Now, That's Logistics

JULY 5, 2023

Welcome to my blog series, where we delve into the dynamic world of the land transport industry. From advancements in autonomous vehicles to the impact of sustainable transportation solutions, this blog series aims to keep you informed, engaged, and at the forefront of this rapidly changing field.

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Locus

AUGUST 1, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Gartner® has included Locus as a Sample Vendor for Last-Mile Delivery (LMD) solutions in their Hype Cycle 2023 for Supply Chain Execution Technologies report. The post Locus Identified as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Supply Chain Execution Technologies, 2023 report.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

As we step into the unknown of 2023, here are some key trends and issues affecting supply chain management to help you prepare your strategies. The economic turndown is threatening a global recession over 2023, and labor disputes and strikes are prevalent. Two key areas are green supply chains and the circular economy.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

As we step into the unknown of 2023, here are some key trends and issues affecting supply chain management to help you prepare your strategies. The economic turndown is threatening a global recession over 2023, and labor disputes and strikes are prevalent. Supply chain issues. Green supply chains. Further information.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

The location will provide support for an existing portfolio of shippers moving freight inter and intra Mexico beginning late 2023. “As Fernandez has successfully opened and managed a Mexican affiliate for Coyote Logistics, serving as Mexico Country Manager and Director of Mexico Business Strategy. Reports show 88 percent of U.S.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

If you’ve read PART 1 of our Ultimate Ecommerce Merchant Guide then you are halfway through absorbing the best lessons any entrepreneur can learn from the previous peak season, and are primed with the right knowledge to restructure for a stronger 2023. We’re happy to have you and can’t wait to share our secrets for a successful ops strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 20, 2023

Expanding Business In A Slow Economy Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 20, 2023 Logistics Firms Forced to Adjust Post-COVID Dan Ronan, Sr. More recently, it has had to adjust its strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. Labor-intensive transportation and warehouse operations are suffering the most.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

VP of 3PL Services Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - September 21, 2023 BlueGrace Logistics Promotes Bryce Williford to Senior Vice President of 3PL Services TAMPA, FL (Sept. Bryce Williford Promoted to Sr.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2021

What This Blog Is About: What is omnichannel and its impact on physical retail? Over the last decade, ever since social media and the IoT became common-place mediums, there has been a change in marketing tools and strategies. A more streamlined communication is provided by omnichannel strategies.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Glenn Taylor | Sourcing Journal November 02, 2023 In an improving sign for the retail supply chain, the majority of shippers surveyed by third-party logistics (3PL) provider BlueGrace Logistics—64.4 There’s lots of transportation that occurs and so that’s why the truckload market took such a tremendous drop in Q1 of 2023.”

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Enhancing Supply Chain Sustainability Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 18, 2023 October is Sustainability Month, a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and seek ways to reduce our carbon footprint.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Raddy Velkov - September 12, 2023 Celebrating North America’s Truck Drivers, One Delivery at a Time As we celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Sept.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2023

Girl Scout Cookies Crumble Under Supply Chain Woes Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics For some Girl Scouts and their bake sale fans, it’s shaping up to be another tough cookie season.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. Packaging plays a significant role in preserving freshness and preventing damage during transportation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 21, 2023

Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Dana Ricksecker - March 21, 2023 A stressed supply chain is making businesses reconsider alternatives. Two strategies that have become more common to hear about are nearshoring and friendshoring. What is Friendshoring?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Demand for Goods and Services Remains High In Florida Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Shippers’ demand for trucks may bounce back this year according to a Bank of America. What will 2023 bring for the economy of durable goods?

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 18, 2023

As part of their Target Forward strategy, Target also commits to achieve 30% absolute reduction in supply chain emissions (scope 3) by 2030. BlueGrace’s Commitment BlueGrace is proud of our continued efforts to aid in the protection and conservation of the environment as a participant in the The SmartWay ® Transport Partnership.

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CLX Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

2023 left an indelible mark, characterized by many challenges and some stabilization within certain industry segments. When looking ahead to the future, it’s crucial to reflect on the past year, identify emerging trends, and strengthen strategies for benchmarking and procurement. The outcome?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. This is the cyclical market of supply chain transportation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

5 Steps To Defining A Successful Digital Transformation Strategy There are several steps to consider defining a successful digital transformation strategy: 1. The Customer Is King Digital transformation is all about the customer. Agility is key when choosing the right technologies to work with; the right mindset is a must.

