CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 15, 2021

However, with this year’s volatility, I was also given a front-row seat to a new level of hyper collaboration – including individuals going out of their way to help each other, more strategy sessions between shippers and forwarders, and continually leaning into historical data and current market insights to find smarter solutions.

Sourcing Strategies 64

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Stord

APRIL 7, 2019

Rail freight volumes continued to fall at the end of March alongside service outages due to flooding in the Midwest. True Value has already successfully implemented this strategy in the Midwest, and is now bringing it to its Northeast region with this new investment.

Warehousing 60

Warehousing Kansas City Los Angeles New York City 60

Intelligent Audit

MARCH 17, 2022

Although California boasts the highest average fuel price at $5.76 In the face of this and an overall carrier talent shortage , shippers must be creative with their freight network optimization to meet all of their customer’s needs. Consolidate Freight Wherever Possible. Leverage Domestic Inventory Before Ordering More Overseas.

Price Reduction 98

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Ware2Go

APRIL 18, 2022

However, Amazon sellers looking for a more diversified fulfillment strategy that enables them to grow their brand both on Amazon and off may be looking to build their own Amazon distribution network. Knowing where consumers are located, and therefore where packages need to be delivered, allows them to stock inventory appropriately.

Network Optimization 59

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Target went to 24/7 operations several years ago, reported Newsbreak , but Target also has goals of increasing its activity levels during the off-peak hours of operation: “Target handles about 50% of its containers that arrive in California ports at night … and is committed to increasing that amount by 10% over the next 90 days.”.

Long Beach 52

Long Beach Los Angeles California Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Recent inventory corrections have caused carrier volumes to stagnate, frustrating carriers and highlighting hopes for volume normaliza t ion in 2023. As Niall van de Wouw, Chief Air Freight Officer at Xeneta, told Supply Chain Dive, “We are six weeks away from Christmas, and there is no indication there will be a peak.”. Roughly 2.5%

Turkey 52

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

So the shortage will continue, but for some sellers, the problem will be too much inventory.”. Looks for Savings in Freight Broker Contracts. is working to overhaul its extensive network of trucks, planes, trains, and ships–beginning with its relationships with the freight brokers that supply their transportation channels.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 20, 2021

In this article, we aid shippers in understanding why these shutdowns are occurring, how they will affect the replenishment of inventory, what other disruptions might occur in tandem, and how a data-rich shipping strategy can help. Why Port Shutdowns Are Continuing. Resilient, Data-Rich Supply Chains Are the Solution.

Shipping 52

Shipping Los Angeles Long Beach Supply Chain Planning Software 52

West Coast and California Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

distribution strategy. For this decision, you’ll need to look at the impact of port location on time-to-market, customer satisfaction, freight costs and inventory costs. Your job, in logistics, is to mitigate the negative impacts of your import supply chain by designing an efficient U.S.

Asia 48

Asia Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping 48

ShipBob

MARCH 30, 2020

Ecommerce logistics refers to the processes involved in storing and shipping inventory for an online store or marketplace, including inventory management and the picking, packing, and shipping of online orders. Fulfillment is one of the most critical pieces of ecommerce logistics, which includes: Inventory management.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software 90

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The Wall Street Journal Logistics Report indicated late last week that: “ the backup of container ships off the Southern California coast that was at the heart of the U.S. supply chain congestion during the Covid-19 pandemic has effectively disappeared.” Similarly, August imports reportedly decline 12 percent from prior year levels.

Ukraine 52

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 4, 2016

At the annual Modern Supply Chain Experience in San Jose, California, Oracle announced plans to devote more time and energy into improving cloud supply chain management seems to point towards an eventual shift of all supply chain management from legacy-based systems to the use of the cloud.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

While FBA sellers weren’t held directly liable for this failure, thousands of FBA sellers were severely impacted when Amazon enforced last minute changes to their inventory storage policy just before the holidays. Amazon FBA Inventory Woes. Mishandled inventory is one of the problems most commonly reported by Amazon FBA sellers.

Florida 43

Florida Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings 43

GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

This process has already been deployed in vending machines owned by Cantaloupe System in California. Cantaloupe System uses the IoT to help monitor the temperatures of their vending machines, detect thieves, and monitor inventory. Analysis of Trends and Recommendations. Let us know in the comments section below.

Internet of things 120

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

US homes 8 retailers keeping Earth Day alive through a commitment to sustainability Ground parcel delivery costs reached a record high in Q1, although pricing discounts from carriers softened the blow, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index. The portion of the index tracking ground parcel rates per package in Q1 was 29.5 percent for Q4.

Material Savings 204

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 25, 2024

So, the parking spots are getting more and more occupied with drop trailers, meaning lot capacity shrinks while finding the trailer with the highest-priority inventory becomes even harder. Problem number three: appointment scheduling is a mess. For various reasons, many drivers show up unexpectedly and at the same time.

Expense Reduction 230

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

This distinguished gentleman happened to have just retired as President of Global Freight Forwarding, and prior to that, as President of UPS Asia Pacific. The class was focused on building and developing cost models, both for should-cost modeling, as well as total cost modeling.

