3PL Links

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Image source: Flickr | Navigating Trends and Projections in Logistics for 2024 The logistics industry is always changing due to fluctuations in the market, technology advancements, and the never-ending quest for efficiency. Growth of E-commerce: E-commerce kept growing, increasing the need for effective logistical services.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

What do shipper’s look for in a logistics partner? Operational excellence, of course. But beyond that, shippers today also expect their logistics partners to provide them with technology solutions, timely and accurate data, and business intelligence and analytics capabilities. How are logistics service providers responding?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

A new year is underway, and what better way to begin our 2023 blog activity than with a summary of the freshest news from the supply chain and logistics theatre? But, of course, with so many cases in such a vastly populated nation, the risk of a new variant emerging to start the whole cycle over again cannot be underestimated.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

JUNE 1, 2023

Logistics, the art, and science of managing the flow of goods, has come a long way since its humble origins. In this captivating article, we delve into the annals of history to explore the most important events that paved the way for the extraordinary development of logistics as we know it today.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Reverse Logistics Solutions | Image Source: dreamstime.com. Reverse logistics is in the same predicament as the product inflow into warehouses 20 years ago, when businesses were more concerned with the product outflow. All businesses are concerned about reverse logistics, regardless of where they are in the supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

a How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 In the realm of ever-fluctuating food prices, a pragmatic revolution is quietly taking place in the shopping carts of budget-conscious consumers.

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The Logistics Academy

JUNE 1, 2018

The IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) plans to adopt an initial greenhouse gas strategy, the first of its kind for the shipping sector whose annual CO2 emissions are slightly higher than the annual emissions of Germany. Setting a common course? Source : [link].

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

And, of course, I will also share how knowing your cost-to-serve will help you to solve those all-too-familiar performance gremlins. Excessive costs can hide anywhere in your company’s service provision or supply chain functions, including manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and customer service.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Updated: 12/03/2023 Logistics and the transportation of goods are very diverse and complex industries. What Are the Modes of Transportation in Logistics? These modes of transport are fundamental and play a significant role in the logistics industry. Why Are the Different Modes of Transportation Important?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

I’ve said it before (right here in Logistics Viewpoints), but it’s worth repeating: the digital transformation of our complex global supply chains is an ongoing journey. That’s when you can course correct in any number of ways that make your business more efficient and your customers happier. Lesson learned.

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10xLogistics

MARCH 24, 2013

At Logistics Viewpoints Adrian Gonzalez writes a post titled: " Forget Innovation, Just Execute Better " and I found this to be extremely interesting on two fronts. The top performers deal with strategy and all others deal with the day to day execution - or so the top consultants will say. Execution is what makes it different.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The first steps, of course, are to understand the challenges you face, prioritise them for action, and consider the resources and help you need to meet and overcome them. Supply Chain and Logistics Knowledge. There are, of course, several ways to achieve a logistics knowledge infusion. Product Availability.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2018

It’s no surprise that the current labor market is presenting a big challenge for organizations within the supply chain. In the supply chain, this means that you can’t expect the same strategies and systems that were effective for the single-channel movement to be effective for the new omni-channel movement. The Eaten Elephant.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 17, 2018

initiative set to encourage commercial investment and an upgrade to the transport infrastructure imminent, there may be no time like the present for enterprises in the ASEAN region to expand ecommerce operations into this fast-developing nation. Considerations for Choosing Between Thai and Cross-Border Logistics. billion (US).

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

For freight brokers and third-party logistics providers, efficiency is king. And in the example of invoices, the unwieldy process of cross-referencing and auditing means that fraud in the logistics business is all too common. For logistics companies, ease of use matters. Key Features: Basic Auditing. contract, bill of ladings).

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

While it may seem counterintuitive that fire is even a risk in spaces designed to maintain cold temperatures, cold storage in fact presents a huge fire hazard for warehouse designers and builders, life safety installation companies and facility owners. So as the demand for refrigerated products grows, so does the need for better fire safety.

