Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
A look at six key competencies that university-based programs foster in students to prepare them for careers in supply chain management.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Today’s logistics and supply chain management students are practical idealists, people who want successful careers that draw on their knowledge, skills and talents while allowing them to make the world — and the workplace — a better place.
Certifications, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Are you thinking about pursuing a certificate or certification in the supply management profession to enhance your knowledge and improve your career possibilities? Here’s a checklist to get you started.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Faculty members from some of the nation’s leading logistics and supply chain education programs share their thoughts about how higher education is preparing tomorrow’s professionals for the challenges ahead.
Careers, Certifications, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Take your logistics and supply chain career to the next level by understanding how your skills can impact an organization, networking with other industry professionals, and continuing to develop critical skills.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics
Some recent experiences provide hope that smart, dedicated and hardworking young professionals will fill the logistics talent gap.
Certifications, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Supply Chain
The supply management sector is becoming increasingly more strategic, requiring its professionals to develop new competencies while they are in the midst of busy careers. Here's how e-learning helps supply chain professionals stay competitive.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
When it comes to attracting millennial job candidates, the supply management sector has a decided advantage, but how can companies retain them? Here are three actions ISM’s ML Peck recommends.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
The accomplishments of the 2015 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars demonstrate that the future of the supply chain management profession is in good hands.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
To excel in a supply chain management career, students and employees need broad knowledge and skillsets that extend across the entire supply chain function.
Big Data, Education & Careers, Education, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Intermodal, Ports, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Transportation
It's important to stay up to date on supply chain and logistics developments. Here's a list of books on wide ranging topics.
Careers, Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Take these steps to help accelerate your logistics career.
Education & Careers, Forklifts, Ocean, Materials Handling, Ports, Supply Chain Management
Gulf ports maintain container volumes despite Deepwater Horizon oil spill; Supply chain leaders climb the corporate ladder; Toyota Material Handling engineers work with MIT scientists and the U.S. Army to develop a remote-operated fork lift
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
The optimal way to understand the intricacies of today's supply chain environment is to participate in an educationally focused transportation conference.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Megan Smith, CEO of Symbia Logistics
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
A reader profile of Ethan Frisch, co-founder and co-owner of Burlap & Barrel, a comprehensive, single origin spice company.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain
At the semi-yearly Connections and Jump Start SMC³ logistics education conference, industry stakeholders can learn from their peers about the latest advancements in logistics technology solutions, staying ahead of trends and preparing themselves for challenges ahead.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
There are a multitude of resources available to help even the busiest logistics professionals hone their skillsets.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
No matter how skilled or credentialed, today’s supply chain managers have a lot to learn–and a lot of ways to do so. With the marketplace growing more complex, continuing education professionals are introducing new programs and revising old standbys.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Technology , Warehousing
3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Young professionals find happiness in supply chain careers.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Readers share the business books that have shaped their way of thinking and helped them succeed in the world of supply chain.
E-commerce, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Jump Start 2018 provides shippers, carriers, 3PLs, and other supply chain professionals with indispensable insights about trends and challenges in the wider logistics arena.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Online supply chain education is flourishing, with options ranging from one-off courses to certification programs to master’s degrees. The best option for any individual depends on career goals.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology
J.B. Hunt and University of Arkansas' innovation center will enable engineering, computer science, and business researchers and students to work with J.B. Hunt employees in finding solutions to real-world problems through innovative design and technology-driven supply chain solutions.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Inbound Logistics – in association with our partners at APICS – proudly announces its fifth annual $2,500 undergraduate scholarship.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Warehousing
To better serve customers and remain globally competitive, warehousing and logistics providers are continuing to evaluate robotics solutions.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation
Profile of Manny Calandrino, president and chief operating officer, Consolidated Fastfrate
Mexico, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Tom Ciepichal, vice president, operational excellence and supply chain, with Dover Energy, a segment of Dover Corporation
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Warehousing
Classic Distributing increases pick rates by 22% with the Jungheinrich® low-level order picker.
E-commerce, 3PL, Education, Retail, Logistics, Site Selection, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation
Find the right solutions, carriers and partners to drive efficiency in your supply chain operations and enable your enterprise to navigate the twists and turns, ups and downs of the coming year.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Cliff Otto, president and CEO of Saddle Creek Logistics Services
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Millennials are expected to make up about 75 percent of the supply chain workforce by 2025. To appeal to this generation, companies should follow these five steps during the interview process.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Russ Smyth, CEO of HAVI. Also: CEOs in the supply chain sector reveal what it takes to be a great leader.
Big Data, Education & Careers, Inventory Management, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Winter provides a great advantage–time. The hustle and bustle of the holidays is over and colder weather prevails. There’s no better time to hit the books and amp up your knowledge of important logistics and supply chain management issues.
Distribution, Materials Handling, Supply Chain Management
The overall complexity of running the supply chain will drop as the product portfolio becomes more streamlined. Here's how to do just that.
