Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

By fostering collaboration across all stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers, companies can enhance visibility, streamline processes, and proactively address disruptions. Configure to Order: This strategy involves customizing standard products based on customer specifications.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. BlueGrace Logistics. Top Supply Chain Publications Recognize BlueGrace Logistics as Dominant Provider in 2022 Rankings. Food Logistics . Recipients of this year’s award are profiled in Food Logistics’ July/Aug 2022 print issue as well as online at www.FoodLogistics.com. . Whitepaper.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 24, 2021

The logistics and supply chain sector is set to benefit from a dedicated new training and research facility that has been developed through a partnership between industry and education based at the heart of the ‘Golden Triangle’ at GLP’s Magna Park development in Lutterworth.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. BlueGrace Logistics. Shippers receive reliable service and critical shipment care to propel their brand and maintain growth strategy. Food shippers rely upon their logistics partners and carriers to help manage a productive, efficient and seamless food chain,” said Everett. “A Whitepaper. Case Study.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2018

2018 delivered some significant changes for BlueGrace Logistics. Randy Collack, Chief Strategy Officer, has retired this year. He oversaw several departments as the Chief Strategy Officer, including all Freight brokerage in the Tampa headquarters. The BlueGrace Webinar Series Is Introduced.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The election is over, but the race is just starting for logistics providers. From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. Fortunately, your organization can get ahead of the learning curve by knowing what trends in logistics to watch for this year.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

This is quite the appropriate quote from Supply Chain thought leader, Steve Banker, the Service Director, Supply Chain Management at ARC Advisory Group, a leading industry analyst and technology consulting company. The reality is that the speed at which the supply chain & logistics industries are changing are breathtaking.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Logistics industry trends have also not been left behind in the move towards a more technological future. . 7 Major Trends Influencing the Logistics Industry in the Future . Emerging, mature and international markets are now part of the growth strategy of a vast number of companies. Globalization . Patterns of Growth .

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Nicole Lewis who talks about embracing the idea of women in logistics for top-level talent. When a young lady turns into grown up, and it is time to make a decision about a future career, how many parents will consider the logistic profession as a good choice? Why work in logistics? .

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ShipLilly

MAY 19, 2021

There has been a void in logistics labor supply since 2020 and now it is time to think about filling it. Logistics offers employment for those workers that have been displaced in other industries. Logistics managers should start thinking about scouting for talent that would have been previously unavailable due to a tight labor market.

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Conger

MARCH 28, 2024

Here are the new trends in technologies that continue to impact fleet management practices: Autonomous vehicles : I am sure you have already seen autonomous vehicles used in military applications or niche logistics. Route planning is another strategy that reduces mileage and fuel consumption while boosting productivity.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Tech That Helps Small to Mid-Size Carriers Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 23, 2023 With inflation continually driving costs up and demand for freight down, experts say growth in the freight market will be modest throughout 2024.

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Logistics Manager

AUGUST 10, 2020

The transition to a new visual language of the world’s leading logistics provider starts immediately. We have therefore decided to create a brand which states out more strongly from the often uniform look and feel of the logistics industry. DB Schenker has opted for an updated visualization of its own brand.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2015

In the effort of supporting the manufacturing community, and especially since as a third party logistics company we want to make shippers aware of new innovations in the logistics space. So, for us, it is a win-win: featuring great manufacturing innovations as well as helpful information those interested in logistics!

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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. Order Processing Capabilities.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

The number of consumer and regulatory watchdog groups around the globe is growing, regardless of changes within US policies. More Companies Will Invest in Cybersecurity in Procurement Logistics. The importance of strong, robust procurement processes for both supply and logistics procurement needs cannot be overstated.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Moderator Jeff Berman, Group News Editor, Logistics Management. Panelists Ben Schuchart, Vice President of Operations, Schneider Logistics. Brian Stuelpner, Vice President, Strategy, Planning, and Architecture, Schneider Logistics. Key steps for building a technology strategy and selecting a visibility provider.

