GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

We will feature over the next 4 business days each category's most viewed posts over the course of 2017. Download: The Impact of Big Data in the Supply Chain & Transportation Management Industry Webinar Replay, Transcript & Presentation. These will only contain posts written in 2017. Share This: Read More.

Supply Chain Software 60

Supply Chain Software Blog Supply Chains Optimal Sourcing 60

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

In the complex world of modern transportation, companies lacking the experience to professionally handle the intricacies of transportation management are sure to find controlling shipping costs an extreme challenge. Freight costs are eminently controllable, however, efficiently managing this major budget item requires expertise.

Negotiating Skills 109

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Resource Reduction 109

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Automated Logistics Technologies Will Become More Powerful and Capable of Handling More Tasks. Of course, other technologies, like robotics, will continue to reshape the industry, so our next will expand on this list of technology trends.

Supply Chain Software 68

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Automation 68

GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2015

Of course the issue for those in logistics is how this regulation would affect them. When a dispatcher gets a driver with a Class B to handle a tractor-trailer that exceeds the 10,000 pound towing weight, this is against the CDL regulations. Hazardous Materials Regulations Concerns. Operating a heavy machinery is serious business.

Cost Reduction 91

Cost Reduction Transportation Material Savings Logistics Network Optimization Software 91

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2016

Combining an array of online and onsite sessions, guided tours of manufacturing centers, and exhibits, manufacturers are able to bring the number of participants in Manufacturing Day 2015 activities to more than 400,000, explains Modern Materials Handling magazine. Manufacturers, Trade Schools, and Congress Step in to Help.

Manufacturing Procurement 77

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Buyer Training Material Savings 77

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

No one is perfect, so of course, no business is perfect, and it naturally follows that no supply chain is perfect. There are many different elements to make sure the ship sails, and it needs a sizable crew to handle all of those elements. How you handle a complaint from a customer will determine your ability to keep their business.

Supply Chain Planning Software 71

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning Cost Reduction 71

GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

Transportation refers to the movement of product from one location to another as it makes its way from the beginning of a supply chain to the customer’s handle. Managers should ensure that a firm’s transportation strategy supports its competitive strategy. What is the Transportation Supply Chain?

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Supply Chains 100

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. A TMS can handle all these processes automatically when deployed properly. It is a one-stop platform that manages all existing transportation modes. Not every TMS is created equal.

How To 48

How To Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 48

GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2017

Politicians and industry experts have claimed for more than a year that automation and drone delivery will be able to handle the driver shortage, and while this belief may hold true, the widespread deployment of driverless trucks is still far from reality. Could Automation Reduce the Impact of the Driver Shortage in 2017?

Cost Reduction 51

Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Freight Capacity 51

GlobalTranz

MARCH 25, 2016

Some argue sustainability initiatives are solely the result of increasing government regulations, but Modern Materials Handling Staff reports another cause, consumers. Of course, other obstacles will continue to exist. How Important Is Sustainability in Logistics?

Material Savings 59

Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 59

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Can they Handle it? Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing. Read the Full Blog Post. Why all Bosses need to Hear This ONE Thing : I had data.

Blog 90

Blog Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Waste Reduction 90

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Of course, there will still be opportunities for safety violations, but automated systems, such as robotics, have the potential to virtually eliminate all the human touchpoints from the picking, packaging and shipping process. Fortunately, a dedicated TMS can handle this need.

Trends 50

Trends Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 50

GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2017

If a shipment needs to be recalled, drivers can receive automated alerts and notifications of the appropriate course of action. Responsiveness also includes how your company handles complaints or feedback from customers. This can have wide-ranging benefits for improving driver safety as well.

Supply Chain Software 49

Supply Chain Software Automation Efficiency Inventory Reduction 49

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. In other words, some manufacturers continue to resist the trend.

Manufacturing Procurement 58

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Procurement 58

GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2017

Unlike the heart, however, your routing guide needs to be continually updated to reflect the most relevant changes in carrier preferences, stipulations for compliance violations and detailed instructions on how to handle different shipping circumstances.

Vendor Strategies 48

Vendor Strategies Inbound Cost Reduction Price Reduction 48

GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

Since third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially those involved in order fulfillment and shipping processes, have a duty to ensure accuracy and delivery of merchandise, the NMTA®’s decision to reduce the reporting time frame will greatly impact the course of business.

Freight 92

Freight Document Material Savings After-sales 92

GlobalTranz

JUNE 17, 2016

So, shippers need to understand what the problem is, how it is handled and what it could mean for future business with carriers. What’s the Problem When Shippers Misrepresent Freight? When shippers misrepresent freight, it risks much more than just the cost charged by the company.

