tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133949802026-02-26T09:35:26.031+01:00Who said supply chains are boring?Whenever I tell a friend, colleague or family member about my job as soon as the words "supply chain" are muttered I immediately see glassy eyes followed by a yawn or two. Little do they realize that every time they discard or recycle a carton of milk they are completing the end of the supply chain cycle. Without supply chains consumers would be stuck using products that they had to make or grow with their own two hands. Still not excited, well visit often and eventually you will be.Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.comBlogger235125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-19414504412515321482020-11-08T07:47:00.000+01:002020-11-08T07:47:14.045+01:00The Future of Artificial Intelligence and Warehouse LogisticsArtificial Intelligence (AI) is the science of programming machines to be aware of their real or virtual environments and to be deliberate and react to situations the way that a person would. AI helps distributors expand their business by increasing revenues, logistics, and customer service. With machines and humanity Paul Hildebrandthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09444524780344902793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-22952757496158718632020-07-01T06:13:00.000+02:002020-07-01T06:13:20.462+02:00Managing the Coronavirus Risk to the Supply Chain
Managing the Coronavirus Risk to the Supply Chain
A year ago, who could have predicted that every business would be affected by a novel coronavirus (COVID-19)? Unfortunately, we’ve all learned the truth of the matter. In the months since the disease was first classified as a pandemic, no industry in the country has been spared.
Troubles in Supply Chains
Consumers across the country have Paul Hildebrandthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09444524780344902793noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-26889852303231044732017-06-02T12:21:00.002+02:002017-06-02T12:21:34.467+02:00Reducing Food Waste Across The Supply Chain
Image Credit: Go Supply Chain.
One of the big issues when it comes to the transport of food is waste. Around a third of all food produced for consumption by humans is wasted and in 2012 costs regarding food waste in the EU alone were estimated at 143 billion euros.
There's obviously a huge business case for reducing food waste, but with one in nine people in the world suffering from chronic Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-11000622787450577752017-02-24T18:36:00.002+01:002017-02-24T18:36:51.826+01:00Which is the right weighing scale is right to weigh pallets?
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Guest blogger Rachel Stires
The warehouse of today is a far cry from its humble beginnings. What started as a way to prevent famine has now turned into a powerhouse that effects the entire supply chain.
The warehouse has evolved drastically during its history, but one change that has been vital to its growth is the automation of various processes. When I say automation, I mean the Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-68274111566358842672016-03-16T10:39:00.000+01:002016-03-16T10:39:00.441+01:00How Consumers Are Transforming Supply Chain
For an
industry that is transformed by the everyday behaviour of consumers, supply
chain should not only respond to socio-economic growth, but help to facilitate
it. In this digital age, supply chain systems are of much greater importance to
the consumer.
A movement
towards online shopping, coupled with improved social connectivity and technology
has led to a culture of instant demand and Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-84034879546311193882016-03-08T09:46:00.002+01:002016-03-08T09:46:42.381+01:00Top 5 Skills To Look For When Hiring A Truck Driver
By: Morgan Mandriota, TeamOne Logistics
Employee turnover rates in the trucking industry are high due to the job’s long hours, stressful conditions, and lack of properly executed driver staffing . As an employer looking to hire new drivers, there are certain skills you should require that will both help your company thrive and ensure that you have a team of workers on Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-9932204055606524962016-01-21T15:48:00.000+01:002016-01-21T15:48:16.896+01:00Q&A with Director of the Disaster Recovery Institute International
With all of the recent supply chain disasters being reported in the press I thought it would be interesting to ask Chloe Demrovsky, the executive director of the Disaster Recovery Institute International about the state of the global supply chain.
1. We often hear about supply chain disasters, whether it’s in food or
paints in toys. Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-14969608038253487222016-01-13T14:34:00.000+01:002016-01-13T14:34:08.777+01:00A Day in The Life of a Packaging Box – From Warehouse to Recycle Facility
Last year I began accepting external authors for my blog, which is humbling to say the least. Here is another submission from the folks at Intella forklift parts. It's a humorous and clever look at logistics.
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Forklift jack from Intella.
Good Morning! My day began earlyChristopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-70149207194766679722015-12-21T09:37:00.001+01:002015-12-21T09:37:36.081+01:00Thank a Truck Driver (infographic)Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-17652423522492241382015-11-23T09:26:00.002+01:002015-11-23T09:26:53.054+01:0024-Hour Snapshot of Europe's Logistic Industry
This infographic is a snapshot as to what exactly a
logistic company can be dealing with every 24 hours without fail. It contains
some simply astonishing facts that happen in a day while also showing just how
important the industry is to Europe's economy.
Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-88241226673547740452015-11-16T10:31:00.001+01:002015-11-16T10:31:46.700+01:00Will Drones Be the Future of Logistics?
No longer just a weapon, drones might be flying to your warehouse sooner than you think. The technology behind these miniature-unmanned aircrafts is improving every day. Simultaneously, the cost to own a drone is the lowest it’s ever been. Many in the warehousing industry have toyed with the idea that drones could be the new face of warehouse management and delivery logistics. While this is Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-91534206179142402982015-07-27T13:35:00.001+02:002015-07-27T13:35:50.598+02:00Will less health and safety regulation mean a more economic or a more dangerous British supply chain?