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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

MAY 19, 2015

One person provided a resource, such as steel, to another group of people, who then sent along the items to the final person in the chain. 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.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 2, 2018

Today, we conclude our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , Freight. However, this does not mean that an understanding of claims isn’t vital to running an efficient transportation and logistics department.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 27, 2017

Depending on the industry and size of the company, a business can spend more than 40% of its annual freight budget on inbound shipping, according to the Aberdeen Group, a research firm in Boston. Thorough tracking of all logistics activities provides more informed shipping history when negotiating new contracts.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

In short, like we stress with our customers who are in charge of supply chain or logistics, technology and expertise will allow the future of procurement to be all about staying strategic by getting out of the weeds and tactical execution of process. . The Future of Procurement is Driven by Technology. INFOGRAPHIC: The Future of Procurement.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

E-learning widens access to education to students in lower-income groups who can’t afford full-time university fees. The switch to external online supply chain and logistics training is likely to save resources and costs—especially for companies that require supply chain management but do not consider it a core business activity.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2016

The supply chain is playing host to emerging logistics technologies and modern marvels of an industrialized society. Competition is undoubtedly one of the prime factors in the increasing use of these connected, communicative logistics technologies in technology. 4 Benefits of Using These Logistics Technologies. Compliance.

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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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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Supported by a group of industry sponsors and co-producers, MFG DAY is designed to amplify the voice of individual manufacturers and coordinate a collective chorus of manufacturers with common concerns and challenges. Enter By Clicking Here.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 25, 2018

B2B and B2C cloud commerce platform Magento has named Deutsche Post DHL Group as Premier Partner for Shipping. Customers can access a range of parcel, express, freight and other logistics services offered by the different DHL divisions. Importing and managing the logistics of your precious freight is no easy task.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2016

In manufacturing and logistics, the driver shortage has been one of the most intriguing and evolving topics to follow. Training Can Be Part of Workforce Development Strategies. So, what has your company changed to make it more attractive toward this same group of people in the last decade? Take the smartphone for example.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

While they may save money on unskilled labor and by achieving economies of scale, they ultimately will pay more because of longer lead times, increased inventories, the need for more management resources for planning and logistics, and constraints on their ability to respond quickly to changing demand. Know the pain points.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2015

The erosion in the cost advantage has been driven by a confluence of sharp wage increases, lagging productivity growth, unfavorable currency swings, and a dramatic rise in energy costs, states the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) based on a study of 25 nations that account for nearly 90 percent of global exports of manufactured goods.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

Bottom line, it’s great to say you want to have a commerce-enabled site, but before jumping to the technology stage, what is your strategy? The Cerasis “e-commerce” blog category has great articles on developing your strategy. From reverse logistics to pricing, and finally, some solutions. . Differentiation.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 17, 2018

In Game of Thrones , most of the people in the Seven Kingdoms worship a group of Gods known collectively as The Seven—and 7 x 7 = 49. Coincidence? You know nothing, Jon Snow.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 15, 2015

This year the trend continues, as 83% of the surveyed group reports as MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) carriers. The reason a third of the segment is not making use of the digital age seems to be because almost 90% of the group reports less than 20% of their revenue come from online business. Demographics.

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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.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2015

Supported by a group of industry sponsors and co-producers, MFG DAY is designed to amplify the voice of individual manufacturers and coordinate a collective chorus of manufacturers with common concerns and challenges. How are you helping manufacturing get more exposure and thrive?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2015

By doing regular audits, you will be able to avoid using carriers that overcharge and identify better strategies for your company. The essential ingredient for a successful post bill freight auditing program is a robust audit trail of contracts, rate publications and other rate documentation from the participating carrier group.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2016

To be able to deal with tariffs and customs, many supply chain companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers who help them manage in-country transportation, distribution, and warehousing. E-commerce is steam rolling ahead, and retailers need to make the necessary modifications and embrace omnichannel strategies to make money.

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