2024-02-14 00:00
What is Supply Chain Transformation?
What are the key aspects involved?
How does it affect people?
Do you have any idea?
Watch the video below to hear from the expert, Maria Villablanca, and… Read More
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2024-01-24 00:00
Logistics KPIs, or Key Performance Indicators, continue to be a popular and significant topic.
In this video, we’ll talk about some of the common mistakes that people often make when d… Read More
2024-01-10 00:00
Need to reduce your road freight costs or improve transport/trucking service?
There are some things you should be looking for.
So, what are the common challenges that people are facing when… Read More
2023-12-27 00:00
It is important to conduct a health check for your warehouse.
This process will enable you to optimize capacity and processes, ensuring that your warehouse operates to its full extent effect… Read More
2023-12-06 00:00
Do you know that your supply chain can leak cash?
Yes, it does leak profit!
But where are these leaks and how big they are?
Thankfully, the leaks are usually easy to stop.
Let’s hear f… Read More
2023-12-05 00:00
Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits.
But what do… Read More
2023-11-29 00:00
I spoke about the trends we are seeing in Logistics in 2023, and I narrowed it down to the Big Six.
These relate to the areas of Logistics that we are being asked to help with the most.
As w… Read More
2023-11-21 00:00
Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation has shifted from almost nil… Read More
2023-11-15 00:00
There are numerous areas in the supply chain that can be benchmarked.
But what is Supply Chain Benchmarking?
Why should you do it, and how?
What types of benchmarking practices do companies… Read More
2023-11-07 00:00
Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited.
Of cours… Read More
2023-11-01 00:00
So, what is Supply Chain Coaching? Is it a thing?
What are the reasons for using a coach?
What can they help you with?
This week, we hear from Trent Morris, who regularly coaches businesses… Read More
2023-10-18 00:00
We all strive to save costs, not just our clients but also in our own businesses, especially in all the supply chain and logistics operations we undertake.
Did you know that you can reduce l… Read More
2023-10-10 00:00
If you’ve followed our blog over the years, you’ll know that we’ve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why it’s vital to get it right, how l… Read More
2023-10-04 00:00
Being aware of the industry’s trends provides a significant advantage to both you and your company.
Do you know what the current trends in logistics are?
It might not be exactly what y… Read More
2023-09-21 05:28
As we approach the remarkable milestone of 70,000 subscribers here on Supply Chain Secrets, I wanted to express my deep appreciation for your consistent and steadfast support.
As we embark o… Read More
2023-09-20 01:00
It’s not actually about the freight “rate”. Sometimes in trying to reduce freight costs, people focus on the wrong things.
Understanding freight rates requires you to also… Read More
2023-09-06 01:00
Logistics Outsourcing is not as easy as it used to be!
You may need to compromise on your demands and allow more time for the process.
Let’s hear about the current challenges in logist… Read More
2023-09-05 01:00
I’ll start this post off with a straightforward question.
Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise?
If you can answer with a “Yes”, I applau… Read More
2023-08-30 01:00
In selecting your Logistics Outsourcing partner, it is crucial to be careful and choose the right one.
So, what do you look for when selecting a Logistics Outsourcing Partner?
Here are some… Read More
2023-08-16 01:00
Many companies believed they needed a new warehouse.
But are you certain that you truly need one?
Often, you can enhance your current warehouse and avoid the hassle of relocating or construc… Read More
2023-08-08 01:00
Effective inventory management has become increasingly crucial for businesses in this fast-paced and rapidly evolving era of ecommerce.
Moreover, the ecommerce explosion has brou… Read More
2023-08-02 01:00
I see 3 common mistakes in establishing requirements for distribution centers and warehouses.
It’s about the design, and location selection.
You don’t have to make these mistakes… Read More
2023-07-19 01:00
There are things that make your distribution no longer efficient.
If you haven’t looked at your distribution in the last 5 years or so.
I urge you to review it!
Watch the video below t… Read More
2023-07-11 01:00
Effective supply chain management is often beset with challenges in today’s dynamic business landscape. As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that… Read More
2023-07-05 01:00
Having a focus is essential for an organization to avoid the negative consequences that can arise from a lack of it.
What are the key areas you should focus on in your supply chain?
How can… Read More
2023-06-21 01:00
I’ve seen these mistakes from organizations more recently than in the past.
