Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Commentary Background At this time of the year, just before the holiday fulfillment surge period begins in earnest in a few weeks, Supply Chain Matters tends to monitor the levels of temporary workers that online and brick and mortar retailers are planning to hire in order to gauge what online providers are expecting in terms of surge volumes.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 2, 2021

As such, my search continues and it may be continuing into 2022 since inventories remain low, shortages in raw materials continue, and overseas delivery delays impact the furniture industry. However, supply chain pains upstream are holding back many of these retailers and last-mile big and bulky carriers’ revenue potential.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 18, 2022

Amazon has virtually created consumer demand for 1- to 2-day shipping, and they’ve learned the most cost effective and efficient way to deliver: inventory distribution. By distributing inventory strategically, they create a distribution network optimized for 1- to 2-day ground shipping , making their delivery times both fast and affordable.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 13, 2015

Here’s the news that caught my attention this week: January 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Truckload Freight and Rates Dip Seasonally in February: DAT Freight Index. Cass Freight Index – February 2015. business inventories flat, inventory-to-sales ratio highest since 2009 (Reuters).

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

The use of complex technologies in managing inventory, transportation, trade, and other supply chain activities has been evolving for ages. Real-World Examples of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management An example of the use of blockchain in supply chain management is demonstrated through a project conducted by IBM and a large retailer in 2017.

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Freight Center

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Shoppers are gearing up for the spookiest night of the year and retailers are ready to bank on the opportunity. The National Retail Federation forecasts that this year, Halloween spending by Americans will reach $9 billion. Seasonal businesses rely on their supply chains to maintain the balance of their inventories.

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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. Order Fulfilment.

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MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 17, 2021

A side-by-side matrix Our analysis is captured in the comparison matrix below. For example, the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruption in Iceland caused a primary loss of freight transportation capacity, but that loss also robbed many companies of supply capacity. Disruption comparison matrix?—?Source: Source: James B.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Freight rates have risen dramatically over the past year following an unprecedented downturn at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since Q2 of 2020, the freight market has posted nearly uninterrupted growth. Historic Port Congestion Leads to Freight Difficulties . Retail sales, including food services, increased 9.8%

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Freight Plus

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

"Am I paying too much for my inbound freight?" - John C. While most companies keep a tight handle on their outbound freight as well as their commercial invoice costs, inbound freight is often overlooked. Your freight spend begins with your suppliers and vendors but it doesn't end there. Granby, CT. Clean data capture.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 22, 2019

billion (USD), tying it with the Middle East and Africa as the world’s second-fastest-growing retail ecommerce market. That’s great news for shippers looking to expand their online retail presence in South America. As a result, inventory builds up, costs rise, and customers wait longer for their products to arrive.

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Zipline Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The past three quarters have been anything but typical for the freight market and the domestic economy at-large. The arrival of COVID-19 sent freight volumes skyrocketing to keep up with panic buying at retailers nationwide. Following the short downturn , the freight market began a rapid recovery that has yet to cool off fully.

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 20, 2016

She identified which model she wanted and then comparison shopped online. Pop-up fulfillment is a way for retailers to augment their supply chain without making long-term commitments or outlaying large amounts of capital. Retailers can pop-up capacity when and where they need it. She started the shopping process on her laptop.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Global trade has eased as warehouse inventories of retailers and manufacturers remain elevated,” Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said. The retailer has an existing network of 11 drone hubs already operating in the Dallas area. Flight activity in May and June, by comparison, was relatively stable.

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 20, 2016

She identified which model she wanted and then comparison shopped online. Pop-up fulfillment is a way for retailers to augment their supply chain without making long-term commitments or outlaying large amounts of capital. Retailers can pop-up capacity when and where they need it. She started the shopping process on her laptop.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Retailers are adding new incentives to boost their overall curbside shopper experience for customers. During and after the pandemic, more businesses than ever moved most or all of their sales online or closed altogether, leaving behind a large number of empty retail spaces in shopping malls and elsewhere.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 17, 2018

The ability to operate without substantially increasing inventory levels. Depending on the scale of your business and the demand for your products, these might include: A freight forwarder. Statistic: 72% of consumers will shop more with a retailer that offers a simple returns process. International parcel carriers.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. We have talked a great deal about the evaulation of suppliers on our blog and this post continues that great tradition.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

Why do some rival firms that battle with each other downstream in retail outlets manage to work well together upstream in their transport and warehousing? And by comparison and with apparently so much to gain, why do some logistics service providers and their clients fail to team up effectively? Compatible business cultures.

