The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2012

When you have chosen a 3PL partner, insure that you have an effective Service Level Agreement (SLA) with accompanying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the Service Level of the 3PL. This SLA/KPI has to be negotiated and agreed upon by you and your 3PL partner.This negotiation time can take three (3) to Six (6) months. If you do not want to start at the 3PL as a contact customer with a SLA/KPIs, you can ship your goods and become a public account.

Third Party Logistics 130

Third Party Logistics KPI Logistics Examples 130

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

Q: What will be the role of the freight companies in the supply chain agility? Freight companies and alternate modes are key elements of agile networks. Q: What is the best metric to begin analyzing when starting to evaluate Supply Chain agility? My iphone buzzed on my nightstand. I groaned. I had gotten to bed late. It was 6:00 AM. This was before my wake-up call. I am not a morning person.

Six Sigma 196

Six Sigma Inventory Analysis Supply Chain Strategy 196

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The best logistics companies use measurements (metrics, KPIs, etc.) There should be key process indicators (KPIs) for the most important aspects of freight including: cost, delivery, damage, late fees, billing issues, etc. When evaluating a 3PL, the culture should definitely be considered. Every company has a culture, sometimes called organizational culture or corporate culture. The culture refers to the values and attitudes of employees in the business or organization.

3PL 100

3PL Continuous Improvement Metrics Training 100

Cerasis

JUNE 4, 2015

In the first post our long tme guest blogger, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chai n, gave us 5 core metrics to evaluate supplier performance using supplier quality management and a 4 step process to execute. Review of SQM Metrics and Issues Across 5 Core Industries. #1:

Quality 313

Quality Metrics Industrial Industry 313

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2012

The post Webinar: How to Measure LTL Carrier Performance and Save Money (November 21, 2012) appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics. In this free webinar, participants will learn a methodology for measuring LTL carrier performance. They will also learn specific actions for reducing LTL carrier shipping costs. Webinar topics will include: 1.) Key process indicators (KPI) for the most important aspects of LTL shipping.

KPI 100

KPI Examples Third Party Logistics Metrics 100

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2012

A highly effective shipper will use metrics or key process indicators (KPIs) to monitor logistics performance. Not technology for the sake of technology, but value added tools that streamline the process for moving freight. Highly Effective Shippers. Highly effective shippers are successful because they have developed the right attitude and habits regarding shipping. Below is a list of the 7 habits of highly effective shippers: 1. Strategic view of shipping.

Continuous Improvement 216

Continuous Improvement KPI Shipping Training 216

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 29, 2020

Under this regime, the primary responsible party in the freight market will be the vessel owner or operator. Later in the year 2012, it was further reduced to 3.5% million metric tons annually. will also need to update freight tariffs accordingly. Subscribe Here!

Virgin Islands 64

Virgin Islands Shipping Chemicals United States 64

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

Con-way Freight Raises the Bar on Mexico Service, Adds Door-to-Door Tracking, 24-Hour Customer Resource Center, Enhanced Web Tools. Overcapacity in the global air freight market, increasing customer preference for lower-yielding shipping solutions, and a slowing U.S.

Logistics 176

Logistics Mexico North America Denmark 176

Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2015

According to the press release : The proposed standards are expected to lower CO2 emissions by approximately 1 billion metric tons, cut fuel costs by about $170 billion, and reduce oil consumption by up to 1.8 Here’s an excerpt from the article (emphasis mine): In 2012, IKEA lowered the price of its Textur lamp by 34% after slimming down the number of components to nine from 33. Last Friday, the U.S.

Packaging 172

Packaging DC Sustainability Third Party Logistics 172

Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2015

Transportation optimization is more than moving freight for the lowest cost or a short-term boost in performance; it’s also about continuous improvement delivered through smart, data-driven planning and efficient execution. What key metrics should they be driving for as an organization?

Six Sigma 217

Six Sigma Logistics Continuous Improvement United States 217

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2016

3PLs are being asked by shippers to create better metrics to provide both added understanding and a deeper perspective as to what’s occurring inside their business both yesterday, in real time and tomorrow. Transportation optimization is more than moving freight at the lowest cost or finding a short-term performance boost; it’s about continuous improvement delivered through smart, data-driven planning and efficient execution.

3PL 151

3PL Industrial Industry Six Sigma 151

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

performance metrics to influence vendor behavior and impact sourcing choices. As performance reporting metrics capture vendor performance, the company can substantiate penalties for noncompliance and poor performance, recognize or reward high performers, and incent positive results and consistent behavior. Robinson through the acquisition of Phoenix International Freight Services in 2012.

Phoenix 144

Phoenix Guidelines Cargo DC 144

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Transplace delivered more than 50 customer solutions in 2012 using the CombineNet sourcing technology, in industries including consumer goods, chemicals, manufacturing, and retail.

Mexico 130

Mexico North Dakota Montana Nebraska 130

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 13, 2016

Editor’s note: This post originally ran in 2012. These are costs for supplementary services that are provided in connection with transportation; they are not always included in the freight charge. What you really want are meaningful metrics.

Metrics 48

Metrics Shipping Data Packaging 48