CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2021

webinar, C.H. Regarding the gap of drivers on long-haul lanes, what are the strategies that may be implemented to overcome this drastic labor shortage in freight transportation? . Updating and professionalizing benefits packages. Based on historical data, we can see that spot rates tend to decline when volume softens.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2017

The answer is simple; shippers must track the right data. Knowing the proper metrics and data points to track promotes cost-effective shipping practices and can improve vendor, carrier and consumer relationships, reports Merrill Douglas of Inbound Logistics. Less-than-Truckload Data Shows Carrier Performance Scores per Carrier.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 20, 2023

Shipper's Guide to Planning Ahead Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 20, 2023 Data shows there is a consensus that revenue will increase and inventory levels will build. The latest LCI forecasts an upwards trend for Q2.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2016

A major contributing factor is the inherent difficulty in measuring and documenting packaging suitability for LTL and over-the-road pallet load shipments. For more on containment force, check out our on demand webinar on How to Properly Wrap a Pallet.) . Referring to the data . Establishing and monitoring .

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 29, 2020

Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales Joe Carlier will join a panel of experts in a May 21 webinar hosted by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) on the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study. Please click here to register. How analytics fit into the supply chain. Why is there an analytics gap?

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. Packaging plays a significant role in preserving freshness and preventing damage during transportation.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Rather than giving up, shippers need to consider what Amazon and the big box giants have done right and apply these concepts as part of a robust parcel shipping strategy. Unfortunately, the volume of small packages shipped , as well as the variety of carriers used, can make keeping costs in check sound like a dream, inaccessible.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Over the years, Amazon’s strategy to tackle counterfeit goods focused on providing data to law enforcement and taking aggressive enforcement actions against counterfeit sellers. I believe we are on the doorstep of a tentative agreement,” Gene Seroka, executive director for the Port of LA, said during a webinar on Thursday.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

An ecommerce fulfillment warehouse in the USA sends the wrong packages to customers. Ethereum shares some common features with Bitcoin, including how it’s mined by computers and codifies unique data that can be used to track everything from transactions to an exchange of goods (more on that below). Blockchain in Supply Chain Can Help.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Preparing your supply chain for resiliency begins with risk management and a proactive strategy. The average cost of a data breach reached $3.86 It’s not enough to have a Plan B, just in case.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Combine this with the fascination in industry for “big data” and you have a recipe for a specialised, cloud-based archiving language. It involves packaging, labels, sophisticated transportation, customer service. To store hundreds of terabytes (TB) of data effectively, many companies are turning to cloud-based storage.

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WorkWave

MAY 22, 2020

Here are some preparedness tips for already contracted in-person events: Collect data : Survey your audience. Share your strategy: Create a preparedness plan and post it on your conference website or mobile app to ensure the audience is aligned with, and aware of, what is required from them.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 5, 2017

It’s then picked by robots from the shelves, packaged and placed into a self-driving truck. This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. But, the same data can have a drastic impact on supply chain planners and agencies around the globe. The truck never stops until arriving for reloading.

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Locus

MARCH 20, 2023

Watch this webinar to deliver exceptional customer experiences! Watch the Webinar What is last-mile tracking? This means that packages are tracked from the minute they leave the transportation hub to when they reach the customers’ doorstep. Constantly looking for ways to ensure customer satisfaction?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

Before a package has even been picked up, problems may arise. Unfortunately, problems can continue well into pick up when a thorough understanding of processes and data capture is not in place. However, these problems can be avoided through the use of data capture, organization, and carrier-shipper relationship elements.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 11, 2017

While new technologies, like drone delivery, big data analytics and the Internet of things (IoT) push the boundaries of traditional last mile delivery logistics, growing complexity continues to puzzle shippers. As a result, last mile delivery logistics no longer comprise the last mile of sending a package to consumers’ homes.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2018

Shipping data has historically been locked up in a disparate array of silos like multi-carrier systems, carrier-provided systems, and websites that each store data in a variety of different formats. Register For The Webinar. The more data you have, the more opportunities there are to mine for nuggets of cost savings.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2017

It’s then picked by robots from the shelves, packaged and placed into a self-driving truck. This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. But, the same data can have a drastic impact on transportations planners and agencies around the globe. Robotics Improve Inbound and Outbound Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 14, 2018

However, parcel hundredweight programs may have stringent criteria for parcels, so choosing the right packaging , read the smallest possible box, and selecting the right service are key to making this shift lower total freight spend. Working with a 3PL goes further by providing value-added services to shippers with parcel needs.

