A recent Gartner survey reveals that women comprise 41% of the supply chain workforce, with a record high of 26% holding C-level positions. Despite significant progress, women still face challenges in advancing from entry-level management. Overcoming traditional biases, offering flexible work arrangements, and providing career development support are crucial to empowering women in supply chain and achieving gender equality.
ALAN identified the paradox of surplus supplies and logistical chaos during fire rescue efforts in Los Angeles. By empowering distribution centers, conducting precise needs assessments, and supporting long-term reconstruction, ALAN aims to improve rescue efficiency and prevent resource waste. The article calls for public donations to support these initiatives and contribute to the rebuilding of the disaster-stricken area.
With the support of the German Customs Cooperation Fund, the World Customs Organization (WCO) held a tariff classification workshop in North Macedonia. Focusing on dairy products, dietary supplements, and high-tech equipment, the workshop aimed to enhance the tariff classification skills of North Macedonian customs officers. This initiative seeks to facilitate international trade and promote customs modernization within the country.
NCR successfully built a comprehensive landed cost analysis capability through a three-phase implementation strategy, achieving data integration, enhanced in-transit visibility, and cost optimization. This resulted in significant business improvements, including cost reduction, inventory optimization, exception management, and improved decision support. Register for the webinar to learn more about how NCR optimized its supply chain and reduced landed costs.
Shanghai Zhanting Information Technology Co., Ltd. empowers the cross-border e-commerce industry with its core product, the "Digital Chief" SaaS system. Leveraging powerful data processing capabilities, it helps over 80,000 merchants worldwide manage massive product portfolios and support substantial sales volumes. Its users include well-known enterprises such as Globalegrow and ZTE Corporation, making it a veritable big data application company.
AviusULD offers a comprehensive range of high-quality ULD products to meet the diverse needs of airlines. With a global service network and technical support, AviusULD is committed to innovation, employing advanced processes to introduce more durable, lightweight, and easy-to-maintain ULD products. This helps airlines optimize their total cost of ownership and achieve more efficient and safer flight operations.
C.H. Robinson's Navisphere platform empowers freight companies by providing end-to-end supply chain visibility, consistent business processes, and strategy-driven business intelligence. The platform helps shippers improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer service through features like a modern user interface, customized support, centralized network access, and ERP system integration. Ultimately, Navisphere drives the digital transformation of the global logistics industry.
Mobile tools enhance distribution center efficiency, but Wi-Fi connectivity issues are increasingly prominent. Private wireless networks offer superior signal coverage, reliability, and security, making them a better choice. Upgrading network infrastructure can significantly improve productivity, reduce operating costs, enhance employee experience, and support innovative applications. Download the white paper to learn how private wireless networks can facilitate digital transformation in distribution centers.
MM Complete Wellbeing Global offers mental health, fatigue risk, and crisis recovery solutions for the aviation industry. Their SAFE™ framework encompasses diagnostics, training, psychological support, and fatigue management tools. The program features structured implementation, digital integration, and compliance with global aviation standards. It aims to improve aviation safety and enhance employee wellbeing by addressing critical psychological and fatigue-related factors impacting performance.
The World Customs Organization (WCO) has released the 'Compendium of Best Practices in the Field of Transit Transport' to support members and international organizations in improving transit efficiency and harmonizing the implementation of international agreements. The compendium covers key areas such as risk management, information technology, cooperation and coordination, and capacity building. It provides valuable experience for global trade facilitation.
