Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 17, 2022
D2C merchants will break the bank to create programs that connect customers with their brands and build loyalty. Then they’ll ship products out using uninspired packaging in plain brown boxes to create a totally generic, totally forgettable brand experience. What a disconnect! And what a wasted opportunity.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 22, 2022
With the continuing rise in eCommerce sales, parcel shipping cost and capacity constraints have become big headaches for online sellers. Skyrocketing rates and volume caps may have you seeking alternatives to FedEx, UPS, and USPS – sometimes referred to as the “Big Three” in fulfillment circles. While regional parcel carriers may not offer an ideal solution for every parcel shipping situation, they have provided some brands with welcome relief.
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Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 17, 2022
I recently changed continents and realized that my favorite hair styler wouldn’t work in the U.S., so I went online to order it. It is one of those high-end brands with global recognition, and to my surprise, the manufacturer’s own website did not have any stock and no indication on when it would be available. I was hoping the retail chains carrying this brand had some in their stores, but after checking 10+ retailers, to my surprise, it was nowhere to be found, and the only website that h
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 2, 2022
The Mary Kay Supply Chain with Michael Ringsdorf. Michael Ringsdorf and Joe Lynch discuss the Mary Kay supply chain. Michael is the Vice President Transportation & Logistics at Mary Kay , one of the most enduring, successful direct sellers of personal beauty products in the world for more than 55 years. About Michael Ringsdorf. Michael Ringsdorf is the experienced Vice President of Transportation & Logistics with a demonstrated history of working for a global company in the direct sales
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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 30, 2022
Demand for warehouse facilities in urban areas has increased as e-commerce giants launch same-day delivery services. This eventually fueled the industrial racking systems’ demand in North America. The acceleration during COVID and now with higher gas prices ensures the trend and demand for industrial racking and shelves will continue. According to the new report published […].
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Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
MARCH 15, 2022
This blog focuses on bus systems and other types of public transit, rail, and their practices for spare parts management.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 9, 2022
Industry buzzwords come and go, but one phrase that has stuck – and is pushing shippers to rethink their fulfillment strategies – is “omnichannel.” And while the term may have made Gartner’s list of overused marketing words as far back as 2014, omnichannel is holding its own in a world where customers expect to have a seamless experience across all sales channels through omnichannel fulfillment services.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 3, 2022
Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. Today, successful companies are those who can make a great idea come true and create an organization to support its implementation. To do this, they must be able to adapt quickly, to rapidly get their offer on the market and to exploit changes in the market. The COVID-19 pandemic separated the wheat from the chaff, where companies who were able to immediately respond to the surprise massive upturn in online growth coming out clearly ahead.
Now, That's Logistics
MARCH 23, 2022
The port congestion, container shortage and transportation delays that emerged in 2021 followed shippers right into 2022 and have shown no immediate signs of stopping. This has put companies in the position of once again having to put more time and effort into forecasting, planning, budgeting and generally just thinking way ahead when securing ocean freight capacity for their imports and exports.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Logistics Matter
MARCH 10, 2022
As we have witnessed over the last two years, when functioning correctly, global supply chains broaden access to critical medicines for billions around the world. Yet any number of situations, from macro events like the ongoing pandemic, the 2010 volcanic eruption in Iceland, geopolitical instability, or simply patient misunderstandings, can lead to expensive and often […].
Food Logistics
MARCH 28, 2022
This award recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers in the cold food and beverage industry.
Parade
MARCH 7, 2022
We love to shine a spotlight on transportation and logistics companies that are making waves with new technology, bringing the supply chain into the future, and helping companies meet their goals. Today, we’re handing out a round of applause for the folks at Tai TMS, one of our TMS partners. Tai TMS Helps Brokerages of All Sizes Scale Tai TMS’s dedicated team is constantly innovating, finding new ways to help their brokerage customers succeed.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 4, 2022
Warehouse picking involves retrieving items from a shelf or bin and moving them to a packing area before shipment. Choosing the right method for your business can easily drive a 6-figure annual labor savings.
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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 9, 2022
A few weeks ago, I wrote an article on the benefits of time slot management. In that article, I highlighted the importance of the network effect on time slot management and related technologies, as well as the main benefits of a time slot management application. Time slot management helps to organize warehouse resources to prepare for an incoming truck.
Truck News
MARCH 18, 2022
The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) has worked in collaboration with federal, provincial and territorial regulators for more than 10 years, to shape an electronic logging device (ELD) mandate that will improve safety for the general public, as well as compliance with regulations. Working together, we learned from the mistakes made in the […].
Logistics Matter
MARCH 6, 2022
If the COVID pandemic has done one thing, it has changed how we look at working from home. In most countries, COVID is under control and offices are open for business again. What I’m hearing around me is that many people don’t want to go back to the office full time. They like the flexibility […].
Food Logistics
MARCH 30, 2022
Changing needs in the logistics space generates new questions for shippers, like whether they should use LTL or FTL freight services.
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This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.
Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
MARCH 17, 2022
The 5 biggest last-mile delivery challenges that disrupt supply chains and how NextBillion.ai can help to solve them.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 15, 2022
PureKana is a wellness company that markets a variety of hemp-derived CBD products. At a time when the company was growing fast and even assuming order fulfillment responsibility for acquired companies, its fulfillment services partner struggled to provide the needed support.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 1, 2022
The supply squeeze on the U.S. economy tightened further in February, indicating no relief for domestic producers and pointing to persistent inflationary pressures.
AIMMS
MARCH 4, 2022
There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. The Dutch Delta Program Commissioner used analytics to prevent flooding and was recognized with the 2013 Edelman Award. Most recently, we encountered Angel Flight West , a non-profit organization that is using AIMMS to optimize flight routes for families in need.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an
Logistics Matter
MARCH 27, 2022
My passion for logistics didn’t reveal itself until I visited a warehouse during a Logistics Management course when I studied Business Administration at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. That and my reading of Eliyahu Goldratt’s book The Goal sealed it for me. I needed to be in logistics and have loved it ever since. LEGO […].
Overdrive Online
MARCH 9, 2022
With diesel hitting all-time price highs this week, a majority of owners assessed fuel/maintenance cost inflation measured against revenue and noted the latter was starting to lag, despite efforts to combat dramatic cost pressures.
Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
MARCH 9, 2022
Read this telematics RFP checklist for tips on selecting an EV-friendly telematics provider.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MARCH 29, 2022
Amware, in conjunction with Internet Retailer (Digital Commerce 360), posed this question and others to 100 companies who ship 3,000 or more packages monthly.
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One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 2, 2022
For many businesses, the past year exposed the fragility of their cash flow and working capital. The pandemic, coupled with supply chain disruptions and erratic consumer demand, wreaked havoc on companies facing both internal and external pressures.
NGT News
MARCH 25, 2022
The Harbor Commissions of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have each adopted spending plans for the Clean Truck Fund (CTF) rate program, a key component of the ports’ Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP). The plans, approved separately by each port, target the development and deployment of zero-emission (ZE) trucks and infrastructure, and […]. The post Clean Truck Fund Plans Approved by Two California Ports’ Harbor Commissions appeared first on NGT News.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 9, 2022
With the growth of large footprint warehouses, distribution centers, and large 3PLs, one of the most crucial decisions in the initial design phase of a machine is the selection of the control system. Traditionally, PLCs have been used for the automation of industrial processes and the control of machinery. PCs have been used for operations […].
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