FDL Group is delighted to announce and applause Melina Karakosta, the Head of our Operations Department that was awarded with the title of the “Best Senior Logistician for 2022”, by ILME- Hellenic Institute for Logistics Management. With an impressive professional journey of 15 years, Melina is an expert in various departments within the logistics field.…
We are thrilled to share the exciting new commercial partnership with Dr Oetker for Ristorante, Gussepe & Feliciana pizza
Measuring a supplier’s adherence to contractual service levels is at the core of supplier performance management. Yet, while every organization tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) on some level, this data is rarely correlated with key risk indicators (KRIs) because many organizations track a supplier’s physical risks and digital risks separately. Considering the potential of a…
With good reason, the unprecedented pressure put on our supply chains has made resiliency and efficiency a key feature of CEO agendas this past year. Over the last 12 months, many companies have made changes to their supply networks to navigate and address the turbulence of these last two years. Now, companies need to both…
Valentine’s Day is an occasion for sweethearts to exchange cards and gifts. Traditionally, gifts have included flowers, chocolates, and jewelry. Those are still excellent choices. However, the current joke circulating ahead of this Valentine’s Day is: If you want to give your sweetheart something really expensive this year, give them eggs! Business writer Josh Funk explains, “Chickens…
Companies need a new approach to managing their supply chains. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the post-pandemic phase, and now soaring inflation, every industry has been impacted by changing consumer behaviors, labor shortages, material and transportation cost increases and, in some cases, country shutdowns. In the face of these factors, both just-in-time and just-in-case strategies can…
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a guest blog post by Adrian Gonzalez published by Manhattan Associates. The post highlights results from a survey conducted recently with members of Indago’s supply chain research community on the factors that provide the greatest resistance to change when it comes to supply chain capabilities. According to Wikipedia, “Gleicher’s Formula” for…
We all know the saying: the more things change, the more they stay the same. Every December for the past four years, we have asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics professionals from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — “What is the likelihood of the following things…
The “No-Excuse” Framework to Accelerate the Path to Net-Zero Manufacturing and Value Chains is a new white paper that aims to provide businesses with the information they need to operationalize their commitments to reducing carbon emissions and addressing the climate crisis. The framework is intended to be a central tool for the World Economic Forum Industry…
ARC Advisory Group’s Global Warehouse Automation Research study is now complete and available for purchase. The research process includes an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s research study. I provided a glimpse of the study content in an article…
ESG reporting is here to stay — what are you doing about it? Over the past few years, the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) space has grown and matured significantly. Today, over 90% of S&P 500 companies publish ESG reports, reflecting the increased expectations from employees, consumers, investors, and regulators. Around the world, we’re seeing ESG legislation…
I have long argued that companies need to expand their definition of supply chain visibility. It goes well beyond tracking shipments, orders, inventory, and assets in motion. End-to-end supply chain visibility also involves, for example: Knowing where the manufacturing/production facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located, and which parts or materials are manufactured/produced…
What do you think is going to happen in the transportation market next year? I get asked that question a lot this time of the year. It happened at dinner this past Monday night at the Deliver 2022 conference. My answer is always the same: I have no idea. Neither does anybody else, at least not…
Every year the holiday shopping season seems to come earlier. With just over four score days to go before Christmas, retailers, marketers, supply chain professionals, and consumers are all wondering how this holiday season is going to unfold. As we all know, supply chain snarls disrupted last year’s holiday shopping season — with some inventory…
It’s easy to overlook the role that 3PL logistics providers play in the overall global economy and, at the same time, enable your business to operate and compete. That was never clearer than during the past 14 months of the pandemic as goods continued moving to the right place at the right time. Logistics was…
The headlines about supply chain disruptions only tell part of the story. For the last two years, the supply chain has remained in the news, with stories about port backups, factory closures, material shortages, and labor and driver shortages—pains largely spurred by the pandemic. These news stories overlook the sheer scope of the challenges facing…
Analysis & Commentary Sustainability is critical to business planning and supply chain management across the nation. While going all electric is touted as the best solution, the reality is that a more sustainable energy option exists with propane. In fact, propane is an approved clean alternative energy source under the Clean Air Act. Recently, the…
There is a multitude of benefits companies gain by outsourcing supply chain management and logistics to a value-added 3PL provider. Third party logistics offers an all-in-one solution for assembly, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Utilizing a 3PL provides businesses with a reliable logistics advantage, and maximizes profitability through combined knowledge and resources. The following are 5 advantages to…
There are many logistics terms to consider, such as last mile logistics and last mile delivery, but they end up sounding confusing because all freight has a last mile portion. It’s incredibly complex and subject to the unique view of each person and how they perceive the industry. Whether you are new to the transportation…
Efficient management is the key to success, especially in supply chain management. There are various factors involved in effective logistics management — for example, automation and perfect coordination. But there is always a scope for improvising the logistics process. In times of growth, companies must find solutions to streamline logistics planning processes for improving output. GlobalTranz, a…
