GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2015

Transparent supply chain management and effective supply chain visibility is a critical tool in a company’s continued growth and successful brand image. The latest John Oliver episode on Fashion (which you can watch below) featured shameful behavior and practices that were part of how products were and are being produced in third world countries. The Kathy Lee Gifford’s clothing line used underaged sweatshop workers.

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3PL Insights

APRIL 30, 2015

How to Avoid Common Shipping Mistakes by Matt Magpantay, Evans Distribution Systems Being aware of every detail in the shipping process is a must for all business owners. However, that does not always... The post How to Avoid Common Shipping Mistakes appeared first on 3PL Insights - Warehousing, Transportation, and Logistics.

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10xLogistics

APRIL 30, 2015

I have been covering XPO logistics for a very long time on this blog. In that coverage I have evolved my thought from thinking it was just another aggregator that will fail to it being just a big final mile player to finally saying, "watch out", Bradley Jacobs is coming after you. Yesterday was the deal of the year (in an early year) showing that logistics companies should fear what is going on at XPO.

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Apparel Logistics

APRIL 28, 2015

You depend on your third-party logistics (3PL) partner to help you get your products to their ultimate destinations in a timely fashion. However, just like not all 3PL service providers are the same, neither are business relationships with 3PL partners. You can have a mediocre partnership, or you can have one that thrives. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your 3PL partnership.

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The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 28, 2015

Yesterday we published a blog post concerning the notification window changes made by the NMFC for concealed freight damage. It was the fastest to reach 200 views of any blog post on the Cerasis blog (200 views in 45 minutes). I have a feeling it was so widely read as concealed damage claims are one of the most challenging and frustrating types of freight claims because it is so difficult to prove who was responsible for the damages.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

As the world becomes hyperconnected , the demand for rapid response for concealed freight damage, general freight damage or missing items from shipments has changed. On April 18, 2015, the National Motor Freight Traffic Assocation® has amended the NMFC rules regarding the required time frames for reporting concealed freight damage. Since third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially those involved in order fulfillment and shipping processes, have a duty to ensure accuracy and delivery of me

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 29, 2015

Even with the economic recovery, recent graduates have it rough. Unemployment among young people remains high and wages remain depressed. Frequently, graduates accept low-wage positions that do not utilize their degrees. However, one group of recent graduates —those looking for STEM jobs—has it easier than their peers. For these graduates with degrees in fields such as computer science and engineering, high-paying jobs are plentiful.

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