GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

However, every purchase, and therefore, every order is valuable, especially as social media grows in dominance to prove the customer is always at the forefront of any business. Small packages have always proven to be more difficult in managing during order fulfillment. They get lost or misplaced. They get damaged. They get forgotten.

Negotiating Skills 55

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Purchasing Skills 55

GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

This has the effect of lowering overall shipping costs, meeting customers’ demands for lower-cost, faster delivery of small packages. Purchase Insurance. Before shipping anything, consider the value-add of purchasing insurance. Prepare and Retain Customs Documentation for Items Moving Across International Borders.

Cost Reduction 60

Cost Reduction Material Savings Expense Reduction Negotiating Skills 60

GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

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. Walmart uses its mammoth purchasing power to shape suppliers’ behavior which also drives down costs, Gartner said. ” Walmart states early on.

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

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. Perform comprehensive assessments of offshore suppliers to ensure that they are capable of meeting your expectations. Weigh the facts.

White Paper 94

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

So, many suppliers utilize outside logistics management to ensure customers remain fully satisfied and continue to repeat purchasing. Proof of Delivery receipts for returns should be closely tracked—checking carrier sites every 2 hours for POD documents. The annual volume of returns in the U.S. Customers want results.

Reverse logistics 103

Reverse logistics Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation 103

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2016

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. Each of these factors contributes to information about why and why not customers are choosing to purchase goods from a given company.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

GlobalTranz

MARCH 2, 2015

Institute an internal 3PL evaluation team: This team must include representation from the supply chain/logistics, information technology, sales/marketing, purchasing, and finance departments. It is imperative that you choose the 3PL that offers the clearest quantitative value to your company.

4PL 101

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