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. Let’s take ecommerce as an example.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Examples of such technologies are GPS tracking, barcodes, radio frequency identification (RFlD), smart labels and wireless sensor networks. In such a setup, performance and data security are key, and as such cloud technologies working with Web services to provide efficient collaboration and trade partner visibility.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2016

As the supply chain grows increasingly focused on meeting the demands of an increasingly data-driven and customizable world for consumers and business to business partners, the need for continual improvement and better visibility will continue to drive analysis of available supply chain analytics.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 20, 2016

For example, companies can implement new programs and create new resources that meet the demands of millennials. According to Katie Mohr of Manufacturing.net , manufacturers must foster business-education collaboration with students still in school, not just college students in vocational programs. .

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Currently, business processes that use static data structures and analysis will need to adapt in order to maintain the competitive edge and pursue new value creation. Another example might be a situation in which production constraints might delay delivery of raw materials by 3 days to a proprietary supplier.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Each of these elements more traditionally handles by outsourcing analysis of processes to supply chain consultant. expanded to identify poorly performing machines, or it can be used to isolate in efficiencies in collaboration with suppliers or vendors. Transportation modes used in procurement and shipping. Demand fluctuations.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 20, 2015

There are plenty of mobile apps capable of helping you with freight management in the long run, becoming an invaluable tool to help with your business analysis. You can find GPS tracking , confirmation apps and delivery logs, but there are even more specific apps that track a number of other options, such as fuel efficiency, for example.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

This is a model example of why the physical and digital supply chain must merge. Recall the opening example. for example, connected devices in the IOT can be used to deliver its data across multiple site, processes, and even organizations. For example, the following graph, produced by A.T. Improve Collaboration.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Each data entry is an opportunity for data capture and analysis. For example, the carrier may need to know how to handle delicate items, manage private and rented fleets, budget expenses, conduct international trade, ensure compliance to regulations, maintain safety, and make sure all KPIs align across the manufacturer-to-delivery route.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

In fact, the introduction of Qualcomm’s OmniTracs ™ in 1988 and UPS’ roll-out of the DIAD ( Delivery Information Acquisition Device ) four years later are prime examples of pioneering companies investing in mobile technology as a means to drive efficiencies and create competitive advantage. Manage regulatory compliance.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace. For example, a customer is less likely to make a purchase if the same item can be purchased on Amazon with free shipping.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

At Cerasis, for example, we make use of the CarrierLINK portal, which allows all of our carriers to quickly review information on outstanding and upcoming invoices in real time. An example of such an initiative is improving carrier relationships and overall performance through collaboration and evaluating important transportation metrics.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 24, 2015

Nexant conducted a survey of the plastics industry , in collaboration with Plastics News , to understand reshoring trends and the effect on the North American market. Successfully reshoring a manufacturing facility demands extensive analysis, and expert planning and execution. Most of them, however, never left our shores.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Preliminary analysis of smartphone sales in the US indicate more than 120 million smartphones will be purchased, sold, or traded in 2016. Additionally, the next generation of wireless network technologies, otherwise known as 5G technology, is expected to start entering the market in 2016.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 4, 2014

However, it goes deeper to unveil how to best go about understanding the data by further collaborating and putting trust into your internal and external business relationships. Too often we see them as an end point – the holy grail of research, evaluation, analysis, planning, rather than a step along the journey of better understanding.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

Among the most discussed catalysts for the next approaching transportation capacity crunch, we have to look at collaboration between all the players in the myriad of logistics layers. Why Benchmarking Alone Isn’t Enough for Proper Transportation Cost Analysis. Read the full article here. . As you grow, so should freight costs.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

Collaboration with suppliers and customers can keep used products, components, and materials in circulation. For example, smartwatches could help site managers observe real-time performance of business processes, productivity, inventory levels and deliveries. Leaders are looking for opportunities beyond their own operations.

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