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. With Amazon in mind, Wal-Mart to offer free shipping for 30 days (Reuters). Infor Acquires Predictix.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 15, 2016

XPO Logistics Trucking Subsidiaries Sued Over Driver Classification (WSJ – sub. Pitney Bowes Expands Shipping Logistics Portfolio with Acquisition of Enroute Systems Corporation. Elemica Honored With Third Patent for Next Generation Supply Chain Network. Note: Elemica and JDA Software are Talking Logistics sponsors.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

GameStop expects fewer price markdowns with ship from store service ( Dallas Business Journal ). Descartes Reports Fiscal 2016 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. Now, we’re shipping from stores. Finally, both Descartes and JDA Software highlighted their strong momentum heading into 2016.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Robinson Reports Third Quarter Results. Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2016 Results. August 2016 North American Freight Numbers. But I will repeat this: Simplicity-as-a-Service is why the business models of third-party logistics providers, software vendors, and consultants are converging today.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2016

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: DHL Supply Chain acquires Italian Group MIT Safetrans. Wal-Mart’s next move against Amazon: More warehouses, faster shipping (Reuters). Denmark’s DSV eyes more big acquisitions in fragmented freight market (Reuters).

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2016

Logistics companies help manufacturers and shippers improve customer service and satisfaction, global expertise in trade, reduce risk, enable rapid expansion and start-up, and reduce current and future costs. Recently, the Global Supply Chain Institute published a guide, “ Selecting and Managing a Third-Party Logistics Provider.”

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2016

However, Amazon is shaking up the mix by seeking to make today’s e-commerce practices obsolete, and shipping and logistics providers need to understand why. Customers have the option to have products shipped to home or the store, and this eliminates any confusion about how much space is needed within each store.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 8, 2016

Amazon expands logistics reach with move into ocean shipping (Reuters – Jan 2016). Amazon to compete with Fedex, UPS and Alibaba with secret ‘Dragon Boat’ plan, report says (GeekWire – Feb 2016). Amazon Partners with Atlas Air Worldwide for Cargo Services (WSJ – May 2016). Why should you care?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 13, 2020

Based in Huntsville, Alabama, Fulfyld has offered e-commerce fulfillment services for every step of the supply chain since 2016. Fulfyld integrates directly with e-commerce marketplaces and shopping carts to simplify your shipping process. We ship same-day, every day, for one flat-rate.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

As recently as 2016, the state of e-commerce logistics triggered a rush to expand warehousing. International shipping and fulfillment grew more complex with time, and the demand for more efficient operations replaced the need to develop services. Offer customized, personalized products and services.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2017

Supply chain logistics providers made significant changes in standard operations in 2016. From ditching age-old tactics of shipping products now, to advancing the capabilities of augmented reality in logistics, our logistics trends highlighted expected improvements in the supply chain, many of which came true.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Too Much Inventory Will Make Restoring Shipping Profits Difficult. Unfortunately, slight contractions in the global economy in 2015 and 2016, reflecting the unrest seen in China and Germany, resulted in the scale back of purchasing by consumers.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 27, 2017

Predictions for transportation management in 2016 highlighted growing stress and concern. Trucking Regulations Exploded in 2016. There were many trucking regulations set to come up for discussion and possible passage by Congress in 2016, but the actual number supersedes even the modest of predictions. and 5 a.m.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 22, 2018

E-Commerce Will Force Increases in Parcel Spend Management and Parcel Freight Rates The impact of e-commerce on parcel is undisputed, and according to Jean Regan of TranzAct , it helped FedEx and UPS grow 6 percent in the first half of 2016. The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 25, 2017

Technology in logistics grew beyond imagination in 2016, and you need to understand how and why. We expected Amazon to make progress with drone delivery, and the ideas of autonomous vehicles (AVs) were promising, but guess what happened in 2016? Thus, more inventors stepped up to the plate in 2016. . The Big Picture.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2016

With the expansion of the industry in the past few decades, especially during times of record-breaking growth, as explained by the 2016 Third-Party Logistics Study , more third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) have risen. Logistics and Freight Economy: Putting It All Together.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 16, 2017

percent during the third quarter of the year, followed by a heightened holiday shopping season. Yet, the overall economy saw fewer sales throughout 2015 and 2016 than predicted. Thus, the volume of existing shipping containers did not change much. Meanwhile, the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) rose 3.5

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

Traditional supply chains ship cases, pallets and trucks; but not the EACH. With the dawn of eCommerce, companies must now ship the EACH. We how have the endless aisle with the need to ship the EACH. Their processes cannot ship and track the EACH and the outsourcing to third-party logistics is too expensive.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

