DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 26, 2017

The rapid growth of e-commerce has led major online retailers to re-design their supply chain models, according to Mark Montague, DAT senior pricing analyst. Online sales have grown by an average of 15% per year since 2014, said Montague, citing statistics published by eMarketer.com.

Freight 70

Freight Third Party Logistics Modeling Supply Chain Design 70

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 100 satisfied U.S. based transportation and logistics providers. Key Takeaways: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics. According to CSCMP , a Third-Party Logistics Provider (3PL) is a company that provides multiple logistics services for use by customers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 244

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Colombia 244

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 13, 2022

Even before the pandemic, global supply chain were fragile thanks to factors such as the US-China trade war, less efficient shipping routes and a huge drive to cut costs by consolidating loads. Unpacking expected disruptions across the supply chain for manufacturers and distributors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 111

Supply Chain Planning Software Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings 111

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Con-way Announces Enhancements to Driver Pay Package at Con-way Freight. Menlo Logistics Announces Launch of New Brand and Website. North American Freight Numbers July 2014. Note: Descartes, enVista, Kewill, and Manhattan Associates are Talking Logistics sponsors. Song of the Week: “Ana Ng” by They Might Be Giants.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 151

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 151

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Now more so than ever, corporations understand the tremendous impact logistics and transportation can have on their overall business performance and are taking meaningful strides to optimize their supply chain operations. It’s for this reason they outsource this business function to a third party that specializes in this area.

Transportation Management 100

Transportation Management Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies 100

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 290 satisfied U.S. based transportation and logistics providers. Key Takeaways: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics. According to CSCMP , a Third-Party Logistics Provider (3PL) is a company that provides multiple logistics services for use by customers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software 130

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

We found it as a great summation of all the things companies must consider when mastering their supply chain. Many studies state that those who can manage the functions with the supply chain, they have a competitive advantage. Look at these 7 supply chain trends as a guide to better your supply chain today.

Optimal Sourcing 120

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Trends Supply Chain Planning Software 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. Carriers are not shipping as much freight, alluding to pressure relief on the LTL sector.

Capacity 120

Capacity Purchasing Skills Material Savings Price Reduction 120

GlobalTranz

JULY 10, 2015

On June 23, 2015, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) released the “State of Logistics Report,” which happens to be in its 26 th year. Some of the key points within the State of Logistics Report include the cost of logistics in the US, managing capacity, and addressing the trucker shortage.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Report Logistics Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Target Lowers Free Shipping Minimum to $25 for Online Orders. enVista Announces Record Revenue for 2014. December 2014 North American Freight Numbers. ATA Truck Tonnage Index Jumped 1.2% in January.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software Procurement Analytics Logistics 100

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Simply put, this topic is near and dear to my research heart, so when I received a copy of Selecting and Managing a Third Party Logistics Provider Best Practices — a new white paper by J. Paul Dittman, PhD and Kate Vitasek from the University of Tennessee’s Haslam College of Business — I couldn’t wait to read it.

3PL 100

3PL Third Party Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Course 100

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. And more companies are treating Supply Chain Design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise (see Supply Chain Design: Growing Scope, Community, and Collaboration ).

Predictive Analytics Software 120

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Our salute to the best advancements in supply chain technology, processes and labor management from 2017. This is our annual salute to the best in people, processes and technology within the supply chain arena. This is our annual salute to the best in people, processes and technology within the supply chain arena.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software 101

GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

The shipping industry saw growth and expansion in 2014 when compared to the state of the industry since 2008. Shippers are focusing on using dimensional pricing to cut down on wasted space, and consolidation of freight has become the new buzzword. Expansion of the Panama Canal Will Increase Incoming Ocean Freight.

Capacity 120

Capacity Price Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

During the fourth quarter each year, transportation managers and executives can be found budget planning for the year – however this year, supply chain professionals are also faced with myriad matters nationwide that will impact their capacity and carrier rates well into 2017 and beyond. The 2016 Race for the White House.

Benchmarking 100

Benchmarking Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2016

With many folks taking off early for the holiday weekend, I’ll just go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Exporters Wary as Shipping Safety Rule [SOLAS] Kicks In (WSJ – sub. DB Schenker Signs on With uShip Online Freight Platform (WSJ – sub.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software 100

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

This is the first post in an ongoing series on effective KPI management from third party logistics consultant, Chuck Intrieri, of The Lean Supply Chain. . To be unified is to collaborate and trust the shipper/customer Third Party Logistics Service Provider (3PL) relationship. Collaboration.

KPI 120

KPI Negotiating Skills 3PL Optimal Sourcing 120

Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2017

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Walmart Secures Patent for Drones to Carry Products Inside Stores (Digital Trends). January 2017 North American Freight Numbers. NAFTA freight totaled $88.0 NAFTA freight increased from the same month of the previous year. So sad, so senseless.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 102

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 102

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2016

He was one of my instructors at Northeastern as part of the supply chain certificate program I completed almost 15 years ago. The case studies we analyzed and discussed in his class opened my eyes and mind to the beauty of supply chain management, a field that was still relatively new to me at the time.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software Colorado 100

CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 17, 2014

From monitoring carrier capacity and driver shortages to tracking diesel pricing and government regulations, staying current on events in transportation means you will be better equipped to make knowledgeable business decisions and drive growth and efficiency into your supply chain. Large Scale Market Indicators. Carrier Capacity.

