Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

Global supply chains have been tested repeatedly by a series of disruptive events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S.-China The prevailing strategy was to produce goods in low-cost countries and distribute them globally, optimizing for economies of scale. China trade disputes, and natural disasters.

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WorkWave

MAY 22, 2020

Some businesses lack the bandwidth or staff to attend, some have strict travel bans in place, some don’t have the discretionary spend, and others simply do not feel safe going to an in-person event in the foreseeable future. While the ability to quickly adapt plans or to manage a crisis is second nature to an event or meeting planner (e.g.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Diversified Port Strategies : DGL identifies and utilizes alternative port options to keep your cargo moving. By building flexibility into our logistics strategies, we can redirect shipments to less-affected ports, minimizing delays. With critical components stuck at a closed port, their production schedule was at risk of collapsing.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 8, 2025

From new tech breakthroughs to changing customer expectations and unexpected global events, businesses need to stay flexible and ready to adapt. Thats why its more important than ever to focus on strategies that work and make them part of your plan moving forward. Since you’ve come this far, this might interest you!

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Since 2011 carriers, 3PLs, shippers, and logistics technology vendors have looked to CarrierDirect to deliver the efficiency, strategy, go-to-market plans, and technology that will elevate their business above their competition. Socio-political events like trade wars and political upheavals around the world. Financial implications.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 11, 2024

Whether it’s the seasonal spikes or sudden increases due to events, being able to predict and adjust to these fluctuations is key. Grasping Demand Dynamics In food and beverage shipping, demand can vary significantly based on factors like seasons and events.

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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. Overlaying a dynamic layer on top of the WMS can sometimes be the the best and most efficient strategy. By Andrew Southgate, V.P.

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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 Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

By fostering closer relationships with suppliers and partners, businesses can ensure a more agile response to unforeseen events. AI can analyse data from various sources to predict potential disruptions, such as weather events or geopolitical tensions, allowing businesses to take proactive measures.

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Bringg

AUGUST 29, 2018

Over the months of September and October, the Bringg team will be attending multiple events around the world. If you or one of your colleagues is planning to attend any of these events, get in touch so we can meet. There will be plenty to indulge in during your time at the event! Sept 5th-6th: LogiPharma US, Philadelphia.

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IoT World Today

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

The product-as-a-service shift has compelled Michelin to study its customers to better meet their needs. IoT World is North America’s largest IoT event where strategists, technologists and implementers connect, putting IoT, AI, 5G and edge into action across industry verticals. Book your ticket now. ].

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Trinity Logistics, a leading logistics solutions provider, has been breaking bread with its customers through a series of exclusive roundtable events. The first of these engaging events took place August 2023 in Dallas, Texas, at the acclaimed Pappas Bros Steakhouse , creating an inviting atmosphere for meaningful conversations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The event, which ran until the 24th October, showcased a wide range of innovations aimed at addressing the growing challenges in these sectors, such as increasing parcel volumes and the need for faster, more sustainable operations.

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Airfreight Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

The International Air Cargo Association ( TIACA ) announces the launch of a new event series: the TIACA 4Cargo Conferences and Workshops, designed for subject matter experts and thought leaders in specialized cargo domains such as Airports, Sustainability, Drones and more. We loved it!”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Driven by strong organic growth and a strategy of acquisitions to better meet market needs, the RAJA Group has become a key player in the field of business supplies and equipment. The post RAJA shares growth strategy with suppliers appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

So everything in the retailer’s Supply Chain strategy needs to be focused on the customer, and of course the shareholders, that goes without saying. These unexpected events can cause big operational headaches and highlight the need for contingency plans. And they have very different dynamics.

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FreightWaves SONAR

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The freight market continues to battle the freight recession that has been ongoing for over two years, and there have been signs that the market is slightly more sensitive to outside events. With tools like SONAR, tracking across all the various modes, it becomes easy to identify when others in the industry are changing strategies.

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Stord

MAY 8, 2024

Deploying Modern E-Commerce Strategies Leveraging modern e-commerce strategies like pre-orders, influencer marketing, order consolidation (combining multiple orders into a single shipment), bundles, and upsells is currently a major operational and technical challenge for most DTC brands.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

While this creates tremendous value , it also br ings the inevitable risk that certain event s can have far-reaching consequences that influence supply chain s more than ever before. Most often , these events force demand and resource usage to fluctuate.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

However, even as retailers scramble to meet e-commerce consumer demands, and providers lean into the latest trends to get those packages to front doors, there is plenty going on behind the scenes. She noted that the company works to ensure its franchisees have the right business model that will be profitable and meet the needs of shippers.

