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Reverse Logistics: Driving Improved Returns Directly to the Bottom Line

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As competitive and economic pressures continue to have a significant impact on the service segment, more and more companies have begun to view the reverse logistics service chain as a process that may be used to manage costs and drive additional revenues through the management and tracking of the return, repair, refurbishment and remarketing of assets. In addition, many firms are also taking a greater interest in the disposition of spent assets and the ways in which costs can be further contained and additional revenues can be driven out of existing reverse logistics operations. The survey findings are based on responses from 164 respondents collected during the month of January 2010.

Siemens Hires Cordys For Logistics Improvements

The Dutch company Cordys has been chosen by Siemens Healthcare to manage and improve key logistics processes in 125 countries, including the USA and China.
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TMS tools expand logistics procurement functionality

The functionality available in transportation management systems (TMS) is broadening in a host of different directions—so much so, it can be difficult to really keep track of what is available today. But a recent AMR Research report points out that, "Enterprise TMS capabilities can be broken up into two major products sets: modeling and optimization programs that help with strategic planning and transportation procurement, and TMS execution, including tactical planning (optimization of route and carrier selection), shipment execution, and settlement processes."

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Selling the Supply Chain Upwards

… in tough times, the supply chain occupies a much more prominent importance in the enterprise than in periods of more prosperity. And these times are certainly tough. So, all things considered, this is an opportunity to drive ‘logistics awareness.’

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Evolution of the Global Supply Chain

Congestion at established hubs, volatile energy costs, the need for sustainability, and cost-cutting initiatives are among the trends affecting where companies are locating their warehouse and distribution operations.

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Dos and Don'ts of Third-Party Logistics

Although a 3PL can manage your logistics tasks, you still have to manage the 3PL.

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3PLs put accent on IT services

For users of 3PL services, the type and availability of IT services offered by the provider is becoming a bigger factor in the evaluation and selection process.

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DASH7 Alliance - Active RFID Markets

A unique alliance is forming in the active RFID market. Centered on the ISO 18000-7 standard, the DASH7 Alliance is a cross-industry initiative to expand the use of active technology in the government and commercial markets. The coalition’s focus is on promoting greater interoperability and reliability, as well as enabling greater innovation around a common standard.

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Operations Strategy, Supply Chains, and Service Tactics Are Blended in New Book

"The best practices highlighted in our book are drawn from many companies," notes Verma, "but time and again we return to the three featured corporations, because their operations strategy, service, and logistics are so effective.

In terms of using the book, I should note that we have included considerable supplemental material to make it as useful as possible to both instructors and students."

Boyer adds: "The book examines the three exemplary organizations because they are world class and somewhat different than the organization typically featured in books on operations and supply chain management. We wrote the book with a fresh sheet of paper-and the web. In contrast to many current books in later editions, the web is employed as an integral component of the overall learning package rather than as an add-on that developed after the book."

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CargoWise edi Releases MAF eBACCa Messaging Module

CargoWise edi, a leading provider of integrated international supply chain logistics management systems, announced that it has released its new electronic Biosecurity Authority / Clearance Certificate (BACC) messaging module for its flagship software suite, ediEnterprise.

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Company Profile for TradeBeam, Inc

TradeBeam, Inc. is a global Trade Management software and services company, which provides comprehensive, integrated solutions delivered via the on-demand SaaS model, such as import and export compliance, inventory management, shipment tracking, supply chain event management, and global trade finance solutions.

Drawing on a diverse, highly experienced team with intimate knowledge of supply chain processes in multiple industries, including high-tech, electronics, retail, manufacturing, distribution and third-party logistics, TradeBeam has tailored its solutions with pre-configured industry templates along with features, functionality, and best practices embedded in the workflows that each industry demands.

Company: TradeBeam, Inc.

Two Waters Park Dr., #100, San Mateo, CA 94403

Telephone: 650-653-4800

Website: http://www.tradebeam.com

 

Survey: Firms increase focus on logistics to meet cost savings targets

And somewhat surprisingly, fewer companies said they planned to use more traditional cost-reduction methods such as offshoring, strategic sourcing and price ...

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Supply Chain Logistics Management

Supply Chain Logistics Management: Donald Bowersox, David Closs, M. Bixby Cooper: Books ISBN: 0073377872 ISBN-13: 9780073377872

Supply Chain 2009 - Predictions Amid Uncertainty

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supply chain, predictions, cost, service levels, logistics, economies, firms, flexibility, cash, initiatives, supply chain gurus, feedback, carriers, prices.

Summary:

I think I am justifiably proud of the supply chain and logistics community we have built and continue to expand here at Supply Chain Digest.

So, I am glad this year that I could count again on a great group of supply chain experts to offer their predictions on what the supply chain will hold in 2009.

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