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Are You Ready for a Systems Transformation?

The need for a systems transformation seems to be arising more frequently lately.  How do you know if it is time to consider a systems transformation?  Let's start by defining a systems transformation. 
2024-02-16T22:02:00-08:00July 18, 2018|Categories: ERP & Related Technologies, ERP & Technology|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |
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Should I Move? Practical Insights in Whether to Move

Uncover vital considerations for strategic business relocation, including lease renewals, cost factors, and supply chain assessments.
2024-02-29T11:27:36-08:00June 14, 2018|Categories: Distribution & Warehousing, E-Commerce & Logistics, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , , |
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There is More to Chicago than Good Pizza. Logistics Anyone?

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. 
2024-02-16T22:11:56-08:00June 12, 2018|Categories: E-Commerce & Logistics, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics, Transportation & Goods Movement|Tags: , , , , , , |
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Imports & Exports: Which Companies Dominate? Related Impacts?

How significant is freight to your bottom line?  For example, when I was a VP of Operations for an absorbent healthcare products manufacturer (adult diapers, hospital underpads), freight was a BIG concern. 
2024-02-16T22:15:48-08:00May 25, 2018|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , |
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Technologies of Disruption and E-Commerce

Are you thinking about what seemingly unrelated topics like the Amazon Effect might mean for your business even if you don't supply consumers?  The impacts can be far-reaching and significant.
2024-01-31T16:34:37-08:00March 5, 2018|Categories: Distribution & Warehousing, E-Commerce & Logistics, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , , |
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The Amazon Effect is Driving Dramatic Disruption

In looking at the Amazon Effect as a metaphor, manufacturers and distributors must respond to elevated customer expectations, rapid delivery requests, 24/7 service, and much more.
2023-12-26T19:43:05-08:00February 16, 2018|Categories: Distribution & Warehousing, E-Commerce & Logistics, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , |
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What’s New & Hot in Transportation?

Who knew transportation could be so complex?  As much as goes into transportation, consumers are trained to think of it as "free" (think Amazon Prime) and quick.  That certainly provides two conflicting forces!
2024-01-31T21:04:10-08:00October 27, 2017|Categories: Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics, Transportation & Goods Movement|Tags: , , , , , , |
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Which Business Best Practices Do Top Notch Trusted Advisors See?

In my ProVisors ODAM (Ontario-hosted Distributors and Manufacturers group – don’t you love the play on words?) meeting this month, we discussed business best practices we’ve seen with our manufacturing and distribution clients.
2024-02-20T22:55:36-08:00October 5, 2017|Categories: Manufacturing, Process Improvement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |
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