Education & Careers, Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Kirsten Hall, CEO of Logistics Planning Services in Woodbury, Minn.
Distribution, Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain
Implementing material handling automation within a distribution center requires an experienced systems integration, which acts as a matchmaker to ensure the software communicates fully and freely with the facility’s equipment.
3PL, Education & Careers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation
Profile of Mike Wagner, CEO of Target Freight Management.
Education & Careers, Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Bert De Winter, director of EMEA logistics with HP Inc.
HazMat, Education, Specialized Logistics, Technology
When moving hazardous materials, shippers can’t just send them packing. From preparing for compliance to keeping employees in the loop, here’s how shippers plan for risk-free travels.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Rogerio Branco, senior vice president, supply chain management, with Eaton.
Big Data, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Doug Waggoner, CEO and chairman, Echo Global Logistics
3PL, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Hiring challenges in the supply chain sector include attracting the best talent, developing leaders, and retaining high performers. To solve these issues, employers must step up and build training programs that instill passion, share purpose, provide clear leadership and promotion tracks, are authentic, and ultimately diminish turnover.
Education & Careers, Trucking, Transportation
Retirees from the transportation business find a second career through agent programs with companies such as Bulk Connection.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of John Costanzo, president, Purolator International
Education & Careers, Distribution, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Peter Schuele, head of global supply chain and distribution at the life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Feeling the supply chain talent crunch? Play a role in growing and developing supply chain programs from leading universities to attract your fair share of the talent.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Logistics professionals explain their jobs in terms a hypothetical five-year-old would appreciate.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Mike Gardner, CEO of Kane Is Able
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Diandra Hayban, Logistics Shelter Support Program Manager, NYC Emergency Management
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
A recent ranking highlights logistician careers as among the best – yet manufacturers still face a shortage of qualified workers as the demand for skilled logistics professionals grows.
3PL, Education, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology
With schools across the country rapidly increasing the use of technology in the classroom, recent graduates entering into the logistics workforce expect similar atmospheres.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing
New technology abounds inside the four walls of a distribution center. From narrow aisles configurations, specialized rack systems and lift equipment to optimize stacking capabilities, WMS software that integrates with automated sortation systems, and self-guided intelligent robotic vehicles, innovations in materials handling products are transforming the supply chain.
3PL, Education & Careers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation, Warehousing
Supply chain logistics companies view veterans as a crucial pool of potential employees, and consequently they are using a range of methods to recruit and hire former members of the military for their workforces.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Kendra Austin, Director, Supplier Diversity, Express Scripts
Economic Development, Education & Careers, Site Selection, Rail, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation
The St. Louis region offers an ideal transportation infrastructure to move goods, skilled labor to meet the peaks and valleys of industrial demand, and the availability of highly qualified IT personnel to manage staff and facilities.
Materials Handling, Packaging, Pallets, Supply Chain, Warehousing
Using pallet collars in the warehouse can increase how efficiently your goods are stored, shipped, and delivered.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology
Jim Lambo, director of supplier management and procurement at Insitu, manages procurement and suppliers for all goods and services.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Ann Drake, CEO of DSC Logistics, studies people for a living. Join her team at DSC Logistics, and she'll soon discover what makes you tick.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology
STEM disciplines broaden the field of logistics and industry standards by involving process strategies, planning, implementation tactics, and optimization in supply and demand. This is a fact students are recognizing and capitalizing on.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Richard Foley, logistics manager at SDI Technologies, controls and helps reduce chargebacks from customers.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Trucking, Transportation
Readers weigh in on how to address the truck driver shortage.
Education & Careers, Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Michael Fries, senior business intelligence logistics analyst at U.S. Foods, drills into data to find opportunities to make or save money in the company’s logistics operations.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Kristy Knichel, president and CEO of Knichel Logistics
Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology
When performance management processes are functioning properly, the link between strategic business objectives and day-to-day actions comes together.
Global Logistics, Education, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Supply Chain
A solid foundation of supply chain experience and education is just the beginning. Supply chain practitioners need to periodically update their knowledge as well. Here’s how companies are getting with the program— customizing curriculums and encouraging employees to enroll in executive education programs.
Distribution, Materials Handling, Warehousing
Sound strategies for maintaining, optimizing, and modernizing materials handling systems can mitigate risk in today’s DC and go a long way toward ensuring a smooth ride in the supply chain.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation
Al Morris, director, global supply chain at TERiX, reviews accounts to determine what parts to buy and where to stock them to ensure the right part is always available.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile of Bob Shellman, CEO of Odyssey Logistics & Technology
Education, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Transportation
Where the presidential candidates stand on transportation infrastructure; Amazon announces new air cargo fleet; consumers willing to pay more for sustainability; first successful cross-country trip by a vehicle on autopilot; trucking industry driver shortage reaches 48,000 drivers; shippers rail against railroad mergers; hoverboards illustrate problem with American manufacturing; consumers want package deliveries their way; reducing cargo theft risk; FMCSA passes measure to fight back against driver coercion; skills required for a successful career in supply chain management; Surface Transportation Board gets back on track; FMCSA sets deadline for requiring truckers to install electronic logbooks in all vehicles; technologies to watch in 2016.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
The burgeoning need for talent to operate today’s complex supply chains has begun to garner significant attention. Develop new ways to find, recruit, develop, and retain talent with these tips.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation
Establishing the groundwork and collaboration are vital to developing the solutions needed for the significant workforce challenges faced by the transportation industry. A key part of the mission is to attract women to the traditionally male-dominated transportation profession.
