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What is a knowledge supply chain? When the concept of supply chains comes to mind, one thinks of the ‘physical’ aspect- the raw materials, trucks, and warehouses. However, there’s more to supply chains than processing of raw materials and moving things from one place...

To meet consumer demands, e-commerce requires adaptable and flexible supply chains, no matter how short the lead time. Companies can support this fast-moving supply chain by leveraging a collaborative 3PL relationship. By collaborating with a knowledgeable third-party...

For the past few years, we have witnessed several technology predictions that have made headlines in the supply chain field and some examples include: “Robots may change the way we do business” “3D-Printing will change manufacturing” “Cloud technology: What’s in it...

Status of Women The logistic sector is still a male dominant sector even though there has been a rise of women in the business world. An estimated total of 125 million people work in the logistics industry but women only make up one to two percent of the workforce....

There are three things that are at stake when the process of recalling a product is mishandled and those are: Company’s reputation Market share Bottom line This, however, can always be avoided if there are proper guidelines and systems in place that are meant to...

There are several factors to look for when choosing the best vendor for your organization. As a freight shipper considering using a freight auditing and payment service, these are six selection criteria to deliberate on in order to penetrate beyond a company’s sales...

Women who are active role players in the transport and logistics field have come together and have launched a new truckers association called the Emerging Truckers Association of South Africa (TASA). The aim of the association - officially launched in Sandton,...

History took place in Uganda recently where the initial free trade agreement was signed between 26 African countries. Transport infrastructure which consists of road, rail, shipping and air cargo infrastructure, will form an integral part of this agreement. The...

Part of being successful in the supply chain industry is forecasting and planning ahead. Warehouse leaders should already be in tow and know what next year will bring in terms of technology, systems and other new innovations. This helps in preparations and planning...

In one of our articles, The State Of Today’s Competitive Supply Chain: Digital, Smaller and More Resilient, we addressed how supply chain in 2017 will see a lot of reaching points in terms of the Internet of Things (IoT). We mentioned that digital technology will...

For the first time in 2017 since the mid-2000’s, 3PL warehouses are in a position of both strength and demand. This factor enables 3PL operators the opportunity and advantage of building lasting relationships with important customers, suppliers and retailers they want...

More often than not, training is viewed to be something that benefits the employee instead of a factor that is an investment in the business. This also then explains why training and employee development are the first budget items to be let go during difficult...