| VIC Planned Activities |
14th February 2008 |
Site Visit - Fosters Distribution Centre
A total of 24 members turned at Fosters Group Distribution centre – TRUGANINA at Laverton. The warehouse opened just last August with an area of approx 45,000sq mtrs. During Xmas period up to 260x trucks per day and 120x trucks per day during off peak period would pass through the receiving and dispatch bay. This bay was fully enclosed and covered the extent of the entire warehouse and where up to 1200x orders would be processed daily and each order would consist of 97x cases of various alcoholic beverages. Fosters group take a lot of pride with the recording and measuring of daily activities / statistics. For example, LTI (Lost Time Injury) recorded using the Dupont method and reported nationally throughout the group. As well an OH&S officer visits the site regularly to review processes and techniques of all staff at the site. Finally, inventory stock takes are preformed every 2 weeks with an accuracy of 99.4%
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4th March 2008 |
Knowledge Development Event - The Sharp End of WMS
The first Knowledge Development session for 2008 was greeted enthusiastically by participants from a broad range of industries. The Guest Speaker was Mr Doug Lamb of Xact Solutions, who drew on his extensive experience as a Supply Chain Practitioner to provide an in-depth analysis of the place and importance of Warehouse Management Systems within increasingly more complex organisational structures. The interactive style of the presentation gave participants the opportunity to discuss different scenarios and challenges faced across a range of industries. |
4th April 2008 |
Site Visit - DECA
Attendee’s palms were clammy as they took hold of the B-Triple steering wheel ready to merge into the traffic. As trucks passed by either side of your cabin you could experience the realism of the simulator – engine revs and traffic noise. As car drivers we all gained a valuable insight into the complexities of driving such a large vehicle, especially when it came to turning corners! There was also opportunity to try reversing into a loading bay. Clearly our experiences with a trailer at the local tip were helpful but no match when it came to the B-double prime mover – it proved significantly harder. In addition to the driving experience, Ian Bushby was able to present DECA’s views on the skill significant skill shortages in the logistics industry – the industry faces significant challenges. Overall the DECA Truck simulator is an amazing training facility and I think everyone left with a new found appreciation of what is takes to be a truck-driver and how to be considerate of trucks when driving.
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17th April 2008 |
Logistics Lounge - Supply Chain Sustainability
Our first Logistics Lounge was a great success. Liz Boulton (Logisticks) and Mile Soda (Smorgan Fuels) both provided very thought provoking, interactive and informative views on their contribution to addressing carbon emissions. Liz passionately presented practical, tangible actions to address climate change and discussed ways the transport and supply chain sector could work toward a more sustainable structure. While Mile gave us all a chemistry lesson on what Biodiesel (B100) is and is not, and how his company is aiming to assist the transport industry, by building a superior renewable energy business using quality people and processes.
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| 29th April 2008- 1st May 2008 |
Melbourne Materials Handling Trade Show
Recently we supported the Material Handling and Safety Show in Melbourne. Thanks to all committee, Logistic Recruitment Solutions and our members who took time out of their busy schedules to man the booth. Feedback from the show was exceptional as we have many new members as a result.
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7th May 2008 |
Site Visit - Coles DC Somerton
Over 40 members were treated to a rare insight into the modern and very large facilities at the new Coles Group DC at Somerton. The tour ably demonstrated how a combination of Manhattan WMS, Schaefer Automation and Dematic Vocollect technologies have been integrated to create a world class facility to supply your local supermarket. Cole’s management also provided an overall view of how they have over the last couple of years completely re-engineered their supply chain network.
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| 3 July 2008 |
Partnered Event - Networking Event
The SCLAA in support of Capgemini became involved in their innovative networking event focusing on procurements hot topics:
- Adopting an integrated approach to Procurement Transformation to maximise benefits
Aligning Procurement Operating Models and Organisation Design to business strategy
Is now the right time to review your Procurement strategy?
Performance Management: what should a CPO dashboard look like in 2008?
How can LEAN bring significant value to your Procurement function?
How can Procurement be sustainable?
The event took place in a high impact, stimulating and creative work space, where registrants had the opportunity to learn, interact and network. |
| 15th July 2008 |
Seminar - Session One - Understanding the Carbon Economy
This unmissable event consists of two workshops that enable companies to evaluate the risks and contingencies companies face when planning a balanced environmental and financially sustainable carbon management strategy.
