Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Earlier this month my colleagues and I published our 2022 Supply Chain Predications. One of my predictions within that article is that inflation will hinder supply chain resiliency efforts. Companies can save on taxes by accounting for higher inventory costs, resulting in smaller profit margins and lower taxable income.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

With a strong track record in developing independent freight forwarding businesses, he also spent ten years at JE Bernard as global key account director and was a director at Kuehne+Nagel. Technology has been a huge enabler of the company’s growth, and will continue to be so.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

What accounts for FourKites Growth? I attended my first Visibility conference in 2020. But in my mind, it is the growing granularity of the visibility that FourKites provides that is most noteworthy. This in large part is what accounts for the huge amounts of data collected by the FourKites solution. How Do You Spell ROI?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 12, 2019

My first logistics job was at an airport. I was hired as an accountant for an on-demand air charter operator that moved executives and high priority freight. When I started my company, we were 100% asset-based and all of our drivers were company employees. [04:25] From my experience in air freight, trucking, brokerage, etc.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

I’m a supply chain industry analyst, so naturally my takeaways are influenced by my coverage area. Agriculture currently accounts for 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The order management system now must account for not just the sale of the product, but the details and timing of the related services.

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Stord

APRIL 24, 2024

The End of “Where Is My Order” Tickets AI functionality integrated with order management and customer support systems could significantly boost consumer satisfaction. Ben Daugherty, Senior Account Executive Smarter Inventory Forecasting Historically, inventory forecasting has challenged most growing brands.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Outlining her approach to the role, Katzen says: “I am dedicated to bringing successful and practical methods and solutions to my work with new customers. I love working for this cutting-edge company as its core values are extremely client-centric.”

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

How will this impact my customers? How will this impact my revenue? How will this impact my team in the office and in the field? How will this impact my daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting? Do reporting procedures need to be adjusted to account for the new change?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

According to Digital Commerce 360 , Amazon accounts for 42 percent of e-commerce. But that is exactly my point. Transportation costs account for a large percentage of costs. My colleagues Chris and Steve focus on last-mile transportation. ” But more difficult to determine is the profitability of e-commerce operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As part of the senior leadership team, Williford will focus on setting the sales and account management strategy, planning, performance analysis, and customer operations for BlueGrace’s 3PL Service office locations including Tampa, Phoenix, Chicago, Chattanooga, and Atlanta.

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Envase Technologies

JANUARY 27, 2023

My job title is Supervisor of the Fuel Department, but I started as a Business Development Representative, moved to the Account Manager position, then to Department Supervisor. I practice yoga 3-4 times a week, and love to go outside to hike, snowshoe, and ride our four-wheelers whenever we (my husband and I) get a chance.

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The Lean Thinker

JUNE 8, 2018

My next pages of notes I took at Menlo were about crafting a message for a Kata Geek audience – what is it about Menlo’s process and culture that is relevant to them (you?). I do not pretend to speak for Rich or anyone else, I was simply consolidating my own thoughts by using a possible talk as a vehicle for myself.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 2, 2024

Upon receiving a job offer from our partner company, Deon said “This is the greatest day of my life.” Being at Rent the Runway has been more than just a job for me; it’s been an opportunity to learn something new every day and I feel happy when I get my job done well. Deon From Intern to Valued Employee.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In my new position I will try to contribute to this by focusing on: strategies offered by stand-out projects that increase our customers’ competitiveness, as well as our product knowledge and care.”. The objective is to turn AR Racking into the leading supplier of storage solutions in all these markets in which we are present.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 10, 2022

My strategy to help make a difference while working at ShipMonk is to bring the knowledge I have gained over the last 16 months at Ruby Has prior to the merger-acquisition. I can also bring to ShipMonk, not only my ideas from my previous work experience, but my general passion for innovation as well.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

My colleague Fox Chen and I just kicked-off the update to ARC Advisory Group’s research on the global mobile warehouse robotics market. Please contact your account manager or Conrad Hanf ( chanf@arcweb.com ) if you would like further information about this study. Fox is located in Singapore, and I am in Boston.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

I FEAR OF LOSING MY ROLE IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT. Or if you want to be more “hands-off” you can outsource your TMS with a 3PL that provides software, account management, and use of their carrier relationships and rates. TMS HESITANCY 3: MY BUSINESS IS TOO SMALL. GET MY FREE SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS. No business is too small!

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 19, 2023

There are a few steps that make up payment processing, which impacts how long it takes for money to make it from a customer’s account and into your business’s. Authentication The first step of the process is to authenticate payment details to verify the customer’s account. How can I optimize my payment processing for efficiency?

