Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

DS Smith, a leading global sustainable packaging company, has innovated DD Wrap as a brand-new sustainable shelf ready packaging design, to meet circular economy requirements while increasing supply chain efficiency and enhancing the in-store shopping experience.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

November will be seen in the British International Freight Association’s (BIFA) history as an auspicious month with the first meeting of its new Sustainable Logistics Policy Group, managed by Mike Jones, policy advisor for sustainability and environment.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Time To Read: 6 minutes If you’re wondering how to start a NEMT business, you’ve come to the right place. We’re setting out on a journey to understand how to transform your dream into reality, navigating legal documents, and NEMT software, hiring competent drivers, and crafting an effective marketing strategy.

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Ottawa Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

As this industry has grown, so have the various options that are available to meet interests ranging from cooking supplies, pet supplies, video game and popular culture memorabilia and much more. More likely than not there is a box service to meet your needs. Contact us for more information and to find out how we can meet your needs.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 20, 2022

How to increase online sales? For instance, young working customers would appreciate eco-packaging. Thus, you’ll be ready to meet customer demand without additional fuss. Evaluate present promotion methods and check out analytics to see how ads contribute to your sales.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Let’s examine how the market ended the year, the anticipated course for 2024, and the ever-more-important role that technology plays in this dynamic environment. Businesses that adopt these trends will be well-positioned to meet upcoming difficulties and provide dependable and effective logistics solutions.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 28, 2024

This blog post will explore the basics of shipping auto parts, from understanding the different shipping methods to ensuring secure packaging for delicate items. Packing and preparing when shipping automotive parts When shipping auto parts, it’s important to use the right packing methods to prevent damage and protect package handlers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2019

Nordic logistics automation specialist Element Logic says it is presenting some “revolutionary news” at next month’s LogiMAT. Meet Element Logic at Hall 1, Stand H21, Messe Stuttgart, Feb 19-21. Element Logic is the primary Nordic partner of the unique automated storage and retrieval system AutoStore.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2021

As we kick off 2021, those complexities are still present, but with a new year comes new opportunities to innovate and address some of the biggest challenges for our retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) customers, such as: Planning environments are complex and can lead to costly surplus Days of Inventory on Hand (DOH).

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Five years ago, I took over managing the software package AFW uses to coordinate flights, and I do this for a dozen other organizations in the U.S. We had this vexing problem over the years, which is how to coordinate these summer camp flights. I’ve been involved with the organization since 1989. What happened after that?

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Manual loading is taxing and previous technology approaches have not been able to handle the complex decision making required to stack the wide range of shipments encountered in FedEx network, which vary in size, shape, weight, and packaging material.

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AIMMS

JULY 10, 2018

Five years ago, I took over managing the software package AFW uses to coordinate flights, and I do this for a dozen other organizations in the U.S. We had this vexing problem over the years, which is how to coordinate these summer camp flights. I’ve been involved with the organization since 1989. What happened after that?

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Freight Center

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Supply chains everywhere need to be aware of how to save money while still running smoothly. Knowing the basics of how billing adjustments happen and how to avoid them will help you avoid wasting money. Liftgate services when no loading dock is present. Bad Packaging. Shipping to or from limited access locations.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

Today’s CRM platforms have adapted and expanded their tools to meet the needs of ecommerce businesses. Some of the larger systems may have special pricing and starter packages that allow you to start small and add on tools as you grow. Then we’ll peek beyond the systems, at other ways you can strengthen customer relationships.

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AIMMS

JULY 10, 2018

Five years ago, I took over managing the software package AFW uses to coordinate flights, and I do this for a dozen other organizations in the U.S. We had this vexing problem over the years, which is how to coordinate these summer camp flights. I’ve been involved with the organization since 1989. What happened after that?

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 27, 2023

Whether that be offering free expedited shipping or providing an option where customers pay for the upgrade, having faster shipping options is pivotal to meeting customer expectations. How to Calculate Safety Stock The concise version: calculate the difference between your worst-case supply/demand scenario and your average scenario.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

In this article, we’ll look at some of those challenges and explore potential solutions to help you and your IM team meet the burgeoning demand for fast and accurate order fulfilment. So what can you do to ensure your inventory management meets the challenge of multichannel sales?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Last week, I gave the keynote presentation at the Dangerous Goods Symposium , sponsored by LabelMaster and the DG Exchange. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. Supply chain disruptions have brought about an age of innovation.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Indeed, the transition has taken place so swiftly that some companies may still need to fully grasp the present or future possibilities to exploit distribution performance as a competitive advantage. The next generation of solutions could also plan and configure loads based on packaging dimensions and the capacity of vehicles.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

Ensure First-Rate Customer Service While it may seem more prudent to spend money on packaging, faster shipping options, or marketing, the fact is that your ecommerce brand lives and dies with customer satisfaction. Make sure your fulfillment center also knows exactly how to handle returns, refunds, and reshipments. Let’s get started.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Instead of simply giving up and moving to a third-party marketplace, like Amazon, shippers can revitalize profit margins by understanding a few things about the driving force of increased e-commerce costs, how transparency can and how to improve profitability. Think about it. Know your shipping costs in real time.

