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Big Versus Small Agriculture: Is There a Viable Middle Ground?

Wednesday, August 30, 2017 · Dr. Davide Luzzini Food crops are cultivated on large-scale as well as small- to medium-size farms, and both models have pros and cons. There also is a middle ground option that aggregates the output from smaller growers, especially in Europe.

Finding the Optimal Capacity for Biologics Manufacturing

Wednesday, August 23, 2017 · Sifo Luo The main objective of the biologics supply chain is to guarantee supply continuity. Product shortages can endanger patients' lives and impact a company's market share.

Compartmentalized Trucks Cut the Cost of Grocery Distribution

Monday, August 7, 2017 · Dr. Alexander Hübner and Manuel Ostermeier Groceries need to be stored and transported at different temperatures depending on the nature of each product – so why not rationalize the distribution of these items by accommodating different temperature zones in the same truck?

What is the Role of Logistics and Transportation Companies in Building Resilience?

Thursday, July 27, 2017 · Beatriz Acero López and Maria Jesús Saénz Companies across the globe are rethinking their supply chains in response to an increasingly uncertain competitive environment. But a key issue that many enterprises are overlooking is the role of logistics service providers (LSPs)* in developing and managing resilient,…

Which Carriers Should You Should Use?

Monday, July 17, 2017 · Caroline Bleggi and Frederick (Qian) Zhou This research offers a strategic review of groups of freight attributes that contribute to performance outcome.

Biomass Business Study Uses Logistics as a Measure of Commercial Success

Tuesday, June 27, 2017 · Dr. Luca Urciuoli Enterprises engaged in using waste products as raw materials for bio-commodities help companies and countries to meet their sustainability goals. But to be successful they also must be commercially viable.

MIT’s First MicroMasters Learners Earn Credentials

Tuesday, June 20, 2017 · David L. Chandler Given that the MicroMasters' testing process and course standards are designed to be as demanding as those of on-campus MIT classes, the MicroMasters credential itself is also expected to provide those who earn it with opportunities for career advancement.

APICS Addresses SCM Talent Gap With Expanded Supply Chain Stem Program

Monday, June 19, 2017 · Patrick Burnson In an effort to further promote the advantages of a career in supply chain management, APICs has boldly announced the launch of a new expanded Supply Chain STEM Educational Outreach Program aimed at K-12 students.

Does Lean Leveling Reduce Shipment Variability?

Monday, June 12, 2017 · Melissa Botero and Fabian Brenninkmeijer Supply chain professionals are often confronted with the challenge of managing highly volatile customer shipments resulting from the bullwhip effect. This volatility leads to supply chain-wide inefficiencies, high operational complexity, low service levels and substantial costs.

Efficient Supply Chain Design for Highly-Perishable Foods

Monday, March 20, 2017 · Cyril Khamsi and Veronica Stolear Designing supply routes is a challenge for any large retailer, particularly under conditions of rapid growth.

MIT Global SCALE Network Launches Three-Continent Graduate Program in Supply Chain

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 · SCMR Staff The MIT Global SCALE (Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence) Network has launched the MIT-Zaragoza-Ningbo Master of Engineering in Logistics and Supply Chain Management program, or 3C Master's Program, that gives students a unique opportunity to complete their studies in…

Scholarships available for Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Tuesday, February 21, 2017 · SCMR Staff Registration is open for the new Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management offered by the University of Luxembourg in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with merit-based scholarships introduced for the inaugural cohort of students…

3 Loads but only 2 Trucks: Which Load is Left Behind?

Monday, January 23, 2017 · Richard Koury Rassey and Yong Zheng Retailers often face demand uncertainty due to seasonality and variable consumer shopping behavior, so supply chain robustness is critical to ensure sufficient product availability.

Benny Mantin appointed Director of the Luxembourg Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Thursday, January 12, 2017 · SCMR Staff Prof. Benny Mantin has been appointed Director of the Luxembourg Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LCL), founded in December 2015 to establish Luxembourg as a world-class research and teaching hub in the field.

New Tool Brings Logistics Carbon Emissions into Sharp Focus

Monday, December 5, 2016 · Susana Val Companies can calculate the overall carbon footprint of a logistics operation using readily available estimation tools. However, to implement meaningful management decisions about cutting CO2 emissions, a more detailed analysis is necessary.