Negotiating Skills 60

Negotiating Skills Electronics Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 60

EMERGE App

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

We’ll cover what is meant by seasonal inventory first and then cover some of the problems that it may cause you in the management of your inventory levels. What is Seasonal Inventory? What Problems Can Seasonal Inventory Cause? What Can I Do About Seasonal Inventory? Make Forecasts From Historical Sales.

Inventory Reduction 45

Inventory Reduction Inventory Material Savings Purchasing Skills 45

ShipBob

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

As the term suggests it involves the unloading of freight from one transport vehicle and loading it onto another. When the location isn’t rail-served, planes and ocean freight containers may also be used as a method of transportation. A container of office supplies is sent from India via flight to California, USA.

Rail Software 52

Rail Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Shipping Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? Some co-packers support their clients in R&D, buying of packaging material and ingredients, inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment. Does the co-packer offer any additional services?

Beverage 40

Beverage Food Negotiating Skills Material Savings 40

Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? Some co-packers support their clients in R&D, buying of packaging material and ingredients, inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment. Does the co-packer offer any additional services?

Beverage 40

Beverage Food Negotiating Skills Material Savings 40

Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? Some co-packers support their clients in R&D, buying of packaging material and ingredients, inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment. Does the co-packer offer any additional services?

Beverage 40

Beverage Food Negotiating Skills Material Savings 40

Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? Some co-packers support their clients in R&D, buying of packaging material and ingredients, inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment. Does the co-packer offer any additional services?

Beverage 40

Beverage Food Negotiating Skills Material Savings 40

Logichain Solutions

JULY 10, 2018

With more than 100 co-packers specializing in food and beverage products in California alone, how do you find the right partner? Some co-packers support their clients in R&D, buying of packaging material and ingredients, inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment. Does the co-packer offer any additional services?

Beverage 40

Beverage Food Negotiating Skills Material Savings 40

6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In higher-traffic markets, Advance Auto Parts has “hub” stores that keep more inventory in-stock to give customers what they need when they need it. Bed Bath & Beyond is also implementing inventory reduction strategies and is on track for a 5% reduction year-over-year by the end of the current fiscal year.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 45

QAD

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Because import freight is sitting on docks longer and warehouses receiving containers are backlogged, we’re also seeing a shortage of containers and chassis to move containers. QAD Demand and Delivery ensures visibility and collaboration on inventory, schedules, orders, shipments, invoices and replenishment requirements.

Supply Chain Disruption 93

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ShipBob

JANUARY 22, 2020

Competition is higher than ever, so having a solid strategy in place to scale your business is important. . Self-fulfilling orders will become a challenge, and it will become harder to manage your inventory and get orders out the door in a timely manner. . The demand is there and it’s global. Your customer base is expanding.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

FedEx Express is teaming up with California Bay Area-based Elroy Air, the company building the first end-to-end autonomous vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aerial cargo system. Ongoing global supply chain disruptions have many companies shifting supply chain strategies.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 208

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6 River Systems

APRIL 4, 2019

AI will be able to survey an area or room and create an accurate inventory in seconds, including weights and volumes, and determine damage on items. Companies can accurately forecast demand, timely order raw materials and manage inventory more efficiently. Marc Tuinier. Abbas Dhilawala. Abbas Dhilawala is the CTO of Galen Data.

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ShipBob

MARCH 12, 2023

If the goal is to cut costs while also meeting customer needs, it takes some time to think through an effective shipping strategy. One strategy that ecommerce businesses are taking advantage of is a shipping concept known as “zone skipping.” What is zone skipping? Who can benefit from zone skipping?

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies 52

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

In any typical year, companies around the globe must factor the New Year shutdown into their inventory management plans. Indeed, a panel of experts in Palm Springs, California, for the U.S. Pilot Freight Services’ purchase of LTL company American Linehaul Corp. As a result, there is no longer a place for just-in-time logistics.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 77

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6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

All of the above (and other down-stream KPIs and processes) are heavily influenced by the accuracy of a demand forecast: if the demand forecast is much more accurate, a company is more likely to have the right product, in the right quantities in inventory and will have less of the products in inventory that is not required.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 96

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has embarked on an ambitious Net Zero Roadmap, outlining a comprehensive strategy to slash greenhouse gas emissions at the New York/New Jersey seaport. As a result, retailers now have more bargaining power over suppliers.

South Korea 220

South Korea Logistics Network Optimization Software Los Angeles Supply Chain Planning Software 220

Elementum

JULY 20, 2015

The collapse of a major bridge on I-10 connecting California to Arizona served as a striking reminder that US infrastructure is failing and little is being done about it. The bridge, built in 1967, had been labeled “functionally obsolete” by the National Bridge Inventory in 2014. Bridge in Troubled Water.

Inventory Reduction 60

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Arizona Sourcing Strategies 60

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

MARCH 10, 2023

We would like to share some insights on the general economy and freight market specifically with you: our customers, employees, business partners and community. While many economists warned of the inherent uncertainties of a market dependent upon new variables with very little historical precedent, few predicted the freight recession of 2022.

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