Talking Logistics

JULY 5, 2018

Because in supply chains, surprises tend to mean wasted time and added expense. Develop a comprehensive truckload strategy so you’re prepared to handle just about anything. Building the right truckload strategy for your business. We have been studying truck freight attributes and strategies since 2006.

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Compactor Management Company

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Industrial manufacturing firms dispose of the waste produced by their operations through a process called industrial waste management. When your business produces a significant amount of waste, it is crucial to implement an effective industrial waste management system to ensure it is responsible and environmentally friendly.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

An experienced forwarder or third-party logistics company (3PL) can help you improve your bottom line by reducing your soft costs in addition to saving you money on hard costs. How can importers and exporters reduce soft costs? Find a good one and soft costs will be dramatically reduced.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Image source: Flickr | Logistics Planning 2024: How To Carry out Logistical Planning for This Year Have you ever given the recent evolution of logistics any thought? Read also: How to Make Reverse Packaging Logistics More Efficient? How to carry out logistical planning for 2024? Why is logistical planning necessary?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Challenges in Floral Logistics Global Supply Chain: Meeting year-round demand for flowers involves a global supply chain with multiple intermediaries, from growers to wholesalers to retailers. For most fresh cut flowers, the ideal range is from 34°F to 36°F during transport and storage.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 25, 2022

Keep reading to learn more about how to get HVAC leads. Targets will help you create a more direct and effective strategy and ensure that you’re not wasting time or resources on unrelated efforts. If your marketing goal isn’t quantifiable, how will you know when you reach it? Easy Website Navigation.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency. There are several possible ways to eliminate this form of energy wastage.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Industries are facing the need to plan new strategies and invest more in technology to gain a stronger foothold. A B2B e-commerce strategy is therefore becoming increasingly necessary for manufacturing businesses that want to better sell their products or procure the necessary components for manufacturing them.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 4, 2018

Here is how these companies are using transportation optimization, inventory optimization and demand modeling as part of their supply chain design strategy to tackle the price factor head-on. You can also ask questions and test strategies within the safe confines of your own data-backed model, before real-world implementation.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 30, 2022

In this post, we explain what those pillars are, why they matter, and how to align them in a way that supports supply chain management excellence. Our three pillars (or fundamentals) of great supply chain management excellence are strategy, service, and cost. For example: Alignment of strategy and cost leads to happy shareholders.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Governments across the globe are urging businesses to do more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the supply chain. In response, companies are taking sustainable leadership to new levels, with a particular focus on reducing their Scope 3 emissions to actively assist in supply chain decarbonisation.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. In the first part I put forth 6 areas of focus in order to reduce logistics costs. Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

How much are you spending on manufacturing, shipping, marketing, customer support, logistics services, and order fulfillment services? You never want to cut corners on these, or any, crucial areas of your ecommerce brand. In terms of running an ecommerce brand, the price of overpreparing can literally be reflected in price.

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Bringg

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

In this post I will try to quickly explain the top level, most important principles on how to develop a waste-free product flow. One reports suggests that 45% of features are never used, and are a waste of time for the product, design and R&D teams. This post won’t dive into the day to day work and how we do it.

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Dedola Global Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2019

How To Reduce Soft Costs in Shipping. An experienced forwarder or third-party logistics company (3PL) can help you improve your bottom line by reducing your soft costs in addition to saving you money on hard costs. . How can importers and exporters reduce soft costs? Is compatible with mobile devices. Contact Us.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 23, 2020

When creating a strategy for improving the productivity of your supply chain, you should analyze your costs within the following four areas: Staff time. Real-time supply chain visibility can significantly reduce wasted time across your operations. 4 Supply Chain Efficiency Measures to Improve Productivity.

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WorkWave

MARCH 21, 2023

From developing your business plan to marketing strategies and pricing your services, there is much to consider when beginning this journey. Join us as we take a deep dive into how to start a pet-sitting business. With the right online strategy, you can build your reputation as a professional pet sitter that owners can trust.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits. But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? Book Now Let’s talk about your warehouse layout! Book your free consultation.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

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.” The factors to measure are: greenhouse gas emissions, energy, water, waste, recycling and compost.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Using a quality management system ensures goods inspected on arrival meet the required standards and that products leave the factory at the standard customers expect. By integrating machine sensor data with an ERP system, management and staff can use the information to see how much work in production is going to rework or scrap.

