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Wednesday 18th January, 2017
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EASYFRESH NEWSLETTER Nr.18011727
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"Long after the bomb falls and you are gone, cockroaches will still be here, prowling the streets"
"Not all roads lead to Rome; Just two"
"When spiders unite their fabrics can kill a lion"
"The biggest reason to have safety at work can be the smallest"
"Many small people, in small places, doing small things, can change the world"
"We live in a globalized society, where we are not so far away from each other"
"Eating is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art"
"I am not say that is going to be easy but certainly worth it"
Issued by :
Easyfresh Management Office on behalf of Easyfresh Logistics, S.L.
Phone:
+34963218021
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Excellence
will be measured by adaptability.
Everyone has heard the catchy Mexican folk song, "La
Cucaracha," about a cockroach unable to walk because he has lost one of
his six legs. In fact, cockroaches are the most resilient insect with
unbeatable survival tactics : They can withstand extremely low temperatures,
they can live for a week without its head. Moreover a cockroach can hold its
breath for 40 minutes and live without food for a month.
These strengths explain why
cockroaches were originated more than 280 million years ago, in the
Carboniferous era and they are still amongst us. “Small is beautiful” (even
cockroaches ;-) ), but for sure nature has given them a small size to survive : Where
are the dinosaurs today ?
Is this applicable to the
shipping and logistics industry ? Change is in the air, and organizations must
adapt or risk having the same view of the lead horse. Too big might not be
good.
Besides it, the ability to
sense, think and act on real-time information will be a key differentiator for
the top-performing cold chains logistics suppliers. Truly adaptable,
self-configuring and self-optimizing cold chains are made possible only by the
advancement of automation of both physical and cognitive
tasks.
So we’d love to be a
cockroach !
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Say hello to the bimodal cold chain
How
do logistics companies maintain processes and strategies that effectively
manage the demands of today’s cold chain ? Innovative digital strategies must
run in conjunction with the traditional analog business : The “bimodal concept”
For many years, cold chain professionals have been rewarded for
focusing on being operationally excellent, risk-averse and trained through
continuous improvement techniques. However, that approach is evolving to
include strategic thinking, change leadership and sophisticated finance and
communications skills.
It is crucial to be open to leveraging the wisdom of crowds and looking
outside the company — and even outside the reefer industry — for new ideas, and
to bring those lessons back in practical ways. Learning how to explore through
new means will drive bimodal adoption in reefer logistics. Easyfresh is
following this path.
Good prospects for
global Seafreight
Technavio research analysts forecast the global seafreight
forwarding market to grow at a CAGR of more than 3%.
The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects
of the global seafreight forwarding market for 2017-2021. To calculate the
market size, the report considers the the volume of seafreight transported by
vendors in the market.
The following three drivers are contributing to the growth of
the global seafreight forwarding market:
• Increase in trade agreements between nations
• Airfreight market losing share to seafreight market
• Demand for low-cost shipping
The global economic recovery has resulted in the increase in
trade volumes between countries. Favourable government trade policies have
resulted in a high demand for freight forwarding services.
These agreements are instrumental in removing supply chain
constraints by simplifying customs procedures and reducing tariffs, thus
improving the transit times and efficiency of business operations. These trade
agreements remove complicated regulatory barriers, reduce trade tariffs, and
increase the investment environment of both parties in the agreement.
Agriculture, all you
need to know for your security
It’s time for some New Year reflection, evaluation and – of
course – resolution, all of which can be put to use to make the next season
more productive, profitable and rewarding.
“In agriculture especially, ergonomics often looks to improve
three areas: high forces; awkward postures; and highly repetitive movements,”
Victor Duraj, Associate Development Engineer/Ph.D. Student Outreach and Safety,
at the Center for Biological and Agricultural Engineering, University of
California, Davis, said.
In orchard work, all three focus areas occur. High forces result
from moving heavy loads or using tools that require applying pressure. Awkward
positions are involved in both pruning and harvesting tasks. Those same tasks
also require repetitive movements.
The data; “A study reviewing
injuries and fatalities in California agriculture during the 1981-1990 period
found that in fruits and tree nuts, there were 86 fatalities and 36,540
injuries,” Duraj said. “Forty-two percent of the injuries were strains and
sprains, and, of those, 41 percent were back injuries.”
Ladders although not the only
cause of falls or strains, are common culprits in both circumstances. Proper
ladder maintenance as well as safe use of the ladder and proper body
positioning, combine to make orchard tasks less hazardous than they often are.
Ladders must have tight rivet joints and hinges, and should have legible and
complete safety labels to serve as reminders of proper ladder usage.
“The one step that farmers can take to improve health and safety
in orchards is to ensure the ladders being provided are appropriate for the
particular work,” Duraj said. “With pruning tasks, a challenge occurs with the
need to use two outstretched arms to operate the tool, leaving workers without
any hands on the ladder to help with balance. The concern is greater when
shorter ladders are used around taller trees.”
Tools that fit, Complicating the
matter, some fruit – like citrus – is often harvested with clippers. Workers
are balancing on ladders, using repetitive motions, carrying a load, and
working quickly with a sharp object. If they aren’t doing so properly, there
are many chances for injury.
Tools that offer friction to enhance grip, that fit the worker’s
hand, and that are easier to manipulate can reduce injury and fatigue. And by
changing the size, shape or weight load of the harvest bag, this piece of
equipment can better fit the worker, and lessen the risk of injury.
“Although proper training is also required, having the right
equipment in good working order helps reinforce a safety culture from the top,”
Duraj said.
“A tool that is sized to the job and kept in good condition can
ensure the best fit between job and worker, which is what ergonomics is all
about.”
