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October 28th – 31st Supply Chain & Logistics News

Logistics Viewpoints

This is nearly double the amount from a decade ago and it seems to be in line with the trend of Halloween gaining popularity in the last few years with the help of social media. Scientists link these events to climate change, which is also behind the increasingly high temperatures and droughts in Spain.

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Adapting to Retail Demand Fluctuations: Solutions for Food and Beverage Shippers

Blue Grace Logistics

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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How to Prepare your Supply Chain and Prevent Inventory Stockouts During Events like COVID-19

Stord

How do you prepare your supply chain for events that you can’t forecast? Inventory replenishment becomes a challenge as a result and you risk not being able to fulfill customer orders or reorder from the manufacturer. So how do you prevent inventory stockouts when your demand forecasting didn’t allow for an event like COVID-19?

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2016 Supply Chain Trends: 7 of 12 Trends that Will Drive Supply Chain Management in 2016

GlobalTranz

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. Do you have the right people in place?

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Enterprise Freight Management: 7 Last-Minute Thoughts to Boost Efficiency

FreightWaves SONAR

Recognize market volatility trends and their impact on replenishment lead time Another beneficial action to boost efficiency with freight management comes from the recognition of market volatility trends. Market volatility can significantly impact replenishment lead time for restocking warehouses and distribution centers.

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Robots Take Center Stage at MODEX 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

MODEX 2024, held in Atlanta, Georgia, from March 11 to 14, attracted more than 35,000 attendees and featured over 150 educational sessions, keynote speakers, and networking events. The robots can perform various tasks, such as transporting goods, picking orders, sorting items, and replenishing inventory.

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March 2024 Freight Market Update

Trinity Logistics

Now, I will never say never, but those were most likely once in a lifetime events. shows loaded rail car volume and over-the-road volume trending up and to the right, but the green line, representing inbound ocean containers, is really peaking. First, let’s talk about rates for over-the-road (OTR) carriers. The below chart (Figure 2.1)

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