I have been helping people for over 30 years, it’s concerning to see these errors occurring more frequ… Read More
2023-06-07 01:00
In the constantly evolving realm of the supply chain, paying close attention to its operations and management is essential for ensuring efficiency.
A small unnoticed mistake can potenti… Read More
2023-06-06 01:00
If your company operates a distribution fleet, you’ll know that the costs of running trucks for customer deliveries are continually increasing. But do you know how to operate your flee… Read More
2023-05-31 01:00
Have you ever wondered what the future of international logistics and ocean freight will be?
If you are someone who works in this field, it’s a must to stay informed of the new updates… Read More
2023-05-24 01:00
Gain insights into the latest trends in ocean freight from an international logistics perspective and discover how the industry is evolving in terms of global shipping operations.
We welcome… Read More
2023-05-17 01:00
Wow! We hit 200 Supply Chain Secrets videos!
Thank you so much for your support and interest!
And as a special thank you, we are offering a 50% discount for the first 200 people at our onlin… Read More
2023-05-09 01:00
Is your company one of the many that take a minimalist approach to freight management?
Yes… I did say minimalist, not lean.
When I say minimalist, I’m… Read More
2023-04-26 01:00
Why do I think that logistics outsourcing is like dating?
What characteristics do they have in common?
Find out in the video below!
Related articles on this topic have appeared th… Read More
2023-04-19 01:00
If you are relatively new to Logistics Outsourcing or maybe you don’t have a lot of experience in going through the Logistics Outsourcing process, there are some common mistakes to avo… Read More
2023-04-05 01:00
Trent Morris is back! This time discussing Performance Management.
Is supplier performance management all about KPI?
Let’s find out!
Related articles on this topic have appeared throu… Read More
2023-04-04 01:00
Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain.  &hell…Read More
2023-03-22 00:00
This is a really common question.
How many Suppliers should you include in your Logistics Outsourcing tender?
View the entire video to discover the answer!
Related articles on thi… Read More
2023-03-08 00:00
Supplier Relationship Management is so important and yet many organisations are not good at it.
What things do people get wrong with SRM?
Let‘s learn from Trent as he provides us with… Read More
2023-03-01 00:00
How do you determine the best 3PL for your outsourcing logistics needs?
What criteria should you consider when making this decision?
Watch the video to discover the standards for selecting… Read More
2023-02-22 00:00
Want to find out the greatest success factor in S&OP?
What do you need to have an effective one?
Watch the full video below as we discuss what makes the S&OP work.
Related ar… Read More
2023-02-08 00:00
Too many organisations don’t have an S&OP process when they need one.
And too many don’t get the benefits they should from S&OP.
Watch the video to know the most common… Read More
2023-02-07 00:00
Who would have thought that measuring the performance of supply chain processes like warehousing, procurement, or logistics could be so troublesome?
Well, we know a few supply ch… Read More
2023-01-31 04:38
A new year is underway, and what better way to begin our 2023 blog activity than with a summary of the freshest news from the supply chain and logistics theatre?
In this edition of our new… Read More
2023-01-25 00:00
What do you need to know about your supply chain?
What sort of things do you need to look at in terms of Systems and KPIs?
What are the key systems that businesses need to have?
Watch the vi… Read More
2023-01-10 00:00
Here at Logistics Bureau, project management is second nature, because projects are our day-to-day. And because we are supply chain specialists, well, supply chain projects are our bread and… Read More
2023-01-04 00:00
Starting a new job in Supply Chain? Or maybe joining a new company is a Supply Chain role? Maybe this will help you ‘get up to speed’?
Related articles on this topic h… Read More
2022-12-20 00:00
If you browse through the Logistics Bureau blog, you’ll find at least two or three articles—and about the same number of videos—that cover warehouse product slotting.
Howev… Read More
2022-12-07 00:00
Here are our 12 S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) must haves. What else would you add?
Read More
2022-11-30 00:00
Is Sales and Operations Planning post-COVID different to pre-COVID, and if so, why, and how?
Watch this: Read More
2022-11-16 00:00
How to identify and fix your profit leaks? Here’s a real-life example.
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out:
Cost to Serve – A S… Read More
2022-11-09 00:00
Thinking of a career in Supply Chain? Are you suited to it?
