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5 Key Trends Driving Supply Chain Innovation

Talking Logistics

When we speak to supply chain leaders about innovations in their supply chain, it’s not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses. To the contrary, it’s often about rethinking how we view our operations, leverage all our stakeholders, and in the end, deliver the best experience to the customer. Trend #1: Customers Buying Experience Not Products.

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10 Key Building Blocks for your Export Marketing Success

GlobalTranz

Thanks to advances in the digital world, coupled with an ever-expanding global marketplace, marketing products and services internationally is no longer exclusive to big businesses. Companies of every size are far more accessible than ever, meaning that this is the perfect time for your business to enjoy export marketing success. Case Study | How We Grew Export Sales by 3000%.

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TALG's Involvement in the Future of the Logistics Industry

Apparel Logistics

The Apparel Logistics Group's (TALG) team members serve on the board for the Center for Logistics Education and Research at the University of North Texas (UNT ). The university is a top leader in industry education, and this partnership serves to help advance those seeking logistics careers at a critical time. Preparing Professionals for the Labor Shortage.

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Inventories Are Heading in The Right Direction

10xLogistics

Anyone who follows me knows I feel very strongly about the Total Inventory to Sales Ratio and how it forecasts the future for transportation (in the near term). If inventories rise over a period of time then it only stands to reason companies will start cutting them back. When they do that, freight slows to a crawl. Recently, a lot has been made about the current measurement decreasing (ever so slightly).

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Editor’s Pick: 3 Things You Need to Know About Cross-Border E-commerce

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this post, Marie Delphine Achille from Quintiq shares three insights about cross-border e-commerce. Did you know that the value of cross-border and domestic e-commerce is forecasted to be worth a whopping $3.4 trillion in 2020?

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Small Business Fulfillment and Natural Red: What’s Next?

3PL Insights

For Natural Red , after having won Detroit Fulfillment Initiative’s recent “Pitch It” contest , the immediate goal is to go from selling 5 products a day, to selling 50 products a day. The ultimate goal? To see her products in a store like Target. Meeting with Natural Red’s founder, Karen Guilmette about her small business fulfillment needs meant asking the question: how can she get there?

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Will the Effects of Brexit Boost the Grey Market?

Mazars Ledger

On June 23, 2016, the UK voted to leave the European Union (“EU”), winning by 52% to 48% in the… The post Will the Effects of Brexit Boost the Grey Market? appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Supply Chain Risk Management: Visibility is the Key

Talking Logistics

I like to say that supply chain management is synonymous with risk management, and the risks are growing every day, everything from natural disasters to cyberattacks. Unfortunately, many companies are falling short in managing these risks effectively. In what ways are they falling short? “I think it’s in failing to have a supply chain risk strategy,” said Phil Lavin, Development Consultant IT at Siemens Postal Parcel & Airport Logistics, in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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Order Management System: What exactly is an OMS?

GlobalTranz

In modern order fulfillment, the demand for an order management system is unparalleled. Prior to the rise of e-commerce, orders were handled through faxes and direct mail. However, the growth of e-commerce and Big Box retailers required systems that could streamline the entire process, getting more orders processed with fewer delays. As customers grew to demand greater seamlessness between online, brick-and-mortar sales and every channel in between, the modern order management system (OMS) was

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Top 5 Subscription Box Companies

3PL Insights

Are you in the mood to try out a subscription box for the first time? Or, do you want to change things up and get something new? If so, read on to see the top 5 best selling subscription box companies today. 1. Birchbox. Receive high-end beauty samples that allow you to discover new products. They have been chosen for you based on your personal profile.

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Yard labor challenges: Turning to technology not your human resources' team might be the answer

PINC

Labor is expensive. It’s also getting harder and harder to find good professionals right now, thanks to a recovering economy and brisk growth in certain sectors (like construction and information technology).

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This Week in Logistics News (July 10-14, 2017)

Talking Logistics

I will be climbing to the clouds this Sunday. Well, not literally. It’s a bike ride I’m participating in as part of my training for our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team ride this September in support of JDRF. You know who else has been hitting the roads? My teammates Andrew Clarke, CFO at C.H. Robinson , and Steve Wallace, Inside Sales Executive at Elemica.

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[WEBINAR REPLAY] The Essential Guide to Freight Claims Management

GlobalTranz

Cerasis Inc., held a live webinar entitled “The Essential Guide to Freight Claims Management” on June 6th, 2017. Those who were not able to attend can now download a live replay of this highly educational webinar on a very important subject. This webinar is perfect for shippers of all sizes. to get educational material covering all things freight claims.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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LTL vs FTL

Freightera

If you are in the business of shipping goods across the USA or Canada using land transport, you are concerned about cost-effectiveness, timely delivery and the safety of your shipment. As there are multiple modes of moving your cargo, it’s important to know which mode to choose. Most common among these modes of transport are LTL (Less than Truck Load) and FTL (Full Truck Load).

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Five Reasons SMBs Suddenly Make Sense For Forwarders

Freightos

Five Reasons SMBs Suddenly Make Sense For Forwarders. By John Edmonds, Research & Marketing, Freightos. One of the first rules forwarders drill into their sales teams is that it’s all about key accounts. The logic checks out. Smaller customers have a higher cost of service, lower volume, and, well, can be more error-prone. But as markets shift, technology shifts and, most importantly, margins shrink , forwarders are starting to revisit this core tenet of sales.

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The Business Case for Freight Visibility

Talking Logistics

Bennett Adelson, CEO of MacroPoint discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why is real-time freight visibility so important for shippers and 3PLs? What is Network Effectiveness and how does it impact the total cost and value of visibility? What benefits does real-time freight visibility provide to shippers, carriers, and brokers?

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Play it Cool | 6 Top Tips for Industrial Computer Cabinet Use to Limit Heat

GlobalTranz

Computers used on the shop floor will get hot. Protecting your capital assets from overheating requires air flow management, temperature control, efficient energy consumption and a way to keep computer technology cool… constantly. Here’s why an industrial computer cabinet is right for the job. If computer technology is at the heart of your shop floor, you might be wary of the risk to your business if it fails.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Fossil to the Future? Post Paris Agreement, State & Local Governments, Academia and Industry Look to Lead the U.S. Fight Against Climate Change

Mazars Ledger

On January 24, 2017, President Donald Trump issued an executive order moving forward the much-debated Keystone XL Pipeline project. We… The post Fossil to the Future? Post Paris Agreement, State & Local Governments, Academia and Industry Look to Lead the U.S. Fight Against Climate Change appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Enabling Customer-Driven Supply Chains: Start with Customer Order Viewpoint

Talking Logistics

Regardless of what industry you’re in, it’s clear that the pace of change is accelerating. Customer expectations regarding cost, delivery time, and reliability are becoming more demanding, while at the same time the competitive, regulatory, and technological landscapes continue to shift and evolve at a rapid pace. What impact is this having on companies and their supply chain requirements?

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Impacts of the Administration on the Maritime Industry

Mazars Ledger

On January 20, 2017, Donald J. Trump took the oath of office and was sworn in as the 45th President… The post Impacts of the Administration on the Maritime Industry appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.