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 20, 2016

She identified which model she wanted and then comparison shopped online. Pop-up fulfillment is a way for retailers to augment their supply chain without making long-term commitments or outlaying large amounts of capital. Retailers can pop-up capacity when and where they need it. She started the shopping process on her laptop.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

Why do some rival firms that battle with each other downstream in retail outlets manage to work well together upstream in their transport and warehousing ? And by comparison and with apparently so much to gain, why do some logistics service providers and their clients fail to team up effectively? Compatible business cultures.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 15, 2021

Labor shortages abound for road freight. The Freight Rates for a 40 foot container from China to the west coast of the United States is quadruple the price of a year ago. The supply chain leader is struggling with increased cost and delayed on-time deliveries in ocean freight. The Baltic Index: Comparison In Price.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

Below is a comparison of 2017 vs. 2018 parameters for oversize shipments: Source: enVista. Have lightweight/low density freight (e.g., couch cushions, cardboard retail displays). Analyze each box size in your inventory, and know what weight is expected for each box size stocked in your facilities with your dim factor.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 14, 2022

Supply chain planning technology provider ToolsGroup announced the acquisition of Onera , a provider of real-time inventory availability and fulfillment software solutions catering to retail industry needs. Reportedly, ToolsGroup will add Onera ’s inventory availability and fulfillment technology to its retail planning suite.

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The Network Effect

DECEMBER 5, 2014

In fact some vendors have even published comparisons of the workflows in their systems to the structure of CPFR. Using this method means a price must be paid in lost sales along with excess and obsolete inventory. Typical measurements include inventory turns, truck utilization, and premium freight reduction. What is CPFR?

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ShipBob

JANUARY 8, 2021

B2B ecommerce refers to processing orders for businesses or retailers, rather than sending orders directly to consumers. B2B orders are often purchased less often, sold in bulk, and shipped via freight (or parcel for smaller orders). Their immediate customers are distributors, who resell to wholesalers or retailers. Wholesalers.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 4, 2021

Freight rates rose throughout 2020, and we have yet to see the trend reverse with any consistency. This week we will focus on retail demand, which has continued to beat year-over-year comparisons for the better part of the last year. Consumer spending during COVID has propelled the freight market to previously unseen highs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2022

And, in comparison to the previous high-water marks, which were set just three months ago in the fourth quarter of 2021, they show growth of 7 percent and 25 percent respectively. After all, trucks move 70 percent of all freight in the US from transporting goods on land to those that come off a cargo ship or a train.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

We follow a stringent procedure to organize inventory in our warehouses. This approach tends to lead to a quicker and easier supply chain with inventory in transit for only a few days compared to a month’s inventory in an ocean container, and then another two to three weeks to clear customs. Efficient warehouse operations.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

The logistics of physical items usually involves the integration of information flow, materials handling, production, packaging, inventory, transportation, warehousing and often security. Can be associated with movement from a manufacturer or distributor to customers, retailers or other secondary warehousing / distribution points.”

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Industry respondents said they don’t see an end to current freight conditions, and 2022 TL rates are expected to be up approximately 5.25% compared to this year.” Within the United States, freight transportation price increases get reported 30 days prior to going into effect. Enable Shipping Network Optimization.

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Zipline Logistics

APRIL 27, 2021

Freight rates rose sharply in 2020 and continue to remain elevated this year. Since last May, the freight market has grown almost uninterruptedly. While this ascent has benefitted carriers, CPG shippers have paid the price in rising freight rates that came on the heels of many continuous months of favorable pricing.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2021

There are many terms in logistics to consider, such as last mile logistics and last mile delivery , but they end up sounding confusing because all freight has a last mile portion. Broker (freight): Individual or company that serves as a liaison between another individual/company that needs shipping services and an authorized motor carrier.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Given low inventories and dwindling spare capacity, the oil market cannot afford large supply disruptions,” said UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo in a Reuters article. Carriers, freight forwarders, and shippers that were dealing with the China to North America trade lanes were already operating in crisis mode. More than 2,100 U.S.-based

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 3, 2017

Boston startup raises $10M for retail software that predicts inventory needs (Boston Business Journal). Freightos unveils beta launch of international freight price index (American Shipper). 2016 North American Freight Numbers. Self-Driving-Truck Startups Race to Take On Uber (WSJ – sub.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 30, 2015

We will also include a bonus portion of the post to include what is the outlook for the freight marketplace in 2016 and what to consider as you start to plan for better transportation management in 2016. . BONUS: Freight and Transportation Costs Must be Considered in Supply Chain Planning. Minding Freight Bill Audits.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

By comparison, the US market is worth almost 10 times more yet only has a 2.7% profit margin for liquor retailers. Liquor retailers sell packaged beer, wine, spirits and ready-to-drink mixes. The industry includes both online and physical retailers. Despite these trends, liquor retailing is expected to grow 1.5%

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