Logistics are an important function of modern transport systems. While traditional logistics seeks to organize forward distribution, that is the transport, warehousing, packaging and inventory management from the producer to the consumer, environmental considerations opened up markets for recycling and disposal, and led to an entire new sub-sector: green logistics
Green logistics describes all attempts to measure and minimize the ecological impact of logistics activities. This includes all activities of the forward and reverse flows of products, information and services between the point of origin and the point of consumption.
Inserting logistics into recycling and the disposal of waste materials of all kinds, including toxic and hazardous goods, has become a major new market. This would mean environmental considerations through the whole life-cycle of a product (production, distribution, consumption and disposal).
When adapting green logistics there could be some inconsistencies that might arise. The issue is that green logistics is supposed to be environmental friendly, but logistics in itself is not very green because of pollution and waste that it creates. So when adapting green logistics there are some paradoxes that arise as given below:
Companies wants to get the cheapest way to do things but at the same time they should choose options that are green, which sometimes are more costly to the company. The purpose of logistics is to minimize costs, notably transport costs. The cost-saving strategies that are pursued by logistics operators are often at variance with environmental considerations.
The modern integrated supply chains and JIT provide adjustable and competent physical distribution systems but on the other hand extended production, distribution and retailing models are consuming more space, energy and generate more emissions (CO2, particulates, NOx, etc.).
At the heart of logistics is the overriding importance of service reliability. Its success is based upon the ability to deliver freight on time with the least threat of breakage or damage while the least polluting modes are generally regarded as being the least reliable in terms of on-time delivery, lack of breakage and safety. Ships and railways have inherited a reputation for poor customer satisfaction, and the logistics industry is built around air and truck shipments… the two least environmentally-friendly modes.
A reduction in warehousing demands is one of the advantages of logistics. This means however, that inventories have been transferred to a certain degree to the transport system, especially the roads. Inventories are actually in transit, contributing still further to congestion and pollution. The environment and society, not the logistical operators, are assuming the external costs.
The explosion of the information technology has led to new dimensions in retailing – e-commerce. However, changes in physical distribution systems by e-commerce have led to higher levels of energy consumption.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, March 22nd, 2021 at 11:00 am and is filed under Blog.
The world today has been showing a positive attitude to the upliftment of Women. As in any field, women have stepped into being Truck Drivers too. Though it is a male-dominated society, women are increasingly attracted to this profession due to the equal pay and great demand for truck drivers. Women contribute to more than 7 per cent of truck drivers.
There are even Organisations and Associations for Women in Trucking. One such Association is the Women in Trucking Association (WIT). It is an American Non-Profit Organisation founded by Ellen Voie in the year 2007. She is now the President and CEO and holds Class-A commercial driver’s license. The organisation works for the support of the women who are already into it and who are willing to step into this.
REAL Women in Trucking, is another trade association that was formed by seasoned female commercial motor vehicle drivers that saw a need for an authentic representation of the trucking industry.
Challenges and Opportunities for women in trucking
The male-dominated trucking field has challenges and opportunities for women entering this field. Some of these hurdles are created by the industry and others by the regulatory environment. For example, the truck cabs are built in such a way to fit the larger physical size of a man which makes it difficult for women to adjust. Another factor is the safety of Parking lots and Rest places. Women also refrain from this due to the Long hours and being away from family for days or weeks at a time.
Though there are many challenges, more women are entering into this field which is a positive sign.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, March 6th, 2021 at 4:00 pm and is filed under Blog.
A shipping container is a storage container with strength suitable to withstand shipment, storage, and handling which is used for transportation of large amount of goods. It is surprise to note that 90 percent of world’s cargo is moved through ships.
There are various shipping containers and the most common ones are explained below:
These are the fully enclosed shipping containers with rigid roof, side walls and floor. These are also known as “Dry Containers” and are weather proof.
This has collapsible sides that can be folded to make a flat rack. The end walls are stable enough to allow cargo securing, so they are ideal for shipping goods that are oversized, such as heavy machinery, vehicles on tracks, big reels and construction materials.
These type of containers have convertible top that can be completely removed. This can be used for transporting over height or tall machinery.
With doors on both sides also known as ‘Tunnel Container” are helpful for quickly loading and unloading goods
These are similar to General Purpose Containers but taller than 1 foot height.
