Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2023

It’s no secret that many consumers now consider the sustainability of a product before purchasing, much like they consider price or quality. When you think of sustainability, you might think of CPG brands practicing ethical sourcing or using recyclable packaging. At the end of 2022, Tesla delivered its first semis to PepsiCo.

Resource Reduction 78

Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing 78

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 18, 2022

Actionable analytics and meaningful logistics intelligence are essential elements in freight. Actionable analytics gather large volumes of data and interpret it in a meaningful way, translating it into effective business strategies. Provide Discounts on Worthy Purchases. Know When to Reinitiate RFPs to Get Better Shipping Costs.

Analytics Software 52

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Procurement Analytics 52

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

What is this going to cost? You could answer them with a purchase order (P.O.) Besides providing fast, thorough answers to customers, today’s ERP, cloud-based SaaS, or 3PL-operated systems enable companies to manage the order lifecycle, control information and cargo flows, and reduce the total cost of goods.

Pricing Training 145

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 21, 2022

Thus, logistics for a retailer begins at the source of the goods and extends to their final destination – the brick-and-mortar store. In order to measure the efficiency of your supply chain, companies must track certain metrics. Metrics help to prioritize activities and improve processes. Supply Chain 4.0

Inventory Reduction 104

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Sustainability is an often-discussed concept that can be a reliable source of differentiation for CPG manufacturers. Shoppers now want to purchase from brands that are congruent with their personal values. Now, when most think of sustainability, they think of ethical sourcing or environmentally friendly packaging.

Vendor Strategies 52

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. Source: Statista.com. The latter was so severe that cargo ships had to run at half their usual capacity. Planning : Processes are designed to reduce emissions and meet demand with ethical sourcing. Ethical sourcing of goods. parts per million.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

A good view into 'Spend Cube' & its components, suppliers, categories sourced, risk arnd sourcing geos (geopolitics etc), commodity price trends that may need forward buying - all roll up to improved upstream SC visibility. #E2E, esp critical upstream where the supply of supply chains begin, must start with the #PO.

Real-time Visibility 52

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 30, 2020

Cargo — Product carried during transportation. Carriage — In maritime shipping, carriage refers to the movement of cargo on a vessel after loading and before unloading. Carriers pick-up cargo from these designated spaces. The metric is used to establish pricing for a transported order. Used in rail and maritime transport.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

tractor fleet and sourcing 100 percent renewable energy by 2030, according to the press release. Unseasonably cold weather in Spain slowed down the growing of peppers, leading to Morrisons limiting purchases to two per customer. British supermarkets source peppers exclusively from Spain during the winter months. million U.S.

Material Savings 202

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

According to a report from The Information , the company is imposing this fee on returns when return options at Whole Foods, Kohl’s, or Amazon Fresh locations are closer or at the same distance as a UPS Store return location. Previously, customers could drop off non-defective or undamaged items at UPS Stores without any cost.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 205

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies San Francisco Price Reduction 205

6 River Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Not only does warehouse optimization result in a healthier bottom line, but it also improves key warehouse metrics like accurate orders and on-time delivery. There are about 10+ measurements on evaluating the efficiency, but all those get consolidated to a single metric called the ‘LPMH’ (lines per man hour).

Optimal Sourcing 81

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies Modeling 81

Freightos

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

The concept of an index, reporting the market price for a specific good, was developed precisely for this reason. As a result, nearly every industry has created on-demand metrics to gauge market performance, hedge risks, and to power intelligent decisions. Sources: FBX and SGX. To optimize choices as costs change.

Optimal Sourcing 238

Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Real-time Visibility Procurement Analytics 238

Unleashed

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This is often done to simplify order fulfilment for products that are frequently purchased together. Reporting Reporting involves the analysis and generation of reports that provide insights into warehouse performance. They come in various sizes and configurations to accommodate different types of cargo.

Inventory Reduction 52

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Many metrics can be used to determine the top 3PL warehousing companies, such as company revenue, the number of warehouses, total warehouse square footage , etc. This compilation is based on the most currently available company revenue data (between 2018 and 2020) without factoring in any other metric. Møller Mærsk Group.

Warehousing 111

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. However, the overall implementation of strategic sourcing is a bit different between the two companies. Moreover, products can be shipped to stores in-time then lost sales is minimal.

Case Study 239

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6 River Systems

APRIL 4, 2019

These technologies also contribute to a rise in big data and analytics in the logistics field. RFID tags and robotic warehouse systems generate and transmit data that, when combined with other data sources, allow companies to optimize the supply chain and make better predictions and forecasts to improve efficiency and boost the bottom line.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 76

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GlobalTranz

MAY 23, 2016

It's also important for shippers to understand the different types of liability insurance, according to Trucker's Report , which includes the following: General liability insurance covers a truck, occupants, and cargo when the truck is not moving. Performance Reviews.

Freight 136

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