Logistics in War

MARCH 11, 2025

The following text is of a presentation given at a 2019 Wiliams Foundation conference, ‘Sustaining self-reliance’ As the original article cannot be found on other sites, it is provided here with some slight adjustments.

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Today’s supply chains are increasingly complex, driving logistics operations to invest billions in systems to manage all the moving parts.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Any warehouse design exercise that doesn’t include a rigorous approach to designing the processes and equipment layout for Order Picking, is suspect. Split Case Order Picking is a complex process and the level of customer service a company delivers is dependant on it being error free and timely.

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Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2023

There is an important emphasis on the ADF’s logistics capabilities, functions and concepts in National Defence – more than usual when compared to other Government policy documents of recent years. In other words, it is imprudent to rush forward to force posture outcomes if the logistics arrangements required cannot be produced.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2021

From a technological perspective, Design remained the realm of desktop modeling techniques for close to two decades since its advent, leveraged by individuals trained in advanced analytics and optimization techniques. The technology is reaching such an inflection point. This capability will be game changing. He received his Ph.D.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

We often get asked what kind of return on investment you should expect to see when using our network design technology. While businesses differ in complexity and size, for this exercise we extrapolated based on these $7.5Bn baselines. Eventually, the business overheats its assets and can’t service all customers.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 3, 2018

Also known known as a ‘historical immersion problem,’ a decision-forcing case is an exercise in which participants take on the role of an actual person who, at some point in the past, was faced by a particularly challenging problem. The Road to Habbaniya’ is a two-problem exercise.

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Locus

JANUARY 28, 2022

Compare this to 2022, when home services are no longer about just hiring domestic help and cooks. And so everything, from personal grooming to financial services to pet services, are made available to us at our doorstep. Owing to their sheer convenience, home services are nothing short of a necessity in the post-pandemic era.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Over the last 10-15 years, outsourcing of logistics activities to third-party logistics service providers has become increasingly popular. Research indicates that up to 75% of firms report positive impacts from outsourcing to logistics service providers (Langley J, Capgemini 2007). But what of the balance?

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

Most people in my division work in capability development or centers of excellence designed to help operations centers improve their performance in logistics, customer service or production. It was taxing to report above the country level with this tool. This drove us to adopt a better strategic decision-support tool.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

Logistics readiness refers to the ability to undertake, to build up and thereafter to sustain, combat operations at the full combat potential of forces. [1]. Logistics readiness is not just a matter of prioritising Defence resources. I described the interplay between logistics and readiness. By David Beaumont.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘.

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WorkWave

MAY 31, 2019

Here at WorkWave we’ve been creating pest control software for over 30 years, and in that time we’ve gained a deep understanding of how tough it is in pest control sales , especially when selling recurring service contracts and/or cross-sell services. Tap Into Your Software. Time To Read: 3 minutes. LEARN MORE.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

I recently attended a great presentation during which the presenter referred to a BHAG —a big hairy audacious goal. The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. They achieved a massive productivity increase, plus a lifted service level, which customers love.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

If yours is one of those businesses shifting from traditional to online retail, you’ve probably faced some of the logistical challenges arising from the need to deliver your customers’ purchases to them. You may have added new products to your range, engaged new suppliers, or begun working with third-party logistics providers.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 20, 2020

As a consequence, we invest considerable time and effort discussing and improving combat service support (CSS) interoperability through forms like Army-to-Army staff talks, as well as many other regional; engagements, with outcomes ensuring increased effectiveness, efficiency, and preparedness. Both the U.S.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

These officials were responsible for key decisions with respect to the transformation of logistics as it applied to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Department of Defence during a period of major transformation lasting twenty years. This is often the case with respect to logistics. The strategic basis for capability.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 13, 2018

The third in a series of posts relevant for senior logisticians as they consider the future at the Australian and New Zealand Defence Logistics Conference. With this excess, however, has come increasing dependence on contract support as well as a decrease in utilization of organic military logistics both on and off the battlefield.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

This situation is only likely to solidify as technology increasingly becomes the mainstay of supply chain management. However, running a supply chain still depends largely on manual skills, aided by mechanical handling equipment and business technology, particularly that of a mobile nature. Robert Jacobs et al. Monczka, Robert B.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

The logistics sector is currently at a crossroads, induced by the global phase-out of 2G and 3G networks. The phase-out of legacy networks is driven by the need to free up spectrum for more cost-efficient and higher potential 5G and LTE technologies.

