SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 10, 2019
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are frequently used in general business to evaluate the success of everything from a specific department to an entire enterprise. KPIs work with the raw data of the industry to evaluate how the industry performs. It helps unleash the hidden patterns that help the industries analyze the bottlenecks, which in turn, […].
ShipLilly
JULY 11, 2019
Anyone involved in the shipping industry, and especially ocean freight shipping, is going to face a long list of Industry terms. There are a handful that you will see time and time again and that is why it’s important to go over the most common freight shipping terms so that you know exactly what it is you are asked for or exactly what to ask for yourself.
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Forto
JULY 12, 2019
How the right communication process and data management style augment shipment handling and reduce risk. In international shipment management unnecessary workload changes and failure to communicate efficiently and effectively lead to errors and delays in shipment processing. . Multiple stakeholders, dozens of calls, variations of documents, process steps, and diverse transport management systems (TMS) complicate international shipping even further. .
Talking Logistics
JULY 8, 2019
The impact of e-commerce on the retail grocery industry and perishables supply chains has created a phenomenon called Micro Supply Chains. It’s driving rapid change across the industry, which has presented challenges for all stakeholders, but also new opportunities to differentiate and capture market share. What are some of these challenges and opportunities?
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The Logistics of Logistics
JULY 9, 2019
Joshua, please introduce yourself. I am a Joshua Walls, co-founder of Truckpark.com, a phone app that helps drivers find a safe, secure place to park. We developed our phone app as a tool to help truck drivers find safe and secure parking. Ideally, our app will improve the driver’s experience and quality of life. Please tell us about your background.
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Fleet Owner
JULY 10, 2019
Truck drivers play an important role in the economy and it is not like just anyone can drive safely and economically.
Logistics Management
JULY 11, 2019
Tight capacity, high rates, rapid e-commerce growth and a booming economy fueled an 11.45% rise in U.S. logistics costs over the course of 2018. However, new freight management innovations abound, and now nimbleness and efficiency are keys to good service as we roll through 2019.
The Logistics of Logistics
JULY 7, 2019
Tyler, please introduce yourself (your title / company / location). I’m Tyler Hildebrand and I am an account executive at Reliable Transportation Solutions in Cincinnati, OH. Please tell us about your background. Where did you grow up? Go to school? What was your major in college? Born and raised in Cincinnati, OH. Growing up I worked in lots of warehouses and was very interested in art.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 8, 2019
We picked one factory (or industrial site) from each state you can visit that truly represents what has always made America great: hard work and ingenuity.
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
Fleet Owner
JULY 9, 2019
“Trucks need to be designed so that women can easily drive the vehicle.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JULY 12, 2019
This is the second in a series of blogs based on Amware’s new eBook titled “Your Marketing Fulfillment Program Sucks: 7 Ways Poor Literature Management and Distribution Practices Undermine Your Marketing Results.”. A sales rep walks into a client’s office to introduce a new product. When the pitch concludes, the client asks for more information. No problem, says the sales rep; I’ll send you our brochure and a spec sheet right away.
Kuebix
JULY 11, 2019
What’s the Big Hype About Amazon? Amazon is an e-commerce company that has become one of the Big Four technology companies alongside major businesses such as Apple, Google, and Facebook. For Amazon Prime members, FREE 2 day shipping and streaming of music and videos are just a couple of benefits provided for a cost of […]. The post How Amazon Prime Air Will Change the Transportation Industry appeared first on Kuebix.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 11, 2019
Today, companies are increasingly recognizing the importance of sustainable procurement. According to a global study, 2017 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, conducted by EcoVadis and HEC, 97% of the surveyed supply chain professionals from a total of 120 companies regard sustainable procurement as highly important. Global think tanks and analysts expect upcoming trends towards companies being pressured […].
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Fleet Owner
JULY 10, 2019
Women In Trucking is working on getting in front of girls with its female truck driver doll and supply chain activity and coloring book for children.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JULY 9, 2019
The logistics field is changing fast and furious, and eCommerce fulfillment is leading the way. At Amware, we try to keep an eye out for interesting facts that provide a big picture view of what’s happening across the industry. Here’s some of what we’ve come across lately in our reading – with a little added commentary.
Talking Logistics
JULY 10, 2019
What skills and attributes will be the most important for supply chain young professionals to succeed moving forward? We asked members of our Indago research community that question back in April. Our community was relatively small at the time (18 supply chain and logistics executives), but they are all high-level leaders (more than a third. The post The Most Important Skills for Supply Chain Young Professionals appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 11, 2019
As competition intensifies in the fast-moving-consumer-goods (FMCG) sector, procurement department plays a critical role to manage order planning with budget allocation, budget planning and cost savings, and to ensure delivery on time. The best procurement practices are designed to be cost-effective and improve productivity, which also applies to a company.
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Fleet Owner
JULY 8, 2019
The American Trucking Associations recently revealed the official 2019 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week logo and thank-a-trucker toolkit.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 12, 2019
The company will retrain 100,000 warehouse workers by 2025 to allow employees to move into more highly skilled jobs within the company or find new careers outside of Amazon.
NGT News
JULY 12, 2019
The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (Trinity Metro) has awarded New Flyer of America Inc. a contract for four heavy-duty, 35-foot Xcelsior CHARGE battery-electric buses. Trinity Metro provides public transportation in Fort Worth, Texas, and other cities in Tarrant County, which is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. The New Flyer buses support a new […].
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 8, 2019
Retailing as a business model is being challenged by e-tailers and demands for an ever-improving customer experience. Lessons from the military can help.
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Fleet Owner
JULY 8, 2019
If you expect your drivers and technicians to care about safety then you need to demonstrate management’s commitment to it as well.
AIMMS
JULY 8, 2019
Sales and Operations Planning and demand forecasting are two sides of the same coin. For many, a well-executed S&OP process should start with a demand forecast on one end and supply and resource plans to meet that forecast on the other. But in today’s VUCA world, the future is getting harder and harder to predict. Demand forecasts are only becoming less accurate.
Morai Logistics
JULY 10, 2019
As supply chains get increasingly digitized, the risks of supply chains being undermined by cyber attacks also increases, making cybersecurity vital to supply chain health. Digital transformation is something that is crucial for supply chains going forward. If they are to keep up with the market demands that are placed upon them, they need the efficiency, productivity, and precision digital tools bring with them.
NGT News
JULY 10, 2019
On July 17, Chicago Area Clean Cities (CACC) and the B20 Club will jointly host an educational program on the advantages of biodiesel. “Truck Stop Coffee Talk: The Truth About Biodiesel” will be held in Bolingbrook, Ill. The program will dive into the health, environmental and performance advantages of biodiesel-blended fuels as an alternative to […].
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
Fleet Owner
JULY 12, 2019
More women outside of the industry are approaching them to learn about their story.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2019
“Retailers still want to protect their customers against potential price increases that would come with any additional tariffs, but with the latest proposed tariffs on hold for now and warehouses bulging, there’s only so much they can do,” said Jonathan Gold of NRF.
Logistics Management
JULY 10, 2019
More companies are shifting toward the use of public, private and hybrid Clouds to run their supply chains.
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