Hot Supply Chain Topics for CSCMP 2014
September 18, 2014
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals(CSCMP) Annual Global Conference takes place in San Antonio, Texas, September 21 - 24 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Here are a few of the hot topics you will be hearing about during the event.
<ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Economic Uptick</strong> – What is the outlook for the remainder of 2014 and into 2015 and what impact will freight capacity issues have on the economic rebound underway?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Talent Shortfall</strong> – The supply chain industry is facing an impending talent shortage. How is your company preparing?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Omni-Channel</strong> – Retailers continue to move to the omni-channel business model. Where is the retail industry in the adoption cycle and how do 3PLs fit in?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Near-Shoring</strong> – Manufacturers continue to near-shore operations from the APAC and elsewhere. How is this driving investment and growth in Mexico?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Truck Driver Shortage</strong> – The final mile of delivery relies on safe, commercial truck drivers in the U.S. How big of an impact is the driver shortage and how is the industry responding to attract much-needed drivers?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Cloud, CRM and Mobile</strong> – Transformative technologies continue to impact the ways everyone does business. How are these technologies evolving at leading supply chain and logistics organizations?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Social Responsibility</strong> – Companies continue to take a broad look at their supply chains and their societal impacts. How are 3PLs helping customers achieve their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Outsourcing</strong> – Logistics outsourcing continues by manufacturers to reduce costs and boost service and speed-to-market. What is the current state of logistics outsourcing as the economy continues to improve?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Mergers and Acquisitions</strong> – How will further consolidation impact the logistics industry and what is the outlook for more M&A activity in the 3PL space?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Emerging Competitors</strong> - How will online retailers like Amazon and Alibaba impact the logistics industry and have they become 3PLs?</li></ul><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Risk Management</strong> – Mitigating risk in the supply chain remains a top concern for manufacturing executives. What steps are leading companies taking to help reduce risk and avert potential supply chain disruptions?</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" title="Penske Logistics - Innovative supply chain and logistics solutions for market-leading companies.">Penske Logistics</a> is a top global sponsor of the <a href="http://cscmp.org/annual-conferences/annual-global" title="CSCMP Global Conference">Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals</a> and its executives will be panelists at several major track sessions during the conference. <a href="http://blog.gopenske.com/logistics/penske-logistics-leaders-participating-in-cscmp-conference/" title="Penske Logistics at CSCMP 2014">View details here.</a></p><p><em>By Randy Ryerson</em></p></div>
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10 Hot Supply Chain Topics for CSCMP
October 11, 2013
- Economic Growth – There are signs of improvement in the economy across virtually all modes of transportation. How will political wrangling, consumer confidence and unrest in certain regions impact the outlook for shippers and logistics providers?
- Talent Wars – Logistics providers are in the midst of a war to attract, retain and develop their top talent to fuel future growth. What strategies will they undertake to address it?
- Near-shoring & Re-shoring – Manufacturers, and subsequently their logistics providers. are moving their operations closer to the U.S. Is it boom time for Mexico and elsewhere in Latin America? What does this mean for China's outlook?
- Big Data – From mobile devices and telematics to warehouse RFID tags. There is a ton of Big Data in today’s supply chains. How are shippers and their logistics providers working together to drive efficiency and make smarter decisions?
State of Manufacturer-3PL Relationships – Manufacturers and logistics providers have weathered some tough economic times in recent years. How have the relationships between shippers and their logistics providers changed and how are they evolving?
- Preferential Sourcing – The number of preferential trade agreements have risen sharply since the 1990s. What are the key drivers and what do they mean for shippers and logistics providers as it relates to global trade management?
- E-commerce & the Omni-Channel – Retailers continue to evolve their omni-channel strategies. How will logistics providers and retailers collaborate to reach the goals of retailers and meet customer expectations?
- Trucking Capacity & Rates – Trucking capacity remains tight. Carrier costs continue to climb for equipment, drivers and to meet tougher new regulations. Are rates poised to pop?
- Mergers & Acquisitions – Logistics providers are seeking growth. What is the outlook for consolidation in the supply chain?
