how to implement them effectively can transform your customer retention and revenue growth.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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Commercial Carrier Journal

JANUARY 23, 2025

Ending pursuit of the Advanced Clean Fleets rule and its zero emission mandate could expedite the transition to other low emissions solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

Over the last three years, RDU1 workers have demanded a $5-an-hour raise, longer breaks, more time off, and improved mental health resources.

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Loginext

JANUARY 23, 2025

Fleet tracking systems offer small businesses a cost-effective way to optimize routes, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, driving scalable growth. The post Fleet Tracking for Small Businesses: Affordable Solutions for Growth appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Food Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2025

There are still some areas of concern in the supply chain industry where firms will likely stock up on inventory in light of potential tariffs, which could also lead to increased warehousing costs.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

Decisions to adopt on-demand packaging still mostly come down to dollars and cents, although in recent years considerations of sustainability have come to the fore.

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Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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MercuryGate

JANUARY 23, 2025

Nobody ever said that embracing multimodal transit was easy. Yet, you can make it more effortless with a multimodal TMS (transportation management system) working as your central command center. The post Why a Multimodal TMS Is a Must-Have for the Future appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

Costco, Apple, Microsoft, Pinterest and JPMorgan Chase have all signaled that they have no plans to move away from their DEI initiatives in the months to come.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JANUARY 23, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of third-party logistics (3PL), automation has become a buzzword synonymous with efficiency and innovation. At Camelot 3PL Software, we understand that automation is not just about deploying robots in warehouses; it’s about streamlining and optimizing every aspect of your operations through intelligent software solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

How is one of the worlds largest pharmaceutical companies promoting sustainability and regulatory compliance throughout its extensive supply chain?

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

Jess Dankert, VP supply chain with the Retail Industry Leaders Association, offers an advance look at LINK 2025, RILA's annual retail supply chain conference, February 16-19 in Orlando, Florida.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

The utility is hoping to capitalize on the recent boom in demand from tech companies looking to use nuclear reactors to power AI data centers.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 23, 2025

UP saw $6.7 billion in profits for all of 2024 up slightly from 2023's total of $6.4 billion and increased its operating revenue for the year by 1%.

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