The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Jim is the Founder and President of Logistics Marketing Advisors, a full-service marketing agency exclusively focused on helping logistics businesses drive profitable growth. About Jim Bierfeldt Jim Bierfeldt is the Founder and President of Logistics Marketing Advisors.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 28, 2021

Penske Logistics is seeking your support in the upcoming election. Each year, in its July issue, Inbound Logistics magazine publishes a comprehensive resource on third-party logistics and the outsourced logistics market. Show your support for Penske Logistics by clicking here to cast your vote.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Under his leadership, MIT CTL has launched many educational, research, and industry/government outreach programs, including the MIT Master of Engineering in Logistics program in 1998, the MIT Master of Applied Sciences in Supply Chain Management, and the MIT on-line offering, MITx MicroMasters program in supply chain management.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2016

Around the globe, value-added services are becoming an integral part of the logistics market, reports PR Newswire. Meanwhile, the overall value of the global logistics market continues to exceed $4 trillion, and the demand on the industry is only increasing. Create a list of all suspected and known problems in your logistics processes.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Retail logistics is responsible for delivering products to customers both in physical stores and online. The complexity of retail logistics has increased with the growth of e-commerce, requiring retailers to be more strategic and efficient in their operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 9, 2021

What circumstances is your business experiencing that warrant outsourcing tasks to a 3PL? Outsource these challenges and focus on establishing your company. Whether your company lacks internal resources or finds that the ones it already has are not enough to keep up with the current events, 3PLs are a worthy consideration.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2021

A global outsourcing giant required a secure logistics model that adhered to the specific requirements of the Olympic Games and the G8 Conferences – two of the most security-sensitive events in the world. Given the critical nature of these events, maintaining operational delivery models was near impossible.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

As supply chains become more impacted by market disruptions and unpredictable events, they’re also becoming more critical to a company’s customer experience levels and bottom line. Creating a data-driven supply chain tracking important transportation metrics helps shippers respond and adapt as quickly as possible to known and unknown events.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is reverse Logistics? Before we dive in the nuances of reverse logistics, otherwise known as return logistics, integration, let's briefly recap what reverse logistics is. Reverse logistics refers to all operations related to the reuse of products and materials. Managing return logistic can be challenging.

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20Cube Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

3PL, or third-party logistics, refers to a company outsourcing part or all of its logistics requirements to a provider. Outsourcing these functions to a 3PL provider has many cost-savings and efficiency benefits. Outsourcing these functions to a 3PL provider has many cost-savings and efficiency benefits.

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Camelot 3PL Software

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

3PL (third-party logistics) warehouses play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods from manufacturers to end consumers. Start a blog on your website that discusses relevant topics such as supply chain optimization, inventory management, and the latest trends in logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The event will showcase emerging projects and new developments in Agribusiness, Outsourcing, Manufacturing, Energy, Tourism, and the Creative Industries through over 30 panels, interviews and discussions with government and business leaders. Interested persons are invited to register for the event at explore.dobusinessjamaica.com.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Going forward, more and more shipping businesses will invest in cybersecurity, with tough password rules for all employees, regular data backups and the creation of comprehensive recovery plans in the event of a breach. Outsource IT to reduce outages, downtime, and more.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2023

Its key finding is that 96% of companies confirmed they are making changes to their supply chains due to geopolitical events. While 27% of companies said they were decreasing the length of their supply chains due to geopolitical events such as the war in Ukraine, another 33% plan to expand into more stable and transparent markets.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2020

Weather events can put a drastic slow down on your operations and unfortunately, it’s practically impossible to predict exactly when these events will happen. Sure, there are seasonal weather events like snow and hurricanes, which gives us a reasonable timeframe in which to expect these types of events.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Logistics , Technology , Big Data. Technology is the backbone of today’s logistics systems, and shippers want to make the right choices for mission-critical systems. One key question is when to outsource technology development vs. managing it with in-house resources. Tags: 3PL , Logistics I.T. November 13, 2018.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Shippers and their third-party logistics providers are working together to navigate fluctuating demand, capacity problems and uncertainties in the market. As part of the 2022 26th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study , 89% of shippers and 98% of third-party logistics providers reported that their relationships have been successful.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 19, 2020

Anybody who knows me well is aware that in addition to working with my wonderful colleagues at the Logistics Bureau, I run several spin-off businesses. Worldwide, One-Man Logistics Seminars. Supply chain and logistics outsourcing. Career development in supply chain and logistics. Procurement and purchasing.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2018

Scaling your ecommerce logistics program to accommodate larger and more frequent orders will give your business the room you need to grow. See how you can increase your logistics team without losing your mind or your business. By scaling up your logistics team, you’ll be able to give your customers faster shipping.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub. And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

One of those paths that is being chosen more frequently by companies in various industries is to partner with a third-party logistics provider. Combined, 3PLs have the potential to help companies overcome the logistics obstacles that block the way to overall growth. 3PLs are experts in logistics, that is their sole purpose.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. Supply chain technology investments were once delegated to a specific function such as procurement or logistics.