- Sustainability – Logistics providers continue to help drive sustainability into their operations with truck aerodynamics, alternative fuels, route optimization, and facility improvements. But, are shippers willing to share in these costs to help drive a greener planet and reduce carbon footprint?
State of Manufacturer-3PL Relationships – Manufacturers and logistics providers have weathered some tough economic times in recent years. How have the relationships between shippers and their logistics providers changed and how are they evolving?To learn more about these hot supply chain topics don't miss these sessions during CSCMP’s Annual Global Conference in Denver. We'll see you there!
<p><em>By Randy Ryerson</em></p></div>
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CSCMP's State of Logistics Report Finds Intermodal, 3PL Logistics Play Increasing Role in Freight Movement
June 15, 2012
Increased transportation costs and tightened trucking capacity are generating more opportunities for third-party logistics companies and intermodal freight transportation.
<p>Joe Gallick, senior vice president of sales at Penske Logistics, said a challenging economy lends itself well to 3PLs as companies realize the need to leverage assets to be “agile and flexible and to consider different modes.” He added, “modal shift is something we see quite regularly.” </p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="377c5768673e34e9f649d64f90d3072a" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="ff6ce" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyNzEwMC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzNTU5MTg1NX0.4lxalxLQtra0atob2iLaI5w0Q_abT1KzJzNHC5kf62I/img.jpg?width=980"/>Gallick, along with other industry executives, spoke in a panel discussion at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/newsroom/2012_6_13_cscmp_logistics.html">following the release</a> of the 23rd Annual State of Logistics Report, introduced by the Council of <a href="http://www.cscmp.org/">Supply Chain Management Professionals</a> (<a href="http://www.cscmp.org/">CSCMP</a>) and presented by <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/">Penske Logistics</a> on June 13. </p><p>Rosalyn Wilson, senior business analyst at Delcan and the author of the report, said the third party provider and forwarding sector of the economy was up 9 percent and gaining strength at the end of 2011. </p><p>Wilson said U.S. business logistics costs rose 6.6 percent to $1.28 trillion in 2011. In addition, transportation and inventory carrying costs increased in 2011. Transportation costs increased 6.2 percent due to higher rates, while inventory carrying costs increased 7.6 percent due to higher costs for taxes, obsolescence, depreciation and insurance. </p><p>Capacity within the trucking industry has continued to tighten, due in part to increased regulations, such as Compliance, Safety and Accountability. New hours-of-service regulations that take effect in July 2013 will reduce the number of hours a driver can work, further tightening capacity. What’s more, many companies are having a hard time finding drivers.</p><p>“By the end of 2011 about 18 percent of carriers surveyed by TCP reported 6 to 10 percent unseated trucks,” Wilson said. </p><p>Wilson cautioned attendees that capacity will remain tight. "I urge everyone to begin making contingency plans for the day you cannot get a truck," Wilson said. "The railroads are standing by with a great offer and have the capacity to take up the slack." </p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSzJuXYVl20&feature=relmfu">Interview with Penske Logistics' Joe Gallick </a></p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYAjnvOX2yY">Interview with report author Rosalyn Wilson</a></p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdP2eI7HJZY&feature=channel&list=UL">Interview with moderator Rich Thompson</a></p><p>Trucking companies are already partnering with rail to avoid problems caused by the driver shortage and to avoid the cost of acquiring new equipment or put off replacing older equipment, the report said. </p><p>Freight volumes for trucking and rail increased in 2011. Trucking, which comprises 77 percent of the transportation component, posted a 6.2 percent rise, while the railroad sector saw a 15.3 percent increase. Intermodal volume throughout 2011 increased 5.4 percent to 11.9 million containers and trailers. </p><p>“It is becoming a more preferred method of moving goods,” Wilson said. </p><p>John Lanigan, executive vice president and chief marketing officer at BNSF Railway, said the company’s domestic intermodal growth is up double digits. </p><p>To help facilitate efficient intermodal movements, BNSF is purposely building its newest intermodal facility in Kansas City outside of town so there is room for companies to build distribution centers near it. “These thousand-acre industrial parks are selling out in four to five years of us opening up a new intermodal facility,” he said. </p><p>Technology is also changing how goods are moved. Greater data is available and warehouse and transportation management systems can analyze the information to streamline operations.