GlobalTranz

MAY 19, 2015

Third-party logistics providers, or a 3PL service provider , have worked to help encourage efficiency within the shipping process through the use of a Transportation Management System, or TMS. Yet, shipping remained similar to archaic supply chain practices until the advent of the digital age and the TMS provider.

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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

JULY 13, 2015

Additionally, the use of metrics fosters positive relationships with coworkers and adherence to rulesets and best practices for the respective third-party logistics provider (3PL). The 26 th State of Logistics Report found that many warehouses are operating at, or near, capacity. Monitor Warehouse Capacity.

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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. Shippers can address this problem by effectively managing driver responsibilities.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2016

As a result, more companies are deploying radio frequency identification (RFID), Bluetooth monitoring and machine-to-machine connected devices to monitor and manage their shipments more accurately. For example, a shipper’s sales team can work with other businesses in a B2B setting.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

While logistics had remained the same for decades, the rise of modern civilization has transformed the industry. Small shipping companies have grown into larger third-party logistics providers , and warehouse management has become more focused on efficiency and accuracy instead of quantity of shipments.

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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. Today, wearables are becoming increasingly popular, and these devices have the potential to radicalize the typical supply chain in forward and reverse logistics processes.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2015

Since third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially those involved in order fulfillment and shipping processes, have a duty to ensure accuracy and delivery of merchandise, the NMTA®’s decision to reduce the reporting time frame will greatly impact the course of business.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

We continue our ongoing strategic shipping series by covering how to use technology to provide better logistics visibility. Keep strategic with us as we talk a bit about technology in order to increase logistics visibility for your shipments, which then aids in customer satisfaction. Point of Origin to Delivery Tracking.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

To keep afloat, it is important to maintain stable business relationships by providing reliable logistics and product delivery while keeping your costs down. Many logistics experts assert that warehouses and distribution centers are virtually the same operation, but experts like Cliff Holste at Supply Chain Digest insist that they are not.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

For example, key performance indicators may show live temperatures of climate-controlled LTL shipments, the current routes being used, and when a truck will arrive at a given distribution center. For example, a shipper may conduct daily audits to determine accuracy and accountability for load and dwell times. Operational Intelligence.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

In fact, the introduction of Qualcomm’s OmniTracs ™ in 1988 and UPS’ roll-out of the DIAD ( Delivery Information Acquisition Device ) four years later are prime examples of pioneering companies investing in mobile technology as a means to drive efficiencies and create competitive advantage. shared logistics networks.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Today, more smartphone manufacturers are creating smartphones with built-in Near Field Communications (NFC) chips, also known as RFID, which is further driving the push towards the use of point-of-sale technologies through the smartphone. However, the official rollout of the 5G technology is not expected to take place until sometime in 2017.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

So, without further delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart, Sam’s Club Start Mandating Suppliers Use IBM Blockchain (Bloomberg). Except for the RFID mandate almost twenty years ago, when Walmart mandates something, suppliers have little choice but to comply.

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