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3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

The definitions are confusing because the space is so dynamic and ever-changing. Inventory Management. Vendor Management. Customer / Supplier Management. Global Trade Management (GTM). Non-asset based – companies that don’t own assets like brokerages, service providers, etc. Inbound Logistics. Optimization.

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ESG-Driven Supply Chains: Moving Beyond Compliance Toward Proactive Sustainability

Logistics Viewpoints

A lack of standardized ESG metrics across industries and regions makes it challenging to consistently evaluate and compare supplier performance. Without common definitions, ESG assessments can be inconsistent or incomplete. Visibility typically decreases beyond immediate (Tier 1) suppliers.

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REPOST: 3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

The definitions are confusing because the space is so dynamic and ever-changing. Inventory Management. Vendor Management. Customer / Supplier Management. Global Trade Management (GTM). Non-asset based – companies that don’t own assets like brokerages, service providers, etc. Inbound Logistics. Optimization.

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What is the difference between ERP, Supply Chain Management and CRM

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

In 1990, technological research and advisory firm, Gartner, created the definition for enterprise resource planning (ERP) as: “an integrated suite of business applications. What do these different systems do to help a company, how are they different, and should they be separate or integrated? What is ERP?

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FourKites Visibility 2023: CONNECTED

Logistics Viewpoints

C-Suite Themes For the C-Suite, there are three main themes where supply chains make a definitive impact: increased customer retention, revenue growth, and lower costs. This equates to an economic impact of $350 billion a year, not to mention the environmental impact of idling trucks.

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SSI Schaefer publishes first Sustainability Report

Logistics Business Magazine

Specific goals defined with regard to a value-oriented corporate culture include, for instance, the development of a strategic EHS (environment, health and safety) management system or the definition of global KPIs for the Group’s safety performance.

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Why the Supply Chain Matters to Business Success

Logistics Bureau

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is simply one that I’m sure you’ll agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to arrive at. Remember that in the eyes of your customers, there is no distinction between the performance of your suppliers and that of your own company.