GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

For shippers, culture and behavior have to change to apply Lean Transportation thinking. The “Them (company leadership) versus Us (shop floor associates)” mentality also needs to change for Lean Transportation to " WE. The 8 Rights To Achieve Lean Transportation Practices. Transportation takes time.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Operational excellence, of course. What capabilities are most important, especially from a transportation management system? The post The Role of TMS in a Logistics Partner’s Strategy and Value Proposition appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. What do shipper’s look for in a logistics partner?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 26, 2021

The evolving logistics issues brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, increasing port congestion and the continued acceleration of significant and devastating weather events are wreaking havoc on supply chains around the globe. Stakeholders need agile solutions to handle the speed and volatility of the “new normal.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

For most companies, margins only declined further in 2021, as product shortages and transportation roadblocks forced all supply chain participants to make critical decisions on the fly, acting without complete information or hard data. Transportation: Moving to a Digital Environment. The next step?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2022

Even air transportation from the east is taking longer time as several carriers are avoiding Russian airspace and the conflict-torn region. Switching to alternate sources of supply or modes of transportation should be considered as appropriate, and such alternates should be activated on a short notice. This further adds to lead times.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 16, 2023

In the realm of logistics, there are occasional events that leave an indelible mark on the industry, causing disruptions and chaos on a global scale. The ship, one of the largest in the world, was en route from China to the Netherlands when it veered off course amid high winds and a dust storm, becoming grounded sideways in the canal.

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Domestic transportation demand patterns continue to trek eastward , shaking up entrenched freight flows and positioning the market for future rate hikes. Inventory correction Early in the course of this shift to the East, industry experts pointed to inventory offloading as a potential contributing factor.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management. We call this the transportation supply chain. What is the Transportation Supply Chain? This requires a new broad look at the business of transportation supply chain, including supply chain management, logistics, & procurement.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 14, 2021

Of course, the criticality of such elements is the same now as it always was. If, like many business leaders, you’re looking for ways to make your supply chain more resilient to major disruptions and black swan events, you might like to consider initiatives based on the following guiding principles. Lessons From a Pandemic.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

Here at Cerasis, there are numerous technologies that we offer that are designed to help simplify the way your transportation management practices. Using a Transportation Management System to Streamline Transportation Management Practices. Every aspect of your shipping will be displayed for you to develop new strategies from.

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Domestic transportation demand patterns continue to trek eastward , shaking up entrenched freight flows and positioning the market for future rate hikes. Inventory correction Early in the course of this shift to the East, industry experts pointed to inventory offloading as a potential contributing factor.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. then secure on-demand transportation, warehousing and labor assets dynamically, re-planning flexibly as conditions change.

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

That last few years have been nothing short of eventful for the trucking industry. This, of course, left some large shoes to fill, and unfortunately, 2019 could not meet the mark, with freight rates falling by 27 percent as per Camino Financial. All findings point to one thing: shippers must begin planning their 2021 strategies now.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 24, 2023

With recent events at Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse rocking international finance systems , the experts at global supply chain risk management solution Resilinc are urging UK businesses to collaborate with suppliers to reduce uncertainty.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 6, 2022

As the environmental impact of supply chain activities is more widely understood, now is the time for supply chain professionals to prioritise sustainability in their logistics plans in order to be both successful and make a positive global impact, says IMHX 2022 Event Director, Rob Fisher.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Trinity has an in-house Education Team that provides you with many opportunities to continue your education and training on business strategy, industries, modes, sales, and other skill sets you may need. In addition, there are many virtual courses offered outside of our monthly classes through our learning management platform.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The produce shipping season is slowly coming to an end, marking the beginning of the busiest time in freight transportation – peak season. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. The peak period usually starts at the end of August and lasts throughout October.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Anyone who has been paying attention to the transportation of goods has noticed delays in their own shipments, headlines in mainstream media paying attention to supply chains, and a general heighted awareness of how goods get from point A to point B. Historically, seasonal events bring demand. As of February 2021, the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

As an easy way to catch up on the series, you will find the below posts on effective and strategic logistics and transportation management: . 10 Ways Effective Transportation Management Drives Competitive Advantage. Why A Successful Transportation Management Program Is Empowered By Data. Scalability to Take on More Orders.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

Questions to ask include, what modes of transportation and what services you will need? Is there a system in place to alert management when drivers divert course? Some 3PLs specialize in specific modes of transportation, commodities, dealing with regulations and origin/destinations. What volumes do you plan to ship and where?