Negotiating Skills 54

Negotiating Skills Freight Cost Reduction Price Reduction 54

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

However, what happens if the company is unable to handle this increase in demand and loses customers, integrity, and brand reputation as a result? 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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 69

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning Resource Reduction 69

GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2017

Of course, you probably want your business to thrive. Your storefront is essentially a middleman who handles securing goods on one end and securing the buyer on the other, with your warehouse partner holding the goods and delivering them to the customer once the sale is made. It couldn’t be simpler. Drop-Shipping.

Procurement Solutions 49

Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Inventory Reduction 49

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Further, you gain access to an array of other value-added services which can include LTL freight back office support to handle pick-up scheduling, tracking, appointment confirmations, proof of deliveries, claim processing, bills of lading, auditing of freight bills and daily reporting on pricing so you can charge quickly.

Freight 50

Freight Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 50

Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

Of course, every business owner wants their operations running as tightly and efficiently as possible, but the footwork required to determine how to optimize your business’s operations and see tangible results is often easier said than done. . In conclusion, the “less handling of freight, the less damage to the freight,” Blalock says.

Optimal Sourcing 48

Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 48

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

We wanted to bring you some quick strategies and tips that can help your holiday shipping woes or at any time of the year where you experience an increase in shipping volumes. Core carrier programs and carrier negotiations that once played a fundamental role in shippers’ cost reduction strategies no longer are sufficient.

Cost Reduction 86

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 86

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The most common complaint of newer companies using big data analytics capabilities tends to revolve around traditional questions of business strategy. Consider the following elements explains John Richardson of Inbound Logistics, that impact business strategy. Increasing order efficiency. Demand forecasts. The quantity of each product.

Supply Chain Design Software 115

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Design 115

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2015

We wanted to bring you some quick strategies and tips that can help your holiday shipping woes or at any time of the year where you experience an increase in shipping volumes. Core carrier programs and carrier negotiations that once played a fundamental role in shippers’ cost reduction strategies no longer are sufficient.

Cost Reduction 48

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 48

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

In the course of international trade, compliance with international trade laws and cultural differences can lead to confusion when interpreting contractual terms and obligations. Is There a Simpler Way to Handle FOB? One of these terms, free or freight on board, also has irony within its name.

Freight 82

Freight Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction 82

GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2018

Of course, its additional benefits, like reduced costs and simplicity in back-office work, help too. Multiple carriers managing and handling freight. Of course, carriers and drivers will be aware once the freight is scheduled within the system. Nonexistent requests for proposal (RFP) over the last three years.

Cost Reduction 64

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 64

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 15, 2014

You would also do well to let some of the incoming warehouse management processes be handled by a transportation management system that has automation features for inbound transportation functions. Find a good balance of action and strategy to ensure you meet both ends of the spectrum for optimum results.

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2016

For more on containment force, check out our on demand webinar on How to Properly Wrap a Pallet.) . Unless, of course, a thicker film applied with more film tension was used. 5% of all CPG products end up in landfills as un-salable due to damaged freight in warehousing, material handling and transit.

Data 55

Data Cost Reduction Freight Material Savings 55

GlobalTranz

APRIL 9, 2015

Now of course, this continues to strengthen the need for a hard look at how we handle the Highway Trust Fund and how we deal with aging infrastructure. Well, basically, because getting freight in a smooth matter is clearly important to helping combat the capacity crunch as it is and of course, moving forward. Wide shoulders.

Capacity 102

Capacity Transportation Cost Reduction Industry 102

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

These individual packages are then added to tubs or containers slotted for less-than-truckload shipping to help move goods fewer times while reducing the number of times a worker must handle the product. An efficient transportation management system must be able to handle the addition of new inventory, users, and new locations.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Transportation 75

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 3, 2017

Did someone overlook something, and if not, how does the process handle refund requests and ensure compliance with expectations, like overnight and on-time delivery. Of course, exceptions and corrections should also be tracked in tandem. Traditional auditing by workers is simply unrealistic with the volume of today’s parcels.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 54

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Procurement Solutions Vendor Strategies 54

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2015

With that said, when we call a blog post a freight blog, it will focus more on the actual freight vs. the strategies and other factors involved beyond that freight. Given that, the most read freight articles of 2015 focused on some changes coming to freight, such as concealed damage laws and DIM Pricing.

Article 51

Article Freight Price Reduction Cost Reduction 51