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What is Reverse Logistics?

GlobalTranz

Remanufacturing and refurbishing activities also may be included in the definition of reverse logistics.”. With ecommerce sales expanding into more non-traditional, oversized items (like refrigerators and other appliances), shippers need to be prepared for the incoming boom of returns. Imagine this scenario.

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Produce Season and How It Affects Capacity

Blue Grace Logistics

This, in turn, results in an increased demand for refrigerated and dry vans. . This, of course, needs to happen before a carrier can consider taking on new freight. . According to data from the USDA, national refrigerated spot rates were up 28 percent (25 percent not counting diesel costs) over the same week last year.

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Vendor Managed Inventory Model for Supply Chain Cost Reductions

GlobalTranz

The manufacturer has access to the distributor’s inventory data and is responsible for generating purchase orders. Vendor Managed Inventory Model : The manufacturer receives electronic data ( usually via EDI or the Internet) that tells him the distributor’s sales and stock levels. The distributor maintains the inventory plan.