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What are Reverse Logistics?

Logistics Bureau

Simply defined, reverse logistics generally refers to the process of managing the flow of goods, products, or materials from the customer back to the seller or manufacturer. In a manufacturing plant, reverse logistics performance is tied to the money or materials that can be recovered cost-effectively from the returned product.

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“A3” is an Obligation for the Coach

The Lean Thinker

We had case studies, exercises, all in an effort to teach people to be better problem solvers. My response was that I have a copy of Toyota teaching materials for a problem solving course. Because it is easier to develop and deliver those general class materials than it is to develop managers into coaches and leaders.

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Forklift Safety Training: The Ultimate Guide

Conger

This is the ultimate guide to forklift safety training. By the end of this article, you’ll learn: Why forklift operator safety training is important. OSHA’s training requirements. Where to get forklift operator training. How to develop your own in-house forklift training program. Let’s dive in. Table of Contents.

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Supply Chain Optimization: Leveraging Integrated Scenario Planning as a Margin Multiplier

Logistics Viewpoints

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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Energy and Labour Costs: 2 Top Warehousing Challenges in 2023

Logistics Bureau

Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency. Is Our Warehouse Lighting Energy Efficient? Are We Lighting Our Warehouse Spaces Unnecessarily?

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What is 3PL? A Full Explanation

Logistics Bureau

Think About The Cost Here’s something that might surprise you: sometimes spending more on logistics through a 3PL actually saves you money. Making the Final Decision Let’s bring this all together with a practical exercise. When you add these up, they often exceed what you’d pay a 3PL.

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Boeing: The Turning Point(s)

The Lean Thinker

This was obviously a long time ago, and I have long since (unfortunately) discarded the handout materials because I wanted to reuse the fancy tabbed folder for something else. Sidebar: If anyone reading this has better memory or still has any of the original materials from that class, I’d love to talk to you.