The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2021

Sourcing Strategy: Effective vs Efficient with Ron Crabtree. Joe Lynch and Ron Crabtree discuss sourcing strategy: effective vs efficient. When developing a sourcing strategy, the focus can be effectiveness (gaining desired results) or on efficiency (reducing cost, labor, and resources used). About Ron Crabtree.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2024

With a focus on the complexities of delivering shelf-ready consumer goods and meeting retailers’ demanding requirements, such as OTIF, the podcast covers strategies that companies like Jarrett Logistics employ to ensure on-time delivery and compliance, utilizing advanced technology while prioritizing customer service.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 25, 2024

Which might be the reason she loves the travel and pace of the events industry! Courtney started her career in events in 1991. Courtney is currently the President of Manifest, a new generation event with logistics technology at the center. She leads the Manifest team and drives all strategic partnerships for the event.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 27, 2024

Ilya worked at Cummins, where he helped develop global supply chain strategies for their raw material commodities, including sheet metal fabrication, raw metal, trailers and containers. PAXAFE contextualizes active and passive visibility data, quantifies risk and predicts OTIF adverse events.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2023

About Pam Simon Pam Simon is a successful entrepreneur and business connector with more than 15 years of experience in event production, content creation, experiential marketing and angel investing. In 2019 Connectiv acquired her Future of Event series from Lab Ventures.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Pam Simon is a successful entrepreneur and business connector with more than 15 years of experience in event production, content creation, experiential marketing and angel investing. In 2019 Connectiv acquired her Future of Event series from Lab Ventures. About Pam Simon. About Connectiv.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2023

As the supply chain connective tissue, project44 operates the most trusted end-to-end visibility platform, tracking over 1 billion shipments annually for the world’s leading brands. He also leads the Sustainability strategy and roadmap at project44.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Joe Ohr is the Chief Operating Officer at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) , a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. With additional experience as the Manager of Sales and later the Director of Business Operations, Brad has been a key contributor to successfully scaling Emerge from a workforce of 30 to over 300 employees. About Brad Wheeler.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

Recent disruptions have exposed significant vulnerabilities in traditional models, driven by geopolitical instability, fluctuating demand, and operational inefficiencies. The objective is to maintain operational continuity while balancing cost efficiency with risk management. Warehouse automation is a key part of Walmarts strategy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Curtis is hosting the industry’s first live LTL Mastermind Event, November 9 th and 10 th in High Point, North Carolina. Curtis’ career has taken him through LTL operations – both driver and dock, Weights and Research, pricing, yield management, strategy, sales, and technology.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 25, 2025

A decade later the term MOM (Manufacturing Operations Management) replaced MES to refer to a system that was broader in scope. MES and MOM in Industry Strategy and the Smart Factory Many advanced manufacturers have an industry strategy that aligns and supports the overall business strategy and its objectives. What is MOM?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

Supply chain practitioners seeking the best way to speed decision intelligence, unify supply chain data, and increase operational efficiency can benefit from a supply chain data gateway. Automates Data Operations Managing data operations can require a lot of human capital and operational costs.

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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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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just as your body needs multiple defense mechanisms to fight off illness, your supply chain needs various strategies to handle disruptions, whether they’re local supplier issues or global crises. Supply chain resilience is your business’s ability to bounce back when things go wrongand in today’s world, things will go wrong.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 10, 2023

Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss highlights from the BGSA Conference , an annual event designed to bring together top industry leaders from all segments of the supply chain and provides an intimate and candid setting where CEOs and leaders can privately network and explore ideas with their peers.

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IFS Blogs

MARCH 17, 2025

Boosting Sales in the Logistics Industry: Proven Strategies for Growth In todays competitive logistics industry, increasing sales requires a combination of strategic planning, advanced technology, and a customer-centric approach. Below are key strategies to enhance sales and drive revenue in the logistics sector.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

Logistics warehouses that prioritize flexibility, operational efficiency, and throughput will be able to secure long-term growth, meet client demands, and stay ahead of evolving industry trends. It allows operations to remain competitive even in unpredictable market conditions and supports a variety of business models and client needs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2024

Since joining Trimble, Williams has led product development and strategy for Trimble’s award-winning dynamic freight procurement solution, Engage Lane. Explore Trimble’s strategies for improving productivity by addressing the fragmented nature of the transportation industry.

