Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

With Hurricane Ian expected to make landfall in Florida, fleet operators are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the storm’s impact. Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 11, 2023

A large storm system may miss you and you might take up valuable resources that other evacuees need. This week’s blog will provide you with various tips for staying “weather aware”. Staying informed is your best defense so you know which plan of action to take, and when. What happens if you react too soon? If you react too late?

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 25, 2020

With Tropical Storm Laura now upgraded to a hurricane, fleet operators in the Gulf Coast are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the storm's impact. Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.

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Ship Monk

JULY 19, 2022

Whether you’re handling your own eCommerce fulfillment or considering a third party logistics company ( 3PL ) to handle it for you, you need to have a clear understanding of the shipping options available, how to calculate eCommerce shipping costs, and ways to reduce these shipping costs. How to Reduce Shipping Costs.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In light of this, this post explains the human factor’s impact and how to manage it inside a logistics system. Read also: Revolutionizing Retail: The Power of Micro-Fulfillment Centers What is the human factor in the logistics system? The human element in the logistics system is at the center of everything that is happening.

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Penske Move Ahead

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

The days and hours before a hurricane arrives are vital for making preparations, including knowing what to do in the event of an evacuation and how to remain safe once the storm hits. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 27, 2021

Penske has assembled a series of tips and resources to help you prepare before a storm strikes and includes next steps to take after the storm. In its mid-year update released in early August , NOAA's Climate Prediction Center said conditions continue to indicate an above-average Atlantic hurricane season.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

They are beliefs that communicate what your company prioritizes in its operations and how it achieves its mission statement. These values guide every business decision, from how and where products are sourced to the employees’ working conditions and how goods are delivered to customers. What are Brand Values?

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Before you take that next step in your entrepreneurial journey, you’ll want to do your due diligence to ensure every aspect of your operation is set up for outsourcing success. Before you do, read our outline below for how to achieve the most awesome transition possible when you go from in-house to outsourced order fulfillment.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 6, 2020

With Hurricane Delta increasing to Category 4 strength, fleet operators in the Gulf Coast are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the storm's impact. Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

A quick online search is often the best way to get started, so you’ll have an idea of how many grocery delivery companies are operating, which areas they cover, and what types of groceries they offer. Work on an Operating Model. Multiple Channels of Business.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With Tropical Storm Zeta expected to strengthen to a hurricane before striking the Gulf Coast, truck fleet operators are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the storm's impact. Penske has tips and resources available to help you prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 4, 2015

In order to optimize manufacturing operations, or really just about anything, you need to have at your fingertips the best and most accurate manufacturing metrics around. In today's post, we share 5 Golden Manufacturing Metrics that all manufacturing companies should understand to improve plant operations quality.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

CVSA-certified inspectors will commit a blitz of inspections across North America, creating a sudden strain on resources for both domestic and cross-border freight. The best way to avoid disruption is to source and have readily available resources to expand capacity at a moment’s notice. What Can Shippers Do About the Safety Blitz.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MAY 4, 2023

Please stay tuned for our 4-part blog series offering different insights into the various ways you can protect yourself and help other members in the community who may need assistance. Our goal this week is to inform 3PLs how to create, update, and reinforce their action plans. Kicking it off, Hurricane Preparedness Week is upon us.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

Walmart has opened a new high-tech fulfillment center of 2.2 This McCordsville fulfillment center is the largest fulfillment center of Walmart and will enable them to fulfill more orders quickly. Also, this new fulfillment center and Walmart’s existing fulfillment centers will allow them to reach 95% of the US population.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 17, 2022

Last Mile Logistics Optimized – What to Know Before Choosing a Logistics Partner In logistics, the “last mile” refers to cargo movement from the entry port to its final destination – usually a storage warehouse, distribution center, or importer facility. Contact us today to learn more.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 17, 2022

In logistics, the “last mile” refers to cargo movement from the entry port to its final destination – usually a storage warehouse, distribution center, or importer facility. Last-mile efficiency is a crucial part of your supply chain, and an experienced logistics partner knows how to get the job done seamlessly. Contact Us.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 29, 2019

With Hurricane Dorian expected to reach the Florida Atlantic Coast in the coming days, fleet operators in the area are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the hurricane’s arrival. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A 3PL service represents support for the performance of your operation and has the ability to create a suit tailored to your needs based on: Storage. Transportation : From the Distribution Center to your customers. A 3PL has all the tools you need for the success of your operation. Simplify your processes with a 3PL service.

