Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 22, 2023

ProMat 2023 is being held this week, March 202 -23 in Chicago. Blue Yonder was exhibiting its suite of supply chain software solutions, but my focus again was on solutions that support warehouse productivity. DHL is currently the flagship user of Robotics Hub and Warehouse Tasking.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

FourKites CEO, Matt Elenjickal One of the two leaders in the real-time transportation visibility market is FourKites. The interview occurred during athe FourKites Visibility 2023 user conference on September 7th in Chicago. Finally, the transportation asset is attached once the pallets are loaded. That is fast growth.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2022

As a result, warehouse space is scarce and rents are on the rise – a trend that could continue “for at least another two years,” according to a recent report from commercial real estate services firm JLL Inc. And accurate and accessible inventory data for the yard opens up the ability to use on-site trailers as warehouse overflow capacity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Raw materials are in short supply, many manufacturers have temporarily mothballed production lines, transportation costs are rising, and labor is getting tight on our roadways , railways and ocean vessels. And what is sitting in the warehouse. He lives in Chicago. The impact? Digital transformation is the formula.

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Stord

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

California warehouses are struggling to handle increased import volume ( as retailers ship inventory early to avoid added costs from looming tariffs ). This rush of shipments has filled the nearby warehouse market, slowed transportation speeds, and driven up other supply chain costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2023

We are well into the era of real-time transportation visibility, where shippers and their partners can track freight in real-time across every mode of transport. Your real-time transportation visibility solution can tell you where your shipment is in transit, and the AI built into that solution can give you a highly accurate ETA.

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NFI Industries

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Home to more than just the Bears, deep dish pizza, and historic route 66, Chicago offers its residents and businesses a diverse environment. Its diverse economy and environment have contributed in making Chicago a successful logistics location for. READ MORE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 10, 2023

He and his wife, Michelle, live in Chicago. By orchestrating a “door to warehouse” label/box-less pickup at no additional cost to the retailer, Pollen can free up billions in working capital that is often trapped in excess inventory. Pollen helps retailers sell and save millions through returns.

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Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

At strategic level, it''s used to find the best way to configure a supply chain network such as, - How many warehouse a company should have? Location and size of each warehouse? Product assignment to each warehouse? Location includes customers, suppliers, warehouse, manufacturing facilities, seaports, airports and so on.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2021

Ryan Schreiber is the Director of Engagement at CarrierDirect in Chicago. Ryan is a skilled technologist and strategist who has helped transform many leading transportation and logistics companies. Ryan and Joe will interview founders, key executives, and innovators to understand what makes them and their companies successful.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Warehouse robots are just one form of warehouse automation , but they’re making a big impact. From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing.

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Logility

JULY 27, 2022

And that is answer (d) — put the warehouse at Customer A’s location and then ship 300 miles to customer B. Many logistics experts fall back on a center of gravity study to do routine network optimization such as a warehouse location selection. But the delivery to Grand Rapids must go south of Lake Michigan and navigate through Chicago.

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ShipBob

MARCH 28, 2024

Ecommerce businesses that import products internationally are typically concerned with two things: The speed at which the products will arrive at their warehouse The impact on their cash flow The journey of a large shipment from China to the US doesn’t simply leave a warehouse and arrive at your business’s doorstep.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Alexa Heads to the Warehouse (WSJ – sub. Trimble Acquires Brazil-Based Veltec to Expand its Global Portfolio of Transportation Solutions. Warehouse Space Growing Tighter on Rising E-Commerce Demands (WSJ – sub. Alexa in the Warehouse. China Trade Battle Spawns a New Era of Tariff Dodges (WSJ – sub.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

Build the next generation of supply chain solutions, today The year ahead represents nothing less than a golden opportunity to accelerate the creation of automated, interconnected and collaborative global supply chains that span transportation, warehouses, stores, trucks and more. He lives in Chicago. Faster order-to-cash.

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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. In total, McKinsey estimates that $80 billion in funding was made in logistics startups in 2021.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 23, 2023

Capacity optimization, such as for space for warehousing, e-commerce and retail, is still congested, especially in the markets where there is heavy competition. Warehouse space is at a premium, so companies are looking at optimizing capacity with a partner and locking down the space for in-demand products.

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FLEXE

MAY 20, 2016

Many retailers and wholesalers are recognizing the need to expand their warehouse networks, so they can locate products closer to customers, compete with Amazon and establish more competitive omni-channel strategies. Dynamic warehousing enables companies to expand their warehouse network without having to build, buy or staff warehouse space.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

This is the portion of E2E that is most commonly referred to as “real-time transportation visibility”. Trane ’s Tom France, Vice President, Global Distribution, Logistics and Transportation, recently stressed the need for E2E insight: “Extend visibility as much as you can throughout your supply chain. He lives in Chicago.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 28, 2023

ProMat is an Important Indicator We spent an amazing four days at ProMat 2023 in Chicago last week, with a record breaking 50,000+ attendees and more than 1,000 exhibitors. Overall digital transformation of the warehouse, transportation, or the entire logistics footprint.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Conferences exist for a variety of purposes and supply chain specialties, including cold chain storage, transportation management , omnichannel best practices , and much more. ProMat (NO COST) Dates: April 8 – 11, 2019 in Chicago, IL ProMat is among the nation’s greatest no-cost conferences. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Download White Paper.

