Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Infor and Integration Point Partner to Create Comprehensive, Network-based Global Trade Management Solution. CX North America Expands Driver Mobile App with Digital Proof of Delivery Update. Manhattan Associates Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Performance. Shipping with Amazon. and FedEx Corp.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

GEON Performance Solutions purchases plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. GEON Performance Solutions is a global leader in plastic compounded solutions and the leading brand in polyvinyl chloride compounds. These plants, in turn, produce roughly 2000 products.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

This action represents a reported 77 percent premium to the company’s closing stock price on November 22, 2022, the last full trading day prior to media reports involving a potential transaction. The announcement further coincides with Coupa Software’s report of fiscal third quarter financial performance.

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Vinculum

APRIL 29, 2022

As per the Cross Border e-commerce market report 2022-2030, The information has made an in-depth analysis of growth, size, segments, and the cross-border e-commerce market share crystal-clear. The report has made a forecast analysis to handle the market from a broader perspective. Such a report is always good to handle.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 9, 2022

In your personal life, you can use a variety of devices to make purchases—from your phone to your smart TV, it’s all possible within whatever device you’re using. In fact, today you can procure freight rates from your transportation providers right in your TMS. Cost savings in loose markets. Route guide failure. Save money.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

Prime Membership: Amazon Prime – Subscription service offering benefits such as free two-day shipping, access to Prime Video, Prime Music, and exclusive deals. Pharmacy: Amazon Pharmacy – Online service for purchasing prescription medications with home delivery. Billion US Dollars), followed by Europe and potentially Asia.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Contractor ( @FarokGlobalBiz ), a Distinguished Professor of Management & Global Business at Rutgers University, we can thank the global supply chain for many of the food items we will consume — including the turkey. He’s not just referring to today’s global supply chain, but to historical global supply chains as well.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. surcharge on shipments to domestic packages shipped to remote ZIP codes. FedEx Launches Consolidated Returns Service.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 30, 2020

What does this mean for trade and manufacturing in North America? The North American Auto Industry. of the material used to make the vehicle produced in North America. The new agreement raises that number to 75% which would reduce the amount of materials purchased from competing countries like Germany and Japan.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 23, 2023

Today’s customer expectations demand fast and accurate shipping, no matter where they shop online. This year over 20% of purchases are expected to take place online , compared to 17.8% Same-day delivery and last-mile logistics in North America is estimated to grow by $62.71 How much does last-mile delivery cost?

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

In fact, it will not be a stretch to say that climate change is currently the biggest threat that global supply chains are facing today and is responsible for shortages and disruptions in several industries. billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. parts per million, in comparison to the 1960 levels of 316.91

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Vinculum

APRIL 8, 2020

in the global e-commerce revenue from 2017 to 2021. When seller brands dream of penetrating the international e-commerce markets, they usually picture North America – and they have justifiable reasons for this: As of 2018, the average revenue per online shopper is the highest for the United States. The land of e-commerce.

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

At the same time, the supply chain specialists are expanding across Europe and even into North America. A decade of internal costsaving measures at Boston Scientific has led to creative, state-of-the-art solutions such as a genetic algorithm that calculates the optimum packaging size to minimise the amount of empty space being shipped.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Trucking Companies Boost Big-Rig Orders on Rising Shipping Demand (WSJ – sub. Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program (Commercial Carrier Journal). As reported by the Wall Street Journal : United Parcel Service Inc. Dockworkers Walk Out of Labor Talks (WSJ – sub. Growing length of U.S.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Demand for last-mile delivery is soaring and is expected to grow by 78% globally by 2030.- The last mile delivery market size in North America is expected to grow by USD 59.81 82 percent of the global last-mile delivery market growth will originate from the US. billion and record a CAGR of 15.99% during 2021-2025.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 20, 2020

If you’re currently shipping less than truckload (LTL) or underutilized truckload freight, a retail consolidation program might be the answer you need. The right shipping strategy is vital to ensure your products are where they need to be when they need to be there, especially in times of disruption.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

With every link of the supply chain impacting businesses both large and small, keeping up with the globally disrupted supply chain evolution is a recipe for whiplash. Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Dealing with the Shipping Container Crisis. Deloitte Global). Chain Store Age ).

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RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

Global supply chains are embracing mobile software solutions. The use of mobile devices in the global supply chain is growing in popularity every day. MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4%

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RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

Global supply chains are embracing mobile software solutions. The use of mobile devices in the global supply chain is growing in popularity every day. MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4%

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Logility

APRIL 27, 2015

Here is where having a data model reflective of your market and business model can set the organization on an upward trajectory. Information on merchandise, customer attributes, detail sales history, as well as other market intelligence about trends and the ability to integrate all of them into an analytic framework is essential.

