The multidisciplinary nature of the search for inventory balance
In recent months, I have interacted with executives from large industries through projects and courses and the pain has been very […]
Overview of investment in technology by logistics operators
The study “Profile of Logistic Operators in Brazil – 2022”, carried out by ABOL (Brazilian Association of Logistics Operators) in partnership with […]
Economic Batch Purchase in practice
One of the most consolidated models in inventory management theory is the Economic Purchase Lot (LEC), which responds […]
The hidden costs of TCO
Supply chain decision makers such as transportation, inventory, warehousing managers, buyers, planners, etc., are all the time […]
Effects of the pandemic on cycle stock
The stock has 5 basic functions, which are important for us to know in order to arrive at its best sizing. In the post The five functions of […]
Couriers: unsung quarantine heroes
Travel restriction measures are essential to contain the uncontrolled growth of the pandemic, which would overcrowd the […]
You need to plan for Black Friday
The term Black Friday was created by the retail sector in the USA and is designated to the Friday following the Thanksgiving holiday […]
How to size the safety stock?
A couple of years ago I wrote a post about the five functions of inventories, which is the logistics function that I most identify with. […]
Sustainable packaging initiatives in the logistics operation and e-commerce implemented by Google Shopping
The wealth generation model based on the exploitation of natural resources with the sole and exclusive objective of generating profit for […]
Partnership with Suppliers: the Intel Case
Last month, I had the opportunity to participate in the Logistics Mission in the USA and learned about different operations, initiatives and good […]
3 ways to deal with the greatest complexity in the supply chain
The transformations that have taken place in the world have made the consumer much more informed and demanding, demanding that companies offer […]
The neglected role of inventory
I have noticed that some retail or direct selling companies have an extra challenge when it comes to planning inventories. […]