Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

The staff at the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) note, however, that the logistics industry plays an “out-sized — and often underappreciated — role … within the greater transportation ecosystem.”[1] Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. million people in the U.S.

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Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2024

Increased Traffic: With Baltimore out of commission, some cargo ships are being diverted to other ports, including Norfolk and Wilmington. Scheduling Changes: Ports like Norfolk are adjusting their operations to handle the additional cargo.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Much of the world is clamoring for finished products from their usual suppliers; but dwindling cargo space, skyrocketing transportation costs, and component delays make it difficult to keep shelves stocked. Use analytics to put your available inventory to the best use. You’re not powerless against supply chain disruptions!

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Staffing Solutions, which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. based transportation and logistics providers. Transportation 2.) Transportation Services. Inventory Management.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Logistic, fulfilment order for distribution. Loader, cargo truck, forklift with driver, worker with cart, boxes on rack. From warehousing and inventory management to shipping and returns processing, 3PLs are equipped with the expertise and infrastructure to streamline every step of the fulfillment journey.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 21, 2021

Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) Although not yet widely adopted, AGVs, as potential substitutes for forklifts, promise to revolutionize the way cargo is transported inside and outside the warehouse. This helps in optimizing inventory management as well as in making the warehouse safer while increasing visibility.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Solutions Group , which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. based transportation and logistics providers. Transportation 2.) Transportation Services. Vendor Managed Inventory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

It means being able to see where a shipment or an order is while it’s in transit — whether on a truck, a railcar, an ocean liner or a cargo plane — anywhere in the world. This is the portion of E2E that is most commonly referred to as “real-time transportation visibility”. Global supply chains are mind-bogglingly complex.

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QAD

DECEMBER 17, 2020

However, there are still numerous obstacles yet to be overcome including the distribution and containment of the vaccine at sub-zero temperatures. The Battle for Air Cargo Capacity. The air cargo sector is facing this challenge as it battles another one: lack of capacity. When it’s vaccine season, other cargo gets bumped.”

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 6, 2020

Intermodal shipping refers to using more than one mode of transportation, such as truck, rail, or ship, to transport goods from a shipper to consignee. Often, services begin with a container or cargo moved by truck to a ship, then back to a truck to finish the process. What is Intermodal Shipping? Reliable and Secure.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

With the advancement of transportation, like wheels and navigation techniques, transport to distant territories was completed over shorter periods. The Industrial Revolution gave rise to large-scale production and transportation efficiency, which led to the modern logistics landscape that we know today.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

Additionally, Amazon’s logistics services include transportation and warehousing solutions, allowing businesses of all sizes to leverage Amazon’s expertise and resources in streamlining their supply chain and improving their delivery capabilities. 2021: 1,608,000 Amazon Employees New hires: However, in 2022, they employed over 1.5

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Roambee

AUGUST 6, 2020

A pharma giant recently overcame its supply chain security and inventory management challenges and optimized their logistics using the power of real-time logistics visibility. This article aims to highlight the importance of a battle-tested pharma inventory management system. Here’s the story of how they made it happen!

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

This involves a lot of long-haul transportation.” Mr. Eberle is the vice president of logistics and distribution operations at Molex. The planners could choose to switch cargo from a slow-moving ship to air, for example. The data from Infor Nexus also helps the transportation teams do better carrier sourcing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The unprecedented cargo logjams off the southern California coast wreaking havoc on supply chains show no signs of waning. Even if much of their sought-after inventory remains stuck at sea, merchants still need to move products that are available, and this brings its own set of relentless challenges. Manufacturers also adjusted.

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2023

But, the fact of the matter is, if you’re transporting products overseas then you need to know how to properly fill out a shipping manifest. 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).

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Beagen has extensive experience in oceanborne commerce and maritime law, with specific emphasis on maritime transportation, Shipping Act issues, supply chain management, international antitrust law, and port and terminal operations. international ocean transportation system for the benefit of U.S. exporters, importers, and the U.S.

