Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Cross docking is widely used by manufacturers, but there are alternatives like direct shipping – and there are significant differences between the two. As the name suggests, this means the goods are shipped directly from the manufacturer to the end customer. This brings us to direct shipments. Who uses cross docking?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 5, 2019

Contract manufacturing or 3PL data often will have a 24-hour latency due to batch integration. I was at a customer last week that shipped to distributors and did not know the site of customer facilities. Figure 4 is a case study from Lenovo. 2) Latency. 3) Granularity. Master data. The devil is in the details.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

The ongoing impact of the pandemic brings greater challenges and obstacles with increased consumer demand, limited resources, shipping congestion, and labor shortages. Bill Heaney is the CCO of DB Schenker USA, a 150 year old leading global freight forwarder and 3PL provider. Industry 4.0 About the Author.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

In today’s competitive market, the successful operation of a business hinges on the smooth integration of various processes and information management systems, especially when it comes to 3PL integration. Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

See, there’s a big difference between handling inbound logistics yourself and outsourcing it to a trusted North Carolina third-party logistics (3PL) provider that knows the manufacturing industry. 3PL inbound logistics services. Third-party procurement services from a 3PL can help. But there may be more to it than you realize.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Demand for ocean freight was lower than anticipated, and Hanjin Shipping, another top ten ocean liner, was already teetering on the verge of bankruptcy. The Post-2016 Strategy: End-to-end Shipping. While not outrightly linked to this release, Maersk, now a shipping line and forwarder, terminated its key account status.

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Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

Since a modern business is shifting from manufacturing to service, this article will provide a review of literature and a case study of the company at a forefront of the service supply chain frontier. One of the most notable case study is from a company called Zappos.com. They have a warehouse very close to 3PL''s hub.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

The OEM turned over management of one of the most critical, high-volume segments of its reverse logistics program—the processor business—saving the manufacturer millions of dollars each year; reducing excess inventory; increasing same-day, on-time ship rates; and improving customer satisfaction. The Challenges. million in the rst year.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Several years ago, I interviewed CIOs and IT executives from leading third party logistics (3PL) companies, and one of the most interesting findings was that their teams spent a majority of their time fixing and cleansing data. Free-Shipping Offers Abound This Holiday Season, According To Shop.Org. percent last year. .

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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?” Moves Value Added Services closer to the customer in many cases – Don’t have higher value material being imported and sitting waiting for orders.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 19, 2025

This agility is particularly valuable for third-party logistics (3PL) providers that operate predominantly in leased buildings and have end customer contracts that are typically seven years or less. Lighter, smaller robots can easily navigate narrow aisles, a pick tower or a mezzanine in either brownfield or greenfield facilities.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Any Logistics Manager or 3PL manager has gotta be impressed. Samsung provides a case study of control towers in action. According to the 2016 3rd Party Logistics Study , 3PL customers are outsourcing more of their logistics services. Online shipping management? That’s at Atlanta, by the way.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. It’s also important to note that shipping and aviation, two industries with significant greenhouse gas emissions, are not included in the COP21 agreement. Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

GameStop expects fewer price markdowns with ship from store service ( Dallas Business Journal ). MNX Global Logistics Acquires Specialty Aviation 3PL Aero Express Logistics in Singapore. Now, we’re shipping from stores. Google says it bears ‘some responsibility’ after self-driving car hit bus ( Reuters ).

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Get the PDF of Lull’s case study >> Challenges to Order Fulfillment. Limited Shipping: Dropshipping wasn’t designed for order fulfillment, which impacted Lull’s delivery promise, as well as everyday operations. With FLEXE, they have also reduced shipping costs. 88% of orders met within two business days.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 30, 2016

In the short clip below, Mike shares some case study examples that illustrate how leading companies are managing their global transportation operations. As Mike explained: Most companies are trying to get a global view of transportation, but the reality is that transportation happens locally.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

The last mile hurdle is a classic issue for businesses concerned with logistics and transportation, as well as anyone who ships products. Transportation and shipping today are quite fast and efficient. At the heart of the last mile hurdle is the fact that there aren’t shipping centers everywhere. Technology can help.

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ShipBob

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

To keep a business afloat, an online brand needs to track inventory , manage the fulfillment and shipping process, and oversee products getting to their end destination. Developing a shipping strategy. Managing an ecommerce operation is a tremendous undertaking. . Managing inventory. Warehousing. Order fulfillment workflows.

