Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

From the last half of 2017 through today and beyond, a slew of market forces, some predictable and some unexpected, have combined to create a very real truck capacity shortage in the United States. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy. Holiday Season.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 3, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) has been a major topic among manufacturers and third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) for several years. However, the IIoT is beginning to encroach on all aspect of manufacturing and supply chain management for its wide-ranging deployment and application to improving processes.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

In place of long paper trails and maintenance schedules, machines with the capacity to communicate their needs and issues via the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) are becoming an essential component of effective processes. Fleet or transportation management is another aspect of manufacturing reaping the rewards of the IoT.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Every day, retailers and manufacturers are challenged to balance ambitious customer service promises with profit margin protection. Extending visibility of available capacities in the market enables a more effective result, often delivering win-wins for collaborative trading partners. How great can the impact be?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Capacity Will Grow Tighter. Capacity was stretched beyond limitations in 2014, and fleets around the country tried to optimize operations through freight reclassification, dimensional pricing models and freight consolidation, explains Jeff Berman of Logistics Management. This will be the most important trend to watch in 2017.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

For the past 175 years, Carlsberg has continuously reinvented itself from a marketing, innovation and product perspective, while remaining true to its core values of enriching communities while manufacturing quality drinks. Dealing with each area — planning, manufacturing, distribution, fulfilment, etc. —

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Starting his career in carrier procurement and management within a Fortune 100 logistics company, Lynch has held positions of responsibility in all areas of?third-party?logistics. third-party?logistics. About Zipline Logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In the supply chain world, contract logistics – where a third-party logistics (3PL) firm runs and manages warehouses on behalf of their clients, is a $200 billion plus market. There is also managed planning, where a services firm uses a supply chain system to forecast demand, and plan replenishment and manufacturing.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

When you outsource one or more parts of your logistics process, such as warehousing, inventory management or order fulfillment , you’re utilizing a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. In this article, we’ll review what third-party logistics is, the various types of outsourced logistics and what to look for in a 3PL.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The Emergence of Logistics as Constraint. Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. Availability of logistics was always assumed. Air expediting took on a new meaning in January, with air capacity down 18% and escalating prices. Over time, this changed. This has changed.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

The 26 th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study – sponsored by NTT Data, Penske, and Penn State – was released a week ago. The report is based on surveys of shippers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers – there were 345 respondents – as well as interviews with subject matter experts.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 7, 2021

Starting his career in carrier procurement and management within a Fortune 100 logistics company, Lynch has held positions of responsibility in all areas of?third-party?logistics. third-party?logistics. About Zipline Logistics.

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Turvo

MARCH 1, 2022

Worldwide third-party logistics (3PL) has emerged as a viable option for meeting global distribution demands. But global logistics is still a reactive industry. To tackle shipment-level concerns, retailers, manufacturers, and carriers are continually at odds with one another.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

The dilemma required the company to partner with year-round, temperature-controlled capacity to transport the product. This refrigerated shipping method costs significantly more than the standard 53-foot dry van capacity. The customer was so pleased with the outcome, they adopted the logistics solution globally across their fleet.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

The dilemma required the company to partner with year-round, temperature-controlled capacity to transport the product. This refrigerated shipping method costs significantly more than the standard 53-foot dry van capacity. The customer was so pleased with the outcome, they adopted the logistics solution globally across their fleet.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

With the flexible capacity of solutions like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), especially with a robots-as-a-service (RaaS) subscription model, seasonal spikes become easier than ever to manage. This lowers costs while providing flexible capacity that mirrors seasonal or market changes.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

In transportation management, outsourcing has another name, partnering with a third-party logistics provider (3PL), like Cerasis. IT capacity varies today, but blockchain and TMS will bring virtually unlimited IT capacity to transportation management and supply chain processing.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2019

Logistics consolidation will have a resounding effect on the industry in 2019. Logistics consolidation is a fancy way of describing the transition of shipping modes to accommodate available capacity. Unfortunately, the capacity crunch appears to be worsening, and drivers are growing scarcer. Download WhitePaper.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

