Transporeon

DECEMBER 14, 2016

was introduced to Transporeon in late 2015, but we’ve actually been doing business in Europe for many years. In the past, each individual plant was responsible for their own logistics, be it negotiating rates with transportation companies, dock scheduling or other activities. facilities. Bekaert Corporation in the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2015

The year on year increase in customer dissatisfaction of logistics outsourcing has pushed many players into a defensive corner. The industry is going through a quiet revolution, which makes it an exciting time to be in the logistics outsourcing business. Cautious Optimism Abound in the Logistics Outsourcing Outlook.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2016

The rationale for outsourcing certain manufacturing and supply chain processes, such as transportation management, fulfillment, and more to logistics companies is evident and clear. Recently, the Global Supply Chain Institute published a guide, “ Selecting and Managing a Third-Party Logistics Provider.” Conduct an Internal Assessment.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2015

When you are prepared, typically, you have contingency which also means you can absorb any issues that could possibly drive up costs in your logistics department. . Here are 5 tips to prepare any shipper to master the art of holiday logistics. How many shifts do you plan to run during peak holiday logistics season?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Logistics providers need to know when products will be available, and warehouses must send information back to the manufacturer to ensure supply and demand fluctuations are easily met. Per the International Energy Agency (IEA), more renewable energy installations came online in 2015 and 2016 than fossil fuel-based installations.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

This “invisible” part of Walmart’s business is a logistical and supply chain management and the practices they employ should give supply chain managers pause to take a bit out of their day and inspect what Walmart is doing in order to mimic into the supply chain manager’s own practice. ” Walmart states early on.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Chris Richardson who discusses why choosing logistics as your major is a good idea. Why don’t you consider logistics?”. But, what is logistics , really? We’ll list 10 benefits of choosing logistics as your major, so you’ll decide if it’s the right thing for you. It depends.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 24, 2015

Meeting in the Middle. However, according to Inbound Logistics , there are certain rules and economics of the transportation industry that must be followed. As the US economy is looking positive in 2015 and for the next few years, so is the LTL market. Carriers as a whole have levied surcharges and increased rates for shippers.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 3, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) has been a major topic among manufacturers and third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) for several years. The IIoT Meets Demand for Increased Visibility. percent since 2015. Modern manufacturers have plenty to worry about, and visibility is often at the top of this list.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 9, 2016

Behrer of Real Truth magazine , impacting everyday drivers and the logistics industry. Additional guidelines defined truck size and weight requirements that all projects receiving funding from the FAST Act must meet. In other words, better roads result in more money for use in the economy.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 4, 2016

At minimum , a product of acceptable quality meets a set of previously agreed-upon specifications. However, quality can also be understood more broadly as the ability to quickly meet, if not anticipate, constantly changing market demand. Meeting the Specs of Quality. In contrast, there were 47 recall notices of U.S.-made

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 28, 2017

As of January 1, 2015, the top parcel carriers, including DHL, UPS and FedEx, reports Inbound Logistics, implemented DIM pricing models. Use LTL shipping if you are on track to meet your volume obligations, getting a discounted rate that’s lower than parcel costs. Do You Need Guaranteed, Overnight or Saturday Delivery?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2014

On this last day in 2014, from everyone at Cerasis, we wish you a Happy New Year and great success in 2015 for all those in business. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post The 11 Most Popular Blog Posts on Business in 2014 appeared first on Freight Logistics Company | Cerasis. Read the Full Blog Post.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 8, 2016

In fact, the increase in shipping cost for a 1-pound package would have increased 243 percent in 2015 if DIM pricing models were off the table. The higher value, which may be the actual weight or the DIM weight, is used, asserts Jeff Berman of Logistics Management magazine.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

The transportation management system is undoubtedly one of the buzzwords of the modern logistics industry. Meanwhile, complex rate computation, according to Peter Moore of Logistics Management magazine, is only truly achievable through the use of a TMS. Response to Driver Shortage. Proactive, Not Reactive Supply Chain Management.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

Motivations and Stats on the State of Reshoring in 2015. 7.8%, and currently meet or exceed U.S. Reverse logistics (returns, warranties) are more manageable closer to market. We will continue the series tomorrow talking about the future outlook, the current issues, and how we can all help stimulate reshoring. Since 2005, U.S.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. Logistics and Transportation Managers at manufacturers will have reports at their fingertips on how to continue to reduce transportation costs, a heavy portion of the expense budget, by leaning on data to continually improve.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

1 One consultancy believes the change will happen even faster, with 1 billion new buyers opening their wallets by 2015. To meet customers’ insatiable desire for new products and services, companies are investing in tools that help them model, prototype, and build offerings on a continual basis.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

Unfortunately, the capacity crunch is real, and shippers need to know how to face the prospects of a slower 2016 to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers and partner businesses. Yet, contractual parties, such as third party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) are expecting increases in freight of between 2 and 3 percent from 2015.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 8, 2017

As of January 1, 2015, the top parcel carriers , including DHL, UPS and FedEx, reports Inbound Logistics, implemented DIM pricing models. Use LTL shipping if you are on track to meet your volume obligations, getting a discounted rate that’s lower than parcel shipment costs. Have LTL General Rate Increases Been Implemented?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2015

Rethink Robotics introduced Sawyer in 2015 and pioneered the “friendly” robot game with the introduction of Baxter in 2012, which will make the integration of human workers and robots seamless. Driving Forces Behind Robotics in Logistics in Manufacturing. Benefits of Robotics in Logistics and Manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 31, 2015

On July 27, 2015, the American Trucking Association s released the U.S. This report, available for purchase here , poised some significant implications for the shipping, and by direct correlation, the logistics industry. trillion as of 9:00 PM CST on July 30, 2015. Freight Transportation Forecast to 2026. Keep Drivers Happy.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2016

2016 will be a defining year for the logistics industry , and transportation management practices must adapt to these changes. Some of these transportation management trends reflect real worries for the logistics industry. Ultimately, these new recommendations work to reduce the workload and risk in the logistics industry.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2016

Many logistics providers and entities in the transportation management industry are unsure of what exactly the final rule on the URS means and how it affects business on a daily basis. Furthermore, all transportation and logistics providers and entities must have this number on or before September 30, 2016, reports the FMSCA.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2016

In 2015, global eCommerce generated more than $6.6 Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

You can prepare by investing staff, inventory and equipment to meet increasing demand for domestic-made products. As manufacturers and distributors are ramping up for 2015, they should consider whether the reshoring trend will attract more business, both domestically and abroad. Touting the Benefits of Made in USA.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

2015 saw a shift from the linear supply chain to the circular supply chain. It also requires the ability for logistics and supply chain managers to look at forward moving logistics as well as reverse logistics. . I expect other companies to ask similar questions. Making the Supply Chain Circular Vs. Linear.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 7, 2015

You might ask yourself, “Why does a third party logistics company create Manufacturing content? They are a logistics solutions company, why not ONLY write about logistics?” You may say we have a passion for not only logistics, but also those subjects that matter to our manufacturing and distribution shippers.

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