Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2023

The Supply Chain of Mother's Day Flowers Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2023 Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate and honor mothers around the world. What’s in the article: How are Mother’s Day flowers shipped?

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United World Transporation

AUGUST 8, 2019

DAT, an industry leader is trend reporting publishes a North American Freight Index , and the latest report notes that spot market freight volume typically rises about 30% in the spring. In response to higher refrigerated capacity demand, dry van carriers, railroads, and LTL carriers also push for rate increases.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 15, 2019

Yale industry experts understand the challenges associated with moving perishable goods in food applications and the demands that operating in cold environments place on materials handling equipment. The post Case Study: Moving Perishable Goods in Food Applications appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 4, 2022

The industry has adapted and evolved strategies to combat increasing costs, chaotic weather conditions and the ever-growing consumer demand. Drivers have left the industry without the addition of enough new drivers to replace them. Conduct a market study. So, before you decide on a specific market, conduct a study.

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Freight Center

JUNE 11, 2019

As the harvest season ramps up, those in the food industry face several challenges in keeping food safe. According to a 2015 study published on foodtank.com , 2-20% of all fruits and vegetables end up wasted during the shipping process – that’s a staggering statistic. Keep it Fresh. Choose the Right Method and Carrier.

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Stord

JULY 29, 2019

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 The last mile is the delivery of goods from a warehouse or distribution center to its final destination, but the last yard is the delivery to the shipment’s actual point of use, according to the 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study. Improve internal processes, says the 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study.

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Penske Move Ahead

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Heart-shaped holidays, like Valentine’s Day, are busy times for the floral industry, which depends on trucking companies, including Penske Logistics and Penske Truck Rental , to help ensure perishables like flowers and candy arrive in top condition. Why are flowers synonymous with love? Science may have the answer.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Shippers Navigate Stable Market Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - October 10, 2023 Many of the concerns from earlier this year have dissipated and shippers are beginning to look for lengthier contracts with stable rates.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Year after year, industry veterans develop a “sixth sense” for timing, identifying gaps in supply, and understanding the disruptive effects that accompany these transitional periods. Sustainable Practices in Produce Logistics Sustainability is at the forefront of the modern food industry.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 1, 2020

Perishable goods need a specialized mode of transportation, refrigerated trailers, or reefers. Refrigerated trucking helps connect farmers, bakers, meat production plants, pharma companies with markets and ensures end customers even at remote locations get fresh and quality products. How long it remains fresh and fit for consumption.

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Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 3, 2018

To help provide resources to suppliers in China, Walmart has created a digital resource center in Mandarin and English with tools, case studies, and program resources on emissions reduction in the value chain: www.walmartsustainabilityhub.com. Over 400 suppliers in China, India, the U.S. Enhancing Energy Efficiency.

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Globalior

AUGUST 5, 2020

When was the last time you studied the charges on the invoice from your Customs broker? Do you know what the industry norms for Customs brokerage charges in your locality are? Ask your suppliers for FTA forms or source for alternative suppliers who can supply you with products that are qualified for preferential duty treatment.

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Penske Move Ahead

JULY 10, 2019

The cold storage industry handles the movement of perishable and temperature-sensitive foods. Food on Demand Series: Cold Storage Logistics Unpacked , the cold storage industry can anticipate an increasing demand for refrigerated warehousing. million cubic feet in industrial cold storage. titled 2019 U.S. Farm to Fork.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 14, 2022

Many of these initiatives are first-of-their kind for Walmart and will be pivotal in moving us towards a zero emissions future, while being instructive to the entire transportation industry. Refrigerated Trailers: We also have an opportunity to power our refrigerated trailers with electric energy. A Meaningful Approach.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

He began his career in the trucking industry in 1988 as a way to financially support himself through college. The next step in creating the high school program was to bring in industry partners and create an advisory board to assist in the planning and guidance of the newly formed entity.

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Penske Move Ahead

JANUARY 22, 2024

To help those within the industry prepare for the year ahead, we sat down with several industry experts to get their thoughts on capacity, operations, sustainability and how to prepare for 2024. Q: How will the three big drivers of truck freight — consumer spending, new construction and factory/industrial output — change?

