Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 20, 2023

Freight Claims 101 Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 20, 2023 Freight claims are an inevitable aspect of shipping cargo. How to Mitigate Freight Claims Freight claim mitigation is an essential element in the claims process.

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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.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 7, 2020

Given the importance of the subject, we hosted a webinar on the topic – From Chips to Dips in Service? Source: BlueGrace Logistics Webinar: From Chips to Dips in Service? They also need to identify service providers like transporters, warehouse operators and 3PL service providers who can work with them when needed.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. Fortunately, selecting a 3PL for 2015 and beyond can be broken down into six specific questions.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 1, 2015

As truck driver wage increases are already happening, as noted by Conway for example , shippers need to have a plan of action in place now. By choosing a 3PL you can reduce the costs in the logistics planning by outsourcing this service. By choosing a 3PL you can reduce the costs in the logistics planning by outsourcing this service.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2018

For example, Zipline Logistics denotes these factors affecting freight rates and spend: Origin, destination and lane. Depending on the 3PL, additional services, like invoice auditing and value-added services may be available. As explained by Steven C. Market capacity. Seasonality Attractiveness of freight. Fuel costs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

In a thoughtful webinar today digital freight forwarder Zencargo co-Founder, Richard Fattal, and Bis Henderson ‘s Louisa Hosegood debated the unprecedented pressures in the global supply chain this year and how they jeopardise retailer’s profitability. Reverse logistics and the management of returns has become even more important.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

By providing that level of cus­tomer support, 3PLs should be able to grow regardless of fluctuations in freight demand, Harris said, pointing to his own company as an example. Over the years, the role of 3PLs in the broader transportation industry has expanded.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

In this infographic you will learn, for example, that the global market value for logistics has surpassed $4trillion. Examples of this fundamental progress include the invention of the sea cargo container and the creation of novel service systems during the 20th century. Today, we bring you yet another infographic.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 19, 2018

We covered these and many more topics in a recent webinar including: Weekly Product Planning. Here are some of the key highlights from our webinar that can really have an impact on your business. One of the key points that the webinar focuses on is visibility. So what can you do to maintain retail compliance?

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Being a Life Long Self-learner (Online classes, webinars, etc.). The ease of online classes, webinars, and lectures has had a huge impact of continued development of workers, including managers. Jobs are being created all the time thanks to new technology. At the end of the day, the concepts that make a good manager are constant.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2015

The 3PL industry is currently at a juncture where stakeholders are being forced to reconsider the way they do business. The coming few years are likely to be decisive for the future of 3PL. This bodes well for the 3PL industry as a sound economy means higher volumes of shipment. But the picture is not all that bad.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

For example, if a focus on customer service has resulted in shipments that are too small for optimized handling, the right provider should have ideas for a hierarchy of batching decisions that will both protect the company’s reputation with customers and create new efficiencies. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. Supply Chain Brain.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Throughout this time, 3PL transportation management providers have taken advantage of the low-costs of transportation, which further reduced the costs for businesses and manufacturers. Furthermore, you can prepare for the change by understanding what 3PLs can do to help attempt to maintain lower prices of transportation.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 4, 2015

5 Engagement Strategies in Managing a Relationship With a Transportation Management 3PL. After deciding to use a third party logistics provider (3PL), you may be tempted to continue operating as you have previously. This requires a great deal of trust between the 3PL and your organization.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 31, 2018

In our webinar, we covered the basics and most common questions of accessorial charges which include: . We gave a few examples above, but those are by no means the only accessorial charges that you could be stuck paying. Consider reweigh charges for example. Detention fees are a prime example of where efficiency pays off.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

In the below is a real world example of a consultant coming to a third party logistics company with the goal of choosing a warehouse and 3pl provider. This two-part blog series will take you thru the RFP questions along with the answers you'd expect to see from the 3PL. 3PL Answer 1. The Client Details. KPIs Question 1.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 9, 2019

Here are a few important pointers from the webinar: UPS Capital appointed Harris Poll to survey U.S Here are a few important pointers from the webinar: UPS Capital appointed Harris Poll to survey U.S For the study, Harris Poll surveyed more than 600 professionals. Why do shippers need insurance? Loss from ocean freight stands at 9.9%

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example. As a result of your competitor’s innovations, you will need to be more innovative to ensure your business survives.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2017

Meanwhile, the mountain of data gathered by the 3PL from the deployment of a cost-effective transportation management-as-a-service ( TMSaaS ) system, like the Cerasis Rater, can provide insights into operations not previously possible. For example, smart technologies can be leveraged to reduce wait times and delays for fleet drivers.