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

JUNE 2, 2022

In spring 2021, I was busy writing my Bachelor’s thesis. My main task was to take the delivered goods from the warehouse and place them on the shelves. During my work, I noticed that all goods were delivered on wooden pallets. The HPE (Bundesverband Holzpackmittel, Paletten, Exportverpackung e.V. link] [link].

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2017

This image comes to my mind when I am partnering with my colleague, Joe Lynch of The Logistics of Logistics , helping clients stand out in the crowded third-party logistics space (3PL). For instance, what is your personality type and how can you leverage your strengths while accounting for you blind spots? They are uncovered.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. In my own defense, things kind of took off after 2014. Well, I am saying it.

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Envase Technologies

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Get to know this month’s Envase Team Member Spotlight: Nate Reed, Account Manager for Profit Tools at Envase Technologies. Account Manager/Customer Success – I really enjoy helping customers grow their business through the solutions and services we provide. How long have you worked at Envase? PT since May 2013! If you know you know.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 22, 2023

I enjoy two things about my job: coming up with solutions with my team to solve problems, and when new ShipMonk features (which were once just words or thoughts) go live as real, usable things that make people’s lives easier. No, but my organization and management skills brought me this opportunity. My coworkers.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software eCommerce Logistics Study 52

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 26, 2022

During my undergraduate studies, I took several subjects related to cost accounting, in which we were taught the different methods of valuing inventories, and I thought it would be interesting to explain them briefly in the blog as I find them useful to learn how to value warehouse stock. FIFO VS LIFO. WAC (Weighted Average Cost).

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

There will be less of a need to call or email your customer service rep or sales rep asking, “Where’s my shipment? Has my shipment cleared? Is my shipment on time?’ –because you’ll have instant access to those answers 24/7. Other Features Real-time data and analytics, automated reports, statements of account.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

There will be less of a need to call or email your customer service rep or sales rep asking, “Where’s my shipment? Has my shipment cleared? Is my shipment on time?’ –because you’ll have instant access to those answers 24/7. Real-time data and analytics, automated reports, statements of account. Other Features.

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Penske Move Ahead

MARCH 11, 2024

I’d like to thank the talented and diverse team at Penske, who shares my passion for collaboration, mentorship and continuous improvement.” “I’m thrilled to accept this recognition alongside so many outstanding women in transportation,” said Maier.

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Stord

APRIL 16, 2019

Read our profile of Alex, Account Executive, to learn why he chose to build his career at STORD. This was my professional introduction to the supply chain world, and it didn’t take long for me to realize that I wanted to pursue a career in the industry. My favorite part of my time at STORD is seeing our growth firsthand.

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 9, 2020

As my friend Skip puts it so well, this can be done in one of three ways: Distort the numbers. I can make my defect rates improve by altering the definition of “defect.” ” There are lots of accounting games that can be played. Then they wheeled the patients inside. Distort the process.

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3PL Insights

DECEMBER 28, 2018

These are all great questions to help get you started however, the one that is arguably the most important is should I use my own shipping account, or utilize my fulfillment center’s account? Listed below are advantages of using your fulfillment center’s account and why it can be more beneficial.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

What do my customers want? What content to put on my site? Why will someone go to my site rather than someone else’s? What should be on my portal? and there are more, the question becomes … “What is my plan?”). (and and there are more, the question becomes … “What is my plan?”). Does my team live it daily?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2022

A few years back, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article highlighting a very important loophole protecting impaired truckers that was about to close. Here is a full description from the US Government Accountability Office. The nation’s highways can be a dangerous place.

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World Food Programme Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

One day, my father suddenly fainted. My colleague, Joydeb, arranged an official letter, should we face difficulties on the road. My colleague, Joydeb, arranged an official letter, should we face difficulties on the road. Without that letter, it would have been difficult to transport my father’s dead body to my village.

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World Food Programme Logistics

DECEMBER 23, 2019

I stayed in Lebanon with my family for a year. Then I tried to study, but it was difficult for me because I had to support my family. I tried going back to school, but again, I had to help my father, to support my family. After a month, the factory shut down, and I lost my job. I was the first in all my class.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

My experience until now has been quite enriching as I was able to work on some amazing projects, pick up some essential life lessons, and make amazing memories along the way. I have anchored my narration with these strong pillars as they are the driving force behind our inspiration, innovation, accomplishment, and work ethic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Supply chain visibility often means “where’s my stuff,” or the ability to trace parts in transit from the manufacturer to the final destination. It can also mean “which companies make my stuff,” tracing parts or components all the way back through multiple tiers of suppliers back to raw materials.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Your accountant will tell you that working capital is your Current Assets minus your Current Liabilities. To fully understand the formula, Current Assets include the cash you have in the bank, your current Accounts Receivable and your inventory. The lead times for all my components are very long. your business may have.

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