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EDI in the 3PL equation: a guide for CPG suppliers 

crisp

Choosing a 3PL for your CPG? The 3PL industry has come a long way in the digital age. So for a CPG supplier looking for a 3PL partner, there’s a lot to consider on top of the usual things like geographic coverage and a reputation for reliability. There are lots of reasons CPG suppliers choose to outsource to 3PL providers.

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What is a 3PL warehouse, and how does it work?

6 River Systems

Finding the right space, running an effective order fulfillment system and sourcing great talent are just some of the many challenges facing operations managers. Commonly known as 3PLs , these are businesses that specialize in providing outsourced logistical support. How does a 3PL warehouse work?

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Logility to Acquire Network Optimization Provider Starboard Solutions

Logility

Applying Starboard’s rich set of reference costs with Logility’s lane rates and time data structures, users have the ability to quickly analyze options in regions for which they have no prior data and locate the absolute best location for future plants, warehouses or 3PL locations. 626) 657-0013 or email kliu@amsoftware.com.

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Order Fulfilment Explained: Process, Strategies, & Tips

Unleashed

Some of the main steps involved in the order fulfilment process include: Inventory management Picking and packing Tracking and communication Shipping and delivery Customer service Returns management Fulfilment costs can represent up to 30% of an eCommerce company’s total operating expenses. It also ensures that resources are used efficiently.

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Returns Management: Are You Not Making Money on Returns?

ModusLink Corporation

Failing to create a system for identifying and documenting defective products makes it difficult to track the source of defects and also makes it difficult to identify patterns or trends in defects. Create a system for identifying and documenting defective products. Best Practices for Returns Management.

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Control Towers: If Only There Was A Clear Definition

Supply Chain Shaman

While there are many types of visibility (see Figure 1), the most common use case is either sourcing or transportation visibility. Contract manufacturing or 3PL data often will have a 24-hour latency due to batch integration. Pictures, images, text, email, sentiment, contracts, documents are all areas of opportunity. Visibility.

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The Essential Guide to Shipping Manifests for Ecommerce (and How ShipBob Can Help)

ShipBob

A shipping manifest is a detailed, legally required document that accompanies goods transported by ship (although one may also be required for other modes of transportation such as air, ground, etc). Cargo A cargo shipping manifest is a detailed document that itemizes all the goods being shipped on a container or cargo ship.