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Conger

JANUARY 17, 2023

Because in this ultimate guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about the 5S warehouse system, including: What warehouse 5S is The 8 key benefits of 5S-ing your warehouse How to easily implement a warehouse 5S protocol And lots more! Some common sorting strategies include: General cleaning of an area. Let's dive in!

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CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2019

Compliance programs vary by retailer but the intent is consistent across the industry—have the right product in the right location at the right time while removing waste. I recently participated in a webinar to discuss the changes in retailer expectations and how companies can successfully navigate retail compliance programs.

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Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Experts say demand-chain models are an effective solution for supply chains to meet the increased need for immediacy and improve the customer experience. To meet consumer demands, there are high expectations on companies to offer same-day shipping options to their customers. Reduces Wasted Inventory.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Growers, shippers, and retailers with advanced supply chain strategies are earning consumer loyalty, thanks in part to the supply chain professionals who plan, execute, and adapt to the challenges posed by fresh produce. This can lead to spikes in demand and challenges in meeting consumer expectations for fresh produce year-round.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 28, 2022

Besides improving your customers’ experience, successful returns management helps you recapture as much value as you can from returned items and reduce the processing costs. It assists you in identifying cost-effective ways to resell, reuse, or recycle the items to lower waste and maintain your profit margin.

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FW Logsitcs

JANUARY 24, 2024

How Cross-Docking Works Cross-docking is a supply chain management practice that involves directly transferring goods from incoming trucks to outgoing trucks without extra storage in between. Cross-docking optimizes supply chain efficiency by eliminating the need for warehousing inventory.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. How to use AI to optimize stock levels Within the larger context of supply chain optimization, AI proves to be a versatile tool in the quest for optimal stock levels.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

It is the strategy a company implements to wisely utilize natural resources and conservatively meet its operational needs. Many customers will choose the option of having their items delivered on specific days to assist brands in reducing their carbon footprint.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

An effective logistics solution is critical for optimizing supply chain efficiency, reducing costs, improving customer satisfaction, and supporting sustainability goals. Logistics management is an essential part of supply chain management and is crucial in achieving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and boosting customer satisfaction.

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Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

This move to battery-electric driven vehicles will require new supply chain solutions and innovation, says Gilder, but the sector is still nervous about how to deal with the unknown, including battery logistics, and there are new players entering the market. For Gilder that means CHEP has to change to meet the needs of its customers.

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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? Book a free consultation.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Supply chain leaders continue to focus their efforts on finding the right mix of assets used, market positioning and carrier freight pricing strategies. As such, carriers need to know a few things about freight load balance scoring and how to assess market conditions to avoid delays, balance their fleets and maximize profitability per load.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2017

Not only is it important to find machines that are appropriate for your specific manufacturing operations , but your bottom line will suffer if your equipment isn’t fast enough to meet demand. You'll also need to make sure to hire employees who know how to use each machine. Install a variable speed drive.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

Well-organized inventory management is a must-have for a successful retail strategy. In the post-pandemic world, optimal use of warehouse space is a necessity to meet the budget bottom line and grow profits. Another crucial tip is to review your inventory management strategy to make sure you are prepared. .

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2016

With more products coming in, the pressure will be on distributors and order fulfillment centers to create warehousing space and eliminate wasted space wherever possible. Customers have the option to have products shipped to home or the store, and this eliminates any confusion about how much space is needed within each store.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 28, 2020

With a strategic, long-term agreement in place, these carriers make up the backbone of many transportation chains and provide the day-to-day shipping coverage needed to meet customer needs. Instead of wasting the time of the specialty transport carriers with mundane local shipments, their focus can remain on high-demand, long-distance hauls.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2024

Amazon in the news: Amazon’s Prime orders are getting delivered faster and faster Hawaiian Airlines slowly adds freighters for Amazon business Walmart in-store AI is giving employees advice on how to sell products USPS delivery unit proposal sparks service, cost concerns for shipping partners White House earmarks $1.5B

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