GlobalTranz

MAY 6, 2021

Regardless, the high costs of last mile logistics also make this particular aspect of transportation ripe for optimization. Some organizations may even describe it based on the type of delivery, such as white glove services or just-leave-on-porch (JLOP) delivery. The modern supply chain must be an omnichannel network.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Last year, truck capacity demand reached historic highs due to a combination of factors, including ongoing equipment and labor shortages. Still, the e-commerce boom pushes more freight into trucks as shippers re-think inventory levels to meet omnichannel demands. It’s not as easy as just building more trucks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

Combined with omnichannel offerings like buy online pick up in store (BOPIS) and curbside pickup, two-hour and same-day delivery round out a suite of order fulfillment services even Amazon cannot match. Gig economy fulfillment setting retailers apart. Walgreens and Target among the leaders. Target offers same-day delivery from Shipt.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 18, 2021

Omnichannel supply chains have become increasingly more common in the modern transportation network. As a result, a great deal of confusion has arisen about what omnichannel chains are and what they are not. Why the Omnichannel Supply Chain Enables Better, Easier Reopening.

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Unleashed

APRIL 2, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news Insights from an ecommerce niche-market pioneer Tips for reducing transportation costs Job opportunities from Sony, Patagonia, and more In supply chain headlines Food & Beverage sector sees continued growth and innovation. Experts discuss secrets to omnichannel retailing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. And, more than ever, these decisions have to be made on the fly, in real-time. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2022

But are the Jetsons just a few centuries before their time? And I’m not talking about the future of home delivery with drones or robots (more on that later). Today, July 22, 2022, is George Jetson’s birthday. As in the actual day he was born. Talk about flexibility. In the next 40 years, the answer is (most likely) a definitive no.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

They have changed the way they see logistics, and no longer view it as just a support process in their organization. To do this, they must be able to adapt quickly, to rapidly get their offer on the market and to exploit changes in the market. How long the company has been in business also turns out to be unimportant.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2018

The surge of e-commerce generated more than $85 billion in the transportation industry in 2015, explains John D. E-Commerce Is More Than Just Parcel Part of the problem with the growth of e-commerce is about the misconception that all e-commerce transactions exist solely as parcels. Offer more than just delivery.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 21, 2023

Better sourcing processes, how to implement omnichannel fulfilment, and creative solutions for labour shortages. But one thing that still needs to take hold with the e-commerce market is this – E-Commerce brands are no longer just product companies. That’s how long has passed since the world as we knew it changed.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. How can you apply the digital supply chain for effectiveness including going omnichannel. These will only contain posts written in 2017.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Once upon a time, you brought me so much joy. Is it time to reconsider the subscription I once would have given life and limb for? Breaking it down, the three sources of the price increase appear to be 1) labor costs, 2) transportation (shipping) fees, and 3) member benefits – aka, content.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

From pet supplies – who doesn’t want a furry remote work friend – to outdoor activities, some initial pandemic shopping trends aren’t going away any time soon. Whether it’s something psychological (is it just me, or does pulling out the laptop feel like “work”?) The Retail Trends Shaping How We Shop in 2022. Ah, the joy of shopping.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

But is that a real possibility, or are the predictions of supply chain mayhem just so much panic and hot air? Other reports say that people are sickening quickly and in enormous numbers, leaving factories short-staffed at the worst possible time—Chinese New Year. An End is in Sight, But Will it Be Too Late?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Apparently, he had been hiding in the closet the entire time while the other kids had moved on to other games upstairs. There’s a business lesson here somewhere, I just can’t put my finger on it. Well, IBM Sterling TMS has come out of that black hole, with Kewill acquiring the solution this week.

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Stord

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Just to the cloud. The logistics sector has seen large investments in ERPs, warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS) and others. As many businesses realize, whether B2B, B2C or omnichannel, more incompatible technologies can impact business results. Not to infinity.and beyond.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Stating the Obvious: Amazon Competes in Transportation and Logistics Services. ” This is just stating the obvious. ” This is just stating the obvious. ” This is just stating the obvious. req’d) Global Blue Chips Intensify Efforts to Increase Supply Chain Transparency (WSJ – sub.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Further, the model would understand how that set-up time could change based on the routing of the product, and whether the setup time changes if product A is made after product B versus being made after product C. Johanna Småros, the Cofounder at RELEX Solutions, described their new capacity solution to me. That is changing.

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Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

And as both online and offline retailers are pulled further and faster into a future where consumer demands are steadily increasing and customer experience is paramount, the need for advanced logistics solutions delivered seamlessly across all channels not just by providers, but by true partners, will only continue to increase. Jim Tompkins.

