AIMMS
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
Interview with Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights and Author of Supply Chain Metrics that Matter ( published December 2014 ). Lora Cecere is the founder and CEO of the research firm Supply Chain Insights. She is the author of the enterprise software blog Supply Chain Shaman , which attracts 5,000 readers weekly. She also writes a blog for Forbes and is a LinkedIn Influencer.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 27, 2015
'Editor’s Note: Today we are featuring this guest post from Find Accounting Software as it covers a subject we are also interested in, Manufacturing Technology which makes businesses more efficient. As a 3PL who offers a transportation management system we’ve integrated to many ERP software, we view the use of technology as an enablement tool for shippers to cut out unneeded waste and thus add more to the bottom line by saving money from such efficiency.
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Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'Things are certainly changing in the trucking industry. Even though demand is rising, the industry is facing a monumental challenge in its shortage of qualified and licensed drivers. The driver shortage has been at the forefront of trucking news for some time, and we have certainly covered it here at Logistics Viewpoints. With the ongoing […].
Freightos
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
This post is part three in the Logistics and Supply Chain Technology 2015-2020 series, with insights from Martijn Graat, the founder of LogisticsMatter. Putting the Smile back in Last Mile. Uber has been making waves in the logistics community for the role they may play in last-mile delivery. And the reason everyone cares is because last mile delivery is a big deal. 28% of a big deal, actually.
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3PL Insights
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
'The West Coast Ports’ Crippling Congestion by Matt Magpantay, Evans Distribution Systems After brokering a new deal earlier this week, West Coast ports are back in production. The development has alleviated the shipping... The post The West Coast Ports’ Crippling Congestion appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.
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AIMMS
FEBRUARY 2, 2015
Cambie Bridge, foggy by colink. on Flickr: https://flic.kr/p/gSz4iw. A European department store, very well-known and led by one of the most iconic figures in the retail industry was undergoing a major shift. The business had recently pivoted towards a younger, more frequent buyer with the emphasis on dynamic, on-trend fashion. Retail analytics are typically fruitful due to the availability of granular EPOS sales data and the ability to predict how products will move through their lifecycle due
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
'Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
'I attended my first ARC forum a few weeks ago. Having been immersed in presentations and panels for three days though, there was something almost Schrödinger’s cat-like in the air about the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The two apparently contradictory states are: IIoT is real!!! Oh. I thought there was more to IIoT than […].
Freightos
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
Freight is changing. Routes are changing. East-West global trade is on the decline, being replaced by more complicated trade networks that merge seamlessly between developing and developed countries. Technology is changing. Beyond expanding trade, which grew at 2.1% in 2013, rising costs are pushing for more efficiency, whether by cutting operating costs with improved technology.
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3PL Insights
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Pros and Cons of a Centralized Warehouse by Matt Magpantay, Evans Distribution Systems An integral aspect of a product based business is its inventory control. If mishandled, a business will not be able to... The post Pros and Cons of a Centralized Warehouse appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.
Apparel Logistics
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
If you are interested in the field of logistics, there are a few things you need to know. In this article, we’ll give you the details.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 5, 2015
'In our world of technological innovation, the pressure to provide consumers with faster and more efficient levels of service is mounting, and retail manufacturers are feeling the impact. Gone are the days when consumers’ only options were limited to visiting brick-and-mortar stores to shop. Today, if they still choose to shop at a physical store, […].
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'Individuals living in the higher latitudes will tell you that ice dams on your roof are an omen of bad things to come. I learned this first-hand last week after record snowfall in the Boston area. To minimize future damage, I set out to purchase a roof rake to clear the snow off of my […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
'I’ve recently completed a survey titled Warehouse Performance Improvement. I had two key partners, DC Velocity and eft (eyefortransport). An executive summary of the overall results will be published in DC Velocity in May. DC Velocity’s summary will mostly focus on what shippers can do to improve performance. I’ve just started the analysis, but in […].