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing
Sean Smith, supply chain director at Agropur Ingredients, is always up for a logistics challenge.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Technology
Good data assists fleet managers in budgeting short- and long-term costs, determining correct fleet size, and evaluating whether to lease or buy new equipment. Use these tips to get the most out lift truck fleet data.
Education, Supply Chain Management
Today, millennial and Generation Y candidates who have a supply chain degree or education can immediately fill a gap that previously took a senior person. But that's only part of the solution.
Distribution, Loading Dock, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Warehousing
Warehouse operations no longer allow for “business as usual” practices. New initiatives and strategic investments in capital improvements will lead to greater returns in productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Investing in the latest materials handling equipment, WMS technology, and physical building improvements will result in a fully integrated distribution center.
Education & Careers, Logistics
Logistics companies are going above and beyond to ensure our nation’s heroes find opportunities to transfer their skills from the military to long-term, successful careers.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
This list of new supply chain and logistics books helps logistics professionals keep their skills up to date.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management
A new study determines the top 15 undergraduate and graduate supply chain management programs in the United States, based on the teaching of technology, software, and quantitative tools used by supply chain professionals, as well as the variety and depth of this coursework.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Pallets, Safety
Proper safety measures can reduce costs, injuries, and down time caused by forklift impacts.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Martin Associates report points to the importance of continuing U.S. port investment; Henry Ford College introduces associates degree in supply chain management; Freight Can't Wait program encourages Congress to earmark funding exclusively for freight infrastructure projects; Manufacturers are finding better ways to engineer and prototype products using 3D printing technology; McDonald's pledges to lessen impact on global deforestation throughout its entire supply chain.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
A look at the challenges warehouse managers face as they build a well-integrated warehouse workforce, and how they address those issues.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Pallets, Supply Chain Management
Choosing the right pallet unlocks myriad benefits from improved process efficiency to cost savings and sustainability.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Risk Management, Pallets, Safety, Warehousing
It is essential to have damage prevention measures in place for racking systems to avoid employee injury and minimize loss.
Education & Careers, Labor Management
It is important for employers to find the most effective way to communicate with their multilingual workforce.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management
Jim Young, senior supply chain manager at Applied Microstructures, Inc., is responsible for everything from sourcing materials and services to shipping finished products
E-commerce, Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
U.S. beef supply chain participants form partnership to improve sustainability; Manufacturers and retailers fail to adopt best-in-class processes and technology to address global complexities; Online retailers need to rethink how they align their distribution networks; Spot market rates dip seasonally as West Coast volumes catch up; Staples and Syracuse University partner to drive new research and innovation.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
With a skills gap narrowing the options, companies must hire employees that are valuable in the long-term.
Education & Careers, Labor Management
Employers must ensure that employees with disabilities are treated with respect.
Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
The role of supply chain practitioner is evolving by integrating technology, functional expertise, and experience to identify problems and engineer solutions.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
The list of competencies employers seek when they recruit supply chain professionals keeps growing longer and more complex. Here’s how degree-granting programs keep pace, and enable well-rounded graduates to fill prime positions.
Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
A review of the important mile markers in supply chain management that brought us to present day shows we have made progress, but there is more work to be done.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
ThomasNet, ISM and Inbound Logistics partner to create the 30 Under 30 Rising Supply Chain Stars program to recognize the brightest young stars in supply chain management today.
Global Economy, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
All logistics and transportation stakeholders must work together to eliminate the supply chain talent gap.
Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
North America’s manufacturing sector is on an upward trajectory. However, a shortage of young talent, compounded by Baby Boomers’ negative perceptions about Millennials, could impact its continued expansion, according to ThomasNet’s latest Industry Market Barometer® (IMB) research.
Education & Careers, Labor Management, Manufacturing, Logistics I.T.
How manufacturers can use technology to stretch the capabilities of their existing workforce.
Bar-coding Systems, Materials Handling, Supply Chain Management
Managers must carefully consider all factors of their operation before selecting a new bar-coding system.
Education & Careers, Trucking, Transportation
Andy Yablin, vice president, transportation at Scholastic Inc., is responsible for transportation from manufacturing facilities to distribution centers, and from distribution centers to customers.
