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This Week in Logistics News (January 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

Retailers are reviving an old playbook to manage their inventory levels after four years of struggling to find the sweet spot of holding enough merchandise but not too much. Global shipping prices are continuing to rise as Houthi rebels keep up attacks on cargo vessels in and around the Red Sea.

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Supply Chain Risk Management: Could You Face a Category 4 Supply Chain Disaster?

Kinaxis

Starting with Miami, this port primarily handles containerized cargo with small amounts of breakbulk, vehicles and industrial equipment. It is the largest container port in the state of Florida and ninth in the United States. containerized loaded cargo volume and more than 18% of the East Coast container trade. of total U.S.

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3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

Robert earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Florida International University. Vendor Managed Inventory. Inventory Management. About Lean Staffing Solutions. Lean Staffing Solutions provides operational, sales, marketing, and technology support to over 100 leading 3PLs. Transportation Services. Small Package.

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Hurricane Ian supply chain impact will last for months

Resilinc

A similar story could be told for manufacturing industries whose supply chains extend into Florida. Florida is a major hub and home to a variety of industries including: aerospace, high tech, healthcare, electronics, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, agriculture, manufacturing, security, and more.

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REPOST: 3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

Robert earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Florida International University. Vendor Managed Inventory. Inventory Management. About Lean Solutions Group. Transportation Services. Small Package. Less Than Truckload (LTL). Intermodal. Dedicated Contract Carriage. Field Acquisition. Equipment / Drivers. Final Mile.

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Supply Chain Design Crosses the Chasm

Logistics Viewpoints

The rapid shifts to eCommerce during the pandemic caused retailers and brand owners alike to flex their network nodes (where goods are made and inventories are stocked) significantly. Some companies have taken extreme measures such as chartering private cargo ships to sail around port delays. He received his Ph.D.

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Hurricane season 2024: how to prepare your supply chain

Resilinc

Flooded or closed roadways, bridges, and overpasses can delay freight, rail, and even air cargo. 5 Demand surges During hurricanes, demand surges for crucial commodities such as home repair supplies and essential goods, amplifying inventory challenges as supply strives to match the heightened demand.