Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Even before the arrival of the pandemic, the global e-learning market was expanding at an astonishing rate, with a 2019 study estimating that it would reach $336.98 The study showed that upwards of 30 percent of American students enrolled in at least one online course in 2018. Campus Study or Online Learning?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2019

How are companies leveraging supply chain visibility to deliver business benefits not just in transportation but across other supply chain and logistics functions? Now customer service can log into our system and see what is happening [without having to call logistics],” says Matt. The Maturing of the Supply Chain.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

A leading logistics service provider was among the many companies that saw its operations affected by the pandemic. On top of this, after demand has been adjusted, demand simulations can be run to study the behavior of your resources over time as demand continues to increase or decrease. . Evaluating Potential for Reshoring .

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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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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 11, 2021

Most transportation and logistics companies had a digitalization strategy before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the implementation was moving at a snail’s pace. Grocers, for example, had to quickly implement new digital processes for customers to order and pickup orders. Aaron Huff | CCJ Senior Editor • April 11, 2021. .

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

companies opening factories in Mexico, for example, nor investment in private real estate. Mexico-Canada Agreement, according to Jill Raker, a managing partner at longtime logistics investor Greenbriar Equity Group. We have enough data points from the logistics companies we own and the logistics companies we’re talking to,” she said.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Kelli Harris, a consultant and recent college graduate in Logistics Management. Today, Kelly shares the top 14 Logistics and Supply Chain Management training programs and courses available in 2016. However, wrong understanding and usage of logistics management is just a waste of time.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Logistics companies of all types, from freight brokers to warehousing and fulfillment providers, are pursuing closer collaboration with their shipper customers and carrier partners. BlueGrace Logistics, based in Riverview, Fla., 73 on the Transport Topics Top 100 list of the largest third-party logistics companies in North America.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. For example, if you’re a retailer and you’re exiting the year with bare shelves, that’s great! For example, if you’re bringing goods in from overseas, you need to build in more lead time versus if the goods are produced domestically, where transit time will be shorter. . Whitepaper.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2017

Shippers often forget about the possible savings through an effective inbound logistics strategy. In addition, managing vendors and inbound logistics can feel like a lot of work for little gain, yet the possible savings by implementing an inbound logistics program can add up through these key ways.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

A perfect example of how the transitional seasons demand the produce supply chain is built to be nimble and adaptable. Sustainable Practices in Produce Logistics Sustainability is at the forefront of the modern food industry. The journey of produce from farm to table involves intricate logistics and supply chain management.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 9, 2019

Here are a few important pointers from the webinar: UPS Capital appointed Harris Poll to survey U.S For the study, Harris Poll surveyed more than 600 professionals. For the study, Harris Poll surveyed more than 600 professionals. Why do shippers need insurance? Why do shippers need insurance? Loss from ocean freight stands at 9.9%

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In response, more shippers have ditched their practices of working with carriers directly for third-party logistics provider (3PL) partnerships. However, the continued increasing demands of consumers are driving a shift away from process improvement to customer-focused logistics, and you need to understand how this will impact your operation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Technology Brings A New Dawn for Drayage Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 29, 2024 Tom Gresham | Inbound Logistics February 2024 The drayage industry has begun to come out of the shadows.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

A leading logistics service provider was among the many companies that saw its operations affected by the pandemic. On top of this, after demand has been adjusted, demand simulations can be run to study the behavior of your resources over time as demand continues to increase or decrease. . Evaluating Potential for Reshoring .

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

It’s still early days, but there are already two Ethereum-based projects that address some of the major problems that hamper logistics. a pair of jeans that didn’t come from a sweatshop, for example. Making it easier to track shipments and supplies is a huge part of the promise that blockchain holds for supply chain and logistics.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

As we discussed in our recent Supply Chain webinar, this is not an easy task if you have a lot of fluctuating demand and uncertainty in your production process. Every business wants to achieve the optimal mix of customer service, smallest logistics cost and inventory carrying cost. The difference between good and great.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

