Vinculum

MARCH 25, 2021

Introduction: A warehouse always seems like such a simple concept – “they store things, and then maybe sort them, pack them, deliver some of them – pretty straightforward”. Changes of a Successful Warehouse Operation: There are many factors that go into building a successful and profitable warehouse operation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Commentators and pundits often refer to this as the Asian Century. It’s no different in the logistics industry. This is providing an opportunity for logistics managers to re-imagine how they move customers’ orders. Can the warehouse facility actually produce clean energy? Can the warehouse be skipped altogether!?

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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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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 7, 2018

For example, the editorial staff at Material Handling & Logistics note, “When it comes to digital maturity, the supply chain and logistics industry are lagging.”[1] 2] Despite these protestations of sluggishness, a lot of exciting things are happening in the logistics arena. Logistics in the Digital Age.

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Unleashed

JULY 4, 2021

Bonded warehouses are widely used by importers and exporters, as they create efficiencies in both supply chain management and cashflow. This article considers what a bonded warehouse is, and how they are managed across different jurisdictions such as the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and the United States.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The Supply Chain industry provides vast employment opportunities, from procurement to warehouse inventory, management, and shipping. The terms freight broker and freight agent are often confused in the cargo and shipping sector. A freight agent can refer to a person or a group that works under a freight broker or independently.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Third party logistics (3PL) is the function by where the owner of goods outsources numerous components of the supply chain to a 3PL company that can perform the management function of the clients’ customs, inbound freight, distribution, warehousing, order fulfilment and outbound freight to the client’s customers. These include: .

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 10, 2016

Now, on to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Thoma Bravo Announces Acquisition of Elemica. Google seems to be working on warehouse robots like Amazon’s (Quartz). shouts the warehouse foreman from the rooftop. It’s why I love baseball. It’s why I can’t wait for our next game on Sunday.

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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”. He lives in Chicago.

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Abivin

JANUARY 10, 2023

More companies are prioritizing sustainability as a critical component of the future of logistics. Furthermore, other technologies are constantly evolving and becoming more effective in logistics in general and transportation in particular. The warehouse needs to know who is coming and when they will arrive, which starts with the ETA.

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20Cube Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The name Elastic logistics has been making the rounds over the last few years in the supply chain world and is touted as an exciting development. This solution benefits the customers as it is flexible enough to enhance the agility of the logistics infrastructure to match prevailing marketing fluctuations at a cost-effective rate. .

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

They should also use the research to understand the different between 3PL (third party logistics) providers and 4PL (fourth party logistics) providers. Some logistics companies only offer LTL shipping. Check for references to gage the reputation of the freight forwarder. Warehousing. Modes of Transportation.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2016

We’ve found we needed to serve our customers at peak; we needed more of our own logistics to supplement partners,” said [Amazon Chief Financial Officer Brian Olsavsky] in a call with analysts. In other supply chain and logistics news… This is How Google’s Project Wing Drone Delivery Service Could Work (Fast Company). from 10.9%

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The ”end” they refer to – whether it’s forwarding, fulfillment, or platforms for B2B or B2C sales – remains fairly ambiguous, spanning an acquisition of fashion logistics company HUUB in September 2021 to an investment in rapid fashion production company Unmade. Image via StarAir.dk). Behind the Maersk shift.

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20Cube Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2021

A wide variety of cargo is moved both domestically and internationally by air. Different types of cargo have specific requirements for safe storage, transport, and handling. Temperature-controlled or perishable goods refer to products that will spoil unless stored at a specific temperature or, are in a controlled environment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

They should also use the research to understand the different between 3PL (third party logistics) providers and 4PL (fourth party logistics) providers. Some logistics companies only offer LTL shipping. Check for references to gage the reputation of the freight forwarder. Warehousing. Modes of Transportation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 1, 2015

They should also use the research to understand the different between 3PL (third party logistics) providers and 4PL (fourth party logistics) providers. Some logistics companies only offer LTL shipping. Check for references to gage the reputation of the freight forwarder. Warehousing. Modes of Transportation.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

It used to take two days to get cargo off the docks. Marketing expert Robby Pedraza explains, “During World War II, standard sized shipping containers were developed to ship military cargo to the front lines. Conex containers evolved into modular units that could stack efficiently to store more cargo in one location.”[4].

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 3, 2022

When a merchandise enters the country, it reaches controlled warehouses whose purpose is to save what is in the import process and wait for its customs clearance in Mexico. That is, the goods that arrive at said warehouse have not been formally introduced into the territory, but are protected. Physical Inspection of Cargo.