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CLX Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

2023 left an indelible mark, characterized by many challenges and some stabilization within certain industry segments. When looking ahead to the future, it’s crucial to reflect on the past year, identify emerging trends, and strengthen strategies for benchmarking and procurement. The outcome?

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Consider inflation and the rising costs of production and manufacturing: Almost everything, whether the transportation of fuel, raw materials, or workers, has caused shippers to lean on logistics professionals to provide contextual data on how all those variables are affecting their own customer base. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

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CLX Logistics

APRIL 22, 2024

1] Chemical supply chain planning specifically refers to applying supply chain planning principles and strategies within the context of the chemical industry. Data informs transportation capacity and rates. For the best Demand Forecasting decisions, use transportation-managed analytics such as those outlined below.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

As we have already bid 2023 farewell, now is the ideal moment to examine logistics industry predictions for the following year. Businesses that have made investments in electric vehicles, eco-friendly packaging, and more efficient transportation have been acknowledged for their efforts to reduce their influence on the environment.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

Logistics professionals need to make critical decisions about their freight every day, including selecting the optimal modes of transport. Air freight and ocean freight are two of the most common methods of transportation to consider when moving goods throughout your supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

BlueGrace, a freight brokerage and provider of managed transportation services, got its start in 2009 amid a particularly weak freight market. Over the years, the role of 3PLs in the broader transportation industry has expanded. 73 on the Transport Topics Top 100 list of the largest third-party logistics companies in North America.

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EazyStock

APRIL 18, 2023

Our eGuide, Supply chain and logistics management trends for 2023 , looks at potential issues facing supply chain managers this year and how to respond. In this blog, we focus on how supply chain and inventory management professionals can mitigate the impact of high inflation and interest rates. in 2023 and 4.3% Demand falls.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

This refers to planning, coordinating, and executing the flow and storage of goods and services, including activities such as transportation, inventory management, order processing, warehousing, packaging, and security. The use of transportation management systems (TMS) for last-mile delivery is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.2%

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Envase Technologies

JUNE 26, 2023

We are proud to share that our very own Chelsey Reynolds, VP of Revenue at Envase Technologies, was recently featured in the Women in Supply Chain blog series. She is truly a champion for women in transportation, and was recently named one of Women in Trucking’s Top Women to Watch for 2023.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Uber, for instance, saw a trend in the logistics industry in 2017 and introduced Uber Freight, a platform that links truck drivers with businesses that require cargo transportation. Foresight: This strategy makes use of prospective methods for several likely scenarios. Check out below: 1.

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CLX Logistics

MARCH 4, 2024

1] Chemical supply chain planning specifically refers to applying supply chain planning principles and strategies within the context of the chemical industry. Data informs transportation capacity and rates. For the best Demand Forecasting decisions, use transportation-managed analytics such as those outlined below.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Revolutionizing Global Supply Chain: The Power of Flexible Technologies | Image source: Pixabay When it comes to the acquisition, sale, or transit of goods, inputs, and services between countries, businesses, and professionals that use software, strategies, processes, and best practices in international logistics continue to face challenges.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Cassidy | JOC.com September 25, 2023 US shippers uncertain about sales and order volumes this holiday season are likely to increase less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments despite lower truckload rates, data from an industry survey suggests. Everyone is sitting on a tremendous amount of inventory,” Lockard said. a year ago. A ratio of 2.5

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

DOT Week 2023 Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Jackie Syverson - May 3, 2023 Every year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Administration ( CVSA ) conducts its annual international road checks, also known as DOT Week or DOT Blitz.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

This includes sourcing materials, working with vendors, managing warehouses and transportation, and coordinating with retailers to ensure they can meet the changing demands of consumers while remaining profitable. workers in 2023. The company’s survey of Fortune 100 companies showed that 77% have implemented hybrid work schedules.

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3PL Links

APRIL 26, 2023

Revolutionizing the Industry: Discover the Top 3 Logistics Trends for 2023! Image source: Pixabay Everyone who is familiar with the transportation industry understands that things do not always go as planned. We’ve created this list of the top 3 logistics trends for 2023 to help you on your way to supply chain sustainability.

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