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Managed Services Clarifies Data In The Chemical Supply Chain

Trinity Logistics

Chemical manufacturers collect and use a lot of data in their supply chain. They deal with data on their products, customers, transportation, storage, operations and more. Acquiring that data is not hard but managing and utilizing that information to be able to analyze your business is the challenge. Managed Services.

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Transportation Strategies for Continued Success

Logistics Viewpoints

Ultimately it comes down to whether shippers want to manage their freight spend in-house or outsource it. Electronic data interchange (EDI) solutions have proven deficient in providing robust visibility. Address Outsourcing Risks Head On. Better ETA and better visibility into when orders will arrive are a requirement.

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Five New Ways Shipping Businesses Will Use Technology in 2021

MTS Logistics

Shipping businesses gather a great deal of data each time they deal with a supplier or customer. Often, the data collected merely sits unused. Analytics tools, however, can help businesses analyze the data that they have for actionable insights. One in two small businesses deal with some form of data breach each year.

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Remote Services: So far, yet so near

Logistics Business Magazine

The trend is to not simply respond to problems, but to analyse data and simulate scenarios proactively to enable customers to have maximum availability. The example of the TGW Logistics Group shows why these services are worthwhile. Example: TGW Logistics Group.

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6 Things to Look for in a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Partner

Now, That's Logistics

David Buss, DB Schenker USA CEO explains, “With the right 3PL partner in place, organizations can effectively outsource tasks like order picking and packing; kitting and assembly; inventory management; returns management; rush deliveries; and other logistics-related activities.” 6 Things to Look for in a 3PL. Meeting Customer Demands.

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What is Transportation Management Software?

Trinity Logistics

Transportation Management software offers you a way to view insightful data, gain visibility, and better manage all the moving parts in the shipping process. How do you gather and view data? Through a TMS, you can automate and optimize your processes, gain visibility into your logistics, and view valuable data.?. your logistics?

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How to Reduce Transportation Costs

Trinity Logistics

For example, you may discover that one carrier consistently adds accessorial charges while another compatible carrier does not. For example, you may be required to use their specific providers as a condition of doing business with them. GET DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS. Data has quickly become one of the world’s most valuable resources.