Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 30, 2014

There is a seemingly endless amount of information on the current analytics and big data revolution in business. The post What’s Behind the Supply Chain Analytics Revolution? appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints: A Blog for Logistics, Supply Chain, and 3PL Executives. Business Intelligence Logistics Trends Statistics'

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

With the economic benefits of free trade zones now more evident than ever, it’s essential to ask: “is your 3PL taking full advantage of the cost savings that free trade zones can provide?” The ever-changing global trade policies and tariffs also mandate continuous monitoring and tracking via analytics and regular reporting.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Kate Klemmer Terry and Joe Lynch discuss the brand-centric 3PL, Outerspace. Kate is the Chief Commercial Officer at Outerspace , a 3PL made for brands, by brands. Data-Driven Insights: Their technology platform provides real-time visibility and analytics to empower brands with data-backed decisions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Brian serves as Vice President of Sales at LTI Trucking Services , an asset-based truckload carrier and 3PL specializing in temperature-controlled contract service. About Brian Gibala Brian Gibala is the VP of Sales at LTI Trucking Services, an asset-based truckload carrier and 3PL specializing in temperature-controlled contract service.

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American Global Logistics

MARCH 3, 2023

That calls into question whether you have the right 3PL/4PL for the New Normal. So, it makes sense that different criteria should apply in choosing a 3PL/4PL. Looking at the major risks you face in 2023 helps to make clear the criteria you should apply in choosing a 3PL/4PL. You need a 3PL/4PL with a proven track record.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

The post Big Data and Analytics for Oil and Gas Transportation appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. 3PL Transportation Management Upcoming Episodes Alaster Love Oil and Gas Transplace transportation' Employing software-as-a-service TMS technology to achieve district level visibility.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

However, when you decide to take the jump to outsourcing, you will have to choose between an asset-based and non-asset-based third-party logistics provider (3PL). Both types of 3PLs have advantages and disadvantages. But, a non-asset-based 3PL provider may offer much more than you realize, including these seven key benefits.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that your organisation can benefit from partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. You will still need a hand on the tiller to define logistics strategy, manage the relationship with the 3PL provider , and monitor performance.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Predictive Analytics. The post What are the main 3PL Services? He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

The right service provider should prioritize value as a trusted advisor and analytics partner. The right 3PL provider partnership will be transparent about their carrier vetting and qualification process. It’s not simply figuring out what to do with transportation alone that can impact the decision to work with a full-service 3PL.

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Stord

JULY 7, 2023

Atlanta, GA, July 6, 2023 – Stord , a leader in fulfillment services and technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, has been recognized by SupplyTech Breakthrough as the 3PL Platform of the Year.

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All Things Supply Chain

MARCH 14, 2022

For 3PL providers, this change presents some serious opportunities. The logistics and warehousing markets are growing and changing fast. With the right business strategy, third-party logistics providers can likely secure…

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Predictive Analytics. The post What are the main 3PL Services? He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

We have the same problem in the 3PL business. We are surrounded by so many different types of 3PLs and 3PL services. So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Predictive Analytics. The post What are the main 3PL Services? He just didn’t know which functions were actually considered logistics.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2021

According to the report, 93% of respondents, including 92% of leadership and 94% of managers cited a 3PL with cybersecurity measures in place as critical when selecting a service provider. Technology tools, notably desktop and mobile-enabled capabilities, were listed as in-demand benefits of 3PL partnerships among 86% of survey respondents.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

They came without any changes to the DC network or the 3PL contracts. However, the project also identified savings from the consolidation of the third-party logistics (3PL) contracts. In many cases, these 3PLs were serving different automotive brands with separate contracts and different costs for the same service.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

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3rdwave

JULY 20, 2020

Too often – make that almost always – importers and exporters (BCOs – Benefiticcial Cargo Owners) are dependent on their NVOCC, Freight Forwarder or 3PL (3PL) to provide them with visibility into their global supply chains. Advantage 3PL. When we talk about global supply chain visibility we are referring to:

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2014

Should you implement a technology solution from a third-party logistics provider (3PL) or is it more effective to select a pure-play TMS provider to leverage your data? Many shippers gravitate toward the 3PL supplied technology model for a number of reasons: one throat to choke, one less relationship to manage, etc.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Rapid Scalability and Leveraging the Collective Buying Power of a Large 3PL . Descriptive analytics focuses on utilizing historical data to understand events that transpired and what happened within the network over a set period. The value gained from rapid scalability and collaboration is critical for the modern supply chain.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