The majority of supply chain leaders, 74%, expect profits to increase between now and 2025 as a result of applying circular economy principles, according to a recent survey from Gartner. On average, supply chain organizations have been applying circular economy principles for three years to approximately 16% of their product portfolio. “There is still such a…
The cost of fuel is hitting record-breaking numbers. The average American is paying more every time they go to the pump, and the transportation industry has also been massively impacted. Carriers are paying more to fill up their trucks and this is reflected in the fuel surcharges being applied by major freight carriers to cool…
Becoming a successful freight agent takes dedication, a strong work ethic, organizational skills and creative problem solving – just to name a few skills. Today, freight agent programs are making it easier to find success, but it’s important to find the right program – one designed with your unique situation in mind. Why choose the GlobalTranz freight…
Many shippers have realized that working with a third-party logistics provider (3PL) leads to more efficiencies and cost savings. It also allows shippers to focus on their core competencies. But 3PLs are not one size fits all. There are a variety of third-party logistics services available, making it particularly important to choose the right one.…
While it’s common knowledge that each generation of workers has different requirements, the degree to which current job seekers vote with their feet when it comes to choosing companies based on these preferences is surprising. A CNBC/Momentive survey released earlier this month found those in the job market want to work for firms that share their values.…
Have you ever played chess? It’s a simple game where two players square off against each other with 16 pieces each on a board with 64 spaces. By the time each player is three moves into the game, there are 121 million ways the game could have unfolded. In fact, there are so many different…
As if transportation and logistics executives didn’t already have enough challenges to deal with, high fuel prices have been added to their plate. As reported in a recent CNBC article, “Diesel prices are contributing to inflationary headwinds due to the fuel’s vital role in the American and global economy. Tankers, trains, and trucks all run on…
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “May you live in interesting times.” It’s supposedly a Chinese curse, although there is no verified Chinese source for the phrase. Nonetheless, to live in interesting times, per the curse, is to live in times of trouble and uncertainty. I think we can all agree that we have all been…
Cargo theft is a rising issue for shippers across the county, especially in the food and beverage industry. In fact, it was one of the highest-targeted commodities in North America, accounting for 33% of cargo thefts in 2020,[1] with the average loss valued at $87,556. [2] Cargo theft can have a negative impact on your business, but…
What role do 3PLs play in the greater logistics industry? Logistics and transportation operations are an essential part of the supply chain process. A third-party logistics provider (known as a 3PL), is an outsourced company that helps businesses manage their logistics processes to achieve greater efficiency and reduce the costs involved with the transportation of goods. They…
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are essential to maintaining a successful logistics operations. They connect data and metrics to show if your operations perform as expected and highlight what strengths or weaknesses may exist. But deciding which logistics KPIs to track isn’t always straightforward. Many logistics organizations have different goals — whether to reduce shipping costs or improve…
The cost of fuel is hitting record-breaking numbers. The average American is paying more every time they go to the pump, and the transportation industry has also been massively impacted. Carriers are paying more to fill up their trucks and this is reflected in the fuel surcharges being applied by major freight carriers to cool…
A great deal already has been written about the impact of the pandemic, fully socializing jargon such as “new normal,” “next normal,” “unprecedented disruption,” etc. Changes in our lives, economies and supply chains are ubiquitous and well embedded now. It’s time to focus on how we innovate and optimize our businesses and operations in this…
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a guest blog post by Adrian Gonzalez published by Manhattan Associates. The post highlights results from a survey conducted recently with members of Indago’s supply chain research community on unified transportation and distribution management. Historically, many companies have planned and optimized their transportation and distribution processes separately, typically using…
Today, supply chain and logistics professionals are awash in all kinds of data. So, why do some companies seem to be drowning in it, while others find a way to convert it into business value? One area in particular where data plays a critical role is in transportation procurement. How does analyzing data effectively connect…
The Russia-Ukraine crisis has rightfully been dominating the news cycle over the last few weeks. And with that, organizations and businesses from around the world have been glued to the news media as they try to make sense of how to best navigate the disruptions being posed by this international incident. And this is certainly true…
Almost all (88%) businesses faced disruption over the last year, with over a quarter (26%) facing significant disruption according to Blue Yonder’s 2022 Supply Chain & Logistics Executive Survey, which explored how senior executives across manufacturing, retail, 3PL, transportation, and warehousing plan to tackle supply chain challenges in the year ahead. The biggest impact on supply…
For a long time, companies had been redesigning their supply chain networks and practices to become more demand driven. However, with the pandemic-related disruptions in supply over the past two years, companies have had to shift their focus to be more supply driven. Their manufacturing, sales, and promotions plans are now driven more by what…
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “A Supply Chain Executive’s Guide to Yard Management Systems: How to Evaluate, Select, and Successfully Implement a YMS.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Kaleris, serves as a guide for supply chain executives looking to evaluate, select, and successfully implement…
Benjamin Franklin famously said that “If you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail.” While this is certainly true, it doesn’t mean that coming up with a plan and an executable strategy is easy, especially in a very volatile and uncertain market like we are experiencing currently. So, if you’re a transportation executive, what are…
