Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 18, 2023

90% of their raw materials are purchased from sustainably managed forests. As part of their Target Forward strategy, Target also commits to achieve 30% absolute reduction in supply chain emissions (scope 3) by 2030. Currently, 65% of packaging is designed to be recyclable or reusable – up from 62% in 2019.

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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. Many local retailers had to quickly move to online channels for their customers to make purchases and pick up their goods curbside. Accelerating trends in technology.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

In a thoughtful webinar today digital freight forwarder Zencargo co-Founder, Richard Fattal, and Bis Henderson ‘s Louisa Hosegood debated the unprecedented pressures in the global supply chain this year and how they jeopardise retailer’s profitability. They are evaluating purchasing needs and ethical choices. Own the total.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

With this same principle applied there cannot be one standard transportation budget methodology applied while planning for 2021 The ability to respond to these challenges will determine the future strategies required in 2021 to ensure recovery and possible profitable performance.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Editor's Note: Our friend, Jim Bierfeldt with LogisticsMarketing.com , came up with a 3PL Survey for buyers of logistics services. Over the past few years, we have surveyed about 350 different buyers of logistics services. Logistics buyers know that suppliers are critical to their success and most want to maintain a dialogue.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. If you are familiar with the term logistics, then you undoubtedly know it conjures up a different meaning to different people , different countries, and different companies even. Read the full Post.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The election is over, but the race is just starting for logistics providers. From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. Fortunately, your organization can get ahead of the learning curve by knowing what trends in logistics to watch for this year.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

This is our 9th post in our strategic transportation management and logistics series. When selecting a transportation mangement 3PL to aid you in a robust and effective transportation management strategy , defining the rules of engagement is critical to success. Strategic Logistics Management: The Importance of Flexibility.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Shippers face many challenges in successfully delivering products to end-users, and last mile logistics will be a core focus of change in the coming months. By 2018 alone, same-day delivery and last mile logistics will be valued at more than $1.35 Last Mile Logistics Gets Faster Fulfillment. trillion by 2018 as well.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In response, more shippers have ditched their practices of working with carriers directly for third-party logistics provider (3PL) partnerships. However, the continued increasing demands of consumers are driving a shift away from process improvement to customer-focused logistics, and you need to understand how this will impact your operation.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Last mile logistics is among the most misunderstood parts of transportation networks. In addition, growth in e-commerce is radicalizing how shippers view last mile logistics. What Is Last Mile Logistics? . Most often, last mile logistics involves the use of parcel or small package carriers to deliver products to consumers.

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Locus

OCTOBER 7, 2022

However, should a business invest their capital in building and maintaining their solution from scratch, or simply purchase an off-the-shelf solution? To access the complete set of insights, view the webinar here: Watch the Webinar. Below are key takeaways from the session “ Buy vs Build? Holistically consider the costs.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 20, 2017

While automation is poised to revolutionize eCommerce Logistics and last mile delivery, last mile eCommerce will benefit from increased use of white glove logistics services. White Glove Logistics Service Overcome Last Mile eCommerce Challenges. Putting the Last Mile Logistics Picture Together. White glove service.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Not to mention the industry is growing at nearly four times the rate of B2C eCommerce, as distributors like you respond to the growing demand among buyers to purchase online and on-the-go. We’ll also offer tips on how to go about getting started with best practices of execution in an e-commerce logistics practice.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2015

Outsourcing in the supply chain of logistics teams may sound farfetched. Yet in outsourced logistics simply refers to hiring a third-party logistics service, 3PL, to handle the logistics services. Rechannels Logistics. Justin Brands Boots Their In-House Logistics Department to Outsourced Logistics.

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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. Less than two decades ago, the concept of 3rd Party Logistics Companies were relatively unknown.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Logistics technologies are changing how modern retailers operate. Home Depot is revamping their distribution center strategy to include a host of regional centers, and logistics providers stand to reap significant profits from increased collaboration in the marketplace. Benefits of Logistics Technology in E-Commerce.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 15, 2016

Editor's Note: We take a break in listing out the remainder of the Logistics Technology trends for our second post by giving you a guest blog post to include an infographic on why your e-commerce store needs a mobile app. A good 50% cash back on the products purchased within the next two hours was more alluring than you thought.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2015

