GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2015

Konecranes will present its line of Light Range Forklift Trucks for handling precast concrete products at The Precast Show 2015 held March 5–7 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Konecranes makes a wide range of lifting equipment including overhead cranes, hoists, shipyard cranes and container handling equipment.

Trucking 72

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WorkWave

MARCH 20, 2023

Delivery management solutions provide organizations with the tools they need to effectively manage deliveries from start to finish, ensuring orders are delivered on time and within budget. As demand for speedier deliveries rises, businesses must find ways to streamline their procedures in order to remain competitive.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2015

Wear gloves when handling pallets. Use two hands to handle pallets. Do not use tools or machines that have been locked or tagged out. Do not use tools or machines that have been locked or tagged out. Get help to team lift heavy objects like supplies, components or tools. Do not run. Do not overload pallet jacks.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

But the market is segmented, demanding specialization that will be tough for traditional manufacturers to handle. Traditional segmentation strategies no longer work in a world characterized by complexity and constant change. A global marketplace is emerging that represents a huge opportunity for manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

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GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2015

As businesses often have a surplus of goods to dispose of or recover, such as core returns, we’ve compiled some excellent tips for your company so the process of handling goods not only stretches further… but enhances your chain value as well. Better handling of the raw assets that are returned. Monitoring Your Success.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

The Solution: Shippers Must Use Out-of-the-LTL-Box Strategies Shippers must take a more strategic approach to truckload procurement, explains CH Robinson via Supply Chain 24/7. Leveraging a web-based and constraint-based bidding tool, such as a transportation management system (TMS). As a result, spot rates will remain “super high.”

Procurement Solutions 70

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2017

Anything that can be handled via today’s computer systems can be automated. Additive manufacturing may be handled manually, but automating this process is as simple as turning on the power and connecting to the Internet of Things (IoT). They can be used to manage inbound and outbound processes and strategy. What Is It?

Supply Chain Software 75

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

The tools optimize the headhaul and backhaul components of a shipper’s network and deliver analytics used by shippers during negotiations with carriers. Not all TMS systems can handle the logistical needs of such companies. Shippers and 3PLs can select the best rates from a range of carriers to meet their needs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 90

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2017

The transition from an on-site data handling to the cloud one opens the new opportunities in the overall company management. The cloud-based logistics has lots of metric tools. As far as all the communication in the cloud-based logistics is possible in the real time, it is much easier to handle the resources.

Resource Reduction 80

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2014

According to Bain’s Insights, one of the rules for winning is to adopt an early omni-channel strategy that will help companies to reinforce their overall competitiveness. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. How many temporary workers will you hire, and what sort of tasks will you allow them to handle?

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Use a TMS That Handles Last Mile Demands Too. Newer systems can integrate both outbound and inbound logistics operations, but an effective TMS also handles last mile demands and key considerations too. Last mile technology can make or break an effective last mile logistics strategy, and its importance is only growing.

Optimization Software 48

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

For shippers or 3PLs that handle numerous transactions, using EDI, typically within a TMS, can result in millions of dollars of annual savings due to early payment discounts. Errors due to illegible faxes, lost orders or incorrectly taken phone orders are eliminated, saving your staff valuable time from handling data disputes with carriers.

Cost Reduction 98

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain. Let’s take ecommerce as an example.

Outsourcing 87

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Cross-platform development tools will enable integrations between existing systems and these automated logistics technologies, like chat-bots, in order to power the digital omnichannel supply chain. Automated Logistics Technologies Will Become More Powerful and Capable of Handling More Tasks.

Supply Chain Software 68

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

With the purpose of optimizing supply chain efficiency and asset recovery rates, applying a reverse logistics system has increasingly become a tool that positively impacts profitability as well as assisting an organization in meeting sustainability goals. Energy used in handling returns : This metric is used in sustainability programs.

Reverse logistics 105

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2015

According to Bain’s Insights, one of the rules for winning is to adopt an early omni-channel strategy that will help companies to reinforce their overall competitiveness. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. How many temporary workers will you hire, and what sort of tasks will you allow them to handle?

Supply Chain Planning Software 56

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 12, 2017

And they can be the best tool to handle plant risk assessment, a vital and often arduous task. The tedious but essential data collection and assessment can be handled by automated programs. Cloud solutions can easily handle this task for you. These programs can gather more data in a more objective manner.

Manufacturing Procurement 49

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2015

Transparent supply chain management and effective supply chain visibility is a critical tool in a company’s continued growth and successful brand image. The Kathy Lee Gifford’s clothing line used underaged sweatshop workers. Truckload rates are set to increase 12 to 18 percent to offset this additional cost.

