Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 14, 2023

Last week, I sat down to speak with Chris Jones, Executive Vice President, Industry and Services at Descartes Systems Group about sustainable home delivery. First, why is there so much interest in sustainability and home delivery? Third, are consumers more or less interested in sustainable home delivery?

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APRIL 22, 2021

Combined with the heightened concerns regarding climate change and associated sustainability impacts, all businesses should consider and assess these changes using the lens of environmental sustainability. These will have a big impact on sustainability. Managing Disruption and Change with Emerging Technologies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

When unexpected disruptions occura factory shutdown, a shipping delay, or a supply shortagethese models provide little flexibility. AI-powered logistics optimization reduces transportation inefficiencies by identifying cost-effective shipping routes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 12, 2024

The growing awareness of environmental and social issues has increased the demand for sustainability and transparency in supply chain operations, creating the need for more visibility, accountability, and collaboration. Degree two: Remotely controlled ship with seafarers on board. There are no seafarers on board.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 5, 2021

Supply chain sustainability is a higher priority than ever. In MIT’s State of Supply Chain Sustainability 2021 , 80% of executives surveyed said the pandemic either had no impact on their commitment or increased it. From many different angles, supply chain sustainability matters, so how do we get there and what is the role of planning?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Driving Sustainable Supply Chain Change. By 2025, to improve long-term supply chain profitability, 60% of manufacturers in global supply chains will invest in software tools to support sustainability and circular economy business models.”. Figure 1 – Where are manufacturers investing to support sustainability?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

A growing number of consumers are asking the brands they buy from to invest in sustainability throughout the supply chain, from the materials they use to make products, to the transportation options they use to deliver products. So, what set sustainability leaders apart from the rest of the pack? Rethink Partnerships.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Do You Think Fedex Ships Live Pandas? Ocean Network Express’s Latest Sustainability Report Reveals Major Scope 1 Cut ONE has made significant strides in reducing emissions, achieving a 62% reduction in scope one emissions intensity and a 21% decline in total emissions from 2018 to 2023.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Itamar Zur and Joe Lynch discuss reinventing ecommerce shipping. About Veho Veho ’s mission is to power the future of commerce by making shopping, shipping and returns work seamlessly for everyone. Veho is reinventing shipping, and all parts of the post-purchase experience as we know it.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 24, 2023

Mike Newman and Joe Lynch discuss sustainability and reusable packaging. Throughout his extensive career spanning over 20 years, Mike has been instrumental in merging supply chain and sustainability initiatives. He holds an MBA from the prestigious Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Power Your Business Sustainably Through Solar Energy. All of this has led companies in the commercial space to prioritise sustainability, which includes a trend towards adopting solar energy. Supply chain businesses jumping on the sustainability bandwagon. Partnering with Sembcorp to achieve your sustainability targets.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience. The question is, how do we navigate our way out of this never-ending chaos to continue driving sustainable growth? Driving Sustainable Supply Chain Change. Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery. HOW DID WE GET HERE?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. However, there is now a growing appreciation that going green correlates with increased profit as demand for products with sustainable credentials grow and Asian companies get set to move up the value chain. As driving greater sustainability is a key factor in reducing risk.

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Loginext

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Discover how logistics management software enhances sustainability by optimizing routes, reducing emissions, and promoting eco-friendly supply chain operations. The post Leveraging Sustainability in Logistics Software for Green Shipping appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery. The International Post Corporation (IPC), found 44% of online shoppers have changed their purchasing behaviour to be more sustainable. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is slowly coming to market which will make air freight less environmentally damaging.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

How Shipping Can Help Save The Planet. But to be honest, the shipping industry is as much of a culprit. Meanwhile, reports estimate that shipping contributes 3%, or a staggering 1 billion tonnes of CO2. Meanwhile, reports estimate that shipping contributes 3%, or a staggering 1 billion tonnes of CO2. Size Matters.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Are they meeting consumers’ home delivery expectations, whether that’s affordable delivery, specific time windows, or sustainable options? When considering their last mile strategy this peak season, retailers should also take note of the growing interest in the environmental impact of home delivery, especially among younger consumers.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 28, 2025

This shift towards sustainable practices includes the realm of shipping, which is a significant component of global trade. How does sustainable shipping meet the growing demand for eco-friendly choices from consumers? This article will delve deeper into shipping and how it effectively meets consumer expectations.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Reshaping the Future: Creating Sustainable Business Growth. As the world returns to normal, Körber Supply Chain discusses its recent success with one of Australia’s largest retailers as well as strategies for creating sustainable business growth. Driving Sustainable Supply Chain Change. By Körber Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Supply chain sustainability has become a very hot topic, but for a lot of people, there is uncertainty around its meaning. However, sustainability in logistics goes well beyond these initiatives, especially when we begin to look at energy transition. A recent ARC survey looked at reasons to address sustainability.

