Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 1, 2022

This article, supplied by FreightPOP , has the answers. Carrier and Shipping Analysis. With the right TMS system, you can leverage your shipping data to improve your resource efficiency, vendor evaluations, and visibility on inbound and outbound products. Real-time Tracking. Carrier Invoice Auditing.

Optimization Software 57

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Too much leads to resources being monopolised on gathering tons of data and a subsequent risk of “paralysis by analysis” Cost to Serve (CTS) is an approach that helps you avoid both extremes. Outbound transportation. Too little detail won’t give you the information you need to take action. Efficient order terms.

Purchasing Skills 88

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2021

In this article, Logistics Bureau’s Mal Walker, who has spent decades exploring all aspects of warehousing, offers some valuable tips on warehouse design and operation. You have to do some analysis to work out where you are and then choose the materials handling system to suit. 8) Know Your Data. We need to get that right.

Supply Chain Design Software 118

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 11, 2022

Just as you should measure your own outbound delivery on-time performance, so you should keep your suppliers on their toes by tracking the percentage of inbound deliveries received on time. Example: ASNs received (current month) = 17, ASNs which are 100% matched to physical goods receipts (current month) = 16. Supplier performance = 94%.

Procurement Analytics 107

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

According to a recent article in Forbes , 48% of consumers today prefer a hybrid shopping model that combines online and in-store components. For example, they might browse products online, but visit a brick-and-mortar store to finalize their selection.

Optimal Sourcing 113

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

“Paralysis by analysis” is a common term used to describe such a situation, and you can avoid it by monitoring a smaller number of carefully chosen KPIs. Use weekly, monthly, and year-on-year data for your analysis. That means your executive team can see the six top KPIs as recommended in this article at a glance.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2018

The problem with this is that it’s an expensive design , because outbound distribution utilizes smaller vehicles, and the stem distances tend to be long. For example, One Thai enterprise, a supplier of cement and building materials, had a network design similar to that mentioned in the previous section of this article.

Distribution 48

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Ship Monk

MAY 10, 2023

This article is intended to be more of a how-to guide. Technology Launching and maintaining an ecommerce business requires a significant investment in technology, from front-end shopping platforms to fulfillment operations to back-end financials and data analysis. In the fulfillment world, this is known as a tech stack.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Along with the design of supply chain strategy, the design of the supply chain itself, especially the part dealing with outbound distribution from plants or warehouses, is instrumental in the success or failure of businesses. . SEE ALSO: Supply Chain Strategy Development. . Supply Chain Network Design.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The analysis might not be simple to perform, but it will probably be eye-opening and reveal opportunities to make significant savings and, in turn, generate higher profitability. CTS Analysis Options. There are several ways to approach a cost-to-serve analysis, all requiring some form of digital solution.

eCommerce 62

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

In such a fast moving world where getting freight to your warehouse inbound or outbound to a customer who needs your product, transit time often will trump price. There is a reason insurance is included in all of those BuzzFeed type articles that say something like, “18 Reasons your finally becoming an adult.”

Negotiating Skills 98

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

Along with the design of supply chain strategy, the design of the supply chain itself, especially the part dealing with outbound distribution from plants or warehouses, is instrumental in the success or failure of businesses. SEE ALSO: Supply Chain Strategy Development. Supply Chain Network Design.

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

And a final look at the Outbound Tender Rejection Index shows trucking capacity is indeed tight as we head into Jan: Note: Rejections are double the ’18 and ’19 values. If you’re looking for some deeper analysis on rate increases for 2021, we recommend both the FreightWaves 2021 Outlook and the DAT Market Update. 1) Push your Q1 RFP.

Freight 52

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

With outbound freight often going into the same distribution centers or general region, reduced rates and efficiencies can be shared among customers. Technology – optimization tools, data analysis, managed transportation solution (MTS). Related Article: 5 Answers to 5 Big Transportation & Logistics Questions.

Sourcing Strategies 28

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Conger

DECEMBER 13, 2022

You’re in the right place because in this article you’ll learn: The 4 types of warehouse management systems. WMS systems also automate and streamline inbound receipts and outbound deliveries, enable warehouses to handle higher volumes, and eliminate duplicate and unnecessary work. The features, advantages, and benefits of each type.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. In addition, returns typically cost more to handle than outbound shipments – 3 to 4 times more for traditional retail companies, for example. It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards.

Reverse logistics 49

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

Aside from having too many disparate and redundant processes, the company had multiple IT solutions, none of which provided a holistic view of the supply chain or supported focused analysis. Procurement analysis. Inbound and outbound logistics planning. Supplier communication. Supply and demand planning. Inventory planning.

Cost Reduction 65

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