FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The COVID-19 crisis unveiled major issues within global supply chains and, as we have seen with SONAR freight data, volatility in the market. For those that make the right applications of freight data, the massive problems created by the pandemic could have been more easily mitigated.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

What you will learn in this blog: The Vital Role of Temperature-Controlled Shipping Challenges and Solutions for Temperature-Controlled Protein Shipping Utilizing Technology to Simplify and Drive Efficiency As temperatures climb, the excitement for grilling season intensifies.

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Locus

JUNE 30, 2023

Plenty of cost-cutting strategies are being employed by Supply Chain Management leaders, but the potential long-term implications often remain unseen. Speaking of implications, let’s delve into the top cost cutting strategies that businesses implement but could negatively impact supply chain performance: 1. Download Case Study 6.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 3, 2021

The idea went something like this: There is no strategy without intelligence , so gain as much information as possible on the current state of things. If a customer placed an order and was told she would get the delivery next Thursday, the package better get there next Thursday. The importance of data. Let me share an example.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 15, 2022

Although order fulfillment strategies may differ across businesses, a typical fulfillment strategy involves the following processes: Receiving inventory Inventory storage Order processing Picking and packaging Delivery Processing returns. Utilize order fulfillment technology.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 7, 2023

Tailor a mini-bid strategy that plays to your strengths and protects your weaknesses. Second, more data and technology is available to help shippers and their supply chain partners benchmark and optimize networks. Want to know how you can use SONAR data to optimize your transportation playbook?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2021

A new calendar year is a perfect time to set some goals for your organization and start planning new business strategies. As you might have guessed from the title, it’s time to start collecting more data. The Big Benefits of Big Data. Consumers aren’t content to order their package and wait. How Do I Collect More Data?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The company is boasting its quickest delivery time yet, saying that packages are being prepared for dispatch within 11 minutes of an order placement at same-day facilities. This allows faster delivery, as delivery stations go from handling 60,000 packages a day to over 110,000 during the holiday season. billion packages in the U.S.,

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Mark Derks, BlueGrace Chief Marketing Officer June 23, 2023 In the dynamic and ever-evolving logistics landscape, having access to accurate and timely data is essential. Mark Derks, BlueGrace Chief Marketing Officer June 23, 2023 In the dynamic and ever-evolving logistics landscape, having access to accurate and timely data is essential.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Post.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2016

In each of the blog posts we will include the title, the brief excerpt, and then the link of the top 5 blog posts in that category by the amount of views. . The competition is fierce in each category, as so far this year we have published over 150 blog posts! 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2016.So

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

We trudge on with our top posts from our main blog categories by page view for all of 2014 from the Cerasis blog by featuring another area Cerasis is an expert in: Transportation. Top 16 Most Popular Transportation Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

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Freightos

APRIL 25, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Despite the reduced customs costs, both companies are likely shipping by air at a loss—a sustainable strategy for their coffers but one that majorly impacts supply chain organizations reliant on the same volumes.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It’s calculated by multiplying a package’s length, width, and height and then dividing by a standard DIM factor, which varies by carrier. Understanding how dimensional weight is calculated and its impact on shipping costs is vital for anyone looking to optimize their freight shipping strategy.

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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. Packaging plays a significant role in preserving freshness and preventing damage during transportation.

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Locus

MAY 20, 2024

This blog delves into essential acronyms and abbreviations, from BOPIS to WISMO, that are pivotal for optimizing supply chains and elevating customer satisfaction. JIT – Just In Time Just In Time (JIT) is a strategy that involves managing inventory to receive goods only as they are needed in the production process.

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3PL Links

APRIL 5, 2024

When implemented properly, this strategy improves customer satisfaction, lowers expenses, and strengthens the company’s position in the market. It goes beyond simply being an operational strategy. This is one of the logistics strategies that needs to be reinforced the most going forward.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 8, 2021

Having the right balance of shipping cost and performance to meet customer expectations while preserving margins requires a supply chain strategy that considers your company, markets, and customers. Developing the right strategy and executing it well has numerous benefits for both you and your customers.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2018

Data-driven analytics enables you to make cost-effective transportation decisions. However for most shippers, parcel spend is poorly understood because shipping data is often locked up in point solution silos, such as carrier-provided systems and websites, in a variety of different formats. But no longer.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In past blogs, we have discussed different types of manufacturing – discrete and process. Most enterprise software packages are not designed to handle the combination of process and discrete manufacturing processes, with their very distinct Inventory and Bill of Material needs. Some industries that use mixed-mode include: Food.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors want to dramatically increase their efficiency, productivity and accuracy through smart technologies, data analytics and connected services. Digitization: from analogue information to digital data. The first step, therefore, is to get all your information – documents and data – into a digital format.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Manufacturers thriving on data. As I explained in a previous blog , this is a business model where manufacturers have ongoing responsibility for the equipment after it is sold. In a digital factory, artificial intelligence (AI), business process management and analyzing data are integrated. Leveraging the data ocean.

