Locus

JUNE 15, 2023

If you were unable to attend the symposium, Our Chief Revenue Officer, Mehul Kapadia summed up the key themes from the symposium for SCM leaders, focusing on the top challenges they must surmount in 2023, and the strategies unveiled at the symposium to optimize supply chains, with a particular emphasis on last-mile delivery.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Optimize sourcing: Focus on optimizing sourcing spend across all categories of products. He has published numerous thought leadership articles, whitepapers, blogs and delivered dozens of webinars during his career. He is a proven B2B marketer with expertise in content marketing, competitive intelligence, and positioning.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. It beckons us to lead with vision, ensuring our strategies are as dynamic as the markets we navigate. Join the conversation during our webinar on Thursday or visit us at TPM.

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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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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Enhancing Supply Chain Sustainability Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 18, 2023 October is Sustainability Month, a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and seek ways to reduce our carbon footprint. Why is it crucial?

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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. Inventory optimization. It highlights the importance of optimizing inventory management practices to ensure efficiency and avoid unnecessary costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

It is crucial for organizations to understand the importance of Purchase Order collaboration to effectively manage their direct spend, optimize operations, and mitigate risks. Configure to Order: This strategy involves customizing standard products based on customer specifications.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. Share This: Read More.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Our Senior Vice President for developed markets, Walter Heil will take you together in his observations on the solutions to CEP logistics challenges, customer expectations from CEP businesses, and what it takes to fulfill them in this detailed webinar. Watch the webinar to learn how to build a delightful customer experience!

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GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

We continue our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). Our first post covered the Top 5 Freight Management blogs of 2016. Today's post will cover the top 5 logistics blogs from 2016 so far. Top Logistics Blogs from the First Half of 2016 So Far.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This information is then used to adjust shipper pricing strategies, eventually pushing increased costs back to consumers. Achieving supply chain optimization requires next-generation technology products that go beyond standard logistics systems. The right TMS is designed to give ownership over simplified supply chain management.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2015

Our job at Cerasis is to optimize transportation management for these manufacturing shippers so that in turn, they can focus on their own core, the process of manufacturing. At the end, we also include an infographic to go along with the research from LNS, who is a provider of regular research on their blog.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

5 Steps To Defining A Successful Digital Transformation Strategy There are several steps to consider defining a successful digital transformation strategy: 1. The Customer Is King Digital transformation is all about the customer. Agility is key when choosing the right technologies to work with; the right mindset is a must.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 18, 2023

Along with working with their suppliers and the broader retail consumer packaged goods industry to optimize packaging, 59% of their global private brand packaging was recyclable or reusable in 2020. As part of their Target Forward strategy, Target also commits to achieve 30% absolute reduction in supply chain emissions (scope 3) by 2030.

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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. The journey from the farm to the consumer’s table involves a web of intricate processes and challenges.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Join us in this week’s InFocus webinar as we explore this vital decision with KB Nagaraju, supply chain expert and Strategic Advisor at Locus and Mehul Kapadia, Chief Revenue Officer, Locus. Pace of Innovation Enterprises must decide how innovation aligns with their logistics strategy. Here, we distill the key insights.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Demand for Goods and Services Remains High In Florida Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Shippers’ demand for trucks may bounce back this year according to a Bank of America. What will 2023 bring for the economy of durable goods?

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Tech That Helps Small to Mid-Size Carriers Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 23, 2023 With inflation continually driving costs up and demand for freight down, experts say growth in the freight market will be modest throughout 2024.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Preparing your supply chain for resiliency begins with risk management and a proactive strategy. And it bounces back, perhaps taking on new shapes as necessary in response to the latest disruption.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

To unravel the story behind this growth and its complexities, Albert Koto, Head of Mitra supply chain at Bukalapak, one of the biggest e-commerce businesses in Indonesia, got in conversation with Malay Shah, Senior Vice President of India, Middle East, Rest of the World, and Southeast Asia operations in this Locus’ In-Focus webinar series. .

