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The Importance of Visibility In the Supply Chain

Precoro

Another predominant characteristic of the highly visible supply chain is a certain level of synchronicity with the suppliers’ and logistic operators’ systems for verifying the current status of incoming or outgoing orders. Cargo Status Current information about the location and status of cargo is the first pillar of supply chain visibility.

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Understanding First-Mile Delivery & Why it’s Important for Your Store

ShipBob

In the ecommerce logistics industry , there’s been a lot of buzz on topic of last mile delivery. For instance, choosing between a domestic or overseas supplier will impact how quickly you ca receive new inventory, and where you story inventory based on customer location and demand can impact shipping costs and timelines.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 14 – 20)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The new program reduces the time it takes to fulfill an order by up to 25%, the company said, and it can identify and store inventory up to 75% faster. The move will set new guidelines for companies like Nvidia Corp., So maybe this functionality will help to get people outside more.

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Real Results Magazine: Must-Have Tips to Boost Your Supply Chain

BlueYonder

They include: Global electronics manufacturer TE Connectivity , which uses an 18-month rolling forecast to drive sales and operations planning, gaining a granular view of demand and improving inventory turns, customer service, agility and forecast accuracy.

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Navigating Troubled Waters: The Red Sea Crisis and the Vulnerability of Global Supply Chains

ModusLink Corporation

Collaborate with logistics partners to establish diversified and flexible transportation plans. Implement security protocols to protect cargo and vessels from piracy and other security threats. Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to share real-time information on inventory levels, shipments, and potential delays.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 11-15, 2016)

Talking Logistics

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon ‘in talks over Hahn Airport base’ ( Lloyd’s Loading List ). Accenture Releases Enhanced Ocean Cargo Pricing Software to Provide Greater Pricing Visibility for Carriers. London’s Delivery Cube “pauses” logistics operations to focus on tech platform ( TechCrunch ).

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What is the FMSCA’s Unified Registration System (URS) And What is the Impact on Transportation & Logistics Management?

GlobalTranz

Transportation managers must keep up with the ship dates of inventory, where inventory is currently located in the transportation process, what insurance information is being used and appropriated for each shipment, and many more factors. How Will the Unified Registration System Impact Existing Transportation and Logistics Providers?