Logistics Theatre
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10:25
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Learn how to break down logistics automation into simple, actionable steps for achieving ROI: System Readiness + Operational Readiness = Operational Excellence
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Understand the importance of developing "Super Users" and continuous improvement tools to support successful automation implementation
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Discover how to avoid common operational issues that can prevent achieving ROI and why it's essential to start addressing these issues early
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11:15
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- Learn where distribution centers should look to apply AI + ML apply to their operation + discuss where it’s relevant vs where it’s not.
- Evaluate the role and application of intelligent software and flexible automation in optimizing warehouse operations for rapid responsiveness, using real world examples.
- Understand how intelligent batching, pick path optimization, and warehouse slotting techniques have been game changers in terms of improving productivity and accuracy.
11:40
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12:05
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12:35
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13:00
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- What indicators we use to hedge inventory and the implications we face
- What we have learned from our Marketing AI initiatives
- How we are adjusting our supply chain for the future to capitalize on our Marketing AI success
13:25
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- Supply chains are expected to remain operating in a “VUCA” world of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity
- Organizations must prepare and strengthen many capabilities including resiliency
- Practical learnings from experiences, industry trends, and implemented strategies.
13:50
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- Shipping successfully requires careful planning, adherence to regulations and implementing best practices to mitigate risks
- The greatest risks affecting logsitics right now
- Tips on how to effectively manage the complexities of transporting products around the world.
14:15
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15:05
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10:00
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- Who are the "players" in public sector freight transportation planning and operations and why you need to know them and what they do.
- What are the challenges facing today's public sector transportation workforce as they seek to ensure transportation systems support an ever changing and shifting goods movement world and how is a program such as Freight Academy critical to address these challenges.
- What role(s) can supply chain industry professionals play in developing greater understanding by public sector transportation staff of the workings of their industry to enhance public sector decision-making in transportation planning and operations related to goods movement
10:25
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- Explore how Moffett’s four-way shuttle system enhances throughput with multi-directional movement, reducing bottlenecks and speeding up order fulfillment.
- Learn how Moffett’s technology optimizes storage space, allowing for higher density and cost-effective use of warehouse real estate.
- Understand the flexibility and scalability of Moffett’s system, enabling easy adaptation and expansion to meet changing operational demands.
10:50
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- Identifying Carrier abuse
- Was it really temp abused?
- How did it ship hot?
11:15
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11:40
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- The importance of compliance with export regulations
- Best practises for managing risks
- The value of ongoing education and staying up-to-date with regulatory changes
12:05
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- Workers risk in today's warehouse and fulfilment centers
- Flexible robotic exosuits, or exoskeletons, are quickly emerging as a key technology to dramatically reduce lower injuries
- Applications, safety and operational benefits & metrics, and selection criteria
12:35
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- Challenges in an emerging logistics space (B2C meal manufacture and delivery)
- Simplifying logistics in a complicated business market
- The importance of the customer experience
13:00
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- Phase appropriate business processes
- Building continuous improvement of those process into the work flow
- And how this approach can support the strategic and tactical aspects of your business without stifling it