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

We explore how predictive analytics and big data with human sentiments can add value and amplify their supply chain strategies. What this blog is about: Leveraging predictive analytics for forecasting and visibility. The importance of machine learning and intelligence combined with human touch for optimized decision making.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

How is technology enabling strategic conversations at the order level to happen faster and for the freight department to work seamlessly with procurement on the inbound side and sales on the outbound side to optimize freight shipping ? How do we digitize all the players in the supply chain network?

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CLX Logistics

MARCH 6, 2020

As the world becomes more interconnected than ever, companies will need to adopt effective international logistics and supply chain strategies. In this blog, we’re taking a closer look at the key elements of logistics in international trade and supply chain management. Tactical optimization. Operational support.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. We cater to LTL and Truckload supply chain strategies using best in class technology and procurement capabilities, always looking to add value regardless of market conditions,” said Bobby Harris, Founder and CEO of BlueGrace Logistics. BlueGrace Recognized as Dominant Provider Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

When she started the Plano, Texas-­based company in 2017, she set out to support clients through a consultative approach to logistics — “to listen to what they have going on and then develop a strategy for them.” Nonetheless, Harris expressed optimism that the freight market will improve in the second half of this year.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 21, 2018

Editor’s Note: Today, we have a guest blog from the good folks at ALBA who came up with this awesome infographic about the future of supply chain and IoTs role in it. . A report from Gartner predicts that by 2020, more than 50% of major business processes will incorporate some form of the Internet of Things (IoT).

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by Tom Reddon of National Forklift Exchange. In this blog, Tom shares with us 4 Life hacks for promoting teamwork and improving operations. Finally, excellent leaders know how to optimize their crew and play to the individual strengths of each and every employee.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Logistics Blog®. Shippers have choices when creating their LTL strategy and selecting providers. See how your business can leverage technology to optimize your logistics. Shippers Navigating an Evolving LTL Marketplace Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper. Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics. DOWNLOAD THE WHITE PAPER.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by Carl Turner who is a freelance writer in the distribution field. Warehouse management systems (WMS) are especially popular for this purpose, which can help business owners and managers keep track of inventory and set up shipment flows that are optimized for efficiency. .

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GlobalTranz

MAY 17, 2017

In a blog post earlier this year, we noted how since the election, more manufactures have expressed interest in reshoring and avoiding offshoring entirely. There are real benefits of going green as well that extend beyond how politicians and the public perceive them, reports Brian Lagas of the Manufacturing Innovation Blog.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog. Bottom line, it’s great to say you want to have a commerce-enabled site, but before jumping to the technology stage, what is your strategy?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2016

Today we feature a guest blog from Fronetics Strategic Advisors , a digital marketing agency, who specializes in the logistics and supply chain industries. Now, onto the guest blog. You don’t have a strategy. And that number rises to 86% when the company designates someone to lead the strategy.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

To meet this increased demands, more manufacturing and logistics partners are looking for ways to shorten product lifecycles through improving inventory management systems, changing shipping strategies and altering the fundamental ways products move from point A to point B. Autonomous Trucks Will Drive Logistics Forward.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Editor’s Note: This blog post is from SupplyChainOpz. Analysis and optimization of complexity requires a complete understanding of market volatility, fragmented customer segments, globalization, and sustainability. We found it as a great summation of all the things companies must consider when mastering their supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Previous blogs have touched on the importance and fears surrounding the capacity crunch and the driver shortage, and these problems are not going away. Better route optimization technologies can also help reduce woes over last mile capacity, while cutting last mile costs. . Capacity reflects another problem in last mile delivery.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Kelli Harris, a consultant and recent college graduate in Logistics Management. The role of it in the modern company carries optimization and integration character. Strategy and Planning for Effective Operations by Northwestern University. Operations Strategy .

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