Watch this episode:
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out:
7 Key Supply C… Read More
2022-11-02 00:00
All Supply Chain leak profits. Some really badly!
And most organizations don’t know how bad those profit leaks are.
Join this short webinar to find out:
How to find your Sup… Read More
2022-10-26 00:00
If you run a fleet of delivery vehicles, you will know how hard it is to maximize the capacity and time utilization of the fleet. Here is the Number 1 factor that helps increase that vehicle… Read More
2022-10-25 00:00
It’s been three months already since we published our first regular roundup of supply chain and logistics news—doesn’t time fly?
Since we promised to update you regularly… Read More
2022-10-19 00:00
In the previous episode, we talk about the common mistakes in logistic outsourcing and provided a few customer tips. This time, we focus on the mistakes that 3PLs sometimes make.
… Read More
2022-10-12 00:00
Continuing our theme of Logistics Outsourcing. And in this episode, we talk about some common mistakes.
You can download the checklist here: https://www.logisticsbureau.com/logist… Read More
2022-10-11 00:00
Too much inventory in your distribution network? Inventory costs too high? Are profits too low? Stock-outs, availability issues, and SLOBs impacting service performance?
These are all pervas… Read More
2022-10-05 00:00
Getting this right is an essential foundation to any Logistics Outsourcing activity.
So make sure your RFP / RFT contains a great service specification, often called a Statement of Work (SOW… Read More
2022-09-28 01:00
Yes, slavery still exists in many parts of the World.
And those managing Supply Chains need to ensure they are not unknowingly supporting it!
Check out the great work of the International Ju… Read More
2022-09-21 01:00
Here are some tips and things to consider in routing your vehicle fleet.
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out:
12 Smart Ways to Reduce Your… Read More
2022-09-20 01:00
If you follow our blog, you’ll know that we often post articles about logistics outsourcing. We’ve outlined the pros and cons, discussed the steps in the outsourcing process, loo… Read More
2022-09-14 01:00
In this video, Rob shares what he thinks are some of the reasons that businesses are nervous about carrying out Cost to Serve checks on their Supply Chains.
Related articles on th… Read More
2022-09-07 01:00
You can access a recorded webinar about Distribution Network Costs on this link: https://www.logisticsbureau.com/distributioncosts-replay/
Related articles on this topic have appe… Read More
2022-08-31 01:00
Trent Morris has helped many of our clients over the last 2-3 years with their Ocean Freight challenges.
Here’s the overview of the discussion:
Brief Industry Update
Ocean Freight Tips… Read More
2022-08-24 01:00
We get lots of questions about Key Performance Indicators. Which Supply Chain KPIs? How many Supply Chain KPIs?
Here are 5 key tips for your KPIs.
Related articles on this topic have appe… Read More
2022-08-16 15:00
How to get in, get on, and secure your Supply Chain career?
Here are 4 things to consider.
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out:
Pursuing a… Read More
2022-08-10 01:00
Here are 5 Cost to Serve advantages from which your supply chain could benefit.
Complete YouTube playlist on the topic: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…
And more Cost-to-Serv… Read More
2022-08-03 01:00
Understanding freight or trucking rates is vital in your supply chain. Why? Because we still see many companies suffer the consequences of using the wrong freight rate.
So to help you weigh… Read More
2022-08-02 01:00
Has your company ever suffered problems with, implemented, or even considered implementing a sales and operations (S&OP) planning process? If so, a few minutes of online research will re… Read More
2022-07-27 01:00
What are the challenges you are experiencing right now within the Distribution Channel in your Supply Chain?
There are so many ‘traps’ that can fall into.
Watch this video:
Re… Read More
2022-07-26 01:00
As part of our ongoing commitment to keep our blog readers updated on what’s happening in the supply chain and logistics world, we’re launching a regular industry news roundup, w… Read More
2022-07-20 01:00
Logistics Outsourcing always takes longer than you think.
Then, how long does it take to go through the process?
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check… Read More
2022-07-19 01:00
As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve… Read More
2022-07-13 01:00
What are your performance metrics, and how do you know what good target should you achieve?
Here’s John Monck, our resident warehouse consultant, to shed his thoughts.
Relat… Read More
2022-07-06 01:00
What is it, and why do you need to do it? Here is John Monck, our resident warehouse expert, to tell us.
