Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

In a thoughtful webinar today digital freight forwarder Zencargo co-Founder, Richard Fattal, and Bis Henderson ‘s Louisa Hosegood debated the unprecedented pressures in the global supply chain this year and how they jeopardise retailer’s profitability. Reverse logistics and the management of returns has become even more important.

Supply Chains 68

Supply Chains Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction 68

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

According to Mitchell’s NY , last mile logistics is seen as the least efficient leg of shipping, and it accounts for up to 20 percent of the total shipping cost of a product. An effective last mile logistics strategy must be focused on consumer needs. Be Consumer-Centric. Manage Returns Thoroughly, Effectively.

Inventory Reduction 145

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategy Logistics Network Optimization Software 145

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Today, the tech devices that entered the market in early 2016 are obsolescent, and more companies are looking for real-time data-driven decision making opportunities through the Internet of Things (IoT). As explained by Zvi Schreiber, CEO of Freightos, saving time for end users will be the cornerstone of all logistics operations in 2017.

Resource Reduction 82

Resource Reduction Trends Inventory Reduction Material Savings 82

GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2015

As most warehouse strategies are formed to combat issues of product shortage or provide important accounting data regarding a product, technology has been created to help reverse supply chains and drive larger recovery by serving the business needs for selling surplus. Identify waste streams and inefficiencies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2016

The push toward a more efficient, data-driven supply chain will result in more competition among companies. As companies take steps to achieve lower rates, by utilizing third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ), the competition will further increase. E-Commerce & OmniChannel Solutions Continue to Drive Competition.

Waste Reduction 91

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 91

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Collaboration is poised to enable better flow of information and resources in both directions for both parts of the supply chain, which will inherently lead to more efficient processes and data-based decisions. So, why do supply chain managers not take advantage of this data with respect to procurement? But, the divide continues.

Manufacturing Procurement 108

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing 108

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 24, 2015

However, one of the most important aspects of supply chain strategies is often overlooked: the reverse supply chain (also referred to as reverse logistics ). Basically, reverse logistics in the supply chain revolves around dealing with end-of-life, malfunctioning, or hardware upgrades.

Price Reduction 97

Price Reduction Resource Reduction Expense Reduction Material Savings 97

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

From the increased demand to data-driven decision-making through the industrial Internet of things (IIoT) to the use of cloud-based technologies, supply chain technology will advance light years in the coming months. Automation within Advanced Supply Chain Technologies Will Increase.

Supply Chain Software 68

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Technology Supply Chains Logistics Network Optimization Software 68

Locus

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

To decode the nuances behind the industry, Aman Jha, VP of Operations, and Rajarshi Chattopadhyay, VP: Product, Growth, Data & Tech at RentoMojo, got in conversation with Mehul Kapadia, Chief Growth Officer at Locus, in the third episode of Locus’ In focus webinar series.

Modeling Software 52

Modeling Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Modeling 52

GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

One that is integrated with TMS offers more value for customers and better leverage when negotiating contracts with additional features providing the latest data. Make sure that the data is reliable and as real-time as feasible. TMS can provide supportive real-time data. The Basic Functionality of a Freight Rating System.

Supply Chain Planning Software 90

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

To achieve these results, a quality LTL-based TMS must include the following modules: Reverse Logistics. Therefore, any LTL system must consider reverse logistics in every function. Analytics systems and automated reporting help you make data-based decisions, so LTL selection and costs decrease.

Optimization Software 55

Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies 55

GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

At its core, the IoT serves as a way of gathering data and information about a process, but applications of the IoT can detect potential problems within a machine before the machine falters. Automated Data Transfers. For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate.

Supply Chain Software 103

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Scenario Planning 103

GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2016

Today, wearables are becoming increasingly popular, and these devices have the potential to radicalize the typical supply chain in forward and reverse logistics processes. Workers could not logically carry around a tablet strapped to their chest and enter data manually while still performing the critical processes of the supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Logistics Network Optimization Software 74

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

Ultimately, these 3rd Party Logistics Companies may have additional resources in countries around the globe with difficult import and export regulations. However, 3rd Party Logistics Companies with existing multilateral agreements with companies around the globe may also have similar qualifications. Automated processing of claims.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 96

Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 96

GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

Let’s take a closer look at the problem with trying to manage over the road (OTR) modes through traditional, manual data entry and freight scheduling versus using a TMS. Reverse logistics. The Challenge: Too Many OTR Modes Make Visibility Difficult Over the road modes of transit include much more than many shippers realize.

How To 48

How To Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 48

GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2016

Reduced Errors and Need For Reverse Logistics - The ability of robots to log huge sums of data and review this data for errors with pinpoint accuracy will lead to an unparalleled reduction in errors. As a result, the need for reverse logistics processes that revolve around inaccurate order fulfillment will decrease.

