Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 25, 2024)
Do you still wear a mask? There is an older gentleman who goes to my gym. He still wears a mask. But it’s always on his chin. It doesn’t cover…
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Do you still wear a mask? There is an older gentleman who goes to my gym. He still wears a mask. But it’s always on his chin. It doesn’t cover…
Lire la suite →One of the hard lessons companies have learned about e-commerce is that everything can go according to plan right up to the time a customer clicks the “Buy” button, but…
Lire la suite →There’s a chill in the morning air, the leaves are turning, and the sun is setting earlier each day. Yes, we are well into Q4, that magical time when supply…
Lire la suite →India’s leather wallet manufacturing industry is known for producing durable, stylish, and ethically sourced products. Top manufacturers, such as Brooklyn Bridge and Baraka, combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, making…
Lire la suite →India’s diaper market is booming, offering immense opportunities for businesses looking to source high-quality, affordable products. This article explores top manufacturers, emerging trends like eco-friendly diapers, and essential tips for…
Lire la suite →Maybe it’s my beard. When I go through airport security now, those new cameras that take a photo of you and compare it to your license or passport photo, they…
Lire la suite →India's textile sourcing companies offer unmatched expertise in sourcing high-quality fabrics across various sectors, including fashion and home textiles. These companies ensure efficient logistics, strict quality control, and compliance with…
Lire la suite →Historically, there has been a disconnect between Supply Chain Planning and Supply Chain Execution processes and applications. As a result, companies tend to plan, optimize, and execute their inventory, labor,…
Lire la suite →Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain…
Lire la suite →Stainless steel jewellery has become a top choice for those seeking durability, style, and affordability. Known for its resistance to tarnish and corrosion, it offers a practical alternative to traditional…
Lire la suite →I’m back from almost 4 weeks on the road. That is 3 weeks and 4 days longer than the U.S. East Coast Ports strike lasted (although, as I highlight below,…
Lire la suite →Poor data quality is the Achilles’ heel of supply chain management (see “The Big (Crappy) Data Problem In Supply Chain Management.”) This is especially true for data received from suppliers,…
Lire la suite →Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “Generative TMS: An Outcome-Driven Approach to Selecting and Deploying a Transportation Management System.” The research, conducted by…
Lire la suite →Did you hear that there might be a port strike next week at U.S. East Coast ports? I’m kidding, of course. Not about the potential strike, but about not hearing…
Lire la suite →If you’re a transportation executive, you’re always looking for ways to reduce costs, improve service, satisfy customers, and help the business meet its financial and strategic objectives. There are many…
Lire la suite →When talking to logistics professionals over the years, a common thread emerges – they almost all fell into this industry. In other words, they didn’t study supply chain or logistics…
Lire la suite →Author’s Note: At Transporeon Summit 2024 last week, I delivered a brief presentation on the state of the European transportation market. Below is an excerpt of what I presented, which…
Lire la suite →As you read this, I’ll be a few hours into my flight home from Vienna after speaking at the Transporeon Summit. I’ll share some takeaways in a future post, but…
Lire la suite →Forced labor has been a problem in supply chain management for a long time. The good news is that over the past few years governments and companies have been taking…
Lire la suite →Historically, many companies have viewed transportation management as a cost center – a non-strategic part of their business. It’s why many companies outsourced this function to third parties in the…
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