Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Reverse logistics, while not being the opposite of forward logistics, is still about products moving backwards in the supply chain. However, remember that products or subassemblies that never made it out of the factory may need to travel backwards one or more stages along the supply chain. This also qualifies as reverse logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2023

This description by a Chief Supply Chain Officer of the state of the supply chain he found in his new role stuck with me. Unlike a supply chain, these steps rely on no disruption to their execution. While there is endless speculation, from my reading two supply chain-specific opportunities intrigued me.

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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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Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

According to FreightWaves , “A storm of this magnitude is likely to cause localized diesel supply and price disruptions, as extreme weather impacts the downstream distribution of refined products to fuel stations and truck stops.”. Caution should be exercised. Rails will need to be inspected before trains can operate over them again.

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Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

As Dr Peter Layton wrote a very good summation of ‘balance’ for ASPI in 2013 ; ‘ The planned duration of a war is an important consideration, although it can be very different from the actual duration, as recent conflicts have amply demonstrated. The combat force becomes a ‘one-shot wonder’ with little in reserve or in the training pipeline.

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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. Many companies do not have systems of compensation in place for such a scenario. The Key to it all: Training. If managers are not suitably trained or motivated, you can be sure that their teams will be underperform.

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

The agribusiness supply chain is highly complex. These intricacies make planning and decision-making difficult. There is an extensive horizon between the date of a supply decision (for instance, purchasing livestock feed or specific fertilizers) and its final result (the sale of the processed and packaged product).

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. must comply with SOX. How much is retained?

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 27, 2016

Does the following scenario sound familiar to you? He or she has spent perhaps four to five years gaining a supply chain education, starting even before leaving high school, because he or she is passionate about working in the space. Schools Out: Let the Supply Chain Education Begin. Courses Endorsed By Industry Associations.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Defining Agile Supply Chains. Agile supply chains are nimble enough to respond smoothly to sudden changes in supply and demand. In contrast, supply chains that aren’t agile tend not to possess fast access to information, leaving their people to offer best guesses about the right response to changing conditions.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

Supplying any force requires an understanding of ‘provisioning’ and ‘stockholding’ To say these were done poorly is an understatement. At the tactical level, effective supply support results from the provision of appropriate in-service items of supply necessary for the identified force to conduct the operation.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

Security has been an issue since supply chains began. These and other factors have meant a rethink of supply chain security. Basics of Supply Chain Security. This can mean supply chain data, applications, IT systems, and IT account access. This covers security policies, threat awareness, security training, exercises.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

If you’re serious about continuous improvement and developing a best-in-class supply chain to serve your organisation, keeping your managers and workforce educated is paramount. As any established supply chain professional will testify, this is a field in which the real learning begins after the formal education has ended.

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Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

According to FreightWaves , “A storm of this magnitude is likely to cause localized diesel supply and price disruptions, as extreme weather impacts the downstream distribution of refined products to fuel stations and truck stops.”. Caution should be exercised. Rails will need to be inspected before trains can operate over them again.

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Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

According to FreightWaves , “A storm of this magnitude is likely to cause localized diesel supply and price disruptions, as extreme weather impacts the downstream distribution of refined products to fuel stations and truck stops.” Caution should be exercised. Rails will need to be inspected before trains can operate over them again.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Good inventory management, like everything else, starts with good planning. But planning isn’t just the start; it’s the very foundation of effective inventory control. Inventory planning also happens to be an area that many companies fail to prioritise sufficiently. The Basics of Inventory Planning.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2017

Through its extensive span of activities, the supply chain sector offers wide-ranging possibilities for employment and career progression. In a different context, online retailer Amazon spotted inefficiencies in the supply chains of other companies. This adds up to considerable potential for varied and satisfying supply chain careers.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 6, 2020

As Dr Peter Layton wrote a very good summation of ‘balance’ for ASPI in 2013 ; ‘ The planned duration of a war is an important consideration, although it can be very different from the actual duration, as recent conflicts have amply demonstrated. The combat force becomes a ‘one-shot wonder’ with little in reserve or in the training pipeline.

