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. Or distribution? So what is a 3PL? What are the 3PL Services? Distribution Center Management. The post What are the main 3PL Services? Logistics Services. Inbound Logistics.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2016

With Black Friday on the horizon, consumer goods of all kinds are making their way from manufacturers to distribution centers and retail locations across the country. The industry experiences more cargo theft incidents when there is a higher volume of consumer goods moving through the supply chain.

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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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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2024

Mid-Atlantic 3PL providers like Kanban Logistics can support your supply chain by handling drayage and container stripping services at both of these Ports. Increased Traffic: With Baltimore out of commission, some cargo ships are being diverted to other ports, including Norfolk and Wilmington.

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 20, 2016

11 th annual Cold Chain Distribution Conference and Exhibition. Following the fruitful discussions in 2015, SMi’s annual Cold Chain Distribution conference will bring back lively debates and industry updates to London, offering the best platform for delegates to stay ahead of this lucrative market! Date: 12-13 December 2016.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. The third-party logistics (3PL) industry — those that help businesses efficiently manage logistics across their supply chains (from 3PLs to truckers to warehouse managers) — represents an $800 billion industry on its own.”

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 27, 2022

When such shippers partner with 3PL providers that have rail siding at their warehouses, the process of using rail is even quicker and more efficient. At a warehouse with rail sidings, your 3PL provider can use the sidings to stage rolling stock that needs to be loaded or unloaded. What is rail siding? a main line or branch line).

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. With ports located across the globe, these cargo ships make international trade much easier. Types of Cargo. What is Ocean Freight? Benefits of Ocean Freight. Current Economic State.

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2023

No one would really know what was on any cargo ship until they opened each individual package. This would severely slow down the shipping and distribution process, increase the risk of damage or loss, and compromise the stability of an entire supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 16, 2022

Along with the distribution of LPG, kerosene oil, propane gas, and oleochemicals, the company also provides storage solutions for chemical substances. The company is the choice of businesses that want hassle-free EXIM Cargo services. provides, it provides solutions for air, road, and rail cargo, and block booking. Gati Limited.

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NFI Industries

JULY 12, 2016

The Transported Asset Protection Association’s (TAPA) reported a five-year high in cargo incidents in 2015 with a large percentage of growth in freight thefts year over year 1. The average value per cargo theft incident, occurrences when merchandise is stolen while being stored or transported, was about $187,490 in 2015 2.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Air Cargo World - aircargoworld.com. Air Cargo – How it Works - air-cargo-how-it-works.blogspot.com/. Materials Management & Distribution - mmdonline.com. Below is a list of useful logistics websites. There is also a list of great logistics blogs and supply chain websites. Logistics Websites.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 28, 2023

Every minute that product sits on a truck, cargo ship, or warehouse dock is a minute that it can’t be turned back into revenue. Using logistics data, Palouse increased certainty of how much inventory to stock and warehouse distribution. As soon as money is spent on inventory, the clock starts ticking.

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 31, 2022

According to 3PL provider AFS, the cost per package increased 3.5% Meanwhile, Dick's Sporting Goods executives noted on its May 25th earnings call that its stores enabled over 90% of total sales and provided over 800 forward points of distribution for omnichannel fulfillment through the ship from store, in-store pickup, or curbside.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 11, 2017

The typical distribution process in the chemical industry looks mostly like this: The chemical producer distributes goods from various locations to a large number of customers, using different forwarders depending on the company’s diverse transportation requirements.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

Southern states, such as Georgia and Florida, will seek additional capacity to transport and distribute their perishable produce throughout the country during the annual produce season. 3PL Support. Using a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a less intensive way to ensure capacity.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

It is also defined as the procurement, maintenance, distribution, and replacement of personnel and material. A typical logistics framework consists of physcial supply, internal operations and physical distribution of goods and services. Both are integral parts of globalization today. Infographic: The Global Logistics Market.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2013

Pick and pack is a part of a complete supply chain management process that is commonly used in, but not limited to, the retail distribution of goods. Site location services help companies find the ideal location for their warehouse or distribution center. Warehouse Service Offering 4 – Distribution Center Management.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise). req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise). distribution network.”