In these containers the doors can be open on all sides. This makes loading and unloading materials easy.
These are used for the shipment of temperature sensitive, perishable cargo such as meats, fruits and vegetables.
Like the ISO Reefer container, an insulated or thermal container has a regulated temperature control that allows them to withstand a higher temperature. This is used to transport pharmaceuticals, organs, blood, biological materials and chemicals.
Containers that are designed for transporting bulk cargo that is heavy and dense are known as Half Height Containers. These are good for transporting goods such as coal and stones, so they are perfect for use in the mining industry.
Tank containers, or tankers, are made of strong steel or other anti-corrosive materials for the transportation and long-life protection of liquid materials.
These containers have become an inevitable part for the growth of world’s economy as they are required for the transportation of goods from countries to countries and in bulk quantities.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 at 4:49 pm and is filed under Blog.
A Warehouse is considered to be one of the largest cost item in a logistics firm. For the same reason the layout of a warehouse designing is a crucial process and has to be done in such a way that it has a direct impact on the efficiency and productivity of the Warehouse. The layout has to be planned in such a way that the processes is in a logical sequence that can help streamline operations, boost productivity, and reduce expenses. A well-executed warehouse layout design can provide easy access to stored goods, minimize travel time, and improve order fulfilment rates.
1. Minimal Touch of Goods- The warehouse should be designed so as to minimise the handling of products. It is better to be automated. It makes the worker easier and faster
2. Space Availability- It is always important to allocate maximum space to storage and inventory processing purposes while minimizing space for office areas, empty pallets, charging stations, can help improve inventory visibility, reduce travel time, and increase overall operational efficiency
3. Flow – Uninterrupted flow of goods, personnel, and equipment is very important factor to be considered in warehouse layout design. Inefficient routes and disruptions has to be avoided.
4. Accessibility – In an automated warehouse, you don’t need to know where the stock is because the crane or the automatic storage and retrieval system will find it. But if the system is operated manually, the correct placement of stock is critical and should be easily accessible. This will help not to get the goods mixed up.
5. Equipment used- The equipment used in warehouse can directly influence the layout of a Warehouse. The machineries should be utilized to increase the productivity and optimal usage.
6. Personnel – According to the number of employees and related factors can help to design the warehouse layout in a way that doesn’t limit the workforce’s productivity.
Selecting the most suitable warehouse layout design is crucial to ensure the optimal utilization of resources. The efficient and effective way to design the layout of a warehouse is to consider all the factors that utilize warehouse space better, boost productivity, and improve order fulfilment rates.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, February 8th, 2021 at 10:17 am and is filed under Blog.
The Top 5 Shipping Companies in India are as follows:
Posted by Reliant on Monday, January 25th, 2021 at 9:30 am and is filed under Blog.
Logistics are an important function of modern transport systems. While traditional logistics seeks to organize forward distribution, that is the transport, warehousing, packaging and inventory management from the producer to the consumer, environmental considerations opened up markets for recycling and disposal, and led to an entire new sub-sector: green logistics
Green logistics describes all attempts to measure and minimize the ecological impact of logistics activities. This includes all activities of the forward and reverse flows of products, information and services between the point of origin and the point of consumption.
Inserting logistics into recycling and the disposal of waste materials of all kinds, including toxic and hazardous goods, has become a major new market. This would mean environmental considerations through the whole life-cycle of a product (production, distribution, consumption and disposal).
When adapting green logistics there could be some inconsistencies that might arise. The issue is that green logistics is supposed to be environmental friendly, but logistics in itself is not very green because of pollution and waste that it creates. So when adapting green logistics there are some paradoxes that arise as given below:
Companies wants to get the cheapest way to do things but at the same time they should choose options that are green, which sometimes are more costly to the company. The purpose of logistics is to minimize costs, notably transport costs. The cost-saving strategies that are pursued by logistics operators are often at variance with environmental considerations.
The modern integrated supply chains and JIT provide adjustable and competent physical distribution systems but on the other hand extended production, distribution and retailing models are consuming more space, energy and generate more emissions (CO2, particulates, NOx, etc.).
