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3PL Logistics Companies Up Services to Continue to Meet the Needs of Shippers

GlobalTranz

Through the use of data-driven technologies and better allocation of assets, resources, and value-added services, according to Joseph O’Reilly of Inbound Logistics, 3PLs have seen an uptick in contracts, and 72 percent of shipper’s report plans to increase outsourcing of services to 3PLs.

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31 Motivations for Reshoring Manufacturing & Updated Reshoring Stats

GlobalTranz

Errors in interpretation of product specifications, shipping documents, and other critical instructions, due to language barriers are reduced. 7.8%, and currently meet or exceed U.S. Caterpillar also returned about 1,900 jobs to Texas and Georgia to build construction equipment. Since 2005, U.S.

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Why Reverse Logistics Systems and Transportation Management Should Be Considered Together

GlobalTranz

continuous GPS tracking data regarding locations of return goods in relation to causes of delays, and routing adjustments for traffic, road construction, and convoluted routes. Proof of Delivery receipts for returns should be closely tracked—checking carrier sites every 2 hours for POD documents. Optimized Reverse Logistics Systems.

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7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management

Logistics Bureau

Deere & Company (brand name John Deere) is famed for the manufacture and supply of machinery used in agriculture, construction, and forestry, as well as diesel engines and lawn care equipment. The company makes most pieces to order and customizes them to meet customers’ unique preferences. Deere & Company. Reduce cost to serve.

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20 Manufacturers Describe ERP Software Benefits in their Own Words

GlobalTranz

on using Sage MAS 90 at their construction systems manufacturing company. The capacity planning screen is a good visual tool to help better planning and scheduling, and obviously meet the customer needs at the same time. As a result, we’ve seen a significant drop-off in monthly billings from our outside accounting firm.

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Real-World Scenario: Best Practices for Warehouse Contracts: Part One

GlobalTranz

We will cover the main segments of what is to expect in the best practices of constructing warehouse contracts. The question and answer process drive the construction of warehouse contracts. Safety on forklifts; Safety marking/Lines throughout the organization; Safety Signage; Safety Meetings to review Safety Management Monthly.

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13 Warehouse Types: Definitions, Functions & Examples

Conger

Owners/operators are responsible for the full setup and operation, including building design and construction, registration, hiring, and ongoing maintenance. A cross-docking warehouse is where goods from inbound trucks are sorted and routed to outbound trucks for final delivery to the end-user. Cross-Docking Warehouses.