Elementum

JUNE 30, 2022

Welcome to Elementum’s Supply Chain Market Report. This monthly newsletter observes one or two important macro trends through the lens of Supply Chain Management. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. How could Stagflation impact Supply Chain?

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

by Kevin McGowan A recent article in Fleetowner shed some light on the human aspects of supply chain management. Professor of Supply Chain Procurement at Rutgers University), the article discusses some key traits held by the best supply chain managers. Featuring research by Arash Azadegan (Ph.D,

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

At the Port of Norfolk (the Port of Virginia), two large ship-to-shore cranes are coming online , each capable of handling vessels carrying up to 19,000 TEUs. This will give the Norfolk International Terminals (NIT) and Virginia International Gateway (VIG) 15 ship-to-shore cranes at each terminal.

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DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Although the coastal towns in the path of Hurricane Florence are generally at the receiving end of the distribution chain, there are 4 port cities in the hurricane's path that will certainly affect freight movements — and likely result in rate increases in those markets. Want to help? Savannah is the second-busiest U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

The question was simple, “What will be the impact of Hurricane Florence on the supply chain?” North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Georgia sit squarely in the storm’s path. The supply chain impacts will ripple across the states as Florence moves west. Plot Your Supply Chain Risk.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

California warehouses are struggling to handle increased import volume ( as retailers ship inventory early to avoid added costs from looming tariffs ). This rush of shipments has filled the nearby warehouse market, slowed transportation speeds, and driven up other supply chain costs.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Recently, Rob Anthony, SVP Global Supply Chain and UK Country Manager at Kongsberg, and Virginia Gonzalez, Head of Procurement at Boston Beer Company, sat down in an exclusive session with JAGGAER to share their insights and methods on streamlining category complexity. Successful companies make this look easy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. Pitt Ohio’s Ground service also specializes in shipping non-conveyable products (e.g., The company offers 24/7 operational support.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. Pitt Ohio’s Ground service also specializes in shipping non-conveyable products (e.g., The company offers 24/7 operational support.

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Ohio West Virginia North America Minnesota 100

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. Pitt Ohio’s Ground service also specializes in shipping non-conveyable products (e.g., The company offers 24/7 operational support.

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Ohio West Virginia North America Minnesota 100

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 18, 2017

I grew up in the mountains of West Virginia. There are seismic shifts occurring between industries in value chains. The Supply Chain Index is the rate of supply chain improvement. Therefore, a company like BASF with a mature supply chain ranks 25 out of 30 for the post-recession period of 2010-2016.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2019

Swipe, click, this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Google Spinoff’s Drone Delivery Business First to Get FAA Approval (Bloomberg) Amazon to invest $800 million to make one-day free shipping the standard for Prime members (WSJ – sub. req’d) UPS’s $20 Billion Tech Bet Was Scorned by Wall Street.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 12, 2020

Produce shipping is showing signs of strengthening and should begin building activity for the remainder of the month before leveling off in June. Shipping in or out of Alabama should be back to pre-pandemic difficulty. When shipping to or from California, check to ensure that facilities are online and operational. Status: Open.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The state’s moderate climate means less weather-related shipping problems and a smoother supply chain, overall. The entire NC-based supply chain therefore has very limited exposure to union strikes or “slowdowns.”. Productive, Non-Union Workforce. of its workers are in a union. Port Access. Rail Access. Air Access.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 5, 2020

Shipping in or out of Alabama should be close to normal. . As the state reopens retail facilities on May 4, shipping in and out of Arizona should not be substantially impacted. . When shipping to or from California, check to ensure that facilities are online and operational. . Status: Partially Open . Arkansas .

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

Shipping in or out of Alabama should be?back When shipping to or from California, check to ensure that facilities are online and operational. Shipping to or from Colorado should not be restricted.?? . It is prudent to check with supply chain partners to ensure they are operating as normal in Delaware.??? .

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 13, 2023

The Port of Virginia in Norfolk is also accessible to much of Eastern North Carolina. Port infrastructure enhancements in recent years have included new neo-panamax cranes at the Port of Wilmington, new partnerships with major container shipping alliances and port renovations to accommodate larger ships.

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Elementum

JULY 21, 2015

Last Friday, a drone delivered medicine to a remote clinic in a coal mining region of southwest Virginia. Here's what the event marked the first FAA-approved drone delivery in the US means for your supply chain. When medical supplies are in need, driving isn’t always a viable option.

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Freightos

APRIL 24, 2018

In 1744 , the Virginia and Baltick [sic] coffee shop in London was the go-to place for traders to discuss maritime pricing. This is truly exceptional; it will be the very first time container shipping will have the instruments and transparency that so far have only been available for financial services.

