Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Check out What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? The OEM turned over management of one of the most critical, high-volume segments of its reverse logistics program—the processor business—saving the manufacturer millions of dollars each year; reducing excess inventory; increasing same-day, on-time ship rates; and improving customer satisfaction.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Challenges The cold winter months brought a chilling logistics problem for one of the top American chemical companies.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Challenges The cold winter months brought a chilling logistics problem for one of the top American chemical companies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Sean is the Chief Commercial Officer of Capstone Logistics , a leading provider of technology-enabled warehouse services, freight management, and last mile distribution solutions. He is responsible for helping the company continue its rapid growth across its end-to-end logistics services offering. Capstone Logistics.

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TMC

MAY 8, 2019

While there have been significant advancements in logistics technology, those tools can only go so far in advancing your supply chain. One of our North American plants wasn’t meeting performance numbers, and logistics costs were increasing because shipments didn’t have sufficient lead time.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Fulfillment Free trade zones, or FTZs, are controlled places in a country that offer warehouse and distribution services for goods from foreign markets, excluding them from paying taxes on those goods. These include: People and staffing requirements include skilled workers and managers that will do the daily warehouse operations.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 18, 2022

Even with the best network optimization, the modern supply chain network is still challenging for shipping companies struggling with freight audit systems. For several reasons, outsourcing freight audit and payment services may be the best option for many transportation and shipping companies. What Is Outsourced Freight Auditing?

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2019

This is certainly true in the transportation realm, where real-time freight visibility solutions are helping companies answer — quickly and accurately — Where’s shipment? The Broader Value Proposition of Freight Visibility. So now you’re exetending [the value of visibility] beyond transportation into warehousing.”.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

The logistics landscape has changed significantly since then, but Blue Yonder’s capabilities have evolved along with it. Working in partnership with Blue Yonder, I’m confident we’ll get there,” according to a Transportation Manager, Kimberly-Clark ( read the case study ).

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 28, 2018

Generac’s director of logistics, and his team, to develop a comprehensive solution that would seamlessly integrate the company’s trucking, ocean shipping, air, customs, and port services. Integrating global freight services was only one challenge. Our team provided North American transportation to Generac at the time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

Currently, most driverless opportunities are limited to secure private zones or closed environments, such as warehouses, campus environments or last mile runs from depot to front door. An impressive case study to be sure, but alas, the cost of the technology is still prohibitive for most companies. Curiouser and Curiouser.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

No doubt about it, we are characters in a supply chain case study searching to define a new normal. Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a risk management case study. News coverage showcases the differences between logistics and supply chain management. Expect border friction and logistics to be an issue.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. The Rebirth of Transportation Marketplaces (UberCARGO, Cargomatic, and Freight Friend). The Case for Competing on Logistics Talent.

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Ware2Go

MARCH 2, 2022

Improving logistics and supply chain has become a top priority for many businesses recovering from recent supply chain disruptions. Supply Chain Best Practice #1: Treat Logistics as an Essential Business Process. Handling logistics should not be viewed as something external to your business practices — quite the opposite.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

How is the logistics and supply chain management industry evolving – and what developments do you need to consider? Now they’re within the grasp of many organisations with a logistics or warehouse function. Fact : The global autonomous warehouse robotics market is expected to nearly double in size by 2025 , reaching US$27.2

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

Before diving into this week’s supply chain and logistics news, I want to share a couple of quick news items of our own. First, for all of you who have asked for podcast versions of our Talking Logistics episodes , they are now available on our iTunes Podcast channel ! DOT Releases 30-Year Freight Projections.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

If so, I invite you to attend two of the sessions that I am participating in, both related to transportation management: TMS 4 SMB: A Case Study with Carhartt. Speakers: Sharon Perry, Vice President of Logistics, Carhartt; Gregg Lanyard, Director, Product Management, Manhattan Associates; Adrian Gonzalez, President, Adelante SCM.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

I use this example to illustrate the challenges (or, perhaps, the futility) of making supply chain and logistics predictions. In many cases, we look at recent trends and simply project them forward, but this assumes that the factors impacting that trend, either directly or indirectly, will remain the same, which is often a false assumption.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 12, 2015

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: JDA Software Announces Game-Changing Strategic Cloud Collaboration with Google. April 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Note: enVista, GT Nexus, and JDA Software are Talking Logistics sponsors.