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Valencia 2017 Center of the global debate on
food
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and
Valencia signed an agreement to combat hunger and support sustainable food
policies in urban areas.
The Spanish city was elected to be the host of the next meeting
of the more than 100 cities that have adhered to the Milan Urban Food Policy
Pact, pledging to fight against hunger, malnutrition and food waste.
The choice, made by other municipalities, underscores the city’s
dynamic initiative in applying sustainable food policies as well as its active
participation in the network of cities that signed the Pact.
The agreement signed by FAO Director-General José Graziano da
Silva and Valencia Mayor Joan Ribó sets the basis for further promotion and
implementation of the pact, which has now been adhered to by 130 cities from
Abidjan to Zurich. Members pledge to promote fairer and more ecologically
rational food systems in urban areas.
Addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions
will be necessary if those goals are to be achieved and maintained over the
long run.
The Urban Food Policy Pact is an independent initiative and
constitutes one of the main legacies of the Milan Expo 2015, whose theme was
“Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life.” It was presented by the UN Secretary
General during the World Food Day ceremonies held in Milan.
Adherents commit to respecting fundamental principles such as
guaranteeing healthy food for all, fostering sustainable food systems,
educating the public on healthy diets and reducing food loss and waste.
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Five
principles for a better managing to Globalization
Considering the internal and external challenges it is
confronted with, how can current approach to globalization be defended?
Five principles come to mind:
1. Honesty pays
The broadly shared tendency to make politically sound decisions
on an international level and then sell it on a TINA basis (“there is no
alternative”) at home may be the easiest way in the short run.
Establishing a more cosmopolitan world view as value-oriented
policy has to be represented offensively and proactively – in a spirit of
openness and without hiding from contestation.
2. Transparency pays
There must be room for opposition and contestation on the
international and regional level.
The disputes inside European and international institutions
about the right path of action and overall direction have to be made
transparent. Room for opposition has to be created.
3. Support the losers of globalization
While the medium income in China and India has risen sharply
(80% increase in income), followed by the small group of the global superrich
(with a plus of 65%), the poorer income groups of the Global South and the
upper middle class in the West have also won.
However, one small group has been left behind. On a global
scale, it is a very small group indeed – the lower-income brackets in the old
industrial countries. Over the last 20 years, they have seen their incomes
shrink by about 5%.
A smart approach to globalization would develop strategies on
how this politically important group can be compensated.´
4.Search for North-South coalitions
These days, pro-openness convictions do not just exist in the
Global North. In fact, the populations of the Global South appreciate free
trade even more than the ones in the North. They have a more liberal attitude
towards migration issues as well.
Likewise, the insight that climate change is man-made is shared
by a larger majority in the countries of the Global South than in the United
States as well as in Germany and Sweden.
5. Don’t go low – go high
Finally, the global elite has to cast away its arrogance.
The recognition of otherness and difference should not be
limited to the exotic, but should also apply to the seemingly provincial.
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Beneficial- Pineapple
One of the most prized and popular
fruits, pineapple or "ananas" has an interesting history to narrate.
Originally indigenous to local Paraguayans in South America, it spread from its
native land by the local Indians up through the South and Central Americas and
to the West Indies. Later, it was brought to Spain when Columbus discovered
Americas’ in 1493. In the 15th and 16th centuries, it spread to rest of the
world by the European sailors (just like tomatoes) who carried it along with
them to protect themselves from scurvy, a disease caused by the deficiency of
vitamin C.
Health
Benefits
Fresh pineapple is low in calories.
Nonetheless, it is a storehouse for several unique health promoting compounds,
minerals and vitamins that are essential for optimum health.
100 g fruit provides just about 50
calories equivalent to that of apples. Its flesh contains no saturated fats or
cholesterol; however, it is rich source of soluble and insoluble dietary fiber
like pectin.
Fresh pineapple is an excellent
source of antioxidant vitamin; vitamin C, regular consumption of foods rich in
vitamin C helps the body protect from scurvy; develop resistance against
infectious agents (boosts immunity) and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free
radicals from the body.
It also contains small amount Vitamin
A (provides 58 IU per 100 g) and beta-carotene levels. These compounds are
known to have antioxidant properties. Vitamin A is also required maintaining
healthy mucusa, skin and is essential for vision.
In addition, ananas fruit is rich in
B-complex group of vitamins like folates, thiamin, pyridoxine, riboflavin and
minerals like copper, manganese and potassium.
Preparation
and serving method
Pineapple can be cut and peeled in
many ways. Usually, the crown and the base of the fruit are chopped off with a
knife. To peel the fruit, place its base side down and carefully slice off the
skin, carving out any remaining "eyes" with the tip of your knife.
Once the rind is removed, cut the fruit into desirable chunks.
Here are some
serving tips:
Fresh pineapple
juice can be a refreshing intra-day drink.
It also used in the
preparation of desserts, jams, and jellies.
The fruit is used in a variety of
delicious pineapple recipes, mainly as a flavouring ingredient.
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FRUIT
LOGISTICA: The 2017 Innovation Award nominees
For more info: http://www.easyfresh-logistics.com/news.php?nid=132
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Logistics & a Smile:
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Videos, books, blogs, websites, others
Videos:
1. Easyfresh solutions & fragmentation of the cold chain; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-QQoLludO8
2. Retail warehouse logistics picking system for supermarket delivery;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UXQRHObj1Q
Articles & Market Reports:
1. The Economist "Global Food Security Index-2016":
2. Why Easyfresh will be present in Berlin Fruit Logistica 2017?
Blogs:
Easyfresh TV: http://easyfreshtv.web.tv/
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