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A supply chain ‘prenup’

Supply Chain Movement

I posed that question while leading a seminar a couple of years ago. A logistics service provider needs to have a good understanding of the business strategy of the shipper (manufacturer, wholesaler or retailer) who is looking to outsource their logistics. Are collaborating companies sufficiently aware of each other’s strategies?

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6 Practical Supply Chain Education Tools for Employers

Logistics Bureau

Manufacturing Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management, by F. Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, by Robert M. Their programs often use blended-learning techniques , combining time in the classroom with seminars, webinars and online learning activity. Essentials of Supply Chain Management, by Michael H.

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Contracts, Cancellations, and Closures: Persistent Trends Leave a Pre-Peak Season Logistics Industry on Edge

Intelligent Audit

following an ACT Research Seminar, Eaton said of the chances of a strong recession, “ It could arise from seeing another oil price shock. According to a recent report in the Harvard Business Review , written by Eric Edwards of public benefit pharmaceutical corporation Phlow, the solution lies in reimagining the pharmaceutical supply chain. “

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26 warehouse pros reveal the most important factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse

6 River Systems

Alexandra Zelenko is a Marketing and Technical Writer at DDI Development company that delivers web and mobile digital solutions for a wide range of business expertise, such as recruitment, fintech, CRM, e-learning, logistics, etc. By introducing solutions that add automation, errors can be eliminated from task workflows. DevGuildDDI.

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10 Issues Keeping Manufacturers and Distributors Up At Night for 2015

GlobalTranz

As we get settled into this new year, we thought we’d share observations from conversations we’ve had with manufacturers and distributors recently. In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog.

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Top 25 Supply Chains of 2018

Material Handling & Logistics

Also, for whatever reason, Gartner limits the scope of the Top 25 to companies in the manufacturing, retail or distribution sectors. On the CSR front, the company says that it has diverted 95% of manufacturing waste from landfills, and has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 16.8% Media Image. transactionID. Printer-friendly version.

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50 expert tips on improving warehouse efficiency & productivity

6 River Systems

Advances in logistics technology , such as automated robots , have a big impact on warehouse productivity, along with innovative AI and machine learning solutions, sophisticated warehouse management software and other technology solutions. Focus on employee retention. Maintain a flexible workforce. Identify your KPIs.