It’s no secret that Google and Amazon.com are continuously looking to outmaneuver each other, especially in logistics-related areas such as same-day delivery and drones…In short, logistics is becoming a greater competitive differentiator for companies across all industries, so if Google wants to seriously compete with Amazon on that front, it needs to become a 3PL,…
Logistics management encompasses all that goes into the efficient movement and storage of goods and materials as they are transported through the supply chain — including the management of resources and people. Given the number of moving parts and uncertainties that can come with logistics, efficiency is key to supply chain success. There are various practices…
What does the transportation industry have to do with a global pandemic? I’m not talking about how shipping and logistics are key in keeping the supply chain connected during global health crises so we can keep essential supplies like medicine, food, and toilet paper moving. Instead, I am referring to the often overlooked — yet…
Logility VPs Dario Fischli and Jonathan Jackman recently hosted a webcast on overcoming ever-increasing business disruptions today while building a sustainable supply chain for tomorrow. It turns out these initiatives are two sides of the same coin. Indeed, today’s supply chain disruptions are occurring more frequently, narrowing the window of opportunity for business leaders to…
Vaccine supply chains are fast-changing, complex, and vitally important to society, and nowhere is this more evident than with COVID-19. While a great deal of attention has been given to streamlining supply chains – and ensuring vaccines reach healthcare providers and their patients around the world – one of the most critical components is also…
When leaders are tasked with assessing macro questions such as “how do we better meet demand?” or “how can we better manage capacity?” they’re at the same time expected to identify and operationalize answers to those questions. Answers come in the form of widespread and far-reaching decisions related to strategic paths, policies, partners, and more.…
One Network has years of experience in healthcare supply networks that provide medicines and vaccines to hundreds of millions of people in Africa and around the globe. For example, the One Network platform for supply chain planning and execution is used by the Ministries of Health in Nigeria, Ghana, and Rwanda, providing comprehensive inventory visibility…
When things are uncertain, it’s easy to lose hope. But allowing yourself to sink into a funk can affect you professionally and personally. To build and sustain optimism, envision a plausible, positive future. First, write out what you are currently imagining about the future and the emotions these images provoke. Describe exactly what you are…
A recent episode of CBS’s “60 Minutes” ran a segment on some of the issues involved in the current global supply chain crisis — focusing primarily on U.S. port operations. During the episode, there was plenty of finger-pointing by various stakeholders. Much of the finger-pointing involved the movement of shipping containers into and out of…
Consumers plan to spend $997.73 on gifts, holiday items and other non-gift purchases for themselves and their families this year, according to the annual survey released on Oct. 21 by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. Despite the continued supply chain disruption, this is on par with consumer spending last year. Every year…
As we head into the holiday season, supply delays, logistics constraints and inflation are looming over shoppers and retailers—and the manufacturers and distributors who keep them in supply. The 2021 supply chain shortage is the story of our lives today, as the enormous bullwhip effect of COVID continues. Much of the world is clamoring for finished…
Nothing changes unless people’s behavior changes. Sure, digital transformation requires that companies upgrade systems and make sure people have the right tools and know how to use them. But those investments only lead to transformation if they are coupled with serious work helping people adopt and use that technology in meaningfully different ways. Otherwise, you replace fax…
Στις αρχές Οκτωβρίου 2021 συμφωνήθηκε πλάνο μεταξύ της DIAPO και μίας εκ των μεγαλύτερων αλυσίδων λευκών συσκευών και ειδών τεχνολογίας σε Ελλάδα και Ευρώπη για την εξυπηρέτηση των αναγκών του πελάτη μας στο Black Friday (BF). Το πλάνο αυτό αφορούσε: *180 παραδόσεις door to door ανά ημέρα *καθημερινές ανατροφοδοσίες καταστημάτων *παραδόσεις cross dock *3-4…
As global trade continues to transform the way companies are producing, moving, buying, and selling goods across borders, it’s important for supply chain leaders to know about trade trends that can help them benchmark their company against the leaders and laggards. To sort through emerging and existing technology, a recent survey by global trade management…
The UK leaving the European Union is no longer an uncertainty. Brexit is a reality that businesses around the world have to face and prepare for. Whether you import/export to the UK directly or indirectly, Brexit will impact your business operations in terms of cost and timelines. This can be an opportunity or a threat…
Leaders often cite creativity and innovation as critical components of business success. But many businesses fail to create and encourage environments where creativity can flourish. Managers make three common mistakes that prohibit new ideas and suppress suggestions that don’t align with their own. A 2017 PwC survey of 1,379 CEOs determined that “innovation” was the top…
All clients like offers and one thing they are prompt to take advantage of are big savings days, a practice adopted by e-tail with successful results. There are two large savings marathons in the USA, Black Friday and Cyber Monday (known as Buen Fin and Hot Sale in Mexico, respectively). The first of these events takes place the day…
Staying in the Black on Black Friday Requires Careful Supply Chain Planning. According to the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), customer enthusiasm for Black Friday shopping is up 8% this year, and spending is expected to increase by 4% overall. Black Friday is fast approaching, with its younger sibling, Cyber Monday, as the two highest…
According to FM Global, a commercial property insurer, these are six facets of the current supply chain crisis that exemplify threats to business resilience: 1. COVID-19 – The pandemic has disrupted demand (as consumers have hunkered down) and product supply (as factories have suspended production), setting up a bullwhip effect of supply and demand mismatches. Takeaway: Although…
Κορυφαία εταιρεία που δραστηριοποιείται στο λιανεμπόριο, η οποία πρόσφατα μπήκε στην κυπριακή αγορά με δύο καταστήματα (Λεμεσό & Λευκωσία), επέλεξε την εταιρεία Diapo – μέλος του ομίλου FDL GROUP – για την αποθήκευση και διανομή των προϊόντων της στο νησί, αλλά και για την εξυπηρέτηση των πελατών B2C με τη μορφή διανομής και παράδοσης D2D. Διανομή door to door (D2D) Η διανομή D2D αφορά…
