TPP is Dead ….How Will it Affect Our Ports?
Are you prepared to leverage additional technology to remain competitive?
Trump’s Transportation Nominee Kicks Up Infrastructure
As one who drives the Los Angeles freeway system on a daily basis, it is obvious we need improvements; however, we also do not have time to deal with anything but a quick delivery of these improvements.
Logistics, Logistics and Logistics
I took the APICS CLTD (certified in logistics, transportation and distribution) exam yesterday (and passed!); therefore, I have been knee deep in logistics topics this week.
Risk in Global Supply Chains is on the Rise
According to the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) risk index, risk is the highest since 2013. It is easy to become complacent. Are you adding risk into your supply chain conversations and plans?
Hot Topics in Supply Chain Management?
Empower your operation by arming yourself with knowledge of supply chain trends. See the top four I learned from the APICS International Conference..
US Roadmap 2025
It is wise to stay on the leading edge of what is of such critical importance to manufacturers, distributors, logistics providers and the economy.
California Reopens Some Commercial Routes as Wildfire Rages
Commercial operators were scrambling to keep goods moving as a massive wildfire east of Los Angeles shut down one of the nation’s major freight corridors.
Are You Ready for Q4?
Think about what is important to your business and evaluate what should be done in preparation for Q4. You’ll be ahead of the curve.
The SIOP Conveyor Belt Analogy
In the last few years, I have helped several clients design and implement SIOP.
SIOP/ Integrated Business Planning
Manufacturing and distributing product to meet customer demand can be like a puzzle unless you start using SIOP as a core process to run your business. SIOP (sales, inventory, & operations planning) taken to the best practice degree is often associated with integrated business planning. In some circles, they [...]