Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2024

How the Internet of Things aids in Freight Freeze Protection The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing the way we handle such situations by providing a real-time web of information that empowers users to monitor the location and status of their freight.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In past blogs, we have discussed different types of manufacturing – discrete and process. Discrete manufacturing makes distinct ‘things’, process manufacturing makes ‘stuff’ (for example, fertilizer). For example, different grades of chocolate depending on the percentage of cocoa.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

For example, ERP software can provide decision-makers with insights into the seasonality of products and customer-buying habits in the current market. Beyond this, they also free up human resources to handle customer queries and analyze interactions for better customer experience.

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Freightera

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Proper declaration ensures that all involved parties, from your Freightera Client Care rep to the driver and warehouse workers, handle the shipment with the necessary precautions. Training and equipped handling Not all drivers are allowed to handle any kind of freight. Happy shipping!

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

The number one concern when it comes to handling hazardous materials is safety. Hazmat fulfillment differs from the fulfillment of other items because of the additional safety requirements for storage, handling, and transportation. Training and Safety Equipment.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 18, 2023

Also, the nature of being a 3PL means they must remain extremely flexible for the type of customers or goods that they handle. For example, I have seen a general long-term shift with traditional 3PL Bulk storages evolving to handle eCommerce. This benevolence and flexibility are built into their DNA. Thanks for reading.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 18, 2023

Also, the nature of being a 3PL means they must remain extremely flexible for the type of customers or goods that they handle. For example, I have seen a general long-term shift with traditional 3PL Bulk storages evolving to handle eCommerce. This benevolence and flexibility are built into their DNA. Thanks for reading.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2018

To look at what risks will affect the supply chain in 2018, Rob Savitsky of AIR Worldwide ( a member of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics Supply Chain Exchange program), wrote a blog for MIT discussing three broad categories of supply chain risk. Savitsky points to the example of a potential disruption that was averted.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

In this blog post, I’ll explore why and offer a helpful alternative. . Let’s take some examples. . Let’s continue to explore the question about the number of statistical models, mentioned in the example above, and turn that into a capability instead. Consider another example. appeared first on AIMMS SC Blog.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

A simple example of this would entail considering inventory and stock on hand (internal data) along with changes in weather patterns due to climate change (external data), and how both factors affect a factory’s ability to deliver on its orders. This will afford manufacturers a greater degree of agility in how they handle data.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

In this blog, we’ll take a walk through what chemical manufacturers are currently facing and how they can better manage their operating expenses. For example, raw agricultural materials have increased 117 percent since 2000 , rubber has seen an increase of 359 percent, and steel is up 167 percent. Rising Raw Material Costs.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 24, 2023

This week’s blog will explore how to be helpful after a hurricane makes landfall and not inhibit the professionals who are handling and coordinating resources at the regional or national levels. Take ALAN’s work for example. Geoff Greenhill, Director of Sales, Camelot 3PL Software.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

This allows faster delivery, as delivery stations go from handling 60,000 packages a day to over 110,000 during the holiday season. Postal Service is still the biggest parcel service by volume; it handles hundreds of millions of packages for all three companies. surpassing both UPS and FedEx in parcel volumes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this blog post, you’ll learn about produce supply chain and the key aspects that ensure the delivery of fresh and sustainable produce to our table. A perfect example of how the transitional seasons demand the produce supply chain is built to be nimble and adaptable.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 10, 2023

This blog post will explore what factors determine LTL freight rates and how to ensure you’re getting the best rate possible. The freight class is determined by evaluating the product’s characteristics, such as density, storability, ease of handling, value, and liability.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Walmart, for example, has moved some shipments to the United States earlier than normal. California warehouses are struggling to handle increased import volume ( as retailers ship inventory early to avoid added costs from looming tariffs ). Amazon announced long-term plans for net zero carbon shipments in a blog post.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 22, 2023

For example, ensuring that if a BOM is changed to include recycled material, the change of requirements is seamlessly passed on to suppliers. This requires an ERP system that can handle large volumes of data from sensors that monitor the status of components.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 19, 2020

For example, customs-related delays are often due to paperwork or procedural errors due to inexperience or neglect. Well-trained customer service representatives like those at Dedola Global Logistics can handle current concerns, as well as help clients think about future shipping needs. Most problems are preventable. Contact Us.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 18, 2021

In most cases, these businesses require specific freight handling because loads are either too large, heavy, fragile, sensitive or need additional services that regular shipping companies do not provide. Other specialized freight except for used goods (for example, coal and livestock). Common Specialized Freight: ? Bulk liquids. ?

