Posts by Mike Gavle, Logistics Manager
Managing the Casting Supply Chain
Today’s supply chains are more complex than ever and continue to be impacted by the pandemic, natural disasters, geopolitical challenges, trade disputes, and other risks. Successful management of a casting supply chain requires a defined step-by-step process; metallurgical and casting design expertise; sourcing and logistics experience; on-the-ground management of a global network of foundries; and…
Read MoreThe Now Normal New Normal
The now-normal new normal, for supply chain operations, is not likely to improve anytime soon.
Read MoreWhat to Expect from the Containerized Freight Network in 2022 and Beyond
Covid variants, extreme weather, and labor will continue to have a negative impact on all logistics operations as we head into 2022. Covid is again restricting air travel, which in turn impedes the air freight network. Much as forest fires did a few months ago, flooding in the Pacific Northwest has severely disrupted rail services.…
Read MoreThree Freight Strategies for Securing Inventory
As anyone in the logistics field knows, a confluence of stressors continue to strain a highly congested and extremely delicate network. Ocean freight demand at all origins around the world already far exceeds capacity, with no end in sight to that demand. Congestion in one region, whether caused by demand or low water, can wreak…
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