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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

The shift from oversupply to the current worldwide shortage has impacted raw materials, inbound logistics, the factory floor, and the outbound warehouse. Within your ERP system product configurator tools can be used to maximize customer service and operational efficiency. Solution: Custom capabilities.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 1, 2021

Watchdog platforms, 3PL companies, and technology can be important allies in the war against rising cargo crime numbers. Specialized data analysis firms such as Cargonet have found that cargo theft is peaking and the losses being suffered by manufacturers, shippers, and logistics service providers have reached historic highs.

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

this experience has changed how we dress and exercise. We stopped going to the gyms and favored outdoor activities or at-home exercises. While increasing demand for at-home exercise equipment also expedited the expansion of the online wellness industry. Although we may not go back to those days (hopefully!),

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 3, 2018

note: on occasion, LIW examines the art of training and educating logisticians. LIW is privileged to have Dr Bruce Gudmundson, USMC University, discuss a teaching method very relevant to training leaders in ways to overcome ‘wicked problems’ in war. The Road to Habbaniya’ is a two-problem exercise.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

My exercise plans for the weekend are set. So, without further delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: UPS, Overwhelmed by Online Orders, Warns of Delivery Delays (WSJ – sub. Ford to test new self-driving vehicle technology in 2018 (Reuters). Rake today, shovel tomorrow.

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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 Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

They did a benchmarking exercise with us and we found that the industry standard was about 40 lines per hour. They achieved a massive productivity increase, plus a lifted service level, which customers love. And you know what happens when service levels increase? The Key to it all: Training. Customers buy more.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

MTS Logistics is proud to be a Licensed Customs Broker. This new regulation requires customs brokers to have the necessary training needed to facilitate compliant trade in the modern operating environment and will allow customs brokers to act as an additional layer of security to prevent illegal goods from entering into U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. For example, you don’t want to assume that a single logistics strategy and service approach will meet all your customers’ needs. Delivery service levels.

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Automotive Logistics

MAY 24, 2018

Few people realise how much software runs today’s cars, observes Les Hatton, emeritus professor of forensic software engineering at Kingston University, UK. “We We sit at home and can’t work out why the printer isn’t working, and then we’ll get in a car where there’s probably more software underneath,” he says.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2023

But I’d like AI more to a magic trick, so allow me to direct your attention to the technology behind the curtain to highlight both its risks and its rewards and to share the essential leadership skills AI cannot provide. Models trained on human data reflect us, both our pride and our prejudice. The first is bias and misinformation.

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 13, 2018

1] Logistics might not be a competitor to strategy or tactics, but it most certainly helps determine ‘which side will have the most options available’; to seize advantage, if not define the way in which wars might be waged. [2] 2] In return, different styles of war require different forms of logistics.

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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.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

It’s not limited to managing crops and livestock, but encompasses all equipment, services, and product processing as well as commercialization. Advanced analytics as enabling technology. But technology is only part of the process. The agribusiness supply chain is highly complex. There is also a reliance on spreadsheets.

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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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10xLogistics

MARCH 22, 2020

As I am sure every supply chain professional and logistician is doing now, I am spending quite a bit of time thinking about the overall supply chain in the United States and wondering if it is truly set up to service the Country in a time of national emergency. Similiar exercises were done in Korea and other places.

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 15, 2019

From enhanced design and manufacturing processes to novel staff training and apprenticeship programmes, the use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in industrial applications is growing. As Irma Gilbert, business development manager at Liverpool-based technology start-up Connect 4.0

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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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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

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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WorkWave

JULY 30, 2024

When drivers can navigate their challenges effectively, it leads to more reliable and punctual deliveries, directly improving customer satisfaction and trust in the service. Providing access to exercise routines that can be done on the road and promoting regular health check-ups can help maintain their physical health.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 19, 2021

If you’ve never done a benchmarking exercise before, read on. Well, imagine you are training for a 100 metre sprint in your district. This exercise would involve you measuring particular functions or aspects of your business and comparing that against other parts of your business. The Benefits of Benchmarking.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 3, 2018

Logistics will undoubtedly feature in the #highintensitywar series, as a major driver of preparedness, combat potential and power, and operational endurance. However, it is also important to the appreciation of high-intensity warfare to look at how the resiliency of logistics lights the way to operational success.

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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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Logistics in War

JANUARY 23, 2019

We needed increased readiness, enhanced mobilisation capabilities, more and better strategic lift, improved logistics, improved engineering capability, better mobility, improved long-range communications and an ability to win water, distribute fuel over the shore as well as improved stevedoring and medical services.’.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 1, 2020

Is the equipment well-maintained, cleaned, and serviced regularly? Are the drivers trained to manage the special equipment and carry perishable or fresh produce? Do they have tie-ups with service centers en route, in case the equipment or vehicle needs emergency servicing? What is the transit time being offered?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. Reverse logistics is therefore worth doing, and worth doing properly.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

It’s not limited to managing crops and livestock, but encompasses all equipment, services, and product processing as well as commercialization. Advanced analytics as enabling technology. But technology is only part of the process. But technology is only part of the process. There is also a reliance on spreadsheets.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Here at Logistics Bureau, we’ve been helping warehouse operators with layout optimisation for decades. For your heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems to operate at maximum efficiency, it’s vital to have all equipment maintained according to the manufacturers’ recommended regimens, and to adhere to their service schedules.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Faculty members from some of the leading logistics education programs share their thoughts on how higher education is preparing tomorrow’s professionals for the challenges ahead. Q: What are the latest trends in logistics education, and how does your program address them? Georgia Southern supports this trend in several ways.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Emphasizing agile and lean logistics management will allow you to outperform slower competitors through the ability to make informed decisions on the fly, rather than relying on gut instinct or incomplete information. Logistics managers today must contend with a growing number of unforeseen factors and disruptions.

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World Food Programme Logistics

MAY 23, 2019

Photo: WFP/Elizabeth Millership In less than 30 minutes, the group has been briefed on safety, given an overview of the training, divided into four groups. Taking out the technical aspects and breaking it down to real world experiences helps students connect to unfamiliar technology,” explains Peter about his teaching style.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

They did a benchmarking exercise with us and we found that the industry standard was about 40 lines per hour. They achieved a massive productivity increase, plus a lifted service level, which customers love. And you know what happens when service levels increase? For example, their increase in productivity was 217 percent.

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Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2019

‘ Logistics In War’ and ‘The Central Blue’ are jointly publishing the #selfsustain series. Over the last few years, Logistics Branch – Air Force has pursued a dedicated effort to understand and respond to the sustainment challenges posed by operating a fifth-generation force in an increasingly challenging Indo-Pacific.

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World Food Programme Logistics

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

These images offer glimpses of how WFP leverages its scale, reach, logistics, digital expertise and partnerships to empower women and girls for a world of zero hunger. Photo: WFP/Giulio d’Adamo New School Feeding Platform Pilots integrate additional initiatives like family planning and gender-based violence education.

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