Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Walmart’s On-Time In-Full initiative is a compliance measure designed to ensure that freight arrives at a Walmart store or distribution center when it was supposed to, in the quantities expected. Uber Freight is a major provider of managed transportation services. Uber Freight is also able to track both on-time and in-full.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Part of the challenge in managing the modern supply-chain is due to its sheer size and complexity. An optimized supply chain is one that is as efficient as possible; it is more likely to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction rates, and add value for stakeholders. Defining Transportation Optimization.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2016

Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. Take a look at how a business can use technology, metrics, and services to improve transportation processes, which range from supplier shipping to route optimization.

Metrics 120

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

According to Logistics Management, more parcel carriers are moving heavier parcel shipments to less-than-truckload freight in e-commerce because they’re overwhelmed. This creates a wonderful opportunity for shippers to eliminate the middleman costs by considering the use of less-than-truckload freight options for e-commerce.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The state of the trucking market in 2021 is uncertain, filled with risk, and continues to evolve, making logistics management challenging.? Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . That’s an astonishing $933.30

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Poor visibility in freight allocation is a leading reason shippers experience difficulty in managing freight, and this problem is evidence of a disconnect between the person managing freight and company stakeholders. Yesteryear, freight allocation was simpler. Download Here. New Series.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Systems article and permission to publish here provided by Dave Joseph at veridian.info. E-commerce will continue to grow significantly through 2020 and beyond. The use of a warehouse control system goes a long way in building efficiency in the supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 13, 2018

Using analytics in the supply chain has the most potential to dramatically reduce costs of supply chain management, as well as minimizing supply chain disruption. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article is from Steve Bettwy , Vice President – Quality and Business Continuity, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement at Direct Supply. Listen to "The Current State of Warehouse Management Systems & Their Role in Creating a More Effective Supply Chain" on Spreaker.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2018

The value of blockchain and supply chain Analytics is Undisputed, and the capabilities of blockchain Technology are starting to become available two small and midsize businesses, as well as large corporations, such as Walmart. Supply chain managers that have access to information to make informed decisions and improve productivity.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. So how can you be sure you’re getting the best freight rates possible?

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Joe Oliaro is the Vice President of Sales and Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics , a leading provider of supply chain solutions. Joe is a force to be reckoned with in the world of logistics and supply chain strategy. Wagner Logistics utilizes advanced technology to provide end-to-end supply chain management.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Freight Audit may not be the sexiest aspect of transportation management, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t play a critical role in helping companies effectively manage and control their transportation spend, as well as provide valuable insight to drive continuous improvement.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Blake joined Ruan in 2017, leading the company’s new customer onboarding and continuous improvement activities before taking a leadership role in Ruan’s Gases and Chemicals bulk hazmat operating group. Prior to Ruan, Blake worked in various progressive supply chain roles at Target and grew up in a small business family.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 20, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! Freight market article and permission to publish here provided by Kevin Jessop at cerasis.com. Truckers and shippers have real fears over the effects and long-term impact of the supply chain coronavirus disruption.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

With Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) ToolsGroup’s manufacturing customers commonly achieve a 10-30% reduction in inventory, improve product availability to 96% or better, and reduce overhead (such as overtime and expedited freight) by 50%. Achieved ‘autonomous supply chain planning’, ending reliance on manual overrides.

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Turvo

AUGUST 18, 2020

In the modern supply chain, selecting the right supply chain technology and software can make or break company goals. Unfortunately, choosing the right supply chain visibility software is even more complicated. Not all supply chain visibility software works in the same way.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We've already hit 3 of our 5 main categories by featuring the most popular blogs for the logistics blog posts, manufacturing blog posts, and supply chain blog posts. As we round out the 5 categories, we come to the place of our expertise: Freight and Transportation Management. 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2015.So

Freight 120

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

As supply chains become more impacted by market disruptions and unpredictable events, they’re also becoming more critical to a company’s customer experience levels and bottom line. These are some of the top transportation metrics to track for improved performance and continuous improvement.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The implications of reduced cost in just this one area of processing and freight payment management can have a significant impact on profits. But freight payment remains a very complex and often error-prone process. What Are Freight Payment Services. Freight payment service may also be known as freight audit and payment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Brian is passionate about Freight Network Engineering, building relationships, continuous improvement, analytics, and taking a hands-on approach in working with clients and teammates to achieve win-win solutions. Brian is a competitive and compassionate leader and happily married father of two young boys that love trucks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Ruan’s Integrated Supply Chain Solutions services encompass all aspects of transportation and logistics, providing our customers the ideal combination of asset- and non-asset-based solutions that get your products from point A to point B safely and efficiently. Technology Alone Won’t Integrate Your Supply Chain with Paul Jensen.