A new Gartner study showed that supply chain jobs increased during the pandemic which resulted in many women increasing their representation in organizations. The number of women holding supply chain jobs has increased. A survey, The Women in Supply Chain Survey 2021 by Gartner and AWESOME, which interviewed 223 supply chain organizations from February through…
In a study done earlier this year by APQC that looked into workforce planning processes, the organization found that while the majority of organizations (89%) have integrated workforce planning with business planning it’s not always successful. While 54% of organizations report that their workforce planning is highly effective, the remaining 46% report it is moderately or less…
Germany is set to force companies to screen suppliers for environmental violations and human-rights abuses, such as illegal mining and child labor…Under the bill, any company based in Germany with 3,000 employees or more has two years to set up compliance procedures to monitor and stop abuses within its supply chains. They must also create…
The quest to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility continues to get more difficult as supply chains become increasingly globalized and fragmented. Fortunately, advancements in technology are helping companies to overcome these challenges and automate their processes. What hurdles still remain? Why is changing the status quo so important? How can technology help? What are the…
It’s the sports car that can’t stay out of the repair shop. It’s the fancy restaurant that takes too long to seat you. It’s the pro football team that keeps going offsides. All the ambition, talent, and effort in the world goes out the window if the fundamentals aren’t in place to back them up.…
Ο όμιλος FDL, επέκτεινε τη συνεργασία της με μεγάλο retailer ο οποίος δραστηριοποιείται στον χώρο της λιανικής και χονδρικής, αναλαμβάνοντας, εκτός από το έργο του Cross Docking, το έργο αποθήκευσης και μεταφοράς ξηρού φορτίου. Καταφέραμε να δώσουμε μία επιτυχημένη λύση με την ενοποίηση των δυο έργων cross docking και αποθήκευσης, στην νεόδμητη ιδιόκτητη εγκατάσταση 12.000…
Learning the difference between third party logistics (3PL) and fourth-party logistics (4PL), as well as 1PL and 2PL, and the rise of even fifth-party logistics (5PLs) is becoming increasingly sophisticated and valuable for driving successful supply chain operations. They all involve a degree of outsourcing transportation functions, whether that’s supply chain cybersecurity management or white glove services, and technically, all…
The global warehouse automation is expected to grow 10% by 2026, hitting a market value of $30 billion ! While not a surprise, the expectations, especially by those living in cities, are for fast delivery of goods that were ordered online. In fact, the average consumer expects their deliveries within 4.5 days, compared to 5.5…
With consumers often forced to cook meals at home during the pandemic, grocers witnessed radically different shopping behaviors from their customers. For example, Michael Browne (@mbtravel), Executive Editor of Supermarket News, reports, “Panic-driven, stock-up shopping drove massive grocery store visit growth in the first few weeks of March 2020.”[1] Everyone remembers empty store shelves once occupied…
It’s July and that means that many of us are feeling the sweltering temperatures of summer. The sun is blazing, the air is thick, and baby, it’s hot outside! Temperatures are soaring across the land and people are looking for a way to beat the heat. But how? One of the more popular ways to…
Κατά τη διάρκεια της πρώτης περιόδου πανδημίας, η FDL Group κλήθηκε από κορυφαίο πολυεθνικό όμιλο με δραστηριότητα στους κλάδους των τροφίμων και των καταναλωτικών ειδών, προκειμένου να συμβάλει στην ακριβή αποτύπωση τυχόν καθυστερήσεων στην διασυνοριακή μεταφορά των εμπορευμάτων της. Η λύση Από πλευράς μας, τόσο μέσω επικοινωνίας με τους ανταποκριτές μας, όσο και με…
Η εταιρία ΦΟΥΝΤΛΙΝΚ, μέλος του ομίλου FDL GROUP, ενημερώνει το επενδυτικό κοινό ότι βρίσκεται σε διερευνητικές συζητήσεις με την εταιρεία «ΓΕΝΙΚΕΣ ΜΕΤΑΦΟΡΕΣ – ΑΘΗΝΑΪΚΗ A. Ε.». Σκοπός των συζητήσεων αυτών είναι η απόκτηση από την ΦΟΥΝΤΛΙΝΚ Α.Ε.Β.Ε. ποσοστού συμμετοχής στο μετοχικό κεφάλαιο της εταιρείας «ΓΕΝΙΚΕΣ ΜΕΤΑΦΟΡΕΣ – ΑΘΗΝΑΪΚΗ Α. Ε.», ώστε -μεταξύ άλλων- να αξιοποιηθεί στον μέγιστο δυνατό…
Η ανάγκη για αυτοματοποίηση της διαδικασίας διακίνησης και ταξινόμησης προϊόντων, με στόχο τη μείωση του κόστους και την αύξηση της ευελιξίας στην παραγωγή και την αποθήκη, μπορεί να αποτελούσε όλα τα προηγούμενα χρόνια μία από τις βασικές προτεραιότητες μεγάλων επιχειρήσεων, ωστόσο κορυφώθηκε από τότε που ξέσπασε η πανδημία του κορωνοϊού. Για παράδειγμα, μεταφορική εταιρεία που…
Σε μία εποχή κατά την οποία η όσο το δυνατόν καλύτερη και ταχύτερη διαχείριση των παραγγελιών αποτελεί προαπαιτούμενο για τις περισσότερες επιχειρήσεις σε όλο τον κόσμο, ο εκσυγχρονισμός των διαδικασιών στις αποθήκες θεωρείται εκ των ων ουκ άνευ. Η έξυπνη αποθήκη πρέπει να έχει ευέλικτη σχεδίαση και να παρέχει λύσεις που καλύπτουν όλες τις ροές…
Many people associate reverse logistics to simply cover returns, but it is much more broad than that. Beyond answering “what is reverse logistics,” it is important to understand the history of reverse logistics, the benefits of reverse logistics and why it’s a rising practice, especially in aftermarket industries. Meanwhile, reverse logistics is growing more complex.…
Dual mode technology that enables both automated and manual operation within a warehouse. By Jim Gaskell As an industry, we are continuing to learn from our collective experience with COVID-19, which raised awareness of everything from the hidden vulnerabilities of the supply chain to the importance of having the right mix of forklifts for your…
In today’s Wall Street Journal, in an article titled Retailers Try to Solve Labor Imbalances by Retraining Staff, Suzanne Kapner highlights how Levi Strauss & Co. is “confronting a problem faced by companies in a range of industries from finance to retail to technology. Many of their workers lack the necessary skills to address modern business challenges.…
It is no secret that data-driven decision making is critical to business success. In fact, a recent Market Research Future snapshot reports the global machine learning market, which has significantly advanced the way companies make data-driven decisions, will grow from $7.3 billion in 2020 to $30.6 billion in 2024. This is good news for the supply chain…
In December 2019, I made some predictions for 2020. However, instead of making predictions like “Walmart Will Buy FedEx to Compete with Amazon” or “The Consolidation of Digital Freight Brokers Begins,” I made some totally predictable predictions. That is, instead of predicting what might change in 2020, I predicted what would likely stay the same yet…
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published yesterday, “Trust the Network: The Way Forward in Achieving Transportation Desired Outcomes.” The research, based on a survey of over 300 transportation professionals conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Transporeon, explores several questions: How much room for improvement do you believe still exists in current…