As we discussed in our recent Supply Chain webinar, this is not an easy task if you have a lot of fluctuating demand and uncertainty in your production process. Every business wants to achieve the optimal mix of customer service, smallest logistics cost and inventory carrying cost. The difference between good and great.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2016

Collaboration has always been seen as the stepchild at the logistics dinner table. Collaboration is driving an entire new way in the realm of logistics lending towards the rise of 4PLs. Collaboration is driving an entire new way in the realm of logistics lending towards the rise of 4PLs.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

In fact, the annual ChainLink Research Study found innovation to be the top focus for those involved in the manufacturing community. Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. What is an Example of Internet of Things? ” But first, let’s back up a bit.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

More recent studies have found similar results. For example, do you need less-than-truckload (LTL), small package, full truckload (FT) or freight consolidation? Ultimately, most logistics problems derive from vehicle routing or scheduling issues. Define Your Needs For Your TMS Solution. Always Look For Optimization Benefits.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Here are the top uses of mobility in manufacturing according to a report fromVDC|Research when it comes to shipping and logistics by manufacturing shippers: Employees are using mobility applications to improve small workflows and find new ways to connect with consumers, such as the applications of a sales force. The cost rises to $5,000. .

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

And, according to a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study, 54% of companies with above one billion in revenues are now considering reshoring. for example, compared to shipping state-to-state. For example, Chinese wages have increased 320% since 2000. Reverse logistics (returns, warranties) are more manageable closer to market.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 6, 2021

A smaller warehouse footprint is achieved at an increased level of productivity (for example, the area can be reduced by as much as 80%, which can be important in the absence of space or the high cost of land). LogisticsIQ’s latest market research study is based on an analysis of 400+ companies with more than 100 in-depth interviews.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate. For example, a machine may need to have a specific part replaced every three months, but periods of increased demand could mean the manufacturing entity is placed at maximum capacity. The IoT Supply Chain with Robotics & Other Industries.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2015

Editor's Note: As a third party logistics company with a focus on better Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight management, we have several shippers who are in the manufacturing industry. We will include the "Five Golden Metrics" from Bill Waddell, a lean manufacturing consultant as well as LNS's infographic from a study they conducted.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. Early examples of intermodal containers include railroads from 1830s (various sized containers), and Pennsylvania Railroad regular container service (1929). Ceiling year of a study of 22 industrialised countries (Uni.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

This surge will spike with the introduction of carrier- and third-party logistics provider-specific apps, which will integrate with an existing company’s warehouse management system, transportation management system, enterprise resource planning system, and other legacy systems. Mobile Devices and Employees in Manufacturing.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 7, 2019

That’s the idea driving the newly launched Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), an outgrowth of APICS’ 60-plus years of logistics education programming. Introduced to the logistics community in September 2018, the ASCM focuses on driving innovation by sharing “the newest insights on all aspects of supply chain.”

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 22, 2015

Recent studies show that as high as 83% of human learning occurs visually. To find out more information about the examples in this post, please visit Magnatag Visible Systems website. Mieruka : The Four Different Types of Lean Visuals with Examples. Each section will soon provide links to more examples used within Toyota.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

The transportation management system is undoubtedly one of the buzzwords of the modern logistics industry. Regardless of what studies say, shippers do not want to actually outsource all properties and operation to third-party providers, often called managed transportation. Shippers demand in-house solutions.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

This estimate is according to responses provided by 83 percent of the manufacturing executives who participated in a survey conducted as part of an industry study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. In recent decades, U.S. labor force that has instead been passed on to foreign manufacturing competitors.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 24, 2015

To reiterate that reshoring is more than just hype and a very important topic for us to consider the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study found that 54% of companies with above one billion in revenues are now considering reshoring. International logistics experts and attorneys can facilitate to avoid extreme delays and surprise costs.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles. Among the most discussed catalysts for the next approaching transportation capacity crunch, we have to look at collaboration between all the players in the myriad of logistics layers.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2015

Reverse logistics could be the business equivalent to the passage of time and life for nature. And at the end, check out a nice infographic speaking more to reverse logistics strategies and practices. Reverse Logistics allows businesses to recoup a portion of the original purchase price of this equipment. Cost Management.

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