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This Week in Logistics News (May 18 – 24)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The solar panels will reduce the building’s carbon footprint by approximately 4,100 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year. The post This Week in Logistics News (May 18 – 24) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. I highly recommend watching the movie when you get a chance.

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Enhancing Logistical Efficiency: Strategies for Improvement

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This article explores key strategies for enhancing logistical efficiency and thus improving profitability and reducing cost. Logistical Efficiency in Sourcing, Distribution, and Delivery Local Sourcing: While offering potential environmental benefits, local sourcing introduces complexities like smaller vehicle sizes and less-than-full loads.

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Until AI Can Solve this One Simple Task, I Wouldn’t Worry About It

Logistics Viewpoints

It is better to receive inventory on a loading dock, take the inventory needed for a hot shot shipment, and move that inventory through the DC to a shipping dock where it is loaded on a truck. In an omnichannel world, companies have different flow paths to get products to consumers – buy in store, ship from a DC, ship from store, etc.

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How Cooperative Supply Chains Are Transforming Retail and Logistics

BlueYonder

This blog has been adapted from a talk given at the Leaders in Logistics: Last Mile event. In logistics, this principle of reducing uncertainty is still underutilized. For example, a retailer might order excess stock to avoid running out, or a logistics provider might add extra lead time to compensate for unknown delays.

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The Brave New World of Logistics: A Primer

BlueYonder

But what do these terms mean for the logistics industry? At Blue Yonder, we believe every logistics stakeholder should be excited about advanced technologies like AI. So, let’s take a few minutes to define some of the most common terms related to managing logistics via advanced technology. What exactly is a data cloud?

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A Model for Employing Disabled Workers in Warehousing

Logistics Viewpoints

Körber is a leading provider of logistics software, material handling, voice, and consulting solutions. The company’s experience in hiring people that self-designate as disabled in their distribution centers (DCs) has been positive. By the end of 2022, the goal is to have disabled workers employed at all DC locations.

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Walmart Transportation with Doug Estrada

The Logistics of Logistics

Doug has been a board member of the Washington DC Metro Police Foundation since 2016 and sits on the Advisory Board for Truckers Against Trafficking. Children’s Miracle Network, Walmart Raise Awareness For Children’s Hospitals with “Champions Across America” The Logistics of Logistics Podcast.