Chicago logistics is all about connectivity. Connecting the east with the west, Chicago is a natural hub. 5 international airports, 7 Class I railroads carrying 50% of the nation's freight (think of the enormity of that figure!), 3rd largest intermodal port in the world, 3rd largest interstate highway system in America, and more.
Where would you prefer to locate your operation? Most likely as close to customers and your supply base as possible. In this case, it means rates are going through the roof - if you can even get them.
In supply chain circles, there are lots of exciting concepts to discuss and debate such as lean, master scheduling, theory of constraints and many more; however, we have found that our most successful clients start with the customer!
Think carefully about your real objective. Are you truly interested in cost cuts? For my part, I have yet to hear of a company vision, mission, or strategy that’s related to cutting costs.
Factories across the globe are showing signs of strain in keeping up with demand. China, Germany, France, Canada, the UK and the US all show that capacity might not be keeping up with supply.
As we head into a New Year, it makes sense to take stock and think about your supply chain shortlist. To get you started, we've developed a list of SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) related questions to ponder: Do you consider your supply chain from the holistic point-of-view? From [...]
Effective supply chain strategic planning secures a competitive edge, ensuring efficiency, adaptability, and market leadership.
Deciding between time or money is an intricate balance. Getting it right guides strategic decisions aligning with business goals.
SIOP guides strategic forecasting to determine the optimal horizon for planning and future-proofing your supply chain operations.
Amazon acquiring Whole Foods reflects strategic foresight into retail evolution, blending online prowess with physical store advantages
