Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 24, 2021

ON-DEMAND WEBINAR. Join us to hear how a global network platform is critical for effective international freight management, and how the global network model can improve final mile operations, without the need to rip-and-replace existing TMS solutions. You will learn: How to prioritize TMS investments today?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

When’s the last time you tested your network? This very real threat to your business is why you should consider a rethink your security standards and look at how to start a penetration test. That’s what Steve Stasiukonis, founder of Secure Network Technologies, did. Are you a target for hackers? First, define your goals.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Enhancing Supply Chain Sustainability Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 18, 2023 October is Sustainability Month, a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and seek ways to reduce our carbon footprint.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Consider inflation and the rising costs of production and manufacturing: Almost everything, whether the transportation of fuel, raw materials, or workers, has caused shippers to lean on logistics professionals to provide contextual data on how all those variables are affecting their own customer base.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

These LTL embargoes are a short-term solution to allowing carriers to immediately reduce the stress on their networks. As such, carriers can better allocate their assets and determine how to go about reducing the massive strain on resources and effectively divvying up such resources to move freight throughout the country.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 19, 2016

Many of the new entrants have unique USPs (Unique Selling Point) and effective marketing strategies planned out; however to compete they have to focus on the core strengths of what makes an e-commerce successful. 3 Strategies for e-Commerce Logistics Efficiency. You set up your own team.

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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. Several transportation and logistics executives participated in the webinar and shared how the pandemic has changed their digitization strategies.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is the second part of Chuck Intrieri's series on how procurement and suppliers can avoid issues with their contracts. In part two, Chuck focuses on how to draft your terms and conditions. How to Begin Your Terms. Writing your terms of use can be a monumental task for anyone.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Generally, loads are first offered and accepted within a freight brokerage’s carrier network. This is due to the fact that in-network carriers are less of a wild card: they have a proven track record of success, and their pricing is often within an acceptable range. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Ready to learn more?

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Generally, loads are first offered and accepted within a freight brokerage’s carrier network. This is due to the fact that in-network carriers are less of a wild card: they have a proven track record of success, and their pricing is often within an acceptable range. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Ready to learn more?

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Generally, loads are first offered and accepted within a freight brokerage’s carrier network. This is due to the fact that in-network carriers are less of a wild card: they have a proven track record of success, and their pricing is often within an acceptable range. How to Pick the Right DFM Marketplace. Ready to learn more?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

We explore how predictive analytics and big data with human sentiments can add value and amplify their supply chain strategies. The branching method can also show every possible outcome of a particular decision and how one choice may lead to the next. Another cutting edge technique used in predictive analysis is neural networks.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2018

An effective warehouse management strategy is key to staying competitive and meeting consumers’ expectations in the omnichannel world. To understand this paradox, warehouse managers need to understand the pitfalls of omnichannel warehouse management and how to develop a winning strategy.

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AIMMS

MARCH 8, 2016

Transportation capacity and cost: carriers are more selective about which retailers they work with and parcel pricing strategies are changing. Retailers need to respond with innovative transportation strategies and packaging options, as well as training for employees. Strong capabilities in supply chain planning and network design.

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AIMMS

MARCH 8, 2016

Transportation capacity and cost: carriers are more selective about which retailers they work with and parcel pricing strategies are changing. Retailers need to respond with innovative transportation strategies and packaging options, as well as training for employees. Strong capabilities in supply chain planning and network design.

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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. The journey from the farm to the consumer’s table involves a web of intricate processes and challenges.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Currently, it remains the case that as e-commerce continues to grow, most shippers, particularly multi-channel shippers, are still only just beginning to work out what this will entail for their distribution network infrastructures. What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics? Read the full Post.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Having the ability to monitor and maintain key supply network operations from anywhere in the world is critical as supply chains continue to become more complex. Consulting with the technology provider to understand what precautions should be taken can go a long way in understanding the vulnerabilities that exist and how to address them.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

With an ever-increasing pool of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to outsource shipping needs to, understanding how to select the best 3PL is the difference between reaching your existing customers and gaining a new market share. What Data Analytics and Business Process Strategy Services Are Offered? How Extensive Is Their Network?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2017