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="138bcee3c2b869f7b2638c5b90371615" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="45503" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyNzEwMS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYwNTI2OTQ0MH0.E9WWG-oIbu7prSW2ADxwvPFu0Quzm2VhsVG37F-E0kY/img.jpg?width=980"/>Gallick (photo on right) said there has been more emphasis on optimizing the movement of goods, including improved layout and design of warehouses. “It is about optimization within the four walls,” he said. </p><p>Route optimization and efficient use of labor within the warehouse is also improving the movement of goods. </p><p>Rick Slather, vice president of customer supply chain for North America consumer products for Kimberly Clark, said information sharing is changing the way many companies operate. </p><p>“The new world is forcing us to collaborate because we have to show higher service levels with lower inventory,” Slather said. </p><p>Here is a sampling of early media coverage of the report: </p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Reuters: <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/13/logistics-costs-idUSL1E8HCASX20120613">U.S. business logistics costs rise in slow economic recovery</a></li> <li>Journal of Commerce: <a href="http://www.joc.com/supply-chain-management/losistics-costs-rose-66-percent-last-year">Logistics Costs Rose 6.6 Percent Last Year</a></li> <li>Supply Chain Management Review: <a href="http://www.scmr.com/article/state_of_logistics_report_points_to_sluggish_recovery/">State of Logistics Report Points to Sluggish Recovery</a></li> <li>Commercial Carrier Journal: <a href="http://www.ccjdigital.com/trucking-rates-up-5-15-in-2011-logistics-report-finds/">Trucking rates up 5-15% in 2011, logistics report finds</a> </li> <li>FleetOwner: <a href="http://fleetowner.com/blog/uncertain-state-logistics">An uncertain state of logistics</a><em></em></li></ul><p><em>By “Move Ahead” Staff</em></p></div>
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CSCMP State of Logistics Report, Presented by Penske, Unveiled on June 13 in Washington, D.C.
June 11, 2012
With the supply chain serving as an important forecasting tool to gauge the health of the U.S. economy, the 23rd Annual State of Logistics Report®, introduced by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and presented by Penske Logistics, will make its debut on June 13 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
<p>As report author Rosalyn Wilson, a transportation analyst with <a href="http://www.delcan.com/">Delcan Corporation</a> pointed out, the current business climate is a bit more bullish.</p><p>“The economy was incrementally better in 2011, but the freight industry continued to struggle with sluggish and uneven volumes,” Wilson explained. “Despite the fact that capacity was not yet a real problem, rates were up significantly in 2011.”</p><p>Here are the 2012 State of Logistics Report panelists:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Joe Gallick</strong>, senior vice president of sales, Penske Logistics</li> <li><strong>John Lanigan</strong>, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, BNSF Railway</li> <li><strong>Rick Jackson</strong>, executive vice president, Mast Global Logistics</li> <li><strong>Ronald Marotta</strong>, vice president, origin cargo management, Yusen Logistics (Americas)</li> <li><strong>Rick Sather, </strong>vice president, customer supply chain North America, Kimberly Clark</li> <li><strong>Richard Thompson (panel moderator),</strong> executive vice president, supply chain and logistics, Jones Lang LaSalle</li></ul><p>This is the third year that Penske has sponsored this report. To read more about each of the panelists, please <a href="http://cscmp.org/memberonly/sol-panel.asp">click here</a>.</p><p>“Part of our mission at CSCMP is to develop and disseminate research that helps our members understand how to do their jobs better,” stated Rick Blasgen, CSCMP president and CEO.</p><p>“Knowing how logistics and supply chain costs affect and are affected by the larger economy is a key part of this understanding,” he said. “We look forward to once again working with Penske’s thought leaders to present this year’s research and translate its findings into real-world terms.”</p><p>The State of Logistics Report® has tracked and measured all costs associated with moving goods through the U.S. supply chain since 1988.</p><p>https://twitter.com/#!/PenskeNews/status/195137303851708417</p><p align="right"><em>By Alen Beljin</em></p> </div>
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