Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

Recent disruptions have exposed significant vulnerabilities in traditional models, driven by geopolitical instability, fluctuating demand, and operational inefficiencies. A data-driven, technology-enabled approach is required to build resilience and efficiency. Automation is reducing reliance on labor in critical processes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 11, 2021

Mike is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting a company that integrates a supply chain execution strategy and systems for logistics-intensive companies. Mike Mulqueen is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting. Mike Mulqueen and Joe Lynch discuss freight tech trends. About Mike Mulqueen.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Mike is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting a company that integrates a supply chain execution strategy and systems for logistics-intensive companies. Mike Mulqueen is a Partner and Strategy Practice Lead at JBF Consulting. Mike Mulqueen and Joe Lynch discuss freight tech trends. About Mike Mulqueen.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Burak Cendek is a Partner at Autotech Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm on a mission to solve the world’s ground transport challenges with technology, realizing the next frontier in mobility. His broad business and technical experience position him as an expert on growth strategies, financial/business modeling, and fundraising.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

In response, many organizations have shifted toward decentralized and regionalized supply chain models, distributing production and sourcing across multiple regions. The prevailing strategy was to produce goods in low-cost countries and distribute them globally, optimizing for economies of scale.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Similarly, UPS uses its ORION system, which integrates real-time and historical data to optimize delivery routes, saving fuel and enhancing delivery reliability. Enhanced Efficiency Through Real-Time Data Connected vehicle technology drives efficiency improvements across route planning, driver safety, maintenance, and fuel management.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This is where pest control business software comes in as part of a robust pest control strategy, offering tools to optimize processes, enhance customer satisfaction and drive profitability by bypassing old manual processes. Disclaimer: The information below is accurate as of February 12th, 2025.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

manufacturer I know saw their import costs jump overnight, forcing a rethink of a decade-old sourcing strategy. An automotive company I collaborated with conducted detailed modeling of potential tariff impacts on semiconductor supply chains.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. Transforming the $800 billion freight industry, Emerge empowers meaningful logistics relationships through its award-winning Freight Procurement Platform. About Brad Wheeler. Key Takeaways: The FreightTech Dilemma.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 31, 2023

Adam has built memorable growth stories for numerous companies throughout the supply chain, healthcare, and technology industries, and is a leading mind for growth and marketing in the B2B space. Heard Media’s Custom Content Growth Model consists of three phases: Clarify, Create, and Convert. Adam is also an entrepreneur.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2024

About Rishi Mehra With over 25 years of experience in the transportation and mapping industry, Rishi Mehra has a proven track-record of managing global clients, product strategy and innovation, and driving strategic initiatives that deliver sustained revenue and value.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Nathan is the Director of Ocean Trade Lane Management at Flexport , the operating system for global trade. In his role Nathan utilizes Flexport’s global logistics performance data to define short and long term ocean operations strategies that optimize carrier and port performance. Flexport is the platform for global logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Mark McEntire is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Emerge , a freight technology firm that is reinventing freight procurement. About Mark McEntire . Mark joined Emerge in January 2022. Hunt Transport, Inc.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 16, 2024

For professionals in logistics and supply chain management, understanding the implications of this technology is crucial, as it has the potential to fundamentally change the way goods are transported and delivered. These technologies ensure that the vehicle can avoid obstacles, follow traffic rules, and make decisions about its environment.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Let’s examine Amazon’s approach as well as the limitations of traditional supply chain planning, the operational benefits of AI, and the necessary steps for implementing AI-driven strategies. Organizations examine past sales trends, apply seasonal adjustments, and make forecasts based on historical models.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

It allows operations to remain competitive even in unpredictable market conditions and supports a variety of business models and client needs. As businesses grow or enter new markets, they need the ability to redeploy or adapt warehouse systems to minimize downtime and reduce reconfiguration costs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

