Talking Logistics

MAY 12, 2017

It was a very busy week in the world of supply chain and logistics, so let’s go straight to the news that caught my attention: FLEXE Launches Nationwide Next-Day Delivery. Konexial And Cloud Logistics Partner To Produce Groundbreaking Goload Service. March 2017 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI).

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2017

Anyway, speaking of Amazon, it tops the list of the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon’s new refunds policy will ‘crush’ small businesses, outraged sellers say (CNBC). CommonSense Robotics raises $6M seed round to make on-demand logistics affordable for all retailers (TechCrunch).

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2017

2017 started right where 2016 left off: with plenty of supply chain and logistics news. Uber Freight Just Launched and Trucking Will Never Be the Same (Inverse). Radiant Logistics Announces Plan to Acquire Canada-Based Lomas Logistics. October 2016 North American Freight Numbers. Happy New Year!

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Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2017

It’s a bike ride I’m participating in as part of my training for our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team ride this September in support of JDRF. Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Wal-Mart Will Punish Its Suppliers for Delivering Early (Bloomberg). CX North America Releases Freight Vision Mobile App.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2017

I’m running short on time, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon patented a highway network that controls self-driving cars and trucks (Recode). Trucking Freight Brokers to Merge Under Private-Equity Deal (WSJ – sub. November 2016 North American Freight Numbers.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Introducing Amazon Key, a New Level of Delivery Convenience for Prime Members. Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2017 Results. Logistically Partners with SMC3 to Augment API’s with RateWare XL and CarrierConnect XL. in September.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

According to Logistics Management, more parcel carriers are moving heavier parcel shipments to less-than-truckload freight in e-commerce because they’re overwhelmed. This creates a wonderful opportunity for shippers to eliminate the middleman costs by considering the use of less-than-truckload freight options for e-commerce.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

According to Eric Rice of Supply Chain 24/7, e-commerce growth in 2017 grew faster than it has since 2011. Supply chain leaders need to understand why logistics fundamentals will continue to shape e-commerce shipping strategy. In other words, filling more orders is great, but it still requires significant use of logistics resources.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Last month, I attended and spoke at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference , where I learned many things about the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry. Back to the main conference, I gave a keynote presentation titled “Keep Your Breadcrumbs Behind My GeoFence: Why Fleet & Freight Visibility Matters.”.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Mr. Eberle is the vice president of logistics and distribution operations at Molex. Those shipments can move directly to customers or move to several regional distribution centers (DCs) that serve as forward inventory locations and consolidation hubs servicing customers and channel partners. Molex Realizes it Needs Better Visibility.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2017

In the below article I propose to have a look at the main benefits and advantages of the cloud-based logistics management. Each industry has its peculiarities, among the others, in the logistics, manufacturing, and supply. It incorporates your resources from every stage of the logistic process in the real-time.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The VP of Supply Chain and Logistics at our house (aka my wife) has been out of the country this week. I have to go to the grocery store again today to replenish our inventory (yeah, I don’t shop for groceries online; as the son of a bodegero, I’m old fashioned that way.). Hurricane Michael: How Can Logistics Professionals Help?

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Harry Drajpuch and Joe Lynch discuss leading a logistics biz turnaround. Throughout his long, successful career, Harry has led multiple logistics business turnarounds. Harry Drajpuch is a 30+ year logistics industry executive with a breadth of executive management experience. Europe and Asia.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub. And with that, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Walmart Toughens Delivery Demands for Suppliers (WSJ – sub.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The ”end” they refer to – whether it’s forwarding, fulfillment, or platforms for B2B or B2C sales – remains fairly ambiguous, spanning an acquisition of fashion logistics company HUUB in September 2021 to an investment in rapid fashion production company Unmade. Accelerating the shift. Image via StarAir.dk). Enter Big Tech.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

How is the logistics and supply chain management industry evolving – and what developments do you need to consider? Now they’re within the grasp of many organisations with a logistics or warehouse function. In fact, investor funding for this technology has ballooned since 2017 , growing from US$0.1 billion to $5.6

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Talking Logistics

JULY 8, 2016

It was a relatively quiet week for supply chain and logistics news, with robots and weak freight demand dominating the headlines. Air cargo firms feel the pressure from plunge in freight prices (Reuters). They pull data from both sides and communicate any surges in orders or depleted inventory. percent from 3 percent.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Our salute to the best advancements in supply chain technology, processes and labor management from 2017. Click the links below to compare this year's innovations to those from previous years: Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more. Media Image.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

As the nation turns its attention to reasons for gratitude this Thanksgiving season, we here at UltraShipTMS, the Supply Chain Collaborator blog and the logistics industry in general have more than the usual reasons to be thankful. Here are some of the positive indicators supporting our exuberance during Thanksgiving 2017.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2016

We release our second e-book today by focusing on strategic logistics and transportation management creates a competitive business advantage for shippers. You can download our first e-Book, "The Future Of Supply Chain, Logistics & Manufacturing: How Technology Is Transforming Industries" here.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

Before diving into this week’s supply chain and logistics news, I want to share a couple of quick news items of our own. First, for all of you who have asked for podcast versions of our Talking Logistics episodes , they are now available on our iTunes Podcast channel ! DOT Releases 30-Year Freight Projections.

