Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The intralogistics and energy experts of the Hamburg-based intralogistics provider STILL gave a comprehensive overview of the different energy systems during a recent “Energy” webinar and explained the advantages and disadvantages of each system in a clear and hands-on way. It is about two to three times as high.

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CH Robinson Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

webinar of 2021, my colleagues and I provided analysis on today’s leading freight shipping topics, including the potential impact of the U.S. Will anything compel carriers to reduce prices to pre-crisis levels once supply chains finally stabilize, or will current prices be the new normal for importers?

Negotiating Skills 92

Negotiating Skills Freight Price Reduction Webinar 92

Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

We explore how predictive analytics and big data with human sentiments can add value and amplify their supply chain strategies. Approaching a demand analysis with historical data and seasonal variations is no longer competent. The drivers for growth are not simple factors like the price or quality of a product. billion by 2022.

Procurement Analytics 62

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software 62

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

In a thoughtful webinar today digital freight forwarder Zencargo co-Founder, Richard Fattal, and Bis Henderson ‘s Louisa Hosegood debated the unprecedented pressures in the global supply chain this year and how they jeopardise retailer’s profitability. Container spot prices are a record $14000 now (Far East to Europe).

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Supply Chains Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction 68

CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

event of 2022, my colleagues, Christina Carroll, vice president of LTL, Alan Rowlett, director of global operations and strategy, and I set out to offer exactly that. The first is pricing, especially the record rates within the international supply chain. Watch the video to learn more: Plan to attend our next webinar.

Supply Chain Planning Software 101

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Trends Price Reduction 101

Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This information is then used to adjust shipper pricing strategies, eventually pushing increased costs back to consumers. The ripple effect of inflation has streamlined the benefits of managed logistics, which provides insights to combat escalating costs in an effort to maintain profit margins.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Outsourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 62

WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

No matter your industry, AI can help your business improve efficiency and reduce the potential for errors. For example, AI in pest control allows organizations to optimize chemical distribution routes, automate marketing, and deploy drones to eliminate pests in hard-to-reach places. Competitor Analysis Tools. LEARN MORE.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. This is the cyclical market of supply chain transportation.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 62

GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Traditional segmentation strategies no longer work in a world characterized by complexity and constant change. Creating a cohesive back-end is an important first step, enabling companies to make real-time decisions, streamline production, and cut costs. The Customer Owns the Empire. Embrace Digital Disruption.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Digital 97

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

This is where metrics becomes necessary for the analysis and monitoring of data. However, metrics may also be applied to the algorithmic analysis of data to identify what data needs to be removed, clarified, or analyzed in further detail. However, metrics is the information given to the company by data analysis.

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Data Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Transportation 77

GlobalTranz

MAY 25, 2018

Warehouses lacking IoT-based technologies lose opportunities, and as customers become more aware of third-party sellers, online mega-giant resellers, and faster ways to get products at a cheaper price, the importance of accountability and visibility into operations will reign supreme.

Inventory Reduction 50

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Supply Chain Software 50

GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2015

In order for data to be used in the decision making process, companies must ensure that they are using high quality data in their analysis. Luckily, today’s “automated algorithms can identify patterns and provide insights” into carrier safety, pricing trends, carrier capabilities, and innovation.

Data 98

Data Procurement Analytics Price Reduction Supply Chain Software 98

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

However, with reduced life cycles, customer-driven innovative products and services have forced supply chains to be flexible and adaptable. Monitoring and analysis of this data may provide opportunities to intervene before issues becomes major problems. Reducing the dependence on a sole supplier is crucial in managing risk.

Optimal Sourcing 118

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement 118

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

If you’ve read up on the latest topics in the field of data analysis, then you’ve probably encountered the term Prescriptive Analytics. Prescriptive Analytics is at the cutting edge of data science and companies are increasingly interested in exploring its benefits. Perhaps most importantly, changing your strategy is nearly impossible.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Modeling Software Optimal Sourcing 78

GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Goodwill notes shipment data granularity and analysis are linked with better freight allocation , which means making use of the full spectrum of available shipping options, including full truckloads. Unfortunately, shippers see this problem as a reason to build shipping costs directly into price points.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Freight Cost Reduction Price Reduction 60

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

Bottom line, it’s great to say you want to have a commerce-enabled site, but before jumping to the technology stage, what is your strategy? The Cerasis “e-commerce” blog category has great articles on developing your strategy. From reverse logistics to pricing, and finally, some solutions. . Differentiation.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 105

GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

There are, of course, tactical metrics for accounting functions like viewing open and paid invoices or the ability to identify when shipments are due, but also must include strategic metrics and reports for more in-depth analysis. Lane Analysis. Every aspect of your shipping will be displayed for you to develop new strategies from.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 95

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Cost Reduction Price Reduction 95

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2015

A Cloud-based supply chain management solution has several advantages over the traditional model of manual inventory analysis combined with local area purchasing. The scale of the Cloud companies allows them to continuously reduce costs as their capabilities and customer base expands. Integration Capable Design.

Supply Chain Design Software 103

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 14, 2018

The Problem: Shippers Using LTL-Exclusive Shipping Have Minimal, If Any, Profitability in Freight Spend Shippers have been bartered with the topic of LTL shipping for years, including how to make better use of it, reduce freight spend and leverage technology. So, what else can a shipper do to procure full truckload in tight capacity?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 61

Logistics Network Optimization Software Expense Reduction Freight Cost Reduction 61

Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

with one or two trucks, so they wanted to adjust the playing field in this market space and be price competitive.” . With the ELD-mandate changing business dynamics many carriers have made it their goal to minimize cost in order to reduce rates to stay competitive, but that’s only one piece of the puzzle. .

