Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

The energy crisis in China and the European conflict are bringing additional chaos in the form of production shutdowns, raw material shortages and blocked shipping lanes. Gordon Food Services Conquers the Last Mile ; Chris Cunnane. Steve Banker and Chris Cunnane. When does a technology really grow? When it is attached to a need.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

According to FreightWaves, the FreightTech 100 2023 is “[…] a selection of the most innovative companies in the freight technology space.” Freight Rail and Union Members Reach Tentative Agreement. Cost of Flour, Consumer Goods, Remains High. UPS Sets High Bar for Peak Season Hiring Goals.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2021

Previously, some Prime members could get Amazon Fresh orders and Whole Foods deliveries dropped off in their garage, but only if they lived in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle. The agreement will help businesses that sell on Adobe’s platform offer free two-day shipping and other services, such as easy returns.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In today’s blog we’re taking a look at what this means for shipping costs, and how retailers can fortify their operations against price hikes. Why are shipping costs growing? Response of shipping companies. Shipping costs hit an all-time high earlier this year. Fuel accounts for about 21 percent of carrier expenses.

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ShipBob

MAY 21, 2020

The data is aggregated from over 3,000 ecommerce merchants who collectively ship out millions of items every month through ShipBob’s fulfillment centers. Although grocery stores are still open, people are looking for a way to stay stocked up on food and other essentials. Connor Young, Founder & CEO of Ample Foods.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Cross docking is an option to consider if you’re thinking about ways to streamline your supply chain – it’s a popular distribution system for fast-moving consumer goods, but can be used in a variety of other industries. As the name suggests, this means the goods are shipped directly from the manufacturer to the end customer.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 15, 2019

This form of sourcing is typically used for simple components or cheap consumer goods such as t-shirts — poor stitching on t-shirts pose a less serious consequence than a minor mistake on a computer battery! Shipping costs. Builds consumer confidence. Reaping the benefits of international sourcing. Shorter lead time.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? You also must factor in shipping the products to / from the co-packer. If you import / export products by air or sea freight, consider a co-packer close to an airport or sea port.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? You also must factor in shipping the products to / from the co-packer. If you import / export products by air or sea freight, consider a co-packer close to an airport or sea port.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? You also must factor in shipping the products to / from the co-packer. If you import / export products by air or sea freight, consider a co-packer close to an airport or sea port.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? You also must factor in shipping the products to / from the co-packer. If you import / export products by air or sea freight, consider a co-packer close to an airport or sea port.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? You also must factor in shipping the products to / from the co-packer. If you import / export products by air or sea freight, consider a co-packer close to an airport or sea port.

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Savi

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Supply Chain Challenges: Freight Volume Rising, Driver Shortage Growing The shipping industry plays a critical role in world economics. Its immense power stems from its ubiquity–in every sector, you will find shipping and a supply chain. The white line is consumer goods, minus food and energy.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Andrew Lynch is President and Co-Founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. This looks like increasing order visibility and analyzing performance data using shipping intelligence software. Perform a network analysis.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

A freight broker manages transportation between a shipper and the carriers that will deliver it. They manage the shipping operation by utilizing a network of carriers that they have built relationships with. Whatever the size of your business or type of product, a freight broker can provide a shipping option for you.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more and more consumers ordering chocolate online, logistics become an even bigger challenge. While many chocolate makers stop shipping chocolate during the warmer summer months, consumers don’t want to give up on their favorite treat. Shipping chocolate by air freight always involves risks for the quality of the products.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more and more consumers ordering chocolate online, logistics become an even bigger challenge. While many chocolate makers stop shipping chocolate during the warmer summer months, consumers don’t want to give up on their favorite treat. Shipping chocolate by air freight always involves risks for the quality of the products.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more and more consumers ordering chocolate online, logistics become an even bigger challenge. While many chocolate makers stop shipping chocolate during the warmer summer months, consumers don’t want to give up on their favorite treat. Shipping chocolate by air freight always involves risks for the quality of the products.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more and more consumers ordering chocolate online, logistics become an even bigger challenge. While many chocolate makers stop shipping chocolate during the warmer summer months, consumers don’t want to give up on their favorite treat. Shipping chocolate by air freight always involves risks for the quality of the products.

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Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more and more consumers ordering chocolate online, logistics become an even bigger challenge. While many chocolate makers stop shipping chocolate during the warmer summer months, consumers don’t want to give up on their favorite treat. Shipping chocolate by air freight always involves risks for the quality of the products.

