CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 20, 2015

What’s probably the number one reason shippers avoid transporting their cargo by air? When considering the cost of a modal shift to air cargo, keep in mind that the freight cost is only one component of the equation. Don’t forget that shipping by air is not a one-size-fits-all option. You guessed it: Cost. Next Flight Out.

Supply Chain Optimization 34

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TMC

JANUARY 5, 2017

Rising container volumes, fluctuations in demand, and the constant need for just in time inventory have increased the impact of dwell time over recent years. Here are three ways that shippers and beneficial cargo owners can mitigate the risk of excessive dwell time in any port. Establish excellent network connectivity.

Freight 48

Freight Supply Chain Planning Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning 48

Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

Shipping Gazette Daily News. One of the most comprehensive daily summaries, and by far the leading Asian-based summary, China’s Shipping Gazette provides daily information about carriers, forwarders and technology. Air Cargo World. This American based niche news site specialises in air cargo. Logistics Management.

Resource Reduction 120

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 22, 2016

First, more inventory would be in transit at any given time. And second, to avoid running out of in-demand products, the shipper would have to stock more inventory as a buffer for unpredictable demand during those 11 days. This paper offers many more observations about how the expansion will impact shippers and carriers.

Panama 34

Panama Price Reduction Columbus Inventory Reduction 34

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Transportation managers are spending upward of 80 percent of working hours just looking for available shipping capacity, reports Talking Logistics , reflecting a portion of companies that have not leveraged the power of a TMS. Get Your Free White Paper. How Surface Mode Shippers Can Compete in E-Commerce Logistics.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 161

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

Inventory tracking enables flexible e-Commerce fulfillment models and allows for managing shocks caused by shop closures. Maritime Informatics is the application of information systems to increasing the efficiency, safety, sustainability of the world’s shipping industry. Suppliers need to prioritise actions to support solutions.

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TMC

DECEMBER 8, 2016

When the expanded Panama Canal opened this June, a new set of routes became available for shippers and beneficial cargo owners (BCOs). These enterprises are no longer reliant on the Suez Canal route for shipping freight on Post-Panamax container vessels to the United States. Is your supply chain make-to-order, make-to-stock, or both?

Panama 48

Panama Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 48

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 22, 2017

Look at ocean cargo consolidation (less than container load, or LCL). The process of cargo consolidation results in better freight rates for you, and better cargo security measures. Cargo consolidation is a strategic option for many shippers—especially those with a lean supply chain or in a just in time environment.

Negotiating Skills 34

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 25, 2016

Look at ocean cargo consolidation (less than container load, or LCL). The process of cargo consolidation results in better freight rates for you, and better cargo security measures. Cargo consolidation is a strategic option for many shippers—especially those with a lean supply chain or in a just in time environment.

Negotiating Skills 34

Negotiating Skills Global Third Party Logistics Cargo 34

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

“This would increase the complexity of route planning and make more difficult the quest to eliminate empty back hauls as the number of shipping points increases and the number of shipments out of more rural locations increases,” explains Skip Berry in an article published by Clarkston Consulting. Efficient warehouse operations.

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

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Arena Solutions

JANUARY 3, 2022

Effective supply chain collaboration is critical to ensure quality products are shipped to customers on time. In the case of natural disasters and other regional incidents—having multiple suppliers across different geographical locations lessens the impact of closed ports, canceled cargo flights, and other supply chain logistics issues.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing 52

RFgen

AUGUST 7, 2013

Barcode scanner software has been immeasurably helpful in providing manufacturers with the tools needed to keep tabs on inventory counts, shipments and other important aspects of the organization. Download the white paper, Got a License Plate for that Pallet? Providing Up-to-date, Accurate Data.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Network Software Warehousing 52

RFgen

AUGUST 7, 2013

Barcode scanner software has been immeasurably helpful in providing manufacturers with the tools needed to keep tabs on inventory counts, shipments and other important aspects of the organization. Download the white paper, Got a License Plate for that Pallet? Providing Up-to-date, Accurate Data.

Sourcing Strategies 40

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