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10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution

The Logistics of Logistics

The need for practical and applicable last-mile delivery in retail involves saving money and reducing the expenses associated with this vital yet often overlooked leg of the shipping journey. Proper management of final deliveries is critical for maintaining high profits and reducing operating costs.

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How to Measure Success: KPIs for Inbound Logistics

WorkWave

Inbound logistics refers to the processes and activities involved in managing the movement, storage and handling of goods, materials and resources as they flow into a company or organization from suppliers or vendors. It combines metrics such as on-time delivery, accurate documentation and undamaged products.

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Value-adding Features of a Great Freight Rating System Within a TMS

GlobalTranz

The tools optimize the headhaul and backhaul components of a shipper’s network and deliver analytics used by shippers during negotiations with carriers. Investigate how frequently the vendor updates information and the level of shipper involvement in maintenance. The Cerasis Rater eliminates the manual process.

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Seven Steps to Successful TMS Solution Selection

247 Customs Broker

To align with strategy, such as growth, a company may need to upgrade its technology. The second step in the process is documenting the critical requirements (technical and non-technical) of the business. This is also the time to document the current state versus the future state. TMS Solution Selection Step 4: Demo Phase.

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The Benefits of RPA in Supply Chain

RPA Labs

In addition to the optimization of workflow to gain more speed in business, automation is ramped up to reduce operational costs, collaboration is enhanced, logistics service providers can more confidently provide real-time visibility, and pivot from reactive to proactive management by exception to prevent excessive costs.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Shipping technology: the must-have systems in the shipper tech stack

FreightWaves SONAR

Cloud-based systems, automated processes , machine-backed performances, and advanced tool integration will all help shippers improve and keep ahead of the competition. Access to third-party supplier and vendor resources Concerns about updating shipping technology stacks are common. Request a SONAR Demo.

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[Infographic] The components of a freight routing guide

FreightWaves SONAR

With all the advances in technology and a continuous need to just do more with less, it’s imperative for shippers to start by assessing the quality of their basic data and analytics tools. According to PLS Logistics , “A routing guide is an essential tool for businesses seeking greater control over transportation decision-making.

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