On June 23, 2015, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) released the “State of Logistics Report,” which happens to be in its 26 th year. Some of the key points within the State of Logistics Report include the cost of logistics in the US, managing capacity, and addressing the trucker shortage.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 25, 2017

Last year, the technology trends in logistics seemed straightforward, and many of our technology predictions came true. Technology in logistics grew beyond imagination in 2016, and you need to understand how and why. The TMS Became More Than What It Was: TMSaaS.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2015

Needs for efficient reverse logistics systems continue to increase as e-commerce claims greater market share, and as so many traditionally functioning businesses grow and inevitably incur increasing volume of returns. This presents opportunities for developing new revenue streams, an exciting challenge to logistics professionals.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 17, 2017

White glove services are the crème de la crème of last mile logistics, and white glove services & last mile logistics work together more than most other parts of your transportation network. Implementing white glove services & last mile logistics strategies requires back-end technology. Shippers must deal with.

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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. Customer expectations and the buying capacity of the purchaser coupled with the cost of substitutes or complementary goods also play an important role. Check out our July Webinar!

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

To unravel the story behind this growth and its complexities, Albert Koto, Head of Mitra supply chain at Bukalapak, one of the biggest e-commerce businesses in Indonesia, got in conversation with Malay Shah, Senior Vice President of India, Middle East, Rest of the World, and Southeast Asia operations in this Locus’ In-Focus webinar series. .

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

Editor’s Note: Almost 14 months ago we wrote one of our most popular posts entitled, “ The History of Supply Chain and Logistics Management ” contained a bit of history, definitions, and a great infographic visually going through the history of supply chain and logistics management. What is a Logistics Framework?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2017

Supply chain logistics providers made significant changes in standard operations in 2016. From ditching age-old tactics of shipping products now, to advancing the capabilities of augmented reality in logistics, our logistics trends highlighted expected improvements in the supply chain, many of which came true.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Kelli Harris, a consultant and recent college graduate in Logistics Management. Today, Kelly shares the top 14 Logistics and Supply Chain Management training programs and courses available in 2016. However, wrong understanding and usage of logistics management is just a waste of time.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The coming year is set to reshape how the logistics tech industry operates. Logistics Tech Will Become Data-Driven. There was a time when logistics was simple shipping processes. But, modern logistics is data-driven , and this concept will become essential to success in 2017. Consumers Will Dictate Logistics Operations.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2016

In the past, retail businesses large and small operated by receiving and storing large shipments of product from distributors or manufacturers, which were then put out on store shelves for purchase. Some smaller businesses can even run all of their operations through platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, and Magento.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

The roles of logistics and procurement in an efficient supply chain cannot be overstated. According to Paul Myerson , reports Industry Week, up 70 percent of a company’s costs come from procurement and logistics operations. This led to subpar purchasing practices and a limited supply chain value.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 2, 2017

of total retail sales furthering the case for shippers to adopt an omnichannel strategy. There is also a rise in people purchasing items online with a smartphone and this has made online shopping even more convenient for people. By 2018, online retail is expected to represent 8.8% We hope that you find it interesting.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from our friend Justin Fox where he discusses the advancement of AI in driverless trucks and if it is safe enough for Logistics. Therefore it will likely be up to each respective logistics firm whether or not AI in driverless trucks are something they want to invest in. Takeaways .

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 25, 2016

Near and far, logistics providers and shippers are renewing their focus on sustainability to build the manufacturing giants of tomorrow. As explained by Bob Trebilcock , sustainability in logistics initiatives are ranked as “very important” for up to 40.6 How Important Is Sustainability in Logistics?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

How technology in logistics grew throughout 2016 is not limited to the technology that delivers products or enables better, faster picking processes. But, you need to understand where the investments focused, how they relate to improving supply chains and why they are essential to omnichannel logistics solutions.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

Unfortunately, this means small and mid-sized shippers, which are already struggling to maintain profitability in logistics and shipping , will face additional struggle in attempting to procure full truckload capacity. The Great Capacity Crunch: The Current State, Future Outlook, & How Shippers Can Thrive in Any Capacity Crunch.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2015

The transportation and logistics industry has mountains of data available, and experts encourage carriers and their customers to embrace data backed business decisions. In the transportation and logistics industry algorithms will begin to enable human decision makers to make better and faster decisions by preforming valuable analysis.

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