Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Case Study. Transportation rates have been rising over the last couple of years due to factors like the driver shortage, lack of equipment, a capacity crunch, and rising fuel costs. So, to learn more about these challenges and how companies are addressing rate increases, capacity restraints, and other issues, we sponsored a survey.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The comprehensive study, now in its fourth iteration, gathered responses from nearly 200 young professionals under the age of 30. Karyn Troxell, vice president of human resources for Penske Logistics, who participated in the study, is optimistic about the industry's potential. Their fresh perspectives are already reshaping the field.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

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. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of computer chips, Intel needs little introduction. These were to: Reorganize the supply chain. Reduce cost to serve.

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Automotive Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2018

The Spanish automotive manufacturers’ association, Anfac, has just released its annual Maritime Port Logistics Grading study, which identifies Santander (pictured), Sagunto and Pasajes ports as currently the best for vehicle processing in Spain. One aspect the study identified as being key was good road access to ports.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. They were able to take variable costs, fixed costs, transport costs, different transport types and many other options into account. .

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2018

Driver shortage is a major concern for companies striving to improve the performance of their fleet, according to a 2018 global benchmark study , conducted by Descartes, that surveys fleet managers from a wide array of industries and logistics providers. Key Trends Driving Change. The Financial Link.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

That is a key takeaway from the 2019 22nd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study, which was released today by Infosys Consulting, Penn State University, Penske Logistics, and Korn Ferry at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Edge conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Nashville, TN — In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at www.3PLStudy.com

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 11, 2018

Those are some of the key takeaways of the global UPS Pulse of the Online Shopper Global Study issued this week by UPS and comScore Inc. The survey is based on feedback from a comScore survey of more than 18,000 global online shoppers and was issued over the first three quarters of 2017. Looking at the 5-9 p.m. for next day).

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Penske Move Ahead

MAY 28, 2020

retail sales to more than 9%, reflecting a 3,000% increase in e-commerce sales, according to a study by the American Transportation Research Institute. During COVID-19, e-commerce surged, which could create additional changes in shopping habits and transportation needs. ATRI said this has changed equipment requirements.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 8, 2023

Increasingly it is recognized that the executive planning meetings, that typically take place once a month, should be chaired by a top floor executive – a chief financial officer, chief operations officer, or even chief executive officer. Research by McKinsey concludes that all too often IBP is an ineffective process. “In

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Women in Trucking

MARCH 9, 2020

percent of drivers are women, according to the Women In Trucking (WIT) Index, developed in conjunction with the National Transportation Institute (NTI). DriverIQ’s study reveals that total compensation is the top cause for turnover, cited by nearly 60 percent of respondents, company Co-President Lana Batts says.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 11, 2020

In addition to support from Penske Transportation Solutions , this new publication has the backing of major corporations like Daimler Trucks North America , Shell Oil Company and Exelon Corporation. fleets are now transitioning to clean vehicle technologies not just to reduce total cost of ownership but to meet sustainability objectives.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2020

As more industries and businesses prioritise sustainable practices in order to build a greener future, Coyote Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, released the results of its latest proprietary research study titled ‘Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Driving a Smarter, More Sustainable Future.’

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Zebra Technologies , a market leader in rugged mobile computers, barcode scanners and barcode printers enhanced with software and services to enable real-time enterprise visibility, has announced the results of its Future of Fulfillment Vision Study. Key Survey Findings.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. They were able to take variable costs, fixed costs, transport costs, different transport types and many other options into account. .

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3PL Insights

APRIL 20, 2021

This includes storage, handling, transportation and more. Evans distributes a series of customer surveys to track progress. Surveys capture feedback at critical points in a customer relationship: Within 90 days of onboarding a new customer. Within 30 days of exiting a customer. Customer Service Best Practices.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 22, 2021

The study, which surveyed 10,000 consumers across Europe including 2,000 UK consumers, shows the impact that the recent pandemic will have on consumer demand in the long-term. This research, released today, reveals that 79% of UK consumers say the reliability of a retailer’s delivery partner is important.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