It may contradict the jejune views of some social critics who view most employers as heartless, mustache-twirling Simon Legrees, but recent research shows that the physical health and mental well-being of employees will be the overwhelming concern of companies over the next six months. The extent of this concern was on full display in a…
Just when things couldn’t possibly get any crazier, 2020 finally came to a close. Over the year, COVID-19 introduced even greater complexity into the already difficult work of supply chain planning–and changed supply chain from a practitioner-focused topic to everyday dinner table conversation. We’ve found our customers are urgently seeking ways to better plan around supply…
As worldwide e-commerce revenues rose more than 20% from 2019 to 2020, technology stepped in to accommodate the growth. Vehicle, robotic, and software automation altered the supply chain landscape in a matter of months according to ABI Research. These changes are expected to continue as both consumer and business digital and contactless behaviors become entrenched.…
The saying goes- the only thing staying the same is that everything keeps changing. And the statement becomes especially true with supply chain management. It’s crucial to track the 2021 trends in the supply chain needed for success. Advanced solutions that mirror these trends will enable success in the coming year. During a year of significant disruptions,…
any small and medium-sized businesses make use of supply chain management consulting services in some way. The value of supply chain consultant services is higher right now due to the increased demand for more. Because of the value consultants can bring to the table and their impact on supply chain system networks, consultancy services are likely to be…
The reworking of supply chains has a simple purpose of fitting the new world economy’s needs and demands. And freight data sharing platforms had already started before the mess of 2020 began. Additionally, the shift towards digital media and reinvented processes of global supply chains continues still today. Supply chain evolution is highly focused on market sub-segments,…
Within the shipping and logistics industry, several processes are essential to proper operations. Autonomous logistics management is an integral part of the process and includes many use cases applied to practically any niche within the market today. With the healthy growth of e-commerce, industrial automation processes are essential. Here are five such use cases that managers need…
2020 will be remembered as the year of mass digitisation. Few had imagined that the wind finally started turning. But when humans don’t have a choice, they adapt. Before Covid-19, pressures resulted from slowing growth and trade wars and rising consumer expectations. Consumers demand more transparency, governments wish to ensure homeland security, and supply chain…
season gets more extensive and more demanding every year. And the upcoming peak season is expected to shatter records. As reported by Supply Chain Dive, “2020 has been a slow year for retailers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the upcoming sales are a great opportunity to boost sales and make up for the lost revenue. But at…
As companies gear up for peak season, it’s essential to realize that parcel peak surcharges will be significantly different from previous years. UPS, FedEx, and USPS are already predicting historic parcel demands, and practically zero indications have appeared to slow the trend. As a result, it’s essential to realize a few things about parcel…
Peak season is rapidly approaching once again and always seems to overwhelm supply chains. The upcoming peak season will probably set an all-new bar for future peak seasons to come, especially during uncertainty and the onset of the global pandemic. And ensuring an omnichannel experience for suppliers, businesses, and consumers is paramount for a successful peak…
COVID-19 accelerating digital and automation agendas, as well as future of work Dynamic growth in data analytics, artificial intelligence, robotics, IoT, Cloud, API’s signal a new normal for logistics Breakthroughs in Quantum Computing, Blockchain, and Space Logistics signal new niches for logistics providers to solve large-scale problems and create new services Sustainability is a cross-industry…
Just a few months ago, the interplay between work, workforce, and workplace was well-established: Workers generally came together as a workforce in the workplace to get their work done. Then they went home. Most systems—IT, management, HR—were set up to function in that paradigm. Remote work arrangements were often short-term or “exceptions” and often…
Growing e-commerce sales are driving up U.S. e‐commerce logistics costs with a 19.9% CAGR expected through 2020, according to a new report from Armstrong & Associates, Inc.: Rising Tide: The Rapid Growth of E-Commerce Logistics, 3PL Solutions, Last-Mile Delivery, and the Dominance of Amazon. Adjusted retail e‐commerce sales in the second quarter of 2020 hit $211.5…
The disruptive impact of COVID-19 has put new emphasis on the importance of integrated sales and operational planning (S&OP) software for managing supply chains. This well-established technique helps supply chain management focus on crucial supply chain drivers. But traditional S&OP processes are slow and cumbersome. They aren’t suited to the speed and complexity of modern…
While the move to form a new department was in the works before the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of the pandemic on supply chains has made the need for well-trained supply chain professionals even more acute. emand for supply change management education is on the rise. In fact, over the past five years, enrollment at…
Usage is up 27% due to COVID-19 driven need for a resilient supply chain. Asset tracking solutions that allow companies to track cargo from dispatch to final destination will see a 27% increase in usage over the next five years, according to a new study from Juniper Research. The number will hit 90 million in…
Consumers have steadily been shifting to a more customized shopping experience in recent years. This shift went into overdrive as effects of the COVID-19 pandemic spread around the globe, and traditional shopping methods were cut off. Society’s sudden move to a shelter-in-place and work-from-home environment dramatically affected buying behaviors, and, in the process, expectations increased…
Editor’s Note: Today’s article is from Alexa Lemzy from TextMagic who gives us 4 helpful tips for managing your ecommerce orders for multichannel marketplaces. Online sales are an increasingly important part of any business, with the global online marketplace estimated to include 2.14 billion customers by 2021. For many organizations, taking advantage of this growing market means selling on a multichannel marketplace.…
