Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. LLMs fueling data-driven decision-making LLMs have stormed the tech landscape in recent years, and their applications in supply chain management are nothing short of transformative.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 24, 2015

However, one of the most important aspects of supply chain strategies is often overlooked: the reverse supply chain (also referred to as reverse logistics ). A reverse logistics strategy provides a path for removing the existing equipment to make way for the next era of equipment in the case of end of life products or new upgrdes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Webinars Show Submenu Resources. How to Utilize Data to Drive Planning Changes and Improve OTD & Fill Rates. With persistent disruptions to the supply chain, having transparency to accurate data is crucial in forecasting, being able to stay agile, and combatting interruptions. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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Locus

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Diving deep into these swirling waters, Brian McLean, Director of Sales for North America at Locus, offered enlightening insights in a recent InFocus Webinar. This mindset stops businesses from draining resources, money, and energy in an area that doesn’t bolster profitability. Considering a revamp of your reverse logistics?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Mark Derks, BlueGrace Chief Marketing Officer June 23, 2023 In the dynamic and ever-evolving logistics landscape, having access to accurate and timely data is essential. Mark Derks, BlueGrace Chief Marketing Officer June 23, 2023 In the dynamic and ever-evolving logistics landscape, having access to accurate and timely data is essential.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

However, logistics professionals can get ahead of the curve by knowing what trends to expect in the coming year that will require a reevaluation of logistics strategy in 2018. As a result, logistics professionals will need to work faster, harder and with fewer resources to meet rising demand and stay competitive. Download ebook.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The integration of real-time data and analytics into contract structures is not just innovative—it’s becoming essential. In essence, the journey towards digitalized, data-driven freight contracting is both a challenge and an opportunity. Join the conversation during our webinar on Thursday or visit us at TPM.

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Conger

MARCH 28, 2024

Technologies like artificial intelligence continue to enhance these capabilities to become more attractive and allow new visualizations and data collection standards. Telematics collect and transmit vehicle speed, mileage, and fuel consumption data, while GPS allows precise location tracking.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

We recently held a webinar with our partners at Oliver Wight to address these questions, covering the most common obstacles companies face when adopting IBP. Other reviews (prepared for decision-making versus attending for receiving information) are shared by the owners of each strategy element/pillar. Let’s explore them below.

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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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Locus

MARCH 6, 2023

Companies need to optimize their supply chain to reduce costs and improve their bottom line. To throw light on the issue, Locus recently hosted a webinar featuring Ali Aarafat, Regional Director, SEA, Locus, and Wahyu K. However, finding the right carrier can be a daunting task that consumes valuable time and resources.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Although supply chains are starting to normalize and rebound, COVID-19 exposed a lot of weaknesses and led shippers to gain a better understanding of the importance of data portfolios, which is the primary purpose of outsourced logistics solutions. Visibility and data remain top-value propositions that outsourced logistics entities solve for.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Patrick gives us some insight into workplace efficiency and how to reduce waste. . The lean concept, itself, is a strategy created to simplify, organize and optimize a working environment. Targeting Workplace Efficiency and Reducing Waste . Any cuts made serve to engage more efficient channels of task accomplishment. .

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

With this same principle applied there cannot be one standard transportation budget methodology applied while planning for 2021 The ability to respond to these challenges will determine the future strategies required in 2021 to ensure recovery and possible profitable performance. Finalizing Your 2021 Freight Budget Webinar October 21.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Confidence Index™ Offers Supply Chain Insights Ahead of 2023 Show Submenu Resources. It’s a resource that can forwardly measure anticipated organizational growth, renewal and resiliency.”. The LCI supports improved performance through logistics and transportation operations, strategy, and execution. The Logistics Blog®.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Streamlining and digitizing data and automating internal and external operations increases the efficiency of the whole industry. Streamlining and digitizing data and automating internal and external operations increases the efficiency of the whole industry. Automation and digitization are the first step towards digital transformation.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

