Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 8, 2014
'In today’s competitive environment, more and more companies are placing increased focus on the processes that best support their competitive positioning. Concurrently, these same organizations are shifting responsibility for other processes to specialist organizations. The increased use of 3PLs for transportation, warehousing, and fulfillment is one example of this trend in specialization.
3PL Insights
OCTOBER 16, 2014
'Freight Hauling Terminology by Derek Byrd, Marketing and Inside Sales Manager at Evans Distribution Systems Logistics is one of the worlds largest industries and there are many industry terms that come with such a... The post Freight Hauling Terminology appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.
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Apparel Logistics
OCTOBER 30, 2014
Outsourcing is a great way to expand your small business’s reach in a global marketplace. Whether it’s through apparel supply chain management or other in-house tasks that can be a drain on resources, outsourcing is a way to simultaneously get the job done right while giving yourself the ability to focus on doing what you do best.
Infosys Supply Chain Management
OCTOBER 20, 2014
'Posted by Abhay Dhall, Associate Consultant (Manufacturing Vertical), Infosys Limited The world of manufacturing is perpetually concerned with improving operational and manufacturing efficiency of a plant. A common approach is the much-used and abused lean manufacturing. Manufacturing companies think of lean manufacturing as a formula but instead it is a philosophy with many facets which can create value by reducing redundancy and non-value processes in a manufacturing system.
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
OCTOBER 28, 2014
'The logistics service provider (LSP) market landscape is undergoing a titanic shift. The traditional boundaries between brokers, carriers and 3PLs are blurring, particularly in the small- to mid-sized LSP market. Many of these companies are experiencing a blending of the time-honored functions that once separated these distinct service providers. Many of the larger companies, due […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 23, 2014
'Will you wait until disaster strikes before investigating weak links in the supply chain? Or will you add resilience now to minimize the risk of disruption?
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 21, 2014
'For years, safety practice traditionally focused on the workplace environment in an effort to prevent personal injury. Formal and informal audits produced a long list of action items such as a hole in the floor, a damaged tool or poor lighting. Management would correct all of the noted items in a timely manner and feel […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 1, 2014
'Last week I attended the CSCMP Annual Global Conference in San Antonio, TX. The omni-channel track featured in the Customer Cornerstone had a number of interesting sessions (including mine). One that stuck out to me was “Creating a Healthy Omni-Channel Supply Chain: The Vitamin Shoppe’s Transition from Multi-Channel to Omni-Channel Retailer” presented by Rich Tannenbaum, […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 20, 2014
'You’ve been offered an interview for a supply chain position, and you need to prepare for it. What next? Research the Company – Before you ever go on an interview, you must first research the company and be fully prepared to answer the questions “What do you know about our company?” or “Why do you […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 15, 2014
'One of the key aspects of omni-channel retailing is merchandise availability. This pertains to the store, warehouse, and distribution center. With so much effort and focus being spent on building out omni-channel strategies starting at the store, merchandise availability within the store is of critical importance. Another company that presented at the CSCMP Annual Global […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 13, 2014
'The health care industry in the US is undergoing transformation driven by the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and the increasing impact of consumerism. Healthcare providers historically have had prepaid plans where the cost of care was paid up front and the more procedures a hospital did, the more they got paid. Consequently providers felt little […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 9, 2014
'The band R.E.M. crafted many a catchy tune. One that always sticks in my head is “It’s the End of the World as We Know it (and I Feel Fine).” While I cannot today remember every line of that fast-paced song, it always made me think of big changes coming in the world around me. […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 31, 2014
'Happy All Hallows’ Eve (Halloween). Did you know that Halloween is believed to be an offshoot of an ancient a Celtic/Gaelic festival known as Samhain? Samhain marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the darker half of the year (Those of you in the US, excluding Arizona, don’t forget to turn back […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 22, 2014
'Last month I wrote a Logistics Viewpoints article titled “A Maturity Model for Supply Chain Progression?” In this article, I contended that the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Index (CGI), which measures national economic competitiveness, can also serve as a maturity model for supply chain progression. The CGI framework outlines 12 pillars of competitiveness and […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 14, 2014
'The 3PL market – defined here as non-asset based transportation, warehousing, and integrated supply chain services, has shown healthy growth in the second quarter of 2014. The growth increased due to strong performance in the Americas and increased volumes. The scope of coverage includes non-asset based transportation and warehousing services (referred to as “contract logistics” […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 27, 2014
'When companies decide that their present warehousing operations are not what they should be, and that they need to either implement a warehouse management system (WMS) or outsource their warehousing operations to a 3PL, they need to work toward putting together a request for proposal (RFP). If that pre-work for putting together a RFP includes […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 24, 2014
'Retailers are gearing up for the upcoming holiday season. While most stores are currently decked out in Halloween gear, come November 1, that will all change. Cue the Christmas trees, lights, and music, because the holiday season is fast approaching. I can’t say that I’m looking forward to it. But the retailers sure seem ready. […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2014
'Happy October, the month of Octoberfest, Halloween, and Columbus Day. On October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus’ expedition from Spain reached what is believed to be the Bahamas. This day was the inspiration for a holiday due to the belief that his expedition was the first from Europe to reach the Americas. But we now know […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 17, 2014
'Imagine this – You move to California from Great Britain. You decide you’re a bit lonely, so you buy a parrot for good company. You name him Nigel. You teach Nigel to speak, and he learns the language with the British accent that reminds you of home. Unfortunately, one day your feathered buddy flies the […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 10, 2014
'It’s been a crazy week here for me. I’ve been working on finishing up our omni-channel strategic report, scoping my soon-to-launch omni-channel market study, and took a quick two day trip to the Waldorf Astoria in New York City for SAP’s Retail Forum. It was a great conference with lots of great speakers and sessions […].
Apparel Logistics
OCTOBER 27, 2014
For logistics, 3pl, and delivery companies, there is no time busier than the holiday season. At this time of year, the exchange of goods increases dramatically which creates a huge influx of work for the logistics industry.
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
OCTOBER 20, 2014
Everyone loves to save money, and when it comes to third party logistics, there are a few ways to save. The folks at The Apparel Logistics Group are here to help you unlock the secrets to that saving so your company can be even more successful.
Apparel Logistics
OCTOBER 8, 2014
Professions in logistics and supply chain management have been considered respectable jobs and career for a long time now. However, only within the past decade or so have careers in logistics become serious professions within a necessary field.
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