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 2, 2018

In modern supply chains, communication and collaboration are everything. Systems that work together can ensure that all parties in the supply chain have access to the information and resources necessary to fulfill more orders and please customers. Challenges of Integrating Blockchain and Supply Chain Systems.

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

As reported by Jeff Berman of Supply Chain 24/7 , “[up to] 70% of B2C companies and 60% of B2C companies are focused on the full implementation of their respective ecommerce supply chain strategies, with 70% of total respondents viewing ecommerce at ‘very important’ or ‘extremely important,’ as it relates to volume and revenue.”

Inventory Management Software 53

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. There is more at stake in the choice of a freight rating system. When shopping for a Freight Rating Software System with TMS, look for key points that will add value and provide additional benefits for shippers. The Basic Functionality of a Freight Rating System.

Analytics Software 120

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

Are there any parallels between the tournament and supply chain transformation? Digital Supply Networks: Your Team Captain. You can view Digital Supply Networks (DSN) as a team member on the digital supply chain transformation journey. Invoice payments and freight collections.

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 11, 2021

As noted by Rhys Thomas of Supply Chain Digital, “COVID-19 threw even the most detail-oriented roadmaps for a loop. Applied analytics, leveraging holistic shipping and supply chain data, holds the key to driving more value and elevates the role of the supply chain team, enabling more capacity and better use of resources.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

Changes in our lives, economies and supply chains are ubiquitous and well embedded now. Challenges drive dramatic shifts in supply chain and logistics. Across many of our industries, conventional wisdom about best practices for supply chain operations and logistical networks is being challenged.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

There are many trends and analytics within the shipping and transportation industry that maximize success for the supply chain. For any supply chain, collaboration tech becomes key to being successful. Examples of Tech Used in Supply Chains Today. Tips For Creating a High-Value Supply Chain Package.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

In the 1990s supply chain planning was over-hyped. A decade later, as companies added planners expecting dramatic improvements, the market entered the trough of disillusionment. A decade later, as companies added planners expecting dramatic improvements, the market entered the trough of disillusionment. Hype ruled.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 31, 2021

One of the best tools to achieve those goals is by using freight audits and payment companies. After researching the best freight audit companies, a big question remains: how do you know which is truly the best? Let’s consider some of the top questions to ask when vetting freight audit and payment solutions.

Freight 52

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Those in the supply chain and logistics management industry have been talking a great deal about collaboration in dealing with our business partners. Are you "Radical" Enough to Make Supply Chain and Logistics Collaboration Work? 5 Skills Needed for Radical Supply Chain and Logistics Collaboration.

Negotiating Skills 120

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

The ability to optimally integrate all areas of the supply chain is key to meeting customer and shareholder needs. Finding an experienced partner to manage and engineer end to end supply chain solutions allows you to achieve this global undertaking and an efficient supply chain. 5 Areas for Reorganization.

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Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

This and much more, in your Monday supply chain briefing from Arkieva. Supply Chain News. Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. Targets for 2030 Include: Improve freight system efficiency 25 percent by 2030.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Going “red,” defined as not meeting stated goals, should not be treated as an abject failure if continuous improvement is anywhere in your business plan. Using tiered accountability to manifest internal alignment, a Hoshin Plan helps point your business on the right trajectory for continuous improvement and desired results.

Metrics 106

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2015

Many companies talk about Supply Chain Excellence, but most leaders struggle to define it. One supply chain leader, in a discussion last week, likened supply chain excellence to fitness. He felt that supply chain excellence was analogous. As a goal, it is easier to say than to define.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 8, 2021

Having the right balance of shipping cost and performance to meet customer expectations while preserving margins requires a supply chain strategy that considers your company, markets, and customers. Recognize freight market conditions and current consumer expectations.

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