Gaining better last mile transparency is essential for shippers to succeed in the Post COVID-19 world. More transparency can help companies overcome shrinking profit margins by reducing waste and ensure positive customer experiences. As explained by Freight Waves, “Expectations have raised over the years, and the biggest bridge that has to be crossed now is the delivery…
Most supply chain applications that Logility works on have significant ROIs. But sometimes it’s hard to see where the return on investment will be coming from. At Logility, we focus on the tangible benefits of improving your supply chain and how we go about producing hard-number results. We’re all very well versed in the traditional…
In the wake of COVID-19, how can companies increase the resilience in their supply systems? What are forever changes that companies need to adapt to, to ensure long-term success? The World Economic Forum, in collaboration with Kearney, asked C-level executives from different industry sectors how they are responding to the COVID-19 crisis. The result of those…
Among other things, supply chain digital transformation is about eliminating waste from the value chain. This includes eliminating manual and paper-based business processes, which remains prevalent in many logistics and delivery operations. Processing paper documents is time consuming and labor intensive; it also contributes to the data quality problem that continues to plague many companies. Exchanging paper documents is…
The logistics landscape is changing for the better, but it’s hard to keep up with the trends and embrace a whole range of advanced technologies. Logistics companies now need to be more flexible than ever because their clients demand flawless services and timely delivery. This is particularly important for decision-makers and SDC executives who have to…
Mind what you are wearing before you enter that video conference. While the Coronavirus pandemic is never anything less than grim, some aspects of people’s reactions to it approach the comical. For many people, the requirement to work from home because of stay-at-home orders also offers them an opportunity to dress down. Sometimes too far…
Supply chain data management requires attention to detail and a mechanism in place that provides analytics, or insights, to gain actionable knowledge. Risk exists around data when it is incorrectly or inaccurately collected and shared. To ensure your organization applies data correctly and generates meaningful KPIs, supply chain leaders must know the challenges of data tracking, how it improves…
Τα logistics της πέμπτης κατά σειρά ταινίας του James Bond «No Time To Die», ανέλαβαν οι ειδικοί της DHL, στο πλαίσιο μιας συνεργασίας που ξεκίνησε το 2006 με το Casino Royale. Για τη νέα ταινία του εμβληματικού μυστικού πράκτορα «007», η οποία αναμένεται να κάνει πρεμιέρα στις κινηματογραφικές αίθουσες στις 2 Απριλίου, η DHL μετέφερε οτιδήποτε χρειάστηκε…
Many experts believe that the root cause of many industry wide issues stem simply from not all of the players in any given industry not using the same terminology. Think about that for a moment and then let’s use a metaphor like Football as an example industry. If someone from say Mexico came to America,…
Key performance indicators (KPIs) provide an invaluable way to judge the efficacy of operations, determine opportunities for improvement, improve customer experiences, and better manage supply chain functions, including warehouse management. Supply chain leaders that wish to remain proactive to risks of disruption and improve operations through 2020 and beyond need to understand the top warehouse KPIs and how…
The COVID-19 pandemic has tested supply chains like no other event in recent history. With entire populations isolating and quarantining, companies are seeing demand spike for certain items and plummet for others, while their access to parts and labor from around the world is being severely disrupted. “Weather-related supply disruptions have been much more common…
When it comes to transportation management systems (TMS), there is always something new to talk about. That’s because the technology continues to evolve rapidly in response to changing market forces and customer requirements. One area of growing demand and innovation is parcel shipping, which was one of the driving forces behind 3Gtms’s recent acquisition of…
If you’re a supplier, nothing makes you happier than receiving a customer order—and the more orders you get, the better. However, there are many different ways for customers to transmit those orders, from highly automated approaches to manual entry. What challenges does this create for suppliers? How can technology and digital networks streamline and automate…
If you’re a supplier, nothing makes you happier than receiving a customer order—and the more orders you get, the better. However, there are many different ways for customers to transmit those orders, from highly automated approaches to manual entry. What challenges does this create for suppliers? How can technology and digital networks streamline and automate…
Shippers around the globe continue to express concerns for the state of the freight economy 2020 industry. Experts disagree on whether we are heading for a recession or a boom. The reality is simple; organizations that can roll with the changes and adapt supply chain processes will evolve and experience productive years. Unfortunately, those that…
Για μια ακόμη φορά ο όμιλος FDL GROUP πρώτος στις τεχνολογικές εξελίξεις εγκαινιάζει τη νέα εποχή τεχνολογίας στα logistics με το σύστημα “Goods-to-Person” στις αποθήκες της! Ο Όμιλος FDL, σε συνεργασία με την πολυβραβευμένη εταιρία GEEK+, που εξειδικεύεται σε Advanced Robotics & AI Solutions for Logistics, έφερε τα ρομπότ Geek Plus πρώτη στην Ελλάδα και…
Many companies have collaborative planning and forecasting processes with suppliers and manufacturing partners, but very few translate demand and production forecasts into transportation capacity requirements. Why is this becoming more important? What factors are driving the need for transportation forecasting? And how is technology helping to enable this process? Those are the main questions I…
Ο όμιλος FDL GROUP, ανέλαβε για λογαριασμό της WATT+VOLT την παραλαβή, αποθήκευση, διαχείριση και διανομή υλικού Marketing & POP (Φυλλάδια, Αφίσες, Φακέλους, Σακούλες, Ημερολόγια, Στυλό κ.α.) σε όλο το δίκτυό της, το οποίο ανέρχεται (έως σήμερα) σε 39 σημεία εξυπηρέτησης σε όλη την Ελλάδα. Η WATT+VOLT είναι ένας από τους μεγαλύτερους παρόχους ολοκληρωμέvων υπηρεσιών ενέργειας…
2020 seemed a world away just a few years ago and yet, here we are. This promises to be a very eventful year. What’s on the horizon for supply chain professionals? Here are three supply chain trends to consider. Sustainability on the agenda Companies are increasingly under pressure to become more green. Moving past waste, water, and C02 reduction,…
