Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2021

It’s graduation season, so the hunt for critical supply chain talent is more vigorous than ever. We may be known for ensuring we can make and move “stuff,” but ultimately supply chains are human. So as you prepare to onboard new supply chain talent, are you ready to answer the questions they will have?

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 13, 2020

What is Supply Chain Benchmarking? Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out? Robobyrne: Warehouse & Distribution Centre Benchmarking Case Study. Supply Chain Secrets: One Of The Best KPI Ever. Supply Chain Secrets: One Of The Best KPI Ever.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Supply chains are messy. Blockchain in Supply Chain Can Help. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. The inefficiencies that plague supply chains have seemingly been around forever. Blockchain in supply chain changes that.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. Fruits and vegetables begin their next phase along the supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Although supply chains are starting to normalize and rebound, COVID-19 exposed a lot of weaknesses and led shippers to gain a better understanding of the importance of data portfolios, which is the primary purpose of outsourced logistics solutions. The right TMS is designed to give ownership over simplified supply chain management.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2023

And because we are supply chain specialists, well, supply chain projects are our bread and butter. . You don’t need a PM background to plan and complete a supply chain project, whatever its nature. . But what does it take to prepare for managing a supply chain project?

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 15, 2021

According to the article “ How IoT can improve the logistic pro ces s ” the internet of things (IoT) provides data, which describes objects “physical assets” for example a good to be transported and distributed worldwide. Now we can see how they implemented the “IoT” to deliver a better service.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 18, 2020

Thanks to advancements in technology, 3PLs can function without filing cabinets. As great as that all is, even more technology is needed for a 3PL to compete in today’s market. As great as that all is, even more technology is needed for a 3PL to compete in today’s market. Trinity Stays on Top of Technology.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2022

Will Passage of the CHIPS Act Resolve Supply Chain Issues? Case Study. Supply Chain Brain. Since plants can take three to five years to build, this is not a short-term solution to the chip shortage and supply chain issues. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE. Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

“The costs of a new product’s supply chain can easily outstrip its profit generation, and consistently poor new product initiative management leads to SKU complexity, which can cripple the company’s supply chain.”. It also outlines nine best practices to ensure that new product initiatives increase value. “All

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

But with the memory of those extraordinary times still fresh, 3PLs are now working to build more efficient and resilient supply chains for the future. As supply chain disruptions have abated and truck capacity has loosened, negotiating power in the freight market has shifted from carriers back to the shippers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. Case Study. Supply Chain Brain. Ever-changing supply chain complexities can be a significant distraction from core market focus. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 30, 2022

Despite the apparent complexities involved in supply chain management, achieving excellence really doesn’t have to be too difficult. Just review and build on our three fundamental pillars of great supply chain management. Pillar 1: Supply Chain Service Alignment. The Importance of Alignment.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 20, 2023

Expanding Business In A Slow Economy Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 20, 2023 Logistics Firms Forced to Adjust Post-COVID Dan Ronan, Sr. READ THE FULL ARTICLE The research shows that happier people are going to produce more.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

a How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 In the realm of ever-fluctuating food prices, a pragmatic revolution is quietly taking place in the shopping carts of budget-conscious consumers.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. you have to make your supply chain successful too. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. you have to make your supply chain successful too. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 18, 2023

What’s in the article: What are the significant advantages of embracing an ESG policy? As businesses strive to become more sustainable, it is imperative to address the environmental footprint of supply chains, especially in the transportation industry. How does having an ESG affect stakeholders?

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Case Study. With smart analytics and advanced technology, Harris’s organization optimizes the shipping and logistics process while delivering committed service and innovative freight programs to clients. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE. Tech Titan: Bobby Harris, Founder & CEO of BlueGrace Logistics Show Submenu Resources.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Glenn Taylor | Sourcing Journal November 02, 2023 In an improving sign for the retail supply chain, the majority of shippers surveyed by third-party logistics (3PL) provider BlueGrace Logistics—64.4 based small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) will reshuffle their supply chains to use suppliers in the U.S.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

With that question answered, I’m giving the rest of this article over to highlighting several business and supply chain issues, which, if you are experiencing them in your enterprise, are potent indications that CTS analysis should be on your agenda —for execution at the soonest.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

That being said, this innovative tool has been instrumental in identifying clear indicators of market fluctuations and how that intel has helped shippers prioritize business strategies. The LCI is not just a snapshot of industry performance; it is a powerful tool that equips shippers with actionable insights. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 6, 2022

Therefore, we thought we’d put them here in an article, so anyone can refer to them when necessary. Future plans for automation, expansion and/or a change in storage requirements. Warehouse technology planning and selection. Warehouse Design Rules of Thumb. Storage areas for empty pallets. Waste disposal solutions.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 15, 2023

Becoming a Shipper of Choice Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - August 15, 2023 In logistics , being recognized as a shipper of choice is a prestigious accolade that signifies operational excellence and strong industry relationships.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2018

Here are my top 10 tips to boost your Supply Chain performance towards Best in Class. OK, why do so many organisations struggle with the same old Supply Chain Challenges? I’ve been working in Supply Chain for over 40 years, and consulting for the last 25, and I see many organisations still struggling with the basics.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

Containers are piling up in ports, international shipping has been hammered, Western companies are battling to source products from traditional suppliers, and disruptions are being experienced throughout the global supply chain. A Case in Point: Apple. And, according to some analysts, things could get worse—a whole lot worse!

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 21, 2023

Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search Dana Ricksecker - March 21, 2023 A stressed supply chain is making businesses reconsider alternatives. Provide better control of your supply chain by being in closer proximity to you and your customers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 27, 2023

BlueGrace described this report as an important tool in measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics space. There was a shift from truckload (TL) to LTL as overall over shipment size decreased in many supply chains,” he said. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

The agribusiness supply chain is highly complex. In a recent article published in Mundo Logística , Tereos’ Logistics and S&OP Executive Manager, André Margoto , shares valuable insights on how agribusiness companies can use optimization models in (near) real-time to inform planning decisions and bolster their S&OP process.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Supply chain and transportation have never been more important to our economy. Emerging technologies and increased consumer demand allow for new entrants and disrupters into the marketplace to engage and pursue exponential growth. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE Understanding the dynamics of the freight market is challenging.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

Known as reshoring or nearshoring, the shift to bring supply chains and manufacturing closer to the U.S. Companies were able to see that these long global supply chains involved a lot of points of failure and, potentially, introduced a lot of risk into their operations.” READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Case Study. What’s in the article: What 3PL support teams need to know. There are many factors to consider when selecting a 3PL shipping partner such as shipping modes , technology , scalability, expertise, locations, and stability. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Kyle Pendergrass.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Case Study. What’s in the article: How shippers are using technology. Shippers Are Leveraging Technology. Shippers continue to use technology to navigate the complexities of today’s overburdened global supply chain. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics. Reasonable rates.

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Turvo

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Turvo’s Collaborative TMS Paved the way for Port X Logistics to Triple Growth The past two years have created a series of hurdles and obstacles for the global supply chain. Visibility in the supply chain has always been an end goal for companies. Port X and the Bingo!

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. This is the cyclical market of supply chain transportation.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2018

The 2018 supply chain conference season kicked off for me last week. I gave a keynote presentation on emerging technologies (drones, driverless trucks, 3D printing, blockchain, etc.) Emerging Technologies: What’s Real, What’s Hype? at the SMC3 Jump Start 2018 conference in Atlanta, GA. Stronger Economic Growth in 2018.

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