Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2018

DC Velocity and Descartes have conducted a transportation benchmark study for the last two years to help transportation professionals understand what is driving the market, and how the strategy and tactics of top performers differ from the rest of the pack. Figure 1: Transportation IT Spend Change Next 2 Years (Source: Descartes).

Supply Chain Planning Software 87

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies 87

Logistics in War

APRIL 6, 2019

Editorial Note: On 11 April 2019, the Sir Richard Williams Foundation is holding a seminar examining high-intensity operations and sustaining self-reliance. In support of the seminar, The Central Blue and Logistics in War will be publishing a series of articles.

Sourcing Strategies 65

Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Seminar White Paper 65

Logistics Manager

AUGUST 24, 2020

DKSH Thailand Business Technology has hosted a seminar on the topic “Preparing for the new normal: COVID-19 solutions for the future” in Bangkok. The aim was to showcase the company’s broad range of innovative and state-of-the-art solutions to equip businesses in Thailand for future epidemics.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

Logistics Network Optimization Software Seminar Sourcing Strategies Case Study 62

Forto

JULY 6, 2020

A study by Forrester Consulting and Bloomreach shows that around 50% of customers have ordered products online for the first time, products they had previously bought only in bricks-and-mortar retail stores (such as food). Nevertheless, a Kantar study predicts that e-commerce will emerge from the Corona crisis as a major winner.

Examples 52

Examples Seminar Survey Article 52

Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This is not only fulfilled by an analysis by ‘force exploration’ undertaken within the Integrated Investment Plan, but a detailed study of strategic concepts for operations and the logistics requirements necessary for them to occur. For example, the US national security community uses the term ‘defense technology and industrial base’. [6]

Military 110

Military Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Operations 110

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 7, 2017

As an example, I was at a client’s warehouse this morning where they operate a Ro-Ro (Roll On-Roll Off) system at the receiving dock. At our seminars I often share case studies demonstrating the impact of not getting this right. Can you go straight from unloading to the storage location?

Supply Chain Software 45

Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Supply Chains Expense Reduction 45

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 11, 2019

The following examples bear some exploration to see if they might be for you. In some countries, you can study for a vocational certification that requires no previous logistics experience. You could also attend some industry conferences or seminars to network with other delegates and make it known you are seeking opportunities.

Supply Chains 61

Supply Chains Security Purchasing Skills Scenario Planning 61