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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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 14, 2020

We asked a great question at our recent webinar on the subject of benchmarking. The key bit of information is, in this case of course: How fast is the fastest person? Rating Your Performance against Others. Benchmarking is a little bit like that because we use benchmarking to rate our performance against the performance of others.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Author’s Note: The following is an excerpt of what I presented recently in a webinar organized by Descartes Systems Group (a Talking Logistics sponsor) focused on “ Delivery – The Moment of Truth.” I’ll give you a quick personal example. For the rest of my comments and Brian Hodgson’s presentation, watch the webinar archive.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Those brands include Pepsi, of course, but also Lay’s, Quaker, Doritos, Cheetos, and Gatorade. The company is using Blue Yonder for transportation management, Coupa’s Supply Chain Guru for network design, and FourKites ( see the webinar ) for transportation visibility in certain regions or departments to help with this.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Throughout the course of business, business owners, who may be in the manufacturing, retail, or in another industry, find themselves focusing on innovation. Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 5, 2016

For example, Ford employs approximately 200,000 workers, one-third of its 1970 payroll, yet it pushes out more vehicles than ever before. Of course, driverless cars are robotically controlled, and they have caused some accidents. For example, Google Voice and Siri are both automated, robotic systems. Only 13 percent of lost U.S.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 21, 2015

Throughout the course of business, demand for items will contract and grow, and your business needs to be able to process customer orders. Over the course of time, an LTL carrier will increase rates to their consumers. For example, the carrier may pay these costs at the time of border-crossing, and you can reimburse the carrier.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

For example, technology helps to maximize efficiency and, in turn, increase profitability. Of course, the first step in this process is often the most daunting. A Global perspective to keep updated on the latest developments and optimize processes across North America. Putting it into Action.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The intralogistics and energy experts of the Hamburg-based intralogistics provider STILL gave a comprehensive overview of the different energy systems during a recent “Energy” webinar and explained the advantages and disadvantages of each system in a clear and hands-on way. Suitability criteria.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate. However, over the course of several months, this slight change in pressure could cause permanent damage to the machine, or it may cause additional problems for other aspects of the manufacturing process.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

Of course, reports Predictive Analytics Times , analytics also possess potential to change how companies obtain the raw materials for their products. For example, the aeronautics’ giant, Lockheed Martin, has embraced augmented reality during the manufacturing and repair processes, explains Industry Week. billion by 2021.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 20, 2016

For example, companies can implement new programs and create new resources that meet the demands of millennials. For example, manufacturers have donated "state-of-the-art equipment to give students [a] hands-on learning experience." This translates directly into renewed interest in manufacturing among students.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2018

Only those people who have duly completed the advanced traffic management course or its equivalent should write it. For example, managers can consolidate their shipments across various depots into one load through the creation of synergies between their various divisions. Download White Paper.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Of course, apprenticeships can begin outside of the manufacturing sector as well. For example, companies already requiring employees to work overtime may see overtime hours decrease when an additional pair of hands is available for work. Take the smartphone for example.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 25, 2016

In another example, Hong Kong began switching conventional traffic lighting to more energy efficient LED traffic lighting. The key to each of these examples rests on the fact that companies were able to remain profitable, disproving misconceptions about the cost-effectiveness of sustainability in logistics.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2018

For example, if you operate in an area prone to bushfires, you need to consider how this will affect the roads and infrastructure. You can encourage adult training by offering free workshops and classes for your management team, or offer reimbursement for supply chain management courses. Download white paper. Author Bio.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 27, 2017

For example, liquids could spill. For example, a broken bottle of ethanol could become a fire hazard and damage other items on the same pallet. Of course, additional factors, such as not placing heavy or overweight items atop fragile packages, are also needed to ensure freight damage does not occur.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Examples of such technologies are GPS tracking, barcodes, radio frequency identification (RFlD), smart labels and wireless sensor networks. In the course of operation, the business is exposed at multiple points across its stages of supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2018

For example, if a shipper-business owners that works alone expects to make $30 an hour, that rate can be used to calculate the direct handling cost. Of course, partnering with a 3PL is another effective way to ensure you and your customers get the best deal possible for parcel shipping and handling costs.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2016

