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10 things eft’s been reading this week

We at eft are constantly keeping pace with the very latest developments in the supply chain industry. You can find a round-up of everything we’ve been looking at in a given week that’s particularly jumped off the page at us. Enjoy!

The Week of April 19th: 10 things eft's been reading

Apr 19, 2018

The retail war went global this week, so in honour, I’ve gone full...

Arming Warehouses With Robotics And Automation

Apr 12, 2018

In 2015, the value of Canadian robotics reached $201 million in...

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The Week of April 19th: 10 things eft's been reading

editor, (Apr 19, 2018)

The retail war went global this week, so in honour, I’ve gone full classic war movie titles.

Arming Warehouses With Robotics And Automation

Kelli Saunders, (Apr 12, 2018)

In 2015, the value of Canadian robotics reached $201 million in orders, with an annual growth rate of 32% between 2010 and 2015. With consumer demands for speed and efficiency increasing, the supply chain and logistics industry is seeking accelerated processes from robotics.

The Week of April 9th: 10 things eft's been reading

editor, (Apr 12, 2018)

There’s more to electric trucks than Tesla. Amazon causes a lot of problems, but maybe not the Post Office’s.

The Week of March 26th: 10 things eft's been reading

editor, (Mar 29, 2018)

Surprisingly, Walmart came up a lot this week! To be fair, still the world’s biggest retailer – and by some ways.

The Week of March 19th: 10 things eft's been reading

editor, (Mar 22, 2018)

Amazon and ways retailers are fighting amazon

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Opinion

Making the Last Mile Work

Brian Surber, (Jul 27, 2017)

In an environment where e-commerce continues to enjoy double digit growth, retailers require fresh solutions from their logistics partners tailored to their ever changing distribution channels. Whether you're supporting a hub and spoke system or a network of brick and mortar retail sites; your ability to adjust and adapt is critical. Quite often "speed to market" is your most important different

Autonomous Vehicles And The Transport Sector

editor, (Jun 7, 2017)

My guest is Charles Edwards a management consultant at supply chain consultancy firm GRA.

The Week of May 22nd: 10 things eft's been reading

editor, (May 25, 2017)

Uber freight was front and center on our radar this week. They’re going to be on-hand at the 3PL Summit in Chicago in a couple weeks time (June 14-16) along-side Otto. Just saying, might be worth checking it out.

Reducing Costs in Shipping with a Focus on Inbound Logistics Strategy

Adam Robinson, (Apr 20, 2017)

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. Unfortunately, this disconnect could be costing tens of thousands of dollars and eating away at your bottom line. In addition, managing vendors and inbound logistics can feel like a lot of work for little gain, yet the possible savings by implementing an inbound logistics program can add up through th

Autonomous Cars Driving Change in Automotive Manufacturing & Supply Chains

Kelli Saunders, (Nov 23, 2016)

The long road to commercially available autonomous cars is almost at an end. A number of things will be changing when that happens. Chief among the changes is the way automotive manufacturers invest and sell their products.

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Supply Chain

Postal Hub Podcast- Electric Trucking

Ian Kerr, (Dec 4, 2017)

DHL Supply Chain, part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has announced that it has placed an order for ten Tesla Electric Class 8 Semi Trucks.

Transitioning to a low carbon future, while boosting profits

Creston Flor, (Oct 31, 2017)

Last week I had the pleasure of speaking at the 8th Annual Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum about innovative sustainable logistics solutions and added customer value.

PODCAST: NZ Post's Experiment With On-Demand Delivery; Australia Post Launches Shipster

editor, (Oct 20, 2017)

Michael Stewart, General Manager Customer Experience and Innovation at New Zealand Post, joins me to talk about NZ Post's adventures in on-demand delivery.

Location Decision Drivers: Trends Shaping New Location Selection in Europe

editor, (Oct 5, 2017)

The European logistics market is changing rapidly: e-commerce is accelerating; supply chains are being restructured and economies are expanding. To understand how these changes are likely to affect the real estate market, Prologis Research and eyefortransport (eft) polled logistics operators across Europe to ask what criteria are driving location selection now and for the future.

Chatbots An Unexpected Interest For Supply Chain Professionals

editor, (Sep 1, 2017)

In supply chain management, globalization, geopolitical forces and increased demand for greater transparency have organizations looking at cutting-edge technology to boost performance and cut risk.

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Logistics

Amazon Has Changed The Rules: Transform Now or Get Left Behind

Bringg, (Oct 31, 2017)

The delivery landscape is changing so fast that it’s hard to keep up, but it’s clear that those who do not adapt will get left behind. What strategic logistical changes do retailers, consumer goods companies and logistics providers need to make in order to remain viable?

Will August numbers eclipse July?

John Wagner Jr, (Aug 25, 2017)

As we approach mid-August, children are getting ready to return to school and we await the total solar eclipse on the 21st in Kansas City. Business is showing a continuance of our positive trends as we are awarded significant new business.

More Economic Questions than Answers

John Wagner Jr, (May 18, 2017)

The economy continues to perform well although there are weak spots. Consumer confidence remains high giving hope for what’s to come.

Postal Hub Podcast- Inside the Returns and Reverse Logistics Business

Ian Kerr, (May 3, 2017)

Returns and reverse logistics, with Tony Sciarrotta from the Reverse Logistics Association

Reducing Costs in Shipping with a Focus on Inbound Logistics Strategy

Adam Robinson, (Apr 20, 2017)

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. Unfortunately, this disconnect could be costing tens of thousands of dollars and eating away at your bottom line. In addition, managing vendors and inbound logistics can feel like a lot of work for little gain, yet the possible savings by implementing an inbound logistics program can add up through th

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Watch this week

Blockchain; it was by far the 2017 buzzword of logistics. There’s very good reason for that, though: Not only does it have the potential to change the industry, it is starting to do-so.

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