However, shippers have learned a few things about how to respond when Mother Nature or consumers throw a proverbial curveball. Another strategy that is working the past to keep carriers from putting forth outrageous rate hikes is appeasement. Increased Freight Rates Can Tone Down Capacity Crunches.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2018

With effective logistics planning and strategies, you can run a supply chain smoothly without too many concerns. For example, if you operate in an area prone to bushfires, you need to consider how this will affect the roads and infrastructure. Remember, you must see yourself as a working within a network, not as an individual.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2015

Over the last 100 plus years of the history of supply chain management has evolved from an initial focus on improving relatively simple, but very labor-intensive processes to the present day engineering and managing of extraordinarily complex global networks. History of Supply Chain Management: Roots.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2015

The President has started a National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI) and recently convened manufacturers in DC to get together and discuss their field. He asked Congress to authorize investment—to be matched by private and non-federal funds to create an initial network of up to 15 institutes.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

It is important to note the necessity to build strategy of company’s logistics system development and integrate it as a full-fledged component for not less than 10-15 years. Strategy and Planning for Effective Operations by Northwestern University. Management of Supply Networks for Products and Services. Operations Strategy .

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 21, 2015

Rather than going on about how to keep your relationship positive, think about the following 10 reasons you need to maintain a positive relationship with your carrier(s). When an item crosses international borders, such as into Canada or Mexico, you must think of how to pay any associated duties, taxes, and tariffs.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

Today’s post is a guest post from Nicholas Fincher of CS-Cart about how 5 areas of focus can bring back the focus on the customer by personalized their online shopping experience. These are but extensions of the idea to maximize omni- channel strategies by putting the customer at the heart of the supply chain. .

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

With lower risk, you can quickly build a multi-location distribution network. This can be done without the major capital investment that is often associated with building out your own network. 3PL service providers have a large resource network in comparison to in-house supply chains. More Resources. Professional Service.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Procurement strategy was not always evident. But, the key to utilizing this information lies in knowing what to do and how to do it when an event occurs. In other words, more companies will diversify distribution, supplier and storage networks throughout 2017 to prepare for what might happen in the future. The Big Picture.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2015

Better wages for truckers will attract more individuals to get their CDLs which will benefit the growth of transportation networks and provide additional availability from more truckers. Reevaluating Wages. Long-haul trucking is a physically demanding job that requires employees that can fulfill all of the requirements.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

The process starts by looking at a full picture of the supply chain to understand the network and cost distribution. . Shippers should internally ask questions like, which vendors are costing more money than they’re worth? Can I negotiate better dollar per pound rate with them? Are we losing money with this a specific vendor?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

This 2016 supply chain trend will continue as best-in-class organizations leverage business networks to create a digital community of partners executing coordinated processes in a more organized and informed way than in the past. Businesses cannot unlock the full potential of digital without reinventing their supply chain strategy.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 17, 2016

This is especially true as more third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) have grown to create a shared network of carriers. Shippers who misrepresent freight need to be educated on how to properly provide information for a shipping quote from carriers. Shippers Who Misrepresent Freight Need to be Educated.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2016

Other value-added services may include industry expertise and training programs for partners within the given network. For example, value-added service may include perks when shipping a large quantity of products on a recurring basis. In fact, a team of researchers at the University of Tennessee further defined this relationship.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 7, 2016

A little more than a year ago, Audi created a parody of transport drones in the sUVA commercial, but the ideas behind these “Terminator-like” actions actually represent very real possibilities for how extensive the network of drones will grow in 2016.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Logistics and Transportation Managers at manufacturers will have reports at their fingertips on how to continue to reduce transportation costs, a heavy portion of the expense budget, by leaning on data to continually improve. Forecasting Demand. Predictive analytics help manufacturers forecast future sales based on past sales.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

It’s a lot of work to effectively manage freight and that is evident as readers gobbled up posts around freight claims, freight shipment processing by understanding the documentation and how to class your freight so you can get a freight rate. Readers also wanted to know and make sure they were working with reputable freight brokers.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2017

It is their job to know exactly how to ensure your shipments have a fast and successful transit through customs so that you don’t have to. . Knowing and working with every piece of regulatory legislation regarding trade and shipment, import and export, is what freight brokers are all about. Resolve Logistical Problems .

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