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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. mpu_ad]Virtual training. As Irma Gilbert, business development manager at Liverpool-based technology start-up Connect 4.0

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Logistics in War

OCTOBER 13, 2018

The intended speed of action, the distance and dispersal of forces expected, the types of weapons used and the nature of specific units can create very unique requirements which must be planned and prepared for. More than 2,500 soldiers were involved in the exercise conducted over three weeks.

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Logistics in War

JANUARY 23, 2019

This is what daily life in the military is all about; generating forces, individual and collective training, assessing capabilities and conducting remedial activities to correct any problems or deficiencies. 4] Routine exercises and training can achieve high standards of preparedness, at least for a time.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Did you know that supply chains and wristwatches have two things in common? For the organisation with the supply chain, it is to satisfy more customers, more profitably to the organisation. Second, what goes on underneath the watch face or behind the top level supply chain dashboard can be very complex. What are the solutions?

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Log-hub

MAY 18, 2022

Our ‘’Go for growth’’ workshops were focused on reaching out to many more Supply Chain planners around the globe, planning how to efficiently resolve their challenges, and increase customer satisfaction. We finished this unforgettable time on Zlatibor mountain with group games and exercise, strengthening the team spirit.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 15, 2020

Unpublished data from one clinic has found that 1% of tests done in seafarers planning to join a ship were positive and these seafarers were successfully prevented from travelling to, and joining, the ship. Periods of planned outdoor exercise are essential and must be facilitated. Facilities for quarantine. Conclusion.

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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. freight trains in federal crosshairs after crashes: GAO (Reuters). Rake today, shovel tomorrow.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

As youll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, weve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. A company without a supply chain strategy is at a competitive disadvantage.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 10, 2018

For carriers, with the new ELD regulations come subsequent training needs and changes to drivers’ hours – creating a number of additional costs, which are in turn being passed along to shippers. Continue to Plan Ahead. So, what can shippers do to combat the ongoing market challenges of 2018?

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. These 3 master data elements contributed to almost 50-60% of planning issues.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. Supply Chain Strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. The 12 Supply Chain Basics 1.

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Logistics in War

JUNE 13, 2018

While contractors do not participate directly in executing or planning military operations, they do fulfil needs essential to combat operations, and those needs seem to have grown over time. Ammunition storage and supply. Unfortunately, these challenges are precisely the point of exercise training. Mission Creep.

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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. Many companies do not have systems of compensation in place for such a scenario. If managers are not suitably trained or motivated, you can be sure that their teams will be underperform.

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Conger

JULY 20, 2020

Because in this post, we’ve put together everything you need to know to get trained, certified, and land your first forklift driving job. Chapter 2: Where to Get Forklift License Training: All Your Options Explained. Chapter 3: Forklift Training Topics: A Sneak Peak at What You’ll Learn in Class. Let’s get started!

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 1, 2020

Are the drivers trained to manage the special equipment and carry perishable or fresh produce? In case you need multimodal transportation to ship your cargo, carry out this exercise for all the transporters in the chain. Do they have the requisite experience? Do they have the required vehicles and containers?

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Logistics in War

MARCH 3, 2018

These practices will offer both options and constraints to operational planners, and the effectiveness of supply chains delivering fuel, ammunition and spare parts will fundamentally determine the duration of air operations. The propensity of adversaries to target logistics capability in these scenarios was also raised.

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

At Georgia Southern, we dispel this by illustrating the dynamic nature and variety of daily activities a supply chain manager encounters. All of our logistics and supply chain management programs incorporate online education to some extent. Experiential learning is another trend seen as valuable to both hiring companies and students.

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Transporeon

MARCH 13, 2017

As companies become leaner and available time becomes scarcer, process automation is the clear solution for busy procurement and supply chain teams. Some suppliers view RFPs as static cost-cutting exercises, which devalue their offering. Read on to learn how to shift from Technophobia (Fear of Technology) to FoMO (Fear of Missing Out).

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