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We’ve entered the final month of 2023 and I have a terrible case of writer’s block this morning. So, with the few words I have, let’s just go straight to the supply chain and logistics
Does social loafing, defined as reduced individual effort on a task performed in a team compared to a task performed alone, occur in human–robot teams? Researchers from the Technical University of Berlin explored that question
As I wrote back in October 2018, when it comes to Transportation Management Systems (TMS), “there is always something new to talk about. The scope and capabilities of transportation management systems, as well as the
I’ve gotten a late start to leaf raking this year. I took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather yesterday to begin the process, starting with my front lawn. I spent two hours raking and bagging
During 2020 and 2021, most companies were focused on managing the disruptions caused by the Covid pandemic. In 2022, having a bit more room to breathe, companies started to reflect on the lessons learned from
With Veteran’s Day being observed today, we will keep it short and simple. Here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Thank you to all our veterans for your service
We’ve got horrible roads where I live, lots of bumps and potholes everywhere. Not surprisingly, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than once. What does a shock absorber do? They
“When you stop learning, you stop leading,” says leadership expert Kenneth Blanchard. This is particularly true for supply chain professionals considering the rapid and ongoing changes in the field. If you were to go back
Logistics service providers (LSPs) face a unique challenge. In addition to the evolving customer demands within an increasingly global, networked, multi-channel supply chain, these professionals
Misinformation, Confusion, and Fear Mongering characterize the general state of public information about Artificial Intelligence (AI)! Between the government mindlessly trying to “slow” the growth
Currently, shippers are experiencing a favorable market, with rates at rock bottom due to oversupply in the market. Businesses are using this to their advantage,
Streamlining pre-shipping efforts creates efficiency and visibility In an IDC research survey, supply chain executives agree, “visibility, agility, supply diversification, and collaboration strategies” are the
Even before the pandemic, businesses have struggled to keep pace with rising customer demand and provide on-time, in-full (OTIF) deliveries faster and at lower costs.
