GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

The long and unpredictable peak shipping season continues to challenge supply chains. A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Higher freight volumes.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 8, 2023

warehouse order picker packing and sealing cardboard box with tape for dispatch As shippers and importers, there are many factors to consider when packaging and shipping products. That includes packaging and distribution resources. Optimizing packaging and distribution is essential to increase efficiency and minimize costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

In the early morning hours of April 26, at approximately 1:35am, a cargo ship leaving Baltimore Harbor struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, triggering a catastrophic collapse of the 1.6-mile-long The end result of the loss of propulsion was the ship crashing into the bridge. mile-long span. An estimated 11.5

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

In 2016 many companies abandoned their fixed-price contracts to avail themselves of the low spot market. Conversely in 2021 when rates were sky high, suddenly companies that had negotiated fixed rates couldn’t get their cargo on the ship without paying an extra premium surcharge. But seriously, what does it mean?

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Warehouse and distribution professionals understand that the timeline of order processing has ebbed and flowed significantly over the last few years. With the rising popularity of online ordering, the need for reliable digital shipping logistics and services is more vital than ever. Introduction. NRF, 2022).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Container ships are back logged at ports and truck drivers and transportation equipment are in short supply. One potential solution to help through the Logistics crisis is to start deploying Pop Up Distribution Centres. Companies are also finding challenges in securing the space needed to store their goods. The Logistics Crisis.

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E2open

JANUARY 19, 2023

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, today released the Q4 2022 edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly report that offers data-driven insights to better manage the movement of goods around the globe and on key lanes between Asia, North America, and Europe.

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Multichannel Merchant

APRIL 7, 2022

The call for sustainable shipping is getting real. Pressure is coming from all sides for companies to adopt more sustainable shipping practices. Likewise, 66% of consumers say they’re more likely to support a company if they provide proof of their socially and environmentally responsible behavior.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights reports of distribution challenges of updated Covid-19 booster vaccines amid a surge in vaccination needs across the country. Moderna reportedly has shipped millions of doses to support vaccine administration needs as wel l. Across the U.S. ,

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

He was proud of his work at the company, and made many strides to drive improvement, but was forced to leave. I was promoted to run the warehouse, and at the time, I had no experience in distribution, but was asked to run the largest distribution center in the system. He is no longer employed by that firm, and it hurts.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 3, 2024

Daniel Sokolovsky and Joe Lynch discuss modernizing distribution. Daniel is the Co-founder and CEO of WARP , a company that connects shippers, carriers, and facilities to find the most efficient route for middle-mile freight. Key Takeaways: Modernizing Distribution Daniel Sokolovsky and Joe Lynch discuss modernizing distribution.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Those that seek to succeed in shipping online need to know a few things about why less-than-truckload may be the solution, how customers’ expectations are increasing, and what benefits less-than-truckload offers. Since e-commerce exists around the globe, variety in shipping can amount to better cost management and fewer delays.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 11, 2022

Over the last decade, the role of the manufacturing and distribution CFO has undergone a profound shift. As strategic leaders, manufacturing and distribution CFOs need to increase the adoption of digital technology to improve operations, efficiency, customer experience, and control along the supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Today, warehouse managers face an endless battle with a growing number of products and limited storage capacity, and among distribution center managers, the challenge of warehouse slotting is even more difficult. The revenue of a given distribution center is directly related to its carrying costs.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

E-commerce value will exceed $4 trillion by 2025, and demand for e-commerce requires seamless integration between traditional shipping practices and an e-commerce shipping plan. Its global nature makes conventional shipping strategies inefficient and utterly unworkable. Access to multi-modal shipping and drop shipping options.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Unfortunately, e-commerce shipping practices, although different from traditional retail shipping, still fall short. Supply chain leaders need to understand why logistics fundamentals will continue to shape e-commerce shipping strategy. What’s Wrong With E-Commerce Shipping Practices? That’s the key phrase.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2016

Modern distribution technology has significantly changed how suppliers get their products to end-users, and consumers are driving changes in how Distributors use technology to better their business processes. New Distribution Channels Are Forming Online and in Traditional, Brick-and-Mortar Stores.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 6, 2020

Intermodal freight shipping has been around for decades, but it is growing in popularity due to its many benefits. Integrating intermodal shipping into your supply chain can bring significant cost-savings, increased levels of security, improved safety, and make shipments flexible. What is Intermodal Shipping? Cost-effective.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

The Anatomy of a Highly Optimized eCommerce Distribution Centre! Distribution channels are vital for companies because they enable smooth item delivery to their customers. On the other hand, inefficient distribution centers are prone to inventory inaccuracy and poor warehouse layout. Change Distribution Center Layout.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. Remember that many trucking companies are LTL (Less Than a Full Load) carriers. Trucking Logistics. Environmental Impacts.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

ATLANTA, June 12, 2020 -- Today, we are incredibly excited to announce that Stord has acquired Cove Logistics—a leading transportation provider—to further expand our distribution platform to include freight, strengthen our network of logistics capabilities, and better serve our customers.

