RPA Labs

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Have you planned for automation in your 2021 budget? By reducing time spent manually managing processes, our solutions allow key staff members to reclaim countless hours each week to focus on developing new business strategies and personalizing customer experiences. How to Budget for Automation in 2021 in 5 Steps.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Freight Budgeting for 2021 is going to be very different from the traditional budgeting done in previous years. Budgeting for 2021 will need mapping existing resources with strategy and a shift from the traditional inputs and standard approaches. Finalizing Your 2021 Freight Budget Webinar October 21.

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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. The post Top 2022 Ocean Shipping Trends and How to Navigate them appeared first on DB Schenker.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity.

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CH Robinson Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2021

2021 was a difficult year in global logistics due to ongoing volatility. As we approach another potentially volatile year, I wanted to provide key strategies for global shippers to consider. As you prepare for 2022, consider what different modes, trade lanes, or inland transportation strategies you can implement in your supply chain.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

Many LTL industry trends, including capacity limitations, increasing accessorials, surcharge rates, changes in market trends and buying patterns, are almost certain to continue through 2021 and for some time to come. That gave rise to a new time pricing strategy, dimension (DIM) pricing. . Those were the roots of LTL shipping rates.

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CLX Logistics

JULY 13, 2020

By early 2021 as the economy rebounds and carriers have departed a depressed market, under-prepared shippers will again have trouble getting loads covered. What you really need to understand and be able to communicate to management is where you should be and how to get there. Now, let’s look at how to get there. Probably not!

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Read also: How to Calculate the Cost of Transport 2. In 2021, a wide range of major product categories saw online purchase returns, with rates varying from 8% to 88%. Read also: What Makes Every Delivery More Efficient Than the Last How to reduce delivery costs of last-mile?

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. Enterprise shippers need a proactive strategy to secure capacity One of the biggest challenges that shippers face remains to secure capacity.

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Now, That's Logistics

APRIL 13, 2021

With many signs pointing to another banner year for E-Commerce in 2021 (eMarketer is predicting 14.3% That choice these companies make dictates their logistics, fulfillment, and transportation strategies,” Largeau points out.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The dynamic load factors –defined as how close to capacity an aircraft is when considering freight volume and weight in significant trade lanes –have been comparatively high since September of 2021. The use of expedited freight services and air cargo accelerated during the first half of 2021. Contact Us. Get A Free Consultation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Actionable advice from 2021 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation. Oct 29, 2021. In 2021, we’ve been focusing on strengthening this culture of inclusion, mitigating bias and fostering a diverse employee community through several initiatives,” said Sunita Solao, vice president of people at Convoy. FreightWaves.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

Freight management companies and partners can remain unsure of how to attain or utilize meaningful, actionable freight data. . Considering that, it’s easy to see how increased transportation data use can translate into more meaningful pricing strategies. Why outdated data hurts carriers in the short- and long-term.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Topic: Prepping for Peak: How to Level-up your CX Strategy this holiday season. Retailers and shippers must adapt their strategy to ensure they get the right product, to the right place at the right time to meet the high expectations of consumers/customers. Description: .

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Ilya was formerly a strategy and operations management consultant within the Big 4 with both PwC and KPMG, advising Fortune 1000 clients across healthcare, technology, and private equity verticals. Learn More About How to Predict and Prevent Freight Damage. Ilya Preston is the Co-founder and CEO of PAXAFE. About PAXAFE. Ilya Preston.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2021

Founded in 1975, Tompkins has integrated its decades of experience in strategy, commerce, logistics and technology to provide unique supply chain consulting and material handling integration solutions. How to handle VUCA environments and unprecedented times. 2021: Uncertainty about uncertainty. How to be more resilient?

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

trillion by 2023 , indicating a need for more robust online sales strategies. For businesses to succeed in eCommerce they must ensure they have an effective eCommerce supply chain strategy. Here are ways you can optimize your inventory management practices for eCommerce competitiveness: How to Manage eCommerce Inventory.

