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Inbound vs. Outbound Logistics: Understanding the Key Differences and Optimizing the Last Mile

Locus

In the vast, interconnected world of supply chain management, two terms often come into focus—inbound and outbound logistics. Inbound and outbound logistics are two fundamental components of the overall supply chain management process. What is outbound logistics? Here’s an explanation of both: What is inbound logistics?

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Playbook – How to handle rising transportation costs?

Log-hub

So let’s dive in, and figure out how to do it with Log-hub’s solutions. Handling rising transportation costs with Network Design Optimization Apps Within the Network Design App , we focus on optimizing the outbound process. The app provides a cost-optimal solution, emphasizing cost-based optimization for outbound activities.

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2021 Truck industry disruption factors: how to continue with operational excellence and profitability (part 2)

FreightWaves SONAR

With Pfizer and other manufacturers focused on getting vaccine doses out through the big three carriers, there’s simply not a lasting need to worry at present. Part of that data includes invaluable indices, such as the Outbound Tender Reject Index (OTRI) in FreightWaves SONAR. But that comes with a significant caveat.

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FourKites Visibility 2022: Learn. Connect. Be Inspired.

Logistics Viewpoints

In his presentation, Matt discussed the future of supply chain optimization. This can be outbound shipments from a supplier or inbound from a partner. This is where companies need to question how to connect and collaborate with customers and partners. As the tagline said, I was there to learn, connect, and be inspired.

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[Chart of the Week] Transportation costs keep rising as service deteriorates: Carrier trucking compliance levels drop below 75% while rates increase 6% in February

FreightWaves SONAR

Chart of the Week : Van Contract Base Rate per Mile Initial, Van Outbound Tender Reject Index , Truckstop Average Van Spot Rate per Mile – USA SONAR: VCRPM1.USA, Some mean reversion is imminent, but the national Outbound Tender Reject Index shot back over 28% this week, near its peak value around Thanksgiving of this past year.

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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – September

Ship Monk

I am happy to present Ms. Outbound Supervisor, and Mica S. from our Outbound Team! Outbound Leadership, Nypaul D., Sortation Outbound Lead, and Stephen N.— Treyshawn held it down and continues to hold it down in sorting as well as on the packing / outbound side of things, a crucial part of our operation!

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Full Truckload, Parcel, LTL, Intermodal?Oh My! How to Manage All Over the Road Modes Effectively

GlobalTranz

Makes information presentable, identifying at-risk shipments, average freight spend, breaking down barriers to continuous improvement, and much more. Paired with value-added services, a quality TMS can transform outbound and inbound logistics into a turnkey operation.

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