Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

store operations by 9 percent over the past year, slashing hundreds of millions of dollars of goods from their balance sheets and suggesting space is opening up in their jammed supply chains. Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2023

Executives are plotting alternate supply chains or devising products that can be made elsewhere should China’s hundreds of thousands of factories become inaccessible. and raided the Beijing offices of Mintz Group, a due-diligence firm based in New York. manufacturers re-evaluating their reliance on China.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

“FedEx and UPS have ground to a complete standstill today due to what they say is a virus in their logistics shipping software…blaming the hacking group Anonymous after they declared their intention to punish shipping companies for halting shipments of flu vaccines into China. Could this fictional scenario come true someday?

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The Network Effect

APRIL 9, 2016

Rwanda is a tiny country in Africa, the fourth smallest to be exact, but one making giant strides in embracing the latest technology. Not the Zip… “The Zip looks more like a plane, and it’s launched with a slingshot, delivering its cargo with a parachute before returning home. New York Times.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 29, 2021

As most adults know, constipation involves the difficult passage of necessary items through the tail end of the body’s supply chain. If you’ve been following the news, you know the world has had a bit of constipation problem in the Suez Canal. This blockage has created havoc in the global supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 24, 2023

A few weeks ago I wrote that Little Brown Bakers, the manufacturer behind Girl Scout Cookies , is warning of unforeseen supply issues that will be impacting both manufacturing and distribution of its treats. Specifically, the launch of a new flavor, Raspberry Rally, is turning a fundraiser into a moneymaker.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

We salute the year’s top advancements in supply chain technology and processes. Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. Warehouse Automation.

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Freightos

MAY 10, 2015

There are tens of thousands of books about logistics and supply chains. Amazon has 31,817 books about supply chain and 24,934 about logistics. That’s 56,751 supply chain and logistics books. All those books would weigh 49,000 kilograms – half the cargo mass of a Boeing 747-200F.

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BlueYonder

MAY 2, 2024

When a 948-foot-long cargo ship called Dali crashed into the bridge in the early morning hours of March 26, the costs were high. In addition, cargo ships bound for Baltimore were suddenly brought to a standstill, unsure how to proceed. Who can forget watching the shocking footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 29, 2019

You learn something new every day. Speaking of learning, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Will Truckers Trade Futures? A New Market Seeks to Draw Freight Bets (WSJ – sub. A New Market Seeks to Draw Freight Bets (WSJ – sub. Why or why not?

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

Global supply chains tie the planet together, providing goods to consumers, jobs to workers, and dividends to shareholders. Proximity to raw materials, increased capacity, and labor costs are just a few of the ways that global supply chains work to save money for today’s top companies. Supply chains get railroaded.

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Freightos

JULY 23, 2015

Enough to go through every single article published in the top tech blogs – Techcrunch, Verge, Mashable and Recode – since 2007 to count how often articles about logistics startups, freight or cargo were published. We LOVE how they’re embracing technology to change logistics and improve the end-user’s life.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2015

The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) new requirements go into effect on July 1, 2016, stating that all packed containers must have verified gross mass weights reported to the carrier and terminal before loading. Shippers, beneficial cargo owners or non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs) are responsible for verifying weights.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The mad dash begins to finish all the work that needs to get done before 2018 arrives, so without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: E-Commerce Boosts U.S. Mercedes Plans More Drone Deliveries After 100 Perfect Flights (Bloomberg Technology). economic output grew at a 3.3%

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

If you’re like me, staying up to date on supply chain news is critical. So I went straight to the source and asked consultants, trade reporters, Wall Street Journal reporters and others, what their go-to logistics and supply chain sources were. Today’s Top Supply Chain and Logistics News From WSJ.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2017

If you’re a supply chain or logistics company interested in sponsoring the team, or if you’re a supply chain or logistics professional with a direct or indirect connection with T1D, or you’re an avid cyclist or someone looking to take on a challenge for a great cause, please contact me for more details on how to join the team.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2015

— In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… DSV agrees to acquire UTi Worldwide Inc. Port of Long Beach sees highest Q3 cargo volume in history (Cargo Business News). After watching the Mets celebrate on the field for a few minutes, I turned off the television and walked upstairs to bed.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 17, 2017

In the meantime, here’s this week’s supply chain and logistics news: Amazon Plans Air Cargo Service for Chinese Customers (WSJ – sub. Robinson , Descartes Systems Group , and Elemica are sponsoring this year’s team and employees to participate in the ride, which will be September 14-16 in Saratoga Springs, NY.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 10, 2017

Anyway, I’m on borrowed time again this morning, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Kewill and LeanLogistics Rebrand as BluJay Solutions, Unveil World’s First Global Trade Network. Volvo Trucks demonstrates truck-platooning technology (Long Beach Post Telegram).