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The Path to Cost Reduction: Intel decided to try what was considered an unlikely supply chain strategy for the semiconductor industry: make to order.

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 4, 2019

By the 1950s and 1960s, however, home delivery of milk and other dairy products largely died out, a victim of the popularity of supermarkets, better refrigeration, and suburban sprawl, which forced milkmen to drive longer distances, increasing their costs. Depending on your age, you might recall a milkman making stops at homes around town.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 20, 2020

Industry: Production and distribution of frozen food and pasta. The racks had to be installed in three different refrigerated warehouses. As usual, when working with refrigerating cameras, an additional WMS Software Module was provided. Here’s how they did it: Client: ALFA, GREECE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 11, 2021

Over the last few years, the rocket industry has been taking off (pun intended), as companies continue to look at sending satellites into space. When containers come into a port, they need to be moved to a destination for a number of reasons, including customs clearance, need for refrigeration, or a power supply.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The grocery shopping and delivery business industry has struggled to some extent over the past year; new opportunities for online shopping and catering to customers have grown into a thriving success. A separate area of the small facility that keeps groceries refrigerated and ready to go is ideal as a drive-through service.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Electrolux is a global leader in appliances for home and professional use, selling annually more than 40 million products – including refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and cookers – to customers in 150 countries. A suitable 9150 square metre site was found in Bowburn’s North Industrial estate.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

The 26 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study – sponsored by NTT Data, Penske, and Penn State – was released a week ago. In a conversation with Sylvie Thompson, one of the authors of this study, Ms. The most important is having a range of cross temperature/cold chain types” – such as refrigeration to deep freeze.

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FW Logsitcs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

” However, this isn’t to say that these ambient storage warehouses don’t require industrial HVAC. With ambient storage you avoid the hassles and costs of cold storage warehouses because the items you need to store don’t have to be refrigerated. Ask for Case Studies. Research Reviews.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 31, 2021

Military Veteran Skills Valued by the Trucking Industry. One of the many appealing aspects of working in the trucking industry is knowing that you’re not stuck in one position. So this would not be a good option for those who need to transport items that require climate control like refrigerated items and perishable foods.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Industries. Industries. Industrial Manufacturing. Publishing Resources Industries. Case Studies. |. Contact Us. Newsroom Investors Careers. Infosys Labs. Aerospace and Defense. Automotive. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Hospitality and Leisure. Medical Devices.

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CLX Logistics

APRIL 6, 2020

Global supply chain specialists at CLX Logistics for example, use detailed modeling strategies and a wealth of industry experience to continuously optimize the supply chain performance of international and domestic transportation. How Do Global Supply Chain Managers Improve Performance and Reduce Costs?

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World Food Programme Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

During the first quarter of the new school year, schools will be open only for the 1st-grade school children, while everyone else studies remotely. WFP is providing parents with educational materials including infographics, videos of recipes, menus, and children’s stories on nutrition and health.

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Bringg

AUGUST 19, 2020

For example, some deliveries may require vehicles with refrigeration or heating, or vehicles that can handle an item with unusual or unusually large dimensions. In the trucking industry, driver turnover and retention is a well-known issue and expense. Driver performance and retention.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

After experiencing an incredibly challenging two years in the global logistics industry, I think we can let go of any expectation that the supply chain landscape will ever return to “normal.” It’s certainly no secret that the global logistics industry, like many other industries, is closing out 2021 in the midst of a true labor crisis.

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WorkWave

MARCH 17, 2020

Studies show that when the women’s labor force participation rises , so does the economy and the GDP. Bureau of Labor Statistics notes in the databook Women in the Labor Force that women may represent more than half of all workers within several industries. Despite this, women are substantially underrepresented in other industries.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2017

Regular training workshops keep the employees updated with the latest trends in the logistics industry. Moreover, the manager should have authoritative contacts in the industry. For example, perishable goods, such as dairy products, needs refrigeration facilities. For this, you need to invest in proper training of the employees.

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