Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Navigating the complex landscape of importation, particularly from Asia to the U.S., requires a rock-solid freight forwarder. The right partner can be a game-changer for your import operations. So, how do you sift through the noise to find the best? Here’s a checklist of 10 indispensable attributes to keep in mind. Seasoned Expertise with a Dash of Flexibility You’re not just looking for a freight forwarder with years of experience; you want one that’s adaptable.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2023

If you’re a distributor, you know that fleet performance has a direct impact on your financial performance, your ability to differentiate yourself from the competition, and your ability to deliver an enhanced customer experience. What separates the leaders from the laggards in the industry? What are some signs that a distributor may not be employing.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The numbers are in, and once again Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales beat expectations, both online and in-store. Black Friday online sales reached a record $9.8 billion, according to Adobe Analytics , up 7.5% from 2022. Cyber Monday online sales were even stronger at $12.4 billion, a 9.6% increase from 2022. Total sales for the 5-day weekend (in-store and online) showed 2.5% YoY growth.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Ambitious logistics fulfilment specialist Europa Warehouse has fully achieved Customs Warehouse Authorisation by HMRC, marking the next major step in its warehouse investment programme to better support the pain points of traditional and ecommerce retailers. This latest authorisation means that Europa Warehouse is authorised to store general goods that are subject to customs and VAT.

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Loginext

DECEMBER 13, 2023

This article underscores the significance of incorporating last-mile delivery software solutions within the logistics sector. The post Revolutionizing Logistics by unraveling the Secrets of Last Mile Delivery appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Cyzerg

DECEMBER 15, 2023

With the rise of cloud WMS , warehouse management will undergo a transformative shift. Cloud WMS brings enhanced visibility, scalability, and flexibility to warehouse operations, enabling businesses to streamline processes and maximize efficiency. This article will explore the benefits of cloud-based WMS and its potential to revolutionize warehouse operations.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Reliable order fulfillment is a linchpin of customer satisfaction for online sellers. Orders that are late, wrong or damaged can lose you a customer for life. That’s why selecting a reliable 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) provider can be such a pivotal decision. And the search process for the right partner often starts with a 3PL RFP, or Request for Proposal. 3PL RFPs for order fulfillment services require careful planning.

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Pat’s comments on my last post reminded me of another post I had written a decade (!!!) ago titled Learning to See in 2013 *. I think it is time for reflection and an update. That being said, I think the 2013 post has actually aged pretty well. I don’t see anything in it I would retract, just some things to further clarify or amplify. Of course that implies that we (our community) is still largely stuck in the same groove we were a decade ago.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Itamar Zur and Joe Lynch discuss reinventing ecommerce shipping. Ita is the Co-founder and CEO of Veho , a company dedicated to driving commerce forward with a customer-centric delivery and returns experience that’s built for the modern era. About Itamar Zur Itamar Zur founded Veho based on the belief that getting a package should be a pleasure.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As hard as it is to believe, another year is coming to an end. This was certainly another interesting year from a logistics and supply chain standpoint, as we saw the emergence of generative AI take center stage. We also saw a lot of technological advances in transportation, warehousing, supply chain planning, robotics, and last mile delivery, just to name a few.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Reliable order fulfillment is a linchpin of customer satisfaction for online sellers. Orders that are late, wrong or damaged can lose you a customer for life. That’s why selecting a reliable 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) provider can be such a pivotal decision. And the search process for the right partner often starts with a 3PL RFP, or Request for Proposal. 3PL RFPs for order fulfillment services require careful planning.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It was a beautiful, sunny afternoon, and we were headed to one of our favorite weekend getaway destinations. My plan to get there was pretty straightforward; I knew the best route and all the usual traffic patterns, so we set out on what should have been a two-hour drive. Four hours later, we finally arrived, Read more The post Effective Supply Chain Planning Is All In The Data appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Lindsay Watt and Joe Lynch discuss winning capacity management. Lindsay is the VP of Product at Parade , a capacity management platform that helps freight brokerages win more business. About Lindsay Watt Lindsay Watt is the VP of Product at Parade, a capacity management platform that helps freight brokerages win more business. Lindsay is a seasoned product leader who was Head of Product at Convoy and built multiple products as a Principal Product Manager while at Amazon, including the Amazon Sco

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-competitive, omni-channel world, warehouses play a critical role in maximizing service and fulfilling the ambitious customer promises that are required today. Warehouses also represent an enormous cost center. Companies annually spend about $325 billion on warehousing — and 85% of that cost goes to operating expenses that include labor, space and equipment.