So, here is my invented future for 2015, starting with my most audacious prediction: Google will acquire a logistics service provider (3PL) and/or a logistics software vendor. Big Data and Analytics for Oil and Gas Transportation. 3PLs Need to Take Broader Perspective. Develop a Shared Vision Statement with Your 3PL.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

What is the path to building successful and lasting 3PL-customer relationships? That was the main theme of a panel session I led at last month’s MercuryGate User Conference 2013 , which included the following 3PL executives: Shelli Austin , VP at Integrated Distribution Services (IDS). Michael Bartz , CIO at ReTrans.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2014

The post The Internet of Things will Change the Face of Supply Chain Management, but it will require a Revolution in Analytics First appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints: A Blog for Logistics, Supply Chain, and 3PL Executives. Business Intelligence Cloud/Software-as-a-Service Logistics Trends'

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2015

Recently, they started a series featuring MBAs in the supply chain space , and this post really stood out to us as Cerasis is a 3PL service provider focused on Transportation Management. . 4 questions to ask when determining if a 3PL Service Provider is right for your company. To avoid confusion, let’s call 3PL what it is: outsourcing.

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ShipBob

JULY 27, 2021

How to Choose a 3PL for Your Ecommerce Business. Contract logistics vs. 3PL: The key differences. What are the differences between a contract logistic company and a 3PL? While they tend to be confused for one and the same, 3PLs and contract logistics companies may have completely different or even complementary services.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Here are the 9 key topics to understand in the relationsihp between the shipper and the 3PL. To be unified is to collaborate and trust the shipper/customer Third Party Logistics Service Provider (3PL) relationship. 3PL/Shipper/Customer Rewards. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge. Collaboration.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 27, 2015

The company invested $125 million in R&D last year, a level it plans to sustain moving forward, and about 10 percent of that investment is going toward JDA Labs , which is focused on cloud, mobile, machine learning, predictive analytics, wearables, and other customer-guided projects.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Applying innovation to supply chains, combines innovative technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), analytics, and robotics to supply chain management to improve performance and meet customer demands. brings innovations like IoT, robotics, data analytics, and other technologies to improve supply chain management and improve performance.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 7, 2022

Automation, accuracy and velocity are key to third-party logistics parcel analytics and billing management, says Coby Nilsson, chief executive officer and co-founder of Enveyo.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Rapid Scalability and Leveraging the Collective Buying Power of a Large 3PL. Descriptive analytics focuses on utilizing historical data to understand events that transpired and what happened within the network over a set period. Proper vetting of carriers helps ensure risk management, and creates?are are liable?network

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Andrew Lynch is President and co-founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. The 3PL’s capacity procurement team utilizes a proprietary qualification process to identify and contract the highest quality providers to operate within its network.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 14, 2022

Historically, brokers and 3PL (Third Party Logistics) firms, as a result of their safe relationships with corporate shippers, have intentionally kept pricing and discounts as abstract as possible to maintain a false sense of savings for the end user. Combined, the $4.3 Key Takeaways: The SwanLeap Story.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This led to the development of its Enhanced Client Billing and 3PL Portal solutions, which then expanded to the development of business analytics and cost-to-serve capabilities. These proprietary products are system-agnostic and able to augment not only Blue Yonder WMS but also the capabilities of other WMS systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

When the 3PL driver delivered it a few months later he noticed it was damaged and submitted a request for a replacement. The failure was in supply chain orchestration – connecting planning to execution. Supply chain orchestration failure – a table fable What happened? In February 2022 I ordered a lovely midcentury modern table.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

According to Council of Supply Chain Professionals, a Third Party Logistics (3PL) Provider is “A firm which provides multiple logistics services for use by customers. There are 5 different categories of 3PL services: Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Special Services, and Technology. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

Build relationships with your 3PL for capacity and alternative shipping solutions. A savvy 3PL can tap their relationships to uncover capacity and alternative solutions that would otherwise be unavailable to shippers. Start with moving from transactional to strategic relationships in which all parties have a long-term mutual interest.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2021

Hurdles to 3PL Growth with Trey Griggs and Isaac Moreno. Joe Lynch discusses hurdles to 3PL growth with Trey Griggs and Isaac Moreno. Trey and Isaac work at Lean Solutions Group , where they work with 3PLs to solve a variety of sales and marketing problems. Key Takeaways: Hurdles to 3PL Growth. About Trey Griggs.

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