Driver Detention: Time Is Money

In 2020 several disruptive events shifted strategic supply chain priorities. As indicated by a recent CPO survey, key challenges in 2020 include, but are not limited to, supplier/vendor bankruptcy, increased customer and transportation requirements, and significant quality issues hinder brand reputation and product viability. Deloitte offers clients an end-to-end approach for supply chain resiliency leveraging a custom platform and intelligent solution to tackle industry challenges and disruptive events focusing on enhanced visibility, increased organizational readiness, and a best-in-class technical infrastructure.

University of Washington College of Engineering’s Supply Chain Transportation & Logistics Master's degree program partnered with Ajilon to present the webinar Supply Chain & Logistics: A Field for Trailblazers. In a highly globalized and interconnected world, the supply chain and logistics field offers professional possibilities within an increasingly indispensable industry. What do those starting out in SC&L or considering this sector for a career need to know to survive and thrive? Find out by watching this webinar.

Our speaker Bill Rooney, Vice President Strategic Development, will cover various aspects of the expiration and re-negotiation of the ILWU stevedore union contract including: ILWU contract expiration and what it means, potential for labor action on the US west coasts, risks associated with a labor action on the US west coast and the impact of a possible labor action and labor risk mitigation strategies.

Across consumer products, anticipating volatile demand is only half the battle. With supply shortages becoming increasingly common, many companies in the industry are leveraging data and advanced analytics-driven supply sensing capabilities that provide them with a more accurate and comprehensive picture of inbound supply.