4WL Consulting

MAY 4, 2020

C3Nano is a material technology company developing and manufacturing transparent conductive films, the main component in all touch sensors used in phones, tablets, and more. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. Transcript.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Material Savings Just-in-Time Detroit 130

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 5, 2024

Southeast As we pen this posting Hurricane Debby , classified as a Category One hurricane has made landfall in the area of Big Bend, Florida in southeast panhandle of this state. Reportedly, 17,000 sites are at risk and include support for manufacturing, fabrication, warehousing, distribution and materials testing.

South Carolina 52

South Carolina North Carolina Georgia Forecasting 52

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Solutions Group , which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. Robert earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Florida International University. Transportation 2.) Intermodal.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Resilinc

OCTOBER 4, 2022

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.

Pharmaceutical 62

Pharmaceutical Florida Tampa Supply Chain 62

ThroughPut

MARCH 3, 2020

Last week, I couldn’t find some backup facial masks in all of southern Florida. Somehow, though, even with two parents in the medical field, the Oil & Gas industry recruited me first, and I ended up becoming a field operations engineer working across onshore, offshore, and warzone logistics & chemical manufacturing operations.

Florida 52

Florida Supply Chain Planning Software Japan Supply Chain Planning 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2022

As organizations look for reducing dependencies on concentrated sources of supply, Eastern Europe, Mexico, and South Asian countries will start providing viable alternatives to the current manufacturing powerhouse countries. Having such options allow them to get to the market faster, turning adversities into advantages. He received his Ph.D.

Supply Chain Design Software 270

Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 270

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2023

For example, we can have “Texas Small Volume” customers and “Florida Peak Season” customers, or “East Coast High Margin” customers and “Carolinas High Priority” customers. How easy is it to open and close distribution centers or move products across manufacturing facilities? Can every customer get products from every warehouse?

Supply Chain Design Software 202

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Many of the states affected contained key ports and supply destinations, as well as transportation and logistics hubs. It is the largest container port in the state of Florida and ninth in the United States. Lowe’s also had distribution centers in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina with extra supplies ready and waiting.

Supply Chain Risk Management 275

Supply Chain Risk Management Supply Chain Planning Software Risk Management Supply Chain Software 275

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 26, 2023

Dez is the President of Bear Down Logistics , an asset-based transportation company based in Orlando, Florida. He is the President of Bear Down Logistics, a transportation company based in Orlando, Florida. He is the President of Bear Down Logistics, a transportation company based in Orlando, Florida.

Freight 202

Freight Florida Chicago Logistics Network Optimization Software 202

Resilinc

APRIL 30, 2024

. #1 Production delays Manufacturing facilities in the hurricane’s path may be damaged or forced to close, leading to production delays or stoppages. 2 Transportation and distribution issues Damage to transportation like roads, ports, and airports can disrupt the movement of goods, causing delays and distribution challenges.

Supply Chain Software 91

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QAD

MARCH 16, 2023

The future of transportation stands on the brink of a revolution – the shift from the internal combustion engine to cleaner, more efficient electric motors. Today’s supply chain challenges make bringing new products to market – be it a fully realized vehicle or an individual component – complex and daunting. What’s Next?

North America 98

North America Supply Chain Planning Software United States America 98

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

We’ve seen systems that pick apples and berries, kill weeds, plant trees, transport produce and more. ”[6] One source of continuing tension between manufacturers and farmers is: Who owns the data? .” • Data Collection. Tech writer Brian Heater , writes, “Agricultural robotics are not a new phenomenon.

Sourcing Strategies 130

Sourcing Strategies Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 130

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

The Port of Shenzhen –a central manufacturing and export hub including the Yantian terminal that handles 25% of all U.S.-bound Still, the manufacturing plants and distribution centers are closed. Yet, transportation optimization products focus on managing price, not constraints. Taiwan manufacturers 60% of global semiconductors.

Modeling 284

Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 284

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Many of their suppliers were using the same sub-tier manufacturers. Last summer a hurricane was coming up through the Gulf and across the Panhandle of Florida.” Do you have a contingency plan for transportation emergencies? This analysis surfaced the need for alternative suppliers for these products.

Supply Chain Planning Software 281

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical 281

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 13, 2015

Last night, I was sitting with a friend that got transportation updates every hour from the GPS on the truck that he had tendered earlier that day on his cell phone. The event will be invitation only for fifteen manufacturers and fifteen technologists. (For access to the report on business networks reference this r eport.

Manufacturing Procurement 150

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Network Software Procurement Solutions 150

Adexa

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Assumptions are made about supplier delivery lead-times, resource availability or transportation times that may have been valid years ago. An example would be a tornado in Florida. A warehouse in Florida may be exposed to more risk of a tornado delivering goods in Fall than any other time.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 52

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 30, 2017

During Irma, for instance, people were rushing to the pumps and nearly every gas station in the Florida was running low on gasoline. Transporting hazardous chemicals in the wake of a disaster is also a concern. They can find suitable transportation and employ aid from their own disaster logistics service providers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 123

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Logistics Network Optimization Software 123

BlueYonder

JUNE 1, 2023

Last month, at the 2023 Gartner ® Supply Chain Symposium in Orlando, Florida, there were many key supply chain themes that emerged. The team carried out transformation initiatives that essentially flipped the supply chain upside down, from a manufacturing plant-led supply chain to a top-down, digital-twin type of supply chain.

Gartner 74

Gartner Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 74

Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

Is managing your transportation operations an art form? The key tool for a logistics planner has long been a transportation management system (TMS), but the increased complexity of the market is driving demand for more creative TMS capabilities. Let’s say a manufacturer based in Milwaukee needs to ship freight to Tampa.