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 3, 2021

Quarterly earnings calls from various manufacturers are beginning to blur with references to supply chain issues potentially holding back the production of goods and higher costs being passed through as higher prices to customers. Available in Rwanda, it plans to expand across Africa and around the world.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2015

Moving on to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week… XPO Logistics to Acquire Norbert Dentressangle SA. Latest Versions of SAP® Transportation Management, SAP Extended Warehouse Management and SAP Event Management Now Available. Fetch Robotics Unveils Robotics System for Logistics Industry.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

ILA, USMX reach tentative labor contract agreement ( Logistics Management ). Menlo Worldwide Logistics reported net revenue of $161.8 percent from Q4 2011; “net revenue grew at a lower rate than gross revenue, primarily due to slower growth in warehousing volumes at current accounts, and tighter margins on new business.”

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 21, 2022

Also referred to as light freight or parcel package delivery, small parcel shipments usually weigh less than 70 pounds, can be lifted without assistance, and are shipped in businesses’ own packaging or carrier-supplied boxes. One way to minimize shipping costs is understanding the differences between small parcel and freight delivery.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 25, 2021

In the ecommerce logistics industry , there’s been a lot of buzz on topic of last mile delivery. It’s typically the first step in order fulfillment and requires thorough supply chain planning , from understanding production lead times to developing a warehouse receiving process. What is first-mile delivery?

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Africa-based executives had by far the highest rate of reporting logistics shocks (48%), not a surprising result given the poor state of infrastructure across much of the continent. Presently, their major focus lies on local production, warehousing and strategic sourcing. Determine the ideal number of nodes and warehouse service level.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 3, 2018

It refers to the various touch points by which a business/ organization can reach a customer. warehouses) being built across the U.S. … E-commerce users typically need two to three times the amount of warehouse and distribution space that traditional users do.” … Omnichannel is not just a logistics decision.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The announcement is noteworthy for our Supply Chain Matters technology focused readers in that Qualcomm ’s initial emphasis with this chip technology will reportedly be directed toward real time logistics and supply chain visibility needs. The announcement makes reference to a large and growing list of leading hardware and software companies.

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Locus

DECEMBER 1, 2021

“The line between disorder and order lies in logistics.” ~Sun Missing shipping containers, port congestion, backlogs in ports and warehouses, and shortage of trucks are causing a supply chain nightmare to the toy industry. With many toys stocked in ports, toy shopping is witnessing a logistical crunch. Overstuffed warehouses.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 8, 2016

Is Amazon a disruptor or a distraction for the logistics industry? That was the main question I addressed during my keynote presentation at the SMC3 Connections Conference last month, one of the leading events for transportation and logistics professionals. Is Amazon planning to do the same in logistics?

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Today’s guest blog is from John Stuart of the International Logistics Center. He shares some interesting information about freight forwarding, that anyone in logistics should be aware of. Your freight forwarder is in charge of your precious cargo, so it’s important that you establish a good working relationship with them.

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2017

This acronym stands for All Water Service, which is one of the most cost-effective ways to ship your cargo, and also one of the most eco-friendly ; however, it’s also one of the slowest forms of freight transportation. With AWS, your cargo will be shipped from the port of origin to its destination using only water routes.

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Zipline Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A good logistics partner can help your organization effectively source capacity and find expedited freight solutions for your high-attention orders. Expedited freight refers to the process of transporting your orders with quicker than typical transit times. That allows the driver or warehouse to unload freight for receiving.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Retailers need a robust logistics solution that helps them align their capacity with customers’ delivery preferences. Delayed deliveries due to manual warehouse operations: Benjamin Franklin was right when he said that time is money. Here’s what your logistics software should possess to hit that delight button: 1.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

What is your warehouse fill rates and lead times? What’s your primary carrier’s cargo acceptance rate? Internal benchmarking refers to activities within the four walls of the enterprise. Internal benchmarking refers to activities within the four walls of the enterprise. Benchmark your operation using the selected metrics.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Being the busiest time of the year, they are eyeing to make their logistics operations more effective and efficient. The bad news is that the narrow timeline ends now, and the good news is that it is not too late to build your logistical abilities for this holiday season sales. Increasing Focus on Sustainability and Green Logistics.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 16, 2018

Flexible supply chain solutions give shippers, forwarders and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) the visibility needed to pinpoint problems and make modifications. This refers to the movement or repositioning of empty containers—clearly an inefficient and costly process. Empty Repo. Inaccurate Billing. Printer-friendly version.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Managing a warehouse can be a complicated task. Keep reading to discover how warehouse management works, gain a confident understanding of the typical warehouse team structure, and learn how to optimise your warehouse processes. In this warehouse management guide: What is warehouse management?

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