Category : Supply Chain Management

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Special Considerations for Medical Device Logistics

posted in Customs Brokerage, International Logistics, Supply Chain Management by 834design

The medical device industry is worth more than $300 billion and has many challenges when it comes to logistics that are unlike any other industry. Medical device supply chains...

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13 Dec, 18

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The Importance of Relationships in Supply Chains

posted in Supply Chain Management by 834design

At TOC, we value the importance of the relationships we build with our clients. All companies have different needs, and when they find the right supply chain partner who...

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06 Dec, 18

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Tips to Avoid Choosing the Wrong Supply Chain Partner

posted in Supply Chain Management by 834design

When it comes to getting your cargo from point A to point B, you want a supply chain partner that can deliver with efficiency, optimization, and communicate with you...

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08 Nov, 18

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4 Tips for Preparing your Supply Chain for Winter

posted in International Logistics, Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

The logistics and supply chain industry can be unpredictable at times, and that’s why planning ahead is crucial when navigating into a new season. A time of year that...

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01 Nov, 18

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Uncertainty in Container Shipping Profitability

posted in News, Supply Chain Management by 834design

2018 has been a turbulent year for those in the logistics and supply chain management industry. Between constant market fluctuations stemming from newly imposed tariffs, rising operating costs, lowered...

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31 Oct, 18

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Warehouse Management: The Do’s and Don’ts

posted in Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

An integral part of supply chain management is warehousing. For a warehouse to optimally perform, warehouse management should be utilized to track products and their placements. Whether big or small,...

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18 Oct, 18

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A Key to Success: Reporting in Supply Chain Management

posted in Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

Over the last several decades, the supply chain management and logistics industry has become largely technology-driven, and the importance of real-time reporting for clients is something that cannot be...

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11 Oct, 18

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Why Supply Chains Are Essential to the Healthcare Industry

posted in News, Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

You may be wondering: what does the healthcare industry have to do with supply chains? As the healthcare industry shifts from fee-for-service to quality-over-quantity (also known as value-based care), it...

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27 Sep, 18

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Lessons Learned from Automotive Logistics

posted in News, Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

With many sources estimating that there are more than one billion cars in the world today, it is no secret that the automotive industry has come a long way...

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13 Sep, 18

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How Ransomware Could Affect Supply Chains

posted in News, Supply Chain Management by TOC Admin

Ransomware has been making headlines since the mid-2000s, and has been described as, “…the most pervasive cyber threat since 20...

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30 Aug, 18

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