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5 Quick Freight Saving Tips for Shippers

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Quick 5 Freight Saving Tips for Regular Shippers anyone Can Implement. Freight Saving Tip #1: Do Your Research. Freight Saving Tip #2: Consider Consolidation Shipments. Freight Saving Tip #3: Consider the Freight Mode. Freight Saving Tip #4: Plan in Advance. Freight Saving Tip #5: Avoid mistakes.

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Wearable Technology in the Supply Chain: 3 Core Benefits

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One of the most surprising parts of the episode showed a warehouse worker using a voice-automated picking system (see video below), and the worker would then scan the product with a scanner on the tip of his finger. Well, this example shows how wearable technology in the supply chain was being used 3 and a half years ago in 2012.

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Four easy warehouse wins for your manufacturing or distribution business

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An ERP system that incorporates a cutting-edge warehouse management system (WMS) can help you optimize processes, streamline workflows and decrease errors. For example, by stacking containers higher you can make use of vertical space, and mobile shelving units can be useful for seasonal products.

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Freight Classification Errors, Re-Weighs, & Other Common Freight Adjustments Are Eating Your Bottom Line’s Lunch

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Further, most shippers don’t have the resources or time to attend one of the webinars put on by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association that would help educate the shipper on how to determine the correct description, NMFC Item number and class for a shipper’s freight which could then be put on a printed bill of lading.

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Reshoring in America: The Future Outlook, Current Hindrances & Issues, and Ways to Stimulate Reshoring

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For example, Apple cannot launch iPhone production in the U.S. Due diligence includes obtaining expert analysis of ERP data and support by experts in handling international issues of reshoring. And, after building the new U.S. plant, Otis discovered that the region didn’t have the skilled workers they needed—a profound complication.

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What is the Hyperconnected Era & “The Internet Of Things” and What does it Have to Do with Manufacturing & Logistics?

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We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights. What is an Example of Internet of Things? Hyperconnectivity is the increasing digital interconnection of people – and things – anytime and anywhere.

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The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day!

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In the United States for example, Thanksgiving brings the logistics industry to a screeching halt on Thursday and Friday. PBS – Ten Essential Thanksgiving Planning Tips. Shipping during the holidays does not have to be a source of frustration; however, smooth holiday shipping requires significant planning ahead of time.