How an “internet” for logistics will deliver new efficiencies and value. “What I’m suggesting to you is that this could be a renaissance. We may be on the cusp of a future which could provide a tremendous leap forward for humanity.” So says Jeremy Rifkin, American economic and social theorist whose vision for a sustainable,…
How an “internet” for logistics will deliver new efficiencies and value. “What I’m suggesting to you is that this could be a renaissance. We may be on the cusp of a future which could provide a tremendous leap forward for humanity.” So says Jeremy Rifkin, American economic and social theorist whose vision for a sustainable,…
Supply chain technology always evolves, changes to meet the needs of the global supply chain, and offers huge benefits. With the new year, Cerasis always takes a moment to reflect on the state of the industry and the trends shaping it for the remainder of the year. The supply chain technology trends 2020 has to offer…
Supply chain technology always evolves, changes to meet the needs of the global supply chain, and offers huge benefits. With the new year, Cerasis always takes a moment to reflect on the state of the industry and the trends shaping it for the remainder of the year. The supply chain technology trends 2020 has to offer…
The manufacturing industry has a strong heritage of adopting game-changing technologies to deliver higher quality products more efficiently. With the introduction of digital supply chains, the industry is moving into an era arguably on par with the industrial revolution. But Rome wasn’t built in a day, and digital roadmaps that align with company goals do…
The manufacturing industry has a strong heritage of adopting game-changing technologies to deliver higher quality products more efficiently. With the introduction of digital supply chains, the industry is moving into an era arguably on par with the industrial revolution. But Rome wasn’t built in a day, and digital roadmaps that align with company goals do…
The freight transportation market in 2019 turned out to be very different than the 2018 market. As we begin 2020: Where are we in the truckload market cycle? What will be some of the key factors impacting supply and demand this year? What actions should shippers take to successfully navigate the road ahead? As I…
As we draw nearer to the tail end of 2019, distribution centres throughout the country are gearing up for what promises to be a busy festive season. However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely delivery and customer service, presents a unique challenge to the industry. In this article, I outline…
As we draw nearer to the tail end of 2019, distribution centres throughout the country are gearing up for what promises to be a busy festive season. However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely delivery and customer service, presents a unique challenge to the industry. In this article, I outline…
Gender diversity is a top priority for many managers. Once they’re in the pipeline, women are more likely to get hired, but the challenge is often getting them there. There are a few immediate changes you can make to your recruitment model that will help. Start by making job postings more inclusive, using more straightforward…
Gender diversity is a top priority for many managers. Once they’re in the pipeline, women are more likely to get hired, but the challenge is often getting them there. There are a few immediate changes you can make to your recruitment model that will help. Start by making job postings more inclusive, using more straightforward…
6. Autonomy In recent years, as workplaces have become more and more digital, employers have been finding remote workers to be more productive than their in-office counterparts. There are several reasons for this, but one of them is the increased sense of autonomy people get when they are working remotely. Essentially, when people are left…
The Internet and the Workplace in 2019 Before jumping into how the workplace has changed because of the internet, let’s take a look at the current state of the digital workplace: As you can see, the internet has the power to transform the workplace and this gives executives and other business leaders plenty of reasons…
Companies have access to more data than ever before, but more data doesn’t automatically translate into more insights and business value. How do you go from data to business value? Why is data context important? How do you turn insights into action? Those are some of the key questions I discussed with Stephen Husk, Supply…
Companies have access to more data than ever before, but more data doesn’t automatically translate into more insights and business value. How do you go from data to business value? Why is data context important? How do you turn insights into action? Those are some of the key questions I discussed with Stephen Husk, Supply…
DEMAND SHAPING: FROM CELEBRITY SPONSORSHIP TO LIMITED RELEASE The modern-day sneaker culture was built on the celebrity limited release. When Michael Jordan first signed with Nike in 1984, the star-endorsed shoes were expected to produce $4 million in sales annually – they did $100 million in the first 9 months. Nike president and co-founder Phil…
The transportation industry has a notoriously significant impact on the environment. Conventional vehicles and trucks release large quantities of greenhouse gas emissions, hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide, all of which are harmful to the environment and those inhabiting it. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, freight trucks contribute the second highest amount of pollutants into the atmosphere. Fortunately, there…
The customer is king — and the king expects to be treated royally. Kelly McKesten and Stéphanie Thomson, respectively a producer and an editor with Think with Google, report the phrase “the customer is king” can be traced back to the 1930s in book written by William Harold Hutt entitled Economists and the Public: A Study of…
Last week, the Department of Justice gave the green light to the long-sought merger of telecom giants T-Mobile and Sprint. While the merger of the #3 and #4 American phone carriers, respectively, still has legal hurdles to overcome, it is expected to accelerate the deployment of 5G networks in the U.S. For consumers, 5G networks…
Last week, the Department of Justice gave the green light to the long-sought merger of telecom giants T-Mobile and Sprint. While the merger of the #3 and #4 American phone carriers, respectively, still has legal hurdles to overcome, it is expected to accelerate the deployment of 5G networks in the U.S. For consumers, 5G networks…
Should companies put customers or employees at the center of their universe? There are two competing thoughts on this question, as illustrated by Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson: “The most important single thing is to focus obsessively on the customer. Our goal is to be Earth’s most customer-centric company.” — Jeff Bezos, Amazon CEO “Clients…