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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. 3PL Billing Report Ensures Visibility Between 3PL and Partnering Shippers. 3PL costs are not excluded from auditing either.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

For example, if you’re a retailer and you’re exiting the year with bare shelves, that’s great! For example, if you’re bringing goods in from overseas, you need to build in more lead time versus if the goods are produced domestically, where transit time will be shorter. . The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study. Adam Blankenship.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

For example, Cerasis offers the following freight management and value-added services in conjunction with the Cerasis Rater. In a Nutshell Deploying a 3PL is great, but deploying a 3PL-built, -managed, and -maintained TMS is even better. Freight claims management services. Carrier relations. Inbound freight management.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 28, 2015

The 3PL industry is currently at a juncture where stakeholders are being forced to reconsider the way they do business. Outsourced Logistics: Big & Small Brands Alike are Targeting 3PL Services. Yet in outsourced logistics simply refers to hiring a third-party logistics service, 3PL, to handle the logistics services.

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Bringg

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

If a 3PL delivery provider shows up at your door with bad body odor or, worse yet, a rude attitude, chances are you’ll blame the brand – even if it was not their driver. Here are a couple of examples on how this works in the real world: On-demand deliveries. Apple is another great example of branding the delivery experience.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

For example, some problems may be due to poor quality of packaging, receiving incorrect information about the package, difficulties with carrier pricing and agreements, paperwork problems, and incorrect management processes. For example, smaller items may become jostled during transport and broken.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2021

For example, if you’re shipping freight cross-border from the U.S If you’d like to learn more about the processes we’ve updated, implemented, or changed, check out our Intra-Canada Freight webinar below. As any shipper can tell you, it’s decidedly easier to ship domestic than it is to ship across the border.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2017

For example, a carrier may offer additional auditing services that reduce instances of double billing, overbilling or missed delivery guarantees. However, shippers can outsource this process by working with a 3PL, such as Cerasis. Thus, the 3PL bears the burden of ensuring compliance and managing drivers.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2017

This may also when negotiating a contract with a third-party logistics provider (3PL). For example, a carrier’s fuel surcharge may vary from week to the next. For example, if a package exceeds a given volume, assuming it is a low-weight package, it may be subject to additional surcharges to ship. Surcharges.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

As explained by Steve Syfan , in most cases, a 3PL should be able to reduce transportation costs by at least 5 percent, and as much as 25 percent, for manufacturers who have been running their own shipping departments in house. You also are reducing risk for the manufacturer, because the 3PL will even cover the cargo insurance for shipments.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

Our Webinar discusses the typical LTL network and differentiates between less than truckload (LTL) and full truckload and the factors companies should consider when deciding which alternative is best for a particular shipment. Click HERE to watch the full Webinar and learn more about tariffs and fuel surcharges associated with costs.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 23, 2016

Moreover, LTL shippers often work with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to keep operating costs lower, which translates into lower costs for individual shippers. For example, an insurance claim may require original Bills of Lading, notices of declination of coverage for specific shipments and more for the claim to be paid properly.

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Bringg

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

If a 3PL delivery provider shows up at your door with bad body odor or, worse yet, a rude attitude, chances are you’ll blame the brand – even if it was not their driver. Here are a couple of examples on how this works in the real world: On-demand deliveries. Apple is another great example of branding the delivery experience.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In response, more shippers have ditched their practices of working with carriers directly for third-party logistics provider (3PL) partnerships. 3PLs are being used to gain additional, actionable insights into everyday operations and all processes that go into every sale. What Can Shippers Do to Improve Customer Experience?

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 26, 2019

In our March webinar, titled Time Definite Freight and Positive ROI , Brian Blalock, Senior Manager Sourcing Strategy, and Eric Chambers, Vice President, Field Performance at BlueGrace Logistics, discuss the delivery method that is redefining the logistics landscape. If not, then it can have a negative effect on both.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

For example, do you need less-than-truckload (LTL), small package, full truckload (FT) or freight consolidation? For example, the system may follow a hierarchy-based system of analyzing possible carriers and routes against imminent risks, creating a more optimizing carrier-shipper route. Ask About How Optimization Is Achieved.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 6, 2015

This is a simplified example of the best practices for Return Merchandise Authorizations. For example, tracking information for merchandise tagged with radio frequency identification (RFID) chips needs to be entered into the system before the item arrives. For example, computer part A arrives due to being the wrong color.

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