For example, a decreased revenue yield per mile may suggest poor fuel-burn within a given fleet. For example, preventative maintenance, outsourcing of maintenance costs versus in-house costs, and keeping the fleet looking clean (painting, washing and changing of URS identifiers on fleets) must be tracked.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2014

For example, let’s say that you’re a construction company. So, for example, a company like jackswinches.com will let you hire out a winch for a reasonable price. You’ll still need to get a few accessories with your rental, of course. A winch might make sense if you do a lot of lifting or hauling.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

Of course, the human controlling capacity for actual AI is still far from realistic, but the concept of a superior AI did make strides this year. For example, planning, purchase order placement, manufacturing floor information logistics operations and beyond became essential variables in the goal of creating a more agile supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2017

For example, a carrier’s fuel surcharge may vary from week to the next. For example, if a package exceeds a given volume, assuming it is a low-weight package, it may be subject to additional surcharges to ship. For example, the stipulations on when a carrier is not liable for shipment damage may change.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 5, 2017

For example, crowdfunding and social media, reports Joe Birkedale of Catalyst , can be leveraged to judge a product’s success in advance of the actual manufacturing process. Of course, it provides another benefit as well. For example, did the money raised come from multiple donors, and if so, did the donors have any feedback?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

For example, a shipper should consider fuel cost forecasts when creating a budget for LTL transport. For example, a manufacturer is unable to produce products without raw materials. If an event arises while in-transit, the shipper needs to have a means of locating the driver and altering the planned course.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2017

Of course, it is not an absolute must among the logistics skills to have a basic knowledge about IT or technology-specific area to be good at supply chain domain. Several techniques in this relation were already developed for you, for example, a 380-degree survey. IT and technology literacy.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

For example, one risk could be a sudden increase in demand for a product. Obviously, some risks are more likely to happen than others, and a supply chain entity needs to be able to respond to the materialization of a risk through a set, planned course of action. However, this does not necessarily imply that something bad happened.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2017

For example, natural disasters may require rerouting of products in one area of the country. If a shipment needs to be recalled, drivers can receive automated alerts and notifications of the appropriate course of action. The TMS can recognize this issue and automatically adjust future or in-progress routes to accommodate the issue.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 6, 2017

Those two are pretty prosaic examples, but we’re using them because these already exist for people that can afford them: a Dutch energy supplier has launched an app that lets you control the heating in your home from your phone, while there is also a coffee maker that knows when you’re up thanks to its ability to gauge and remember your behavior.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2017

For example, provide direction for each vendor that comes from a specific area. For example, freight consolidation of small packages and shipments weighing less than 5,000 pounds should be held until enough freight can be sent via less-than-truckload of full-truckload shipping. Start Where Shipments Begin.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

There are, of course, tactical metrics for accounting functions like viewing open and paid invoices or the ability to identify when shipments are due, but also must include strategic metrics and reports for more in-depth analysis.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

Considering the 64 potential combinations, when applied to the course of 1000 shipments, it amounts to 64,000 opportunities for error. For example, Cerasis offers the following freight management and value-added services in conjunction with the Cerasis Rater. It is a one-stop platform that manages all existing transportation modes.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 7, 2019

At full speed, it will offer everything from recorded webinars and online courses to onsite training seminars. ” As the ASCM evolves, Sallstrom expects it will explore everything from tried-and-true foundations to emerging topics—artificial intelligence, for example, or the Internet of Things and sustainable practices.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 17, 2016

In other words, using Carrier A to ship freight that weighs X pounds at an example cost of $100 could be cheaper than the cost of trying to get a cheaper price by incorrectly giving Carrier B the weight and sizes of X pounds that would cost $90. All shippers want to get their freight to customers as soon as possible.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2016

For example, the Hirschvogel Automotive Group launched a program to teach students the art and skill set of working as a machinist in a die and punch shop . In fact, some manufacturers are taking the idea of this program and expanding on it in-house.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2015

Of course the government will be promoting the message that it's best to keep jobs within our borders, there's no surprise there. This can be avoided when using skilled professionals who truly understand things like the language, cultural behaviors along with the other company's expectations. Looking to the Leaders.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2017

Of course, a throughout examination of the savings found in the industry must also consider other technologies that are required for wide-scale deployment of robotics to be operational. For example, replacement parts and machine-to-machine connectivity must be easily accessible.

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