Logistics / Supply Chain Sitemap - Page 5 2013-05-24
ERP Implementation Blamed For Lower Inventory
ERP Implementation Blamed For Lower Inventory
Packaging Causes Product Recall
Packaging Causes Product Recall
Wal-Mart's Super-Sized Trailer
Wal-Mart's Super-Sized Trailer
Supply Chain Software Vendors Merge
Supply Chain Software Vendors Merge
Closed Loop Recycling
Closed Loop Recycling
FAIL: $1 Billion Logistics Project
FAIL: $1 Billion Logistics Project
The End Of The Twinkie?
The End Of The Twinkie?
IKEA Regrets Forced Labor
IKEA Regrets Forced Labor
Black Friday at Wal-Mart?
Black Friday at Wal-Mart?
Green Freight Europe
Green Freight Europe
Happy Thanksgiving, You're Fired
Happy Thanksgiving, You're Fired
Strike At Ports Costs $1 Billion a Day
Strike At Ports Costs $1 Billion a Day
Maritime Speed Limit To Lower Emissions
Maritime Speed Limit To Lower Emissions
Voyage Across The Arctic
Voyage Across The Arctic
Manufacturing The Future
Manufacturing The Future
Free CRM For Small Businesses
Free CRM For Small Businesses
Japanese Manufacturing Still Depressed
Japanese Manufacturing Still Depressed
SCOR Version 11
SCOR Version 11
Employee Benefits At Risk
Employee Benefits At Risk
As American As Apple
As American As Apple
Everybody Loves CRM
Everybody Loves CRM
Dangers Of Busy Shipping Lanes
Dangers Of Busy Shipping Lanes
ERP Predictions For 2013
ERP Predictions For 2013
Medical Recycling
Medical Recycling
Freight Price Fixing Fines
Freight Price Fixing Fines
Railroad Versus Shippers - Canadian Edition
Railroad Versus Shippers - Canadian Edition
What Is Left To Offshore?
What Is Left To Offshore?
Recycled Aluminum Pallets
Recycled Aluminum Pallets
Piracy Threats Still Very Real
Piracy Threats Still Very Real
Shipping Options For The Holidays
Shipping Options For The Holidays
New Issues For Wal-Mart
New Issues For Wal-Mart
EPA Needs To Plug Loopholes
EPA Needs To Plug Loopholes
Food Supply Chain Issues
Food Supply Chain Issues
Port Strike On Sunday
Port Strike On Sunday
New Border Crossing For Freight
New Border Crossing For Freight
New SAP Support Package
New SAP Support Package
Electronic Waste
Electrical and electronic waste is a term given to consumer and business electronic equipment that is near or at the end of its useful life. This can mean cellular phones, printers, desktop computers, computer monitors, and other consumer and business electronic equipment. This article looks at electronic waste as well as recycling and the resources that can be retrieved.
Monitoring Carbon Emissions
All signees of the Kyoto Protocol have to report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions each year and this requires effective monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV). The national emissions report is derived from the figures supplied by companies and facilities in the countries that created GHG. This article looks at Kyoto and the monitoring of carbon emissions.
Aluminum Recycling
Aluminum recycling has been as successful as glass recycling, with an estimated 68 percent of each aluminum can sold in the US is made from recycled materials. Two thirds of the aluminum ever produced is still in the processing cycle today. However still a large amount of aluminum is placed in landfills which recycling companies calculate is as much as $600 million each year. This article examines the aluminum recycling process.
Closed Loop Recycling
Closed loop recycling is the process where post-consumer waste is collected, recycled and used to make new products. But in the closed loop all participants should work together to make sure that the flow continues. This article examines some examples of closed loop recycling that is in operation today.
SAP Plant Maintenance
Plant Maintenance is an integral part of the logistics function and in SAP it is fully integrated with other components including Materials Management (MM) and Production (PP). The plant maintenance function covers three areas of maintenance; inspection, prevention and repair. this article gives an overview of the SAP Plant Maintenance functionality.
Environmental Protection Agency's WasteWise Progam
In 1994 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched the WasteWise program that helps organizations and businesses reduce waste and practice sustainable materials management. The program aimed to help businesses reduce the amount of waste they send to landfills and maximize the recycling of the remaining waste. This article examines how to launch a waste reduction program.
Aircraft Dry Lease
A dry lease is a lease of an aircraft without a crew
Aircraft Wet Lease
A wet lease of an aircraft is a lease of an aircraft, crew, and maintenance.
Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV)
Gasoline and diesel costs are rising cross the world and the use of alternative fuels for motor vehicles, is being explored. Companies who have a fleet of vehicles are being pressured by the economic issues of the price of gas, as well as the regulatory restrictions of reducing greenhouse gases, are looking at natural gas vehicles as an alternative. This article looks at the different types of NGV's available.
Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV)
Gasoline and diesel costs are rising cross the world and the use of alternative fuels for motor vehicles, is being explored. Companies who have a fleet of vehicles are being pressured by the economic issues of the price of gas, as well as the regulatory restrictions of reducing greenhouse gases, are looking at natural gas vehicles as an alternative. This article looks at the different types of NGV's available.
American Transport Unions
The union movement in the United States started as far back as the mid-1800’s when the small organized unions started to emerge. Today, the AFL-CIO currently a federation of 57 affiliated unions, including some of the largest unions representing transport workers such as airline staff, transit employees and dock workers. This article looks at unions representing transport workers.
Corn Starch Packaging
A company that needs to package their products have choices in which material they use for packaging. Traditionally companies could use polystyrene materials, but companies are becoming aware of the environmental impact of polystyrene, and need to find suitable green alternatives. The article looks at the properties of corn starch packaging material.
United Parcel Service (UPS)
United Parcel Service (UPS) began as company founded with a loan of only $100 back in 1907. Since then the company has grown into the world's largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialized transportation and logistics services. This article describes some of the history of this company and how it has grown to the multi-national corporation it is today.
DHL
DHL quickly became a leader in international air express delivery shortly after the company was founded in 1969. Initially the company operated a door-to-door express delivery service, transporting documents between San Francisco, California and Honolulu, Hawaii. With expansion into the Asia the company soon became the leader in international overnight service. This article looks at the rise of the overnight delivery company.
Airborne Express
Airborne Express had an unusual beginning. It was founded as the Airborne Flower Traffic Association of California in 1946 to fly fresh flowers from the state of Hawaii to the US Mainland. In 1968 Airborne merged with Pacific Air Freight and the focus of the business moved towards regular freight movements. The company continued for another thirty-five years when it was finally purchased by DHL in 2003. This article looks at the history of the company.
British Trade Unions
Trade unions in the United Kingdom dates back to the early 1800’s when the Luddites, who were textile workers, protested against the changes brought about the industrial revolution which saw their employment disappear with the introduction of wide-framed automated looms that could be operated by cheap unskilled labor. This article looks at the history of the trade union movement and the largest union in the UK today, Unite.
Flying Tigers
The Flying Tigers Line was the first scheduled cargo airline in the United States and a major military charter operator during the Cold War for both cargo and personnel. After forty-three years of operation the company was acquired by FedEx in 1988. This article examines the history of the airline.
Kuehne and Nagel
Kuehne and Nagel (KN) are the world’s second largest logistics company, the number one global seafreight forwarder, top three global air cargo forwarder, and top three contract logistics provider. The company was founded in 1890 in Germany, and has more than 1000 offices in over 100 countries, and over 63,000 employees. This article examines the history and growth of this logistics leader.
DB Schenker
DB Schenker is one of the leading globally integrated logistics service providers. It is part of the Deutsche Bahn company and employs in excess 94,000 staff in over 2,000 locations in more than 130 countries. This article looks back at the history of the Schenker company and its success today.
Greenwashing
As consumers become aware of environmental issues, businesses are finding that having a greener supply chain can not only benefit their bottom line, but can be used in the marketing of their products to the public. Greenpeace has attempted to bring these exaggerated claims to the public’s notice and the media has named this
New Green Industries
As traditional industries struggle with the public’s increasing environmental consciousness, there is a number of new green industries that are receiving more attention. In this article I have highlighted a number of new green industries that we will all hear more of in the coming years.
Reducing Waste in the Supply Chain
Businesses are examining every area of their supply chain to reduce costs. Reducing waste has become a key component of any cost reduction program that is implemented. There are a number of processes that can be used in order to reduce waste in a company’s supply chain. This article shows some of the processes that can be adopted to reduce waste in the supply chain.
Activity Based Costing
Activity based costing is a methodology that measures the cost and performance of cost objects
Cross Docking
Cross docking reduces costs by shipping material as it is received.
Cycle Counting
Cycle counting is important as it ensures inventory accuracy
Enterprise Resource Planning
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is used by companies to help them achieve efficiencies in their supply chain.
CSCO - Chief Supply Chain Officer
Today the supply chain is the backbone to any business and having a senior executive in charge of supply chain is the next logical step.
Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL)
A Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider is a firm that provides outsourced or
Evaluated Receipts Settlement
Evaluated Receipts Settlement is a method of paying vendors without vendor generated invoices.
Freight Forwarder
Freight forwarder is used by companies who need to ship items internationally.
Last In, First Out (LIFO)
LIFO can be used in the warehouse where the first items moved out are the last to arrive in the warehouse
Assemble to Order
Assemble to order is a production method that occurs when an item is assembled after receipt of a customer's order
Continuous Replenishment
Continuous replenishment is based on the principal of pulled logistics.
Change Management
Change Management is the process that is used to help the company, employees and partners adapt successfully to the changes taking place.