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

In most cases, these businesses require specific freight handling because loads are either too big, too heavy, or need services that regular shipping companies do not provide. Specialized freight includes goods that are great in size , weight, dimension, or require specialized handling services during transit. Dry bulk materials.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 10, 2022

To handle all these different aspects of the business, an ERP system can deliver significant benefits in making sure operations and processes run efficiently. For example, production jobs for different sales orders can be combined to take advantage of commonly used parts and assemblies.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Outsourced warehousing: Lastly, our content’s main focus is the option where an outsourced logistics company handles all of the product management and administration tasks. As a result, the steps are quite similar regardless of the technique selected or the business partner handling the process.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 17, 2022

Draw information from previous peak seasons and how you handled those challenges. For example, LCL importers may be able to access existing consolidated containers and inland truckloads, keeping their costs down. READ : POPULAR BLOG – What Importers Should Know About E-Forwarders & Why Importers Eventually Leave.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

For example, you sell silk-printed shirts. You handle the creative work by making the designs, you find the paints, and you handle the silk printing. A 3PL provider can handle that for you. Some 3PL providers can also handle order fulfillment and haul freight. that may cause your costs to skyrocket What is a 4PL?

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

To ensure food products arrive to stores fresh, clean, and ready for consumption, a warehouse must handle the distribution safely and securely. Frozen food storage warehouses are designed to handle foods that require freezing for any reason. Produce and beverages are good examples of products that require refrigerated storage.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 2, 2023

A product category like apparel, for example, has too many subcategories to be considered a niche. Do your products require special handling? Inventory storage or special handling for fragile, perishable, or oddly shaped products? Follow our blog for more ecommerce business tips, and feel free to contact us with questions.

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Freightera

AUGUST 7, 2023

LTL carriers can handle the loading and unloading of smaller shipments , alleviating the need for specialized equipment or additional labor. For example, if you request a tailgate for either the pickup or delivery (or both) locations, the driver will handle everything up until the point your cargo reaches ground level.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 31, 2022

Just about every supply chain will be affected by this crisis, for example, with fuel prices surging although there is no shortage yet, there’s risk in supply and shipping routes being cancelled or diverted. Supply chain operators have learnt plenty over the past two years; they have become adept at handling crises and become more resilient.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

On this blog and the one published by our sister company Logistics Bureau, we often receive questions relating to metrics suitable for monitoring procurement performance. For example, every purchase order costs money to raise and process, as does every invoice. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using. Supplier Defect Rate.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

For example, some top uses of SONAR have led to a few notable benefits for ARL employees and clients, including: Increased ability to handle one-off moves in tight markets. After nearly two years of use, ARL Logistics is finding new value and opportunities to increase use cases of SONAR insights and data.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Lets consider an example of a work requiring safety and work management team to work in tandem and discuss on bringing in the coordination part in the important areas of safety.

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Locus

MARCH 24, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore the concept of ETA in shipping and the challenges that retailers and delivery partners face in ensuring timely deliveries. For example, in air freight, the ETA is calculated based on the flight schedule and the expected flight time.

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Ship Monk

JULY 26, 2023

While ShipMonk as a 3PL handles the picking, packing, and shipping components of the order fulfillment process across our 12 state-of-the-art fulfillment facilities , MonkProtect handles the PROTECT part of every ecommerce order. Once a package gets sent out, the shipping label gives the package a unique barcode and tracking number.

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CLX Logistics

JULY 14, 2023

Packaging and Handling Along with density, the dimensions of the packaged freight are a significant factor in determining the freight class. Take, for example, a rigid plastic sheet where one NMFC code has multiple possible freight classes dependent not only on the density but also the greatest dimension of the packaged unit.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

For example, having individuals who can handle unanticipated situations is essential. This will decrease (or repel) instances of poor assistance, hold-ups in handling complicated issues, and mistakes or redos. To make the most use possible, it is crucial to understand how to handle and control these components.

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Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2022

If you receive a declination from a company, always handle it with grace. This will leave the door open for something down the road versus burning any bridges by handling it poorly. For example, a higher base pay with significant out-of-pocket cost in benefits might come in under the slightly lower base offer of another company.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 19, 2022

For demand forecasting and planning, AI algorithms can handle a huge number of variables and analyze complex relationships to develop demand plans and predictions that usually exceed human-based forecasts in quality and quantity. The post Options for inventory planning and forecasting appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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