Air Cargo, 3PL, Economic Development, Education & Careers, Rail, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing
Memphis supports global supply chains through highway, rail, airport, and inland port assets, and a qualified workforce.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics, Supply Chain Management
For Tamsen Fricke, operations manager at Divine Chocolate USA, fair trade and logistics make a delicious combination.
Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management
When customers need products fast, Chet Mullen of lift truck manufacturer Raymond Corporation rises to the occassion.
E-commerce, Customer Service, Education & Careers, Reverse Logistics, Retail
When it comes to keeping up with demand, Game Stop's Bruce Kulp doesn’t play around.
E-commerce, Asia, Canada, Global Logistics, Materials Handling, Latin America
CeMAT 2014 showcases the latest materials handling innovations; Alibaba buys stake in Singapore Post; Paris looks to reduce city speed limits; Canadian rail industry begins phasing out DOT-111 tankers amid crude-by-rail boom; EU and China sign Customs agreement; Chinese food imports continue to grow; Nigeria looks to resurrect defunct national steamship line; Latin America is the world’s fastest growing market for software; Maersk Line voice support for Nicaragua Canal proposal.
3PL, Military Logistics, Education & Careers
Military veterans bring valuable skills and characteristics that make logistics operations stronger.
Bar-coding Systems, Materials Handling, Logistics I.T., Warehousing
Bar-code reading errors slowed Champion Tire and Wheel’s operation; a new laser scanner got the company back on track.
Forklifts, Labor Management, Materials Handling, Safety
New forklift-based technologies can positively impact safety goals in your facility.
Innovation in forklift design has reduced overall warehouse and DC footprints and increased throughput.
Colleges are adding logistics and supply chain education programs to support the next generation of professionals.
Education & Careers, Inventory Management
Senthil Arumugam, vice president of logistics & inventory management at US LBM Holdings, constructs a sturdy operation.
Employers want new hires who combine diverse, real-world experience with academic achievement.
Distribution, Materials Handling, Logistics I.T., Picking Solutions, Warehousing
Voice-directed technology can help improve worker safety and reduce employee-training time, yet some companies avoid them because of these five common misconceptions.
Education & Careers, Transportation
As director of logistics at Universal Lubricants, Bud Snodgrass keeps transportation and warehousing moving smoothly.
Distribution, Materials Handling, Picking Solutions, Warehousing
Companies planning new distribution centers or warehouses weigh process data to choose materials handling equipment.
Materials Handling, Pallets, Warehousing
Pallets are a vital piece of warehouse equipment for storing and moving products.
Economic Development, Education & Careers
A Transportation Club of Atlanta internship program connects Georgia’s supply chain students with leading businesses.
Education & Careers, Inventory Management, Manufacturing
Bob Kalland digs his job as inventory and logistics manager for Atlas Copco Mining and Rock Excavation.
Education & Careers, Labor Management, Risk Management
Ax Torres supervises outbound shipping at agricultural machinery company AGCO Corporation.
New lift trucks feature device mounts, rugged tablets, digital controls, hydrogen fuel cells and auto guided navigation.
Education & Careers, Labor Management
Effective employee training programs benefit workers and align with corporate business objectives to drive results.
Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
Inbound Logistics Editor Felecia Stratton discusses the merits of supply chain continuing education.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Jason Shefrin, executive vice president, global sourcing, at InterDesign Inc. streamlines global operations.
Certifications, Education & Careers, Industry Associations
Take your supply chain career to the next level with a certification or certificate program.
3PL, Distribution, Labor Management, Materials Handling, Logistics I.T., Safety, Warehousing
Big data gathered by materials handling equipment helps warehouse managers improve productivity and safety.
E-commerce, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Site Selection, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
Chris Halkyard, chief supply chain officer for e-commerce site Gilt, discusses managing flash sale logistics.
Catch up with four supply chain professionals previously featured in Inbound Logistics' Reader Profile.
E-commerce, Distribution, Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Picking Solutions, Warehousing
Retailer DSW's new replenishment materials handling solution improves inventory control and reduces in-store markdowns.
Education & Careers, Labor Management
Job training is vital to maintaining a skilled and properly credentialed workforce, and must be built into every budget.
3PL, Expedited Shipping, Global Logistics, Ocean, Materials Handling, Site Selection, Risk Management, Trucking, Security, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
Actionable tips help you revitalize your warehousing, 3PL, trucking, and global logistics operations.
Education & Careers, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Transportation Management
Sean Vasquez manages EDI and transportation for Sun-Maid Growers of California.
Education & Careers, Labor Management
Universities and corporations are collaborating to improve supply chain education offerings and better equip students.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics
As international business manager at Alarm.com, Magaly Garza supports global market growth and develops new distribution channels.
Materials Handling, Picking Solutions, Warehousing
The right pick-to-light system can help increase productivity, improve accuracy, and increase picking speeds.
Education & Careers, Industry Associations
Equipped with industry training, new logistics professionals need their more experienced peers’ communication and interpersonal skills.
