Backorder: Meaning, Causes, and How to Limit Them – Inbound Logistics
August 2023 | Knowledge Center Backorder: Meaning, Causes, and How to Limit Them Tags: Inventory Management Understanding what backorders mean, their causes, and how to limit them is essential for businesses and logistics professionals. As supply chain disruptions become more common in today’s global economy, managing backorders effectively can make or break a company’s success.
Warning Issued Over Increase in Sea Robberies in Singapore Strait
332 Views Warning Issued Over Increase in Sea Robberies in Singapore Strait Robberies are increasing for ships in the Singapore Strait (file photo) Published Aug 10, 2023 5:18 PM by The Maritime Executive A new warning was issued after a rash of robberies aboard bulkers underway in the Singapore Strait. The monitoring and reporting organization
Enterprise Resource Planning: Definition, Benefits, and Challenges – Inbound Logistics
August 2023 | Knowledge Center Enterprise Resource Planning: Definition, Benefits, and Challenges Tags: Supply Chain Management Struggling with managing your business operations efficiently? You’re not alone – about 25% of organizations implement Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to increase their efficiency. This article will guide you through the myriad facets of ERP, its benefits, vulnerabilities, applications
Greek Ship Manager and Officers Sentenced for MARPOL and Safety Violations
378 Views Greek Ship Manager and Officers Sentenced for MARPOL and Safety Violations Product tanker arrived in Rhode Island after failing to disclose its inert gas system was not working (ProvPort file photo) Published Aug 9, 2023 4:31 PM by The Maritime Executive U.S. District Court in Rhode Island on Tuesday, August 8, completed the
Cold Storage Warehouse: Definition, How It Works, and Key Features – Inbound Logistics
August 2023 | Knowledge Center Cold Storage Warehouse: Definition, How It Works, and Key Features Tags: Warehousing As supply chains evolve to accommodate growing consumer demand and more diverse temperature sensitive products, the importance of specialized storage solutions has become increasingly apparent. One such solution, critical for numerous industries, is the cold storage warehouse. This
Importers Allege Fresh Del Monte’s Shipping Discriminated Against Customers
247 Views Importers Allege Fresh Del Monte’s Shipping Discriminated Against Customers Shippers blame a lack of chassis and preferential treatment for delaying their products causing the fruit to spoil (Port of Hueneme file photo) Published Aug 8, 2023 4:28 PM by The Maritime Executive A group of Ecuadorian export produce companies and their U.S. importers
Perishable Cargo: Meaning, Examples, and Regulations – Inbound Logistics
August 2023 | Knowledge Center Perishable Cargo: Meaning, Examples, and Regulations Tags: Transportation, Transportation Management Navigating the complexities of transporting perishable cargo can be daunting. Did you know that these goods encompass a vast range of products, from dairy, frozen food and other meat products to live plants and seafood? This article unravels the meaning
Retailers Raise Imports Outlook Saying August Will be Highest in a Year
1 Views Retailers Raise Imports Outlook Saying August Will be Highest in a Year NRF sees container volumes rising for its earlier forecasts for the remainder of 2023 (file photo) Published Aug 7, 2023 4:41 PM by The Maritime Executive After months of reporting falling container volumes, the National Retail Federation is reporting that its
What’s the Word? The Language of Logistics – Inbound Logistics
July 2023 | What’s the Word? The Language of Logistics What’s the Word? The Language of Logistics Tags: July 2023, Logistics, Supply Chain The Language of Logistics Logistics Visibility This refers to the capability of monitoring the progress and status of orders or movement of goods, products, and materials for a clearer view along a
Historic Great Lakes Ferry Cancels Remainder of 2023 Season
5811 Views Historic Great Lakes Ferry Cancels Remainder of 2023 Season Badger backed into the ramping system which is used to load and unload vehicles (Mysti Gruenke photo courtesy of LMC) Published Aug 4, 2023 5:37 PM by The Maritime Executive The SS Badger, a historic Great Lakes ferry and the last coal-fired commercial ferry