The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Anne Reinke and Joe Lynch discuss the state of freight. Anne is the President & CEO of Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) , the trusted voice for third-party logistics companies of all sizes.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 16, 2022

Featuring Our Top 16 Articles on Freight and Logistics! Flawless logistics can really be the secret ingredient to the recipe for a successful business. The logistics industry is big in India. The logistics industry is big in India. In this blog, we will talk about the best among these logistics companies in India.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

“All great enterprises are about logistics. Not genius or inspiration or flights of imagination, skill or cunning, but logistics.” — Tom McCarthy. This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. A decade back these developments in logistics might have seemed impossible.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 1, 2022

I just returned from the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Conference in Detroit. This annual event explores supply chain management and how logistics can succeed in a fast-changing environment. I am feeling energized by what I learned and the people I spoke to while there.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

Logistics Managers Index (LMI) that dropped to an all-time low for May 2023. The May report narrative reinforced that “ the negatives seem to outweigh the positives in the logistics industry.” logistics industry continues in a state of recession. Supply Chain Matters highlights this week’s release of the U.S. The post U.S.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 10, 2022

This week, at the 2022 Gartner® Supply Chain Symposium, we learned several key themes, as well as how the Gartner Magic Quadrants are evolving. By show of hands in the session “The 2022 Strategic Supply Chain Technology Themes” presented by Dwight Klappich, attendees responded with a resounding “Yes!” Key Themes.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Third-party logistics, or 3PLs, help outsource business operations such as supply chain and logistics. The global demand for 3PL (third-party logistics) services is increasing due to the rapid rise of e-commerce. trillion by 2026 due to the COVID-19 epidemic. of total retail sales, representing a 77.6%

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Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Atlanta, GA, October 27, 2022 – Stord , the Cloud Supply Chain leader, has been recognized by premium sports drink company BODYARMOR as “Best New Carrier of the Year 2021.” To support its hypergrowth, BODYARMOR expanded its freight provider network from three to 50+ providers to boost its operational efficiency.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

While salespeople are fantastic at closing deals, their expertise doesn’t usually include understanding each retailer’s delivery expectations or how to meet them logistically. You can read more about what retail buyers look for in Zipline Logistics’ 2022 Retail Buyer Report. Logistics Strategy Drives Category Domination.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 4, 2022

Benjamin has worked with firms such as UPS, DHL, Kuehne & Nagel, Agility Logistics, NFI Logistics, GENCO, Nations Express, Raytrans, Echo Global, Dixie, Wilpak, and others. Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business.

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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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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 4, 2022

Last week Supply Chain Matters alerted readers to a potentially major cyberattack incident involving a top tier third-party logistics services and global freight forwarding services provider. For Toyota , the three months of 2022 have provided literally non-stop global wide disruption and mitigation planning.

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Kanban Logistics

JULY 14, 2022

You then manage your warehouse yourself or hire a third-party logistics (3PL) provider to staff it and run it for you (i.e., At Kanban Logistics , located in Eastern North Carolina, we have a third option that is a rarity in the current market. Kanban Logistics is one such 3PL.

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In freight auditing, freight audit advisors work with freight shippers to ensure that all charges are accurate and to prevent wasting money. With the volatility of 2021 still in mind and uncertainty heading into 2022, the whole industry feels a bit apprehensive. What Freight Auditing Is and Why It’s Important.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 18, 2021

A growing number of logistics operators and industry observers see the snarls bottling up supply chains this year extending deep into 2022. Freight heavyweight J.B. Hunt’s third-quarter earnings signal a strong market for freight operators, but increasingly restrained economic forecasts suggest clouds on the horizon.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

From supply chain snafus to the growing threat of history-making strikes, it’s been another week of exciting changes within the global logistics industry. Yet, in a time of unprecedented uncertainty, logistics professionals can be sure this will be a peak season like no other. . in the first quarter of 2022. “ says the WTO. .

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 23, 2023

This week, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) , with sponsors Penske Logistics and consulting firm Kearney , released the 34th Annual State of Logistics Report to organization members and the industry as a whole. Background As our readership is likely aware, this report provides a snapshot of the U.S.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Why You Should Consider Freight Procurement Sourcing Solution. Whether you’re in charge of ordering the “things” or managing how and where those things get from A to B, both sides of the procurement equation stand to benefit from freight procurement automation. The Challenges of Freight. You need something more.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 4, 2022

When choosing a third party logistics provider , knowing that they understand the ins and outs of the industry you occupy is incredibly helpful. If all goes well, your business will grow and your logistics services will need to grow along with it. What experience do you have with other companies in my industry?