At the heart of logistics is the overriding importance of service reliability. Its success is based upon the ability to deliver freight on time with the least threat of breakage or damage while the least polluting modes are generally regarded as being the least reliable in terms of on-time delivery, lack of breakage and safety. Ships and railways have inherited a reputation for poor customer satisfaction, and the logistics industry is built around air and truck shipments… the two least environmentally-friendly modes.
A reduction in warehousing demands is one of the advantages of logistics. This means however, that inventories have been transferred to a certain degree to the transport system, especially the roads. Inventories are actually in transit, contributing still further to congestion and pollution. The environment and society, not the logistical operators, are assuming the external costs.
The explosion of the information technology has led to new dimensions in retailing – e-commerce. However, changes in physical distribution systems by e-commerce have led to higher levels of energy consumption.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, March 22nd, 2021 at 11:00 am and is filed under Blog.
The world today has been showing a positive attitude to the upliftment of Women. As in any field, women have stepped into being Truck Drivers too. Though it is a male-dominated society, women are increasingly attracted to this profession due to the equal pay and great demand for truck drivers. Women contribute to more than 7 per cent of truck drivers.
There are even Organisations and Associations for Women in Trucking. One such Association is the Women in Trucking Association (WIT). It is an American Non-Profit Organisation founded by Ellen Voie in the year 2007. She is now the President and CEO and holds Class-A commercial driver’s license. The organisation works for the support of the women who are already into it and who are willing to step into this.
REAL Women in Trucking, is another trade association that was formed by seasoned female commercial motor vehicle drivers that saw a need for an authentic representation of the trucking industry.
Challenges and Opportunities for women in trucking
The male-dominated trucking field has challenges and opportunities for women entering this field. Some of these hurdles are created by the industry and others by the regulatory environment. For example, the truck cabs are built in such a way to fit the larger physical size of a man which makes it difficult for women to adjust. Another factor is the safety of Parking lots and Rest places. Women also refrain from this due to the Long hours and being away from family for days or weeks at a time.
Though there are many challenges, more women are entering into this field which is a positive sign.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, March 6th, 2021 at 4:00 pm and is filed under Blog.
A shipping container is a storage container with strength suitable to withstand shipment, storage, and handling which is used for transportation of large amount of goods. It is surprise to note that 90 percent of world’s cargo is moved through ships.
There are various shipping containers and the most common ones are explained below:
These are the fully enclosed shipping containers with rigid roof, side walls and floor. These are also known as “Dry Containers” and are weather proof.
This has collapsible sides that can be folded to make a flat rack. The end walls are stable enough to allow cargo securing, so they are ideal for shipping goods that are oversized, such as heavy machinery, vehicles on tracks, big reels and construction materials.
These type of containers have convertible top that can be completely removed. This can be used for transporting over height or tall machinery.
With doors on both sides also known as ‘Tunnel Container” are helpful for quickly loading and unloading goods
These are similar to General Purpose Containers but taller than 1 foot height.
In these containers the doors can be open on all sides. This makes loading and unloading materials easy.
These are used for the shipment of temperature sensitive, perishable cargo such as meats, fruits and vegetables.
Like the ISO Reefer container, an insulated or thermal container has a regulated temperature control that allows them to withstand a higher temperature. This is used to transport pharmaceuticals, organs, blood, biological materials and chemicals.
Containers that are designed for transporting bulk cargo that is heavy and dense are known as Half Height Containers. These are good for transporting goods such as coal and stones, so they are perfect for use in the mining industry.
Tank containers, or tankers, are made of strong steel or other anti-corrosive materials for the transportation and long-life protection of liquid materials.
These containers have become an inevitable part for the growth of world’s economy as they are required for the transportation of goods from countries to countries and in bulk quantities.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 at 4:49 pm and is filed under Blog.
A Warehouse is considered to be one of the largest cost item in a logistics firm. For the same reason the layout of a warehouse designing is a crucial process and has to be done in such a way that it has a direct impact on the efficiency and productivity of the Warehouse. The layout has to be planned in such a way that the processes is in a logical sequence that can help streamline operations, boost productivity, and reduce expenses. A well-executed warehouse layout design can provide easy access to stored goods, minimize travel time, and improve order fulfilment rates.
