Talking Logistics

MAY 27, 2015

Through a more formal Voice of the Customer (VOC) process, its Customer Advisory Board, and expanding Special Interest Groups (SIGs), customers are guiding JDA’s renewed focused on innovation. I led one of the panel discussions — 3PLs, What Business Are You In? The value of IT is in how you use it.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Third-party logistics (or 3PL) providers, are standing on the brink of breakout growth. The global 3PL market, valued at $728.6B While 3PL providers want to adapt to this new market opportunity, their existing logistics operations often have a hard time keeping pace with these growing demands. BILLION by 2025. Project 44.

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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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ShipBob

JANUARY 15, 2024

In this guide, we’ll explore the main causes of inventory glut, innovative strategies to tackle it, and how working with a 3PL can help reduce inventory risk. In fact, according to a report , two-thirds of retailers had excess inventory during the 2023 holiday season last year. What is inventory glut?

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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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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

In 2020, global retail sales exceeded $23 trillion and experts predict ecommerce demand to continue expanding. Partnering with the right 3PL takes the challenges that come with managing retail logistics off your plate and puts it into the hands of experts. . Procuring inventory. Receiving & processing inventory.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2018

Although it may seem counterintuitive for a third-party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis, to trumpet such prospects, the resounding impact will drive greater efficiencies in supply chains. In turn, demand for 3PL services may increase, and even 3PL-based platforms, such as the Cerasis Rater, will grow in usefulness.

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RFgen

JANUARY 22, 2017

Many small to medium-size business owners are turning to supply chain management solutions to solve their biggest problems. For those companies that are still on the edge about whether to integrate supply chain management solutions either fully or partly into their operations, it’s helpful to look at where the market currently stands.

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RFgen

JANUARY 22, 2017

Many small to medium-size business owners are turning to supply chain management solutions to solve their biggest problems. For those companies that are still on the edge about whether to integrate supply chain management solutions either fully or partly into their operations, it’s helpful to look at where the market currently stands.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 11, 2013

A new Bloomberg Business Week Research Services survey and report makes it clear that innovative supply chain tools are widely acknowledged to be crucial to meeting corporate goals now and in the future as supply chains grow more complex, customers become more demanding and globalization accelerates.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Think about your most recent purchase. This sequence of events involves many moving parts, including purchasing, packaging, shipping, and transporting materials to distributors to sell to the end customer. Designing systems and innovations that solve problems of today’s shippers. Pros: Fast-paced atmosphere. Track record.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. In 2021, a wide range of major product categories saw online purchase returns, with rates varying from 8% to 88%.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Aggressively design and test products online and then bring the data into your forecasting tools to predict sales of new products by channel. Don’t assume that there is a standard definition, and just because a 3PL signed a contract to deliver it, don’t expect that you are working on the same definition. Redefine it.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Then, the team assigns responsibility for the action required to reach the desired solution. When Lean culture takes hold, the teams are self-managed, managers are no longer reactionary, and they become strategic, proactive thinkers providing sustainable solutions. Practices and learns how to apply Lean tools. that has no end.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. FedEx Launches Consolidated Returns Service. 12 statement from FedEx. “ 12 statement from FedEx. “ 15 press release.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

To make this happen, businesses need to take advantage of technology solutions that allow them to seamlessly share data, communicate, and execute different warehousing tasks. From platforms that simplify data exchange to tools that support storage and retrieval, these latest warehouse technologies allow for better automation and efficiency.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 22, 2015

One of my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2015 was that 3PLs and software vendors would focus more on acquiring small and midsized business (SMB) clients this year. Transportation management system (TMS) vendors have been in that race for some time, and earlier this week, C.H.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. In this first part, I will focus on 6 places that you can apply to your organization to reduce costs and increase profit. Focus on Labor Costs.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

Kristi Montgomery, VP of innovation, Kenco. Investing in Innovation. Having a specialized team specifically focused on innovation is a growing trend in the logistics industry. Innovation Labs are continuing to pop up, emphasizing the need for companies to invest in innovation to foster creative new solutions and products.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

This is solved through best practices, efficient and proven strategy, proper measurement of your tools and people, and the use of effective technology which doesn't add bloat, but is an enablement tool to provide a tangible Return on Investment in the way of reduced time and costs. .