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Locus

JANUARY 10, 2024

Maintaining well-stocked shelves goes beyond convenience ; it’s key to customer satisfaction, streamlined operations, and profitability. Effective stocking translates to reduced wastage of time and resources. Read Also: Last-Mile Delivery Costs and How to Reduce Them How to Enable Efficient Shelf Replenishment?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Transitioning from manual operations and implementing automated solutions enhances processes and improves performance monitoring and decision making, avoiding rework, downtime, defects, and bottlenecks and ultimately improve customer service and increase profitability. Digitalization: transforming business processes.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Outsourcing: Transferring one or more business operations to a qualified outside service provider is known as outsourcing. How to effectively outsource your logistics? The benefits of outsourcing out your logistical operations. Due to this outsourcing, the business is able to concentrate on its core business.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 29, 2019

With Hurricane Dorian expected to reach the Florida Atlantic Coast in the coming days, fleet operators in the area are encouraged to take steps now to brace for the hurricane’s arrival. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 3, 2021

If you’ve been looking to take the next step in expanding your operations, here’s everything you need to know. The more resources you have, the easier it is for your business to succeed. How to Choose the Right Third-Party Logistics Provider. Subscribe to our blog newsletter for more! Let’s get started! What Is a 3PL?

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3PL Links

AUGUST 7, 2023

Many organizations are operating hastily and without ensuring the optimization of their resources in an effort to compete in this race for faster and less expensive delivery. This new approach offers opportunities and difficulties for logistics operations. 73% of consumers now expect businesses to have same-day delivery choices.

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LandLink

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Supply chain operation management has always been a challenge. Transportation could be planned for full pallets and truckloads, distribution centers could process work at a predictable pace to meet brick and mortar replenishment needs, and DC facility automation was less intensive and less prone to bottlenecks.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

And rather than waiting until things go wrong, shippers, carriers and brokers can apply these seven last-minute thoughts can help bring to light what strictly a business should focus on and how to apply predictive rates to measure the likelihood of improved operations. Request a SONAR Demo. Request a SONAR SCI Demo.

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Women in Trucking

JUNE 22, 2020

88,000 trucking jobs lost April 2020 Educate Yourself As an owner operator, you are first and foremost a business owner. If you’re new to the owner operator world, I encourage you to take a class or hire a mentor to learn basic business skills. There are free resources on the internet and free mentors through many organizations.

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

The Experts’ Choice of the Top Online Logistics Resources. Intro Email Newsletters News Sites Social Media Influencers Blogs Unexpected Places. UK-based logistics website with exceptional content and unique opinion pieces, often centered around shifting technology trends. World Civil Aviation Resource Net.

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EazyStock

MARCH 11, 2019

When she isn’t writing blog articles, she enjoys spending time in downtown Charleston, South Carolina and all the amazing food her hometown has to offer. Almost all fulfillment centers want to improve pick and pack efficiency. Many warehouses, however, don’t know how to make proactive changes in their process.

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Locus

JUNE 2, 2023

In this post, we deep dive into the world of inbound and outbound logistics, dissecting their key differences, their significance in the broader spectrum of supply chain operations, and their critical role in the last mile of delivery. What is outbound logistics? Focus Procurement, receiving, storage, and inventory management.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2018

Supply chain disputes are often the result of incorrect assumptions and interpretation of contractual terms, reports the Global Supply Chain Law Blog. How to Unlock Its True Value Understanding the value of blockchain is only half the battle. Center all process on collaboration. Dispute resolution. Fraud detection.

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Carter Logistics

MARCH 12, 2019

Blog Topics. Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Conference Center. Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Conference Center. Transportation was the front and center topic, as the Top 100+ S&P CEO’s heard about transport costs affecting the bottom line in 2018. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics.

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Locus

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Say, you are operating a small e-commerce business and have received an order that must be delivered in three days. When delivery exceptions increase, it eats up your operational costs and hurts your bottom line. After incomplete deliveries, the order returns to the distribution center and the delivery should be reattempted.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 1, 2023

So we built another fulfillment network and partnered with carriers to move products from [fulfillment centers] to customers’ homes. We got by serving customers with these resources … but they weren’t connected. They operated in parallel, and they weren’t flexible. And we layered in pickup and delivery too — from our stores. “We

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 11, 2017

However, growing demand for an omnichannel shopping experience, reflecting a seamless integration across multiple shopping channels, will require shippers rethink traditional last mile delivery logistics and understand how to address its complex pain points. Why Last Mile Delivery Logistics Are Critical to Omnichannel Supply Chains.

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