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Ship Monk

JULY 19, 2022

Whether you’re handling your own eCommerce fulfillment or considering a third party logistics company ( 3PL ) to handle it for you, you need to have a clear understanding of the shipping options available, how to calculate eCommerce shipping costs, and ways to reduce these shipping costs. How to Reduce Shipping Costs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Weather is an unpredictable force that can wreak havoc on logistics in Europe, but there are strategies to mitigate its impact. Sweden’s investment in winter road maintenance, including regular snow plowing and de-icing, is a prime example of how to keep transport running smoothly during harsh winters.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The dynamic load factors –defined as how close to capacity an aircraft is when considering freight volume and weight in significant trade lanes –have been comparatively high since September of 2021. The use of expedited freight services and air cargo accelerated during the first half of 2021.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Whatever your competitive strategy, though, your supply chain goals should support it. It is a practice that can help you boost performance significantly by showing you how it compares with that of your competitors and peers. How to Benchmark Your Supply Chain With KPIs. That application is called supply chain benchmarking.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. How To Overcome Supply Chain Disruption. January and February 2021 were characterized by repeated winter weather events nationwide.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Here’s how to keep your freight—and information—safe. In the second quarter of 2021, cargo theft experienced a 253% increase by value. How’s this for scary? In the second quarter of 2021, cargo theft experienced a 253% increase by value, according to Sensitech’s quarterly Cargo Theft Intelligence Report.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

E-commerce sales have continued to soar in 2021. The National Retail Federation projects 2021 non-store and online sales will grow 18-23 percent to $1.09-1.13 Setting clear expectations with customers increases the odds of making them happy and retaining their business, but this strategy also brings drawbacks, such as lost sales.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has stated that holiday spending is expected to be healthy even with recent inflationary challenges, and it forecasts that holiday retail sales during November and December will grow between 6 percent and 8 percent over 2021 to between $942.6 billion and $960.4

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Locus

AUGUST 7, 2023

billion in 2021, and is expected to reach $288.87 If we consider the average cost of a new car in the United States was approximately $40,000 in 2021, this increase is equivalent to almost 4 billion new cars. Informed decisions ensure that organizations develop a digitalization strategy that effectively combats tech obsolescence.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The development of future-proofing strategies, investment in and access to the right talent, and increased investment in digital innovation will continue to benefit those businesses amid the unpredictable environment we continue to face. Nonetheless, the situation remains volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Poor granularity means shippers do not know where to prioritize their fulfillment strategies, and that may be more likely to disproportionately distribute inventory. Traditional Inventory Replenishment Strategies No Longer Work. Exceptions are the one-off issues that arise that may require human intervention to resolve.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits. But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? Book Now Let’s talk about your warehouse layout! Book your free consultation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

What are the causes, impacts, and how can shippers successfully navigate this environment? How to navigate the current import/export environment. Imports are expected to decline through Q4 but 2022 will still end the year with higher import volumes than 2021 according to the National Retail Federation. The nearshoring trend.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 8, 2020

As we enter 2021 and gear up for a new year, many of us are making personal resolutions and reflecting on what we want to achieve in the coming year. Whether you’re setting personal resolutions for 2021 or not, there’s no time like the present to turn your focus to your business and what goals you should focus on moving forward.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Seasonal factors that cause the transportation market to tighten, plus new considerations for 2021. ACT Research estimates that roughly 3% of the truckload demand forecasts for 2021 can be attributed just to replenishing the inventory gap, and it will take much or all of 2021 to accomplish this. As of February 2021, the U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

What are the causes, impacts, and how can shippers successfully navigate this environment? How to navigate the current import/export environment. Imports are expected to decline through Q4 but 2022 will still end the year with higher import volumes than 2021 according to the National Retail Federation. The nearshoring trend.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Many companies don’t even know how to start these projects. Schnieder Electric constructed a “full framework” of tools, resources, and offered collaboration opportunities dedicated to sharing strategies on reducing emissions. Of suppliers in the EcoVadis network, 46% of large companies and 9% of SMEs report emissions publicly (e.g.

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