I was at the SEMA seminar this June (which is pretty much like Glastonbury for anybody in the construction, manufacturing, or warehousing industry) and there were a few things I noticed. Aside from all the in depth stuff about changes in health and safety codes, there was an emphasis on SEMA strengthening their relationship with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). SEMA want to turn their Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-39578328416569489492015-05-27T14:49:00.002+02:002015-05-27T14:51:27.854+02:00The Future of European LogisticsI thought this was pretty clever from the folks at SnapParcel.
Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-46488214027377820432015-05-13T16:18:00.003+02:002015-05-13T16:18:35.980+02:00For Niche Business Fields, Consider a Supply Chain Consultant with Industry Experience
Jamie Saltos, Kapco Global
Whether you
are a local business or a global enterprise, if you spend time moving a
product from point A to point B, figuring out the best way to manage
your supply chain is critical. And while it may not be the most
glamorous part of your business, the thoughtful orchestration of
purchasing, inventory management, product delivery and logistics can
mean the Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-31263905983147376632015-04-27T10:24:00.000+02:002015-05-05T10:15:55.013+02:00The End of The Made in China Era
Credit: Pepperdine University OnlineChristopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-62748341243016550982015-04-21T18:22:00.002+02:002015-04-22T10:28:41.744+02:00The Most Common Warehouse Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
My first job in high school was at the Sunbeam bread company. Every Sunday I would head over to the warehouse at 5AM and sort the various orders for the delivery drivers.
In addition to the smell of bread and yeast it was a grueling job. Lifting the trays with 12 loaves and sliding them in the racks completely manually wasn't easy and injuries were pretty regular. So when I was approached by Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-43578347725888026962015-03-19T17:14:00.001+01:002015-03-19T17:14:32.399+01:00World Water Day
Since its shipped around the world in bottles every day, lets take a look at some water facts.
View Interactive Version (via Able Skills ).
Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-85503331131469116392015-02-17T15:56:00.001+01:002015-02-17T16:35:47.612+01:00arviem's CEO Talks About Becoming the "Google of Trade"
I first met Stefan Reidy, CEO and founder, of arviem several years ago when he was in NY City to speak with Forbes magazine for an article on his ideas for tracking freight containers using a variety of wireless technologies.
During the interview Reidy was incredibly enthusiastic about what this could mean for the future of supply chains. In fact, he liked the idea so much that he started up Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-11673481286449534712014-10-02T18:08:00.000+02:002014-10-02T18:08:00.112+02:00Which Warehouse Locations Are Lean and Lucrative?
Of all the
fearful factors that business owners and logistics managers have to deal
with, one of the things they dread the most is idle inventory.
As if supply chains aren’t boring enough as it is (or so people
think!), the term idle inventory just exudes negativity. No company,
whether mom and pop sized or international corporation sized, is ever
content with anything business-related Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-79727583270993139852014-09-25T11:48:00.002+02:002014-09-25T12:04:14.836+02:00How to Ship a 10 Meter High SunflowerYesterday, Airlight Energy,
a Swiss-based supplier of solar power technology announced a collaboration with IBM
Research to bring affordable solar technology to the market by 2017.
The system can concentrate the sun’s radiation 2,000 times and convert
80 percent of it into useful energy to generate 12 kilowatts of
electrical power and 20 kilowatts of heat on a sunny day—enough to
powerChristopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-24360949346944049882014-07-01T23:07:00.002+02:002014-07-01T23:07:44.573+02:00Underwriters Laboratories Offers Preventative Intelligence for Supply Chain Sustainability
Sara Greenstein is the president of supply chain and sustainability at Underwriters Laboratories - yes, the same company responsible for the UL logo on millions of goods.
To my surprise UL offer a number of informative supply chain intelligence products which give every player in the supply chain the tools to be compliant and sustainable. Who knew.
I asked Sara a few questions to Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-79442737591152319282014-02-06T14:35:00.000+01:002014-02-11T16:33:26.718+01:00Supply Chain for the 2014 Olympiad
From a
logistical standpoint, the Winter Olympics is one of the largest freight
and shipping nightmares to happen on a global scale. There will be
packages, parcels, and pallets of goods shipped from other countries to
one central location -- en masse -- for the athletes, spectators, media
representatives, and workers. These goods will be shipped by sea, air,
rail, and land as all Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-33242936802272383412014-01-05T14:08:00.001+01:002014-01-07T08:28:18.675+01:00The Supply Chain of My UnderwearIt's been a while since I've been inspired this much about a pair of underwear. I recently purchased a pair of Icebreaker GT Spring Boxer Briefs. It's ski season here in Europe and I wanted a little extra warmth and you can't go wrong with merino wool. It's a perfect, natural material for insulating the body and keeping it dry.
But besides the product itself, the New Zealand-based Icebreaker Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13394980.post-33684131306851091672013-12-20T16:31:00.000+01:002014-01-20T17:03:41.570+01:00Plausible Claus: Santa's Possible Distribution Network
Skeptics
argue that Santa Claus's worldwide Christmas Eve delivery isn't
possible, citing some arcane laws of physics that would need to be bent
or bypassed altogether. Most of these arguments, however, don't take
into account the complexity of Santa's possible distribution network
that would make his annual globetrotting trek more plausible.
What
follows is an outline of how Santa's Christopher Sciaccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00780044156231457785noreply@blogger.com2