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 30, 2020

The companies most likely to emerge strongly from the Coronavirus crisis are those that had diversified their operations and implemented multi-sourcing strategies. Not only does this spread the risk, but transportation costs are lower. Localising your supply chain can significantly reduce transport costs. 4) Create Redundancy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These embargoes are also widely misunderstood since they effectively impact the middle mile of transportation, resulting in shippers failing to plan for them. While LTL embargoes are and will always be a major part of any transportation network, there are a few things shippers can do to reduce their impact.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 30, 2022

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. . During his 23-year tenure at Amazon, Dave and his teams built much of their legendary fulfillment, logistics, and transportation network.

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Women in Trucking

APRIL 23, 2019

The entire event is focused on empowering, educating (60+ educational tracks) and providing networking opportunities for women (and men!) Build your brand and name recognition through powerful online, emarketing, and in print strategies while having an in-person presence at the conference. Girl Scout Event. Monthly Webinars.

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Forto

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Major calendar events are – quite literally – casting their shadows ahead for the supply chain: Golden Week in China, Black Friday and Cyber Monday on November 26 and 29, and of course Christmas holidays and also Chinese New Year are already just a few logistics steps away. But what exactly do these seasonal events entail?

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The produce shipping season is slowly coming to an end, marking the beginning of the busiest time in freight transportation – peak season. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. The peak period usually starts at the end of August and lasts throughout October.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

You obviously don’t have to email back, of course … but please do consider these six issues as you work through growing your business… All of the issues I raise are ones in which our firm is very proficient. 3 Tax Issues (of 6) often Overlooked by Transportation Companies and Most Businesses. #1:

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

In the course of updating our annual research on the supply chain planning market , I talked to executives across the industry. Alex Pradhan, Product Strategy Leader John Galt Solutions, told me that “all planning vendors have bold marketing around AI.” These indices then become attributes of these objects.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 5, 2023

If it sounds like an unlikely option, consider how your fleet came to be the size it is. Was your fleet size and makeup designed from scratch, or did it evolve organically like many companies’ in-house transportation operations? You could look for a training organisation that offers train-to-train courses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: Klaus, when we talked, you mentioned Autoliv was already doing digital supplier management, had digital sourcing solutions, and was looking at real-time transportation visibility solutions to provide better predicted times of arrival for inbound and outbound shipments. Steve: Jan, you have not said much. Any final thoughts?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 14, 2017

Transportation management systems ( TMSs ) are not a new concept, but where they are hosted now, in the cloud, is still new to the shipping industry. Of course, the reasons for keeping the TMS in the cloud go beyond being easier for their providers. Cloud-Based TMS Enables Management of Software From a Central Location.

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Morai Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2019

Of course, what makes extreme weather so troublesome for supply chains is that it’s unpredictable and can come in many forms. At times the weather event that hits a supply chain will be too great to overcome. In turn, when the products are being transported they might need to be temperature controlled. Have a Back-up Plan.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2018

For example, a black swan event may include both the physical damage and ongoing disruption caused by a hurricane and subsequent bottlenecks, so shippers that know how to isolate the causes of poor visibility and areas that are likely to contribute to worsening of black swan events can effectively reduce their chances of coming to fruition.

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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. This proximity reduces the need for long-haul deliveries, further cutting down transportation costs.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2018

While the development of a wholly demand driven supply chain (DDSC) might not be for every enterprise, there is no doubt that many can benefit from such as strategy. “In a world that’s changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.” ” – Mark Zuckerberg.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The first steps, of course, are to understand the challenges you face, prioritise them for action, and consider the resources and help you need to meet and overcome them. There are, of course, several ways to achieve a logistics knowledge infusion. Of course, as an enterprise grows, it becomes harder to coordinate all the moving parts.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 4, 2022

The industry has adapted and evolved strategies to combat increasing costs, chaotic weather conditions and the ever-growing consumer demand. The value of being on time and on retail shelves in partnership with quality transportation providers has become the golden rule for shippers to operate effectively. The main difference?

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