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Freight Plus

APRIL 18, 2024

Capstone’s latest Asset-Light 3PL M&A Update reports it has been a difficult operating environment for third party logistics (3PL) providers since mid-2022, tempering merger and acquisition (M&A) activity over the period.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Many third-party logistics providers are still charging customers exorbitant shipping fees and not leveraging the cost savings opportunities offered by FTZs. A 3PL provider with the experience and resources to handle foreign freight forwarding, customs clearance, and other services specific to a free trade zone is essential.

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QAD

JANUARY 4, 2022

A talent and labor shortage continues, and remote work schemes will probably remain the norm well into 2022. Lack of real-time communication between the manufacturing enterprise suppliers, third-party logistics providers and consumers. Rise in ocean freight rates. Will Disruption Continue into 2022?

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

This week, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) , with sponsors Penske Logistics and consulting firm Kearney , released the 33rd Annual State of Logistics Report to organization members and the industry as a whole. business logistics costs reportedly rose by 22.4 For 2021, U.S. percent to $1.85

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 6, 2023

Welcome back to the Friday news roundup, where we are excited to bring you all the logistics news you’ve been craving. The company announced last year that Amazon Prime customers in Lockeford, CA, will start receiving package deliveries by drone by the end of 2022. percent from 2022 through 2025. I’ll cheers to that.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 17, 2023

In this update, we focus on our fifth prediction which is focused on global transportation and logistics services sectors. 2023 Prediction Five: Global Wide Transportation, Logistics and Brokerage Services Sectors Will Face a Challenging Year With Significant Consequences. Prediction Background. Parcel Segment.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 6, 2022

Here are ten best practices for shippers to thrive in small e-commerce through 2022 and beyond. . Expanding your network through third-party logistics partnerships is the easiest way to achieve diversification. As a result, the small retail e-commerce strategy needs to evolve. Offer More Payment and Shipping Options.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

Industry supply chains experienced unprecedented and sudden changes in pandemic related product demand coupled with nonstop production, transportation and logistics delays. Containers of fitness equipment shipped from Asia were delayed by major port and inland logistics disruptions. Pivot Toward Internal Manufacturing Presence.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 14, 2022

This guide will primarily look at fulfillment through the e-commerce lens and deal mostly with third-party logistics (3PL) fulfillment methodologies. Other items that are heavy or bulky must be shipped via freight , and that requires access to a whole different network of specialists. The three main types of fulfillment.

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Turvo

MARCH 15, 2022

Due to the rapid growth of e-commerce, the global demand for 3PL (third-party logistics) services is expanding. FreightWaves 3PL Summit 2022. After a period of relative peace in the freight markets for two to three years, the last couple of years has all been about turbulence. trillion by 2026. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2022

Today, July 22, 2022, is George Jetson’s birthday. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Körber acquires enVista’s omni-channel and global freight audit and payment services. The post This Week in Logistics News (July 16 – 22) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. The future is here.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 19, 2022

One of the biggest challenges remaining from the pandemic is the labor shortage and its ripple effects on multiple industries, including logistics companies. million in March 2022. Consumers have high expectations for order fulfillment, shipping, and delivery, and LTL can use small freight to meet these expectations.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

With that in mind, here’s our pick of the 10 most important inventory management trends for 2022. 10 inventory management for 2022: 1. More widespread third-party logistics. But as the world moves on and we launch into 2022, the IDC expects investment in IoT to not only increase again (from 8.2%

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 1, 2015

But what will this mean to those on the logistics side of shipping and receiving? The major concern throughout the logistics sector is that the increased pay will cause shipping costs to spike. In order to cut costs, consider going with a third-party logistics provider who is laser focused on transportation management.

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

.” Looking forward, the new reality is that better understanding and managing weak points in the supply chain will become an increasing responsibility for managers in all companies, especially logistics firms. Gravity regularly uses the data of third-party logistics (3PLs) providers.

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6 River Systems

AUGUST 2, 2022

The returns management process is part dispute resolution, part customer support, part logistics and part inventory management. The way you design and execute your returns management process is becoming increasingly important, and improving these processes is among the top warehousing trends in 2022. Recycling options where necessary.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Logistics in modern companies not only supports corporate strategy, it enables it. And to meet today’s logistics challenges of the three C’s– customer service, carbon, and cost, these companies are looking to harness data. Let us face it; logistics is always a challenging endeavor, even beyond the latest pandemic disruption.

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CargoBarn

MAY 18, 2022

As the nation’s supply chain challenges continue, one Georgia logistics company is quietly expanding its footprint to help calm the chaos. CargoBarn , a proven logistics innovator in freight brokerage, recently tripled its Atlanta footprint as the company sprints to 1,000 employees across multiple offices nationwide.

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