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Three Yusen Logistics Case Studies
Find out how Yusen Logistics develops supply chain solutions that deliver competitive advantages and improved business performance for its customers in the automotive, retail and aerospace industries.
U.S.-To-China B2c E-Commerce: Improving Logistics to Grow Trade
Merchants should carefully design their logistics strategy to promote the greatest efficiency and profits while addressing customers’ expectations and needs, based on factors such as their product mix, target geography, demographic segment, product price points, returns strategy, and more.
Managing Operational Performance in Volatile Times
As part of APICS and PwC's continued efforts to help clients adapt and improve operations and achieve a competitive advantage, this paper examines the trends in supply chain operational performance over the past 15 years.
Intelligent Automation Entering the Business World
Automation using artificial intelligence might be the next game changer in terms of process efficiency in the financial industry.
Solving the Challenges of Changing Product Requirements with Flexible Manufacturing
In response to markets that constantly demand new and more products, many manufacturers are turning from hard automation and off-shoring to flexible automation.
50 Driver Safety Tips & Tricks When Onboarding New Drivers
This white paper imparts 50 tips and tricks that will assist fleet managers with enhancing driver safety during the onboarding process.
Alliance for Affordable Internet 2017 Affordability Report
In 2017, the world will mark a significant milestone: 50% global internet penetration, the 2017 Affordability Report is an in-depth annual research initiative produced by the Alliance for Affordable Internet (A4AI) whose goal is to provide a global coalition working to make broadband affordable for all.
Technological Disruption and Innovation in Last-Mile Delivery
Technology is driving a heightened level of innovation in product and service offerings in the last mile parcel delivery market, and is transforming the way delivery providers interact with their customers, this paper examines these technologies and business models.
Market Landscape: 2016-2017 B2B Integration Managed Services Providers
The state of B2B integration managed services market and competitive positioning of key vendors.
2017 Retail Vision Study
To gain a deeper understanding of retailers’ focus, concerns and investment plans, Zebra conducted a global research study across a wide spectrum of retail segments, including: specialty stores, department stores, apparel merchants, supermarkets, electronics, home improvement and drugstore chains.
State of Entrepreneurship 2017
As we explore in this report, the state of entrepreneurship is improving, startup activity is up, Main Street entrepreneurship has reached a near two-decade high, and growth entrepreneurship is growing, and while it is still unclear what entrepreneurial activity will look like in the future, the past year showed great improvements.
Next Generation of Planning & Scheduling Solutions
This white paper explores the ways manufacturing has changed, from the goals of manufacturers to the systems they rely on, discover how the software market is addressing the changing manufacturing sector.
Achieve Packaging Sustainability with Flexible Automation
As packagers research and review their options to achieve the goal of packaging sustainability they will find flexible automation to be a powerful and effective solution.
Improving Product Quality with Flexible Automation & Software
Improving the quality of products being produced can be a costly endeavor; however overlooking automation because of its cost will be more detrimental in the long run.
Transforming Procurement Into a Global Powerhouse
Tapping into the “Power of People,” McCormick takes procurement from regional to global in three years. The SCOR framework serves as a foundation for success by providing a shared vision between procurement and supply chain.
Brazilian Post Office Transforms Logistics and Gains a Competitive Edge
The SCOR framework provides a model of process excellence that allows the Brazilian Post Office to optimize its logistics operations, positioning it to successfully compete with smaller, more agile private logistics firms.
The Global Gender Gap Report 2016
Through the Global Gender Gap Report, the World Economic Forum quantifies the magnitude of gender disparities and tracks their progress over time, with a specific focus on the relative gaps between women and men across four key areas: health, education, economy and politics.
Parcel Management with Multi-Party Cloud Platforms
Today, several of the world’s largest and most well known parcel management organizations are relying on advanced multi-party cloud platforms to deliver the customer service, low rates, on-time deliveries, and flexible shipping options that today's consumers demand - all while lowering the overall cost to serve.
Balancing B2B Omni-Channel with Financial Success
This report takes a close look at one omni-channel dependent industry vertical: B2B CPG manufacturers to show how leading companies use price optimization and other strategies across all channels to improve sales effectiveness, boost financail results, and foster customer loyalty.
Industrial Robots with Image Processing in the Photovoltaic Industry
The use of robotics in the solar industry is becoming increasingly important as manufacturerers strive to lower their costs by creating solutions for the efficient production of solar cells and modules.