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Resilinc

APRIL 30, 2024

Flooded or closed roadways, bridges, and overpasses can delay freight, rail, and even air cargo. Significant flooding and damage can force logistics companies to find new and longer routes. #3 3 Higher freight rates Hurricanes can reduce truck capacity as carriers divert resources to aid relief efforts.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 20, 2018

From import space and export space tightening up and a hot drayage market causing capacity constraints to volatile air freight rates – international transportation has had its share of challenges the last 10-12 months. In addition, looking back to the summer of 2017, the June-August peak that typically happens was slower than anticipated.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure Team (LL4T1DCure) raised just under $43,000 for the cause! Moving on, here’s this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: IBM, Walmart, university to put Chinese food products on blockchain (Reuters). R2 Freight & Logistics, Inc. FedEx to invest $1.5

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Freightos

JANUARY 8, 2017

11 Ways Tech Will Change Logistics in 2017. This year, supply chains reached Silicon Valley (and not just in the form of logistics startups ). This year, supply chains reached Silicon Valley (and not just in the form of logistics startups ). Tech companies, not logistics companies, are making driverless trucks a reality.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2017

Supply Chain Easy Tip for 2017 – A Must for Roosters. Here’s a quick tip for you to boost your Supply Chain performance in 2017. Chinese New Year is on 28 th January 2017). Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA) is poor leading to stock outs and backorders. All the best for you and your Supply Chain in 2017.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 21, 2017

Integration Enhances Inventory Control Through Better End-to-End Visibility. In fact, the Cerasis Rater can identify instances of overbilling and overpayment, request appropriate refunds and catalog weekly freight payments due in a simple, easy-to-read report. Both Inbound and Outbound Logistics Benefit From Implementing a TMS.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Strategic moves among logistics providers. Manufacturers and retailers welcome the ongoing consolidation in the fragmented logistics industry. they want logistics service providers to offer full service on a global scale and are demanding more technological innovation. 29 | Facts & Figures: Logistics Outsourcing.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

We will delve into what will set third-party logistics providers apart in the coming year, and what to expect as e-commerce continues to merge with brick-and-mortar retail. We will turn over each stone and consider how innovative technology will shape the future of shipping and logistics. Meanwhile, inventory levels rose 3.6

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Speakers: Sharon Perry, Vice President of Logistics, Carhartt; Gregg Lanyard, Director, Product Management, Manhattan Associates; Adrian Gonzalez, President, Adelante SCM. In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Hanjin says U.S.-bound Date: Monday, September 26, 2:00-3:15 pm.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Blog post originally published by Expak Logistics on [link] Permission to publish here provided by Morgan Dixon. For many companies, reverse logistics has become an integral part of their business plan, offering them the ability to maximize the efficiency of their operations. The applications of reverse logistics are broad.

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Stord

DECEMBER 1, 2022

STORD is a provider of a real-time global warehousing network that connects independent, third-party warehouses via an enterprise software platform to drive inventory efficiency. —- ATLANTA, April 18, 2018 -- STORD INC., We believe there is a huge opportunity to bring modern technology to the logistics and warehouse industry.”

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PINC

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Coming into 2019, issues like the tariff wars, driver shortage, and rising freight rates were high on transportation managers’ radar screens. Freight rates have leveled off (and even retreated, in some cases). Reefer freight rates continue to drop, with a current national average of $2.14 economy expanded by 2.1%

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Enterra Insights

MAY 3, 2018

David Egan, head of industrial and logistics research in the Americas for the CBRE Group, told Burnson, “These mega-facilities serve as the backbone of retailers’ fulfillment networks, distributing goods across multi-state regions. … Omnichannel is not just a logistics decision. ”[6].

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CormSquare

JANUARY 6, 2017

The digital supply chain is making logistics faster, more accurate, more efficient, and much cheaper. This info will help build ultra-lean fulfilment organizations with optimized inventory levels at each point of their supply chain. 90% of the global supply chain relies on the EDI to share freight data with their Supply Chain Partners.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

That is the word being used to describe the state of the logistics industry in 2017, reports William B. Last year, the 2016 State of Logistics Report alluded to rising shipping volume, partially responsible for decreased overhead costs, as a driving force behind declining overhead costs across all modes of shipping. E-Commerce.

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