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Kanban Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2020

To help you find your food logistics services expert, we’ve identified 5 key questions to ask your prospective partners. 5 questions to ask your food logistics services provider. To make sure recall events run smoothly and efficiently, however, many leading 3PLs leave nothing to chance. Can your WMS handle ?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 21, 2021

We also value the swift response and communication with customer service in dealing with unfortunate events.” The post Teleroute strengthens in DACH region appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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West Coast and California Logistics

APRIL 29, 2021

If you’re considering working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider for warehousing, it’s easy to get excited about the many services the 3PL can provide for your products. Before you sign on the dotted line, however, it’s important to understand and agree upon what happens in the event of an accident and/or damage to those products.

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Kanban Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The following are key factors to consider when choosing a third-party logistics (3PL) partner for food products. This lot number allows 3PLs to quickly identify batches of items in the event of a recall. What will the facility do in the event of a recall? These mock recalls are “practice runs” for real recall events.

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10xLogistics

MARCH 6, 2013

I have been talking a lot at various events recently on the value of Sales and Operations Planning to the logistician and specifically to those managing transportation. The S&OP process is critical to the proper execution of the logistics' plans of a company. Even the core of Vested Outsourcing is built on trust.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 25, 2015

By now, you’ve probably thought about all the logistical details like: what items are required to bring the meal together; who’s responsible for bringing each dish; what time guests should arrive; and where dinner should be served so there’s enough room for everyone. The same is true for logistics planning. I hope you enjoy! - Adam.

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WorkWave

APRIL 12, 2019

Time To Read: 2 minutes Nestled in the bustling Chinatown of Philadelphia, the 2019 Home Delivery World Conference and Expo was in full swing during the two-day event on April 4th and 5th at the Philadelphia Convention Center. This year’s event was combined with the City Freight World Show and featured various speaking sessions and seminars.

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PINC

OCTOBER 7, 2020

At the enterprise level, logistics executives are looking for ways to automatically optimize the flow of goods into and out of their facilities and to efficiently manage yard capacities, trailer pool availability, yard service providers, transportation contracts, and accessorial charges from an enterprise perspective. About Adrian Gonzalez.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

In response to this valuable recognition, Nishith Rastogi , CEO and Founder of Locus said, “We believe our inclusion as a Representative Vendor in the 2021 Gartner® Market Guide for Vehicle Routing and Scheduling and Last-Mile Technologies validates our mission to revolutionize global last-mile logistics. 13 December 2021. .

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 15, 2018

For shippers, the best way to handle the e-commerce logistics surge lies in e-commerce freight consolidation and deconsolidation. How Surface Mode Shippers Can Compete in E-Commerce Logistics. This will also be an effective tool in reducing delays and costs associated with adverse events, such as high-density traffic and weather.

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Radius Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2019

With today’s demand for fast and affordable shipping options, logistics has become a crucial part of running a business, especially a small business. You gain access to the largest range of logistics services, designed to meet your changing needs. Do you feel pressured to provide the fastest and cheapest shipping options?

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Ryan is the Co-founder and CEO of GoodShip , an all-in-one platform for supply chain analytics, carrier management, and transportation procurement About Ryan Soskin Ryan Soskin is a 13 year logistics veteran and three time startup unicorn alum with a long history in freight tech. He began his career at Coyote Logistics and after 5.5

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 16, 2021

Kanban Logistics is an Eastern North Carolina 3PL with over 1 million square feet of warehousing space. As an ISO-9001-certified company , we are required to maintain a business continuity plan that anticipates a range of possible events. appeared first on Kanban Logistics. The plan contains the following elements.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Logistics is the stored potential of a military force, and industry is the battery from which energy is drawn. For Army to be successful operationally, the integration of logistics and industry is vital. Industry is where logistics begins. This is especially the case with respect to logistics activities. New Capability.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Effective supply chain management and logistics RFP processes depend on an accurate measure of the health of the business and the market. Big data provides an opportunity to gain those insights, especially during volatile freight markets.

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