Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2021

Outsourcing your fulfillment comes with a plethora of benefits , like scoring big on savings and having more time to grow your business. Regardless, saving some pretty pennies was likely one of the driving factors behind your decision to outsource. There’s plenty more where that came from — sign up to our blog newsletter today.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

If you follow our blog, you’ll know that we often post articles about logistics outsourcing. We’ve outlined the pros and cons, discussed the steps in the outsourcing process, looked at mistakes contributing to outsourcing failure, and offered guidance to avoid those errors. Decide in Haste, Repent at Leisure.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

However, if you find that the need to manage logistics is distracting your employees from the tasks they were originally hired for, outsourcing to a 3PL could improve your situation. We can help you objectively assess the benefits and drawbacks of working with a 3PL and help you find and engage one if you decide to outsource logistics.

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Ship Monk

MAY 6, 2021

The answer, of course, is yes! In fact, the bridge between national and international can take an online store from a mom-and-pop shop to a full-blown operation. Of course, this is a huge step for any company, which is why we’ve prepared this easy, breezy checklist for a hijinks-free transition. P.S. Want more tips and tricks?

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Knowing how fleets operate day in and day out will help provide a clear picture of efficiencies. Of course, that all depends on seeing the activities that are occurring, benchmarking current carrier operations and continuously improving. Know your operating ratio . Benchmark your operation against competitors.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. Challenges with current solutions: Outsourcing accounts payable to a third-party provider. When your business operates under tight margins, ensuring that every freight bill is properly accounted for is critical.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. Challenges with current solutions: Outsourcing accounts payable to a third-party provider. When your business operates under tight margins, ensuring that every freight bill is properly accounted for is critical.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Contrary to what its name might imply, reverse logistics really operates in the exact opposite manner by handling numerous consumer returns and, unless a better option exists, may even send them back to suppliers. All businesses are concerned about reverse logistics, regardless of where they are in the supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post, republished with permission, from the Fronetics Supply Chain & Logistics blog. We have enjoyed engaging with Fronetics and their team in social media for quite some time and are avid readers of their blog. To avoid confusion, let’s call 3PL what it is: outsourcing.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

According to Derrick Steiner of Digitalist Magazine , “Today’s leading companies are working very hard to be intelligent enterprises, capable of harnessing the power of end-to-end experience and operational data, to connecting their demand chain with their customers, who are social, mobile and shop in many channels, to their supply chain.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

And that may very well include outsourcing to 3PLs, brokers or other transportation providers as needed, explains the Harvard Business Review. More carriers are pursuing ways to measure profitability per load and track operating ratios. Of course, carriers want their transportation networks to be as profitable as possible.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 22, 2021

Of course, if you’re an eCommerce business owner, your paths are almost guaranteed to cross, even if you never actually step foot inside a fulfillment center. Of course, there’s no way that Carl can take on the responsibility of peddling his goods across county lines — he’s just one man, and he’s got candy to make. Talk to us !

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Locus

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

New-age dispatch software harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to automate several routine tasks in dispatch operations. The routes can be created and customized across either captive, controlled, or outsourced fleets , and can be updated in real-time to incorporate priority deliveries.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

Of course, one of the most problematic results of tight capacity for shippers is the rise in shipping costs. In addition to providing a better and more affordable experience for your customers, outsourcing your supply chain to a third-party also offers some other benefits that are crucial in the current market.

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Envase Technologies

JULY 6, 2021

You should always seek the advice of legal, tax, and licensing professionals before making decisions about your operating status. What Laws at the State and Federal Level Mean for Owner-Operators. B) And that the worker performs work that is outside the usual course of the hiring entity’s business.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 8, 2012

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Please let me know if you have any thoughts on this blog.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

Sometimes I just like to live on the edge, which is definitely a qualifying status for anyone bold enough to make predictions about the future of supply chain operations and management—but I just can’t help myself. Of course that’s really not such a bold prediction to make, since some warehouses are already running dark today.