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Locus

JUNE 2, 2023

Outbound logistics activities include order processing, packaging, storage, transportation, distribution channel management, and customer support. Inbound and outbound logistics share some common challenges, while also presenting unique complexities. It focuses on delivering the final products or services to the intended recipients.

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Compactor Management Company

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This can include anything from manufacturing products to packaging them for sale. Similarly, when a computer is assembled, the packaging materials and unused components are considered industrial solid waste. Related article: Complete Guide For Industrial Waste Management by EPA How to Manage Industrial Waste?

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 22, 2018

That’s why Mosca says it offers its customers a service network that is “truly unique in the industry” The company provides everything from maintenance, repairs, installations and relocations, to training and Technical Expert Meetings focusing on the optimization potential of strapping machines. Presentations on Industry 4.0

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Occupying several exhibition areas totaling around 875 square metres, the German manufacturer will be showing visitors to the Stuttgart showpiece in March how to further optimize their intralogistics processes and make them fit for the future. The latest addition is the Linde V08 medium-lift order picker.

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WorkWave

MARCH 29, 2023

While seasonal work can offer unique experiences and opportunities for employers and employees, it also presents its own challenges. In both cases, hiring seasonal workers can help businesses meet staffing needs without committing to long-term employment contracts or incurring high overhead costs.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

Trouble is, managing an ecommerce brand involves certain unavoidable carbon-causing activities like packaging, shipping and returns. The UN World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

With the myriad of tasks and personell, a director or manager must oversee, how on earth are they to get everything done? Well, it starts with focusing on the areas and objectives that can meet your desired outcomes. Minimize packaging. Take good care of handling packages. Operations. Replace checking with auditing.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

This can include offering like products in package deals, compiling changes in like demographics or sharing information to reduce costs across the scope of both companies’ transportation networks. Be There for Customers After the Sale. The opportunity for creativity in engaging current and future customers is only limited by your imagination!

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Many prospective business owners steer clear of such ventures due to the hassles they can present. This guide looks at all the critical aspects of how to start a delivery service business. There are various helpful tips out there you can use on how to buy a delivery route. Tips for Starting a Home Delivery Business.

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Forto

JULY 25, 2018

Before we go into details on how to ship hazardous materials, one needs to understand that different types of cargo require different measures for transportation. It contains advice on terminology, packaging, labeling, placarding, markings, stowage, segregation, handling, and emergency response in relation to carrying dangerous goods by sea.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Five years ago, I took over managing the software package AFW uses to coordinate flights, and I do this for a dozen other organizations in the U.S. We had this vexing problem over the years, which is how to coordinate these summer camp flights. I’ve been involved with the organization since 1989. What happened after that?

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 5, 2023

But do you know how to operate your fleet for the maximum economy? How to Reduce Truck-Related Costs Trucks and vans are not cheap to run, so if you can save even a little on the cost of operating each vehicle in your fleet, those savings can mount up to a lot—and the more extensive your truck fleet, the more you can save.

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World Food Programme Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

Adults with HIV have increased energy needs, ranging from 10 percent more calories, in the absence of symptoms, to up to 20–30 percent more when symptoms are present, and children can have a 50 to 100 percent increase over normal requirements.” Ensuring people living with HIV have enough of the right type of food throughout childhood?—?including

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

But I also think that, ironically, a great economy and an evolving supply chain are presenting new challenges for supply chain managers, especially as supply management seeks to raise its profile as a strategic entity that adds value within the organization. Sure, you need 100 widgets to meet your demand, but we’ll only give you 50.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 31, 2017

Determine Services Needed and Submit Exhibitor Package Forms. Find out if the trade show provides furniture for your booth as part of your exhibitor package. Check out the “Exhibitor Package Forms” part of our Trade Show Checklist for a list of services you may want. Do you have everything you need to make your booth stand out?

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

But I also think that, ironically, a great economy and an evolving supply chain are presenting new challenges for supply chain managers, especially as supply management seeks to raise its profile as a strategic entity that adds value within the organization. Sure, you need 100 widgets to meet your demand, but we’ll only give you 50.

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