The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

Steve is he Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture, a company that helps companies reimage fulfillment operations to align with business goals, address market trends, and meet customer demands. Steve Shebuski is the Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Unlocking Customer Satisfaction: Is Your Fulfilment Strategy Aligned with Expectations? At this point, a new age in the use of technology and fulfillment operations throughout an expanding supply chain network began. Sending orders to a few drop shipping companies and distribution facilities was no longer sufficient.

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Stord

JANUARY 22, 2018

Whether you are a small business owner or a corporate logistics manager, it’s crucial to stay attuned to the most innovative ways to optimize your distribution network. Individually-owned businesses can operate with great autonomy and fast reaction times. If the customer wants it now, the network has to meet the request.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Has your company ever suffered problems with, implemented, or even considered implementing a sales and operations (S&OP) planning process? Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Who’s Who in the S&OP Process?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It is important to have a robust incident response plan in place for your distribution operation in the event of a cybersecurity breach. This involves identifying the systems, assets, data, and capabilities that are critical to the business’s operations, as well as the threats and vulnerabilities that could affect them.

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Radius Logistics

APRIL 15, 2024

In the swiftly evolving global commerce landscape, businesses constantly seek strategies to streamline operations, reduce overheads, and enhance customer satisfaction. This flexibility is crucial for companies looking to scale operations without the burden of managing additional warehousing space.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 31, 2022

Relentless eCommerce trends continue to put tremendous strain on distribution and fulfilment operations worldwide. “With rising service level agreements dictating order fulfilment process improvements, automation can help bring stability, predictability and potentially unlock greater efficiency to their operations.”

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Topic: Prepping for Peak: How to Level-up your CX Strategy this holiday season. Retailers and shippers must adapt their strategy to ensure they get the right product, to the right place at the right time to meet the high expectations of consumers/customers. Description: .

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Joe is a force to be reckoned with in the world of logistics and supply chain strategy. About Wagner Logistics Wagner Logistics , a leading provider of supply chain solutions, offers a comprehensive range of services designed to optimize and streamline operations for businesses across various industries.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

We regularly or infrequently see more headlines of various companies investing in order fulfillment operations. So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. So there is no fixed rule for selecting the order fulfillment strategy. Let’s fill in! What is Order fulfillment?

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of order management, the role of an Order Management System (OMS), what happens after checkout and how to master your order management strategy with the help of cutting-edge order management systems and order management software. What Is Order Management? Schedule your free demo today.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Executives must have the fortitude to make changes in the operating policies and the network infrastructure that may affect the lives of employees. Network design solutions are absolutely necessary to uncover business value when the production-distribution infrastructure is large. The larger the supply chain, the bigger the payout.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, optimizing warehouse operations is crucial for achieving operational efficiency. Predictive and prescriptive analytics have emerged as valuable tools that enable warehouse operations managers to streamline processes, minimize costs, and enhance productivity.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

Spurred by the record-breaking growth of e-commerce and rising labor costs, robots can have a very positive impact in distribution centers when implemented correctly. To meet rising demand, supply chain executives must begin considering new ways to increase the capacity of their existing facilities.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Enhancing Workplace Safety AGVs offer numerous benefits but let’s first talk about safety because what is more important?

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Stord

APRIL 4, 2019

High consumer expectations, a storage shortage and disruptions from trade tensions are increasingly revealing the shortcomings of traditional distribution models. To meet these high standards, shippers must position inventory near their customers to speed delivery and lower last mile costs.

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Ship Monk

JULY 12, 2023

In between, I was a partner in a tech hardware distribution business, Arbitech, that earned recognition as the fastest-growing business in the US in Entrepreneur Magazine. I spent my first few weeks visiting our operations in California, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Mexico.

