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The Cancer of Fear

The Lean Thinker

I am sitting in on a daily production status meeting. The site has been in trouble meeting its schedule, and the division president is on the call. The problem was brought up because bringing up process misses is how we learn what we need to work on. This post is about how the organization responds to fear based leadership.

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How to Get a Job in the Supply Chain Sector

Logistics Bureau

Certified Supply Chain Professional : Learn how to develop streamlined supply chain operations. Look out for industry-type events in your area, as these provide an opportunity for you to meet lots of people. And don’t be afraid to ask their advice on how to start out in the industry. Networking. Manage inventory levels.

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How To Master Black Friday Cyber Monday: Transforming Holiday Shoppers into Loyal Customers

Stord

If you cannot nail the basics on a random Tuesday in July, there is no reason to expect your systems will be capable of managing the massive spikes in demand while meeting consumer expectations. billion 2020 (Peak COVID): A surge to $10.8 billion, marking a 15% increase 2021: Further growth to $10.9 billion 2022: Continued expansion to $11.3

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How to Build the Optimal Freight Carrier Network to Consistently Deliver

Turvo

Knowing how to build this network and set up a platform that provides the data, resources, and support needed becomes difficult. Knowing how to set up such a freight carrier network can give supply chains a significant advantage over competitors. Attention to detail when it comes to meeting consumer wants and needs.

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How to Attain Quick Wins with Lean Supply Chain Cost Reduction

Logistics Bureau

It can be surprising how many supply chain cost reduction opportunities spring to light when your team first puts a focus on lean. Implement 5S in One Area Choose a single work area, perhaps your receiving dock or a picking zone, and implement the 5S methodology (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).

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How to Make Reverse Packaging Logistics More Efficient?

3PL Links

Image source: Rawpixel.com | How to Make Reverse Packaging Logistics More Efficient? Each tactic—from active consumer involvement to sustainable design—is laid out clearly and demonstrates how we may improve the efficiency of packaging recycling. Customers and stakeholders are beginning to place a higher value on this corporate duty.

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How To Reduce Manufacturing Waste

Compactor Management Company

How to reduce waste? Before you can figure out how to decrease your trash, you must first determine how much garbage is produced and why. In fact, you can even conduct employee meetings to get the most effective results from the chosen approach. Recover, Reuse, Sort. Measure & Evaluate Your Waste.