Register for Webinars and other events: Click here Read More
2022-06-28 01:00
Slotting is the shorthand term for the process of allocating product, (SKU’s), to locations in the Warehouse according to business rules and product characteristics.
It is normally res… Read More
2022-06-15 01:00
We give you a glimpse of the 22 things worth checking in your Supply Chain for this year, 2022.
Best in Class supply chains get these right! Read More
2022-06-08 01:00
What Supply Chain topics would you like to hear about?
If you are not registered for our Supply Chain & Logistics webinars already, you can do that right here.
Click this link: https:… Read More
2022-06-01 01:00
Why is it really important to understand the cost to serve on your supply chain business?
Here is a case study we would like to share for you to explore the concept of cost to serve in great… Read More
2022-05-25 01:00
These might seem obvious. But many (most) businesses don’t focus on this well enough.
Find out here:
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them… Read More
2022-05-18 01:00
Almost 55% of 3PL relationships fail within the first three to five years! Why is that?
Find out in this video:
There is no reason why contract logistics relationships should fail. It all… Read More
2022-05-11 01:00
Something a bit different this week. The Hybrid work model! What is it?
Let’s hear it from Professor Gary Martin, Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Institute of Management in W… Read More
2022-05-04 01:00
Understanding cost to serve is essential for anyone managing a Supply Chain.
And to do that, you have to learn about each other’s business ways and practices. So here’s a c… Read More
2022-04-27 01:00
Thank you for helping us achieve this milestone! And at these times, we always like to do a Charity Giveaway to celebrate.
Link to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/robobyrne/
You ca… Read More
2022-04-26 01:00
What are the essential skills you need to possess or develop if you want to become one of tomorrow’s supply chain leaders? Is it enough to have a business-related degree and a little s… Read More
2022-04-20 01:00
Here are some tips on Warehouse Diagnostics and some of the KPIs and techniques you might use.
And get to know about ABC analysis and Pareto analysis.
Related articles on this topic have… Read More
2022-04-13 01:00
Here is a simple case study on Distribution Networks that illustrates some key principles in Distribution Network Design.
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout o… Read More
2022-04-06 01:00
Yes, all Distribution Networks change over time.
Or at least they should do.
Here are some of the reasons that the requirements of your Distribution Network might change over the years. &hell…Read More
2022-04-05 01:00
Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depend… Read More
2022-03-30 00:00
I want a Supply Chain career, but what should I study?
Which country is best to study Supply Chain?
Which colleges have the best Supply Chain courses?
These are the most common questions we… Read More
2022-03-23 00:00
If you are new to buying road freight or to negotiating road freight rates, this will really help you.
Watch this:
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our webs… Read More
2022-03-16 00:00
Supply Chain Benchmarking is one of the best ways to identify cost and service improvement opportunities in your Supply Chain. That is why you need to do it.
Related articles on t… Read More
2022-03-09 00:00
In this episode, we would like to share the 5 Supply Chain Levers that offer some of the best improvement opportunities in terms of cost and service.
Related videos on this topic… Read More
2022-03-08 00:00
How is your knowledge of cost to serve and the process of CTS analysis? If you feel you would have to say “it’s pretty sketchy,” don’t worry. You’re not alone… Read More
2022-03-02 00:00
Effective inventory management can be a constant struggle for most organizations.
So here is a simple 4 step process to check your inventory health and improve it!
Related videos on this… Read More
2022-03-01 00:00
Infographic: Distribution Network Design – Signs that a Review is Due
Is your company’s distribution network design working against you? Would you even know if it was?
Distributi… Read More
2022-02-23 00:00
For the last 30 years or so, at Logistics Bureau, we’ve been helping companies reduce freight costs, and these are 7 of the most common areas to investigate.
Related articles on thi… Read More
2022-02-16 00:00
Many organizations still struggle with developing and managing their supply chains’ customer service. As a consequence, some customers are over serviced, and additional cost is incurre… Read More
2022-02-15 00:00
In the late summer of 2020, I was honoured with the opportunity to interview supply chain guru Deborah Dull, not just once, but three times. While all the interviews are available to view on… Read More
2022-02-09 00:00
If you are faced with a Logistics Outsourcing program and haven’t done it before, here are the 8 steps you should know to increase the chances of a successful logistics outsourcing all… Read More
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