Look out for this article in the next SupplyChain Review
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| 17th July 2008 |
Partnered Event - Hot Topics Forum Mid-Comp International, an SCLAA Vic partner, hosted this years second Hot Topics Supply Chain Forum (17/07/08). Previous events have provided a fantastic opportunity to hear from Industry specialists, networking with various companies and organisations and the second Hot Topics forum was no exception. |
| 22nd July 2008 |
The Emerging Carbon Economy - Sustainability made simple
The AirRoad Group in conjunction with the SCLAA ran a 'must attend' Executive Breakfast Seminar. Registrants enjoyed a cabaret style hot breakfast in 5 star luxury, whilst learning about the central issues surrounding the emerging carbon economy and the value of reduction strategies. |
| 29th July 2008 |
Seminar - Session Two - Managing the Carbon Economy The second series of two workshops that enabled companies to evaluate the risks and contingencies companies face when planning a balanced environmental and financially sustainable carbon management strategy |
| 6th August 2008 | Logistics Lounge - Choosing & Maximising your Warehouse Investment Our traditional Logistics Lounge stepped up in style at the ‘Water Rat Hotel’. It was very well attended function with CBRE Industrial and IGH shared their wealth of experience on Melbourne property trends and how to get the best yield on your warehouse investment. It presented a great networking opportunity for attendees so we look forward to more events in 2009 at the new venue.
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| 18th August 2008 |
Careers Day
Recently we attended a ‘Careers Day’ at Ballarat. Thousands of students from across western Victoria attended keen to learn about their future employment options. We displayed DIIRD’s Career CD to educate students on the options in the industry. It became very clear that as we talked to students (the potential future professionals in our industry) that they knew very very little about logistics. As an industry we must find more effective means to excite, engage and educate our youth to prevent a looming skills shortage. |
| 21st August 2008 |
Site Visit - Toyota
With my forklift licence at hand the tour at TMHA was an eye-opener. The extensive site tour was very well attended and very informative as we learned about how Toyota was taking in the challenge of climate change. Equally impressive was their service control area where GPRS technologies are used to great effect to ensure their customers are kept operational. |
| 17th September 2008 |
Logistics Lounge - Procuremnet in Supply Chain
Foster’s ‘Director of Global Procurement’, David Koch talked about their journey to procurement sustainability focusing on the three P’s– People, Planet and Profit – procurement. This was the second joint Logistics Lounge between our association and CIPS with almost 100 attendees for the lunchtime session.
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| 18th September 2008 |
Partnered Event - SSI Schaefer International
SSI hosted a great breakfast at Crown. All interests were explored, from racking to the latest in sophisticated automated picking and storage solutions. As a commitment to the industry SSI have also decided to further support the great ‘Fork-Off’ competition at the AEC Safety Show 2009. Call the SCLAA to register your interest to challenge to become the great national fork-lift driver champion!
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| 15th October 2008 |
Site Visit - Costa's Find out firsthand how Costa manages and motivates it employees using 'Character First' programs and 'Northbound Train' principals.
Location: Costa Logistics Distribution Centre
333 Fitzgerald Road, Derrimut 3030
Time: 9.00am - 11.00am
Price: FREE - MEMBERS ONLY
To download a registration form click here
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30 Ocotber 2008 | Logistics Lounge and AGM The SCLAA (Vic) has had a great year holding numerous Site Visits, Logistics Lounges and Workshops. We would like to personally invite you to our final 2008 Logistics Lounge and AGM. At this event you will have the opportunity to review our 2008 activities and gain an insight into our plans for 2009. This is a free breakfast event at the: Melbourne Cricket Club (MCG)
Harrison Room
Thursday 30th October 2008
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. This year our committee has consisted of a very strong contingent of experienced supply chain & logistics professionals. Naturally if you want to also volunteer on the committee or assist us with our events next year please contact our National office. This breakfast will also be our final Logistics Lounge for 2008. This year we are very fortunate to have: PriceWaterhouse Coopers (PWC)
Stuart Harker (Retail and Consumer Goods Leader) &
Roman Popovic (Senior Consultant)
Topic: “Retail & Consumer Outlook – Australia 2008 – New Choices” Lastly we have some very special announcements and an excellent door prize! We anticipate strong interest in the above topic so urge you to book early To download a registration form click here |
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