Price Reduction 65

Price Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Logistics Network Optimization Software 65

GlobalTranz

JUNE 9, 2015

Consider how an employee might react when he or she discovers he or she must also oversee data entry during the order fulfillment process. Analysis of Big Data. Will the employee feel appreciated? Will the employee grow to resent his or her employer?

Transportation 96

Transportation Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 96

GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

And, to boot, as more and more customers, and your competitors, are turning to multiple sales channels and methods of distribution (often referred to as multi- or omni-channel logistics ), there continue to be more advancements in transportation technology solutions for e-commerce and reverse logistics.

Outsourcing 98

Outsourcing Transportation Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2015

The term refers not only to mobile workers and mobile devices, but also to the mobility of corporate data. Enterprise mobility management products, such as data loss prevention technologies, are available to help IT departments address these risks. What is Mobility as it Applies to Manufacturing and Other Businesses?

Supply Chain Design Software 54

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Inventory Reduction 54

Turvo

JANUARY 12, 2021

This is a primary focus of an upcoming FreightWaves webinar this week on Thursday, January 14th, 2020, at 2 PM EST. Panelists for the event are Sudarsan Thattai, Chief Information Office for Lineage Logistics, and Ketan Karkhanis, Turvo’s Chief Product Officer, moderated by FreightWaves’ VP of Sponsored Content, Mary Anne Hensley.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Webinar Supply Chains 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

Truly, the possibilities may be endless in logistics application. Logistics Providers Will Increase Partnerships and Collaborations. While many 3PLs may not want to share data, sharing data is rapidly becoming the norm. This goes back to recent conversations about lean business processes.

Trends 63

Trends Industry Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction 63

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

as a result, modern supply chain entities must be willing to transition to a circular supply chain, which includes the entire reverse logistics process , in order to continue to grow and become sustainable in a future without an unlimited supply of resources.

Supply Chain Software 69

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Resource Reduction 69

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Manufacturers will be able to improve their inventory due to the information presented by both supply chain and operations data. To accomplish these fixes, companies will rely on customer feedback provided by product sensors and on social media and a sound reverse logistics strategy to handle returns seamlessly.

Manufacturing Procurement 81

Manufacturing Procurement Trends Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 81

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Industry data for 2004 - 2013 shows an annual loss of at least $17 billion due to vacant positions, with shocking losses of around $45 billion in both 2012 and 2013. Indicators are that the worker deficit could rise to over 2 million unfilled jobs in the next decade.

Buyer Training 104

Buyer Training Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Optimization Software 104

Shipchain

DECEMBER 20, 2018

The blog reports on recent changes to policies, best practices in supply chain management, whitepapers detailing procurement through reverse logistics and much more. Logistics Viewpoints. Topics include blockchain, Big Data, retail accomplishments, news from major carriers and more. Inbound Logistics. TechBullion.

Supply Chain Planning Software 134

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Blog 134

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2017

Per Bill DuBois of Kinaxis , data extraction and access continues to be kept in silos, process and function goals conflict, and teams continue to be isolated. However, the solution to these problems lies in distributing the workload evenly, including access to data sources and sharing of information. Risk Management Evolved in 2016.

Supply Chain Software 50

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Collaboration Sourcing Strategies 50

GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2018

Fortunately, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and fully integrated supply chain systems have the potential to meet these demands, and e-commerce will effectively change supply chain management forever. As a result, e-commerce will have wide-ranging impacts on supply chain management.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 52

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2016

But perhaps the most far-reaching changes will center around the use of large data systems to drive sustainability in logistics and supply chains. The more transparent this data is, the more effectively managers and executives will be able to use it to keep efficiency high. IoT Tech Reduces Waste of Merchandise & Goods.

Supply Chain Planning Software 57

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software 57

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Unfortunately, meeting this ever-changing demand means companies must have a way of generating and analyzing real-time data reflecting what customers want now. Ultimately, customers work with your B2B partners, who then request orders or freight quotes based on their data. Big data is another issue entirely.

Manufacturing Procurement 87

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 87

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 29, 2016

There are many benefits that accompany the use of transport and logistics providers and their TMS systems. Are Shippers “Jumping the Transport and Logistics Providers and TMS Ship?”. However, the 10 percent buys power in the supply chain by addressing three pain points of not using a TMS , which depend.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 50

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Transportation Inventory Reduction 50

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. In fact, the main reason for this post was spurred on by a Linkedin discussion we started around Reverse Logistics. Without reverse logistics, my company would not exist.

Automation 96

Automation Reverse logistics Data Material Savings 96

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

It also requires the ability for logistics and supply chain managers to look at forward moving logistics as well as reverse logistics. . The use of reverse logistics provides a myriad of benefits to include: Reduced administrative, transportation and aftermarket support costs. Increased velocity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 64

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Trends 64

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Unlike the lean supply chain, the agile supply chain uses real-time data and updated information, as reported by Martin Christopher in Industrial Marketing Magazine , to leverage current operations and real-time data against demand forecast, which helps to improve the overall efficiency and productivity of the given entity.

Supply Chains 72

Supply Chains Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction 72