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Linxup

APRIL 1, 2024

On April 8th, 2024, the world will witness a rare celestial event: a total (in some areas) solar eclipse. Depending on their location to the eclipse's path, businesses must adapt their operations to ensure continuity while maximizing the potential for experiencing this awe-inspiring phenomenon.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

His journey then led him to Majid Al Futtaim Holding, where he served as Marketing Operations and Creative Services Lead, managing a vast array of shopping malls, cinemas, retail stores, hotels, and ski resorts across 17 countries. Beyrouti’s expertise was further utilized in assisting the Dubai government with the “Dubai Plan 2021”.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries! Do you have more questions about this topic? We can help.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 6, 2022

She has honed her skills for spotting and coaching winning teams over her 27+ years working with startups to F500s on strategy and execution across branding, product development, and innovation. The New York Supply Chain Meetup is its founding chapter, attracting hundreds of attendees from around the globe to its monthly events.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Each presentation was exceptional, and the event viewed ESG from a holistic but pragmatic perspective. The law mandates the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force to develop strategies for enforcement and requires importers to provide clear evidence that their supply chains are free from forced labor.

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 1, 2024

Don’t let your company get caught off guard by CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week, July 7th to July 13th, 2024! Operation Safe Driver Week is approaching. While this annual event is designed to make our roadways safer, it’s also a crucial week for those in logistics. What is Operation Safe Driver Week? What is the CVSA?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

Mark is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Emerge , one of the fastest-growing startups in the U.S. Mark McEntire is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Emerge , a freight technology firm that is reinventing freight procurement. Vice President of Operations, as well as experience with J.B. About Mark McEntire .

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

But in today’s world of pandemics, geopolitical shocks, and extreme weather events, efficiency alone is a fragile strategy. Understanding where each supplier fits helps determine the right risk mitigation strategies. Why Resilience Is No Longer Enough Supply chains were once designed for efficiency, not disruption.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

Supply chain practitioners seeking the best way to speed decision intelligence, unify supply chain data, and increase operational efficiency can benefit from a supply chain data gateway. Automates Data Operations Managing data operations can require a lot of human capital and operational costs.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

companies but global operations​. 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.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 1, 2025

From infrastructure and technology issues to operational and regulatory challenges, each element of the supply chain faces its own obstacles that demand innovative and effective solutions. Below, we will explain some common challenges faced in the cold chain and the strategies to successfully overcome them.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 21, 2025

Service sectors like commercial cleaning, physical security, pest control, lawn care and landscaping operate at the intersection of labor, compliance and financial policymaking them especially sensitive to shifts in federal priorities. This deduction may be of particular value for owner-operated businesses.

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Locus

MAY 8, 2024

Today’s dynamic environments require adaptable routing strategies to keep pace and minimize disruptions. Hub Operation Exceptions: Manually sorting packages at warehouses, and fulfillment and distribution centers by various criteria (zip code, package size, or vehicle type) can result in errors, especially as order volumes scale.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

His latest books include The New (Ab)Normal: Reshaping Business and Supply Chain Strategy Beyond Covid-19 (2020) and A Shot in the Arm: How Science, Engineering, and Supply Chains Converged to Vaccinate the World (2021). Six areas humans surpass computers in supply chain operations. and The Future of Work, was released in April 2023.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Ilya was formerly a strategy and operations management consultant within the Big 4 with both PwC and KPMG, advising Fortune 1000 clients across healthcare, technology, and private equity verticals. PAXAFE predicts adverse events through the supply chain to de-risk B2B shipments and enable intelligent cargo insurance.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Thanks to disruptive events over the past two years, supply chains have become central to business success, forcing CEOs and other business executives to spend a much larger portion of their time and strategies focused on this once afterthought of their operations. What has changed?

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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. Why it matters? What can you do? Start small but smart.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

In a recent report in July 2023 by CargoNet , it was found that supply chain risk events increased 57 percent year-over-year (YoY), accounting for 44 million in stolen shipments in quarter two of the calendar year. where we met with some of our elected state officials and staff,” said Kristin Deno, Director of Operational Risk. “We

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