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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...
Logistics automation: the end of the traditional warehouse?
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Logistics automation: the end of the traditional warehouse?
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warehouse robots adaptation
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For manufacturers, the time has come for automation. But adding a few machines to the warehouses does not guarantee success.
Faced with the rise of e-commerce, the logistics sector needs to adapt: flexibility has become a priority. Many companies, startups or large groups have invested in new technologies to meet this demand, with the same question: how to automate warehouses...
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Philippe
de Carné
Managing Director Business Development, Innovation & Business Excellence at GEODIS
Philippe de Carné began his career in the food industry (R&D and industrial management) then joined the world of consulting where he led proj...
Happiness in the Workplace: How to Keep Employees Engaged and Safe ?
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In today's fast-paced world, the logistics sector is experiencing unprecedented growth and innovation, which is being fueled by technological advancements and evolving customer demands. Yet this rapid transformation creates mounting pressures on employees, both in terms of meeting heightened expectations and ensuring their own well-being. As logistics professionals struggle to k...
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Robert
McQuaig
SVP Operational Excellence
Robert has a degree in Information Systems & Technology from University of Phoenix and holds various certifications in his field, including Lean, Six Sigma and Project Management. He joined the US Army in ...
Strengthening the resilience of pharmaceutical supply chains
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In our previous article, we detailed the specific challenges of pharmaceutical cold chain management, linked in particular to temperature control. Maintaining the cold chain, in line with existing regulations, calls for investment in temperature-controlled infrastructures, specially equipped vehicles and traceability tools.
The pandemic – which has served to amplify existing tr...
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David
Frouin
Vice President Vertical Market Healthcare - GEODIS
David has been leading supply chain business development and global account management teams in the FMCG, Healthcare and Pharma fields for 20 years. With his expertise in complex and inno...
Logistics: The Thread Underpinning the E-Waste Circular Economy
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Recycling electronic waste - or e-waste - refers to discarded electronic devices. It can be anything from cell phones to refrigerators, including those which are destined for refurbishment, reuse, and resale. It is often perceived as a significant burden both for companies (financially) and the environment. Indeed, if improperly disposed of, electronic products pose multiple env...
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Damien
Derouene
Supply Chain Optimization - Global Director, Reverse Logistics
Since 2000, Damien held key positions in Customer Implementation, Business Solutions and Reverse Logistics Operations.
He successfully directed GEODIS Reverse Logistics s...
The challenges of investing in warehouse automation
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e-commerce warehouse automation risk challenge technology investment
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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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How can Foreign-Trade Zones in the USA benefit your supply-chain?
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FTZ Foreigh Trade Zone USA
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What is a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) in the USA?
A Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) is a secure, geographical area authorized by the federal government, where commercial merchandise, both domestic and foreign, is outside the commerce of the United States for customs purposes. The United States FTZ can be located anywhere in the United States and allows manufacturers and distributors to s...
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Brian
Riley
Senior Vice President CHB, Americas chez GEODIS Freight Forwarding
Brian Riley is Senior Vice President of GEODIS | Freight Forwarding USA, stationed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He started his career in Customs Brokerage in 1984 at F.B...
Supply Chain : rapid changes for an economic linchpin
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Supply Chain : rapid changes for an economic linchpin
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Supply Chain sustainability economy
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Eric Ballot, professor and researcher at Mines-ParisTech - PSL stresses the importance of supply chain for the economy, on pandemic background, in an interview for GEODIS company.
How should we view the contribution of supply chains to the modern economy ?
"The supply chain is the silent engine that powers the modern economy and it is growing in size and impo...
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Eric
Ballot
Professor and researcher at Mines-ParisTech - PSL.
GEODIS Data journey
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How critical is Data in the achievements of the Group’s ambitions?
The transport and logistics ecosystem is experiencing a peak in the volume of interactions. In a context of business activity growth, GEODIS has successfully kept the pace and enjoyed a 28% revenue growth from 2020 to 2021*. The Group intends to pursue that momentum and remain a leader driven by a strong spirit ...
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Pierre
Lenclud
Chief Data Officer of GEODIS
Reducing the environmental footprint of ocean freight
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International trade could not exist without ocean freight services. From clothing to foodstuffs and other goods, no less than 90% of the world's traded goods cross our oceans.
However, despite the logistics sector’s efforts, this mode of transport still causes pollution, in terms of atmospheric and water contamination. There are somewhat fewer initiatives to reduce CO2 emission...
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Florence
Gautrais
GEODIS Global Ocean freight director
Florence has been a top executive in the domain of Ocean freight and freight forwarding solutions for more than 20 years. She manages Ocean freight products and innovative door-to-door collaborati...