ALOM operates out of 19 global locations to support its Fortune 500 customers in the technology, automotive, life sciences, and regulated industry sectors. Headquartered in Fremont, CA, USA, its teams of technology engineers and supply chain specialists operate globally from 19 locations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sagard NewGen announces the acquisition of FuturMaster , a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of Supply Chain Planning and Revenue Growth Management solutions, from its founder and Cathay Capital.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Amazon’s Retail Strategy with Rick Watson. Rick Watson and Joe Lynch discuss Amazon’s retail strategy. Upon fulfilling the transition obligations of Merchantry to Tradeshift, Watson directed the cross-border product strategy of Pitney Bowes, a $450M business, comprised of Borderfree and the eBay Global Shipping Program.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2025

From balancing cost-efficiency with ethical sourcing to enhancing transparency and integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR), businesses face mounting pressure to align their operations with sustainability, technology, and energy practices. The energy sector provides a compelling example of CSR-driven compliance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs. Retrofitting existing infrastructure with energy-efficient technologies further enhances sustainability efforts.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2025

This involves the use of new technologies on their platform. Data fabrics, knowledge graphs, a digital thread, and digital twin technologies are critical. The Need for Speed When you talk to supply chain planning software suppliers, they identify similar trends. The technology is more advanced than the business process.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2024

Tom is an entrepreneur, sustainability expert, technology executive and all-around thought leader. Raftery shares his journey and insights on how companies can achieve a triple bottom line by utilizing forecasting, technology, and optimizing routes and loads. Tom Raftery and Joe Lynch discuss triple bottom line logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Samantha is the Founder of Samantha Jones Consulting which is focused on helping companies in the logistics industry increase their sustainable revenue by building and implementing customized and enhanced sales and brand strategies. Insights on the consolidation of the freight brokerage industry and the role of advanced technologies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

But in today’s world of pandemics, geopolitical shocks, and extreme weather events, efficiency alone is a fragile strategy. Understanding where each supplier fits helps determine the right risk mitigation strategies. Sheffis Resilience Framework Sheffis model suggests that true resilience comes from a balanced approach.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 14, 2024

Trillion Inventory Distortion Problem In this podcast, Karl Swensen, CEO and Co-founder of Pull Logic, discusses how their AI-enabled technology helps retailers, brands, and manufacturers reduce lost sales by addressing supply chain and selling process failure points. Summary: Solving the $1.8 Key Takeaways: Solving the $1.8

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Trade policies are constantly evolving, forcing companies to assess how these changes impact customer demand, supply networks, fulfillment strategies, and cost to serve. As a result, the company had to lay off workers and reevaluate its entire strategy – even as tariffs are paused – due to a lack of supply chain flexibility.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Manufacturing : A smart factory relies on IT-OT integration.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2025

1: From Support Role to Centre Stage At the point of sale, customers today enjoy an unprecedented degree of choice in the range, price, and quality of products on offer, primarily due to the development of mobile technology, connectivity, and platform-based commerce.

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ECW

APRIL 3, 2025

Theyre managed by different vendors, run on different systems, and operate with different priorities. Together, they create a system thats greater than the sum of its parts. Retailers and manufacturers can adjust inventory strategies based on accurate inbound data. The result? Alone, each has its challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

The three traditional methods are the use of a transportation management system (TMS), transportation execution system (TES), and managed transportation services (MTS). For each of these options, software and service providers need to set a clear path for success. First are technology risks. Look to the Cloud.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 21, 2024

Joe also shares his personal journey from a small board game company to founding Ship Daddy and eventually creating Fulfill.com, a platform that helps ecommerce brands find the best warehousing and fulfillment partners from a network of over 650 3PLs across 2500+ locations worldwide.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As automation continues to evolve in logistics, two technologies are becoming central to modern delivery methods: autonomous drones and autonomous vehicles. However, each technology serves different purposes within logistics, and the question remains: Which will ultimately shape the industry’s operational structure?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A well-optimized fulfillment strategy can help you reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance the customer experience. In this blog, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide to optimizing your fulfillment strategy. Consider your business needs, order volume, and budget when selecting the most suitable model. Why ShipMonk?

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