Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Emerge and offers tips for trucking companies to decrease their insurance premiums. Where and How to Find Savings Within Your Company.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Well, not just for benchmarking, but also for maximum visibility of your supply chain and logistics performance. How hard can that be?” But if you and your team are perplexed over performance measurement and management, the following tips might help you get KPI selection right. I hear you ask. What Makes a “Right” KPI?

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3PL Links

MARCH 18, 2024

Image source: Rawpixel | Top 5 Inventory Management Tips for Small Businesses The retailer who thinks that inventory control is an exclusive activity for large retail organizations is mistaken. Knowing the particularities of the business, it is possible to know how to manage inventory according to consumer demand.

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Freight Center

MAY 18, 2021

In this tight freight market, it can seem daunting to be efficient, streamline the process and find the best freight rates and proper solutions for your freight strategy. But there are steps you can take to optimize your supply chain to get the most out of your shipping budget.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 18, 2021

They could also be dealing with: Demands of a growing workforce; More diverse customer needs; Business intelligence requirements; Keeping the supply chain running; New competitors; New compliance responsibility; Keeping the business culture intact. How did you recover? Know the Cause of Growth. Think back to five years ago.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

Integrated Business Planning (IBP), as defined by its creators at Oliver Wight , is “the business planning process that extends the principles of S&OP throughout the end-to-end supply chain, product, service and customer portfolios, customer demand and strategic planning, to deliver one seamless management process.”

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GoShip Blog

MAY 20, 2022

Frequently, an inconvenient supply chain leads to the loss of customers due to late deliveries, order misplacement, or damaging products during transportation. Reorganizing your logistics strategy and cooperating with reliable carriers are a solution. How to increase online sales? Improve your shipping strategy.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Omnichannel has been a buzzword in supply-chain circles for several years, but retailers that have invested in implementing omnichannel strategies have shown less than superior results, says Steve Dennis via Forbes. These problems show weaknesses and overlooked concerns when implementing omnichannel supply chain strategies.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2021

What makes extreme weather such trouble for supply chains is that it is unpredictable and can come in many forms including flooding, storms, and freezing temperatures. Impact of Winter Weather on the Global Supply Chain. All of this affects both international and local shipping systems, creating demand for supply chains.

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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. This article will provide easy insight into the world of logistics management—from the key components and challenges to tips on optimizing it for your business.

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Freight Center

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

After all the challenges this year has thrown at us, looking toward the future may include making fundamental changes to your supply chain and shipping strategy that’ll help you save money, increase efficiencies and improve the customer experience.

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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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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence for good reason. As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. Use of automated technologies for omnichannel supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

In a recent study, MIT found that companies that focus on 5 key initiatives to improve their supply chain data can have a big impact on their bottom line. Some supply chain companies are leaning on the power of analytics to help streamline their processes and get ahead of their competitors. Hanesbrand Inc. ,

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Ship Monk

APRIL 4, 2023

Keep reading for the 411 on lost packages: why they happen, what they mean for your ecommerce business, and how to stave them off. 9 Tips for Minimizing the Risk of Lost Packages An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of… not losing your packages? Here are nine strategies for nipping the negative impact of lost packages in the bud. #1

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

2021 will be remembered as an unprecedented year of supply chain disruption and market volatility creating a host of challenges for shippers and carriers alike. New Survey Highlights Confidence in Supply Chain Operations Despite Challenges. 7 Tips For Building Supply Chain Resiliency.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Unlocking Customer Satisfaction: Is Your Fulfilment Strategy Aligned with Expectations? Image source: Pexels According to our memory, the field of flexible fulfillment hit a tipping point around 15 years ago. At this point, a new age in the use of technology and fulfillment operations throughout an expanding supply chain network began.

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3PL Links

JANUARY 31, 2023

7 Best Tips for Inventory Management To Avoid Losses | Image source: AR Racking Inventory management is likely the most crucial success component if you sell products through an online store. As a result of only investing in an expensive marketing strategy, you immediately miss the point. In a nutshell, a situation to avoid.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 4, 2018

The wrong retail inventory management strategy increases carrying costs and makes it impossible to stay competitive. However, warehouse managers can overcome these obstacles by considering the main issues affecting omnichannel retail supply chains and implementing these key tips to break down barriers to efficiency.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 8, 2020

How often does your organization think about the real impact of on-time shipping performance? According to Supply Chain Game Changer , “On-time delivery may seem like a basic expectation. Therefore, enterprises need to know how to apply transportation data to increase on-time shipping performance. . Reduce dock delays.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Freight carrier leaders should turn to these seven practical tips to combine freight analytics with operational excellence improvements. Analytics-driven processes must continue to remain the primary strategy for all managers today to improve profitability and increase revenue per driver and per load. Request a SONAR Demo.