As director of purchasing at wine company Vino del Sol, Mara Gonzalez squeezes supply chain data from a business intelligence solution.
Chris Carlson, VP of Batteries Plus Bulbs, gets a jolt out of optimizing warehouse labor and inventory flow.
Alana Miedrich, inventory and logistics assistant at Kids Wish Network, Holiday, Fla., manages inventory to fulfill dreams.
Specialized supply chain management degrees allow experienced professionals to integrate SCM with related disciplines.
Hu Huang of Kichler Lighting stays current on trade laws and keeps import/export activities transparent.
Matthew Wood, freight program and supply chain manager at Mayo Clinic, treats the company’s freight spend aches and pains.
Investing in online training allows organizations to operate more efficiently and develop workers’ skills.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
Companies in the logistics sector are stepping up to hire U.S. military veterans with aggressive recruiting and training programs.
If you can’t find the logistics professional you want, train new hires or current employees in the skills you need.
Dino Lanno, senior VP of supply chain at Safelite AutoGlass, steered the company through a supply chain redesign.
Education & Careers, Global Logistics
Specialized global logistics knowledge prepares students to manage worldwide supply chains.
Decisions about buying pallets or leasing pallets require shippers to think strategically to acquire the best option for their operation.
Distribution, Materials Handling, Warehousing
Changing consumer expectations and demand for greater efficiency, economy, and productivity present new twists and turns in warehouse automation.
Education & Careers, Transportation Management, Specialized Logistics
Larry Montreuil, director of supply chain management at JetBlue Airways, negotiates sourcing and purchasing deals that let the airline soar.
Green Logistics, Education & Careers
Directing motor carriers to more fuel-efficient decisions drives Jason Mathers, senior manager, corporate partnerships at the Environmental Defense Fund.
Internships in supply chain and logistics organizations help students to evaluate the company’s nature, culture, work environment and career advancement opportunities, writes University of San Diego MBA candidate Sweta Ashwarya.
As director of logistics at electrical wiring equipment manufacturer Leviton, Brian Morgan drives transportation efficiencies to meet complex customer requirements.
Online logistics education programs train students for supply chain jobs through webcasts and discussion forums, while short on-campus residencies help students network with peers and professors.
A sample of supply chain, logistics, and transportation degrees and certification programs offered partially or entirely online.
Educational resources – including online learning and accelerated MBA programs – abound for people working in or pursuing supply chain jobs, writes Editor Felecia Stratton.
As senior vice president, supply chain, at sustainable home goods company Bambeco, Sander Eth sows the supply chain with environmental principles.
Supply chain jobs require that professionals master five core competencies, including global business leadership and integrated value chain design, writes Paul Dittman of University of Tennessee - Knoxville.
The materials handling landscape is shifting to accommodate traditional brick-and-mortar and Internet retailers’ changing needs.
Visit with three supply chain professionals who were featured in the Reader Profile column in 2007-2009, and find out what they’re up to these days.
Logistics professionals seeking to become supply chain executives can gain insight from the perspectives of four logistics experts, who share their knowledge about the skills and experience needed to climb the logistics career ladder.
Education providers are introducing supply chain education programs to prepare students to be the logistics and transportation executives of the future, writes Juan D. Morales of Stanton Chase International.
As global supply chain coordinator at satellite communications technology provider VT iDirect, William Gregory tunes into signals from trading partners in Africa to ensure regulatory compliance.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects increases in both employment growth and replacement needs within transportation and logistics occupations. Educational programs assist in filling these job openings with a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, writes Dr. Jennifer S. Batchelor, Program Director, Transportation and Logistics Management, American Public University System.
Victor Hougan is set to soar in his new logistics position with aerospace supplier Primus International.
With an eye toward the looming logistics labor shortage, some companies are working studiously to attract millennials.
For Michael Smyers, associate director, logistics, at chemical and transportation fuel products manufacturer Amyris in Emeryville, Calif., the formula for a successful career relies on continuing education.
Education & Careers, Industry Associations
The annual Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) conference features supply chain best practices and logistics trends such as predictive analysis, partnerships, green initiatives, and career paths for logistics professionals.
E-commerce, Materials Handling
Savvy distribution and supply chain managers should be looking at sortation and its related disciplines as a means of addressing problems and achieving savings, writes Jay Moris of Invata Intralogistics.
Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
By managing supply chain interdependencies and adopting a full view of service and cost, supply chain executives can amplify their organizational scope and heighten their financial contribution to attain the C-designation they deserve, writes Terry Harris, Chicago Consulting.
Amy Polt, operations supervisor of the Houston warehouse for The Mosaic Company, pieces together the elements of a safe and efficient supply chain.
Sherry Askew, transportation manager at Revlon Consumer Products, the well-known maker of beauty and personal care items, negotiates freight rates that keep the company’s bottom line looking good.
Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) can be an efficient materials handling option for warehouses and distribution centers, but they are not right for every facility. Norm Saenz, senior vice president and principal, TranSystems Corporation, offers advice on deciding if AS/RS is right for your facility.
Dennis Omanoff, senior vice president, supply chain and procurement, at hard drive and storage solution manufacturer Seagate, backs up his company’s supply chain to prevent service disruptions.
Advancements in lift truck technology give distribution center and warehouse managers flexibility in using their forklift fleets.
Pharmaceutical manufacturer Catalent upgraded its Philadelphia packaging center’s high-bay warehouse with an automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) served by three aisle-changing stacker cranes developed by LTW Intralogistics.
Mary Foster, vice president, supply chain management at automotive parts supplier Inteva Products, is riding high as part of the new company’s executive team.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
The traits of an exceptional soldier are also the traits of exceptional logistics professionals.
With production already at capacity and limited room for expansion, visual technologies manufacturer Christie installed two Shuttle Vertical Lift Module (VLM) storage and retrieval systems from Kardex Remstar – recovering 70 percent floor space, doubling capacity, and cutting labor requirements in half.
As director of logistics and facilities at Indianapolis Fruit Company, Michael Gilbert enhanced the company’s refrigerated truck fleet with computers that provide navigation, tracking, and driver performance reporting.
Lean, Materials Handling, Warehousing
Applying lean principles to materials handling equipment purchases and configurations helps companies cut costs, writes Robert Arndt, Ryder Supply Chain Solutions.
John Snider, vice president of retail logistics at Do it Best Corp. in Fort Wayne, Indiana, manages the company’s warehousing, and inbound and outbound transportation. Teamwork and communication play a major role in his management strategy.
Universities offering logistics education must understand industry’s evolving supply chain management needs, and develop a curriculum that produces supply chain talent that supports those needs.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
Kazimir Kostrubala manages military resources as squadron operations officer and installation deployment officer with the 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron, 19th Airlift, at the Little Rock Air Force Base, Little Rock, Ark.
Leading supply chain and logistics professors provide insights about the state of supply chain education and employers' expectations for new hires.
Don Riley, executive vice president of supply chain and technology at Denver, Colo.-based building materials supplier ProBuild Holdings, faces recessionary challenges by building the right organizational model and relationships – from suppliers to customers – to support the company today and into the future.
Recently retired from a 40-year career with less-than-truckload carrier ABF, former president and CEO Wes Kemp shares his insights on the transportation industry, trucking regulation, and the importance of logistics and supply chain education.
John Hodge, director of supply chain at Prince Agri Products, creates organizational efficiencies, reduces costs, and optimizes material flow.
Online education allows logistics professionals flexible access to broadening their knowledge of supply chain topics, writes Dr. Oliver Hedgepath, American Public University.
Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
With companies intent on optimizing the supply chain, purchasing managers have emerged as key players in the business plan. To be successful, they need to communicate, collaborate, and venture into new territory.
Thanks to e-commerce, many distribution centers are now fulfilling a greater number of smaller orders – rendering conventional materials handling automation systems somewhat outdated. Is flexible automation the next frontier?
Jill Hesselroth, vice president, global supply chain at Nortech Systems, analyzes the company’s supply chain to identify opportunities for improvement and leads the implementation of those improvements.
Education & Careers, Industry Associations
Companies responsible for shipping or carrying dangerous goods need qualified hazardous materials professionals, writes Anne Barry, Council on Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles. The Blueprint for Success initiative strives to elevate recognition of the critical function performed by these experts.
Top-performing supply chains focus on attracting and retaining talent — both technical ability and leadership. Here’s how to find and nurture true supply chain competency.
Ryan Gellert, vice president, supply chain management, at mountain sports products company Black Diamond Equipment handles global demand planning, sales and operations planning, global procurement, logistics, and in-house customer service. He views helping launch a new division in Asia as a pinnacle of his career.
Katie Reuland, director of operations at bedding manufacturer Down Etc., rests easy knowing she has optimized the company’s container shipments.
Supply chain professionals get a lift as more companies grow to appreciate the strategic value of a well-run logistics operation.
Angela Duesterhaus, logistics and export compliance manager at PAS Technologies in North Kansas City, Mo., talks about her recent projects and describes how a disappointment in a previous job taught her a valuable lesson.
David Fisher, director of global logistics at Johns Manville in Denver, promotes collaboration through the organization's supply chain departments worldwide and designates preferred carriers to promote strong partner relationships.
Ron Harris, chief logistics officer at Young Living Essential Oils, talks about some of the people and experiences that helped to shape him as a logistics professional.
Jennifer Burkhardt, transportation manager of the specialty coffee business at Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, takes charge of all movements into and out of the company’s manufacturing and distribution sites.
Advanced logistics and supply chain education brings rewards such as greater job satisfaction, the potential for promotion, and a salary uptick.
David Ayers, lead business analyst, warehouse management, for tool manufacturer Lenox, rolls out SAP enterprise resource planning systems at sites worldwide.