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Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

POS displayers and other packaging material can be stored flat and assembled shortly before shipping. This applies to road transportation as well as sea and air freight. Sometimes more expensive, lighter materials are more cost effective to transport and have a positive overall impact on the cost of goods. Transportation.

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Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

POS displayers and other packaging material can be stored flat and assembled shortly before shipping. This applies to road transportation as well as sea and air freight. Sometimes more expensive, lighter materials are more cost effective to transport and have a positive overall impact on the cost of goods. Transportation.

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Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

POS displayers and other packaging material can be stored flat and assembled shortly before shipping. This applies to road transportation as well as sea and air freight. Sometimes more expensive, lighter materials are more cost effective to transport and have a positive overall impact on the cost of goods.

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Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

POS displayers and other packaging material can be stored flat and assembled shortly before shipping. This applies to road transportation as well as sea and air freight. Sometimes more expensive, lighter materials are more cost effective to transport and have a positive overall impact on the cost of goods.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

I had the opportunity to be in China in the 1990s till the early 2000s to see the expansion of manufacturing of Electronics and Consumer goods. The products were customized and shipped direct to store or consumers from China in what is now known as B2B and B2C models. What challenges facing the world are important to you?

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 22, 2022

CEO Doug McMillon indicated at the time that consumers were being impacted by the effects of high inflation and were purchasing more affordable food and groceries, shunning discretionary purchases. Executives indicated a swift reversal of shopper buying behaviors continuing, with even less demand for discretionary goods.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 3, 2022

Output for consumer goods reportedly had the second-strongest expansion while output for investment and intermediate goods performed weaker. Commerce Department figures indicate that, adjusted for inflation, consumer spending on furnishings, appliances and other household equipment in Q1 was 5.1 from a value of 56.5

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2023

What a whirlwind the 2022 Freight Market was – we saw inflation, fuel prices, and freight rates hit record highs. China is the world’s largest producer and exporter of consumer goods. Disruptions across the Chinese manufacturing sector are likely to impact the global supply chain of goods and the world’s economy. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 18, 2023

The number of vessels waiting to cross the Panama Canal has reached 154, and slots for carriers to book passage are being reduced in an effort to manage congestion caused by ongoing drought conditions that have roiled the major shipping gateway since the spring. The current wait time to cross the canal is now around 21 days. 11 release.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 7, 2018

Even giants like General Mills, Tyson Foods, and Campbell have reported strained budgets due to a rise in transportation costs over the past few months. Producers of consumer goods have the added complication of strict retail and grocery delivery standards. Most all shippers have felt the recent tightening in capacity.

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 25, 2017

Harvey Will Affect Fuel Prices and Freight Transportation. Meanwhile, oil refineries and drilling platforms are also located in the hurricane's path, as are several seaports and the Houston Ship Channel, so analysts expect an impact on fuel prices and cargo transportation, respectively, according to Bloomberg.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 15, 2021

containers are received rom China for every container shipped. Labor shortages abound for road freight. The Freight Rates for a 40 foot container from China to the west coast of the United States is quadruple the price of a year ago. Impact of Global Shipping on On-time Deliveries. Logistics Infrastructure Issues.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2022

Waymo’s self-driving trucks will deliver home goods for Wayfair. US port backups are extending into freight rail supply chains. Earlier this week, Waymo , announced that it will deliver home goods for Wayfair using its fleet of autonomous semi-trailer trucks. Amazon plans two Prime shopping events this year.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

However, the longer the conflict continues, the greater the likelihood of severe impacts for a broader range of manufacturing industries, potentially including automotive, consumer goods, healthcare , and other sectors. That spells big trouble ahead for food producers and agricultural enterprises reliant on such commodities.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2022

IBM and Maersk abandon ship on TradeLens blockchain. billion consumers isn’t immune to Chief Executive Officer Andy Jassy’s cost-reduction campaign. The company said it is exiting meal deliveries as well as a service providing bulk doorstep deliveries of packaged consumer goods to small businesses.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Thanks to the ability to track the location of items in real-time during shipping, companies can deliver excellent customer service by providing customers with accurate delivery estimates and real-time location information. Weighing and shipping technologies. According to McKinsey & Company, 65% of consumable goods in the U.S.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

From a warehouse management system ( WMS ) that gives you better visibility and control to offering an end-to-end managed freight program – ShipBob’s solutions help you enhance communication and collaboration throughout the supply chain. CPFR is most commonly used in the consumer goods and food and beverages industries.

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