Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: Klaus, when we talked, you mentioned Autoliv was already doing digital supplier management, had digital sourcing solutions, and was looking at real-time transportation visibility solutions to provide better predicted times of arrival for inbound and outbound shipments. Klaus: I can´t give too many details for compliance reasons.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

Here at Cerasis, there are numerous technologies that we offer that are designed to help simplify the way your transportation management practices. Using a Transportation Management System to Streamline Transportation Management Practices. Here’s a look at some how current technology solutions can do for your business.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

As an easy way to catch up on the series, you will find the below posts on effective and strategic logistics and transportation management: . 10 Ways Effective Transportation Management Drives Competitive Advantage. Why A Successful Transportation Management Program Is Empowered By Data. Scalability to Take on More Orders.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management. We call this the transportation supply chain. What is the Transportation Supply Chain? This requires a new broad look at the business of transportation supply chain, including supply chain management, logistics, & procurement.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Shippers Navigate Stable Market Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 10, 2023 Many of the concerns from earlier this year have dissipated and shippers are beginning to look for lengthier contracts with stable rates.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

In today's ever more complex supply chain riddled with thousands upon thousands of processes, shipping freight has moved beyond tactical prowess for those who execute well and has evolved to now include strategic, innovative, and collaborative efforts to maintain not only a competitive edge but reduce overall transportation cost footprint.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2017

This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. But, the same data can have a drastic impact on transportations planners and agencies around the globe. For example, additive manufacturing might involve the use of 3D printers to create replacement parts at the store for consumers.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

We continue our series on strategic shipping by going into detail of the 10 main areas that shippers can turn to in order to have a strategic logistics and transportation management mindset. 6 Benefits of Using the Right Data in Logistics & Transportation Management for Continuous Improvement.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 26, 2015

For example, the use of automatic logging systems and accountability tracking software can reduce the opportunities for driver problems. Another example could be the use of sealed loads prior to departure from a given distribution center or warehouse. Use a Web-Based Transportation Management System. Real-Time KPIs.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 5, 2015

Let’s take a look into how RMAs function and some common examples of RMA policy. For example, a business may sell 1,000 items online or for remanufacturing companies who have core returns, and 25 percent of such items are sent it for returns due to a manufacturing defect. Common Examples of RMA Policy. Product Quality.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

For example, does location A offer more benefits than location B. In this example, location A is located outside of shopping center with few restaurants. As a result, big data may need to be isolated to specific events to ensure data collection does not reflect extraneous factors. . Why Should I Be Looking at This Tech Trend?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 14, 2016

From increased affordability and efficiency of the transportation management system (TMS) to the application of Bluetooth technology for superior tracking of product movements, 2016 will be the year in which technology becomes an integral, if not the exclusive, part of the shipping process.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. Did You Know That …. Significance.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

When a shipper choses a method of shipping, packaging requirements, and speed of delivery, they are actually impacting the company’s budget for freight transportation. For example, a shipper should consider fuel cost forecasts when creating a budget for LTL transport. Effective Transportation Management.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

We continue our ongoing 11 part series on strategic logistics management to include information on both warehousing and transportation management. Flexibility is often misunderstood as more companies move towards software-as-a-service (SaaS) models for transportation management systems (TMS).

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2015

The transportation mode LTL, or Less Than Truckload, has grown to become the predominant, preferred means of freight transportation across the US. Recently, John Larkin of Stifel’s Transportation & Logistics Equity Research provided an in-depth analysis of the future of the LTL sector to Supply Chain Digest.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Now, the shipping and transportation industry faces unprecedented capacity problems, and the upcoming ELD implementation deadline will exacerbate the issue. Politics aside, mother nature can throw a wrench into the transportation industry as well. Take the example of Amazon Prime and free delivery. The Big Picture.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2015

Editor’s Note: As an older Millennial who landed in Transportation Management & Logistics marketing, our target audience are manufacturers who ship freight. I figured, we pepper in some tips on transportation management, but if we also offer value to manufacturers, they would turn to us as the experts.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 29, 2016

Rather than simply initiating changes between accounts, bitcoin goes a step further by recording every motion in a long chain of events, explains Adrian Gonzales of Talking Logistics. For example, an employee that goes into the system to change past events will alter the coding of the event.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