Radio Frequency (RF)
Radio frequency (RF) is a form of wireless communication used in warehousing.
Public Warehouse
A public warehouse provides short or long-term storage to companies that require additional warehouse space.
Just in Time (JIT)
Just in Time or JIT method creates the movement of material into a specific location at the required time, i.e. just before the material is needed in the manufacturing process.
Maintenance, Repair, and Operating Supplies (MRO)
MRO items are consumed as part of the production and plant maintenance process.
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
RFID uses RF technology and is hoped that the technology will improve the efficiency of inventory tracking and management.
Six Sigma
Six Sigma is a business management strategy. It will identify and remove the causes of defects and errors in manufacturing and business processes.
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) is where the buyer of a product provides information to a vendor of that product and the vendor takes full responsibility for maintaining an agreed inventory of the material.
Green Supply Chain Best Practices
Trend towards developing a green supply chain is popular but most companies are wondering how this can be achieved and where to start. Businesses have been concentrating on improving supply chain visibility, refining efficiency and minimizing cost. Despite the focus being moving towards a green supply chain the goals of visibility, efficiency and cost reduction do not have to be discarded. Firms who have implemented green supply chains can offer a number of best practices that will help others.
Reverse Logistics
Reverse Logistics can be defined as all activity associated with a product after the point of sale. The aims of reverse logistics include optimization of aftermarket activity, such as customer service, quality inspection and warehouseing, which can produce a new revenue stream, improve customer satisfaction and help the environment. This article examines the elements of reverse logistics.
Introduction to the Green Supply Chain
The public have become more aware of environmental issues and consumers are asking companies about their environmental policies. This article examines how some companies have found that starting to create a green supply chain can add to the bottom line.
Using Recycled Packaging In Your Supply Chain
Packaging materials are used every day in almost every company that manufactures and sells products. Packaging is used to move raw material to a manufacturer, bulk finished material to a distributor and then the final product to the consumer. As the public's perception about the environment changes, companies must look at greener packaging alternatives in their supply chain to satisfy consumers.
Case Study in Purchasing Rationalization
A major American chemical company had completed a year of supply chain reengineering and decided upon a number of best practices that should be implemented. One element of the reengineering was that they decided upon creating a shared service function at their headquarters which rationalized the purchasing and accounts functions.
Making Your Warehouse Green
Warehouses are busy places. Goods are constantly on the move; inbound and outbound deliveries have to be dealt with as well as the movements of items from location to location. Many companies are looking to warehouse operations are an area where they can make environmentally sound decisions. Companies are concentrating on three areas to help them in this endeavor; reduce, reuse and recycle. This article will show you where you can help your company make your warehouse green.
Clean Diesel Fuel Alliance
In 2000, the EPA began working towards making heavy-duty trucks run cleaner by introducing fuels that had lower sulfur content and fewer emissions. The Highway Diesel Rule stated that the pollution from heavy-duty highway vehicles should be reduced by more than 90 percent by the time the 2007 model year began. This article looks at the details and benefits of Clean Diesel Fuel Alliance.
Green Supply Chain Education
Companies are focusing a lot of energy and resources in making modification to their supply chain to make it more environmentally sound, or green. To realize these aims companies are having to education their supply chain professionals. In twenty years time the green collar worker may be commonplace and this article examines the content of green supply chain courses that are available now.
Supply Chain Company Failures Of The Decade
As we enter a new decade it is time to look back at the past ten years and reflect on three of the largest company failures in the supply chain sector. Although the internet bubble produced a significant number of company failures, changes in customers needs, changes in technology and all round bad management led to some of the more notable failures of the decade.
Marks and Spencer Launch Plan A
British retailer, Marks and Spencer (M&S), launched Plan A in January 2007, which highlights one hundred commitments to achieve in five years. Due to the success of the program, M&S has now extended Plan A to 180 commitments to be achieved by 2015. M&S have now stated identified a new goal of becoming the world's most sustainable major retailer. This article examines the elements of Plan A.
Kanban
Kanban is a Japanese production technique that uses cards or electronic signals in a computer system to monitor and control workflow in a factory.
Warranties
When a consumer or a business purchases an item or a service then this will normally be supplied with a warranty from the manufacturer or vendor. The warranty can either be express or implied and will come with clauses that a purchaser needs to be aware of. This article examines the many aspects of a warranty.
Food Safety In The Supply Chain
Today there is a drive in the food supply chain for food safety along all aspects of the supply chain. Keeping food safe requires that food growers, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and importers work in unison to ensure that the end product that reaches the consumer is safe for consumption. This article looks at many aspects of keeping food safe in the supply chain.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
Tips For Selecting A Voice Picking Vendor
Voice Picking systems are becoming extremely important to an efficient warehouse operation. This article examines ten tips for companies who are looking to select a vendor for their voice picking solution.
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