Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Each step must be approached methodically to ensure a successful and secure implementation that meets regulatory requirements and enhances operational transparency. It is crucial to assess the organization’s technological infrastructure, supply chain processes, and compliance frameworks to ensure they are aligned with DPP requirements.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2024

Matt Hoffman, Vice President of Product and Industry Solutions, at John Galt Solutions One-number plans are bad plans. A probabilistic approach to planning would be better, but our supply chain tools have not supported this approach well. John Galt Solutions is an innovative supplier of supply chain planning solutions.

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The Lean Thinker

JULY 1, 2023

Andersen Not many years ago there was a CEO so exceedingly fond of finding the right strategy that he spent all of his money on consultants to tell him what the strategy should be. One day there came two consultants and they said they could craft the most magnificent strategy imagianable. ” But he did not say so.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

With tart cherry juice sales transitioning into a steady demand pattern, retailers must adapt their inventory strategies accordingly to meet this evolving consumer preference. It serves as a compelling example of how retailers must reassess their inventory strategies to adapt to rapidly shifting market demands driven by trends.

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10xLogistics

JUNE 9, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of supply chain management, automation is often hailed as the panacea for efficiency woes. The Automation Surge Post-pandemic, many supply chains have turned to automation to cope with unprecedented demand and labor shortages. What are your thoughts on the future of supply chain automation?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Per $1 billion in company revenues, no supply chain application has a better return on investment (ROI) than network design! The larger the supply chain, the bigger the payout. This supply chain spanned across 24 nations. Scenarios are run, and the low-cost network that best meets customer service objectives is selected.

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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. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The virus continues to compromise supply chains and disrupt companies at a troubling rate, but a re businesses prepared from a supply chain planning perspective? . The era of globalization has enabled supply chains to be broader and more connected. First reaction s to the outbreak . – Tweet this.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Enhanced Efficiency Through Real-Time Data Connected vehicle technology drives efficiency improvements across route planning, driver safety, maintenance, and fuel management. Real-time analytics supports immediate adjustments in route planning and maintenance scheduling, optimizing fleet operations and reducing costs.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2024

When these issues arise within your company’s supply chain operations, supply chain consultants can diagnose the issues, offer cost-effective solutions, and help ensure smooth implementation. What are Supply Chain Consulting Services, and Why to Use Them? Often, people think that supply chain consulting is about reducing costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at cybersecurity planning frameworks. To read the full article, click HERE.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020 offers some guidance. Firefighting is the norm.

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3PL Links

MAY 19, 2024

Image source: PxHere | Mastering Demand and Inventory Planning: Essential Strategies for Success Have you ever thought about how businesses effectively satisfy customer demand and maintain supplied inventory? Demand and inventory planning is a critical procedure that holds the key to success. How to do demand planning?

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MTS Logistics

JULY 12, 2023

We previously reported that last week, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) was meeting to see if they could agree on updated greenhouse gas emission reduction rules as climate change accelerates. Included in the new plan is a new target: get carbon emissions from shipping vessels to net zero “close to 2050.”

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 28, 2024

In a meeting with China-based sellers, Amazon made the announcement. Delivery Time Per information from the meeting with Chinese sellers, goods would arrive to the U.S. What are some potential challenges with the new shipping scenario? where they are then sent to an Amazon fulfillment center/warehouse.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

Large shippers with complex needs may turn to MTS providers to plan and execute their loads. Below are some transportation strategies for success for suppliers of TMS, TES, and MTS. Companies need to build a SaaS offering into their near-term growth plan to remain competitive in a crowded market. Look to the Cloud.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As an engineer, former solutions architect and now CEO of a leading supply chain technology company, I have a real affinity and respect for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and their teams, without whom successful enterprise technology deployments would be impossible. We’re just not meeting customer expectations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The global shipping industry is not on track to meet its target of having zero-emission fuels account for 5% of all fuels by 2030. The 5% target is considered the critical mass at which the infrastructure, supply chains, and technology that support zero-emission fuels mature and enable exponential growth.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols , Shanna Greathouse , and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming supply chain disruptions. Tony and Shanna work at CarrierDirect , a company that specializes in helping companies minimize supply chain risk. About Tony Nichols. Financial implications.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 17, 2023