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Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 11, 2023

FMCSA speaks up after "misstatements" about TQL being raided or "compelled" to provide rate transparency after a pitched battle with Florida hauler Dakota Springfields.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Did you know that there is an Excel World Championship — “the Olympics of competitive ‘spreadsheeting’?” I didn’t until I read about it in the Wall Street Journal this week. As Robert McMillan reported: Thrills were off the charts at the main tournament, where rivals battled for the Excel championship over three 30-minute sessions that. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (December 15, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Organizations that embrace and invest in vulnerability prioritization and remediation, and utilize an asset-centric approach, will be better positioned to navigate the ever-changing threat landscape.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 11, 2023

I’ve completed research on supply chain planning (SCP) boutiques. My colleague Clint Reiser has completed a study on warehouse management system (WMS) boutiques. We are teaming up to bring you the coolest supply chain boutiques, listed alphabetically, that we identified through those studies. What is a boutique? A boutique is a small, regionally focused system integration and consulting firm.

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Food Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

If 2023 was the cusp of a transformation for 3PLs, 2024 will be the era of implementation. It's time for 3PL providers to decide what technology and strategy is going to propel them forward to a sustainable and efficient future.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As we head into 2024, it’s important to remember (and apply!) the important lessons learned from the past few years, especially those in response to the Covid pandemic. One of the key lessons learned is the importance of creating a resilient supply chain. As the authors of a July 2021 Boston Consulting Group article state, Read more The post Bringing Together Supply Chain and Logistics Collaboration with Business Networks appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 14, 2023

House Highways and Transit subcommittee Republicans took a Wednesday hearing opportunity in part to attack DOT agency heads over pursuit of "ancillary policies" like the speed-limiter mandate not prioritized in 2021 infrastructure funding legislation.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Christmas tree prices are rising. This is to be expected, as everything gets more expensive every year. The big question is how much more expensive will my tree be this year, and why? The majority of experts agree that natural Christmas tree prices will be about 10 to 15 percent higher this year than last year. For many families, the ongoing higher prices have made them at alternatives, such as artificial trees.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

TransLink, the transportation network of Metro Vancouver (British Columbia, Canada) is introducing renewable diesel into its bus fleet as a cleaner fuel option in order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Renewable diesel comes from organic waste, such as used cooking oil, waste animal fats or vegetable oils. As a low-carbon fuel, renewable diesel offers […] The post Canada’s Metro Vancouver Bus Fleet Transitioning to Renewable Diesel Fuel appeared first on NGT News.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Two decades ago relatively few companies were shipping via parcel. It was a niche mode appropriate for only a small segment of the market. Fast forward to today with the explosive growth of e-commerce, especially since the pandemic, and parcel shipping is now a critical mode of transportation for retailers, as well as for many. Read more The post Parcel Shipping Best Practices appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The 1981 Peterbilt has been owned by Ron Kelsey for 40 years, amassing more than 4.1 million miles. The truck was named the Working Bobtail champ in Overdrive's 2023 Pride & Polish.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Now more than ever, organizations must prepare their supply chain for the present and the unknown challenges and opportunities in the future. And even before they begin, they must realize these problems are too big for any single team—supply chain must connect with finance and procurement to treat the n-tier suppliers as an extended part of their network and become their preferred customer.

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NGT News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has delivered four all-electric, purpose-built Type A Nano BEAST school buses to Cabell, Clay, Monongalia and Kanawha counties in West Virginia. The deliveries followed the rollout of the first manufactured all-electric school buses from the company’s South Charleston manufacturing […] The post GreenPower Delivers Four Electric Buses to West Vir

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Supply chain orchestration entails a higher level of digital maturity and connectivity to standardize and integrate internal, partner and third-party contextual data in a real-time, continuous flow.

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