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The Big Picture: Global Supply Chain Visibility & High Value Cargo

Posted by Nick Humphreys - Solutions Design Manager, International Supply Chain Division on 19-Sep-2017 12:00:00

Nick explores and implements international supply chain solutions for major European retail clients. With a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years, Nick's career has crossed all facets of the logistics and freight industry with award-winning results at the Supply Chain Innovation Awards. At Yusen Logistics, Nick works with you to drive recurring cost down, develop robust and efficient process standardisation and enhance strategy delivery for secure logistics. He works directly with Griffin - Yusen's in-house, customisable system – to deliver tailored visibility, giving customers greater control over their supply chain management.
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High value goods often require international movements, so it’s vital that your global supply chain is fully aligned and secure – from beginning to end. It’s not just the cost of goods in transit that heightens the risks you face; short lead times can also leave you sprinting for the finish line before the starting gun has even been fired. This, together with unanticipated increases in demand, could lead to missed product launches, stock shortage and disappointed customers which could even cause you to lose your market advantage.

Topics: 3PL, high value cargo, safe secure logistics tracking, Shipment Visibility, secure logistics, Global Supply Chain, Critical Path Management, International Supply Chain Management, Operational Efficiency

High Risk, High Stakes: Why a 3PL Partner is Best for High Value Cargo

Posted by Duncan Butler - General Manager on 26-Jul-2017 10:00:00

Duncan identifies the challenges to high value supply chains, working with you to find tailored solutions that consistently deliver added value. With twenty years' experience in the logistics industry, Duncan's career has spanned from high value retailers through to Yodel's operations for Tesco's leading e-commerce platform. At Yusen Logistics, Duncan works primarily with many of the world's biggest and most successful white goods manufacturers and wholesalers to improve their specialist handling needs. Offering advanced appliance warehousing and delivery, Duncan facilitates outsourced logistics that improve your market lead with streamlined and cost-effective solutions for supply chain management.

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 When it comes to high value goods, it’s often the complete purchasing experience that provides value to your customers and your brand. Whether they’re shopping for the latest high-tech device or coveting a designer handbag, they will pay a premium for quality and expect a service worthy of the price. Therefore, when the latest trends come around your customers will want to receive their purchases in perfect condition and as fast as possible.

Topics: 3PL, secure logistics, high value cargo, Warehousing and Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Reverse Logistics, Short Lead Times, Shipment Visibility

Reducing CO2: Tread Lighter for Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

Posted by Rodion Liashko - ESC Business Analyst on 07-Mar-2017 12:00:00

Working in the largest pharmaceutical distribution contract in Europe, Rodion is responsible for business development analysis and providing expertise in bespoke KPI reporting systems. As a contract lead for research and innovation, he is deeply involved in continuous improvement, sustainable development and emissions reduction initiatives within the supply chain. The ultimate aim of the project is to de-carbonise the transport part of contract logistics without compromising profitability and performance.

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Creating an energy-efficient supply chain is only possible if you understand its overall carbon footprint. Certainly, there are huge opportunities within the industrial supply chain for reductions in CO2 emissions – particularly on the ‘Final Mile’ - to meet stringent regulations and streamline costs. A 3PL or 4PL partner who is committed to researching and developing green innovation is best placed to find long-term solutions across the entire supply chain. Recent research into smart tracking and accurate reporting undertaken by Yusen clearly indicates that it is possible to improve the sustainability of supply chain solutions of any complexity.

Topics: CO2 Emissions, Supply Chain Solutions, Customer-centric Logistics, Supply Chain Innovation, Supply Chain Management, 3PL, 4PL, Cost-effective Logistics, Shipment Visibility, Cold Chain Logistics, Pharmaceutical Industry

Keep Customer-Centric Logistics in Sight for your Consumer Electronics

Posted by Benjamin Bird - General Manager of Business Solutions on 28-Feb-2017 12:00:00

Ben drives forward stronger LEAN improvement and continuous development as part of Yusen’s commitment to a Kaizen culture. With a decade of experience across the logistics industry, Ben works to develop cost-effective solutions by promoting global best practice through training, monitoring and reporting. Robust processes, warehouse flow, manpower planning and advanced forecasting are all streamlined as Ben helps Yusen to discover innovation ahead of the market. With the launch of a new productivity tool, Ben is a proud advocate of transparent and cost-effective solutions for supply chain management.