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TransAudit

JANUARY 13, 2025

Global shipping and transportation present tremendous opportunities for businesses, but they also bring complex challenges, particularly when it comes to compliance. Understanding Global Compliance What is Global Compliance in Shipping? Environmental regulations are also becoming stricter. Security protocols also continue to evolve.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

SEFE will manage global ammonia sourcing and distribution through Germanys hydrogen core grid, while Hegh Evi will provide midstream infrastructure, including shipping and floating ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion. These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

During the early phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, sectors such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods experienced severe disruptions due to factory shutdowns and shipping constraints, primarily because of dependence on suppliers concentrated in Asia.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

SEFE will manage global ammonia sourcing and distribution through Germanys hydrogen core grid, while Hegh Evi will provide midstream infrastructure, including shipping and floating ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion. These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 15, 2025

Shipping packaging materials comes with its own set of challenges that can disrupt operations and impact profitability. From cost fluctuations to sustainability requirements, understanding and addressing these hurdles is essential for smooth logistics. This is especially true for plastic products, which are under increasing scrutiny.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2024

General Motors drives sustainability across supply chain FMCSA approves 25% fee increase for carriers, brokers U.S. General Motors drives sustainability across supply chain FMCSA approves 25% fee increase for carriers, brokers U.S. Cue the duck boats, as the parade kicks off in a few hours. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

Carton and Packing Optimization Carton optimization is a critical aspect of warehouse management, as it directly impacts shipping costs, storage space, and overall efficiency. You may be giving up some carton space efficiency for the benefits of stacking, storing, and shipping efficiencies. With 90% of items shipped in the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

HelloFresh boxes sustainability. With the third vaccine authorized, these manufacturers are pressing for more companies to be authorized to ship the vaccine. Global transportation is at the forefront of sustainability efforts. Speaking of sustainability, HelloFresh meal kits are touting a better approach to sustainability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Three months into 2025, we have seen a barrage of on-again, off-again tariffs that have supply chain and logistics teams reeling, as they must rethink everything from next weeks shipping route to their foundational network models. The Ukraine-Russia conflict is ongoing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

hope to slash shipping costs and save millions of dollars when they sit down later this month to negotiate long-term contracts with ocean carriers following last year’s surge in rates. The average contract cost of shipping a container from China to the U.S. network this year after its initial success at select facilities in 2022.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 6, 2022

Now, Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) allows cost and sustainability to be traded off. Rich Kroes, Vice President of Global Sustainability at Oracle. Rich Kroes – Oracle’s vice president of global sustainability – was also on the call. Carbon Taxes, SEC Sustainability Reporting, and “Greenwashing”.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2023

It’s now cliché to say that sustainability is on the minds and budgets of executives. Reducing transportation costs, shaving off shipping time, and generally using transportation equipment more. In a way, it has always been there, especially regarding logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

When the box is filled, it goes to a pack station for shipping. Because the shoes are packed into the shipping box, no repackaging is necessary. Improved Ergonomics Workers do not have to walk as much based on the optimization logic and the fact that the bots make the trip to the shipping stations rather than the pickers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2025

Coca-Colas CEO at the time said that by “working hand-in-hand with their bottling partners they would build a unified and aligned system equipped for long-term sustainable growth. Daily transportation and warehouse plans are developed that go down to the level of what will be picked, packed, and shipped.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2024

Ongoing attacks on vessels in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthis continue to disrupt shipping lanes in the chemical industry’s supply chain, according to Al Greenwood, chemicals expert and deputy editor at ICIS. Lidl’s partnership with WWF builds on previous commitments to achieve a more sustainable future.

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