We recently held a webinar with our partners at Oliver Wight to address these questions, covering the most common obstacles companies face when adopting IBP. Other reviews (prepared for decision-making versus attending for receiving information) are shared by the owners of each strategy element/pillar. Let’s explore them below.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Thanks to data gathering programs, supply chain software , and data entry applications, this represents a mountain of data, which has the potential to provide ground-breaking insight into how to improve business-model efficiency. What Is Supply Chain Big Data? How Does Big Data Improve a Supply Chain?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 20, 2023

Expanding Business In A Slow Economy Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 20, 2023 Logistics Firms Forced to Adjust Post-COVID Dan Ronan, Sr. More recently, it has had to adjust its strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S. Over the years, Amazon’s strategy to tackle counterfeit goods focused on providing data to law enforcement and taking aggressive enforcement actions against counterfeit sellers.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

When you want to drive down your logistics and transportation spend, the very first thing that you need is freight and transportation data. Without hard data, you can’t take action. When enterprises try to act in the absence of data, they are usually guessing and won’t get the results they need. Invest in Technology.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. Reducing the environmental impact of producing and transporting produce is a major concern.

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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. The Formula. Reshoring Spurred By Better DFMA.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2015

There are several factors that exist today that are forcing shippers to use even more resources, which distract from their core competencies , in order to have a strategic and much more nuanced, complex transportation management practice. 10 Tips to Remain Competitive and Have an Effective Transportation Management Strategy.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Not only can a company provide more information about a shipment to their customers in the way of tracking and delivery information – a must in this ‘instant gratification’ era - but they can also use the data from this system to improve the overall experience of their company. Inventory Reductions and Improvements.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These LTL embargoes are a short-term solution to allowing carriers to immediately reduce the stress on their networks. As such, carriers can better allocate their assets and determine how to go about reducing the massive strain on resources and effectively divvying up such resources to move freight throughout the country.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2018

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “How to Optimize Full Truckload Shipping Through Technology & Best Practices” white paper! This is a must read for those are looking to reduce Full Truckload costs and optimize full truckload shipping in order to do more with less.

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Parade

JANUARY 21, 2021

Capacity Management is a data-driven workflow that enables you to automate the finding and booking of the best carriers for your loads at the right moment -- which gives your team the ability to expand capacity, scale bandwidth, and grow business. We recently hosted a webinar walking through the topics below. Why “Capacity Management”?

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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. The latest LCI forecasts an upwards trend for Q2.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

A strategy that encompasses all allows decision-makers the visibility to see concerns early on and respond promptly. An end to end supply chain strategy allows companies to see and tailor their mechanisms within the supply chain. What parts can be reused or recycled to better manage resources? 5 Areas for Reorganization.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2015

Big data utilization is the wave of the future for all aspects of business including supply chain management. The problem is that not every company has the resources to begin the process of big data management and have yet to see the extent of benefits it can provide to analyze and use such data management.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2018

Manufacturers are looking for ways to explore new technologies, reinvent manufacturing strategy, enhance troubleshooting, bringing manufacturing closer to consumer and levy the power of intelligent tools to streamline operations and cut costs. This, in turn, reduces hiring and retention costs and promotes a positive company culture.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2018

Data-driven analytics enables you to make cost-effective transportation decisions. However for most shippers, parcel spend is poorly understood because shipping data is often locked up in point solution silos, such as carrier-provided systems and websites, in a variety of different formats. But no longer.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Ultimately, the index is built to provide shippers with relevant data that they can use to improve customer experience, logistics capacity management and budgeting. The benchmarks assessed from the index are designed to provide shippers predictive insight into what could be expected in future market cycles, according to Lockard. In fact, 65.8

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2017

The answer is simple; shippers must track the right data. Knowing the proper metrics and data points to track promotes cost-effective shipping practices and can improve vendor, carrier and consumer relationships, reports Merrill Douglas of Inbound Logistics. Percent of Internal Resources Used. On-Time Performance.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 24, 2023

Implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a great place to start digitization of your manufacturing or distribution business to centralize all your data and streamline your operations for greater efficiency. Building a business case can help develop strategies to achieve buy-in from the top down.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2017

However, the digital supply chain has grown increasingly reliant on the use of “smart technologies,” such as those involved in automated data capture, analyses and the Internet of Things (IoT). How Do Companies Prevent Bad Data From Causing Issues? It is time to think about the difference between good data and bad data.

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