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Inventory Replenishment Strategies to Boost Profitability. They have well-executed inventory replenishment processes that ensure items are reordered in the right quantities and at the right time to meet actual customer demand. 5 Inventory Replenishment Strategies to Increase Profits. Both can be very costly.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Enhancing Workplace Safety AGVs offer numerous benefits but let’s first talk about safety because what is more important?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The pandemic halted many supply chains last year, closing factories and stores, and limiting manufacturing and distribution operations. With transportation delays already cutting into fulfillment timeframes, companies need efficient, technology-driven distribution networks that surpass traditional linear supply chains.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 30, 2022

Our three pillars (or fundamentals) of great supply chain management excellence are strategy, service, and cost. Aligning strategy, service, and financial factors in your supply chain operation is essential to support your company’s overall business strategy , mission, and objectives. The Importance of Alignment.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

This includes managing transportation, inventory, warehousing, and distribution to streamline the flow of goods and services. Logistics management is an essential part of supply chain management and is crucial in achieving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and boosting customer satisfaction.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2020

“Our decision to expand our presence into Spain is a logical step at this point,” commented Tero Peltomäki, Cimcorp’s Executive Vice President, Operations and Technology, “and supports our growth strategy. Hakkarainen is target-oriented, committed to Cimcorp’s growth strategy and has a strong track record of business results.

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

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Conger

APRIL 1, 2024

The essence of preventive maintenance is a proactive approach that acts as insurance against unexpected breakdowns that can quickly disrupt business operations. Continue reading to learn more about this essential strategy to ensure your equipment performs optimally at all times. Let’s dive in!

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2021

FedEx Express has announced its transition to a direct-serve presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to meet the country’s growing international shipping demands. 400m/€345m) into the country’s economy over the next 10 years through talent management and local operations and infrastructure.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2024

They operate both their own fleet and a dedicated fleet, that has 5,300 trucks. The goods flow through 3 import centers, 14 strategically located distribution centers in North America, 106 final-mile shipping hubs, and nearly 1,700 branch locations. The company sources goods from 36,000 suppliers out of 30 nations.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2017

Thus, warehouse and distribution center management will face added pressures to do more this year with the same, if not fewer, resources. To improve warehouse and distribution center management in your company, instill these five tips in the minds of your team members and company contacts. Use Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder.

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The site appears to have found its niche, filling a gap ‘somewhere’ between strategy, defence institutional performance and modernisation. Fuller once did, that logistics is ‘the basis of strategy and tactics’ and tread further from centuries-old doctrinal roots. [1] It is part of the art of command.

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GoShip Blog

JUNE 28, 2022

Learn more about palletizing practices and improve your pallet shipping strategy! Applying a pallet shipping strategy can make your supply chain safer and diminish threats of cargo damage. It can speed up physical operations and reduce the need to hire additional staff. What is pallet shipping? How to palletize your freight?

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 31, 2021

The Cotton On Group , one of Australia’s largest global retailers, has once again selected Vanderlande ’s flexible TRAYSORTER solution in order to optimise the processes within its distribution centre (DC) in Avalon Victoria. Our scalable solution was the perfect match for the Cotton On Group’s omni-channel distribution approach.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) that invest in new technologies will be well-positioned to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase accuracy, to remain competitive and meet the demands of the market. Evans Distribution Systems adopted machine vision with AI to improve order accuracy for our fulfillment customers.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Today, warehouse managers face an endless battle with a growing number of products and limited storage capacity, and among distribution center managers, the challenge of warehouse slotting is even more difficult. The revenue of a given distribution center is directly related to its carrying costs.

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Locus

MAY 25, 2022

The above statement is spot on, largely because of its subtext: Customers spend their money elsewhere because they are not happy with how companies meet their expectations. Here are seven key strategies that they have used to make it happen. When e-commerce was in its infancy, people were more forgiving around meeting delivery times.

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Kanban Logistics

JUNE 11, 2020

If you’re looking for a pharmaceutical distribution center to store and distribute your products, the right partner can make all the difference. Written procedures must describe the distribution process for each drug. 5 things to look for in pharmaceutical distribution center provider. tires or coffee).

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 5, 2022

DHL is planning to invest £482m across its UK E-commerce operation, DHL Parcel UK. The investment in sustainable infrastructure and vehicles supports Deutsche Post DHL Group’s sustainability strategy which is in line with the Paris Agreement through the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

ORTEC, a global provider of leading end-to-end supply chain solutions developed specifically for the operational needs of manufacturers, retailers, and distributors, introduces a state-of-the-art solution purpose-fit for the operational needs of the manufacturing and finished goods logistics industries.

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