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2015
'In his 2016 budget plan, to be unveiled today, President Obama will propose that U.S. companies’ overseas profits be taxed to fund a major boost in infrastructure spending. These tax proposals could change the way the Tax Efficient Supply Chain (TESC) operates. When highly profitable companies pay little in the way of taxes, negative press […].
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
'3D printing or additive manufacturing has been around for decades. But it hasn’t been until the last five years that the hype has exceeded the reality of what this technology can do. After reading many articles from industry insiders, we’ve collected some key takeaways on the current and future trends for this manufacturing technique. Where Additive Manufacturing Really Shines.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 6, 2015
'The trend of outsourcing to overseas suppliers and contractors may be losing some of its luster. Many businesses are returning to U.S. manufacturers — also known as reshoring — to obtain goods faster and at lower costs than foreign suppliers can offer. Moreover, “Made in the USA” tags can win over domestic customers who want to feel good about their purchases.
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GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 4, 2015
'Editor’s Note: This is the first post in a series produced in partnership with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights. It’s no secret that anything “mobile” is all the rage today.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'I have often been struck by the stark contrast in sophistication, automation and control inside the walls of our customer’s facilities, compared to the outside. Inside the walls, lean and six-sigma thinking prevails, while outside, beyond the dock, yard checks are commonly performed by scribbling notes on yesterday’s printout. I am always on the lookout […].
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
'Today’s post concludes our series on all things TMS. Whether you call it a transportation management system, TMS, or transport management system, we have you covered on the State of TMS in our first post , the 4 key process enablers in the second post , and in today’s post we will cover what the future holds for transport management systems.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
'Evidence of the shortage of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) talent in the United States is plentiful. However, in an effort to stop immigration of high-skilled STEM workers, left wing advocates argue that there is no shortage. A new twist to their argument is to claim that STEM graduates do not always go into STEM fields and therefore are not in short supply.
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GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
'Industrial automation components supplier European Automation has produced a helpful buzzword guide on cloud computing for the automation industry. The concise directory is aimed at giving a relevant outline of some of the most popular, but occasionally mystifying terms used in cloud computing. The top ten is available for download here from the industry guides section of European Automation’s website.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'Editor’s Note: This is a blog by one of our affiliate partners, Global Vision Group , a Federal Maritime Commission licensed Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) and Ocean Freight Forwarder (OFF). The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshoremen Warehouse Union (ILWU) have been operating without a contract since the end of June, 2014.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
'All over the world, heading offshore to outsource production has become something that it is had been accepted as the norm. Offshoring does indeed make sense for many companies, especially those that want to establish a global footprint. Too many, however, outsource production for the wrong reasons. Lured by the promise of cheaper labor ( which is starting to not be the case ), companies are blind to the tactical costs of manufacturing overseas.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
'As a freight broker , you know the importance of staying ahead of trends in your business. 2014 was a dynamic year for shipping and freight, and 2015 might present us with some surprising changes as well. One month in, here are our predictions for freight brokers in 2015: Manufacturing Comes Home. For decades, globalization has defined the supply chain.
Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 2, 2015
'Editor’s Note: Cerasis is a 3PL focused on transportation management. So why do we feature content related to Vendor Managed Inventory? In a VMI model, part of the equation is the inbound & outbound flow of the inventory. Inventory is then put on pallets and shipped as freight. Distributors will inbound to a manufacturer the inventory needed and transportation management, especially inbound freight management, efficiency is paramount to an effective vendor managed inventory model.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
'I saw a news report the other day that said truck driving is the easiest, most available type of job you can get today—and the least attractive job there is. Detention is one big reason. Shippers and receivers know already that detention at their facilities impact a driver’s Hours of Service, but they may not […].
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
'A Transportation Management System is a vital tool for shipping professionals. It helps to coordinate all of the available data points in a transport network, including rates, route options, warehouse supply, and distribution. Transportation management systems present this information in a clean, easy to understand format that then allows the shipping manager to make the best and most efficient decisions possible.
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