Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 22, 2023

Today’s article comes from Matt Boland at Koerber Supply Chain, and examines how technology can help improve on time in (OTIF) performance. Those can include but are not limited to: Issues with inventory visibility, Linear order execution, Logistics updates, Exception handling, Supplier performance. To read the full article, lick HERE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Predictive and prescriptive analytics have emerged as valuable tools that enable warehouse operations managers to streamline processes, minimize costs, and enhance productivity. Predictive and prescriptive analytics offer warehouse operations managers powerful tools to optimize various aspects of their operations.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 17, 2023

In the last few months, however, there has been an avalanche of stories and articles about amazingly powerful AI tools that use everyday language. Manufacturers should be aware of how AI will affect them and the skills strategies they will need to create. However, AI is a just tool and its impact will depend on how it is used.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Transportation service providers look for new and innovative tools, technology, and processes to improve delivery solutions while staying competitive. The Last-Mile Needs a Sustainable-First Strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Using technology to de-risk supply chains From a technology perspective, supply chain design tools have been developed from the ground up to handle uncertainty and risks, generate scenarios that identify risks proactively, and provide solutions to mitigate these risks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields.

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3PL Links

MAY 14, 2024

When developing sales and distribution strategies, it is important to take into account the characteristics of consumers who prefer to shop online. This industry, after all, handles its own set of difficulties and chances to grow. Additionally, it is critical to consider the effects of marketing strategies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

After the successful implementation of several robot-assisted palletizing and depalletizing applications at various locations, the supply chain and e-commerce service provider now has decided to use the robot item pick solution “justPick” from the Polish robot specialist Nomagic as the next step in its holistic automation strategy.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 9, 2024

ShipMonk nurtures relationships and facilitates integrations with shipping companies, as well as providers of third-party tools and systems that enable ecommerce businesses to thrive. In 2024, we expect to see more brands moving from a multichannel strategy to create an omnichannel experience for their customers.

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FW Logsitcs

OCTOBER 10, 2023

This article explores the importance of managing inventory in a 3PL warehouse, how a 3PL partner can optimize your inventory process, and the role of technology in improving inventory efficiency. Real-time inventory tracking is an effective tool implemented throughout 3PL warehouses.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

If you browse through the Logistics Bureau blog, you’ll find at least two or three articles—and about the same number of videos—that cover warehouse product slotting. For example, slotting strategies often involve placing the fastest-moving SKUs close to the warehouse dispatch zones, minimising picking operatives’ travel distances and times.

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3PL Links

MAY 9, 2024

This article explains the idea of smart storage, including its key benefits, and the technology that makes it possible. This strategy seeks to save expenses, minimize errors, boost operational effectiveness, and expedite response to market demands.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This article highlights five ways to avoid LTL shipping problems to improve your bottom line and stay competitive. Understanding the causes behind these issues and having the ability to identify warning signs will help you implement strategies to keep their occurrence to the barest minimum.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

In this article, we’ll look at some of those challenges and explore potential solutions to help you and your IM team meet the burgeoning demand for fast and accurate order fulfilment. The ecommerce logistics practitioner must instead integrate reverse logistics into his or her company’s inventory management strategies and processes.

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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. Unfortunately, the state of disruption to the current landscape has never been contemplated and very few strategies exist to navigate it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. One of my predictions within that article is that inflation will hinder supply chain resiliency efforts. Because switching from JIT to JIC is at best only a tool to address short-term problems and risk.

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Turvo

DECEMBER 9, 2021

These digital tools allow organizations to seamlessly share information and automate processes that keep supply chains running smoothly and efficiently. Digital management tools offer straightforward communication that benefits all parties. Implementing these powerful tools opens the door to complete visibility.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2024

Regardless of the size of your ecommerce brand, it doesn’t hurt to periodically reevaluate if the software tools you’re using are giving you everything you need. Enter this article. Ecommerce brands strive to uncomplicate this as much as possible with the help of the right 3PL , software, and strategy.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Inbound logistics refers to the processes and activities involved in managing the movement, storage and handling of goods, materials and resources as they flow into a company or organization from suppliers or vendors. Conclusion Measuring success in inbound routing and logistics involves a multifaceted approach that considers various KPIs.

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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. Improve Inventory Management Will your logistics outsourcing strategy include contract warehousing?

