The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 25, 2022

He is passionate about increasing small parcel knowledge throughout the industry, authoring several articles for PARCEL Magazine, and being quoted frequently by media including The Wall Street Journal and Business Insider. Postal carriers: USPS + postal workshare carriers (Pitney Bowes, DHL eCommerce, etc.). Nate’s LinkedIn.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. The warehousing and distribution industry is highly reliant on technology for its operations. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Bulk Connection

JUNE 15, 2023

Some people in the trucking and freight industry even see load boards as a prime example of modern technology that helps people work more efficiently and intelligently. In this article, we’ll examine load boards in detail and tell you why we have such trepidation about recommending them to shippers and carriers.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

For example: The global GDP growth rate for 2021 was 6.02%, a 9.1% According to a recent article, Maersk Line is expecting container volumes to drop by 4% in 2023 globally, while their previous forecast was 2.5%. increase from 2020. The global GDP growth rate for 2022 was 3.08%, a 2.94% decline from 2021.

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Envase Technologies

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Sarah cares a great deal about the industry, especially about solving the challenges that drivers face every day on the road. Allen explained that Envase seeks to impact the industry by looking at drivers’ tasks and finding ways to make those tasks easier. Envase Mobile Driver App allows drivers to get more done daily.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

Today’s article is from Lucas Systems and highlights the benefits of machine learning in the warehouse. This article provides an introduction to machine learning for warehouse managers. For example, the traditional approach to workforce planning is to use an engineered labor standards system.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Let’s face it, not many industries have had the spotlight thrown at them quite like transportation! You can Google any number of articles to find some tips and tricks to ensure you are reliable, but to keep it simple you can head back to your writing class! Is this article relevant to what you need? Why was the article written?

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WorkWave

MAY 10, 2023

Time To Read: 3 minutes If you’re reading this article, you’re probably familiar with the concept of a dashboard. For example, a dispatcher may want to see the schedule, and a business owner may be concerned with unpaid invoices.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 17, 2015

Like our two previous infographics (we’ve reposted those below this article & if you click each one it will go to the respective article), this article continues to examine the American manufacturing industry. Looking at the manufacturing industry, manufacturing data can be used to improve business decisions.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2023

For example, the New York Times is out with a new article on wind energy and how it can help shipping in the near future as climate change becomes a major focus. Could wind power help power tomorrow’s shipping vessels as shippers look to become more environmentally-friendly?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This article is from Emerge and offers tips for trucking companies to decrease their insurance premiums. The number of accidents in the trucking industry is up, and so are insurance premiums. As an industry, trucking associations are advocating tort reform. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2023

Today’s article comes from Eric Mcpherson at Open Sky Group and looks at a WMS budget and preparing for implementation. industrial handhelds, and mobile units you have and what your operations will need. For example, monthly subscription fees, any software support charges, and data migration fees.

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10xLogistics

OCTOBER 19, 2022

This article is directed mostly towards practitioners who operate supply chains within companies which market and sell products. It is not "bad" to be in a low cost industry. Everyone uses the iPhone as an example of this and so some may think only Apple can do this. Let me use another example: The Kitchenaid Standmixer.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 15, 2020

Most of my posts have focused on how many companies (particularly the “800-lb Gorillas” in each industry) still bully their suppliers, shifting as much risk and cost onto them as possible. This past January, for example, based on an article published in.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2021

Today’s article is from Blume Global and highlights why air freight forwarders must help industry increase air cargo visibility. The Pfizer vaccine, for example, needs to be transported frozen at -70°C (-94°F), which is colder than Antarctica. To read the full article, click HERE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

They have collaborated on numerous articles, webinars, and research. Steve Jobs and Apple as an example of a purpose driven organization. More examples of purpose driven organizations. 15:36 –A specific example of purpose in the logistics industry. Mike earned a degree in Business Administration from Utah State.