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TransAudit

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Companies that rely on reactive strategies risk falling behind, while those that prioritize resilience are better equipped to thrive. Reactive strategies focus on addressing issues as they arise, but these approaches: Lack foresight to predict disruptions. Struggle to adapt to rapid changes.

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ECW

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Our discussion spanned various critical areas, including the distinguishing features of these commodities, the impact of global supply chain dynamics, and the essential strategies for managing risks and operational challenges. Were all dealing with the same issuesgeopolitical instability, economic fluctuations, and extreme weather events.

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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

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It is important to have a robust incident response plan in place for your distribution operation in the event of a cybersecurity breach. This plan should outline specific steps to be taken in the event of a breach, including who to contact and how to contain and mitigate the damage. It should also include regular testing and updating.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Building resilient supply chains that can quickly adapt to unexpected events is crucial. Balancing the need for lean inventory to minimize costs while ensuring sufficient stock to meet customer demand can be a delicate task. Forecasting accuracy becomes critical to prevent overstocking or stockouts.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

This year’s Nexstar Partner Portal provides those who attended the virtual 2020 Nexstar Super Meeting with the flexibility to explore recorded sessions from the event, including sessions loaded with actionable insights from ServMan experts. Team meetings are vital to effective teamwork. Patrick Lencioni: The Motive.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

JUNE 1, 2023

In this captivating article, we delve into the annals of history to explore the most important events that paved the way for the extraordinary development of logistics as we know it today. The New (Ab)Normal: Reshaping Business and Supply Chain Strategy Beyond Covid-19. References: Ballou, R. Business Logistics Management.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Through the use of technology, Terrapinn, the event management company that held the conference, was able to maintain the essence of the show. Through the use of Swapcard, an event and networking app, attendees were able to connect with exhibitors and stay abreast of scheduled sessions, events, meeting requests, and more.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

But for that special class of disruption, the low-probability, high-impact events like natural disasters, epidemics and other upheavals, organizations don’t know how to mitigate the risk and successfully manage their supply chains, and are now trying to find their way through the minefield of issues and challenges with no clear solution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Only award up to a maximum of 80% of a supplier’s capacity so that they aren’t struggling to reach 100% throughput to meet the demand. Leading organizations are deploying cloud based technologies to launch sourcing events, invite bids, and employ sophisticated combinatorial optimization techniques to evaluate bids, and down select suppliers.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 7, 2020

Lessons can come from extrapolating what we witness every day; from events that capture tangible and intangible aspects of sustaining normal life. 2] Commanders and logisticians at all levels will arbitrarily increase their demands, and others will do their best to meet the new requirement. Hoarding will occur.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

High e-commerce shopping rates combined with construction delays are causing a strain in the supply of new warehouse space, especially as companies shift their inventory management strategies from just- in-time (JIT) inventory management to larger safety stocks for better responsiveness. Can you meet and respond to changing business demands?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2023

Despite their best efforts, current events and market dynamics caught up with them, leading to issues managing their suppliers and sourcing the materials needed for their products. Challenges in managing and meeting sustainability and compliance goals/requirements. in advanced economies — causing a potential slump in demand. [2].

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

It will explain the various types of SOC audits, how SOC certified service providers can support SOX compliance, and why most courier delivery providers fail to meet SOX requirements. As long as the control meets the required criteria, the company is granted Type 1 compliance. Metadata Management – What are the attributes?

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

That last few years have been nothing short of eventful for the trucking industry. This, of course, left some large shoes to fill, and unfortunately, 2019 could not meet the mark, with freight rates falling by 27 percent as per Camino Financial. All findings point to one thing: shippers must begin planning their 2021 strategies now.

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ShipLilly

APRIL 7, 2021

This includes events that are caused or worsened by the weather conditions. Ultimately, this is about protecting the supply chain from events that are unexpected and largely outside of your control. To meet the demand, shipping companies are stacking large quantities of cargo on increasingly narrow equipment.

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