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Logistics Problem Solving

JUNE 2, 2017

Every company has logistics problems. Many companies will try to solve their logistics problems internally, but for a variety of reasons, they never quite get solved completely. For example, a routing guide compliance problem could present itself as a carrier billing issue. Three Questions to Evaluate Logistics Software.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Golden Rule #1: Meaningful KPIs Require a Meaningful Strategy. I’ve written many posts on this blog about the importance of having a supply chain strategy aligned with the overall business plan, and why it is a mistake to have misaligned strategies. Golden Rule #6: Choose the Right Method of Presentation.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

In ‘Burning incense at a new altar’ and closing Logistics In War for 2017, I reflected on the state of interest in military logistics and why it was important to the profession of arms right now. Logistics was increasingly a determinant of strategy, while itself remaining influenced by the outcomes of strategic decisions.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Competitor intelligence: Distribution strategies and network designs of your competitors. Of course, it can add up to a vast pool of data, so realistically, access to advanced modelling and analytics tools will be essential to get the most value from it. Sustainability goals: Evaluate options for eco-friendly distribution processes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

Together with TICO, viastore will continue to actively pursue its growth strategy. In recent years, the company has embarked on a successful growth course and, as one of the few companies in the industry worldwide, has consistently relied on software services as an elementary part of its business model.

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Logistics is one of those topics where it easy to get lost in the magnitude of largely organisation-spanning problems. Logistics is one of those topics where it easy to get lost in the magnitude of largely organisation-spanning problems. At present, they aren’t. Logistics and preparedness.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2022

Of course, you will need a team of dedicated IT specialists to keep the system running. To decide which is best for you, take a close look at your business model and determine what option – or combination of options – best accommodates your operating strategy, technology stack and budget. Try a second unit and so on.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Through the course of 2017, and because of my academic research, I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants. Through anecdotes, insights and the narration of history valuable lessons were given by these leaders with respect to a wide variety of strategic issues in Defence logistics.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I have been extremely fortunate to interview a range of senior military officers and public servants through the course of academic research in 2017. Through anecdotes, insights and the narration of history valuable lessons were given by these leaders with respect to a wide variety of strategic issues in Defence logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 27, 2020

Delivering an item to a recipient is the most expensive and time-consuming stage of the entire logistics chain. Dr. Boris Zimmermann from the Fulda University of Applied Sciences and presents possible ways to optimise the delivery process. Of course, always with an eye on a reasonable cost-benefit ratio.”

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Freightos

MARCH 27, 2024

More Resources Home TPM24: Key Takeaways on Geopolitics, Technology and Other Drivers of Ocean Freight in 2024 Judah Levine March 27, 2024 S&P Global’s TPM24 is the major annual North American gathering of shippers, forwarders, carriers and logistic technology providers.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Of course, no disruption comes close to those that have been experienced to date in 2020. However, AI can provide a pathway toward more proactive, responsive management strategies. Meaningful insight is a prescribed series of actions necessary to make a significant dent in total logistics spend or delays. Learn about SONAR SCI.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

Standardise and Digitise The key to managing complexity, of course, is to be organised. Here at Logistics Bureau, we help ecommerce companies to identify and apply the necessary techniques to heighten demand forecasting and become more competitive. Try to establish consistency in the identification of your company’s products.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The main take aways from the presentation earlier this year were the following: The auto industry has made supply chain risk management a priority since the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011. Mr. Niebur’s and Thiessen’s presentation was taped in November of 2021 and then played online in February. Steve: Jan, you have not said much.

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Forto

MARCH 17, 2020

In the world of logistics, small and medium-sized logistics companies in particular have already been feeling the effects of the crisis for several weeks: the high production and transport downtime and level of illness in China has led to delays in the worldwide supply chain. Now the Coronavirus crisis has arrived in Europe. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. Supply chain technology investments were once delegated to a specific function such as procurement or logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 22, 2021

Sustainability is firmly anchored in the company’s corporate strategy. There is a clear commitment to sustainable business practices, and this goal, together with customer satisfaction and profitable growth, forms a triad within the 2027 corporate strategy. Click here to download the report.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

the forklift truck manufacturer which is part of the KION Group, is currently present in 52 countries and pursues the ambitious goal of being successfully represented in 86 markets in the EMEA economic area in the coming years. MV: Of course! MV: Of course, these negotiations are very individual. Baoli EMEA S.p.A. ,

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Core carrier programs and carrier negotiations that once played a fundamental role in shippers’ cost reduction strategies no longer are sufficient.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The following is a 5,000 word exploration of Maersk’s strategic shift to end-to-end logistics services, based on open sources. So three months after an executive meeting on June 23rd , an updated strategy was released, tracking a radical shift into a slimmer Maersk, focused on providing end-to-end logistics services.

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