Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

Outsourcing 87

Outsourcing Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 87

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

This problem, of course, is natural during any changes that shift work away from a company's in-house team members in order to reduce costs. Third-Party Logistics (3PL). To accomplish meaningful freight costs savings, a transportation manager must serve as much more than a metrics monitor (a.k.a. bean counter").

Negotiating Skills 109

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2017

Of course, you probably want your business to thrive. 3PL fulfillment. 3PL Fulfillment. Third-party fulfillment (3PL) happens when you own the inventory that you’re selling, and you use a third-party warehouse to manage your inventory and ship your goods once you make a sale. Is 3PL Fulfillment Right for You?

Procurement Solutions 49

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Logistics, The Real Super Bowl MVP Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Super Bowl requires logistics planning and execution to take advantage of the event’s revenue and profit opportunities. Here’s what’s involved.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

Considering the 64 potential combinations, when applied to the course of 1000 shipments, it amounts to 64,000 opportunities for error. In a Nutshell Deploying a 3PL is great, but deploying a 3PL-built, -managed, and -maintained TMS is even better. It is a one-stop platform that manages all existing transportation modes.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Throughout the course of business, business owners, who may be in the manufacturing, retail, or in another industry, find themselves focusing on innovation. Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example.

Manufacturing Procurement 101

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2018

Of course, its additional benefits, like reduced costs and simplicity in back-office work, help too. Of course, carriers and drivers will be aware once the freight is scheduled within the system. In fact, a third-party logistics provider (3PL) can help shippers take advantage of cloud-based systems when shippers have (IT).

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

Of course, every business owner wants their operations running as tightly and efficiently as possible, but the footwork required to determine how to optimize your business’s operations and see tangible results is often easier said than done. . It’s true, optimization is an indispensable part of a well-run business model.

Optimal Sourcing 48

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 15, 2014

3PL Pricing Structure: Part 2 In Third Party Logistics Implementation. Automation technology : Of course, fundamentals are exactly what automation is all about. In general, a single level warehouse is preferable, but conveyors and other mechanization can make a multi-level facility nearly as efficient.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Knowledge is power–understanding what’s causing the situation can help reduce stress and enable you to select the best course of action to best move forward. The Current State of Imports and Exports Show Submenu Resources. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 3, 2017

Working with a third party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis, for auditing needs puts the power of an auditing team to work in improving the accuracy and timeliness of your shipments. Of course, exceptions and corrections should also be tracked in tandem. 3PL Billing Report Ensures Visibility Between 3PL and Partnering Shippers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 54

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2018

Keeping Parcel Shipping and Handling Costs in Check Increases the Strength of Your Brand Of course, shippers have another alternative, simply pass along the shipping cost to the customer, explains Rob Martinez of MultiChannel Merchant. This will strengthen brand value and increase customer loyalty.

Cost Reduction 48

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

Of course, the first step in this process is often the most daunting. We encourage you to listen to our free Webinar about the Three M’s to get a more in-depth understanding of the process as well as to take advantage of our free supply chain analysis to see how BlueGrace can help you to improve and optimize your operations.

Optimal Sourcing 62

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 29, 2016

Much talk about sales, automation and improved processes dominate the conversation when considering outsourcing logistics processes to a transport and logistics providers or using a 3PL-based transportation management system (TMS). Of course, there are times when the ROI can produce positive results faster.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 50

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Today, we kick off our annual year end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 7 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , 3PL , Business , Transportation , Freight. We will feature over the next 7 business days each category’s top 10 most viewed posts over the course of 2014.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2017

This may also when negotiating a contract with a third-party logistics provider (3PL). 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. Surcharges.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

In the course of international trade, compliance with international trade laws and cultural differences can lead to confusion when interpreting contractual terms and obligations. One of these terms, free or freight on board, also has irony within its name.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Freight spend management is not always easy, so if you do not have those resources in-house, you may want to consider outsourcing to a focused 3PL who gets proper budgeting and offers expert freight spend management. . However, budgeting is not the only means of mitigating risks to in-transit and delivery. Process Management.

Material Savings 94

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2015

Then, it all appeared to slowly die out over the course of the next 50 years. However, outsourcing this service to a 3PL who is focused on transportation management , allows the business to intensify its focus on production. During the industrial revolution, manufacturing became the go-to career for the majority of Americans.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

To pull off logistics effectively, it takes a lot of expert planning, assembling the right mix of people, communication, working together, and of course, if something goes wrong, contingency planning. Consumers are READY TO BUY This Holiday Season, Lean on a 3PL to Not get Mired in the Muck. They keyword, is planning!

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 17, 2016

This may include the retraining of how to use a carrier- or 3PL -associated transportation management systems, cost of attending courses or seminars to complete the training or the placement of shipping limitations for each shipper.

Negotiating Skills 54

Negotiating Skills Freight Cost Reduction Price Reduction 54

GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

Transportation systems must change in response and it’s up to the shipper putting in place systems either in-house or through a transportation management 3PL who can supply that expertise immediately to be prepared for the constant of change. Of course, proper implementation is essential in order for these great technologies to succeed.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

This is of course subject to customer order transit time requirements and constraints. Communicate with Carriers and Your 3PL Your Plan, Issues, and Needs. Like with carriers and your 3PL having a solid relationship with these players in your shipping supply chain during the holidays can really pay off.

Cost Reduction 86

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Long Haul (over 800 miles) The long haul runs are also affected by the ELD mandate, of course, but many carriers operating these runs were already in compliance. . with one or two trucks, so they wanted to adjust the playing field in this market space and be price competitive.” .

Capacity 48

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2015

This is of course subject to customer order transit time requirements and constraints. Communicate with Carriers and Your 3PL Your Plan, Issues, and Needs. Like with carriers and your 3PL having a solid relationship with these players in your shipping supply chain during the holidays can really pay off.

Cost Reduction 48

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2018

Murabito goes on to say that they’ve been seeing somewhere between a 10 to 20 percent increase from all of their suppliers over this course of this year to help cover the higher freight costs. . These are suppliers who haven’t had increases in three or four years. That underscores the issue this year,” he said.

Food and Agriculture 48

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

He will even train it to recognize his friends at the door and of course, make sure he is able to know what is going on with his new daughter, Max, at anytime of the day. and Smart Factories all powered by the Internet of Things will make running a supply chain as easy as pushing buttons (of course this all means it was set up correctly!).

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