The Big Six in Logistics in 2023
As we conduct about 200 Logistics Consulting assignments each year, it’s not a bad indicator of what are seen as the major challenges right now…
Fleet Route Optimisation in the Past, Present, and Future
Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation has shifted from almost nil to almost limitless…
Supply Chain Benchmarking with Trent Morris
There are numerous areas in the supply chain that can be benchmarked. But what is Supply Chain Benchmarking?…
Energy and Labour Costs: 2 Top Warehousing Challenges in 2023
Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency…
Supply Chain Coaching – What is it and Why use a Coach with Trent
So, what is Supply Chain Coaching? Is it a thing? What are the reasons for using a coach?…
Saving Logistics Costs – Inventory
Did you know that you can reduce logistics costs through effective inventory management? Some of it sounds very basic and yet, so many businesses really do miss these Inventory Management techniques…
6 Critical Success Factors in Distribution Network Design
Many logistics professionals involved in distribution network design naturally strive to achieve the best possible results. However, for one reason or another, certain aspects are often overlooked or simply don’t receive enough emphasis during the design process…
What’s Hot in Logistics?
Being aware of the industry’s trends provides a significant advantage to both you and your company. Do you know what the current trends in logistics are? It might not be exactly what you’re expecting…
Supply Chain Secrets – Subscriber Thank You + Giveaway
As we approach the remarkable milestone of 70,000 subscribers here on Supply Chain Secrets, I wanted to express my deep appreciation for your consistent and steadfast support. As we embark on this new chapter, our commitment is to provide even more insightful topics. Therefore, we would greatly value your involvement in our survey…
Freight Rates & Reducing Your Logistics Costs
It’s not actually about the freight “rate”. Sometimes in trying to reduce freight costs, people focus on the wrong things. Understanding freight rates requires you to also look at rate structures and consignment profiles. Because your freight carrier does…