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GoShip Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

The earlier you start preparing your strategy, the more successful your company’s efforts are. Whether you are a manufacturer that needs to deliver supplies on time, or a retailer selling goods, proper planning is key. Black Friday & Cyber Friday Shipping Tips. Optimizing Your Truckload Shipping Strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2021

What’s in this article: How to gain sustainability through digitalization and technology. Some tips to become greener. Digital transformation is a key point to gain visibility within the company’s supply chain and internal operations. Furthermore, supply chain visibility enables more efficient shipping operations.

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Ship Monk

MAY 5, 2022

In past articles we’ve looked at some of the signs that it’s time to change your 3PL, and tips for finding the right fulfillment partner. There are a few different ways to go about the big move, so it’s a matter of choosing the strategy that keeps your sales and fulfillment operations flowing smoothly throughout the transition.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2018

In order to manage e-commerce logistics and maintain cost efficiency, shippers need to know the challenges in managing e-commerce logistics, how a TMS can help, and a few tips to streamline the process. Top Tips to Manage E-Commerce Logistics E-commerce logistics make up some of the most complex logistics operations on the planet.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

According to Matt Leonard of Supply Chain Dive : “Demand for trucking freight is being driven by strong consumer spending and a manufacturing industry that’s seen growth for five straight months. A trucking RFP is most effective when sent to diverse and varied supply chain networks. Or simply click the button below.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2018

Here are my top 10 tips to boost your Supply Chain performance towards Best in Class. OK, why do so many organisations struggle with the same old Supply Chain Challenges? Perhaps the quality of Supply Chain training and education is not what it used to be? Well it’s the same for your Supply Chain.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Omnichannel Supply Chains. Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence and for a very good reason. As 2018 progresses , Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. September 27, 2018 ·.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 10, 2021

To a large extent, Supply Chain and uncertainty go hand in hand. Driver delays, transportation failure, strikes, hike in fuel prices, carrier capacity shortage, vendor hold-ups, thefts, and fires at warehouses are all common issues in the supply chain ecosystem.

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Turvo

JUNE 3, 2020

Global supply chain risk management continues to evolve and embodies a consideration of possibilities and outcomes by supply chain executives totaling in the millions. That’s where the crossroads of a tech-driven approach to solving the challenges of supply chain risk management lie.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

Integrated Business Planning (IBP), as defined by its creators at Oliver Wight , is “the business planning process that extends the principles of S&OP throughout the end-to-end supply chain, product, service and customer portfolios, customer demand and strategic planning, to deliver one seamless management process.”

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 25, 2021

This must always remain the focus of the entire supply chain. Freight management companies and partners can remain unsure of how to attain or utilize meaningful, actionable freight data. . According to Shopify , “free shipping is just the tip of the iceberg: 39% of U.S. is forecast to top $9.6 billion in 2022.”

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FourKites

DECEMBER 9, 2020

It occurs to me that this is not a problem that’s limited to supply chain visibility technology, or even to the supply chain industry as a whole. Understand where your supply chain digital strategy is going in your company, and tightly link a visibility tool with that effort. Crossing the STREET.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2018

E-Commerce requires intense coordination between supply chains and an understanding of how to achieve maximum efficiency in all modes of transportation, explains BigCommerce.com. As a result, it is important for shippers to understand the top challenges in OTR e-commerce lanes and how to achieve lasting success.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Ty Kiisel who shows us how you can be affected by your supply chain finances. . This is an important formula to have a handle on to avoid negatively impacting your supply chain finances. Supply Chain Finances Can Be a Root Cause of Your Problems.

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Radius Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2019

As one delay piles onto the next, the supply chain gets stopped in its tracks… literally. Developing a short-term strategy to prepare your company for seasonal fluctuations isn’t as daunting as you may think. Here are some tips to help you tackle the upcoming winter season. Understand market fluctuations.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2015

Recovering your assets is a difficult task no matter what your occupation with reverse supply chains in the marketplace. Effective Reverse Supply Chains. With creating the product being only a small portion of the business, many businesses invest time into making methods for an effective supply chain.

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