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 17, 2019

The logistics system, in contrast, was cobbled together from the remnants of twenty-five years of unceasing organisational change. It is difficult avoid feeling that the successful outcome of the International Forces East Timor (INTERFET) operation was achieved despite of logistics organisation and preparedness, not because of it.

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Sabinext

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

In my last article of 2018, “ Which Trends Will Change the Rules of Logistics in 2019? ”, I talked briefly about urban logistics and megacities. How can we cater to the expectation of services such as same-day-delivery, without overcrowding roads in residential areas and narrow shopping districts? So how can this be solved?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Under both US Imports and Exports Law and Regulation, the importer/exporter is required to “exercise reasonable care” or perform “due diligence”. The post US Imports and Exports Law Regulations: Getting Upper Management Support appeared first on Freight Logistics Company | Cerasis. Legal Framework of US Imports and Exports.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 27, 2020

While there is still some question as to whether blockchain technology can live up to the hype it has generated, it is making inroads into the supply chain environment. The days of blockchain technology being considered exclusively synonymous with BitCoin and other cryptocurrencies have long been behind us. Berkshire Hathaway.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 6, 2020

Logistics readiness refers to the ability to undertake, to build up and thereafter to sustain, combat operations at the full combat potential of forces. [1]. Logistics readiness is not just a matter of prioritising Defence resources. I described the interplay between logistics and readiness. By David Beaumont.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 4, 2021

In the latest of its Logistics Tech Short webinars, INFORM Software , a developer of optimisation software, will take a deep dive into how pooling operators can improve transitions between their container and reusable packaging software and other supply chain systems to boost overall productivity. Date and Time.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 28, 2023

However, 2023 presents a unique scenario. The industry has observed lower volumes as importers exercise caution, contrary to expectations. Choosing Dedola Global Logistics as your forwarder leverages our unparalleled expertise to optimize your supply chain, helping you understand, manage, minimize, and avoid these obstacles.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 4, 2021

In the latest of its Logistics Tech Short webinars, INFORM Software , a developer of optimisation software, will take a deep dive into how pooling operators can improve transitions between their container and reusable packaging software and other supply chain systems to boost overall productivity. Date and Time.

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PINC

JANUARY 22, 2020

Matt Yearling’s articles ranked on both Logistics Viewpoints’ and Talking Logistics’ most-read article lists for 2019. . For 2019, he holds the distinction of being one of the top-read authors for both Logistics Viewpoints and Talking Logistics. Talking Logistics). Logistics Viewpoints).

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

Shippers looking to make structural improvements within their logistics operations often immediately turn to more significant changes such as implementing new technology solutions or redesigning their distribution network in order to see the best return. Robinson in Boston where he spent almost 7 years.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 26, 2017

‘Logistics In War’, with well over sixty original posts, had an arguably successful first year of publishing. With 2017 drawing to a close, I am proud to present the five most read articles of the year. 3 – ‘Logistics and the strangling of strategy’ by David Beaumont. By David Beaumont.

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Logistics in War

JANUARY 30, 2020

As a consequence, we invest considerable time and effort discussing and improving combat service support (CSS) interoperability through forms like Army 2 Army staff talks, as well as many other regional; engagements, with outcomes ensuring increased effectiveness, efficiency, and preparedness. Both the U.S.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 23, 2018

Through researching the way in which the ADF has prepared and mobilised its logistics capabilities at the strategic level, I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants. This is often the case with respect to logistics. The strategic basis for capability.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MAY 12, 2020

Shipping Lines must exercise due diligence to make the container equipment is seaworthy by regularly servicing its containers. Recoupex is a technology company helping customers globally to obtain the compensation they are entitled to when cargo is lost or damaged in transit.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Pundits typically emphasize data and digital technology when proselytising for the S&OP concept. But what makes it so challenging to implement S&OP successfully? The Executive Sponsor.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

Most people in my division work in capability development or centers of excellence designed to help operations centers improve their performance in logistics, customer service or production. It was taxing to report above the country level with this tool. This drove us to adopt a better strategic decision-support tool.

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