To understand what’s going on with third-party logistics , we had an extensive discussion with four industry thought leaders at BR Williams. Companies dependent on China for manufacturing shut down, with no other options, for what seemed an eternity in today’s world.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 15, 2023

To enable manufacturers, retailers, and third-party logistics (3PL) companies to improve supply chain visibility and operational performance, Blue Yonder has placed a focus on continuing to innovate and perfect our transportation management capabilities, as well as the broader supply chain execution functionality.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 4, 2017

The system must also have the capacity to function regularly, and as a result, cloud-based platforms or TMS double down on this benefit. Additive Manufacturing Brings Manufacturing Close to Consumers. Technology must function 24/7. But, last mile technology is evolving. Drones and Autonomous Vehicles Reduce Overhead.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

Logistics Management Software is one that helps drive the logistics function of an organization by managing the actual flow of materials, goods, and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Logistics has, however, come a long way. Before the 1950s, logistics was perceived in purely military terms.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

Logistics Management Software is one that helps drive the logistics function of an organization by managing the actual flow of materials, goods, and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Logistics has, however, come a long way. Before the 1950s, logistics was perceived in purely military terms.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

Logistics Management Software is one that helps drive the logistics function of an organization by managing the actual flow of materials, goods, and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Logistics has, however, come a long way. Before the 1950s, logistics was perceived in purely military terms.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

In that case, your business might benefit from working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider for your warehousing and fulfillment needs. Here are the top 10 benefits of third-party warehousing: 1. The top reason to work with a third party for your warehousing needs is to save money.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

With the flexible capacity of solutions like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), especially with a robots-as-a-service (RaaS) subscription model, seasonal spikes become easier than ever to manage. This lowers costs while providing flexible capacity that mirrors seasonal or market changes.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 29, 2024

With the flexible capacity of solutions like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), especially with a robots-as-a-service (RaaS) subscription model, seasonal spikes become easier than ever to manage. This lowers costs while providing flexible capacity that mirrors seasonal or market changes.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

logistics industry continues in a state of recession. percentage points In May, noted as an indication that shippers are consuming even less of available capacity than the month earlier. A further manifestation has been operational and financial impacts to high-flyer logistics technology start-ups.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Watch Now The growing spotlight on last-mile delivery As we navigate the digital age, industries like e-commerce, 3PL (third-party logistics), retail, and manufacturing are experiencing a seismic shift in how they operate, particularly in the realm of deliveries. Insights are just a click away!

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2017

In addition, these technologies can introduce a new level of visibility and improve overall operations, asserts The Manufacturer magazine. However, the rise of third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) is also changing the game.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Challenges in Today’s State of E-Commerce Logistics The challenges of today’s e-commerce strategies were formed when supply chain leaders believed the only solution to e-commerce was expansion. This analogy applies to the expansion of e-commerce and as a result, the expansion of e-commerce logistics. Be accessible to customers.

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20Cube Logistics

MAY 29, 2022

With the government policies supporting the manufacturing activities in India, warehousing becomes the next big thing. In 2021, the third-Party Logistics ( 3PL ), was reported to occupy the maximum warehousing space, followed by e-commerce. Smaller cities become new hubs in the Indian warehousing landscape.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 13, 2022

Just as manufacturers and distributors were starting to climb out of the ‘COVID hole’, they’ve been knocked back in. Unpacking expected disruptions across the supply chain for manufacturers and distributors. This will in turn impact manufacturing operations up- and downstream as much as raw material mining.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

The direct-to-consumer (D2C) model has been gaining popularity among customers for some time now as manufacturers get a lot more room to provide customized brand experiences that bring a lot more delight to consumers, which in turn strengthen brand loyalty.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2017

The electronic logging device (ELD) mandate compliance date is around the corner, and shipping capacity is tightening at a phenomenal rate. Experts predict the 2017 holiday shopping season to be one for the record books, and steady growth in the stock market alludes to a new manufacturing boom. Click Here.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Strategic relationships, improved collaboration with logistics providers, and the possibility of bringing 3PL/4PL in-house to reduce transportation and warehouse costs and gain more control over logistics operations are all strategies to enable supply chain resiliency.

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