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10xLogistics

JUNE 11, 2013

There are many theories from transactional "beat them down" relationships (which I do not advocate) to the " Vested Outsourcing " espoused by Kate Vitasek (Which I believe is a great framework for how to manage any third party relationship). And, of course, there is everything in between.

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Kanban Logistics

JUNE 10, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic, of course, has only increased competition for warehouse talent. As we discussed in a recent blog article, the turnover rate among warehouse associates was estimated to be 32.5% Lean on Kanban Logistics to keep your operations running smoothly. A pre-COVID U.S. in 2019 – before the pandemic. Turn to a 3PL.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The answer depends, of course, on your company’s objectives and, particularly, on your customer service promises. Orders Out of Chaos When Amazon warehouse operatives place items into a storage location, they scan the barcode on each item to be put away and then scan another barcode on the storage location itself.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Yes, the need for shipping demand analytics is not new and was echoed in 2013 by Industry Week , “Relying on traditional supply chain execution systems is becoming increasingly more difficult, with a mix of global operating systems, pricing pressures and ever-increasing customer expectations.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2017

This topic surfaced again for me last week when my friend Kate Vitasek (architect of the Vested® business model for supplier and company innovation) published a great blog post titled, Learning is Hard; Un-learning is Harder! Perverse Incentives in Outsourcing Agreements. Apple: Still a Penny Wise and Pound Foolish? Time for a New RFP.

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 21, 2019

From energy efficiency to sustainable operations, there are endless ways to help our mother nature. On your behalf, you can choose more environmentally conscious carriers or outsource your logistics to the companies that can manage load consolidation. Of course, a complete change of packing materials can take time and investments.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

We’ve covered ecommerce KPIs in detail in recent blogs, and no doubt you already know whether you’ve hit your BFCM numbers. Could outsourcing to a third party logistics (3PL) provider help? Robust data analytics programs help them turn raw data into usable insights that will inform planning for next year.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2017

Today's blog is a continuation of yesterday's where we discussed cost management and KPIs with warehousing contracts using a real-world scenario. Currently, the real estate for all these warehouse is owned by our client, and the operations are completely outsourced to multiple 3PL players. KPIs Question 1. 3PL Answer 1.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Reverse logistics refers to all operations related to the reuse of products and materials. Only when these criteria are met can a return logistics operation be considered truly “integrated.” Of course, customers may opt to complete a return in-person. Integration Can Decrease Your Return Logistics Costs.

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Freight Center

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

This helps keep operations running smoothly during periods of transition or uncertainty. Of course, freight shipping has drifted into the digital age just like almost everything else in the modern economy. The digital advantages mean nothing without the human touch that truly makes e-commerce operate well. The Human Touch.

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2016

The advent of cost-effective, outsourced suppliers and real-time supply chain data generated by public cloud architecture and wirelessly connected sensors create a kind of information overload. After all, the new landscape bears so little resemblance to the old that large shifts seem the best course of action. It makes sense.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

Managers should consider an appropriate combination of company-owned & outsourced transportation to meet their needs. One of the reasons that transportation supply chain visibility does not get the attention it deserves is because as a process, supply chain visibility requires true system integration operating between many elements.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

In many cases, quite rightly so. But that view often results in an understaffed and undermanaged approach to supply chain operations. It will typically be a choice between hiring logistics professionals, investing in relevant training and education for existing staff, or outsourcing your freight management activity.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Technology Services. Application Management.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 12, 2012

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs.

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Forto

JANUARY 15, 2020

Because of the increased sales of course. . 3 Outsource your logistics to a freight forwarder. Focus on your core business and outsource the logistics to a freight forwarder that understands your e-commerce needs and frees you up. . You can also read up on more content on our blog. But why the hassle of an extra set up?

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 7, 2012

Outsourcing Services. Application Outsourcing. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Thanks for your pun intended run away blog of the pulse.

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Locus

MARCH 13, 2024

Understanding what this status means is essential for retailers to manage operations, enhance customer communication, and ensure a smooth delivery process. Now with an outsourced fleet, retailers cannot track the performance of these carriers and have to rely on whatever the third party tells them and of course time of delivery.

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