Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Every day, retailers and manufacturers are challenged to balance ambitious customer service promises with profit margin protection. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing.

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CHAINalytics

APRIL 21, 2020

There are many reasons why a manufacturer or retailer will choose to outsource its warehousing and fulfillment operations to a third party—from increased speed and flexibility to specialized skills and capacity. And here-to-stay trends like e-commerce make it an even more appealing option.

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Kanban Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Why Do You Need a Warehouse with Rail Siding? With the driver shortage continuing to hurt trucking capacity while boosting its cost, many shippers are looking to rail transportation to move their products across the US. Understanding 3PL Custom Kitting Services. Can Outdoor Warehouse Storage Work for Your Products?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In the supply chain world, contract logistics – where a third-party logistics (3PL) firm runs and manages warehouses on behalf of their clients, is a $200 billion plus market. For example, in contract logistics, the 3PL makes use of a warehouse management system so that they can do the job efficiently.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2021

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the current state of intermodal rail and tell you how a third-party logistics (3PL) provider can support companies that take advantage of this mode of transport. Chief among these shippers are manufacturing companies that are calling North Carolina home in greater numbers. Rail siding.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

From the last half of 2017 through today and beyond, a slew of market forces, some predictable and some unexpected, have combined to create a very real truck capacity shortage in the United States. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy. Holiday Season.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

In place of long paper trails and maintenance schedules, machines with the capacity to communicate their needs and issues via the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) are becoming an essential component of effective processes. Warehouse Management. The era of paper-based systems and physically monitoring the supply chain is ending.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Powerful scenario analysis identifies optimal locations for future plants, warehouses or 3PL locations and quickly presents impacts to cost and service in an interactive environment. Manufacturing Analysis: Optimize the total landed costs of production decisions. Check out the 6 top uses cases for network optimization below.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2021

Manufacturing and supply chains couldn’t ramp up fast enough. Orchestrating the efforts of suppliers, manufacturers, truck drivers, warehouses, retail employees, and other critical links in the supply chain was no small feat. Closures and social distancing measures impacted manufacturing.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Across the country, warehousing vacancy rates are historically low, and lease prices are historically high. In this article, we’ll take a look at North Carolina warehousing capacity and tell you why a more rural location may be right for your business. North Carolina Warehousing Capacity in the Metro Areas.

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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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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 7, 2023

Top manufacturers of toys & games by revenue include Hasbro, The Lego Group, LeapFrog Enterprises, MGA Entertainment, and Vivid Imaginations. Stop Playing Small and Choose Zipline The post Toys & Games Brands: Choosing the Right 3PL For Retail Deliveries appeared first on Zipline Logistics.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Warehouse automation stats show that automation is making a big impact on warehouses and distribution centers. As technology awareness grows, more warehouses and DCs turn to automation to adapt to the changing landscape. The number of private warehouses is growing. Warehouses are increasing in size, as well.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Whether you are a retailer, manufacturer, 3PL, or in most any other industry, “Black Friday” likely initiates a dramatic shift in the dynamics of your business. Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) has been helping businesses navigate the holiday season for decades. Tailor the Warehouse for Faster Throughput.

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Locus Robotics

MARCH 9, 2023

By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. Some fulfillment warehouses even use robots to pick and pack customer orders.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Top manufacturers of sporting goods by revenue include Nike, lululemon, Anta Sports, and adidas. As the i ndustry only continues to grow, sporting goods manufacturers must put their best foot forward to meet increased demand and win competitor’s shelf space.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 28, 2023

As the i ndustry only continues to grow, automotive product manufacturers must shift gears to meet increased demand and win competitor’s retail space. SWITCH GEARS WITH ZIPLINE The post Automotive Products: Choosing the Right 3PL for Retail Deliveries appeared first on Zipline Logistics.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Last year, truck capacity demand reached historic highs due to a combination of factors, including ongoing equipment and labor shortages. The ongoing driver shortage will continue to contribute to rate volatility as carriers seek to secure capacity. Shippers are in a competition for capacity.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Capacity Will Grow Tighter. Capacity was stretched beyond limitations in 2014, and fleets around the country tried to optimize operations through freight reclassification, dimensional pricing models and freight consolidation, explains Jeff Berman of Logistics Management. The ELD mandate will further worsen the coming capacity crunch.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2018

More than a year into a freight capacity crisis that shows little sign of weakening, it’s time for all parties involved in logistics and freight transportation to meet this issue head on. Freight Capacity Crisis: How Did We Get Here So Quickly? The seeds for this current market were sown in the aftermath of the Great Recession.