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 12, 2023

We’ve covered some of the basic planning for peak season already, so this article is going to focus on what not to do. Before adding a sales channel, however, make sure your 3PL or fulfillment center is prepared to handle multichannel fulfillment. You’re already ahead of the game because you’re reading this.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 30, 2022

Original Article: 55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social. His company’s mission is to enable supply chain professionals and teams to solve industry challenges by providing on-demand courses, guides, tools, and mentoring from industry experts. . Ahmed serves as the Founder and CEO of SCMDOJO.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

What’s in this article: What are Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics? They use historical data to determine which strategies and decisions are most likely to move the company closer to their goals. It’s not that Excel isn’t a handy tool. Modern logistics demand modern analytics. level of analytics. The problem?

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Radius Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This article delves into best practices for risk assessment in logistics and supply chain management. Strategic Risks These encompass broader issues like changing market dynamics, competitor strategies, or shifts in customer behaviour. Develop a Risk Mitigation Strategy Identifying risks is only half the battle.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 24, 2021

To stay competitive, companies must adapt to new technologies and strategies to survive in the post-COVID world. What’s covered in this article: Supply chain adaptations for success. Companies with agile supply chains have handled the market fluctuations better than others. Industry 4.0. Retailer success story: Zara.

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

In most companies, supply chain leaders are considered executors of innovation strategies, focused on optimizing costs and improving operational efficiencies once such strategies have already been determined.”. Note: This article originally appeared on the University of Tennessee Knoxville website. Printer-friendly version.

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Conger

MARCH 11, 2024

In this article, we will dive into the world of forklift brakes, from their fundamental mechanics to sophisticated maintenance strategies, equipping you with vital insights and knowledge. However, their simple design makes them easy to fix with a few basic tools. Well, you have come to the right spot! Far from perfect.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 1, 2019

Carrying cost is the cost incurred to store, handle, and maintain inventory at every stage in the supply chain. When organizations use this strategy to design their supply chain they inevitably improve their inventory management. Another example in the article shows how it delighted customers with quick delivery and shipment tracking.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2017

A recent article suggests that, by 2018, only 30 percent of manufacturers investing in digital transformation will be able to maximize the outcome. Digital transformation leverages tools to help manage a business better. a provider of integrated material handling and storage systems for industrial operations. Possibly not.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 11, 2023

We’ll discuss why it’s critical to the success of many businesses in this article. Therefore, identifying and analyzing potential risks, putting preventative measures into place, and developing a backup plan to handle unforeseen issues are all part of risk management in logistics operations.

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Freightera

JULY 7, 2023

Massive changes over the last few years have forced logistics companies to reevaluate their business models and strategies. Recently, BI tools have taken over the Logistics industry with functions like predictive analysis, OLAP , interactive dashboards, warehousing, etc. Why does the freight Industry need business intelligence?

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

At Logistics Bureau, we want to help you with that, so we’re publishing this brief guide to help you if you haven’t already included freight benchmarking in your management strategies or want to benchmark more effectively than you are now. The Pros and Cons of Procuring a Benchmarking Tool. That’s the first question to ask.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It was recently reported that one of the world’s biggest container logistics companies, Maersk, will only handle cargo from direct shippers, cutting out freight forwarders. Insist on state-of-the art forecasting and decision tools. Factor in big-picture industry changes. Which industries will survive?

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

If you plan to continue your omnichannel retail operation, though, and compete successfully with pure-play etailers, it’s something you will need to get a handle on. The tips in this article will help you know how to identify the customers, products, and processes that might be inflating your cost to serve (CTS) unnecessarily.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 26, 2021

What’s in this article : In-house developed software is a thing of the past. Most vendors that sell business software can create an implementation and adaptation strategy for a specific company. Most vendors that sell business software can create an implementation and adaptation strategy for a specific company.

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Morai Logistics

JULY 19, 2018

Consolidation tools have been implemented to help this fragmented industry benefit from ‘new technologies and expertise’. This article identifies key trends in cold-chain logistics and the takeaways from industry forecasts. Improve efficiency. Manage risks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 8, 2021

A few week ago, I wrote an article about the transformative nature of the plant-based meat supply chain. Walmart has its first customer, as Home Depot will use Walmart drivers to deliver paint, tools, and other online purchases to customers’ doors. Coca-Cola has taken a different approach. percent for 2021, and by 5.9

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