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Since the Suez Canal disruption earlier this year, container and port capacity constraints have caused tremendous impacts to many supply chains around the world. In fact, some analysts now believe the worldwide supply chain crisis will persist until at least 2023. While some critical U.S.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Driverless vehicles and package delivery dominated the supply chain and logistics news this week, so let’s go straight to it: Google wants to deliver packages from self-driving trucks ( Quartz ). Future of brokerage: Cargo Chief to bet on pay for time ( Overdrive ). Amazon expands logistics reach in China ( Reuters ).

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Talking Logistics

JULY 28, 2017

Moving on, here’s the rest of this week’s supply chain and logistics news: Freight-Booking Startup Convoy Raises $62 Million (WSJ – sub. Norway Takes Lead in Race to Build Autonomous Cargo Ships (WSJ – sub. A crippling, long-term cyberattack. A massive asteroid hitting the Earth. View Results. Total Votes 11.

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The Network Effect

MARCH 12, 2016

The Hindenburg over Manhattan, New York, 1937 (courtesy Associated Press). When thinking of airships, or “skyliners” as they were often called, it’s difficult not to be overwhelmed by visions of the Hindenburg going down in flames in Lakehurst, New Jersey in 1937. Download Rethinking the Supply Chain.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2015

It was a relatively quiet week for industry news, but here are the items that caught my attention… JDA Reinvents the Omni-channel Experience with a Re-visioned, Persona-based and Mobile WMS User Experience. Uber’s Latest Experiment Is Uber Cargo, A Logistics Service In Hong Kong. UPS Worldwide Express Freight Expands.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides perspectives relative to despite having a tentative back-to-work wage negotiation, the outstanding issue of port automation provides added concerns for global industry supply chain teams. ports lag behind other global ports in automation focused on increased throughput.

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Veridian Solutions

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Supply chain conferences are an excellent way to connect with industry professionals, learn about new technologies, and refine your operation through the experience of others. The Amazon Effect: How the Retail Giant Has Shaken Up the Supply Chain and What Supply Chains Can Do to Keep Up.

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GTG Technology Group

APRIL 22, 2019

5 Tips for Protecting Your Freight Against Cargo Thieves. In 2018, motor carriers reported almost 600 incidents of cargo theft nationwide. Cargo thieves can take advantage of opportunities for crime, such as low security at a cargo hold, to steal thousands of dollars worth of cargo. Avoid High-Crime Areas.

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Stord

APRIL 7, 2019

True Value is investing $150 million in upgrades to its supply chain that will cover a new distribution center in Pennsylvania, ordering software, and more. Amazon is using a smaller distribution center for fulfillment in New York City , and other companies are following its lead. This number fell by 5.4%

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MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 28, 2014

Nine pallets of caps, gowns, boots, and masks are sitting at the JFK airport in New York City awaiting the next available flight to West Africa. The supplies are needed by doctors in the fight against the deadly Ebola virus, and the holdup highlights a worrying gap in the humanitarian supply chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 5, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights two rather significant developments, one involving Amazon , the other CH Robinson , that have occurred in the last 24 hour news cycle. There has further been increased competition from a number of digitally focused start-ups such as Convoy , DSV A/S, Transfix , Uber Technologies and XP.

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Vanguard Software

JUNE 18, 2021

The Latest Supply Chain News. The Wall Street Journal – Supply Chains Are Strained. June 12, 2021 – Cargo ships stacked up at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The New York Times – The pandemic boom in bicycles is a boon to Portugal’s manufacturers.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

These criminals find new ways to expand their networks and manipulate the retail supply chain every day. The retail industry is fighting this battle by upgrading technology, improving relationships with local law enforcement and taking steps such as tightening return policies, but it is a never-ending battle.”.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

AUGUST 15, 2013

The move by BVL to create the chapter in the Carolinas is not only a recognition of the area as a supply chain hub but also a move to expand the organization’s footprint into North America. Center for Global Logistics and the Supply Chain Resource Cooperative at NC State University. Supply Chain Management'

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 18, 2022

Since logistics intelligence sources data directly from freight systems in real-time, filling in the gap between your real-world logistics and your supply chain management strategies, it becomes easier to use that information strategically. Vendor compliance must be a priority in supply chain management.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 17, 2021

Owned by Qurate Retail Group, investments in technology, supply chain networks, and relationship building with brands have been made resulting in total revenue for the Group increasing 5.3% However, like any business, it too has been impacted by supply chain issues. in 2020 to $14.2 Disrupt online marketplaces?

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

Containers are piling up in ports, international shipping has been hammered, Western companies are battling to source products from traditional suppliers, and disruptions are being experienced throughout the global supply chain. And, according to some analysts, things could get worse—a whole lot worse! COVID-19 Impact on Shipping.

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EcoVadis

DECEMBER 28, 2016

From California to Connecticut, and Novi to New Orleans, EcoVadis was on the ground contributing to the advancement of sustainable procurement and CSR/sustainability practices in global supply chains during our most active year on record in the US. Ethical Sourcing Forum (New York, NY).

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