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Requis

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

The 2020 edition of the US Chamber of Commerce Global Energy Institute’s report on energy security risk couldn’t be more clear: “Countries around the world must still diversify their energy sources, suppliers, and routes to reduce vulnerability to shocks and political manipulation.” ” Other sources agree.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 3, 2016

And this week, Reuters reported that Walmart is “six to nine months from beginning to use drones to check warehouse inventories in the United States.” The company demonstrated the use of drones to reporters this week at one of its distribution centers.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 17, 2014

This month’s Market Update highlights key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America and will keep you up to speed on the latest news and topics that matter to your supply chain and business. IHS Automotive reported that registrations of new class 8 trucks climbed 16.7%—for Large Scale Market Indicators.

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Freightera

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Deglobalization will accelerate, and reshoring and localization of manufacturing will continue 2023 has seen a severe freight recession, especially in North America, with significant overcapacity and declining rates for ocean shipping as well. to global websites for international organizations and businesses.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 28, 2022

Specific aspects of managing inventory include procurement, storage, and utilisation tracking. In 2021, the global demand value in North America for spare parts and consumables relating to maintenance and operations reached over USD 150 billion. Moreover, purchasing teams can leverage bulk orders to get a better price.

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Multichannel Merchant

AUGUST 26, 2022

GPS Platform Services encompasses a full suite of capabilities, including short-term storage, B2B and DTC fulfillment, returns processing and post-purchase experience. This week, Macy’s reported a 5% drop in ecommerce sales but said it’s up 19% from pre-pandemic levels, representing 30% of revenue. in a LinkedIn post.

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ShipBob

MAY 19, 2022

For SMBs that plan to expand internationally, it’s crucial to have a better understanding of global ecommerce and how it’s grown over the years. In this guide, we take an in-depth exploration of what global ecommerce is, how it’s evolved over the years, and what the future holds. What is global ecommerce? Let’s dive in.

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ToolsGroup

MAY 18, 2022

Supply chain shortages, global events, and inflation all make it harder than ever for companies to accurately predict customer demand. The shutdown resulted from a federal investigation following four cases of infant bacterial infections in babies who consumed formula from the plant, with the FDA reporting two deaths.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Supply chain visibility is paramount in today’s interconnected and globalized world, enabling companies to make informed decisions, optimize operations, and enhance customer satisfaction. The global pandemic exposed how vulnerable supply chains are to disruptions. Certain shipping lines are investing in the last mile companies.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

West Coast ports, and data related to increased adoption of robotics for North America production needs. According to a published report by The New York Times , ( Paid subscription or metered view ) GlobalFoundries will dedicate a portion of its production capacity specifically to produce semiconductor devices for General Motors needs.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2023

This contract is characterized as the single largest private-sector collective bargaining agreement in North America. That compares to a reported starting rate of $15.50 Tentative Deal Reached This morning, industry supply chain teams across the U.S. more per hour in 2023, and $7.50 UPS Teamster drivers classified as 22.4s

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The world of shipping management and logistics continues to evolve as market conditions change. Maersk , a global leader in transportation, supply chain and logistics management, and general freight, announced February 9, 2022, “The intended acquisition of Pilot Freight Services (Pilot), a leading U.S.-based

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 17, 2023

What’s the real cost of inaccurate inventory management? IHL Services, a global research and advisory firm, estimates that inventory distortion — the combined cost of lost sales from out-of-stocks, along with the deep discounts required to sell overstocks — will drive a $1.77 The post Inventory Distortion Will Cost Retailers $1.77

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 10, 2017

Anyway, I’m on borrowed time again this morning, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Kewill and LeanLogistics Rebrand as BluJay Solutions, Unveil World’s First Global Trade Network. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2017 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. WSJ – sub.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The McKinsey report “How COVID-19 is changing consumer behaviour – now and forever”, bluntly illustrates how this change occurred more quickly and seismically than anyone predicted – so fast that it’s apparent the capacity to adapt had always been there. . How do you begin? .

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 21, 2023

North America segment operating income was $3.2 The online retailer has further trimmed its warehousing, logistics and facility operating costs. The company recently restarted a shipping service for hosted retail companies that was suspended during the Covid-19 pandemic. reported a 6.4 The service, aimed at U.S.

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QAD

MARCH 5, 2020

The assumption is that for given functions in a company, there is an optimal level of cost vs productivity that is achieved simply by the assignment of a percentage budget cut. Companies that had different operational processes in everything from accounts payable to shipping and receiving. So why was the ERP project transformational?

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