A quick online query into the latest supply chain news will no doubt pull up numerous links with logistics in the title. While issues related to supply chain management often involve logistics and vice versa, the two industries are, indeed, separate. Let’s take a look at some of the key differences, and why the distinction…
Technology is making it possible for more companies, even smaller ones, to compete globally. The benefits of global supply chain systems, such as increased market share and lower manufacturing costs, are obvious. But, these benefits bring with them the need to be educated on the issues facing companies doing business on a global scale. Companies…
Wait…are employers encouraging employees to bring their phones, iPads, and other devices to work? Yes! The BYOD movement has taken hold of companies both foreign and domestic, and for good reason. Most companies are struggling to keep up with annual technology updates, support calls, and learning curves. Not only does BYOD save companies money and…
Hearing a lot about Big Data these days? Us too. Just how big is Big Data? According to Reuters, the Big Data market was “estimated to grow by 45% annually to reach $25 billion by 2015.” That was four years ago! Let’s break down what Big Data is and what benefits it brings to businesses…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing everything we do, and the logistics industry is no different. The major way it helps relates to supply chain management cycles. Let’s talk a little about what AI is, how it works, its predictive impact on supply chain management and some of the benefits it entails. What is Artificial Intelligence?…
When we talk about the “Gold Standard” of something, most people believe it’s referring to the best-of-the-best in quality. While that’s true, the “Gold Standard” is more than just the best way of doing something, it is also the most consistent, reliable way to achieve the best results. That’s why when we at JIT Services…
This is an exciting time. Your online sales are through the roof and your merchandise is flying off the shelves. It is exactly what you dreamed of when you started your online business. If you are living this dream, it may be time for you to consider outsourcing your order fulfillment process in pursuit of…
It’s unavoidable. It’s everywhere. We grew up calling it static electricity: that small jolt that comes from touching a doorknob after petting your dog or when you pull clothing from the dryer. Technically, it’s called electrostatic discharge (ESD) and its defined as “the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact.” At any…
Logistics has long gone away from being a paper business. Logistics companies have fully embraced IT solutions for creating smooth supply chains and getting everything from production to delivery on a nice hum. Let’s talk about three acronyms you and your logistics provider should know and use. Having these solid IT solutions—MRP, ERP, and EDI—logistics…
Have you ever torn into a bag of your favorite chips and found the package to be only about three-quarters of the way full? You may have felt cheated, but you weren’t. That burst of air that escaped when the bag was opened was nitrogen gas. It replaced the oxygen that had filled the bag…