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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. Managing a free trade zone can impact warehouse and distribution operations. The answer, unfortunately, is only sometimes yes.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 22, 2016

There is more information in e-commerce distribution than you could possibly realize, and the potential for growth of your business is exponential. Mobile E-Commerce Distribution Is Real. Mobile e-commerce distribution is not simply an ideal; it is a fact. For example, offer shipping options that range from two days to one week.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

Nourhan is Global Chief Revenue Officer at AJEX Logistics Services , Saudi Arabia’s fastest growing transportation company. At Majid Al Futtaim Holding, Beyrouti played a pivotal role in reshaping the company’s strategic direction and enhancing the experience of over 560 million customers annually.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Increased demand on your distribution centers from improved e-commerce sales, changing seasons, or other shopping patterns can limit your throughput. Small improvements can have significant impacts on your distribution center. Staff members are the center of increasing throughput in your distribution center.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Paul Brashier and Joe Lynch discuss lingering port congestion and other issues causing shipping delays. About Paul Brashier Paul Brashier has been an industry leader in the sales and logistics industry for over 20 years, working for such companies as Schneider National, Coors Brewing, and Coca-Cola.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. Shane Hanson Bio Shane Hanson is an experienced logistics executive with over 30 years of experience in distribution. Shane Hanson and Joe Lynch discuss 5 reasons to leave your 3PL.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 18, 2022

The Amazon distribution network may not always meet the needs of third-party sellers. About the Amazon Distribution Network. The Amazon distribution network is complex and evolving. Next-day air is a hail-Mary kind of move when it comes to fast shipping, as it’s very expensive and carbon-intensive. How It Works.

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My Office Apps

MARCH 18, 2024

Distribution Company Needs Assessment and Pain Point Checklist I. Order Accuracy Pain Points: Frequent order errors (picking, packing, shipping), difficulty in resolving customer complaints. You can customize it further by: Adding specific questions relevant to your company’s unique operations and challenges.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 17, 2022

Companies that operate in the industry of logistics also have to keep up with the times and adjust the marketing strategy accordingly. Traditionally, the core purposes of marketing involve promotion, selling, pricing, distribution, and product management. What is logistics marketing? How to organize the logistics advertising process?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 2, 2021

Distribution challenges article written by Jay Catlin of AMS Fulfillment and permission to publish here provided by Samantha Trejo. A company’s distribution and warehousing operations consist of multiple functions. The company may also track customer reviews, complaints and product returns. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Finding available capacity within each mode, including parcel, remains elusive to companies during peak season. And for the 2020 peak season shipping season, the uncertainty surrounding a COVID-19 vaccine distribution will have a profound impact on the demand for advanced analytics. Shippers and the Need to Prepare.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries manufacture and distribute a wide range of consumer products, including bath tissue, paper towels, napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and building products. Executing a Perfect Order is Difficult!

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 19, 2014

Big things are happening in today’s industrial distribution landscape–five big things, to be exact. Experience also includes mobile, order history, personalization, workflow management system, and free shipping and returns. Learn more about what Alibaba means for your company in my video, The Alibaba Effect.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 5, 2022

Byron is the Founder and CEO of Zergratran , an innovative and sustainable high-capacity transportation company that is building the world’s first tunnel to expedite shipping goods between the North Atlantic and the North Pacific. Byron Bennett and Joe Lynch discuss the Zergratran story.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2023

As part of its nationwide supply chain expansion plans, Dollar General has opened its first ground-up dual distribution center combining the efficiencies of traditional and DG Fresh supply chain functionalities. The new facility in Blair, Neb., from 99 yuan. from 99 yuan. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

VF Corporation (VFC) is a global apparel, footwear and accessories company headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company’s 12 brands are organized into three categories: Outdoor, Active and Work/Work-Inspired. The company sells their goods in over 125nations and has approximately 1300 company owned stores.

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