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Stord

JANUARY 7, 2019

We’ve rounded up the key insights from the article below. The industrial availability rate for warehouses fell to its lowest rate since 2000 in the third quarter of 2018. Finally, the industry is growing. Through scalability, flexibility, and nationwide reach, new approaches to distribution are making their mark on the industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 25, 2021

In this article, supplied by Leigh Anderson, Managing Director, Bis Henderson Recruitment , we look how a changed commercial and social environment is having an effect on talent recruitment and retention in the supply chain industry. Historically, the pace of strategic change in the food industry has been that of the escargot.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Our goal is and always will be to provide content to those in the industrial space which provides value and allows you to gather ideas to make your work life easier. . For a business, buying industrial equipment can seem scary, especially if this is your first buy. But, in some companies, industrial equipment is necessary.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

During the design phase of an industrial computer enclosure, plenty of planning goes into building a system that protects computer hardware and any peripherals. When in the market for an industrial computer enclosure, industrial buyers should bear these five things in mind for feeding cables into the unit: 1. Point of Entry.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 20, 2019

This article delves into the changes that new commercial business models, customer expectations, and technology are bringing about in the logistics environment, focusing particularly on how those changes are impacting the planning, procurement, design, layout, and operation of distribution centres. The Changing Face of the DC.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2021

The following article highlights some of the key points made by Mr. Vantipalli. TireHub was founded in July 2018 with the idea to transform the wholesale tire industry. The wholesale tire industry is more complicated than one might envision. TireHub at a Glance. Business Drivers for TireHub.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2022

I am a supply chain management industry analyst, so that will be a primary focus of this article. OTM is a very mature application, for example. Oracle is moving from depth in an application, like transportation management, to adding industry specific functionality. What follows are my top take aways from the event.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 3, 2023

The shipping industry is essential to the global economy, responsible for the transportation of goods between countries. The effects of inflation on the shipping industry were seen in several areas: higher fuel, increased transportation, labor and equipment costs. And, the effects are not limited to those areas.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, I will redress the balance by exploring outsourcing from a more holistic perspective, focusing on ways to consider outsourcing partnerships for improvement throughout the supply chain. So, for example, outsourcing sales activity is not typically a good idea if yours is a retail sales company.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That is a huge success story for the air cargo industry and as promised it has brought significant efficiencies. For example, some carriers shared with us their APIs for contract rates, others for spot rates, some for rates but not ebooking, others share APIs via third parties who charge an exorbitant price for accessing the API.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

This article is from Asena Denizeri & Anil Gurbuz at Solvoyo and examines the challenges around supply chain planning for 2022 and beyond. While increasing demand for at-home exercise equipment also expedited the expansion of the online wellness industry. To read the full article, click HERE.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 24, 2023

Predictions in the logistics industry Retailers wishing to maintain a leading position within the industry must understand and leverage their supply chain trends. This article examines some of the key trends that businesses should be aware of for this year. For example, inflation erodes away about 8.5%. in some areas.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. As I explain in a YouTube video on this subject, I recently saw a good example of how a BHAG can galvanise a workforce and make a dramatic impact on productivity. For example, their increase in productivity was 217 percent.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 8, 2020

This is particularly true for e-commerce operations, which may have started off as small ‘cottage industry’ before rapidly developing and moving into a warehouse or fulfilment centre for the first time. Examples might include searching for a storage bin for an item. per cent – which can have serious consequences.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 12, 2024

The grocery industry is extremely competitive, as shoppers change consuming habits fast and change stores even faster,” says Kari Miikkulainen, Director of Warehouse & Distribution Industry Sales at Cimcorp. Our job is to help industry players provide their shoppers with more high-quality fresh produce in less time.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2022

For example, in a recent CNBC interview Ben Bernanke noted that the Federal Reserve likely looked at the unemployment rate and total employment in early 2021 and inferred that there was plenty of slack in the labor market. For example, interest rate hikes tend to deter lower priority investments and those that require debt financing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2022

A few weeks ago, I wrote an article on the benefits of time slot management. In that article, I highlighted the importance of the network effect on time slot management and related technologies, as well as the main benefits of a time slot management application. Wait Times and Costs Can Add Up Quickly.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The collaborative report identifies implications and uses cases of AI for the logistics industry, finding that AI has the potential to significantly augment human capabilities. In the automotive industry, AI is being extensively called upon to enhance the self-learning capabilities of autonomous vehicles.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

This article was originally published in the Australian Defence Business Review ‘Land Forces 2018’ edition (September-October) and is posted here with permission. Logistics is the stored potential of a military force, and industry is the battery from which energy is drawn. Industry is where logistics begins.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The warehouse and transportation industry had a record 490,000 openings in July. Nevertheless, the 490,000 industry openings the Department of Labor reported clearly understates the number of warehouse workers needed. Across all industries, a record number of workers are quitting their jobs. The Warehouse Labor Shortage.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 12, 2018

At the outset, BiTA was aimed primarily at the trucking industry, but the initiative was quickly expanded to embrace other partners in the freight business as well, including freight forwarders, customs brokers, non-vessel operating common carriers and logistics service providers. Comment on this article.

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