Optimal Sourcing 106

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 106

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

As shown in the map, the company has 4 distribution centers wherein each location is shipping to several places across the US (for the sake of simplicity we are not showing the manufacturing and sourcing locations here). He received his Ph.D. The post 5 Recommendations towards a Resilient S&OP appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

S&OP 269

S&OP Supply and Demand Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software 269

MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 29, 2013

In this case study we present two Ocean Spray initiatives – distribution network redesign and intermodal shift from road to rail – that in combination led to a 20% reduction in transportation CO 2 emissions, while achieving comparable cost savings across the transportation network.

Case Study 87

Case Study Cost Reduction Strategies Study Sourcing Strategies 87

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Trimble Acquires Brazil-Based Veltec to Expand its Global Portfolio of Transportation Solutions. Hurricane season is upon us, and the latest one, Hurricane Michael, has caused serious damage and disruption in the Florida Panhandle region and beyond. Amazon Patents Drone Chute For Quiet Deliveries (CB Insights).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 102

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 102

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. A 2017 study from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) found that 19.5 That’s assuming there are no major economic events.

Capacity 113

Capacity Freight Predictive Analytics Software Forecasting Software 113

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2023

IFS specializes in contract manufacturing, contract packaging and assembly, display engineering, product launches, multichannel programs, and club store programs and has operations among 15 U.S. President of IFS Rob LeBaron will join Ryder as Vice President of Contract Manufacturing and Packaging.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Houston is home to a number critical industries, including energy exploration, oil and gas refineries, and related manufacturing of petrochemicals and plastic resins, among others. Millions are still without power in Florida. Economically, Harvey inflicted enormous damage on homes and businesses. and dozens more in the Caribbean.

Freight 70

Freight Houston Louisiana Atlanta 70

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Those are two of the most common questions I hear about driverless trucks, or to use the term preferred by the Department of Transportation, autonomous vehicles, which includes both cars and trucks. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued federal policy for the safe testing and deployment of automated vehicles.

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software North Dakota Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Supply Chain Collaborator

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

With Hurricanes Jose and Maria still bearing down on the Caribbean, its time to consider some critical ways a strong transportation logistics program helps smart shippers literally weather these storms and maintain efficient operations in their wake. Damage to sugar cane fields in Florida which produce nearly a quarter of U.S.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 60

EazyStock

AUGUST 29, 2023

Whether a small retailer or a large-scale manufacturer, getting your inventory right can significantly impact your bottom line. Last month, Hurricane Idalia swept through Florida and several other states in the southeast, forcing airports, marine cargo ports, and distribution hubs to cease or reduce operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Sustainability 52

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Working for a large manufacturer, she was trying hard; but failing, to integrate Ariba, Elemica, and GT Nexus. To help, I set up a series of dinner meetings for Maddy to speak to other manufacturers working on similar problems. Today, retired and tan, Maddy calls me from time-to-time from Florida. Let me tell you the story.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Network Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement 150

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Hundreds of Cafe Bustelo cans washed ashore in Florida this week. Amazon Buys Thousands of Its Own Truck Trailers as Its Transportation Ambitions Grow (Re/code). October 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Source: Laurie Cus. China Approves Merger of Cosco, China Shipping (WSJ- sub.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2018

While I thaw out a bit, here are the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Tight Trucking Market Has Retailers, Manufacturers Paying Steep Prices (WSJ – sub. Peloton holds 1,000-mile platooning demo in Florida (CCJ). Amazon shipped over 5 billion items with Prime in 2017 (TechCrunch).

Los Angeles 0

Los Angeles Logistics Capacity Journal 0

Zipline Logistics

MAY 12, 2020

Covering loads has been easy in the Northeast, except outbound South Texas, Southern California, and Florida as capacity out of these regions is tighter with produce heating up. Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, and Florida all still desirable locations for carriers. Shipping to and from Florida should be undisrupted. Status: Open.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island New Jersey New Hampshire Delaware 52

Freightos

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Digital channels may spell trouble for traditional retailers but it also represents evolution, giving Asian and Indian manufacturers a global reach. Riding this wave were droves of Chinese or Indian manufacturers that can now tap into digital platforms to source, import and sell directly to SMBs or consumers online. The Alibaba Method.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 67

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Modeling Software 67

RFgen

MAY 2, 2019

Companies already use advanced robotics to manufacture products and facilitate warehouse management procedures, but will intelligent machines begin delivering materials and merchandise for supply chain operations? The Atlantic suggested businesses using self-driving trucks in regular transportation practices is not a matter of if, but when.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 52

RFgen

MAY 2, 2019

Companies already use advanced robotics to manufacture products and facilitate warehouse management procedures, but will intelligent machines begin delivering materials and merchandise for supply chain operations? The Atlantic suggested businesses using self-driving trucks in regular transportation practices is not a matter of if, but when.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 52

Zipline Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

No issues cover ing loads throughout the market, except for outbound freight from California, South Texas, Georgia, and Florida to the N ortheast as capacity is tighter. Florida ? . Florida lifted most of its restrictions on May 4 and commerce returned to a near pre-pandemic state.?? . Transportation?could

Freight 52

Freight Rhode Island Delaware New Hampshire 52

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Content Summary: Personal Mover Transports Employees around BMW Plant. To eliminate some of this traveling BMW’s R&D group developed a Personal Mover solution—a one-person means of transport for covering short distances within an operating site. Moving around a large factory can be exhausting.

Supply Chain Design Software 110

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Innovation 110