1. Minimal Touch of Goods- The warehouse should be designed so as to minimise the handling of products. It is better to be automated. It makes the worker easier and faster
2. Space Availability- It is always important to allocate maximum space to storage and inventory processing purposes while minimizing space for office areas, empty pallets, charging stations, can help improve inventory visibility, reduce travel time, and increase overall operational efficiency
3. Flow – Uninterrupted flow of goods, personnel, and equipment is very important factor to be considered in warehouse layout design. Inefficient routes and disruptions has to be avoided.
4. Accessibility – In an automated warehouse, you don’t need to know where the stock is because the crane or the automatic storage and retrieval system will find it. But if the system is operated manually, the correct placement of stock is critical and should be easily accessible. This will help not to get the goods mixed up.
5. Equipment used- The equipment used in warehouse can directly influence the layout of a Warehouse. The machineries should be utilized to increase the productivity and optimal usage.
6. Personnel – According to the number of employees and related factors can help to design the warehouse layout in a way that doesn’t limit the workforce’s productivity.
Selecting the most suitable warehouse layout design is crucial to ensure the optimal utilization of resources. The efficient and effective way to design the layout of a warehouse is to consider all the factors that utilize warehouse space better, boost productivity, and improve order fulfilment rates.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, February 8th, 2021 at 10:17 am and is filed under Blog.
The Top 5 Shipping Companies in India are as follows:
Posted by Reliant on Monday, January 25th, 2021 at 9:30 am and is filed under Blog.
Logistics are an important function of modern transport systems. While traditional logistics seeks to organize forward distribution, that is the transport, warehousing, packaging and inventory management from the producer to the consumer, environmental considerations opened up markets for recycling and disposal, and led to an entire new sub-sector: green logistics
Green logistics describes all attempts to measure and minimize the ecological impact of logistics activities. This includes all activities of the forward and reverse flows of products, information and services between the point of origin and the point of consumption.
Inserting logistics into recycling and the disposal of waste materials of all kinds, including toxic and hazardous goods, has become a major new market. This would mean environmental considerations through the whole life-cycle of a product (production, distribution, consumption and disposal).
When adapting green logistics there could be some inconsistencies that might arise. The issue is that green logistics is supposed to be environmental friendly, but logistics in itself is not very green because of pollution and waste that it creates. So when adapting green logistics there are some paradoxes that arise as given below:
Companies wants to get the cheapest way to do things but at the same time they should choose options that are green, which sometimes are more costly to the company. The purpose of logistics is to minimize costs, notably transport costs. The cost-saving strategies that are pursued by logistics operators are often at variance with environmental considerations.
The modern integrated supply chains and JIT provide adjustable and competent physical distribution systems but on the other hand extended production, distribution and retailing models are consuming more space, energy and generate more emissions (CO2, particulates, NOx, etc.).
At the heart of logistics is the overriding importance of service reliability. Its success is based upon the ability to deliver freight on time with the least threat of breakage or damage while the least polluting modes are generally regarded as being the least reliable in terms of on-time delivery, lack of breakage and safety. Ships and railways have inherited a reputation for poor customer satisfaction, and the logistics industry is built around air and truck shipments… the two least environmentally-friendly modes.
A reduction in warehousing demands is one of the advantages of logistics. This means however, that inventories have been transferred to a certain degree to the transport system, especially the roads. Inventories are actually in transit, contributing still further to congestion and pollution. The environment and society, not the logistical operators, are assuming the external costs.
The explosion of the information technology has led to new dimensions in retailing – e-commerce. However, changes in physical distribution systems by e-commerce have led to higher levels of energy consumption.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, March 22nd, 2021 at 11:00 am and is filed under Blog.
The world today has been showing a positive attitude to the upliftment of Women. As in any field, women have stepped into being Truck Drivers too. Though it is a male-dominated society, women are increasingly attracted to this profession due to the equal pay and great demand for truck drivers. Women contribute to more than 7 per cent of truck drivers.
There are even Organisations and Associations for Women in Trucking. One such Association is the Women in Trucking Association (WIT). It is an American Non-Profit Organisation founded by Ellen Voie in the year 2007. She is now the President and CEO and holds Class-A commercial driver’s license. The organisation works for the support of the women who are already into it and who are willing to step into this.
REAL Women in Trucking, is another trade association that was formed by seasoned female commercial motor vehicle drivers that saw a need for an authentic representation of the trucking industry.