2016 - $7 billion. Transportation management systems are evolving to include information before products were even shipped, such as manufacturing or warehousing data. In-transit visibility, or the ability to see exactly where a product is at during shipping, is being enhanced at phenomenal rates, reports Business 2 Community.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2016

The shipping industry saw growth and expansion in 2014 when compared to the state of the industry since 2008. Unfortunately, the capacity crunch is real, and shippers need to know how to face the prospects of a slower 2016 to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers and partner businesses. Fleets Are Expanding.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Jane Sandifeer , VP Business Solutions at Advanced Shipping Technologies. When it comes to TMS for third party logistics providers, scalability, flexibility, and ease-of-use are as important — if not more — than features and functions. Michael Bartz , CIO at ReTrans.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Let's take an in-depth look at procurement’s new and bigger and exciting role in the modern manufacturing and shipping industry. How Does Procurement Play Into the Use of Artificial Intelligence and Automation in 2016? How Much Will Procurement Grow in 2016? Procurement Trends Infographic: What Does 2016 Hold?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 21, 2016

As a result, warehouses can ship more packages. Predictive, Real-Time Analytics Are King of eCommerce Logistics Strategy. The eCommerce consumer expects free shipping, fast delivery, and hassle-free returns, asserts the E li Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Following this, Mr. Welty purchased a WMS company which became the platform upon which he created a different business called Quiet Logistics, a third-party logistics company focused on picking ecommerce orders with robotic technology. Locus was separated out of Quiet in 2016 and became its own company.

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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. Amazon Prime and Its Impact on Delivery Speed One of the most significant developments in Amazon’s logistics strategy was the introduction of Amazon Prime.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 30, 2016

Value added services are not necessarily reminiscent of logistics service providers. For example, value-added service may include perks when shipping a large quantity of products on a recurring basis. Collaboration is poised to be one of the biggest, if not the biggest, trend for logistics service providers to focus on in 2016.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2017

There was a lot of shipping-related news this week. At launch, eBay will guarantee delivery in 3 days or less on 20 million eligible items – millions of which will offer free shipping. percent increase from January 2016. billion from January 2016 to January 2017. NAFTA freight totaled $88.0 Looking at U.S.-Mexico

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In fact, in November 2016, a survey of shippers published by the Journal of Commerce found that shippers didn’t “appear to believe capacity will tighten considerably in advance of a federal electronic logging mandate for all interstate truck drivers scheduled to take effect next December 1.” There are No Crystal Balls.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

As I wrote back in August 2016 in Amazon: Disruptor or Distraction? ” This is just stating the obvious. Not only has increased demand for parcels benefitted the providers of parcel services through increased volume, it has also changed the relationship between players in the market.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

Consider the many shippers who have outsourced transportation management and other logistics functions to third-party logistics (3PL) providers the past few years. third party logistics industry was at a healthy 4.5 percent from 2013-2016. Here are the details. The growth of the U.S.

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RFgen

APRIL 18, 2018

Before we explore the key takeaways from last year’s holiday shopping season, let’s first look at the raw results , based on reports from the National Retail Federation: Sales were higher than in 2016, reaching $691.9 billion, which exceeded expectations. Online and other non-store sales increased by 11.5

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RFgen

APRIL 18, 2018

Before we explore the key takeaways from last year’s holiday shopping season, let’s first look at the raw results , based on reports from the National Retail Federation: Sales were higher than in 2016, reaching $691.9 billion, which exceeded expectations. Online and other non-store sales increased by 11.5

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2016

Retailers and consumer goods manufacturers are investing heavily in omni-channel in 2016. Most retail and consumer goods warehouses and distribution centers were originally set up to ship bulk replenishments to stores. Omni-channel and the DC. This may require a combination of item picking and replenishment processes.

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TMC

JANUARY 28, 2016

The flood of migrants into Europe that began in 2015 continues to be a major international issue in 2016. How has the crisis affected the logistics of moving product across the region, especially at highly congested border crossings? This information helps shipping managers understand the costs of this type of risk.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2016

To be able to deal with tariffs and customs, many supply chain companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers who help them manage in-country transportation, distribution, and warehousing. Unfortunately, 2016 does not seem promising where an increase of volumes is concerned.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Supply chain managers constantly face problems that can hinder their ability to quickly and efficiently ship products. The most advanced systems, such as voice-picking solutions, can ensure almost perfect order accuracy, which reduces costly returns, and can improve employee productivity and speed of shipping and delivery.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Supply chain managers constantly face problems that can hinder their ability to quickly and efficiently ship products. The most advanced systems, such as voice-picking solutions, can ensure almost perfect order accuracy, which reduces costly returns, and can improve employee productivity and speed of shipping and delivery.

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