Turvo

JULY 30, 2021

Transportation management systems (TMS) have transformed from a desirable perk to a critical necessity for continued growth and success within the supply chain management networks. There has been a definitive increase in the number of shippers working to harness these new TMS functions and capabilities.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Let’s take a look at what happened with the major themes, as well as the research and analysis we conducted in 2022 to help determine what those themes will look like in 2023. Theme 1: Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic. Theme 4: Sustainability will become an opportunity, not a challenge for supply chains.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Based on this, there seems to be a natural and immediate view that these lines fit the definition of cartel “ A cartel is a group of independent market participants who collude with each other in order to improve their profits and dominate the market. I have reproduced the thought provoking article below.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The tasks associated with the delivery of raw materials are handled by inbound logistics or supply logistics to guarantee their availability throughout the production process. Given that it is a subject that every businessperson should be knowledgeable about, it is a crucial logistics function in the supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2021

Among the universal challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has imposed upon the supply chain management profession is the question of inventory, specifically, “how much is enough?”. Today, the question is more about how much inventory is sufficient to safeguard the supply chain from disruption.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2020

As always, it was a busy year covering the latest supply chain and logistics trends, emerging technologies, mergers and acquisitions, major news announcements, and more. So, without further ado, here are the most popular logistics articles from 2020. There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

3 Steps to Improved Reverse Logistics Three of the most critical tasks in managing returned inventory are determining which products should, or should not, be accepted as returns, calculating the cost of returns, and establishing a definitive course of action based on the condition of each item and the policies that apply to it.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 30, 2024

Unfortunately, sometimes supply chain disruptions, differing carrier restrictions, and fluctuating costs can keep that from happening. If your ecommerce brand imports from international sources, this is definitely a reason why ShipMonk should be your 3PL of choice. Have more questions?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Many large enterprises use one form or another of a supply chain application to help manage their supply chains. Supply chain vendors have been touting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) for the last several years. AI can refer to several different types of math.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

A year before, in 2014, a Harvard Business Review article pointed out that supply chains were becoming increasingly global and complex and consequently more at risk than before. Supply chain disruptions. Until recently, supply chains and other business functions focused on efficiency and cost.

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3PL Links

JULY 7, 2023

The Role of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management | Image source: Pixabay This article describes the transformation that data analysis and the supply chain are fostering and how it will impact business intelligence. Find out more about this current topic.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2019

This article, written by Mal Walker , Manager at Logistics Bureau, in the March/April 2019 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. In this article, I will briefly touch on the 13 most common types of robots that are being used in distribution centres, along with their characteristics and uses. Best Regards, Mal Walker.

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Ship Monk

MAY 23, 2023

In this article, we’ll first discuss the difference between a warehouse vs. fulfillment center. Past that, keep in mind that your exact stock requirements can change depending on supply-and-demand factors like seasonality , promotions, and so on. For full details on these areas, definitely check out our in-depth 3PL article as well!

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 12, 2018

Historically, the working definition of lights out is a facility without people. In fact, one of the photos in the article was of an automated warehouse from Witron at Festo, a manufacturer of factory automation solutions. That’s a major factor changing the traditional definition of lights out. What is lights out today?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Many companies were in the midst of digitally transforming their supply chain when the Convid-19 pandemic hits. In this part 2 article, let us continue to explore the concrete actions we can take in our Digital Supply Chain journeys.

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Supply chains are ‘strangling strategy’, with the movement of commodities so significant an issue that logistics is securitising. [1] So too have a range of commentators, in an array of articles and across different media. 13] Ashurst, T., & Beaumont, D., 15] Hellyer, M.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

We have an example of such a list for you below, but we also suggest visiting our Delivery Management 101 article for help with avoiding and managing delivery delays, mistakes, and unhappy customers. Learn Different Delivery Status Definitions Being informed on any subject is key to success.

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Turvo

AUGUST 24, 2021

Before the COVID pandemic ran through the supply chain, in-network resiliency had never been tested or tried extensively. There have been disruptions in the past, but nothing has ever shaken the chain the way this pandemic has. Data collection and analysis can be accurately applied to the network.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 25, 2018

Now add to the burden of compliance the huge costs associated with supply-chain disruptions, and long-lasting damage to brands. to a particular task must be preceded by a definition of the term. Comment on this article. come to the rescue? It has managed to seep into just about every other aspect of corporate operations.

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

And that definitely applies to the freight market. While this is nothing to cheer about, industrial output combined with the other items noted in this article will continue to increase the demand for trucks during the normal lull. But most the analysis shows the market softening in the second half. Capacity is tight everywhere.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. In this article, we define five advantages that will transform the future of freight forwarding. Freight forwarders are a middle ground between a freight broker and a third-party logistics company.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 11, 2018

You’d be hard pressed to find a major industry today that isn’t talking up blockchain as a cure-all for the ills of global supply chains. The idea of a virtual, distributed ledger that can serve as an indelible system of record for any number of business transactions between supply-chain partners — well, it’s irresistible.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

If you follow our blog, you’ll know that we often post articles about logistics outsourcing. In this article, we will revisit the logistics outsourcing topic by looking at the various reasons companies fall back on to justify a decision to outsource logistics or keep it in-house. In many cases, it doesn’t.

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AIMMS

MAY 6, 2019

In December 2006, I published an article titled “ S&OP or just good supply chain planning ?” The article looked at what Sales and Operations Planning is, what it isn’t, and whether companies were on the right path to implementing it. W ould I still write the same article today? Lower inventory levels .

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

Another survey found that 73% of global consumers would “definitely” or “probably” change their buying behavior to reduce environmental impact. If your brand is positively associated with eco-friendly partners and practices, this can definitely give you a competitive edge. We hope you do!

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

We have also featured on our blog over 90 guest bloggers featuring voices from experts in all of the five main categories who have talked about such subjects as the Skills Gap, Reshoring, Technology, Innovation, STEM, the Maker Movement, Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain, the Internet of Things, and much much more.

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AIMMS

MAY 6, 2019

In December 2006, I published an article titled “ S&OP or just good supply chain planning ?” The article looked at what Sales and Operations Planning is, what it isn’t, and whether companies were on the right path to implementing it. W ould I still write the same article today? Lower inventory levels .

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 6, 2014

Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Supply Chain Management. Supply Chain Matters.

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Ship Monk

JULY 7, 2022

This article will define minimum order quantity, show you some examples, and help you decide if it’s the right strategy for the type of items you sell online. Minimum Order Quantity Definition. Supply chain management software tracks the cost of inputs such as materials and machinery. How Sellers Calculate MOQ.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2018

MH&L’s Editorial Advisory Board tackles some of the toughest topics facing the supply chain today. That’s why we went to the experts—the members of the MH&L Editorial Advisory Board—and asked them to weigh in on that subject, and on several other of the most pressing concerns to supply chain professionals.

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