Logistics

Demand Management at Fujitsu

January 29, 2014

When Fujitsu noticed diminishing returns in its ongoing efforts to improve forecast accuracy, it adopted a new strategy of product segmentation, changing inventory policies for difficult to forecast items. Barry Chapman of Fujitsu explains how this strategy was implemented and the benefits that the company is reaping.

Dissecting Demand Planning

January 29, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tupperware's unique house-party business model presents interesting demand management challenges. Omar Campbell, director of marketing operations, talks about the importance of demand planning vs. forecasting and how Tupperware is working to improve its demand planning processes.

Sunny Delight Finds the Balance Between Service and Savings

January 29, 2014

Kevin Singletary, Atlanta Site Director, Sunny Delight

When Implementing Global TMS, the World Isn't So Small, After All

January 29, 2014

Elie Hiller, Director of Sales and Marketing-North America, Transwide

Change Is Not What It Used to Be

January 29, 2014

Art van Bodegraven, Managing Principal, van Bodegraven Associates

Ohio Supplier to Invest $100m into Supply Chain

January 28, 2014

Dayton Daily News

Auto parts supplier ADVICS Manufacturing Ohio Inc. of Lebanon plans to invest $100m in a building expansion and new equipment, the company's single largest investment in its 25-year history in Warren County, company officials tell this newspaper.

Menlo Worldwide Logistics Opens Warehouse in Malaysia

January 28, 2014

Menlo Worldwide Logistics

Menlo Worldwide Logistics has opened a new warehouse in Selangor, Malaysia.

Big Data Analytics: The Supply Chain Potential

January 28, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Data from sources like social media, along with powerful analytic software, are giving companies insights into customer buying habits that never before were possible, says Raj Devarajan of Symphony Analytics. He discusses this and other implications that big data holds for supply chain management.

Google Tries Out Its Same-Day Delivery Service in Southern California

January 28, 2014

Los Angeles Times

Google Inc. is wading into the morass of same-day delivery pilots and programs rapidly collecting in the Southland, competing with e-commerce giants such as Amazon.com Inc.

How Health Care Industry Changes Are Impacting the Supply Chain

January 28, 2014

Philip Profeta, VP, Supply Chain Operations, Baylor, Scott & White Health

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.