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ShipBob

JULY 14, 2022

Without this knowledge, you might be leaving your goods in the hands of as many as 20 outside vendors and partners to ensure they get delivered on time — and you may not even know the names of all those vendors. Some days it’s enough to know your shipment is on a boat, somewhere, and that you’ll maybe get an email when it arrives at port.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

As we like to say here at Stord, for many companies - B2B, B2C or omnichannel - their supply chain is f… well, let’s just say it leaves something – and in many cases a lot – to be desired. However, this is no longer the case as lead times are longer and unpredictable. What impact will technology have on supply chains this year?

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ThroughPut

JULY 28, 2020

When was the last time you went to your neighborhood Home Depot? Along with experimenting in crowdsourced deliveries in cars, Home Depot succeeded in giving customers a well-defined delivery window of two to four hours thanks to investing in a transport management system. Supply chain optimization and challenges. Sounds simple?

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Since produce and fresh ingredients are crucial for holiday meals, safely transporting these temperature-sensitive items, delivering them on time and in full, and keeping them freshly stocked on store shelves is vitally important for retailers. Omnichannel is one of the biggest topics when it comes to convenience for shoppers.

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Stord

APRIL 26, 2022

The Three Types of Supply Chain Strategies Making Waves Today, we’re seeing businesses take creative approaches to increasing the resiliency of their supply chain, and these strategies boil down to three categories: changes to the way goods are manufactured, transported, and stored. Two popular trends? As the U.S.

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Cathy Roberson

JUNE 5, 2021

This was the first time for me doing something like this and I have to admit I was a bit hesitant because I’ve always prided myself in being unbiased in this crazy world of way too much content. Momentum During Manhattan Associates’ Momentum conference, Manhattan Active Transportation Management solution (TMS) was introduced.

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Elementum

AUGUST 8, 2018

They can opt for next-day delivery and even track shipments in real-time. Omnichannel retail is becoming the obvious solution for businesses to offer flexibility to customers. A sleek omnichannel supply chain lets buyers finish their purchase in-store or online, regardless of how it was initiated.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Connected omnichannel services. And in terms of inventory management the cloud is key to: Tracking inventory location and levels in real time, even for remote warehouses. It’s seen businesses adapting rapidly, with technology playing a key role in giving managers the flexibility and efficiency to thrive. Cloud technology accelerates.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 21, 2020

This massive uptick in e-commerce is, in turn, necessitating a change in the ways that manufacturers, distributors and retailers transport their wares to the end consumer, forcing them to rely more heavily on less-than-truckload and parcel shipments. The closer we get to the holidays, the tighter capacity is likely to become.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

In fact, it is not just a desire for more; it a demand. Furthermore, customers want a seamless experience that stretches across all possible buying channels, and returns must be accomplished just as easily, asserts Multichannel Merchant. Across the global economy, consumers are wanting more. Next-day, if not same-day, delivery.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 7, 2018

Most all shippers have felt the recent tightening in capacity. Even giants like General Mills, Tyson Foods, and Campbell have reported strained budgets due to a rise in transportation costs over the past few months. Retail Delivery Standards Retailers grade suppliers on their ability to deliver shipments on-time and in-full.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2022

Convenience + Brand experience = Omnichannel retailing. Though online presence adds convenience and expands your audience base, it cannot provide a real-time brand experience. This unified mix of convenience from online shopping and brand experience from offline shopping is called omnichannel retailing.

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Elementum

AUGUST 8, 2018

They can opt for next-day delivery and even track shipments in real-time. Omnichannel retail is becoming the obvious solution for businesses to offer flexibility to customers. A sleek omnichannel supply chain lets buyers finish their purchase in-store or online, regardless of how it was initiated.

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Vinculum

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Now is a good time for your business to opt for online sales as well. If this is your first time managing e-commerce operations or you are exploring e-commerce as a priority sales channel, here are the different hurdles you are likely to face during the festive season. Delivering an omnichannel customer experience.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

and other delivery firms that struggled with too much pandemic-fueled demand from online retailers like Amazon and Walmart, now have the opposite problem – too much delivery capacity.”. There is no better time to do this than during peak season. What Is E-Commerce Peak Season?

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

As a critical component of the sales process, order fulfillment ensures customers receive the order on time. If customers do not receive their orders on time, they won’t buy from that company again. So, order fulfillment is critical for businesses to provide customers with cost-effective, timely, and delightful deliveries.

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

These aren’t just tools but potential game-changers for your bottom line in the long run. This magic isn’t confined to just one corner of your business. Think of supply chain analytics as your strategic advantage, like catching that perfect wave early in the surfing game. Today, we are at USD 7.41 Ready to dive in?

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

While increased independence from Amazon may seem like less-than-stellar news, UPS believes the transition could improve capacity access for other shippers within their network. . However, as Supply Chain Dive warns, the rate plateau “ could be just a temporary plateau before the next leg down. ” Potential for Conflict Between U.S.

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