The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

With a history of advocating for fair and equitable regulations, TIA ensures that its members are well-prepared to meet the challenges of a dynamic transportation landscape. There’s no other event out there designed by 3PLs for 3PLs, so don’t miss it. When: April 10-13, 2024.

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The Lean Thinker

AUGUST 19, 2021

Twice a year we had a “PT” (Physical Training, I think) test that consisted of measured performance on five “events.” ” One of those events was a 2 mile run. We were capable of breaking 12 minutes – not competitive times in a track meet, but respectable. I have no idea.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 27, 2024

Refusing to accept his limitations, he’s completed over 100 Spartan Races, 6 Major Marathons, several Ultras and scores of other obstacle and endurance events. A 4-time cancer survivor, type-1 diabetic, recovering alcoholic with herniated discs, nerve damage and sleep apnea, he defies it all when he finds Obstacle Course Racing.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Importers are already front-loading as it will cost them much more in the event tariffs are being implemented. From large retailers to small to midsize importers, based on our conversations and meetings with our clients, the overall sentiment is clear: bring shipments now and store them in U.S. imports from China is on the horizon.

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Supply Chains Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Manufacturing Procurement 105

WorkWave

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Timely and efficient last-mile deliveries are critical for meeting customer expectations. Testing and scaling these technologies could redefine delivery capabilities and meet the increasing demands of urban logistics. They play a vital role in boosting customer satisfaction and maintaining a competitive edge in the logistics market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 3, 2024

Many events exist in North America, Europe, and Asia. Industry association events are being held in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Meanwhile, technology providers’ user events are mostly packed into the spring, so plan accordingly. I have my own favorite events, each for its specific qualities. Safe travels!

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The Lean Thinker

AUGUST 28, 2023

It was Tuesday afternoon of a traditional five-day kaizen event. It was easy to demonstrate that the oven actually had plenty of capacity, and could easily meet the need by operating it as it was designed. We were partnered with consultants that we paid for with the idea of eventually learning to lead these events on our own.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 30, 2025

Warehouse managers and executives face constant pressure to meet rising customer expectations while maintaining cost efficiency and operational excellence. Delayed Insights – Reporting and analytics in static systems are often limited to backward-looking insights, meaning they analyze and present data only after events have occurred.

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The Lean Thinker

JULY 2, 2024

They realized then that Boeing had to transform itself from an engineering company focused solely on meeting engineering challenges to one focused on meeting the needs of the customers. But the key to meeting the needs of the customers was more than just understanding those needs better. It was a triumph moment for everyone.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2024

Situation Companies are increasingly confronted with complex planning scenarios due to predictable events such as mergers and acquisitions, category expansions, supplier changes, and distribution evolution, as well as disruptive events including demand volatility, material shortages, capacity constraints, and logistical surprises.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 21, 2025

This could limit businesses’ ability to meet demand, especially during peak seasons and potentially lead to higher labor costs and project delays. This is particularly important during periods of heightened security needs, such as holidays, major events or during peak business seasons.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 10, 2024

Agility can also reflect a company’s ability to effectively deal with unexpected constraints caused by strikes, earthquakes, political strife, and a variety of other events. The ability to meet that demand can be less than expected. No plan is perfect. Demand will be higher or lower than expected. Medium-term planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Steve Banker, after a ride along in an autonomous truck from TORC In 2022, Torc Robotics – a provider of autonomous trucks for the middle mile – and Daimler Truck, who is the majority owner of Torc, held an event for journalists and financial analysts at a Torc facility in Albuquerque. This will be a step-by-step process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2024

For example, in a trip to the airport, there is a chain of events that determines whether a person will arrive on time. Each event is a “state.” As the likelihood of different factors changes—such as through an adverse event—Atlas re-optimizes based on this “new view” of risks. I slept in late, or I didn’t.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2024

Today’s supply chains are fraught with uncertainties across demand and supply yet are tasked with adding incremental value to their organizations while also meeting commercial, working capital and sustainability goals. These events can range from minor supply disruption or canceled shipments to significant black swan events.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

2021 was the trough with in-person events severely limited. Last year brought in a revival of events, but with a few still either provided virtually or postponed for one more year. This year I believe we will not only see a return to the prior number of events, but also record attendance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 23, 2024

market data, weather forecasts, geopolitical factors, events), and IoT devices (e.g., Focus on collecting and integrating data that directly contribute to improving decision-making, enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and meeting customer expectations. ERP, CRM, SCM), external sources (e.g., sensors, RFID tags).

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

However, the use of multi-echelon inventory optimization software can help retailers to identify the appropriate amount of stock needed at stores, warehouses, and distribution centers to meet desired service levels. Establishing these levels will help to free up available cash, thus making the business more profitable.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2024

New England is learning from the response to extreme weather events in other regions. Transmission Expansion More transmission will be needed to interconnect and deliver large scale renewable energy to meet state policy goals (separate from reliability needs). There are limits to how much risk can be mitigated through the market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2024

Real-Time What-If Planning with AI Using what-if analysis to evaluate different scenarios by incorporating internal and external events is a key way to utilize AI/ML in demand planning. Automated new and seasonal product forecasting provides companies with the ability to maximize sales and reduce waste through accurate demand planning.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

I also had to ensure that I planned each route in such a way as to make it possible for the delivery crews to meet the customers delivery time windows. It also allows them to communicate proactively with customers in the event of vehicle maintenance issues, heavy traffic, or other conditions that might delay delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2024

For Target, it’s both about meeting consumer demand and living up to its own corporate pledges. Until July 18, Walmart is offering Walmart+ memberships for $49 a year, or half off the usual $98 fee. Cargill, one of the world’s largest buyers of raw cotton, will use the technology on 50,000 tons of cotton from the U.S.

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