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How are innovation and digital responding to supply chain disruptions?
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The arrival of new market players, changing consumer expectations, the emergence of new technologies, and the outbreak of the pandemic have caused an upheaval in the logistics sector over recent months.
In order to remain competitive and to offer better services that are both more efficient and more eco-friendly, the shift towards leveraging big data has become a p...
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Benoît
Tiers
Chief Digital & Technology Officer, Executive Vice President
Benoît is in charge of digital and technology for GEODIS group. He and his team ensure that the digital and technological services are at the level of service expected by th...
Circular Economy and Logistics
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Circular Economy and Logistics
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circular economy recycling
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The term “circular economy” appeared as an opposite to the linear “take, make, dispose” economic model. Now, product life cycles are becoming shorter and shorter due to the development of technologies and faster distribution cycles.
Fast fashion and electronics serve as a good example. We as customers are encouraged to consume more, since our purchased products quickly become o...
First and Last Mile Logistics – The Most Critical Aspects of The Supply Chain
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First and Last Mile Logistics – The Most Critical Aspects of The Supply Chain
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The past year brought massive disruptions in logistics - especially for last mile and parcel delivery-driven by the pandemic and the consequent historic e-commerce growth. Through this, retailers became acutely aware of the importance of contingency planning and diversification of carriers, especially for the all-important first and last mile. Shippers - even major shippers - we...
How to harness Big Data to get ahead in eCommerce ?
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What is Big Data and why does it matter?
For much of the 20th century, oil was considered ‘black gold’. But in today’s digital era, the most valuable resource is colorless and odorless. We are referring, of course, to the gold of the digital age: data.
Indeed, gathering, analyzing and extracting value from large amounts of data has become the bread and butter of the most profi...
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Daniel
Herrmann
Business Development Director
Daniel is a seasoned logistics professional with a strong operational and business development background. He is currently the Director of Business Development for GEODIS MyParcel, where he is responsible...
At GEODIS, Warehouse inventory by drones is under way
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At GEODIS, Warehouse inventory by drones is under way
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GEODIS has been experimenting with warehouse inventory by drones for almost two years now.
A recap of the project
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In partnership with drone manufacturer DELTA DRONE, GEODIS has tested automated drones in real-time conditions in its sites and is now ready to industrialize the prototype.
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The solution is comprised of a quadcopter drone fitted with high-resolution cam...
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in China: How to Navigate the Legal Minefield and Avoid Infringement under Customs Protection Law
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customs china intellectual property property violations
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In a country where intellectual property violations are a major obstacle to trade and investment, companies who know how to harness the power of Chinese customs protection laws have a competitive edge.
In recent years, with the increasing awareness of laws and regulations in Intellectual Property protection, companies dealing with China are increasingly protecting their legi...
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Jeffrey
Ju
Customs Brokerage Advisor Asia Pacific
Jeffrey Ju is our Regional Customs Brokerage Advisor in the APAC region. He is responsible for regulatory compliance and business development for our customs and trade management solutions. He holds a ...
8 easy cybersecurity tips to protect your logistics data
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cybersecurity logistics data
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On January 28th, the world celebrates Data Privacy Day (known in Europe as Data Protection Day), a national day first initiated in 2007 by the Council of Europe to raise awareness among all users about the importance of protecting the privacy of their personal data information online and spreading cybersecurity best practices.
What is at stake with data protection?
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Jay
Mia
Chief Security Officer, North, East & Central Europe at GEODIS
Jay Mia is an IT professional with over 20+ years in the field of Information Technology and IT Security.
Do you have the right inventory in the right place at the right time?
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Do you have the right inventory in the right place at the right time?
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luxury clothes supply chain
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GEODIS engineered an efficient logistics network for a leading global manufacturer of luxury apparel in APAC, the Americas and Europe.
GEODIS has helped to fulfill the ambition of one of the world’s leading manufacturers of luxury apparel. The international retailer was facing the challenge of having the right inventory in the right place at the right time.
With the rise o...
What are the key benefits of an automated warehouse?
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Let's face it, investing in warehouse automation is expensive, complex and potentially risky. However, have you evaluated the cost of an inefficient warehouse? Initially, it's zero, but in the long run, the hidden costs, such as stock-outs, low service levels, unhappy customers, etc. could be fatal to your business.
Depending on your budget and needs, warehouse automation syst...
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Why do we need more women in top management positions?
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What I like most about International Women’s Day is that it is the one day of the year when we, as a society, sit back and take stock of the progress women have made. We celebrate their achievements, we reflect on the role (or often, roles) that they play in the world and we contemplate the road ahead. After all, while it is undeniable that women have come a long way, we have ye...
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Kathleen
Rehbein
Director Human Resources, North East and Central Europe, GEODIS
Kathleen Rehbein is a Senior Expert on Human Resources and Labour law. She is responsible for sustainable HR strategies and concepts in the North East and Central Europe...