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well. These are based on my 40 years working in operations at Schwinn and other companies as well as consulting many companies on how to select the best 3PL for my client's needs. A Focus on Inventory Control Begets Warehouse Cost Reductions.

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Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

These may be known as logistics service providers (LSPs) or third-party logistics (3PL) providers, depending on the context for which they are needed. Some basic supply chain and logistics KPIs you should be measuring — or using a Business Intelligene tool to keep track of. How to calculate: Total transportation costs (i.e.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. But some of my other predictions did hit the mark or came close. For related commentary, see: TMS in the SMB Market: The Evolution Toward Software-as-a-Self-Service.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

However, what is refreshing to see is that although technology and innovation are a focus, that also we must understand the fundamentals in order to make it all work. In today’s global and connected economy, digital supply chains are the on-ramp to innovation and success. Start today by re-imagining your supply chain.

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EMERGE App

APRIL 5, 2024

The picture of wholesale distribution industry in 2024 The report from Research and Markets forecasts that the wholesale market size will reach $68,092.65 Through careful assessment, identify areas for potential cost reduction. This means consistently prioritizing the delivery of superior value at any cost.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

Reports 2014 Second-quarter Results. Side note: 3PLs have historically received a bad rap for being behind the technology curve, but in reality, some 3PLs actually have more IT people and spend more in R&D than many software companies! That said, not all 3PLs are created equal when it comes to IT. Con-way Inc.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

GE Acquires Top Supply Chain Software Provider ShipXpress to Expand Digital Rail Offerings. Robinson intends to purchase APC Logistics for approximately $300 million AUD (approximately $225 million USD) in cash. Help With Shipping Crisis (WSJ – sub. Robinson Expands Global Network, Acquires APC Logistics. UPS Announces U.S.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As the crossroads of tradition meets modernization, 3PL in the Kingdom shines brightly. Welcome to the dynamic world of KSA’s 3PL sector, where innovation meets opportunity. Mr. Salah Taha is an Executive Director at Starlinks, managing 3PL, E-commerce, and cold chain logistics. Missed the live session? Summing Up!

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

From 2022, we can see a steady rise in enterprise businesses investing in last-mile delivery software. Global Last Mile Delivery Software Market was valued at USD 5.38 – Verified Market Research, Last-mile delivery software market, Jun 2021. This has necessitated them to invest in last-mile delivery software.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 15, 2016

Sadly, I find each to have a limited view of supply chain analytics. Process industry leaders–chemical, consumer packaged goods, food/beverage–have greater issues using data, with software usability, and building effective connections to align and build effective relationships with trading partners. Good at email?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

BluJay Solutions Unveils MobileSTAR. Logility Acquires Halo Business Intelligence to Expand Advanced Analytics. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2018 Third Quarter Financial Results. Ryder Forms Strategic Partnership with Plug and Play to Support Development of Innovative Supply Chain and Logistics Startups. Answer at the end.).

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 6, 2015

UPS Accelerates Use of Routing Optimization Software to Reduce 100 Million Miles Driven. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2015 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. For related commentary, see A New Era for Global Trade Management Software? ). BNSF oil train derails in rural Illinois; two cars aflame (Reuters).

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Technology is such a constant force for change that we tend to look at new technological innovations as almost normal — or at least par for the course. If your business is going to keep pace with its competitors in such a rapidly changing world, it’s going to need to embrace and integrate as much technological innovation as it can.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 4, 2023

But times are changing, the use of reduce inventory offers more quality and useful performance metrics. The use of reduce inventory in production optimizes delays and reduces other associated costs. If your setup costs get spread over the run of a production, using reduce inventory would naturally lead to smaller setup cost.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

STORD’s innovative platform gives shippers a central hub to manage warehousing and distribution with modern tools to manage product flow, including inventory tracking across third-party logistics providers, order management made fast and simple, and analytics for data-driven decision-making.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 2, 2016

Like any outsourced partnership to a service and technology provider, such as in a 3PL relationship, it is vital that all sides are on the same page and speaking the same language in the way of goals, desired outcomes, strategy, and execution for whatever the customer and the outsourced provider are trying to achieve.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 21, 2021

65% of merchants in a recent survey reported an increase in ecommerce cart conversions of up to 25% when they offered a 1-2-day delivery promise. Having a top-notch packout solution is especially important for SMBs because inventory is typically their largest investment. This is where 3PL providers come in. The Bottom Line.

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