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3PL Logistics Companies Up Services to Continue to Meet the Needs of Shippers

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Predictive analytics , which identify the intrinsic inefficiencies in simple processes that did not warrant in-depth review in response to the Great Recession. For example, the Cerasis Rater enables rapid reporting, tracking of KPIs, and review of asset-allocation quickly and easily. They get lost or misplaced. They get damaged.

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11 Best Practices to Ship Parcel Like a Pro

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This has the effect of lowering overall shipping costs, meeting customers’ demands for lower-cost, faster delivery of small packages. Those needing to ship parcel in volume should negotiate shipping rates with all applicable carriers, including local and regional carriers, reports David Butcher of ThomasNet.

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Why Reverse Logistics Systems and Transportation Management Should Be Considered Together

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So, many suppliers utilize outside logistics management to ensure customers remain fully satisfied and continue to repeat purchasing. Companies that integrate reverse logistics systems into their logistics systems distinguish themselves from competitors in: effective management of inventory availability and cost. customer satisfaction.

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7 Distribution Technology Trends Worth Discussing

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Value-added services have also taken on a technology-like role as more companies want to use a comprehensive transportation management system (TMS) to thorough document and optimize their processes. Analytics Are Becoming a Fundamental Part the Distribution Technology Toolbag.

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Walmart: 3 Keys to Successful Supply Chain Management any Business Can Follow

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is one of a growing number of big-box retailers building out their supply chains with distribution centers designed to meet the demands of online shopping. “The net true cost considers issues such as waste-to-landfill, greenhouse gas emissions, economic mobility, worker safety and food safety. ” Walmart states early on.

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[WHITE PAPER] 4 Strategic Considerations when Considering Offshoring Parts of your Supply Chain

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One mistake companies often make is focusing on the lowest purchase price per item instead of considering the total landed cost of sourcing from offshore suppliers. Total landed cost includes such cost factors as transportation, port charges, duties and taxes, insurance, and material. Weigh the facts.

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20 Manufacturers Describe ERP Software Benefits in their Own Words

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After all, actual users are best-positioned to provide an unbiased report on how ERP features can be harnessed for real-world competitive advantages. Running our pricing accurately was a huge problem… it is fairly easy now, and further use of reporting features will help with this. That’s tougher. It is providing many positive results.