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TMC

MAY 8, 2019

While there have been significant advancements in logistics technology, those tools can only go so far in advancing your supply chain. One of our North American plants wasn’t meeting performance numbers, and logistics costs were increasing because shipments didn’t have sufficient lead time.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 24, 2020

Logistics is a critical function for CPG suppliers selling into big-box retail locations. We have a few tips on how to make logistics improvements to increase OTIF performance. That is a lot of lost revenue, much of which can be attributed to poor logistics performance. Communicate Clearly with Warehouses.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 6, 2013

The trade imbalance this causes is an interesting case study for the economists no doubt, but what about the transportation and logistics that will be needed to sustain this trade over the coming years? Logistics planners would readily tell you that this is not a surprise; such imbalances are a reality in the cargo industry.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I have long argued that third party logistics providers (3PLs) should set themselves apart from the competition by fully harnessing the power and value of their customer and employee communities. Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Talent Management as the Core of a Supply Chain Strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2018

Efficient Warehousing. A lot of this can be fixed by simple changes to layout, flow and the equipment being used in the warehouse. More times than not, it’s possible to extend the useful life of a warehouse, this avoiding all the associated cost and upheaval. Do you really need so much air freight or express freight?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. The Reiterated Importance of Understanding and Managing KPIs in Business and Logistics Management.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Take into account elements like the length of the course, the mode of delivery (in-person, online, or mixed), the presence of interactive exercises or case studies, and the availability of opportunities for hands-on practice. Category Management plays a vital role in every business, regardless of its size.

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Requis

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

He is also a graduate of the Supply Chain Management program at MIT’s Center for Transportation and Logistics. Daniel fell in love with logistics and supply chain management while working in a Navy F/A-18 squadron, and it shaped his perspective as his career moved into engineering and IT. While there are case studies, it’s still hard.

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Requis

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

He is also a graduate of the Supply Chain Management program at MIT’s Center for Transportation and Logistics. Daniel fell in love with logistics and supply chain management while working in a Navy F/A-18 squadron, and it shaped his perspective as his career moved into engineering and IT. While there are case studies, it’s still hard.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. Retail activity is extremely seasonal, with the majority of sales occurring between March and July.

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TMC

MAY 8, 2020

While there have been significant advancements in logistics technology, those tools can only go so far in advancing your supply chain. One of our North American plants wasn’t meeting performance numbers, and logistics costs were increasing because shipments didn’t have sufficient lead time.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 10, 2019

I got started just as the dotcom craze was taking off, with new logistics startups coming to market every day (all of them announcing they were “The world’s leading provider of X” even though they were just a few months old). Descartes has 20,000+ customers on its Global Logistics Network, which experienced 21% growth and processed 18.6+

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

There is no doubt that the pandemic has radically transformed the logistics and supply chain industry, especially with increased demand and reliance on deliveries. Samsung Enterprise mobility solutions meet the needs of today’s fast-paced logistics and supply chain industry. Importance of a trusted partner in logistics and supply.

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TMC

MAY 8, 2019

While there have been significant advancements in logistics technology, those tools can only go so far in advancing your supply chain. One of our North American plants wasn’t meeting performance numbers, and logistics costs were increasing because shipments didn’t have sufficient lead time.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 7, 2017

As an example, I was at a client’s warehouse this morning where they operate a Ro-Ro (Roll On-Roll Off) system at the receiving dock. At our seminars I often share case studies demonstrating the impact of not getting this right. The possibilities of outsourcing some or all of your logistics activity.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 3, 2021

To thrive in a competitive ecommerce marketplace, businesses need streamlined supply chains that deliver on customers’ expectations — and to achieve that goal, you’ll need experienced logistics professionals. The Director of Logistics is one of the important logistics professionals for growing ecommerce companies to hire.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 6, 2016

Starting with a specific area of the supply chain, such as warehousing or delivery, and focusing on costs by customer and product group only, is often a less resource intensive way to start. As a first step, identifying those characteristics of customers that drive different service needs and costs in the business.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

A Customer challenge…… “A reputable and leading logistics company in Singapore dealing in Freight Logistics, Warehouse Logistics and Customs Brokerage was facing a unique challenge. Robotic Process Automation for the Logistics Industry. It had over 2000 devices distributed across geographies.

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