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DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 26, 2017

To handle the growth, and accommodate consumer demand for next-day and same-day delivery, retailers are establishing a larger number of tiered, specialized distribution centers, providing greater redundancy and efficiency within a day’s drive of the nation’s largest metro areas.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

If your firm is currently importing cargo from Asia, you know about the challenges faced by what is rapidly becoming a crisis on the West Coast. At one point, the steamship lines owned the chassis and oversaw their distribution at the ports and inland container yards. This problem has been exacerbated by many factors: Driver Shortages.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Choice Logistics Opens Service Parts Distribution Center in Dubai Free Trade Zone. On the 3PL front, C.H. Of course, the political and economic landscape has changed significantly since then, but the growth opportunities remain promising nonetheless, which is why 3PLs like Choice Logistics are investing in the region.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Online publication Supply Chain Dive noted in an article on the acquisition, “This acquisition is expected to expand ADS’ brokerage and distribution operations in the western United States,” Ashley Furniture said. It’s doubtful there will be a complete departure away from 3PLs.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Robinson Strengthens Anti-Cargo Theft Strategy. Here are a few excerpts that caught my attention: “Some people talk about Amazon with their 100 distribution centers, God bless them. Moving on, there was plenty of news from the 3PL front this week. Manhattan Associates Brings Omni-Channel to the Call Center.

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Roambee

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

The big question is where to begin investing to transform it: supply chain consultants, 3PLs, digitization, or visibility?

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ShipBob

AUGUST 25, 2021

First-mile delivery refers to the process of transporting finished goods from a manufacturer or supplier’s facility to an online retailer’s warehouse or multiple distribution centers — the last destination before products are delivered to the end user. Partner with a tech-enabled 3PL. Collect the right data.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 30, 2022

A demand surge in the US-led to shortages in cargo space, shipping containers, and other equipment, leading to skyrocketing ocean freight prices.” All of those components must be shipped to assembly plants and other distribution hubs to be used to create final goods and products. billion tons.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 19, 2022

Fortunately, strategic planning can help you deliver your land cargo on-time , despite the abundant labor shortages. Low Land Cargo Capacity. Consumers want fast, accurate, and direct shipments, leading less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers to adjust distribution networks to better address order fulfillment from multiple locations.

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Savi

JUNE 14, 2019

From there, it can move horizontally to deliver cargo and packages for others and compete with other logistics service providers. Does that mean to compete today, you need planes, trucks, ships and a global network of distribution centers? Not necessarily. However, you do need the right tools for the job.

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

The latter was so severe that cargo ships had to run at half their usual capacity. One of the biggest challenges faced by the shipping and logistics industry, especially by e-commerce, 3PL, and courier service providers in the management of the waste produced due to packaging. Both inbound and outbound delivery flows were affected.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2019

The market is now at the point where providing real-time visibility to your customers, whether you’re a shipper, freight broker, or 3PL, is now table stakes to be in this industry.” The ability to provide real-time freight visibility is showing up more and more in request for proposals (RFPs) and supplier agreements.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2021

Vaccine Distribution and Its Effects on the 2021 Freight Market . Hundreds of millions of vaccines, syringes, and other medical supplies need to be distributed to facilities throughout the country. Hundreds of millions of vaccines, syringes, and other medical supplies need to be distributed to facilities throughout the country.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 27, 2023

In the dynamic world of logistics and supply chain management, the role of a 3PL trucking brokerage has become indispensable. These companies negotiate cargo haulin g with other freight companies, providing crucial flexibility and scalability for growth. Consider a scenario: You’ve ordered a dry van for your distribution center.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

TSA reviewing cargo screening, concerned about terror vulnerabilities (CNN). Although the Port of Houston is reopening today and package carriers are resuming operations to some affected areas, it will take some time (weeks and months) for transportation and distribution networks to return to normal. Finally, in the 3PL realm, C.H.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

The company represents almost 8% of trans-Pacific trade shipments for the United States market, and now they have stopped accepting new cargo. If your cargo is stuck due to the Hanjin Shipping Bankruptcy, send us an email or give us a call, and we will help you get it moving again. 800-653-8267.

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Kanban Logistics

MARCH 29, 2024

shippers, including retailers, invoking “force majeure” to exempt themselves from further obligations once cargo is deposited at alternative ports. According to the CNBC article, these ports are able to receive the extra cargo but are concerned about chassis availability for the incoming containers. How Can Kanban Help?

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Food Logistics reported last week: “Amazon continues to invest the capital and the resources to create a global logistics network that will soon become capable of three-day deliveries to nearly anywhere in the world… It’s part of a strategy to make Amazon the largest third-party logistics (3PL) provider worldwide.

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