Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2014
'While “Big Data” has been getting all the attention, analysis of all that data can be improved if it is married with “Small Data.” In the emerging world of an industrial Internet of Things (IoT) – IoT applications used by industry – more and more smart devices with sensors are using Internet protocols to transfer […].
3PL Insights
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
'3PL Outsourcing, 5 Point Summary by Leo Stringa, Business Development Specialist, Evans Distribution Systems Definition- A third-party logistics provider (abbreviated 3PL, or sometimes TPL) is a firm that provides a one stop shop... The post 3PL Outsourcing, A 5 Point Summary appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.
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Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Third-party logistics has evolved with new technology in order to streamline the process of outgoing and incoming shipments. Today there are multiple app options found on your smartphone to get the information you need at the touch of a button.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
SEPTEMBER 28, 2014
'In service industries, which are mainly dependent on their field force to execute the work, the key ask is to co-ordinate and manage the completion of high volume of work requests that are executed by the field force. The requirement is to optimize the scheduling and mobility processes which along with the tightly integrated Enterprise Asset Management processes will automatically determine the most appropriate resource to carry out field works and dispatch work orders directly to the responsib
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
'I’ve been doing some research on the unconventional oil supply chain. Unconventional oil includes crude oil from shale and oil sands. I’ve talked to over 20 oil executives and experts about the inbound supply chain that supports oil well production. This is part of the supply chain that the oil industry refers to as “upstream.” […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 16, 2014
'The growth of online shopping, direct-to-consumer shipping, and multi-channel distribution demands have led to big changes in the 3PL industry – to the point where many industry observers, such as Robert Bowman in a recent article for Forbes, noted that the number of 3PLs overall is shrinking due to a rising trend of mergers and […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 15, 2014
'MercuryGate’s User Conference 2014 was in New Orleans last week. MercuryGate, of course, is a best of breed provider of transportation management systems (TMS). At a conference sponsored by a TMS supplier, you would expect much of the talk to center on the freight savings that can be achieved with a TMS; and this was […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
'Google owns search. Except in one area, product searches. When it comes to product searches many prospective consumers start by going to the Amazon web site. Google is trying to do to Amazon, what Amazon has done to traditional bricks and mortar retailers, crush them. In the last quarter, Amazon’s sales rose 23 percent; yet […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
'No, this is not yet another article about capturing network milestones or establishing better carrier connectivity, but rather the more strategic issue of how companies can raise the visibility of transportation within the domain of corporate initiatives. I recently attended the American Shipper Executive Summit in New York City and early in the agenda, Eric […].
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
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
'The reaction came thick and fast. Logistics service provider Agility referred to it as a tragic failure, no less, citing big losers in developing countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America. DHL, FedEx, TNT and UPS, in the form of the Express Association of America, bemoaned the loss of potentially large gains in world trade, […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 11, 2014
'Hadoop – the word – is everywhere, it’s ubiquitous. But, knowing how to spell it, and knowing what it means for your company, are two very different things. So, should supply chain professionals be concerned about Hadoop? Yes, because although at the moment, Hadoop is probably being used most widely for marketing applications, the marketing […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 18, 2014
'This past week, I had a chance to spend a few hours with the folks at a large global food manufacturer discussing the evolution of their mobile strategy. The company has been using GPS-enabled mobile technology with its thousands of sales and merchandising resources for over five years. What started as a strategy to track […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
'ARC Advisory Group conducts an annual analysis of the global transportation management systems (TMS) market. The research process includes the analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous TMS software companies. The process concludes with the publication of ARC’s TMS Global Market Research Study, which analyzes the market shares across numerous […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
'The World Economic Forum (WEF) released its annual Global Competitiveness Report last week. The WEF bases its competitiveness analysis on its Global Competitiveness Index (GCI). The index considers numerous determinants of national economic competitiveness. It outlines 12 pillars of competitiveness, categorized into three stages of economic development where the given pillars are most important.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
'CSCMP is only a week away. Clint Reiser and I will be presenting our findings from an omni-channel fulfillment survey we conducted in partnership with James Cooke and DC Velocity. Omni-channel is all about the convergence of channels to provide a unified brand experience for the customer. Each channel has its own experiences, advantages, and […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 19, 2014
'Ahoy!! Did ye land lubbers know that today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day? Here’s a quick primer – “Arrr!” is the official sound, and not, “Arrrgh!” There are talk-like-a-pirate parties all over the world, as this is more than just a provincial phenomenon. Go to the official Talk Like a Pirate website to […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 5, 2014
'The World Economic Forum (WEO) released its annual Global Competitiveness Report earlier this week. The 565 page PDF file is available for download here, if you dare to read it cover to cover. It evaluates the competitiveness of 144 economies across the global. The competitive index outlines 12 pillars of competitiveness, categorized into three stages […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
'We’ve written a lot about the truck driver shortage here at Logistics Viewpoints and the impact that this could have on the global supply chain moving forward. Often times we forget about, or simply don’t think about, everything and everyone that makes it possible for us to get the goods we desire. The shortage could […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
'Unconventional Oil includes shale oil and oil from tar sands. In producing oil, chemicals are injected into the ground to increase flow. The amount of chemical treatment is tied to the oil and gas production rates; treatments need to be adjusted as production rates vary. In many situations production treatment chemicals represent the second highest […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
'US LBM is a privately held collection of 13 leading building materials distributors, serving in 11 States with more than 70 locations. The company has grown by acquiring regional distributors as well as through organic growth. The regional distributors have a great deal of autonomy and retain their own names. So, for example, in the […].
Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 22, 2014
The Incoterms, or International Commercial Terms are a series of pre-defined commercial terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce. These terms are used widely in International commercial transactions and should be at the forefront of every company's practice.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2014
When choosing a 3PL supplier, it’s important to know that you can trust them, which not only requires communication, but completely honest communication. Transparency benefits both suppliers and clients, as a lot of confusion and misunderstandings can be avoided when transparency is practiced.
Apparel Logistics
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
Going green is an important part of today's business world. Going green is no longer just an extra item to put on your check list but is an excellent way to give back, a terrific marketing initiative, and a way to build relationships with like minded people and potentially build new clientele.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
'US LBM is a privately held collection of 13 leading building materials distributors, serving in 11 States with more than 70 locations. The company has grown by acquiring regional distributors as well as through organic growth. The regional distributors have a great deal of autonomy and retain their own names. So, for example, in the […].
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 22, 2014
'I’m an ex-academic, but I’m not a fan of most of the research produced by supply chain or industrial engineering departments. Most of it is just not relevant to supply chain professionals. But there is an article that MIT published called Analysis of Truckload Prices and Rejection Rates that was an exception. The researcher, Yoo […].
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.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
SEPTEMBER 27, 2014
'I have seen Asset Management practice transform a great deal since the time I was first inducted into this domain. From a black board for charting the overall equipment status and files holding hundreds of thousands of documents maintaining equipment logs, we have indeed come a long way to have a full-fledged computer systems for our Asset management needs.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
SEPTEMBER 23, 2014
'Gaining efficiencies, reducing maintenance cost, improving visibility across the company, reducing diverse IT system maintenance costs - these are some of the common reasons a company goes for an ERP implementation. Agreed, the reasons and the benefits are well thought out and the plan is all firmed up. But is it always a ''Bed of Roses''? I would say, not at all.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
'The importance, awareness and complexity of streamlined contract management processes have been increased over the last few years. Many organizations have started moving to automate their contract management processes to streamline their intra organizational and vendor collaborations. Best-in-Class organizations are those who have established the "paperless contract" approach for managing procurement contracts.
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