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WorkWave

MARCH 20, 2023

This post delves into the fundamentals of delivery management, a variety of solutions accessible to delivery businesses today, key components offered by these platforms, and how to decide on the correct one for your organization’s requirements as well as effective strategies for implementation.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

We first did an overview of the 10 areas of strategy a shipper must know in order to stay competitive. Today we will talk about the flow of strategy as pertains to inventory flow and driving warehouse efficiency. The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do. ” ― Michael E. Automated Data Collection.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 27, 2018

Moreover, choosing cost-effective packaging guarantees low investment and safety of goods as well. You can optimize the packaging using a variety of tools such as the genuine adhesive and sew on tapes so that the freight occupies less volume, and it does not increase the weight of the package. Analysis and Improvisation.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

Have Easy to Analyze Actionable Insight Gleaned from the Data Created in the Transportation Management System. With this freight data, you are able to see how changes in you shipping patterns can affect your overall cost. You can use a TMS solution to get an accurate report on freight data, costs, speeds, and much more.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 17, 2017

It stretches into the use of technology to provide additional touch points and care in both the picking, shipping and packaging process, and as a result, last mile deliveries run more efficiently and effectively. Consumers want to know when a product is picked, packaged, labeled, and shipped. Everyone loves a freebie.”

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 3, 2017

Cerasis Small Package Auditing service can check past packages for late delivery, incorrect manifests, verification of addresses, validation of addresses, weekend pickup and delivery, dimensional weight costs, duplicate billing, lost packages and much more, which go back to its primary processes and benefits.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

WorldShipping.org cites data from The Network for Transit and the Environment that shows that measured by grams/kg/km air freight as the largest carbon footprint impact and steamships as the lowest. There’s an alarming paradox in the world of consumer packaged goods sustainability. 1% of US GDP. Root cause.

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Shipchain

DECEMBER 20, 2018

A well-rounded set of posts on LTL, FT, small package and last-mile delivery, not to mention an extensive list of compliance and regulatory posts, makes this blog a go-to resource for any company interested in better supply chain practices. Topics include blockchain, Big Data, retail accomplishments, news from major carriers and more.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

However, though, with the expectations of an easy return experience from the B2C side of business, the industrial (read bigger freight shipments than small package) side and B2B side of business are now expected to have an efficient, focused, an costly reverse logistics program. Download the Webinar Replay. Read the Full Post.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 23, 2018

The Solution: Expanded Parcel Shipping Systems Put Multi-Carrier Options in the Spotlight Expansion of service level agreements and contract carriers are the answer to problems in using multi-carrier parcel shipping strategies. Compare the rates and delivery windows for parcel packages from the same carrier.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2018

Digital technologies are becoming more prevalent in basic supply chain functions, and changes in legislation are likely to spur dramatic changes that will result in the need to reevaluate supply chain strategy in both domestic and international locations. Data-visualization Will Shorten Delivery Times. of the digital supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 21, 2016

However, most of these reasons can be broken down into the following categories: Data Cost - Accessing the Internet has become incredibly cheap, but it is not free. Each byte of data cost real money, and logistics providers must incorporate these costs into their annual or quarterly budget proposals.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

There are many different types of WMS software packages available on the market, depending on your needs. There are robust means of data collection and analytics available to modern supply businesses, and you should take advantage of high data resolutions to maximize the efficiency of every aspect of your operation.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Companies could invest in software packages that enabled better tracking and management of the product flow. Unfortunately, meeting this ever-changing demand means companies must have a way of generating and analyzing real-time data reflecting what customers want now. Big data is another issue entirely.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2018

It is not enough just to buy a PC for each employee’s desk, provide packages tracking, extend corporate website functionality, and install corporate software that will calculate the data faster. There is also an opportunity to use Big Data technologies. However, not everything is that simple! However, there is a simple solution.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 9, 2018

Weight limits , including the maximum, minimum and most common package weights for the item type. Supplies necessary for packaging requirements , including pallets, shrink wrap, and braces for LTL shipments. Dimensions of the package , which may exclude it from parcel or even freight consolidation for LTL programs.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2017

As mentioned in this webinar , autonomous vehicles and third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) are making shipping technology affordable for small to mid-sized shippers, leveling the playing field at last and improving supply chain efficiency across the board. Standard TMS capacity is changing. Timely and accurate shipments. Sustainability.

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