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Elementum

JANUARY 4, 2018

With freezing temperatures hitting as low as negative 18 degrees Fahrenheit and snowfall projected to reach up to 12 inches , Georgia , North Carolina , and Virginia have preemptively declared states of emergency. Supply Chain Disruptions. Warnings have been issued along the coast about imminent power outages.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Disaster preparedness is essential in the supply chain. With Houston largely unavailable from a commerce perspective, businesses can no longer rely on their supply, transport and warehouse networks in the area. This type of disaster can be incredibly damaging to a business by limiting its ability to sustain its supply chain.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Disaster preparedness is essential in the supply chain. With Houston largely unavailable from a commerce perspective, businesses can no longer rely on their supply, transport and warehouse networks in the area. This type of disaster can be incredibly damaging to a business by limiting its ability to sustain its supply chain.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The shipping industry plays a significant part in this equation, as carbon emissions from shipping make up a substantial portion of the problem. Also, shipping is connected to every industry that sells goods or products. Shipping Emissions Statistics & The Impact Carbon Emissions from Shipping Have on the Climate.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 13, 2024

In this industry specific Supply Chain Matters commentary , we provide perspectives on aerospace and commercial aircraft producer Boeing ’s added challenge in 2024, that being on the labor relations front. Added Supply Chain Matters Perspectives There is without doubt, a huge significance to these ongoing labor talks related to Boeing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

In the early morning hours of April 26, at approximately 1:35am, a cargo ship leaving Baltimore Harbor struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, triggering a catastrophic collapse of the 1.6-mile-long The end result of the loss of propulsion was the ship crashing into the bridge. mile-long span. An estimated 11.5

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 14, 2022

The pandemic-related rise of eCommerce, combined with companies holding onto more inventory to guard against supply chain disruptions, has led to a tight real estate market where companies are battling for available space. The Port of Virginia in Norfolk is also accessible to much of Eastern North Carolina. and falling.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. California.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Similar to sales tax and economic nexus, inventory tax requirements vary by state and can vary based on how long the inventory is stored there, whether it is being shipped out of state or being stored in a 3PL or other third party warehouse , and in some cases may even include work in process (WIP) inventory. Is There a Federal Inventory Tax?

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The disruption to the supply chain will be felt across North America. We recognize that you likely have many questions about how this weather event may impact your supply chain in the coming days, weeks, and months. Global Forwarding – Ocean and Air Shipping. Norfolk Southern has not provided an update.

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Kanban Logistics

MAY 13, 2021

The record volumes at the Port of Wilmington show that more and more companies are turning to North Carolina to play a key role in their supply chains. This project aims to deepen the harbor from 42 feet to 47 feet to support larger ships. Continued North Carolina logistics enhancements.

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2017

This acronym stands for All Water Service, which is one of the most cost-effective ways to ship your cargo, and also one of the most eco-friendly ; however, it’s also one of the slowest forms of freight transportation. With AWS, your cargo will be shipped from the port of origin to its destination using only water routes.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 16, 2013

UPS Freight is based in Richmond, Virginia. Domestic Package, International Package, and Supply Chain and Freight. Old Dominion also provides household moving services, white glove services, and trade show shipping as part of their expedited division. UPS Freight has 6.9% of the less than truckload (LTL) market.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Moving on to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week… Mercedes-Benz and Matternet unveil vans that launch delivery drones (TechCrunch). JDA Powers the Always-on Supply Chain with Latest JDA Manufacturing Planning Release. I’m rooting for love. Oracle Buys LogFire.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 17, 2023

For UPS , the end-of-year peak season shipping boom gave them a chance to strut their stuff, while for FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam, 2022 held challenge after challenge. Walmart now offers customers drone delivery service through these vendors in Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. .

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Friday in 5 – interesting news bits from around the supply chain horn, served up in one spot to keep you up to date. cities – Austin, Cincinnati, Dallas and Virginia Beach, Va. drugstore chain said it would also give pay raises to many store workers and retail pharmacy technicians who already have higher hourly wages.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Friday in 5 – interesting news bits from around the supply chain horn, served up in one spot to keep you up to date. cities – Austin, Cincinnati, Dallas and Virginia Beach, Va. drugstore chain said it would also give pay raises to many store workers and retail pharmacy technicians who already have higher hourly wages.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

APRIL 30, 2014

General Dynamics Gets Award to Build Next 10 Virginia-Class Subs, Continuing Partnership With Huntington Ingalls. received the contract award Monday to build the next 10 Virginia-class attack submarines, continuing the work-sharing partnership with Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. Navy Shipbuilders Share $17.6 ET The U.S.

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