Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Multi-carrier shipping strategies also need rules in place related to delivery time requirements, special conditions (hazmat, refrigeration, etc.), A growing number of shippers now embrace the gig economy to get orders to customers, for example. Walmart, for example, offers logistics services to competitors.

Price Reduction 116

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Capacity 116

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Remanufacturing and refurbishing activities also may be included in the definition of reverse logistics.”. For example, the reverse logistics process includes the management and the sale of surplus as well as returned equipment and machines from the hardware leasing business. How to Optimize Your Return Logistics Through Integration.

Reverse logistics 84

Reverse logistics Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings 84

Trinity Logistics

MAY 24, 2024

For example, some policies may dictate that the truck must travel within a specific radius only and cannot be left unattended unless in a secured lot. Unfortunately, the definition of “secured lot” is wide-ranging and debatable. Diverted items do not stay in one place for long, making it difficult to track and recover the cargo.

Cargo 77

Cargo Digital Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction 77

247 Customs Broker

MARCH 12, 2018

Historically, the working definition of lights out is a facility without people. The long-time leader remains freezer and even refrigerated facilities. That’s a major factor changing the traditional definition of lights out. The question is: How can we make a functional area as lights out as possible?”

Supply Chain Software 28

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation 28

Ship Monk

JULY 7, 2022

As online shoppers, we see examples of minimum order quantity everywhere. This article will define minimum order quantity, show you some examples, and help you decide if it’s the right strategy for the type of items you sell online. Minimum Order Quantity Definition. It’s that pop-up in your shopping cart that says, “Add $17.96

Purchasing Skills 86

Purchasing Skills eCommerce Ordering Negotiating Skills 86

Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2023

For example, the same store may sell soft drinks in liter bottles, single-serve refrigerated bottles, six-packs, 12-packs, and cases of 24. If customers don’t want to pay the high price-per-ounce for a refrigerated single serving, they have plenty of other options. There’s a formula for that!

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Inventory Reduction Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 52

247 Customs Broker

APRIL 12, 2018

No longer restricted to holding inventory meant for their end users, for example, retailers are procuring goods from multiple global sources and often turning to their suppliers to drop ship orders to their customers. For example, Deutsche Post AG’s DHL is testing “swarming” robots at one of its facilities, and Quiet Logistics Inc.

Distribution 28

Distribution Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Procurement Solutions 28