Challenges and Opportunities for women in trucking
The male-dominated trucking field has challenges and opportunities for women entering this field. Some of these hurdles are created by the industry and others by the regulatory environment. For example, the truck cabs are built in such a way to fit the larger physical size of a man which makes it difficult for women to adjust. Another factor is the safety of Parking lots and Rest places. Women also refrain from this due to the Long hours and being away from family for days or weeks at a time.
Though there are many challenges, more women are entering into this field which is a positive sign.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, March 6th, 2021 at 4:00 pm and is filed under Blog.
A shipping container is a storage container with strength suitable to withstand shipment, storage, and handling which is used for transportation of large amount of goods. It is surprise to note that 90 percent of world’s cargo is moved through ships.
There are various shipping containers and the most common ones are explained below:
These are the fully enclosed shipping containers with rigid roof, side walls and floor. These are also known as “Dry Containers” and are weather proof.
This has collapsible sides that can be folded to make a flat rack. The end walls are stable enough to allow cargo securing, so they are ideal for shipping goods that are oversized, such as heavy machinery, vehicles on tracks, big reels and construction materials.
These type of containers have convertible top that can be completely removed. This can be used for transporting over height or tall machinery.
With doors on both sides also known as ‘Tunnel Container” are helpful for quickly loading and unloading goods
These are similar to General Purpose Containers but taller than 1 foot height.
In these containers the doors can be open on all sides. This makes loading and unloading materials easy.
These are used for the shipment of temperature sensitive, perishable cargo such as meats, fruits and vegetables.
Like the ISO Reefer container, an insulated or thermal container has a regulated temperature control that allows them to withstand a higher temperature. This is used to transport pharmaceuticals, organs, blood, biological materials and chemicals.
Containers that are designed for transporting bulk cargo that is heavy and dense are known as Half Height Containers. These are good for transporting goods such as coal and stones, so they are perfect for use in the mining industry.
Tank containers, or tankers, are made of strong steel or other anti-corrosive materials for the transportation and long-life protection of liquid materials.
These containers have become an inevitable part for the growth of world’s economy as they are required for the transportation of goods from countries to countries and in bulk quantities.
Posted by Reliant on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 at 4:49 pm and is filed under Blog.
A Warehouse is considered to be one of the largest cost item in a logistics firm. For the same reason the layout of a warehouse designing is a crucial process and has to be done in such a way that it has a direct impact on the efficiency and productivity of the Warehouse. The layout has to be planned in such a way that the processes is in a logical sequence that can help streamline operations, boost productivity, and reduce expenses. A well-executed warehouse layout design can provide easy access to stored goods, minimize travel time, and improve order fulfilment rates.
1. Minimal Touch of Goods- The warehouse should be designed so as to minimise the handling of products. It is better to be automated. It makes the worker easier and faster
2. Space Availability- It is always important to allocate maximum space to storage and inventory processing purposes while minimizing space for office areas, empty pallets, charging stations, can help improve inventory visibility, reduce travel time, and increase overall operational efficiency
3. Flow – Uninterrupted flow of goods, personnel, and equipment is very important factor to be considered in warehouse layout design. Inefficient routes and disruptions has to be avoided.
4. Accessibility – In an automated warehouse, you don’t need to know where the stock is because the crane or the automatic storage and retrieval system will find it. But if the system is operated manually, the correct placement of stock is critical and should be easily accessible. This will help not to get the goods mixed up.
5. Equipment used- The equipment used in warehouse can directly influence the layout of a Warehouse. The machineries should be utilized to increase the productivity and optimal usage.
6. Personnel – According to the number of employees and related factors can help to design the warehouse layout in a way that doesn’t limit the workforce’s productivity.
Selecting the most suitable warehouse layout design is crucial to ensure the optimal utilization of resources. The efficient and effective way to design the layout of a warehouse is to consider all the factors that utilize warehouse space better, boost productivity, and improve order fulfilment rates.
Posted by Reliant on Monday, February 8th, 2021 at 10:17 am and is filed under Blog.
The Top 5 Shipping Companies in India are as follows:
Posted by Reliant on Monday, January 25th, 2021 at 9:30 am and is filed under Blog.
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