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FLEXE

MAY 12, 2016

<p>Many retailers and wholesalers are recognizing the need to expand their warehouse networks, so they can locate products closer to customers, compete with Amazon and establish more competitive omni-channel strategies. Or, you might think of Louisville and Memphis, where UPS and FedEx have their largest shipping hubs.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

If you’re a transportation professional, for example, and all you know is transportation, your opportunities for advancement are limited compared to someone who has a broader supply chain perspective. Command Alkon : ELEVATE 2019 , November 5-6, Chicago, IL. enVista : FUEL 2019 , TBA (2018:: September 19-21 in Chicago, IL).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

If you are in Chicago, you can explore different Sprinter Van rentals in Chicago, Illinois , for a fleet of various Mercedes Sprinter models to serve all kinds of purposes. Efficient Team Transport. With a sprinter van, you can transport your team to their destination in comfort and style. Bottomline.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 26, 2023

Dez is the President of Bear Down Logistics , an asset-based transportation company based in Orlando, Florida. Dez played in the NFL for 12 years, 8 years with the Chicago Bears – hence the company name. About Desmond (Dez) Clark Desmond Clark is a multi-talented individual with a diverse range of experiences.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Chris is the Founder and Managing Partner of Wofford Advisors LLC , a strategic advisory boutique that provides best-in-class strategic advice to clients competing in the global supply chain, which includes all forms of transport, logistics, B2B and B2C movements of goods — and increasingly tech-enabled consumer and industrial services.

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Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

At strategic level, it''s used to find the best way to configure a supply chain network such as, - How many warehouse a company should have? Location and size of each warehouse? Product assignment to each warehouse? Location includes customers, suppliers, warehouse, manufacturing facilities, seaports, airports and so on.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

By bringing shippers, carriers, and warehouses together on a connected platform, Loadsmart is helping to solve deep-rooted inefficiencies in transportation. Loadsmart is a Chicago-based freight tech company founded in 2014.

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Transloading Once inventory arrives from overseas at a port or airport, deciding how to move it to the warehouse(s), store(s), or direct to consumer is the big question for shippers - Rail, trucking, intermodal, domestic air - are all options. Instead, a lot of creativity and a lot of money is the current strategy for many retailers.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 26, 2015

Deliv Acquires WeDeliver in Chicago. Introducing Ryder TranSync™, a Patent Pending, Automated Technology Tool Used to Provide Dynamic Transportation Planning. Ryder also announced new transportation management capabilities, which I commented on earlier this week. ATA Truck Tonnage Index Rose 1.1%

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Multichannel Merchant

DECEMBER 21, 2021

has significantly expanded its fulfillment network and added automation capabilities through the acquisition of 3PL Whiplash for $480 million, giving it warehouse assets in key markets and ports including Long Beach, CA, Seattle/Tacoma, New York/New Jersey and Savannah, GA. Ryder System Inc. The deal is expected to close in early January.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

And it must integrate with a myriad of internal and external systems such as transportation management, warehouse management, order management, ERP, weather and traffic systems and many more. He lives in Chicago. A supply chain data network needs to aggregate and share data from and with customers and vendors, too.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 11, 2023

Cargo Theft Increases in the United States Cities seeing a spike in freight theft include Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, Savannah, Newark, New Jersey, Memphis, and Chicago. This cities are being targeted for their high population density combined with ports, warehousing, or rails leaving freight vulnerable.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Next week, I’ll be speaking at the Ryder Innovate Forum in Chicago and the Elemica reveal 2014 conference in Frankfurt. August 2014 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). As I’ve commented before, the line between stores and warehouses is beginning to blur, with more and more retailers enabling ship-from-store operations.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Previous investors Goldman Sachs Asset Management , TPG , Emergence Capital , Chicago Ventures , Sapphire , 8VC , Sozo Ventures and Omidyar Technology Ventures reportedly also participated in this latest round. The second perspective was that of valuation and what is described as a “ glide path to profitability.” Final Thoughts.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Maintaining frozen foods or fresh products within a precise temperature range during storage and transportation is very difficult, however. All food manufacturers and warehousing facilities should consider using freezer alarms in their operation to not only limit waste, but reduce costs and ensure the public’s safety as well.

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

The second visit was to Chicago and here after a food fight in a restaurant I was brought a plate of frogs’ legs to make me feel at home. The freezer control on the ice cream warehouse has broken down. A guy called William from the RM/PM warehouse. Transport provider. Your FMCG warehouse has just been robbed.

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