On the other hand, however, it has to meet increased customer demands and at the same time master the digitalisation. In logistics, it is also important to transport goods safely and just-in-time over ever longer distances. 70% of those questioned are of this opinion. Logistics benefit from RFID devices and IoT solutions.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2019

The 24th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study for 2020 has been released and it shows a growing success between shippers and their 3PL partners. A higher number of 3PLs, 99%, agree that relationships have generally been successful,” the study says. They are collaborating to accomplish their supply chain goals and improve efficiencies.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

There’s a lot of exception management involved in transportation management - timing of delivery, temperature requirements, etc. Turney Thompson, vice president, Kenco Transportation Management. According to a recent study by Pew Research study, 80% of consumers make online purchases, compared to just 22% in 2000.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Avenues of transport are declining as major cargo airlines, like Cathay Pacific , drastically reduce flights to mainland China and Hong Kong. A recent online survey conducted b y MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics aimed to understand how companies are reacting to the Coronavirus outbreak.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Logistics stakeholders are continuing to digitalize operations—and supply chains—through new technologies that meet customer expectations and keep up with global trade challenges. It can ensure the business’s survival, enabling channels and capabilities to meet the new customer expectation and endure future crises.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 28, 2018

I am kicking off some new research on the Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems market in the next week or so. This will be an update on a study Steve Banker did a few years ago, which looked mostly at the execution space, and how the Uber for Freight model was disrupting the market. Transportation Execution and Visibility.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Studies show that in some areas, around a third of companies that were unable to fill all vacancies did not receive a single application. As studies show, young people place a high value on flat hierarchies and want modern IT systems in their day-to-day work. Small companies are still excluded from supply chain laws in many countries.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 10, 2023

This includes sourcing materials, working with vendors, managing warehouses and transportation, and coordinating with retailers to ensure they can meet the changing demands of consumers while remaining profitable. The company’s survey of Fortune 100 companies showed that 77% have implemented hybrid work schedules.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Designed to deliver enhanced logistics efficiency, hygiene and sustainability for today’s challenged retail supply chains, the Maxinest E-tail also meets the needs of the growing micro-fulfilment sector. Second, it has a very high nesting ratio of 80% meaning return transportation costs and the logistics carbon footprint are minimised.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

To make ends meet, many colleagues also worked second jobs. In fact, a study by LinkedIn found that 70% of employees would not work at a leading company if it meant they had to tolerate a bad workplace culture. It also increased the space utilization of picking carts and transportation. with one of the highest costs of living.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2017

A GT Nexus study found 75 percent of respondents describe digital transformation of the supply chain as “important.”. That same study found only 5 percent of those surveyed were very satisfied with their digital progress so far. The good news is executives are aware of the importance of digital transformation.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Reduced dependency on a single logistics route or shipping company, minimizing the impact of disruptions like port closures or transportation challenge, is also a major benefit of risk diversification. A study by PwC found that 66% of surveyed executives anticipate higher supply chain costs as a result of diversifying away from China.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

It can be challenging for you to decide the best way to transport your products. On the surface, private fleets appear to be the better option, but you must recognize and understand all that goes into running your own transportation. Fewer decisions are bigger than deciding whether to operate a private fleet or outsource.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Road transport is a heavily regulated industry so there are naturally several mandatory training requirements, depending on the work being carried out. There is a legal requirement to meet the 35 hours of training every five years and if uncompleted, this can result in £1,000 fine. 3: Specialist licences. 4: First Aid Training.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 21, 2022

However, if your company has adequate logistics and transportation solutions, geographical location is hardly of importance. Studying the gaps in the market where some demands are left unsatisfied paves the way for creating a product that fills those gaps. Design your research: How do you plan to meet your research objectives?

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Compactor Management Company

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

According to a study conducted by the National Multifamily Housing Council , over 50% of apartment complexes in the United States now offer trash collection services. The same study found that tenants are willing to pay an average of $25 per month for the service.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recently, a Grand View Research study shows that the cold chain market was estimated at USD 233.2 Comparatively, shippers are also using more cold chain services to preserve the shelf life of their products, even when temperature-controlled transportation isn’t needed. billion in 2022. percent from 2023 to 2030.

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