Walter Rodriguez, PhD, PE

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[Walter Rodriguez, PhD, PE @DrWRodriguez]

KITTING, SEQUENCING, AND LINE-SIDE DELIVERY: Kitting, sequencing, and line-side delivery are critical supply chain logistics industry processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Kitting refers to the process of gathering and packaging individual pa…https://t.co/VMLuCiGwUO

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LOGISTICS LESSON FROM A FISHERMAN: In life, sometimes we cast our lines with the hope of catching certain fish, only to find ourselves reeling in something entirely unexpected. It is in these moments that we learn valuable lessons about logistics, and abo…https://t.co/JrhbQEUX7X

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7 Principles of Logistics & SCM: As our crew sails in the Gulf of Mexico, with the sun setting in the distance., we are reminded of the timeless principles that guide logistics and supply chain management (Anderson, D. L., Britt, F. E., & Favre, D. J. 199…https://t.co/lXSVO3XrXd

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LOGISTICS CHALLENGES: The logistics industry faces many challenges that require agility, technology, collaboration, innovation, efficiency, and adaptability.

1. First and foremost, increasing globalization has led to a rise in cross-border trade, which…https://t.co/CdN02Rcs2M

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To complete work tasks, many employers seek folks with proficiency in critical software apps, such as:

1. Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, used for work tasks such as document creation, data analysis, presentations…https://t.co/aheW2lNCpv

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On Logistics Careers: Logistics careers do not necessarily require a degree, although some positions may prefer or require a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field. However, there are many opportunities for i…https://t.co/lyKAhkYqZE

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I just published my new guide about logistics careers and certifications and below is a summary.

Amidst the tumultuous sea of chaos and unpredictability, logisticians emerge as the brave souls who dare to navigate the rough water…https://t.co/EFBKD2aaZT https://t.co/VYI7XYKi6z

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THE BULLWHIP EFFECT: Amidst the hustle and bustle of commerce, there lies a hidden danger - the dreaded bullwhip effect. This phenomenon occurs when small changes in consumer demand ripple through the supply chain, magnifying into larger and larger fluctu…https://t.co/waVMVK4UpG

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The Logisticians: A Story About Logistics Careers: A Roadmap
I. FORESEEING A LOGISTICS CAREER JOURNEY
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As I stare out into the vast ocean of the Gulf of Mexico, from a sunny beach in Naples, Florida, I am reminded of the ever-changing tides of the logis…https://t.co/ks6lg1HOP1

[Walter Rodriguez, PhD, PE @DrWRodriguez]

Logistics is the planning, coordinating, and executing the movement and storage of goods, services, and information from the point of origin to the point of consumption to meet the needs of customers or organizations (Russell 2000). Logistics involves ma…https://t.co/Lp4Bh1BuBQ

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Discovering Logistics Opportunities: Below is a poem about the challenges merchants face in transporting goods (logistics). And let me know what you think about the interpretation below.

POEM: The Caliph's Design
Said the Caliph one day to his vizier sa…https://t.co/AQXRkFqFkw

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Would you like to explore a logistics career?

According to Statista (2021), the global revenue of the logistics industry was estimated at 5.61 trillion U.S. dollars in 2021. This figure includes revenues from different segments of the logistics industry,…https://t.co/9T7pHM1mYE

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Here is a bit about the economics of logistics. And logistics job requirements and certifications available. Please let me know if you have any questions about the field. #economics #logistics #job #continuingeducation #upskilling https://t.co/aFyQwAzW7o

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Logistics Skills: Working in the logistics field requires technical and interpersonal skills. And below are some of the essential skills sought by employers:

1. Attention to detail: In logistics, minor errors can have significant consequences. Attention…https://t.co/S7ff4VZxSe

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I, too, searched for the Ten Commandments in my Innovation & Logistics research fields, using several AI Chatbots, and here is the result.

Ten Commandments of Logistics

And lo and behold, the plentiful supply chain stretched forth its limbs, spanning…https://t.co/fXHMGQdcwJ

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Integrated Logistics aims at optimizing processes and developing robust communication channels among business partners. The processes should anticipate customer needs and wants. So businesses can acquire the resources and technolog…https://t.co/38EqdPBypM https://t.co/YG5XIjB32x

[Walter Rodriguez, PhD, PE @DrWRodriguez]

Innovation as your business growth strategy: Before reinventing the wheel (R&D capital expenditures), consider focusing your innovation time and efforts on design, marketing, supply chain, and human capital. Services and manufactu…https://t.co/bCTE41lh6x https://t.co/n9iR0hU3a5

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Two-Pizza Team Rule: Amazon assigns innovation teams small enough to feed only two pizzas! Jeff Bezos calls this "the two-pizza team rule." By making units small and nimble, Bezos minimizes the chaos and challenge of having too man…https://t.co/nvbnYQgbcR https://t.co/EGddSfNzgZ

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Please take a look at the attached image. Did you notice how easy it was to read the "innovation" word pattern even though it was all torn on the short side of the cardboard?
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"People who love all fields of knowledge are the ones who can (best)…https://t.co/BNweoMND34

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Researchers Look to Fungi for the Future of Building Materials https://t.co/iIlnGj4Ept