7 Efficient Strategies to Mitigate Risks in the Supply Chain | Image source: Pexels Issues with suppliers, calamities that occur naturally, data breaches, health issues, or security issues. Create a risk management strategy When it comes to lowering risks, planning for the worst is not being pessimistic; it is being prepared.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2024

Brother Industries has announced its collaboration with Kinaxis to transform its supply chain management through the use of AI-driven technology. With operations in over 40 countries and a diverse product portfolio, Brother needed a solution to handle intricate logistics and improve supply chain visibility.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

How Hurricanes Cause a Ripple Effect in Global Supply Chains The damage from hurricanes extends far beyond the ports themselves. Global supply chains are intricately connected, and even a small delay in ocean freight shipments can cascade into significant disruptions worldwide. companies but global operations​.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Paul is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen , a supply chain intelligence platform, purpose-built to help manufacturers streamline their MRO supply and materials management. About Paul Noble As Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen, Paul Noble oversees the company’s vision and strategic direction.

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Ship Monk

JULY 18, 2024

Today we’re going to look at some of the consumer trends that might affect your preparations for peak season 2024, and strategies to maximize them. Start Planning Now Use your summer sales to inform decisions for peak season. What can your operations team do now to ensure a successful peak season ahead?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2024

October 21st – 24th Supply Chain & Logistics News Round Up This past week, I returned to the Tampa Bay Area to visit family and see the lasting effects of back-to-back hurricanes. From a sustainability and supply chain perspective, this situation is incredibly challenging to comprehend. Nauto and Beans.ai

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 20, 2021

Even when they do, there is the challenge of maintaining optimization configurations as businesses change their strategies and personnel. Attempts at simplification run counter to the need for greater flexibility to more accurately model the transportation problem and better meet the performance goals of the business. Let me know.

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EazyStock

APRIL 13, 2022

What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Supply chain strategies have come into the spotlight as volatile demand and complicated global markets have made supply chains more complex.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

Integrated Business Planning (IBP), as defined by its creators at Oliver Wight , is “the business planning process that extends the principles of S&OP throughout the end-to-end supply chain, product, service and customer portfolios, customer demand and strategic planning, to deliver one seamless management process.”

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Log-hub

JUNE 6, 2024

The advent of electric trucks (e-trucks) represents a significant shift in the logistics and supply chain industry. However, their integration into logistics and supply chain operations presents both opportunities and challenges. This blog explores the multifaceted impact of e-trucks on supply chain and logistics planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They promoted logistics to the level of core process and enabler of new business models and now view a thought-through logistics strategy as an opportunity to stand out by offering a better service level to their customers, such as same-day delivery. Automation as key for growth.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 1, 2024

Sales and operations planning (S&OP) is a critical process for businesses aiming to align their production and sales strategies to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. This plan ensures that supply meets demand in a way that maximizes profitability and service levels.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This year, shipping and the supply chain are playing a prominent role. The meeting of those concerned and committed about the industry’s climate goals happened on the sidelines of the main climate conference in Dubai. What is the group seeking to achieve with these talks?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In a survey of 150 global manufacturing executives, 47% committed to improving supply chain visibility and tracking. According to the Global Supply Chain Disruption and Future Strategies Survey Report, this goal was the top-ranked planned tool investment. What is supply chain visibility?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Supply Chain & Logistics News Round-Up (October 7th – 11th) This past week, I’ve been playing tourist in London, one of my favorite cities in Europe. In the context of supply chains, I found the exhibit fascinating and saw that the obsession with foreign objects has persisted throughout history.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2022

My recent conversations with the supply chain practitioners are dominated by supply chain risk — specifically geopolitical risks in light of the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Even companies that serve markets and rely on supply chains that are not directly affected by the conflict are starting to feel the effects of the war.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This shift in how goods are ordered, packed and delivered has reshaped not only the way LTL shipping operates but also how it integrates with broader supply chains and customer expectations. Real-time tracking allows carriers to adjust on the go, while AI and machine learning enhance load planning and reduce deadhead miles.

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