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Transparency is key if you’re looking for a 3PL partner that strives to hone their customer-centric logistics. From factory floor to end destination, our recent study found that having full sight of your supply chain will best serve your needs – and your customers’. Not only does a customer-centric ethos foster stronger relationships between you and your supplier, but it delivers cost-effective supply chain management and innovative solutions.

For the consumer electronics industry, in particular, trusting a 3PL partner to drive continuous improvement will help you tackle the pressures of short lead times in an increasingly competitive consumer landscape.

 

Topics: Consumer Electronics, Customer-centric Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution, Added Value, Pre-Installation, Supply Chain Management, Cost-effective Logistics, Control Tower Management, Shipment Visibility, Productivity

Feeling the Pressure? Manage Short Lead Times for Consumer Electronics

Posted by Eunice Friend - General Manager, Technology on 14-Feb-2017 12:00:00

Eunice works in partnership with consumer electronics and technology companies to find robust, secure, and adaptive supply chain solutions that get products on the market as quickly as possible. With over twenty years’ experience in logistics, Eunice has a breadth of expertise ranging from in-house operations management for food and retail to developing traditional and e-fulfilment 3PL services. She now finds bespoke supply chain solutions for the highly competitive electronics industry, delivering market-leading control, flexibility and cost-efficiency with added value and reverse logistics.

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Consumer tastes can change in the blink of an eye, often leaving the shelf life of your high value consumer electronics shorter than their production cycle. The latest mobile phone, tablet, or laptop is soon superseded by a new model, with value plummeting as consumers’ interest peaks elsewhere. In such a dynamic industry, long lead times for technology products are a particular pain point as your speed to market becomes a priority.

 

Topics: Consumer Electronics, Inventory Management, Warehousing and Distribution, Shipment Visibility, Control Tower Management, Added Value, Transloading, Crossdocking

Insight in Action: Improving Customer-Centric Cold Chain Logistics

Posted by Rodion Liashko - ESC Business Analyst on 31-Jan-2017 09:59:04

Working in the largest pharmaceutical distribution contract in Europe, Rodion is responsible for business development analysis and providing expertise in bespoke KPI reporting systems. As a contract lead for research and innovation, he is deeply involved in continuous improvement, sustainable development and emissions reduction initiatives within the supply chain. The ultimate aim of the project is to de-carbonise the transport part of contract logistics without compromising profitability and performance.

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Being able to continuously improve is becoming more and more crucial in a highly competitive supply chain management market. Arguably, nowhere does this trend become more evident than in the Pharmaceutical industry and particularly in cold chain logistics, where the standards of technical, legal and operational scopes are especially high as they directly affect human life.

Innovation has always been one of the core principles of Yusen Logistics and our research collaboration with Cardiff University in 2016 undoubtedly added value in some demanding areas of supply chain management for customer-centric logistics.

Topics: Temperature Controlled Supply Chain, Cold Chain Logistics, Control Tower Management, Forecasting, Pharmaceutical Industry, 3PL, 4PL, Shipment Visibility, Customer-centric Logistics

Get Up To Speed on the Top Priorities for Fast Cold Chain Logistics

Posted by James Colson - General Manager, Healthcare on 03-Jan-2017 12:00:00

James builds strong partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to help optimize high quality, temperature-controlled supply chains. With twenty years’ experience in international road freight, he delivers robust solutions for healthcare logistics: utilising Yusen’s dedicated Pan-European road transport network to deliver life-saving medicines.

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For the healthcare industry, the priority is always to get your high value, highly sensitive products delivered in the right condition. That means a temperature controlled supply chain is a must, with up-to-date technology in warehousing and transit to secure physical stability. However, as a business you also need to make sure that you’re meeting demand on time, every time.

Topics: Cold Chain Logistics, Pharmaceutical Industry, European Superhighway, GPS Tracking, Temperature Controlled Supply Chain, Integrated Supply Chain, Control Tower Management, Warehousing and Distribution, Inventory Management, Short Lead Times, GHPD, Shipment Visibility