As the supply chain continues to grow in complexity and regulation, the opportunities for problems and other events to impact operations negatively will consequently grow. For example, one risk could be a sudden increase in demand for a product. However, this does not necessarily imply that something bad happened. Focus on Resilience.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Since the collapse of the housing market and the economy in 2008, the freight transportation industry has managed to claw its way out of a damaging situation and maintain historically low trucking rates. Furthermore, you can prepare for the change by understanding what 3PLs can do to help attempt to maintain lower prices of transportation.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 6, 2015

This is a simplified example of the best practices for Return Merchandise Authorizations. For example, tracking information for merchandise tagged with radio frequency identification (RFID) chips needs to be entered into the system before the item arrives. For example, computer part A arrives due to being the wrong color.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2017

Natural disasters, an act of war or other major events can “derail” a shipper’s plans, and the liability may rest with the shipper, not the carrier, as some would assume. For example, an act of terrorism may not necessarily qualify shipments for an exclusion. Customers do not see that an Act of God or other event caused damage.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We are a bit past the halfway mark for 2015, but since this marketing manager's vacation is this week, we have decided to make sure we still have our usual "Top Posts for the first half of the year" annual event (read, these are easier to schedule while we are out!). . WHITE PAPER] The Ultimate Guide to Transportation Reverse Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

For example, Johnson & Johnson procurement professionals actively review market trends before making purchases. For example, Walmart and Kmart redesigned their mobile e-commerce interface for consumers, making shopping and purchasing online easier and integrated with major companies. The Big Picture.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 1, 2016

Well, this example shows how wearable technology in the supply chain was being used 3 and a half years ago in 2012. For example, wearables may be used to tell a worker exactly where a product is located in a warehouse, according to Supply Management magazine. So, how does this relate to wearable technology in the supply chain?

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2017

For example, a carrier’s fuel surcharge may vary from week to the next. For example, if a package exceeds a given volume, assuming it is a low-weight package, it may be subject to additional surcharges to ship. For example, the stipulations on when a carrier is not liable for shipment damage may change. Carrier Competition.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 6, 2018

The Problem: Full Truckload Carries Less Risk, So Shippers Forgo Cargo Insurance Risk exists in all transportation modes, and failure to consider risk in full truckload shipping is a poor strategy that will result in loses. Having information available is crucial to preventing delays if an unforeseen events occurs.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

For example, changes in funding sources and availability for students looking to expand their career options and enter the world of supply chain management may result in a temporary decrease or increase in the number of workers interested in employment with a given supply chain entity.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

If the responsible party does not accept liability , should damage or another event occur that could result in the filing of a claim. As a result, shippers need to understand this term, how it impacts responsibilities and obligations when transporting goods and who is on the proverbial hook. What Exactly Is Freight on Board?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 20, 2015

You can find GPS tracking , confirmation apps and delivery logs, but there are even more specific apps that track a number of other options, such as fuel efficiency, for example. Using Transportation Management System/Software. Using Transportation Management System/Software. Packing phase. Quality assurance.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2016

For example, when shipping via truck in the United States, cargo insurance does not provide protection against all losses a motor carrier may be liable for under the Carmack Amendment or common law. Cargo insurance can be taken for international as well as domestic transportation. Does Cargo Insurance Have Limitations?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 22, 2017

For example, severe weather or a medical emergency on the part of the driver, such as a heart attack or stroke, would fall under this defense. The exceptions laid out by the Carmack Amendment protect carriers from the burden of liability when they are not able to control events that may contribute to spoilage or damage of freight.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

For instance, when a supplier cannot deliver on time, that event could trigger an automatic search for an alternate supplier within the interconnected intelligent system. Another example might be a situation in which production constraints might delay delivery of raw materials by 3 days to a proprietary supplier.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Both of these forces are actually just the cascading events from engaging in e-commerce, and you need to think about what they mean to today’s shippers. For example, Nutrisystem uses a 150 unique SKU system to reduce overhead and ensure orders are sent out as soon as possible, reports Inbound Logistics. E-commerce Rises to Power.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

However, you must understand what causes damage, how it plays into this decision and how it will change business processes in transportation management services. What Causes Concealed Freight Damage or Loss During Transport? Only participants in the NMFC® at the time the transportation occurs may use the provisions herein.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

For example, something along the lines of: By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. For example, in a very rare situation, someone might have an epileptic seizure brought about by viewing a certain video on your site.

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