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How to develop new Air Freight capabilities through a crisis ?
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How to develop new Air Freight capabilities through a crisis ?
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Air Freight is undergoing a cycle of dynamic demand. However, the best logistics companies are always proactive when it comes to securing capacity. Now, more than ever, Air Freight forwarders need to find new solutions – such as operating their own aircraft – to meet their customers’ needs.
Air Freight logistics still in a good shape after crisis
The global COVID-19 pandemi...
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Stanislas
Brun
Vice president of Global Air Freight activity at GEODIS
Stanislas has been an Executive in the domain Air freight and freight forwarding solutions for more than 24 years. He set-up Air freight and logistics solutions as Air Direct. Thes...
Unpacking the Key Benefits of EVFTA for European & Vietnamese Companies
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In August 2020, European Union concluded the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) with Vietnam. It is the fourth free trade agreement that the EU signs with an Asian country and, as all previous FTAs, it eliminates customs duties and provides investment protection. Its main objective is to stimulate rapid economic growth between Vietnam and the European Union — a massive comb...
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Kian Chuan
CHANG
Head of Customs Brokerage, Asia Pacific region for GEODIS Logistics
Dr. KC Chang is currently the Head of Customs Brokerage, Asia Pacific region for GEODIS Logistics, based in Singapore Regional Office. Dr. Chang is an experienced ind...
A more resilient Supply Chain through relocation
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If the COVID-19 pandemic has largely affected our way of life, it has also put globalization, as we previously knew it, back at the heart of the debate.
The recognition of the vulnerability of supply chains has given impetus to a reflection on the world production organization, or rather on its reorganization. These discussions have been largely intensified by a turbulent globa...
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GEODIS Strategic Departement
The GEODIS Strategic Departement provides Market Intelligence for GEODIS’ decision-makers on GEODIS positioning in its markets, latest trends and hot topics that could impact the business positively or negatively. Its in-house strategic studies and digests contributes meaningfully/ relevantly to business...
E-commerce and new consumer demands: how is transport adapting?
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In recent years, the weight of e-commerce has continued to grow. This expansion, amplified by the pandemic and the lockdowns that led many citizens to place their first online order or to make more use of this mode of consumption, has prompted players in the sector to rethink their methods.
How do we manage the constantly increasing quantities of orders and parcels? How do we en...
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Vianney
Leveugle
Marketing, Communication & Customer Relationship Director at GEODIS | Distribution & Express
With 20 years of experience in marketing and sales functions for service companies operating in an international environment, Vianne...
From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace !
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From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace !
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online marketplace
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For Online Marketplaces, late daily order cut-off time is king!.
The success story started with an initial 200 sqm outsourced facility and has grown into a significant multi country network solution supporting main markets locally to maximize the avoidance of cross-border.
This engineered network, built over the time, is currently able to serve reliably and cost-effectively ...
The challenges of investing in warehouse automation
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While the possibilities of warehouse automation are exciting, investing means making difficult choices and taking high risks. Implementing automation technologies in a logistics network is costly and time-consuming. With challenges such as changing consumer buying habits, lack of visibility into the sustainability and profitability of new technologies, the adaptation of existing...
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Blockchain: logistics innovation to transport vaccines
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The Covid-19 pandemic revealed the importance of an efficient and effective supply chain. Distributing masks and hand sanitizer, supplying stores and health centers and organizing vaccination campaigns all required an intense mobilization of public authorities and healthcare professionals to set up emergency logistics adapted to the new constraints.
The Covid-19 vaccination cam...
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François
Bottin
IT Director of GEODIS Digital Solutions Factory
25 years of experience in IT program management with international teams . Expert in digital transformation for applications management, agile methodologies and IT people upskilling.
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How to cope with ocean freight unstability in pandemic time?
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How to cope with ocean freight unstability in pandemic time?
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Ocean freight services have been and are still strongly obstructed by the COVID-19 crisis. This creates extra strain on logistics or supply chain departments in global organizations that need to juggle with surge in freight rates and surcharges, occurring in tandem with reduced service liability, a key performance indicator for shippers and supply chain managers, If you’re in ch...
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Florence
Gautrais
Global Ocean Freight Director at GEODIS
Florence has been an executive in the domain of Ocean freight and freight forwarding solutions for more than 20 years. She set-up Ocean freight and logistics end to end solutions for internatio...
Why LCL Ocean Shipping May Be the Right Solution for Your Supply Chain
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Needing to ship cargo overseas but don't have enough product to fill a full container? Struggling with the challenges of today's unpredictable ocean freight climate? It's important to know that you have options like Ocean LCL Shipments.
What is Less than Container Load (LCL)?
Less than Container Load (LCL) is the most flexible way to ship smaller, less time-sensitive produ...
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US Marketing
Freight Forwarding
GEODIS Freight Forwarding US Marketing Team is dedicated to providing relevant content to keep you informed. In collaboration with our product experts, you will find articles and insights regarding solutions and expertise for your Supply ...
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...