Should companies put customers or employees at the center of their universe? There are two competing thoughts on this question, as illustrated by Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson: “The most important single thing is to focus obsessively on the customer. Our goal is to be Earth’s most customer-centric company.” — Jeff Bezos, Amazon CEO “Clients…
In farm policy, numbers float the pre-reform debate as salmon floats upstream lakes in late autumn. What to make of these numbers though? Often, they are reproductions of old figures, sometimes taken out of context, and occasionally used to argue for the opposite causality than the one underlying them. Yet numbers are essential in understanding…
Fresh and refrigerated foods continue to gain in popularity as consumers demand healthier foods and shun preservatives. One need only visit a local supermarket, peruse restaurant menus or count the number of nearby farmer’s markets to know this is true, but statistics also support the claim. A recent article in Food Technology cites Technomic and…
Fresh and refrigerated foods continue to gain in popularity as consumers demand healthier foods and shun preservatives. One need only visit a local supermarket, peruse restaurant menus or count the number of nearby farmer’s markets to know this is true, but statistics also support the claim. A recent article in Food Technology cites Technomic and…
Robotic warehouses have great potential. Supply chain leaders across the globe scour the latest technologies and capabilities of robots. The reasoning is simple; robots offer a tireless army of workers without the hassle of managing human laborers. Unfortunately, significant obstacles to robotic warehouses still result in some companies eyeing the technology with suspicion, if not…
This is probably an understatement, but entrepreneurs are some of the busiest people around. A day in the life of an entrepreneur is chock-full of business decisions, research and networking. Because there’s so much to do and so little time to do so, entrepreneurs can easily get off track and become distracted with nonessentials. Chat…
This is probably an understatement, but entrepreneurs are some of the busiest people around. A day in the life of an entrepreneur is chock-full of business decisions, research and networking. Because there’s so much to do and so little time to do so, entrepreneurs can easily get off track and become distracted with nonessentials. Chat…
Recognition is a fundamental human need. At the most basic level, it makes us feel valued, which is what inspires us to stay all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed at work. Out of all the things that matter in the workplace, helping employees feel appreciated is the most important one. Gladly, this isn’t something that I have…
Recognition is a fundamental human need. At the most basic level, it makes us feel valued, which is what inspires us to stay all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed at work. Out of all the things that matter in the workplace, helping employees feel appreciated is the most important one. Gladly, this isn’t something that I have…
The financial crisis and economic meltdown of 2007-2009 was disruptive for firms across industries, markets, and geographies. It resulted in the collapse of the financial sector, radical changes in the regulatory and policy environment, and a severe contraction of the world economy. In fact, an economic meltdown of this magnitude fundamentally affects all aspects of…
The financial crisis and economic meltdown of 2007-2009 was disruptive for firms across industries, markets, and geographies. It resulted in the collapse of the financial sector, radical changes in the regulatory and policy environment, and a severe contraction of the world economy. In fact, an economic meltdown of this magnitude fundamentally affects all aspects of…
Our 17th Hero of Progress is Malcom McLean, an American truck driver and, later, a businessman who developed the modern intermodal shipping container. McLean’s development of standardized shipping containers significantly reduced the cost of transporting cargo across the world. Lower shipping costs significantly boosted international trade which, in turn, helped to lift hundreds of millions of people…
Του Alexander C.R. Hammond Ο 17ος σ΄αυτή τη σειρά των Ηρώων της Προόδου είναι ο Malcom McLean, ένας Αμερικανός οδηγός φορτηγού και αργότερα επιχειρηματίας που ανέπτυξε το σύγχρονο διατροπικό εμπορευματοκιβώτιο (intermodal shipping container). Η ανάπτυξη τυποποιημένων εμπορευματοκιβωτίων από τον McLean μείωσε σημαντικά το κόστος της μεταφοράς φορτίων στον κόσμο. Τα μικροτερα κόστη μεταφοράς ενίσχυσαν σημαντικά το…
Με μια απόφαση που δυνητικά μπορεί να αλλάξει την παγκόσμια αγορά logistics, η Υπηρεσία Πολιτικής Αεροπορίας των ΗΠΑ έδωσε την έγκρισή της στα drones της Google ώστε να ξεκινήσουν υπηρεσίες delivery σε εμπορική βάση. Συγκεκριμένα, η Federal Aviation Administration πιστοποίησε την Wing, θυγατρική της Alphabet, ως την πρώτη εταιρεία drones η οποί μπορεί να παρέχει εμπορικές…
Το 2020 έρχεται πολύ απαιτητικό, τόσο ως δεκαετία, όσο και ως έτος, για το εργατικό δυναμικό, παγκοσμίως. Ο κόσμος μάλλον θα εργάζεται κατά το ήμισυ των ημερών του μήνα από το σπίτι, και συγκεκριμένα από την τραπεζαρία του σπιτιού του, με την μουσική της αρεσκείας του να ακούγεται σε όλο το δωμάτιο κι όχι απλά…
Το 2020 έρχεται πολύ απαιτητικό, τόσο ως δεκαετία, όσο και ως έτος, για το εργατικό δυναμικό, παγκοσμίως. Ο κόσμος μάλλον θα εργάζεται κατά το ήμισυ των ημερών του μήνα από το σπίτι, και συγκεκριμένα από την τραπεζαρία του σπιτιού του, με την μουσική της αρεσκείας του να ακούγεται σε όλο το δωμάτιο κι όχι απλά…
Back when our Facebook design team still fit around a conference table, a new designer joining our merry band was a momentous event. Everyone loved sitting down and showing her how we worked —where we kept our design files, what tools to download, which meetings to attend. We were grateful that someone else had come…
Back when our Facebook design team still fit around a conference table, a new designer joining our merry band was a momentous event. Everyone loved sitting down and showing her how we worked —where we kept our design files, what tools to download, which meetings to attend. We were grateful that someone else had come…
Όταν κάποιο report δεν πιάνει την απαιτούμενη βαθμολογία, το να κάνεις επίπληξη στον υπάλληλο συνήθως τον βάζει σε αμυντική θέση και δεν καταλήγει σε σωστό αποτέλεσμα. Για αυτό θα πρέπει να ρωτήσεις τον υπάλληλο να κάνει εκείνος αξιολόγηση για την πρόσφατη δουλειά του. Κάνοντας αυτό, θα ανοίξεις δίαυλο επικοινωνίας που θα σε βοηθήσει να καταλάβεις…
When a direct report is underperforming, being told as much may put them on the defensive. That’s why you should consider asking the person to evaluate their recent work. Doing so will open up the conversation and help you understand whether their view aligns with yours. Ask the employee what their key metrics are and…
Με μια απόφαση που δυνητικά μπορεί να αλλάξει την παγκόσμια αγορά logistics, η Υπηρεσία Πολιτικής Αεροπορίας των ΗΠΑ…
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