Supply Chain Software 98

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 10, 2015

But, no matter the technology, whether it’s an advanced transportation management system or robotics (which Rethink Robotics is pioneering with Baxter and Sawyer), these are only tools for efficiency and enablement. How do you put a price tag on finding the right carrier mix and do you have the tools to do it?

Purchasing Skills 100

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

Transportation refers to the movement of product from one location to another as it makes its way from the beginning of a supply chain to the customer’s handle. Managers should ensure that a firm’s transportation strategy supports its competitive strategy. What is the Transportation Supply Chain?

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Of all of the industrial procurement trends, the implementation and utilization of a procurement and payment system allows procurement professionals and shippers to handle the entire procurement process much faster and efficiently. More Companies Will Invest in Cybersecurity in Procurement Logistics.

Manufacturing Procurement 66

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 20, 2015

Are you looking forward to becoming a master of logistics, handling freight management with increased efficiency? If that happens to be the case and you need to be able to handle whatever comes your way, then you will need to be fully aware of a few things along the way. Using smart phones to your advantage.

Tips 98

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2015

In the complex world of modern transportation, companies lacking the experience to professionally handle the intricacies of transportation management are sure to find controlling shipping costs an extreme challenge. Freight costs are eminently controllable, however, efficiently managing this major budget item requires expertise.

Negotiating Skills 109

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace. Logistics technologies are changing how modern retailers operate. Greater Conversion Rates for Businesses.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

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Conger

MARCH 28, 2024

Benefits of Fleet Management Operational Efficiency Businesses can implement numerous strategies to streamline workflows to enhance operational efficiency in fleet management. One of the strategies to consider is adopting robust fleet management software, which enables businesses to automate and streamline fleet-related processes.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 4, 2016

Furthermore, this shift towards bigger data indicates the creation of better evaluation and performance management tools are on the horizon. Fortunately, cloud computing is already designed to enable large scalability when legacy systems would be incapable of handling such a concept.

Supply Chain Planning Software 55

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Thus, accountability and visibility tools will be critical to keeping consumers happy in 2017. Mostly, robotics, handheld or RFID-triggered scanners may be used more often to handle returns, which will shorten the time between processing and refund for consumers, further increasing the public image of the company.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 51

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The most common complaint of newer companies using big data analytics capabilities tends to revolve around traditional questions of business strategy. Consider the following elements explains John Richardson of Inbound Logistics, that impact business strategy. Increasing order efficiency. Demand forecasts. The quantity of each product.

Supply Chain Design Software 115

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Fortunately, a dedicated TMS can handle this need. This will further reduce the burden on shippers by giving them more tools and resources at a more cost-effective price point, translating in more competitive rates. In fact, the use of TMS-as-a-Service (TMSaaS) systems are starting to replace older TMS solutions.

Trends 50

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

As a 3PL who offers a transportation management system we’ve integrated to many ERP software, we view the use of technology as an enablement tool for shippers to cut out unneeded waste and thus add more to the bottom line by saving money from such efficiency. Better handling of large transaction volumes.

Manufacturing Procurement 110

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 24, 2015

Location of factories is fundamental strategy. Due diligence includes obtaining expert analysis of ERP data and support by experts in handling international issues of reshoring. Modern manufacturers grapple with vast issues threatening profitability in the dynamic global marketplace.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

The hindrance for manufacturers in the past was having a system in place to handle opening up to multi-channel or even omnichannel sales. To accomplish these fixes, companies will rely on customer feedback provided by product sensors and on social media and a sound reverse logistics strategy to handle returns seamlessly.

Manufacturing Procurement 81

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Using technology to de-risk supply chains From a technology perspective, supply chain design tools have been developed from the ground up to handle uncertainty and risks, generate scenarios that identify risks proactively, and provide solutions to mitigate these risks.

Supply Chain Design Software 138

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Locus

MARCH 20, 2023

The modern customer is aware of their needs and possesses the knowledge and skills to efficiently utilize information and tools to fulfill them. Watch this webinar to deliver exceptional customer experiences! Watch the Webinar What is last-mile tracking? Digital technologies have evolved and birthed an empowered customer.

Efficiency 52

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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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Shipchain

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Supply Chain Digest is a weekly, online newsletter that includes webinars, live broadcasts and blog posts. The blog also publishes whitepapers, webinars, podcasts, and on-demand videos to help companies excel in all aspects of supply chain management. Supply Chain Digest. Supply Chain Brain. Inbound Logistics. DC Velocity. Freight Hub.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2016

Irregular loads such as commonly shipped by distribution centers require about 8 to 12 pounds and heavy, inherently unstable product like shrink wrapped bundles of bottled beverages typically requires about 17 to 20 pounds, as measured with Lantech’s CFT-5 containment force tool. Establishing and monitoring . It’s easy to “over” wrap a load.

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