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.

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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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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2025

Thats what well explore in the article, both as a general indication of the supply chains impact on future business performance, and a guide for potential investors. Which Supply Chain Approaches Will Drive ROI for Investors?

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

We’re excited to share how the innovations and investments made this year lay a strong foundation for 2025 and beyond—where precision, technology, and our talented team come together to better serve you. That’s why we’ve embedded precision into each part of our work, from route planning to customs documentation to shipment tracking.

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TransAudit

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In todays rapidly shifting business landscape, supply chain evolution has become essential. The goalposts are constantly moving due to factors like global disruptions, technological advancements, and evolving customer demands. Benefits of resilient supply chains include: Improved Agility: Respond quickly to market changes.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

"The digital technologies hitting the marketplace today promise to make the changes in supply chain practice over the next five to 10 years dwarf that which we have seen in the last 10,” says Ted Stank, of UT’s Haslam College of Business. To meet the unique needs of their business, they often stack technologies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Today, data and software programs can be saved or run in any data processing center in the world. Cloud computing has made installation, administration, and updates significantly easier and has thereby laid the foundation for Software as a Service (SaaS). The question is: can we also operate a warehouse fully autonomously ?

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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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The pandemic was a wake-up call for many industries, exposing vulnerabilities in global supply chains and highlighting the need for greater supply chain resilience and adaptability. By spreading your risk, you can better navigate unexpected challenges and maintain continuity in your supply chain.

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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. This framework is widely used by U.S.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2015

History of Supply Chain Management. Over the last 100 plus years of the history of supply chain management has evolved from an initial focus on improving relatively simple, but very labor-intensive processes to the present day engineering and managing of extraordinarily complex global networks.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 25, 2015

Of course, we live in a high technology powered supply chain world, but often, as we noted in our 5 Upfront LTL Tips post, if you don’t remember the basics and best practices, no technology is going to fix those issues, but only make them more apparent. Is your supply chain running as effectively as it should be?

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

DHL employs predictive analytics to forecast demand and optimize stock levels, allowing the company to reduce inventory costs and meet customer needs. FedEx ’s AI-driven route optimization technology adjusts delivery routes based on real-time data, improving delivery times and fuel efficiency. billion annually.

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2021

According to one survey , only 27% of leaders believe that they have the talent needed to meet current supply chain performance requirements. What should supply chain leaders be looking for to close the talent gap? AGCO Logistics Team Accepts Prestigious Supply Chain Award.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

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 Asena Denizeri & Anil Gurbuz at Solvoyo and examines the challenges around supply chain planning for 2022 and beyond.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 12, 2024

Autonomous supply chains are systems that can operate with little to no human intervention, and they use artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, and sensors to optimize the flow of goods. The key technologies that enable autonomous supply chains are artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, sensors, and blockchain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2024

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 Scott Mullins, EVP of Operations and COO at Lucas Systems, and looks at self-distribution in healthcare systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In February, Klaus Niebur, the director of global supply chain risk management at Autoliv, and Jan Thiessen, the managing director at targetP!, spoke on best practices on supply chain risk management at ARC Advisory Group’s Digital Transformation in Industry conference. in turn, is a boutique procurement consultancy.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 8, 2025

Supply chains are changing fast, and 2025 is set to bring even more challenges and opportunities. This year, its all about resilience, sustainability, and using technology wisely to stay ahead. Thats why its more important than ever to focus on strategies that work and make them part of your plan moving forward.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Time and again I write about the business value of warehouse technologies – WMS, warehouse automation, and robotics. I also discuss business processes that these technologies support. The phrases such as “out of the box” and “plug and play” software conjure up the image of almost instantaneous transition between concept and usage.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Staying up-to-speed in leading technology requires time and investments. With all the current and upcoming logistics technology, it can be confusing for shippers to identify what will have the best impact to stay competitive now and in the future. HOW LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP. WITH CAPACITY. WITH RISK MANAGEMENT.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2024

Given that we are in the age of AI/ML, I often think of how the small deli where I worked was a perfect training ground for applying AI/ML in fresh supply chain planning. In this blog, I will discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste.

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Log-hub

MARCH 7, 2025

Waste has been the default setting of supply chains for decades. A circular economy , where materials are reused, repurposed, or recycled to create a more sustainable supply chain that minimizes waste and maximizes value. Meet Supply Chain Analytics Pulse a free platform to keep you in the loop.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

In the drive to digital transformation, manufacturers are relying more and more on digital solutions such as ERP to increase visibility and transparency across the supply chain. It is through these experts that customers ensure that they choose and deploy the right platform for their business with sufficient assurance for the future.

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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

JANUARY 25, 2018

AIMMS has been active in the supply chain space for over 28 years. The skills of the past are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of today’s complex, fast- moving digital environment , or prepare for the future. A s the most experienced supply chain professionals retire , CSCMP estimates that as many as 3.5

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 21, 2016

When it comes to warehouse management, constant evaluation and adoption of crucial technologies is critical so as to improve profitability and stay competitive. Today, warehouse managers have a wide array of technologies to choose from as they strive to reduce costs, improve efficiency and streamline operations. Pick-to-Light Systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2021

The Introduction of Smokeless Tobacco Products Complicated Philip Morris’s Supply Chain. This was done at a stock keeping unit level and for the entire manufacturing supply chain. At the end of 2019 that supply chain covered 38 PMI owned factories, 28 third party manufacturers, and more than 180 markets.

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Stord

APRIL 16, 2024

For customers, it shows up in our dedication to communicating honestly and providing complete supply chain transparency via our software systems to drive improved operational performance. We also launched the Culture Club, a collaborative monthly meeting of volunteers across Stord.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2021

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic came along, the supply chain was beginning to seriously pique the interest of institutional and retail investors, emerging from its undervalued status as a target for cost-cutting, and rising to recognition as a driver of customer service and competitive advantage.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

Our look at the Top 25 (plus 4) Supply Chains of 2018 examines how the best companies in the world excel at managing their global supply chains. One of the most popular articles we’ve ever done is our look at analyst group Gartner’s annual ranking of the Top 25 Supply Chains. Printer-friendly version.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Ecosystem Today The logistics ecosystem is being transformed by the rise of connected vehicles equipped with IoT sensors and data-driven technologies. By adhering to these industry standards, logistics companies ensure safer, more efficient, and compliant operations that meet regulatory and customer expectations.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. million employees without a focus on good supply chain management. ” The Key’s To Walmart’s Supply Chain Management Excellence over the Year. ” Walmart states early on.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

So, you are thinking about a career in supply chain? While this article is intended as an evergreen resource, to help you navigate in your search for a supply chain job, and is not a COVID-19-specific guide, the pandemic has galvanized attention on the industry and its criticality.

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Trinity Logistics

JUNE 3, 2021

Interruptions to the cold chain create problems such as spoilage, changes in the appearance, taste, or smell of a product, growth of harmful bacteria, or lost potency. Preventing any interruption of the cold chain is one of the main responsibilities of a logistics manager. REGULATIONS. In the U.S., Some of those include: 21 CFR 203.32

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

One of the first things people ask when investigating voice picking and other mobile applications for their DC is “how will the new applications work with my existing systems?” Contrary to what you may have heard from some in the industry, legacy systems are not an impediment to installing new mobile work applications.

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