Mobile-robotic systems are easy to design and install, with overall lower installation and operational costs than traditional warehouse automation systems, says Mick Mountz of Kiva Systems.
Peter Hartman of Retrotech offers strategies for optimizing product flow through warehouse automation to achieve better order fulfillment performance.
Materials Handling, Warehousing
Warehouse operations visibility means knowing the real-time location of your materials handling vehicles, drivers, and inventory so operations can be optimized for maximum productivity, says Phil Van Wormer of Sky-Trax.
Materials Handling, Logistics I.T.
RFID technologies allow computers, objects, and individuals to interact in new ways, supplying logistics providers and materials handlers with predictable and actionable data to enhance their service offerings and operations, explains Ravi Pappu of ThingMagic.
Cheryl Harrity, corporate director of supply chain for food product producer MGP Ingredients Inc., whets her appetite for improving sales and operations planning.
As vice president of supply chain at KPPS, Brian Hatfield oversees the network that brings the company's hair care products to salons across North America.
Pursuing continuing education — through an abundance of choices that includes classroom work, certification, or online courses — helps logistics professionals enhance their job performance and get ahead.
Saara Chung, customer logistics manager at Campbell Soup Company, helps customers improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and boost their businesses.
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Eric Cohen, vice president of logistics for Waxie Sanitary Supply, puts his military experience to work to help the company reduce costs, improve service and manage human resources.
Warehouse automation allows distribution centers to take a hands-off approach.
Materials Handling, Warehousing
Optimizing materials handling equipment and processes in the warehouse impacts the entire supply chain.
Joe Perillo, director of supply chain, logistics, and lean enterprise for PTR Baler and Compactor, leads through influence.
As yet another sign that the U.S. economy is emerging from the downturn, the logistics job market is picking up, with a steady increase in hiring since last year.
As vice president of supply chain at WireCo WorldGroup, Todd Stewart looks for cost reductions while improving service and delivery to customers.
Green Logistics, Materials Handling
For shipping and receiving, there are three types of pallet programs: single-use or one-way, extended-use or buy/sell, and leasing or rental. Hillary Femal of IFCO Systems describes the uses and benefits of each type.
Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management
Leo Espinoza of Korn/Ferry International discusses qualities companies look for in supply chain executives.
Distribution Manager Randall Plost boosted pick rates and forged carrier relationships to improve service at valve and pipe connector manufacturer Victaulic.
Materials Handling, Picking Solutions, Warehousing
Using colors, shapes, numbers, and mnemonics in warehouse signage can help reduce training and picking errors, while improving service.
Collaboration and communication help Inbound Logistics Manager Kevin Miles manage more than $100 million in transportation spend for grocery chain owner Ahold USA.
Blended continuing education programs combine online and classroom instruction to give students the best of both worlds, writes Dr. Carol Nappholz of the Intermodal Transportation Institute at the University of Denver.
Holding a local job fair is an innovative approach to helping displaced logistics professionals find new jobs.
A mentor's advice and attention can make a world of difference to professionals trying to rise to the top of the logistics field. Here's how three companies in the industry help their employees scale new heights.
Green Logistics, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Investing in automated storage and retrieval systems and WMS helps warehouses grow greener and reap financial benefits.
As director of logistics and operations at USA Cycling, Gregory Cross gives new meaning to the term "cycle counting."
Distribution, Materials Handling, Logistics I.T.
Global shoe retailer ALDO implements a high-stepping, end-to-end inventory and distribution system.
Investigate online learning, a convenient path to acquiring supply chain know-how.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
Can you really model best practices from the military? After all, they invented the acronym SNAFU. But companies are finding veterans' experience and skills help promote ship-shape supply chains.
Alison Dennis, director of sustainability at fast food company Burgerville, promotes sourcing from nearby suppliers.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
Ten years as an Army sustainment officer provided Major Jason Bullard a view of the military supply chain from just about every angle.
Military Logistics, Education & Careers
William Cossey Jr. moved military vehicles during the first Gulf War; civilian life finds him back in the supply chain hot seat.
The first step in making yourself a more valuable employee is boosting your supply chain management know-how. Continuing education programs can help, writes Dr. Michael Reilly of Ashford University.
Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Online haberdasher Bonobos relies on its third-party fulfillment partner, Quiet Logistics, which operates warehousing facilities with Kiva's robotics materials handling solution.
Education & Careers, Industry Associations
Florida's Talent Supply Chain association aims to boost Florida's economy by encouraging and expanding workforce development, training, and job retention across the state, writes Inbound Logistics Editor Felecia Stratton.
Evolving to meet changing industry needs, logistics and supply chain education helps students hone their skills, gain a broader perspective, and bring bottom-line benefits to employers.
As director of logistics at Regal Wine Company, Kathy Zepaltas consolidated her company's logistics operations and transitioned from an insufficient warehouse to an ultra-efficient 650,000-square-foot DC.