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20Cube Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

For one, using a company that specialises in logistics means you can leverage its network of warehouses and transportation modes to scale your distribution globally. After you place an order with a vendor, you use the estimated delivery dates to forecast your next order, logistics, and distribution.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

In this article, leading experts from various sectors in transportation industry will discuss transportation trends you should take a closer look. However, the end of the recession and an increase in demand for transportation services did not restore the motor carrier industry to its former state.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This actually hindered the initial distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. Many businesses across all industries, including manufacturing and distribution are looking for workers. Transportation and Distribution. A third major disruptor to supply chains today is transportation and distribution.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Investopedia defines it as “the overall process of managing how resources are acquired, stored, and transported to their final destination.” ” Shopify says it is “the process of coordinating and moving resources – people, materials, inventory, and equipment – from one location to storage at the desired destination.”

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Or distribution? Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Distribution Center Management. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. So what is a 3PL?

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 30, 2021

Supply Chain Implications Smaller stores typically mean less inventory. As many of these stores are also serving as online fulfillment locations, positioning the right inventory at the right store will be important. Hence, investing and utilizing a good inventory management system will be critical. The key here is fast.

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Stord

APRIL 7, 2019

True Value is investing $150 million in upgrades to its supply chain that will cover a new distribution center in Pennsylvania, ordering software, and more. The company is transitioning to a new hub-and-spoke model for distribution that sorts and stores product around its network based on how quickly shipments need to reach stores.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Or distribution? Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Distribution Center Management. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. So what is a 3PL?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2016

Or distribution? Among the services which they provide are transportation, warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, packaging, and freight forwarding. Transportation Services. Distribution Center Management. Vendor Managed Inventory. Logistics/Transportation Consulting. So what is a 3PL?

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 24, 2022

The increased investments were attributed to supply chain disruptions such as raw material shortages, delays at ports, labor shortages, lack of warehousing space, and tight capacity across all modes of transportation. ” · “Returns take up a lot of increasingly expensive warehouse space, and transportation costs are going up.”

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SupplyPike

MAY 14, 2020

These activities can involve storage and transport of inventory or supplies, monitoring of day-to-day activities, the preparation behind these processes, and blending these different components throughout the supply chain. Inventory Map. Why Supply Chain Management is Important. Your Supply Chain Simplified.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 21, 2022

A global chemical manufacturer recently had to replace ships that transported bulk materials to ports. This chemical manufacturer is converting its entire distribution system to containers. In addition to product management, logistics also includes inventory management. This will help a company become more profitable.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 28, 2019

Daniel Gagnon, Vice President of Marketing for Global Logistics and Distribution at UPS, explains, “This fast-paced, new world of change in logistics is happening because businesses and consumers are demanding better (faster) service at a lower-cost-to-serve. Capture transportation, distribution, and service costs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2013

Warehouses are used by manufacturers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, transport businesses, customs, etc. Pick and pack is a part of a complete supply chain management process that is commonly used in, but not limited to, the retail distribution of goods. Access to transportation infrastructure is also a key consideration.

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20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Use of RFID is most effective in warehouses and distribution centres (DCs) by improving efficiency and productivity. . Not only that, RFID can also drill down to know the exact location of the cargo movement, the inventory it is carrying, the allocation and much more. . How it’s useful in the supply chain? In a warehouse.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 21, 2021

A new era of air transportation trends is emerging to create a confusing outlook for shippers. This is all happening while the Transportation Security Administration is reporting a 1000%+ increase in passenger travel in April 2021, compared to April 2020, with the vaccine fueling hopes of getting back to a sense of “normalcy.”.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 1, 2022

This collaboration helps carriers plan capacity needs, temporary seasonal labor requirements, third-party transportation purchases, and more down to the zip code level. As a result, many retailers are sitting on excess inventory. Inventory hangovers will probably last beyond the parcel peak season and likely into 2023.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Restaurants, bars find suppliers’ inventories are running dry. Roughly the size of a small cooler, Amazon Scout vehicles can transport small packages along sidewalks at walking pace. FedEx invests $2 billion in sustainability initiatives. Porsche calls on its suppliers to use 100% renewable energy. Descartes acquires GreenMile.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In the race to fill distribution centers and store shelves with inventory for the holidays, some of the world’s largest retailers and ecommerce sellers are jumping ahead of smaller competitors by chartering ships, shifting freight to air, re-rerouting inland shipments, and hiring more staff for distribution centers and other supply chain nodes.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 10, 2016

Target charges suppliers more to help offload unsold inventory (Reuters). iContainers, Expedia for transporting freight internationally, raises $6.7 April 2016 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Last week, I highlighted how Walmart is piloting the use of drones in its warehouses for inventory tracking.

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