Capacity 48

Capacity Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies 48

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 27, 2017

Some drivers may have problems with alcohol, but so long as they are not under the influence, any law requiring testing for substances will reduce the number of available drivers. Big data analysis and the transportation management system (TMS) were set to be paragons of improvement and perfection in 2016.

Modeling Software 48

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2016

As explained by Bruce Tompkins , improving the supply chain includes improving service levels through better inventory management, reducing operating costs, reducing order-cycle time, achieving 100-percent accuracy, improving supply chain security and control, and improving flexibility.

Procurement Analytics 61

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 61

GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

Shippers are focusing on using dimensional pricing to cut down on wasted space, and consolidation of freight has become the new buzzword. This includes reducing dead time and driver-related processes that are not driving. Capacity Is Tight, Not Impossible. Capacity of today’s fleets is tight.

Capacity 49

Capacity Cost Reduction Price Reduction Waste Reduction 49

GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

And while the way you ship and the prices you pay will have a big influence on it, there are other elements involved as well that all need to be looked at. Because all of the activity happens in this transportation management platform, several reports and custom analysis can be created.

Outsourcing 98

Outsourcing Transportation Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

If you’ve read up on the latest topics in the field of data analysis, then you’ve probably encountered the term Prescriptive Analytics. Perhaps most importantly, changing your strategy is nearly impossible. They needed to be agile and understand when to change pricing or suppliers more quickly.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 62

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

As a 3PL who offers a transportation management system we’ve integrated to many ERP software, we view the use of technology as an enablement tool for shippers to cut out unneeded waste and thus add more to the bottom line by saving money from such efficiency. Increased bid competitiveness through pricing accuracy.

Manufacturing Procurement 110

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Solutions 110

GlobalTranz

MAY 9, 2018

To simplify the process, shippers should follow these steps to choosing parcel carriers that work to reduce, not amplify, freight spend. Software that simplifies freight classification, pricing, and freight scheduling. Box, or residential location. Surcharges for shipping.

Cost Reduction 49

Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 49

GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

However, robots are being actively used to reduce the number of staffers within the facilities of logistics operations. Robots will facilitate the transportation of orders to a facility, to a picking robot, to the pallet, to packaging and dimensional pricing, to the loading dock, and to the shipping container.

Price Reduction 65

Price Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Logistics Network Optimization Software 65

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

In fact, we will release next week our first e-book of 2016 (of a monthly series of e-books) which will highlight several areas for shippers to focus on in order to create an effective transportation and logistics management strategy. . Above average increases in freight costs could indicate your expenses are cutting into your bottom line.

Article 55

Article Transportation Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software 55

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

When you work in a position related to supply-chain management, you have lot of practice in having to constantly watch over every step of the process in an attempt to cut down the time, energy or costs that it takes to make, ship and sell your product. Assembly Analysis. Manufacturing Analysis. The Formula.

Cost Reduction 101

Cost Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Material Savings 101

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2015

The latest industry-pricing trend, dimensional weight pricing, or often referred as “DIM Pricing,” calls for LTL freight cost calculations using pounds per cubic foot of space occupied on the truck. Both UPS and FedEx recently announced dimension-weight pricing plans for parcel/small packages effective Dec.

Negotiating Skills 97

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Logistics and Transportation Managers at manufacturers will have reports at their fingertips on how to continue to reduce transportation costs, a heavy portion of the expense budget, by leaning on data to continually improve. Increasing Equipment Uptime. Continuous quality improvement requires sophisticated high tech robot systems.

Manufacturing Procurement 81

Manufacturing Procurement Trends Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 81

GlobalTranz

JUNE 10, 2016

According to Jeff Berman of Logistics Management, 71 percent of shippers believe the greatest focus for small package shipping is cutting costs. Yet, shippers can reduce costs in small package shipping by following these best practices. Yet, shippers can reduce costs in small package shipping by following these best practices.

Price Reduction 51

Price Reduction Packaging Cost Reduction Negotiating Skills 51

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Integrating external factors like consumer price indexes, GDP trends, climate change, and others into the forecast can improve signaling for supply chain design. This calls for treating suppliers as partners in a relationship built on trust and transparency that reduces risk across the supply chain and ensures business continuity.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing 139

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2015

10 Tips to Remain Competitive and Have an Effective Transportation Management Strategy. This is especially relevant for third-party logistics and transportation management service providers, whose service fee is based on reducing cost and streamlining the shipper’s supply chain. Gaining "Shipper of Choice" Status.

Resource Reduction 97

Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

At the same time, as pricing drops it will make those companies that do not adopt these practices obsolete. Cloud-based products are cutting down on the time it takes to install and implement a Transportation management System in an effective way. Reasons to Implement a Transportation Management System.

Expense Reduction 94

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Transportation 94

GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2018

Shippers may consider dimensional pricing models versus freight weight package rates before choosing parcel shipping. How to Make Sure You Are Getting the Best Deal Figuring which mode of shipping to use requires patience and analysis of the costs and savings possible between the two modes.

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Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Freight 61