Materials Handling, Warehousing
Smart companies carefully select and intelligently apply automation not only to boost productivity, but also to turn the distribution center into a competitive weapon, writes Mick Mountz of Kiva Systems Inc.
Scott Kingsley, logistics manager at The Food Source International, believes good communication is key to strong relationships with service providers, suppliers, and customers.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
The optimal way to understand the intricacies of today's supply chain environment is to participate in an educationally focused transportation conference.
Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Technology
Innovations in material handling solutions are helping shippers cut costs and boost accuracy.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain
At the semi-yearly Connections and Jump Start SMC³ logistics education conference, industry stakeholders can learn from their peers about the latest advancements in logistics technology solutions, staying ahead of trends and preparing themselves for challenges ahead.
Education, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
We asked faculty at four academic supply chain management programs to describe elements of a curriculum to prepare students for the supply chain challenges found in businesses today.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
There are a multitude of resources available to help even the busiest logistics professionals hone their skillsets.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
No matter how skilled or credentialed, today’s supply chain managers have a lot to learn–and a lot of ways to do so. With the marketplace growing more complex, continuing education professionals are introducing new programs and revising old standbys.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Warehousing
Let’s dive into seven of the most common warehouse challenges and explore potential solutions to help make your warehouse operations more efficient.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics
Readers share the leadership insights that have had the biggest impact on them.
Careers, Food Logistics, Education & Careers, Supply Chain
Chris Ward, vice president of supply chain with Church’s Chicken, focuses on delivering the right products at the right cost.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Online supply chain education is flourishing, with options ranging from one-off courses to certification programs to master’s degrees. The best option for any individual depends on career goals.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking
American Trucking Associations opened the application window for its premier industry leadership initiative, LEAD ATA. The program is searching for diverse trucking industry leaders looking to grow their careers and meet other ambitious trucking professionals.
Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Inbound Logistics – in association with our partners at APICS – proudly announces its fifth annual $2,500 undergraduate scholarship.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Organizations looking to optimize supply chain and logistics functions should be on the lookout – there will be shifting demand for supply chain and logistics talent within the next decade. Here’s how to prepare.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology
Stay up to date on the latest products to hit the marketplace.
Careers, Education & Careers, Supply Chain
Readers take on the misconceptions that persist about the supply chain and what it takes to be efficient.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
What supply chain professionals can do to ensure that the skill set you've cultivated over the years is transferred to the next generation of practitioners.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Character is one of the central attributes of a great leader and one of the hardest leadership characteristics to develop.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation
3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain
Here are the latest materials handling technologies.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Supply chain managers can maximize their value by upgrading their competencies and business acumen.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
As next-gen supply chain professionals set their career goals, mentoring by seasoned professionals can help them up their game.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
To attract women who want to pursue graduate degrees in supply chain management, the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics announced a new scholarship in partnership with AWESOME (Achieving Women's Excellence in Supply Chain Operations, Management, and Education), an industry-wide organization for senior-level women in the supply chain field.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
The talent gap continues to be a concern in the supply chain/logistics sector. To help combat it, many universities and educational institutions are working to attract new students to the sector, and provide appropriate training. One such school is the University of Washington, College of Engineering-Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics master's program.
Education & Careers, Reverse Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain
SMC³ will discuss the implications of the rising reliance on reverse logistics during our upcoming educational conference, Connections 2018, held June 25-27 at the Greenbrier in West Virginia.
Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
A Patterson, California, high school has an answer to the commercial truck driver shortage: kick young students' interest into high gear.
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
Companies concerned with cost control, competitive differentiation, and innovation are more than ever seeking professionals who can drive substantive change.
Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
A statewide, coordinated workforce development effort in Indiana has built a robust talent pipeline. Here’s how the state engages and prepares the next generation of logistics workers.
Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
IL Editor Felecia Stratton was lucky to get an annual glimpse into the future of the logistics workforce—and can say with confidence that we’ll be just fine.
Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain
Profile on Joe Bobko, vice president of transportation with Boxed Wholesale, an online wholesale shopping club.
Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation
3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Warehousing
Spotlight on efficiency-boosting products for warehouses and distribution centers.
Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Technology
Various uses of robots in the supply chain and the benefits those systems provide.
Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain
In today’s complex marketplace, supply chain professionals need a varied set of skills and competencies to help their employers succeed — everything from a strategic orientation to a comfort with data and an awareness of social and environmental obligations.
Careers, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Supply Chain Management
New technologies, consumer demands, and the rise of the mobile workforce are shifting the business landscape quickly, and specialized workers in supply chain and logistics are more valuable than ever. Use these tips to plan and attract the industry’s future leaders.
Careers, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Supply Chain Management
New technologies, consumer demands, and the rise of the mobile workforce are shifting the business landscape quickly, and specialized workers in supply chain and logistics are more valuable than ever. Use these tips to plan and attract the industry’s future leaders.
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