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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. The latest LCI forecasts an upwards trend for Q2.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This wouldn’t be an ecommerce blog if we didn’t talk about Amazon. On the other hand, an FBA vendor gives up control over inventory costs, warehouse conditions, packaging, handling, shipping costs, returns, and customer service. Packaging Can use branded packaging and packing materials. Must use Amazon packaging.

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Locus

JANUARY 8, 2024

Here are five innovative strategies to transform this insight into higher profits. Package tracking pages are an excellent method for offering precise, turn-by-turn updates on deliveries. In the dance of modern commerce, visibility in retail logistics is the spotlight that can guide your business to center stage.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

However, they have taken a backseat in modernity as carriers realized shippers were wasting space in packaging. That gave rise to a new time pricing strategy, dimension (DIM) pricing. . DIM pricing considers cubic volume in addition to physical height, width and depth of packages as a factor for price calculations.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy. Do You Lack Confidence in Your Pricing Strategies? If not, your pricing strategies could inadvertently limit your profit margins , either by throttling revenue or gifting sales to your competitors. Are You Missing Opportunities in Pricing Strategy?

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GoShip Blog

MAY 24, 2021

Just as important as developing your products and tweaking your online store, establishing a clear eCommerce shipping strategy is a critical step to jumpstart a growing business. . The most successful online merchants use strategic eCommerce shipping strategies to set themselves apart from the competition and increase margins.

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Locus

MARCH 27, 2024

Mix it up with omnichannel Omnichannel retailing , the strategy that integrates all shopping channels like online or in-store isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cost-saving revolution for retail businesses. In essence, omnichannel strategies turn logistical challenges into advantages, making deliveries more efficient and cost-effective.

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CLX Logistics

JULY 13, 2020

So, first thing, hire a benchmarking service to provide you with the data you need. When shipping hazardous packaged goods and bulk liquids, be sure you’re not comparing your freight costs against shippers in another “class.” Therefore, it’s critical to use these tools within the context of a well-developed strategy.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Typically supply chain managers at shipping companies would resort to cost cutting strategies and use of legacy solutions. Optimizing the Loads with Locus Automated load balancing and sorting: Implement advanced first-in-last-out (FILO) strategies within distribution hubs, utilizing machine learning algorithms.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 22, 2023

Extend what is already made – repair and maintain products to maximize their lifetime; implement a return strategy when applicable. Big data management Manufacturers can now offer services to customers to provide on-site notification of potential problems and pre-emptive maintenance, and therefore extend the usefulness and life of a product.

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Carter Logistics

JUNE 5, 2019

Blog Topics. Items need to be tracked and traced at all levels, from ingredients to finished products to shipped packages. Solutions like this can provide supply chain managers with valuable, real-time data as they progress through the supply chain, offering insights and helping them make informed decisions.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

We’re happy to have you and can’t wait to share our secrets for a successful ops strategy. Ensure First-Rate Customer Service While it may seem more prudent to spend money on packaging, faster shipping options, or marketing, the fact is that your ecommerce brand lives and dies with customer satisfaction. Welcome to the ecommerce party!

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Businesses that have made investments in electric vehicles, eco-friendly packaging, and more efficient transportation have been acknowledged for their efforts to reduce their influence on the environment. Rapid adjustments in reaction to changes in the market or supply chain disruptions will be possible with real-time data analysis.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Rather than giving up, shippers need to consider what Amazon and the big box giants have done right and apply these concepts as part of a robust parcel shipping strategy. Unfortunately, the volume of small packages shipped , as well as the variety of carriers used, can make keeping costs in check sound like a dream, inaccessible.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 16, 2022

If your eCommerce business is leasing space, the more organized the warehouse, the less space you need and the lower your holding costs (learn more about holding costs in our blog about the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Formula ). Common Warehouse Slotting Strategies. There are many strategies for slotting products in a warehouse.

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