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American Global Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2024

With that, let’s turn to and analyze PMI-Manufacturing. Key Economic Indicator #5: PMI-Manufacturing The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI for December 2023 decreased to 47.9 Flash US Manufacturing Output Index. Flash US Manufacturing PMI. The flash PMI results signal a change from PMI-Manufacturing last month.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract logistics is a specialized service offered by third-party logistics (3PL) providers to manage supply chain operations on behalf of a company. It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

A storm may leave roads closed, warehouses shut down, utilities lost, and employees stranded. Capacity constraints and transportation delays. Shifting consumer demand, bad weather, driver shortages, fuel prices and an array of influences conspire to shrink available capacity. Trade disputes and tariffs.

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Shipchain

APRIL 25, 2019

Shippers have traditionally turned to third-party logistics providers (3PL) to augment their logistics strategies. Instead of merely providing logistics management and expansion of available capacity, today’s 3PL offers a whole host of additional services, including freight invoice auditing, claims management, warehousing and more.

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BlueYonder

JULY 25, 2017

Over the past 30 years, the 3PL industry has gone through tremendous transformation. The shifts in manufacturing and retail business models, enhanced delivery models, such as last mile and click and collect, along with the innovative advances in technologies, have created significant opportunities for 3PL companies.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

The framework was then applied on the 3PL industry by analyzing practical examples for each force-theory combination (see Figure 1). FIGURE 1: Five Force Analysis Of The 3PL Industry. At the same time, telematics platforms of vehicle manufacturers such as Volkswagen`s Rio aim at providing comprehensive logistics management solutions.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 3, 2021

How to Choose a 3PL for Your Ecommerce Business. Working with multiple manufacturers. Warehousing and storage fees . Some businesses even implement warehouse automation using their own homegrown technology and tools. Discover how to find the best mutual fit for your business. Download the Guide. Reduce supply chain costs.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Watch Now The growing spotlight on last-mile delivery As we navigate the digital age, industries like e-commerce, 3PL (third-party logistics), retail, and manufacturing are experiencing a seismic shift in how they operate, particularly in the realm of deliveries. Missed the real-time buzz? Insights are just a click away!

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BlueYonder

JULY 25, 2017

Over the past 30 years, the 3PL industry has gone through tremendous transformation. The shifts in manufacturing and retail business models, enhanced delivery models, such as last mile and click and collect, along with the innovative advances in technologies, have created significant opportunities for 3PL companies.

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3PL Insights

JULY 20, 2020

This creates a demand for more warehouses under 120,000 sq. These small to midsized warehouses have experienced a 30% increase in rent over past five years which is double the average of larger facilities. Evans Distribution Systems can help you with your future warehousing and fulfillment needs. Supply Will Outpace Demand.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Learn how to mitigate and avoid dead stock through strategic warehousing and inventory management to lower fixed costs, combat supply chain disruptions, and overcome current peak season challenges. What Is Dead Stock? Within the retail industry alone, estimates indicate that dead inventory costs nearly $50 billion year-over-year.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 28, 2022

While the importance of third-party logistics may be a no-brainer (hello, we love our online orders delivered quickly and without damage, too), we wanted to share more about what 3PL includes and how it works for businesses. . What Is 3PL? As an extension of BR Williams, our Logistics Division offers flexible capacity as a 3PL company.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Four basic logistics services can be outsourced: transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and information technology (IT) support. Many factors must be considered before choosing an outsourcing provider; this article focuses on transportation and warehousing activities commonly outsourced by manufacturers.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

A storm may leave roads closed, warehouses shut down, utilities lost, and employees stranded. Capacity constraints and transportation delays. Shifting consumer demand, bad weather, driver shortages, fuel prices and an array of influences conspire to shrink available capacity.

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3PL Insights

MAY 19, 2020

As the stores were able to get more of these products in stock, they would sellout almost instantly forcing manufacturers and distribution centers to speed up manufacturing and operations to meet the demand. As people stop buying these products in high quantities the manufacturers are able to catch up.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Under a VMI system the supplier, usually a manufacturer, is responsible for optimising the level of inventory held by the distributor. Using this strategy improves efficiencies in product delivery, frees up capital and reduces warehousing costs. It can also reduce downtime resulting from late stock delivery.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

Storing the order During this stage, the ordered items are temporarily stored in a warehouse, storage facility, or other storage systems for easy picking and packing. It is necessary for warehouse staff to check if items are safely packed and well-protected during transit and meet shipping requirements like weight size or size limits.

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