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History and Evolution of Supply Chain and Logistics

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In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Rider (1970)).

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7 Megatrends Supply Chain People Should Watch

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Current logistics and supply chain management trends are discussed very often on social media sites. In the year 2000, Journal of Business Logistics published the article named " Ten Mega-Trends That Will Revolutionize Supply Chain Logistics ". How can we identify them really? What''s Next?

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What is Economic Order Quantity & its Advantages

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Like safety stock calculations , EOQ is one of the most important equations in supply chain planning. With the rise of COVID-19, the supply chain in is facing a huge challenge in the lead time. Bowersox, Supply Chain Logistics Management. Lysons, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, 9th Ed. ,

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Canada’s Federated Co-operatives Ltd. (FCL) goes live with Ivalua’s Source-to-Contract (S2C) solution with seamless integration to TealBook’s AI-powered supplier data foundation

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It also increased the efficiency and speed to market for all sourcing users, while providing visibility and ability for procurement professionals in the center-led procurement team to provide strategic support. About Federated Co-operatives Limited and the Co-operative Retailing System. learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com.

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The Rise of Women in Supply Chain: Career Choice

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In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

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Nicole Glenn on the Power of Hope and Transforming the Logistics Industry

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2024 is coming at us fast and the supply chain is front-and-center when it comes to geopolitical tensions and wars plaguing the globe. While wars and conflicts have sparked new supply-chain challenges, the dire need for sustainability and the rise of global warming is still a top priority for businesses.

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Top 10 Transportation Challenges and Solutions Identified in Research

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This article explores challenges identified in a research paper by McKinnon (2006) focusing on vehicle utilization and efficiency in the freight industry [1]. Solution: Collaborative logistics: Partnering with other companies in similar industries can allow for shared resources and consolidation of deliveries during peak periods [1].