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3PL Insights

MARCH 30, 2021

As a full-service 3PL, Evans Distribution Systems provides end-to-end services under one roof. For someone like Karagiannis, minimizing shipping issues and simplifying the process makes all the difference in the world. There’s also a reliability that comes with trusted 3PL partner like Evans. We are the U.S.

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synchrono

JUNE 19, 2017

The result is expensive; using faster shipping methods to get the part back on the shop floor. Regional Plant Networks can connect to Warehouse/Distribution Centers to better manage excess inventory and monitor status from Third Party Logistics (3PL) providers. Poor visibility often results in parts shortages.

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Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 13, 2011

On the outbound side the system automatically creates fully cubed mixed vendor and retailer owned goods to be shipped direct to store. This facility eliminates the need for a retailer Distribution Center and savings have been pegged at 54 cents a case!

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

This latest solution from INTTRA’s core marketplace complements Kewill’s transportation management platform, whose users have been benefiting from INTTRA Bookings, Shipping Instructions, and Track & Trace technology since 2008. Kewill users will now have access to an end-to-end ocean shipping solution beginning with scheduling the voyage.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2016

The case studies we analyzed and discussed in his class opened my eyes and mind to the beauty of supply chain management, a field that was still relatively new to me at the time. Looking back on my career path, there are many people who have helped me get to where I am today, and Professor Solomon was one of them.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

The last mile hurdle is a classic issue for businesses concerned with logistics and transportation, as well as anyone who ships products. Transportation and shipping today are quite fast and efficient. At the heart of the last mile hurdle is the fact that there aren’t shipping centers everywhere. Technology can help.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. This refrigerated shipping method costs significantly more than the standard 53-foot dry van capacity. Download Now »

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. This refrigerated shipping method costs significantly more than the standard 53-foot dry van capacity. Download Now »

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ShipBob

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Fulfillment managers oversee all fulfillment -related activities in an ecommerce company, — including order processing and confirmation, inventory tracking and planning, picking, packing, and shipping preparations — to ensure that all orders are received, packaged, and delivered accurately and in a timely manner.

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New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This will simplify operations by minimizing the number of items and making it more likely that warehouse workers are dealing with pallets rather than cases. This is especially true if using a 3PL facility where you will have less control over training and operations. Schedule Resources, Employees, and Training.

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New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This will simplify operations by minimizing the number of items and making it more likely that warehouse workers are dealing with pallets rather than cases. This is especially true if using a 3PL facility where you will have less control over training and operations. Schedule Resources, Employees, and Training.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 11, 2017

I recognized that we needed a global third party logistics provider (3PL) to help us add efficiency to our shipping processes. What we wanted from our 3PL was pretty simple: A large enough organization to secure us the capacity we need and offer it at a consistent price. Now we coordinate all our shipping in China.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 18, 2022

Even with the best network optimization, the modern supply chain network is still challenging for shipping companies struggling with freight audit systems. For several reasons, outsourcing freight audit and payment services may be the best option for many transportation and shipping companies. What Is Outsourced Freight Auditing?

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6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The placement of your picking locations in relation to product storage, sorting, packing and shipping areas can make or break order fulfillment workflows. For instance, placing the most frequently picked items close to shipping areas can speed up fulfillment activities — resulting in faster shipping and more satisfied customers.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 23, 2023

With dropshipping , the stock is shipped to the end customer directly from the manufacturer’s warehouse to the buyer. Consignment inventory When the suppliers, and not the sellers, own and manage the shipping of goods inventory, it’s called consignment inventory.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Third-party logistics (3PL) has been a solution for a number of years, and we expect that some of these providers will pivot their focus more and more onto the last mile by providing last mile as a service (LMaaS). Customers expect better, faster shipping, while keeping prices as low as possible and improving sustainability.

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3PL Insights

MARCH 17, 2021

As the demand for faster shipping pushes businesses to find innovative ways to fulfill orders, third-party logistics companies like Evans Distribution Systems are adopting new technologies to ensure a seamless and secure supply chain. We live in a technologically evolving world that is driven by data.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 3, 2021

While this position goes by several other job titles (such as “Logistics Director”, “Head of Logistics”, and “Director of Supply Chain”), its basic purpose is always the same: to manage every step in the supply chain, including procurement , production, inventory management , fulfillment, and shipping.

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