Transportation 58

Transportation Industrial Industry Purchasing Skills 58

GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2015

The transportation mode LTL, or Less Than Truckload, has grown to become the predominant, preferred means of freight transportation across the US. Additionally, industry experts and third-party logistics shipping providers ( 3PLs ) find themselves in the difficult position of ensuring the flow of merchandise continues as LTL use grows.

Purchasing Skills 120

Purchasing Skills Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies 120

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Inventory is then put on pallets and shipped as freight. Distributors will inbound to a manufacturer the inventory needed and transportation management, especially inbound freight management, efficiency is paramount to an effective vendor managed inventory model. Cutting the Right Costs with Technology by Sourcing Innovation.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management , dedicated transportation , and supply chain solutions , announced today it has started to take delivery of 125 medium-duty electric panel vans, the first of their kind in North America, now available for lease or rent. Miami, November 2, 2017 —Ryder System, Inc. About Ryder.

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software San Jose 0

Supply Chain Network

APRIL 12, 2014

Almost all of these national fulfillment centres are run as separate operations from retailer’s store distribution networks and a number of them are operated for retailers by third party logistics providers. Advantages, Disadvantages and Benefits – Pick Up Centre / Lockerboxes. Jeff Ashcroft.

Vendor Strategies 101

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction 101

Supply Chain Network

JUNE 14, 2014

Almost all of these national fulfillment centres are run as separate operations from retailer’s store distribution networks and a number of them are operated for retailers by third party logistics providers. Advantages, Disadvantages and Benefits – Pick Up Centre / Lockerboxes. Jeff Ashcroft.

Vendor Strategies 87

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction 87

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2015

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. How are you working with your third party logistics and your own organization to better monitor the 3PL KPIs you've set in place?

KPI 120

KPI 3PL Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction 120

Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2016

At Transplace’s recent Shipper Symposium, a diverse group of shippers, logistics experts and analysts came together to discuss the latest industry trends and obstacles faced by supply chain and transportation professionals, and identify strategies for addressing these issues and improving operations. It was negative in 2015.

Price Reduction 70

Price Reduction Transportation Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 24, 2015

UTi is a global, supply chain services and logistics company with revenue of USD 3.9 The combined company will be one of the world’s strongest transport and logistics networks. Furthermore, DSV will now be truly global within contract logistics and expand into road freight activities outside Europe.

Third Party Logistics 60

Third Party Logistics Africa Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 60

Talking Logistics

MAY 16, 2014

enVista’s Transportation Solutions Practice Attains Record Revenue in First Quarter 2014. Echo Global Logistics, Inc. Acquires One Stop Logistics, Inc. March 2014 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Senate EPW Committee signs off on MAP-21 Reauthorization Act (Logistics Management).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 136

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Mexico Supply Chain Design Software 136

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Today we continue our series on successfully working with a logistics company, often called a third party logistics company by focusing on how to properly understand the success of the engagement by knowing all the key performance indicators that a shipper could put in place.

Six Sigma 120

Six Sigma Logistics Network Optimization Software KPI Company 120

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2015

We continue our series on the most popular blog posts of 2014 in each of our main categories with our very first post of 2014 by featuring another area important to Cerasis and the industry: third party logistics. In fact, if you read our Logistics Philosophy & Approach , you’ll quickly learn why.

3PL 120

3PL Third Party Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Warehousing 120

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

XPO Logistics Announces Third Quarter 2014 Results. Moving on to 3PL news, Transplace announced this week that it has acquired Logistics Management Solutions (LMS) , “a non-asset-based third party logistics provider with particular strength in the chemical and industrial manufacturing sectors.”

Logistics Network Optimization Software 155

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Demand Planning Software 155

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

We trudge on with our top posts from our main blog categories by page view for all of 2014 from the Cerasis blog by featuring another area Cerasis is an expert in: Transportation. Top 16 Most Popular Transportation Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

Expense Reduction 232

Expense Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 232

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Today we finalize our most viewed articles from the Cerasis blog by featuring the most read freight articles published in 2015. Top Supply Chain Articles of 2015. Top Logistics Articles of 2015. Top Freight Articles of 2015. Freight is something that you ship. The 7 Best Events For Freight Shipping in 2015.

Freight 120

Freight Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 17, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog features our March 17, 2023 edition of This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , a synopsis of noteworthy supply chain management focused technology news. This concludes our latest edition of This Week in Supply Chain Tech. All rights reserved.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 52

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

With this varied inventory, plus a large direct sales force in more than 170 countries and an unpredictable sales cycle, effective supply chain management is critical for continued growth. Whirlpool has not always considered logistics a competitive advantage. Taking a Customer-Centric Approach.

Case Study 120

Case Study KPI Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 120

GlobalTranz

MAY 6, 2015

Top management knows that lean can add value , but many still haven’t moved past the initial education stage into full-scale lean supply chain implementation. The Lean Supply Chain is a system of interconnected and interdependent partners that operate in unison to accomplish supply chain objectives.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Lean 120